The key issue is that the belt is not pushing on the tensioner, so the tensioner plate will just spin round and round and the alignment tab will never move. Once the belt is on there, and the tensioner plate is rotated counter clockwise, the tab will begin to move and align with the spring. Once aligned and you go to tighten it, the tab will try to move, so make sure you have a tool on it to prevent if from moving. This video should be taken down or updated as it could result in essentially no tension on the belt.

You're going the wrong way go clockwise I'm Chrysler certified

Immediately had to skip to 15:28. 😂😂

Love mine, now its not working

What was the web site to get that zte phone?

Perfect example.

Hello, I have the same vintage model 1988 allegro tiffin, I have striped and partially restored 80%. But have to sell. Anyone interested?

Working on the wife's 09 pt cruiser non turbo. Basically said and did the same thing yesterday. Then saw this video today. Awesome brother.

From the service manual: (scanned poorly, but still understandable) unlino@ (8) Insert a 6 mm Allen wrench into the hexagr pening located on the top plate of the belt tensioner Rotate top plate COUNTERCLOCK. VISE. The tensioner pulley will move against the elt and the tensioner setting notch will eventually tart to move clockwise. Watching the movement of he setting notch, continue rotating the top plate ounterclockwise until the setting notch is aligned rith the spring tang (Fig. 139). Using the allen rench to prevent the top plate from moving, torque he tensioner lock bolt to 25 N•m (220 in. Ibs.). Set- ing notch and spring tang should remain aligned fter lock bolt is torqued. (6) Remove allen wrench and torque wrench.

You are giving people bad advice. You almost figured out how it actually works but it went over your head. As you noticed on the bench, when you pry against the pulley that tab moves. your pry bar is taking place of the belt. put the belt on, turn the 1/4" or sometimes Allen wrench clockwise and when the belt is close to proper tension the tab will start to move clockwise until it lines up with the spring. tighten the bolt to 40 ft lbs.

It won't line up until it's in the car

I have a 2001. So I bought the upgraded part after dealing with the plastic style. I gave up on Partsology as they still have not issued a refund for the defective tensioner and it was not what was in the photo. So I ordered the same updated model you have. And I had trouble looking how to put it in. I have the FSM, and have to go over how to put the new updated part on. I have to say, of all the jobs that I have done? This one is a PITA. I just got the part in today, and thankfully found your video explaining this. Wish we has more old men that work on cars. They were and always will be the best teachers and people to get advice from. THANK YOU!

Would you not think the iinstructions would give directions? Just did one never aligned the spring,you can take the tensioner off and reuse the bracket.

Love the introduction hat! Thx for the vid!

Thanks man I working with this shit all day long, i find you vídeo

You current RV owners can still use them. Even my old ONAN genset of 36 years old! Just can't buy them new or resale in CA. Still, the clamping down on what you can use and ham-handed way the politicians decide things to ban continues unabated.

I see a huge generator black market coming.

No brakes that's scary stuff 😬 That meteor crater is pretty cool 😎 but your right it's a little pricey

It's very very far the cam !! I don't see nating

OOO!!! New water heater install....sort of. Still glad to see it and see how the Gil Girard (Buck Rodgers in the 25th century) water heater works. Biddy, biddy! Wow Buck! Gotta tell you that your measuring and cutting is EXACTLY as I do it....for better or worse it's all about getting the job done so it ain't rocket science!!

I have put the Girard in my vintage motorhome and my modern travel trailer, it is definitely the best upgrade to any RV.

Admin jim from vintage allegro group! Enjoy the new place!!! Looks great!!!!

Hey there! Glad to see you're still vertical! Don't blame you if you have run into so many challenges. The Lord does tend to drop hints, then sometime smacks you right across the face....in a nice way!! Don't trash the Allegro!!! We're moving, too and my wife keeps hinting that our new place may not have room for the Long Hauler.....right, not if I'm holding the mortgage!

I would never get rid of an Onan, I have about $400 getting mine perfect and it's rock solid. Can start it from inside and never have to go out. BTW your transmission is the TH475 😜

MAGA 2024... Waiting for my VISIBLE SIM to arrive today,,, am eager to try it, I keep hearing good things about their service.

This helped me more than the spiffy techy guys with great music and transitions. Keep up the good work!!!

Great Info! If your thinking about joining visible, please use my referral code 3rNSq7 when signing up and you pay only $5 dollars for your first month's service.

