AzPete
Well-Known Member
This 302 serpentine belt has had a slight squeal since I bought the car. I have not looked hard at the problem thinking it just needed a new belt. I now wonder how many times I can look at something before it reaches up and slaps me.... The PO used a normal rotation water pump with only the water pump and alt. to drive. (Alt. is top/passenger side) No big problem until I realize that the water pump pulley is smooth....designed for a reverse rotation. It is being driven by the grooved side of the belt. So, now it is off to the salvage yard to get a mid '80's pulley and do some measuring. Should swap out but you never know.