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Are pulleys on both the old and new alternators the same size? Did you turn the automatic belt tensioner to release tension on belt?

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Q: Getting slack on Serpentine Belt 98 Chevy Malibu V6 3.1L We put in new alternator and now we're trying to get the belt back on but don't see to have enough slack. How can we get more?
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