<VV> 63' belt tosser! need help

[BobHelt at aol.com]

In a message dated 9/11/2010 5:37:30 P.M. US Mountain Standard Time,  
vairguy at echoes.net writes:

Increasing the tension seems to be helping, but if it wasnt for the  guard 
on the idler I think it would still be throwing it constantly.  I  notice 
quite a bit of wobble in the belt, particularly between the idler and  engine 
pulleys.



Ray,
You may be experiencing a failing blower bearing. To check, remove the belt 
 and with your fingers give the fan a good twist to observe it turn. It 
should  not make excessive noise nor should it either turn forever or quit 
after several  revs. Now watch it closely as it comes to a stop. If it gently 
coasts to a  stop that is good. But if it starts to turn in the opposite 
direction as it  stops, you have some bad bearings and you will have to replace 
the bearing. If  all is Ok, turn the fan in the other direction and repeat 
the tests.
Regards,
Bob Helt