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Old May 13, 2008 | 04:55 PM
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Broke a bolt, need help quick!

Decided to put a new serpentine belt on and check the pulleys before my trip. Grooved pulley was wobleing. Apparently the bolt was cracked because it just twisted off with moderate pressure. Didn't even have to grunt.
Question is, can I pull the bracket off the block that holds both idlers, the tensioner and the alternator? Any tips on getting the broken bolt out? I have very limited experience doing that. I'm supposed to leave town tomorrow morning.
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 05:22 PM
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Ok, panic over. Got it out now I just have to find a new bolt.
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 06:16 PM
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Cool ,,, , at least ya got it fixed before the trip.
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 06:32 PM
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Get a Grade Eight (8) Bolt as a replacement!

Rog
 
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Old May 13, 2008 | 09:00 PM
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