DIY PS & Alt belt tensioners.

[Balthizz]

So both of the bastards on my engine are broken. Has anyone successfully made their own? Or know where to source them reliably?

Thanks amigos!

[sentradude]

Is this a for real question?

[Standard]

Broke one on a Subaru once on a customer's car, tried to make one, but the hardware store just didn't have what I needed. Best bet would probably be to find a part out locally or in the fs section here. Good luck :)

[Balthizz]

Is this a for real question?

Yes. Looking to see if anyone has fabricated one since there seems to be no source to buy them and they fail often. Thanks for your input.

[hanzbrady]

Heim joint turnbuckle?

http://www.performanceboats.com/jet-boats/98257-alternator-bracket-4pt-motor-mount-rail-kit.html

[Balthizz]

That's a pretty sweet idea!

[pacotaco345]

i shove a pipe in between the motor and the alternator/ps pump and pry them apart, then tighten the other little nut.