question about tension in belt...

tckm

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hey guys

im replacing my alternator on my f23 and i was wondering if someone could explain how i would set the tension with the new alternator

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A half inch of play is about right, grabbing from the longest stretch of the belt.
 

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Following the instructions of a Honda Master tech of 30 years, I put the belts tight enough to "bounce a fcking quarter" off of. Especially if its new. Never had any bearing issues, ever.
 
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