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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 11:29 AM
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Hey hey guys I don't know if this is ever been done before but I managed to get my serpentine belt system down to a 78 inch belt and still have everything including power steering and such minus AC I was curious to see how long or short everyone is running for a serpentine setup I would love to know!
 
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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 11:38 AM
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I'm sorry, why is this an objective and what advantage does it provide??
 
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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 11:41 AM
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I'm sorry, why is this an objective and what advantage does it provide??
I agree...lol.....what's the point?
 
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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 11:56 AM
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More room under the hood less weight less accessory drag.a smig more power lol
 
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Old Jun 13, 2018 | 04:25 PM
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Well, gee, Mr. Science, no-AC is a factory setting, and calls for a 77.5" belt from the factory.

Routing is also on the under-hood routing diagram.

Do be sure to have at least 50% if not 75% engagement of both the crank pulley and the water pump pulley unless you want "less drag" == "massively overheats in the summer with constant belt squeal".

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