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  • Francis F.
    Very Frequent User
    • April 1, 1978
    • 420

    68 Big block V belt Idler placement advice.

  • Joe L.
    Beyond Control Poster
    • February 1, 1988
    • 43193

    #2
    Re: 68 Big block V belt Idler placement advice.

    Originally posted by Francis Ford (1888)
    Putting the engine back together the question as to the idler for the Vee belt (A/C & pump) .Does this idler push on the belt or draw
    the belt back ? any & all reply’s appreciated,francis #1888. Inquiring fo a friend,thanks..
    Francis------

    The 1968 BB idler pulley is a one year only design. It uses a conventional style pulley with belt groove. So, in the 1968 configuration I would say the pulley "pulls on" the belt. In the 1969-74 configuration, the flat faced pulley "pushes" on the belt.
    In Appreciation of John Hinckley

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    • Francis F.
      Very Frequent User
      • April 1, 1978
      • 420

      #3
      Re: 68 Big block V belt Idler placement advice.

      Joe, thank you very much you have shed some learned history on this topic.we appreciate tinput. Francis

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