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Old Sep 16, 2015 | 09:53 PM
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Help with belts please

I have an 88 Ford f250 with a 7.3 and I need to change the alternator belt. However the problem is that it's at the back, I need to know how to release the tension on the ac belt that's at the front so I can get to it.

This is also my first diesel truck.

Any help would be appreciated
 
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Old Sep 17, 2015 | 06:33 AM
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<p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>&nbsp;alternator, AC and vacuum pump are all mounted with 2 bolts. one a pivot, and one an adjuster bolt.</p><p>you will also need to remove the vacuum pump belt. that is the little thing mounted to the alternator</p><p>put the alternator belt on and tighten it first, then tighten the vacuum pump belt.</p>
 
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