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Belt Tension

Tension (Lbs.) Using Strand Tension Gauge

Application		New Belt	Used Belt
American Motors		125-155	90-115
Chrysler Corp.		120	70
Ford Motor Co.
	Ford, Lincoln Town Car, Mark VI & Mercury	160-180	140-160
	All Others	120-150	90-120
General Motors
	Cadillac
	4.1L (250) V8	200	90
	All Others	145	65
	Buick, Chevrolet, Oldsmobile & Pontiac
	5/16" Belt	80	50
	3/8" Belt	140	70
	15/16" Belt	165	90
	3/8" Cogged Belt	.....	60