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Small problem with the 97...

Posted: 12/20/07 7:55am Message 1 of 8
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I've pretty much beaten all the electrical gremlins now but I need to change the top belt.

  How do I release the tensioner pulley?  I've been reading and it tells me to use a 15mm wrench.  My question am I removing the wheel or just using it to levarage the tension?

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Small problem with the 97...

Posted: 12/20/07 8:49am Message 2 of 8
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If it like other GM's I have worked on, you are just relieving the tension to release the belt.


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Posted: 12/20/07 10:31am Message 3 of 8
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If it is a spring-loaded tensioner, you should be able to relieve the tension and remove the belt.
Just be careful nothing slips.PinchAngryWits%20End



 
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Posted: 12/20/07 11:44am Message 4 of 8
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Posted: 12/20/07 11:51am Message 5 of 8
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Release the tension by pushing the pulley to the right (if it's like my LS1).  No need to remove the pulley assembly. 


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Posted: 12/21/07 5:28am Message 6 of 8
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Man, it's sure easy once it's 'splained to ya.   Took about 10 minutes, most of that was looking for an extension cord for the drop light since my spouse stole them all for Christmas lights !


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That gives you light where ever you look and it's hands free.



 
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Posted: 12/21/07 6:35am Message 8 of 8
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Yeah.   I really should invest...


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