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Chris
 
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Andrew Gabriel wrote:

Just managed to source a replacement belt for my Hoover washing machine,
and was wondering how tight it needs to be fitted?

When fitted, how far should I be able to move the belt in and out at a
point half way between the pulleys,



Rule of thumb for alternator belts it about half an inch.
If you get any slip, tighten it up a bit more.


or is it just a case of tight as possible?



No -- that will more rapidly wear the motor bearings.

Thanks Andrew - I didn't think 'tight as possible' was a good idea, but
wasn't sure what to aim for.

Cheers

Chris

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