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'82 351 PCM can't get belt back on

Aggieben04

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I changed the impeller last week and in order to get the housing off, I had to take the belt off the water pump and pull the water pump. Now that I have the impeller put back together on the water pump, I can't get the belt back on over the water pump. I've tried adjusting the water pump over but it won't go far enough. There's no other means to relieve tension on the belt that I know of but then again I'm an ameteur mechanic. Any help would be appreciated so I don't have to pull it into the dealership to have them finish what should be a simple job. Thanks.
 
Make sure the bottom bolt is loose enough. If it is still snug when you move to pump to get the belt on you may be tightening it and not allowing enough travel.(The top bolt has the slot). I did the same job on my 89' this weekend.
Tom
 
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