Belt Too Tight

[quailman115]

I heard recently that having the fan belt too tight can cause the yannies to overheat. Does anyone know if there is validity to that statement?

Thanks,

William

 

[allenp]

I really don't see a reason why it would cause it to overheat. Hard on alternator and water pump bearings - yes...overheat, I just don't see the connection. Too loose, howver, could cause it to overheat.

I am not expert so take my comments with a grain of salt.

 

[Bird]

I'm no expert either, but I agree./w3tcompact/icons/wink.gif

 

[pruntyc]

I also agree, there is no way it would have any connection to overheating, by being tight.

 

[Thomas]

Like allenp said not good for the bearing also for the pullies,plus the cost of a belt $$.