How To Classic Car Get Correct V Belts Pullies Truth About Underdrive Pulleys Episode 238 Autorestom

[@drodman34]

Changing all my belts on my 65 Galaxie 500 i learned something today. The notch on the power steering pump is there to tighten it. Much easier thank you

[@neptunetm]

Good stuff, Jeff. Keep up the great work. You and your associates are a valuable contributor to the (ever shrinking) community!

[@chrishandsome6542]

Wow! This was amazing. I didn't expect this to be as meaty in info I didn't really think about before. 💪 great job!!

[@mcinkyt]

Under drive pulley sets were a great way for magazines to create content. I always feel AFTERMARKET serpentine systems set all your accessories Forward of the block requiring more real estate - and they cost a boatload more than OEM [but if it's aftermarket it MUST be better ...] Second!

[@jeff95519]

Good video. Harbor Freight tools has an aluminum 40 in. ruler that's inexpensive and works great for belt alignment checks

[@dufus2273]

thought you were going to say they had aluminum heads. lol

[@manuelnajera1521]

Need a link thooooo lol

[@Morgan-h5f]

Thanks Jeff but I'm have trouble with alternator V belt for my 351w ? I got new pulleys on crank & water pump ,kept original ps pulley & original style alternator ? Rope said 40+ inside pulleys ? Been using O Rileys having Problems ; ( ?

[@jeffgarner3903]

Somewhat related question. I’m working on a friends ‘68 corvette 427. It came to him with a v belt going from the crank to the water pump without a tensioner. I’ve seen these in belt diagrams but need some tips on how to get a new one on. Or do we even need it? The only other belt goes to the alternator which catches the water pump as well.

[@et76039]

A long time ago, J. C. Whitney offered a turnbuckle tool for adjusting belt tension. Takes a little longer than the usual methods, but more precise and with fewer skinned knuckles.

[@AutoRestoMod]

Thanks for the info! I remember those.

[@et76039]

@@AutoRestoMod , still have mine. Very useful.

[@mbcb8476]

Hey Jeff, I learned something! Yay!

[@DarthMayers]

Great vid!! Good teaching points!

[@AutoRestoMod]

Glad you like it.

[@markwoten6679]

So what would make a belt squeal? I’m looking to replace my steel two groove crankshaft pulley because it looks warped. It looks like it wobbles when Ford F-150 302 ci engine is running. What do you recommend?

[@AutoRestoMod]

Low tension, dragging components like an alternator. Alternator that is possibly having a bearing issue can all contribute to belt squeal. Most of the time though it is in fact just just not enough tension on the belt. I would look at it and make sure it's just a pulley wabble not a shaft wobble.

[@UptownFights]

I've been having a hell of a time burning and ripping belts after my 130 amp 3g alternator upgrade with a single v belt. I feel like no matter how tight I put it the alternator is causing to resistance for my v belt and slipping randomly. I also and noticing minor wobble from my waterpump pulley. I'm running electric fan. Do you suggest the need for double v belt alternator pulley or maybe replace waterpump? Could bearing be bad in there or maybe just waterpump pulley bent from how tight I keep putting the belt 😯

[@henrysmith8012]

Very good.

[@billskalicky5400]

How's your 429 mustang with the pertronix conversion doing? Are you able to start the car yet?

[@AutoRestoMod]

I don't have one with Pertronix. Our Merc Marquis is still points.

[@billskalicky5400]

@@AutoRestoMod I must be thinking of the 351 Cleveland Mustang.

[@markwoten6679]

What is the standard belt tension required?

[@AutoRestoMod]

Deflection should be 1/64th per inch of span between the pulleys.

[@lildeena1]

I have an SBC in a 65 truck and the alternator is on the PS of the vehicle. I have a clutch fan. I do not have power steering nor do I want it. I do want to add AC. Is there a good way to setup my pulleys and belts for this? do I need to move the alternator to the DS? I have head accessory bolts and I use a mechanical fuel pump.

[@AutoRestoMod]

I would call Vintage Air and chat with them regarding the placement. They have quite a few pulley combinations and a good tech staff. 1-800-862-6658

[@eddielaws8644]

I have a 307 engine and belt going around the fan and alternator is screaming. any idea what I can do

[@AutoRestoMod]

Two things: Check tension the belt should be tight, there are tools you can get to check belt tension; Gates has one on Amazon for $12: Gates 91107 Belt Tension Tester. Second, if tension is good, you can put a bar of soap against the belt when it is running and it may tame the squeal. But that is a scary proposition on some engines.

[@lewisvenecia2580]

What water pump and timing cover are you using for that set up

[@AutoRestoMod]

Flow Cooler on the water pump and a standard Cleveland timing cover.

[@WheatLover]

Neat video, I learned something! Thanks. Out of curiosity, what kind of mileage are you getting with the Cleveland in the Wagon?

[@AutoRestoMod]

+WheatLover What is this "mileage" you speak of? We average about 14 in the city and 16 on the highway. If Jeff wasn't driving we feel sure it would be better...

[@jeffringer236]

Every time I go full throttle My belts snap

[@AutoRestoMod]

We'll be covering that in a future episode.

[@AutoRestoMod]

BUT I would look at belt/pulley alignment.

[@reyzapata9375]

😂😂😂😂😂👍

[@120pod]

First like!