Dude! You Rock! I was having the same issue with my 2006 Jeep TJ 2.4l non-turbo. Good work, keep the video's coming.

Your dogs were quite the photo bombers. 😂

I saw that front end of the Allegro and I could not resist!!!n Soo sorry that your rad was crappy. mine is still good and added and tranny rad to keep the transmission temps down as well. As for the brakes, we can talk. Been there , dun that. UPDate: Listening again. Whew! So glad i've not had tire issues (knock on wood). My spare was from 1976!! replaced all of since they were original to the Allegro. Thanks for the shout out!

Just checking in with you! Making sure you both are still vertical!

OMG where have you been? I have a 1983 Tiffin Allegro 27ft and I have to rewire the outside lights. The inside is already gutted and ready for the rebuild. But the lighting marker lights the wires are 38 years old. She's getting all new lighting all around. My question is, how is she wired to the battery?? Oh and hello from Alaska.

I have the exact Allegra, same year to,, now having problems with 12 volt,, no lights or anything that runs off of 12 volt. Do you know where the disconnect switch is located?? I’ve looked everywhere!!! I found out the solenoid in the gen bay is bad, and I traced the toggle switch 12 volt wired from switch to solenoid, so I think that set up could be the disconnect. Bought a new solenoid from Cummings Inc. and installed it, and the 2 wires from the 12 volt toggle switch going to the solenoid are getting very hot, and the solenoid is getting very hot also,, so I disconnected the house batteries to avoid a fire. Now I’m at a total stand still, because I’m not sure how to move forward. I’ve called several mobile RV companies, but they all are very busy,,, I got put on a list with one mobile service but he can’t get here until 2 1/2 weeks,, so I’d like to figure this out as soon as possible. Do you know or anyone out there know how to solve my problem??? Thank you all!!!!!!!

I own one exactly like this one

Just like Juan Carlos I've been struggling too I too took a break, watched your video. Thnks for the useful info in your video.

Happy Cinco de Mayo! Oh yeah, fun with brakes.....been there by friend. Even had to reset that darn check valve that lights up dashboard warning. $25.00 to see a HOLE???? Dang! Glad to see you!

Those gators are scary when they sneak up like that. Happy trails!

I signed up for Visible about 6 weeks ago and my wife joined a couple weeks after me. We mostly use Visible at our home. I traded for that phone they offer and it works very well. I rarely get over two bars connection but have not had any problems watching videos or uploading very large videos. The only issue is when I drop down to 1 bar I'll sometimes lose my connection. That only happens occasionally, usually in the evening. Nice video, thanks for posting.

I have been using visible for over a year. I am not full time rving yet. However I work on a tugboat that moves around a lot. Some visible tips: go on reddit and find a party to join. There's no reason you should be paying more than 25 per month. Visible Sims work in jetpacks and hotspots. If you buy a good one or you are tech saavy you can set the TTL to 64 and you wont get throttled or capped. I use the pep wave br1 max, I get on average 30 MBS down 11 up, perfectly usable.

*Rving is truly an art. Form and Function, mostly function*

Thanks for sharing your experience with us! That's awesome she loves wrestling...I like boxing and world class arm wrestling!

The Dog issue is something that no RV would ever solve. We had a dog that would let us know waaay before an accident so we didn't have an issue.

The pride of ownership and being handy makes it all worth it.

You're at 200!!! Don't fret, there are lots of us in the RV community that will help and especially Allegro owners that will lend you a helping hand! Hey, not all of us can afford a 200K RV. We got our Allegro for $2300 and I'd bet we put at least as much in her but still that's cheap versus what folks buy today.

The new ZTE allows a usb C hard wire internet connection (the charger cable) and 1 wireless. You turn the hard wire usb connection on ....in hot spot. Also turn on wireless. Be sure your main computer doesn't auto connect to wireless....if it does...hit disconnect.....the main connect will be hard wire usb

I've been struggling for a couple of hours with that tensioner, decided to take a break and found this video is the answer to my problem. Thanks for the video man! 👍🏽👍🏽

Hi Campbells! I see you have similar model to mine!

Good review. Use my code if you guys decide to go with Visible wireless. 3lFBl2 works. That a small L after the 3 an B.

*saw you Dan's. Love the diner sign. Most phones are better than the camera I use for my videos. We have some videos you would like come check us out*

Holy Cow! Not sure why I didn't notice this shoutout from you but THANKS!! Getting that from the "Dogfather" is an honor!!