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Dec 1, 2017 | 04:51 AM

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Tensioner issue

Hello everybody. I see this seems to be a Chevy forum but I run the same engine as the SS. My 2008 GXP 5.3 L has an issue. I got a mechanic to replace my serpentine belt and in the process he broke my tensioner. I ordered a tensioner from an 07' GXP 5.3 L. I was wondering will this tensioner be compatible with my year and if not is there any way to tighten the belt manually. Also, could I find a shorter belt and correct the problem that way?

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Dec 1, 2017 | 06:19 PM

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no you can not tighten manually. Tensioner mantains a tight belt as it stretches and wears. never try to subsitute belt sizing it doesn't work. Buy the new tensioner

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Dec 1, 2017 | 06:42 PM

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Would I be able to use a universal tensioner being it seems the tensioner isn't easy to find for my engine?

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Dec 1, 2017 | 06:44 PM

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Also I did purchase a serpentine belt tensioner for my engine (5.3 L) but it's from a 07' (5.3 L) a year earlier than my model.

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This is what you need, if that's what you ordered its correct same for 2005 to 2008.

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Its cheaper on Rockauto also.

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo....sn=253&jsn=253

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