Over-tensioning shortens not only the life of V-belts but also that of the sheaves, electric motor, and driven equipment bearings. In extreme cases, it can even bend or break a motor shaft.

This belt, obviously past its prime, ran for 115,000 miles, and it was still within the tension limits specified. It's toast, regardless. There's a squeal emanating from underneath your hood—and it ...

Besides being annoying, a squealing noise from your car is an indication something is wrong. While tracking down the source of the squeal can be difficult, a good place to start is by identifying the ...

Most vehicles have a rubber belt on the front of the engine that drives accessories such as the air-conditioning compressor, power steering pump and alternator. If this accessory drive belt (also ...