Tensioner Question

[SHOByrds]

I forgot to put the bolt and ring back on the tensioner for the Alternator belt.....after a couple hundred miles it was squeaking and worn....
So my question is where can i get another ring that goes behind the bolt?? or could i use something else

 

[92greenmtx]

I assume your referring to your 92? I don't understand what bolt and ring you are referencing. There are three bolts that hold the tensioner to the motor, the pulley bolt, and the bolt that sets the tension. I don't get which one you could leave out and still have it work for 200 miles?

 

[SHOByrds]

yeap my 92
The belt goes on the alternator the ac and the crankshaft....also is rest against a tensioner that is smooth and silver....this is what i forgot to secure...
It has one bolt and a cup washer to keep it secure same as the other belt tensioner

 

[jimtash]

The tensioner bearing is bad.

 

[SHOByrds]

Im getting one from the junk yard
how do you know when the bearing goes bad?

 

[jimtash]

Im getting one from the junk yard
how do you know when the bearing goes bad?

It makes a loud whining noise and doesn't rotate smoothly.

 

[92greenmtx]

Im getting one from the junk yard
how do you know when the bearing goes bad?

Sorry for the delay, its been a long weekend yes, if you hold the pulley in your hand and spin it, it should feel smooth (not grainy). A little stiff to turn is ok. Once torqued to the motor grab it and check for lateral play. (there should be none)