Tensioner alternatives?

[HighPerformanceTrucks]

I have the gm ac delete pully plus factor tension and I'd like to eliminate all of that in order to clean up the engine compartment and shed a bit more weight off the front end of the truck.

Anyone know of any alternatives for a belt tensioner?

Any pictures appreciated as well.

 

[chelo]

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Rpm has a very nice clean looking one.

 

[SY2455]

Re: Tensioner alternatives?

Adam, you might want to look at a 1988 G-body van. I had this setup on a 82 S-10 truck with a 4.3 engine swap that I did. All it had was the alt, water pump, tension, crank. All parts were stock GM.

 

[HighPerformanceTrucks]

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Thanks guys!

 

[Syclone0565]

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I used a Summit racing Correct-Align Bracket (pn#SUM-340100) $89.00, 49" inch serpentine belt, and a couple (bolts, washers, spacers) I had laying around to make this set-up. Still working on some detailing before motor goes back in Wednesday.

 

[HighPerformanceTrucks]

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I assume you would have to keep an eye on the belt tension with this kit as there is no spring loaded tensioner?

Looks like it eliminates all the big cast bracket. How did you keep the alternator in place firmly?

I used a Summit racing Correct-Align Bracket (pn#SUM-340100) $89.00, 49" inch serpentine belt, and a couple (bolts, washers, spacers) I had laying around to make this set-up. Still working on some detailing before motor goes back in Wednesday.

 

[Flyin Ryan]

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Is that enough contact with the waterpump?
Looks good though

 

[Jer]

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Mine looks like that but is on the alternator itself which makes it easier to get to.

 

[Syclone0565]

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Is that enough contact with the waterpump?
Looks good though

Yes it will be plenty. There are others that have a similar set-up but are using the stock Alt/PS pump bracket. I like the cleaner look. As for the Alt mounting. I used an existing hole in the block and have a little support piece I do not have installed on it in the picture. It was still in the over getting powder coated.

 

[gmcturbo]

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Rpm has a very nice clean looking one.

:tup: i think this is the best way to go if you've got the cash...

 

[QUICK STORM]

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Rpm has a very nice clean looking one.

got it, i will post pics of the install soon

 

[HighPerformanceTrucks]

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I ordered the rpm kit from Mike.