LS1 diy fixed belt tensioner?
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LS1 diy fixed belt tensioner? I’ve been looking at the stock LS1 auto belt tensioner and after having it walk the belt off during a track pass, and seeing it auto-adjust while revving the motor, I’m thinking why not just take a longer metric bolt and go through the pulley out the backside - and put a bracket or heim/clevis onto the outhanging bolt, and connect it to something so the auto tensioner is now fixed? Maybe even put an adjuster or turnbuckle on it to tighten the belt..?
I know I can buy a fixed tensioner for like $60 online, but perhaps a local hardware store can solve the issue for less than $12 with a part I already have.
Anyone ever done this? I’d like to see your example if so. Thanks.
I know I can buy a fixed tensioner for like $60 online, but perhaps a local hardware store can solve the issue for less than $12 with a part I already have.
Anyone ever done this? I’d like to see your example if so. Thanks.
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