AKRON (July 28, 2008) — Econobelt Co. has introduced Model 507C, a portable belt tension tester that uses sound waves instead of force deflection to measure tension. The firm said the meter is ...

Despite doing so much, most of us forget the serpentine belt even exists — let alone that its tension matters. But it does. A lot. Too tight and it'll grind bearings to dust. Too loose and you're ...

The following was published in CCJ's Equipment Maintenance Toolkit, 8th edition, sponsored by Valvoline Heavy Duty. CCJ's Equipment Maintenance Toolkit is a complementary industry resource, courtesy ...

Over-tensioning shortens not only the life of V-belts but also that of the sheaves, electric motor, and driven equipment bearings. In extreme cases, it can even bend or break a motor shaft.

The Volvo D13 engine is a highly reliable and efficient engine widely used in commercial vehicles. Like all internal combustion engines, it requires proper maintenance to ensure that it runs smoothly ...

Some 2007 Yaris models may emit a squealing sound from the engine bay. One likely cause of the noise, according to Toyota, is the serpentine drive belt slipping on the various pulleys. Replacing the ...