Belt Tensioner
Serpentine belts
A serpentine belt was named after its serpentine qualities. The way the belt snakes in and out of pulley’s, making it serpent like. The serpentine belt powers a lot of critical functions on a vehicle such as, the power steering pump, alternator, battery, air conditioning and water pump. If this belt breaks, then the vehicle will no longer function properly, leaving you stranded in the process.
The first serpentine belt was introduced by a company by the name of Hutchinson in 1985. The first production model car that contained the serpentine belt was the 1985, 190 series, Mercedes Benz. The serpentine belt is more efficient, compared to its multi-belt system counterpart. The system proves to be more mechanically efficient, due to its reduced slip qualities. The wide grooves in the belt, give it increased bite and its reduced slip qualities.
The one draw back to the serpentine belt, is that it is designed for a single belt system. If the belt fails on a single belt system, then the main peripherals will not function, on most vehicles. With modern serpentine belts, there usually is some sign before it breaks, such as the belt shredding many grooves without failing. The serpentine belt was designed wider, to lower torque requirements. Monthly inspection of the belt should be considered by vehicle owners.
Replacing a serpentine belt can prove to be a challenge, if you don’t have the proper tools for the job. On most pulley systems a belt tensioner is required to change the belt. Usually your favorite vehicle repair manual to guide you in the right direction. If you are not mechanically inclined, or do not feel comfortable, leave the job to a professional mechanic. Generally to replace the belt, loosen the tensioner and then the belt should come off freely.
If you ever need to replace a serpentine belt, you can get them at your local auto parts store. There is no need to go to the factory and pay one hundred or so percent above retail, because you cannot find it in your local automotive store. The price difference buying one serpentine belt vs buying a few belts is relatively high.
The design of the serpentine belt, was a design that changed engineering of motors. Now, every motor is designed with increased efficiency and most motors are designed with a serpentine belt in mind. The serpentine belt truly is a modern marvel and engineering design, that Hutchinson was known for.
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E-Flite Tail Drive Belt Guide Pulley/Tensioner EFLH1464 $2.95 |
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