95 grand am belt issues

1995 PONTIAC GRAND AM
6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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RYANL88
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I just got back from the mechanics and my altenator belt is loose he says that i have to get a new belt and replace it becuase its to big but i thought u could just tighten it i was wondering if he is just to scam me or not
Dec 20, 2010 at 8:20 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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They should have adjusted the belt if possible, otherwise a new belt should be fitted, there is no way that there was a belt that was far to big fitted before, i would go find a different mechanic i feel.

mark (mhpautos)
Dec 30, 2010 at 6:14 PM
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