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HotRod929 · 02-17-2003, 11:54 AM

I just put new v-belts on my truck but could not really tighten the power steering belt. I couldnt really get a hold of it to tighten it? I was thinking about putting a pry bar b/w the pump and bracket and pulling on it but I though that would damage the pump. Any advice on how to do this? Thanks

HotRod

JimKshortstep4x4 · 02-17-2003, 12:09 PM

You will damage the case if you pry on the tin part. What I do is install a 1" long 3/8" threaded bolt into the front of the pump, (the cast part) and then insert a long screw driver between the bolt and the casting nose. That way when you pry on the bolt you will not damage anything.

I can do a pic if you like.

Jim

HotRod929 · 02-17-2003, 12:13 PM

JimKshortstep4x4 - Thanks...A pic would be much apreciated. Thanks again.

HotRod

HotRod929 · 02-17-2003, 05:22 PM

ttt

JimKshortstep4x4 · 02-17-2003, 07:50 PM

Here is the pic, hopefully you can see what I have set up. I used a 3/8" bolt to screw into the front of the casting 1" long. If you have a 3/4" long bolt, it might be easier, just turn it in for approximately 3 turns.

Jim

Project1970 · 02-17-2003, 08:05 PM

You need leverage, however you decide to get it...but you need it bad. It's always a two-man job on my truck.

JimKshortstep4x4 · 02-18-2003, 08:30 AM

You are right about the leverage! The screw driver under the bolt in the pic is about two feet long and is easily held with the left hand while you tighten the rear nut with the right hand. On my own truck, I tightened the bolt up, so that it stays there, (can't take a chance on it falling out).

Jim

02-17-2003, 11:54 AM	#1
HotRod929 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bondurant, IA but in Worcester, MA for school Posts: 767	Tightening Powersteering Belt??? I just put new v-belts on my truck but could not really tighten the power steering belt. I couldnt really get a hold of it to tighten it? I was thinking about putting a pry bar b/w the pump and bracket and pulling on it but I though that would damage the pump. Any advice on how to do this? Thanks HotRod __________________ 1970 Chevy C-20 350 V-8 Turbo 350 w/ shift kit Dana 60 w/ 4.10 gears AND Powr-Loc POSI New Additions: Summit Headers 135amp alternator Proform HEI Edelbrock 1406 600cfm carb Sunpro Tach Powr-Loc POSI Edelbrock Performer RPM Intake MSD 6A Ignition Box AIM: HotRod929 Visit My Site: http://1970chevy.netfirms.com/

02-17-2003, 12:13 PM	#3
HotRod929 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bondurant, IA but in Worcester, MA for school Posts: 767	JimKshortstep4x4 - Thanks...A pic would be much apreciated. Thanks again. HotRod __________________ 1970 Chevy C-20 350 V-8 Turbo 350 w/ shift kit Dana 60 w/ 4.10 gears AND Powr-Loc POSI New Additions: Summit Headers 135amp alternator Proform HEI Edelbrock 1406 600cfm carb Sunpro Tach Powr-Loc POSI Edelbrock Performer RPM Intake MSD 6A Ignition Box AIM: HotRod929 Visit My Site: http://1970chevy.netfirms.com/

02-17-2003, 05:22 PM	#4
HotRod929 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Bondurant, IA but in Worcester, MA for school Posts: 767	ttt __________________ 1970 Chevy C-20 350 V-8 Turbo 350 w/ shift kit Dana 60 w/ 4.10 gears AND Powr-Loc POSI New Additions: Summit Headers 135amp alternator Proform HEI Edelbrock 1406 600cfm carb Sunpro Tach Powr-Loc POSI Edelbrock Performer RPM Intake MSD 6A Ignition Box AIM: HotRod929 Visit My Site: http://1970chevy.netfirms.com/

02-17-2003, 07:50 PM	#5
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	Here is the pic, hopefully you can see what I have set up. I used a 3/8" bolt to screw into the front of the casting 1" long. If you have a 3/4" long bolt, it might be easier, just turn it in for approximately 3 turns. Jim Attached Images

02-17-2003, 08:05 PM	#6
Project1970 14.1 @ 96MPH Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Mesa, AZ Posts: 2,811	You need leverage, however you decide to get it...but you need it bad. It's always a two-man job on my truck. __________________ Project1970 - LS1 Swap Complete!

02-17-2003, 12:09 PM	#2
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	You will damage the case if you pry on the tin part. What I do is install a 1" long 3/8" threaded bolt into the front of the pump, (the cast part) and then insert a long screw driver between the bolt and the casting nose. That way when you pry on the bolt you will not damage anything. I can do a pic if you like. Jim

02-18-2003, 08:30 AM	#7
JimKshortstep4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Muskegon,MI,USA Posts: 6,026	You are right about the leverage! The screw driver under the bolt in the pic is about two feet long and is easily held with the left hand while you tighten the rear nut with the right hand. On my own truck, I tightened the bolt up, so that it stays there, (can't take a chance on it falling out). Jim



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