Alternator belt tension

[Vlad]

One more little thing. I am mounting B&C L-40 alternator. New (shorter 7360) belt is pretty stiff. What is normal tension for the new belt and how do you measure it? Or you just tighten it until it feels right?

 

[pgroell]

See here

Have a look at this thread, I think you should find your answer :

http://www.vansairforce.com/community/showthread.php?t=7125

 

[Vlad]

Usually I do a good search before asking. Not this time. Excellent thread thanks Pascal