rocking.that.eclipse Posted April 10, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 10, 2012 Ok thanks I will do that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebel4055 Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Did you replace the belt when you installed the new unit? We always recommend a new belt with a high output alternator. They need about 2x the HP to operate over your stock unit and it's all transmitted through the belt. You will not be able to see the belt slipping, but you will see evidence of slip by the black residue on the front of the alternator. When the belt slips the alternator can slow below the turn-on speed. This will cause it to not charge, causing your warning lights and dimming issues. I recommend replacing the belt with new replacement properly sized and tensioned for your alternator. Summed up everything into one post ftw Quote Rest In Peace mother. January 22, 1955 - February 14, 2013 http://www.stevemeadedesigns.com/board/user/35351-megrch/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocking.that.eclipse Posted April 11, 2012 Author Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Did you replace the belt when you installed the new unit? We always recommend a new belt with a high output alternator. They need about 2x the HP to operate over your stock unit and it's all transmitted through the belt. You will not be able to see the belt slipping, but you will see evidence of slip by the black residue on the front of the alternator. When the belt slips the alternator can slow below the turn-on speed. This will cause it to not charge, causing your warning lights and dimming issues. I recommend replacing the belt with new replacement properly sized and tensioned for your alternator. Summed up everything into one post ftw They guys at mechman know their shit. That's why i bought my alternator from them and they are gonna continue to get my business for wire and batteries now Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kranny Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 I'm on my phone and I can tell that the new alt has a much smaller pulley So what does that mean in terms of the belt? obviously means that the belt will have to be pulled tighter. but since a mechman worker already posted in here, your questions are already answered Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MECHMAN Posted April 11, 2012 Report Share Posted April 11, 2012 Did you replace the belt when you installed the new unit? We always recommend a new belt with a high output alternator. They need about 2x the HP to operate over your stock unit and it's all transmitted through the belt. You will not be able to see the belt slipping, but you will see evidence of slip by the black residue on the front of the alternator. When the belt slips the alternator can slow below the turn-on speed. This will cause it to not charge, causing your warning lights and dimming issues. I recommend replacing the belt with new replacement properly sized and tensioned for your alternator. Summed up everything into one post ftw They guys at mechman know their shit. That's why i bought my alternator from them and they are gonna continue to get my business for wire and batteries now And we appreciate your business! Remember that if you don't get a fast response on the forums that you can call or email, someone is always available on the phone during office hours and I check my emails hourly (or more). Quote 1-888-MECHMAN www.Mechman.com [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crunkjuice1 Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 Where do you get at tensioner gauge tool??? Anybody have links to that??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MECHMAN Posted April 12, 2012 Report Share Posted April 12, 2012 I have seen this tool, but never used one in all of my years working on cars. Any good tech will know how tight it needs to be by pushing on the belt. Possibly have a shop check the belt tension to insure that it is in fact properly tensioned. Quote 1-888-MECHMAN www.Mechman.com [email protected] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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