Re: Alternator job, PART 2
- From: "Burt S." <burtsquareman@gmailcom>
- Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2005 15:22:54 GMT
"Elle" <honda.lioness@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> wrote in message news:vjOif.6925$wf.5550@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
> Yes, this is exactly the description of a loose alternator
> belt: Squeals on first startup, then quiets down.
>
> If you're handy and have a set of metric wrenches and
> sockets, it shouldn't be hard to tighten it up yourself.
The radial load from pulling the side of the output shaft that
exceeds the factory spec by a tight belt will cause premature
wear of output shaft bearings. Instead use a grip compound
or replace the worn belt.
Here's a rule of thumb: Push down on the belt halfway
between pulleys with a force of about 24 lbs. The belt
should deflect 12-17mm.
.
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