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Old Jul 11, 2017 | 01:00 PM
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Originally Posted by Vortec350ss
The alternator is not threaded, only the back of the bracket is.

The procharger bracket itself tends to flex when you get on it hard as well... I would bet that is lending itself to your belt issues.
Thanks Rob. That's also a possibility. Since it only comes off if i launch over 4K, maybe ill buy a 2 step and set it at 3800 lol. Or dial the converter down some. Just don't want to have to send it back to the trans shop again.
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Old Jul 11, 2017 | 01:12 PM
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If it's throwing the belt then something isn't right, address that don't just advoid it.
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Old Jul 11, 2017 | 04:59 PM
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For me, a piece of flat steel bar stock and a caliper worked better for diagnosing belt misalignment than my fancy laser tool.
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Old Jul 12, 2017 | 01:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Atomic
For me, a piece of flat steel bar stock and a caliper worked better for diagnosing belt misalignment than my fancy laser tool.
I agree, the flat bar has it's place.

I made a special calibration tool for my laser to make sure it is dead nuts. I use the laser to check pulley depth and a straight edge to check for plane alignment.

If you know how, the laser can also check plane, but the straight edge can often be easier.
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Old Jul 12, 2017 | 01:52 AM
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OP,

I believe I commented in another of your threads where you had stated that the company who did the install on your blower was not happy with the alignment so the used all-thread studs for the alternator mount. That comment alone tells me you have some major alignment issues.

You need to start over. Address the pulley alignment (depth and plane) first. Once that is perfect, move your focus to addressing anything that can flex. Once everything is locked down in perfect position, you can address the tensioner and belt types/brand.
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