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Viking 140T Belt Tensioner Removal Upgrade
I recently removed the belt tensioner as recommended by Viking. I used belt 6PK1045 from Mocha Auto Parts, $12.83 with shipping, it is a little longer than the belt supplied by Viking but it is easier to go on and still is short enough to be tensioned using the alternator.
With my tensioner installed the belt was rubbing against the side of the tensioner. See picture. So if you are still using the tensioner, you may want to verify your belt is not rubbing. There was also black dust in the engine compartment.
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