Vortech belt length

[Dr. Teeth]

On my LT1 vortech setup, I have the engine on a test stand and got a new belt (NAPA belt) and with the Ford tensioner pulley it came with, the belt is deflected to about 1" from the other side. How much room here is acceptable? I thik this belt is too long myself. Anyone??

 

[Sean124]

Can you take a picture ?

 

[Dr. Teeth]

Yeah, next time I'm out there I will. I think the adjuster has reached it's limit as well....

 

[Sean124]

You kind of want the tensioner at its limit but not toatlly at its limit. 1 inch of tensioner slack seems to work really well.

Yeah, next time I'm out there I will. I think the adjuster has reached it's limit as well....

 

[STOCK GT]

If the belt is to loose/tight it will throw belts

 

[Dr. Teeth]

I should probably just buy the right belt from Vortech...

 

[STOCK GT]

Measure the Desired length with a String and go to auto parts Store...