Belt Adjustments

1988 Chevrolet Chevy Van G30, 6.2 J, 400/M40SECTION Adjustments
BELT ADJUSTMENT - TENSION IN LBS. (KG) USING STRAND TENSION GAUGE

Application New Belt (1) Used Belt
A/C 169 (77) 90 (41)
Alternator 146 (66) 67 (30)
Pwr. Steering 146 (66) 67 (30)
(1) Any belt in operation 10 minutes or more.
RENDER: 1.0x

NO RELATED

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