Thanks for the video. Bout to do the same and watched a few videos and no one ever talked about the belt which was a huge reason why I haven’t done it yet
@@jcwindevillose so I'm still running the stock belt because the tensioner pulley was still within specs with the stock belt and haven't had any issues 👌🏼
One quick little tip if you're struggling with putting a shorter belt on, you can remove one of the long alternator bolts and let it drop just slightly in the cradle. This will shorten up the distance just a bit letting you get the belt over the alternator pulley. Once the belt is on, use a long flathead screwdriver or thin-ish prybar to lift the alternator back up and slide the bolt back in. EASY PEASY!!! :)
K060923HD is the famous "Green" Gates Belt part# recommended by MechMan. It is a 92-7/8" (not an exact 93" length belt as mentioned by the that parts seller that posted in the comments, which is why I am sharing here)
Curious, have you scanned for codes and see if you get a P1637 Alternator L terminal code? I did a mechman alternator in October 2022 and installed the same way No battery light or engine light, but that code continues to show up
Also, your blinker spaz is most likely due to a faulty LED, or LED diode that is built in to you internet bought light housings. It's not uncommon for the GMT800 platform to spaz when retrofitting LED's or any other aftermarket electronics. These trucks have a very sensitive electrical CANBUS system that can be impacted by the smallest things!... there are a few tricks you can do to eliminate LED fast blinking, such as specific turn signal relays designed for LEDs, diodes with at least 5ohm resistors(dependingon how far off from stock you actually are), or CANBUS friendly LED lights. Hope you get it sorted out! Great looking truck BTW 🤜🤛💪
I'm currently still running my stock belt because it seemed to still be within specs on the tensioner pulley and I haven't had any issues yet, but I'd like to go with a little smaller than stock in the future
Did you have the 145 amp alternator stock what rpo alternator code ?. Do you have to use harness or can I just plug it in without wiring into fuse panel? I understand I'd have to upgrade positive and negative wires from alternator but I fail to understand why everyone uses some kind of bypass which I don't like idea of bypassing stuff. Your lights are having issues because such low draw it is making relay think it is out. Maybe look for blinker relay for LEDs? Also I have a 2003 Chevy Tahoe LS with Bose same color I want to upgrade my alternator so I can run an inverter when my home loses power.
I think I may have, I think that's what took my battery out and melted my tailgate actuator by getting too much current. Also when they tested my stock alternator they said my voltage regulator was bad on my alternator
I'm currently running my stock belt because I'm still in the proper range indicated on my tensioner pulley. So I would start with your stock belt size and figure out that length and then you could try going to a little bit smaller of a belt if you're alternator pulley is smaller than stock. If the smaller belt is difficult to get on because it's a little tight, you can take a bolt out of your alternator so that the alternator swings down so you can slip the belt on.
Thanks for the video. Bout to do the same and watched a few videos and no one ever talked about the belt which was a huge reason why I haven’t done it yet
@@jcwindevillose so I'm still running the stock belt because the tensioner pulley was still within specs with the stock belt and haven't had any issues 👌🏼
Thankx for pointing out the specs on the tensioner pulley
One quick little tip if you're struggling with putting a shorter belt on, you can remove one of the long alternator bolts and let it drop just slightly in the cradle. This will shorten up the distance just a bit letting you get the belt over the alternator pulley. Once the belt is on, use a long flathead screwdriver or thin-ish prybar to lift the alternator back up and slide the bolt back in. EASY PEASY!!! :)
I will definitely have to give that a try!
The serpentine belt part number I was given was 5060945, it seemed too small, is this the right part number?
@@sgtshenanigans3908where
K060923HD is the famous "Green" Gates Belt part# recommended by MechMan.
It is a 92-7/8" (not an exact 93" length belt as mentioned by the that parts seller that posted in the comments, which is why I am sharing here)
Curious, have you scanned for codes and see if you get a P1637 Alternator L terminal code?
I did a mechman alternator in October 2022 and installed the same way
No battery light or engine light, but that code continues to show up
Also, your blinker spaz is most likely due to a faulty LED, or LED diode that is built in to you internet bought light housings.
It's not uncommon for the GMT800 platform to spaz when retrofitting LED's or any other aftermarket electronics.
These trucks have a very sensitive electrical CANBUS system that can be impacted by the smallest things!... there are a few tricks you can do to eliminate LED fast blinking, such as specific turn signal relays designed for LEDs, diodes with at least 5ohm resistors(dependingon how far off from stock you actually are), or CANBUS friendly LED lights.
Hope you get it sorted out! Great looking truck BTW 🤜🤛💪
Nice! We have a belt size chart on our website in the FAQ section.
060930 , 6 rib 93" belt is the correct one for your application
I'll have to check that out 👌🏽
@@sgtshenanigans3908 did you go with it? That’s the one I have but I think it’s too tight cause I hear a squeak at high rpm
I'm currently still running my stock belt because it seemed to still be within specs on the tensioner pulley and I haven't had any issues yet, but I'd like to go with a little smaller than stock in the future
@sgtshenanigans3908 once you start putting a serious load on it, it'll slip.
What fuse did you tap for your 12v ignition? I just put a 370 Mechman in my 08 Escalade. It won’t turn on. Any suggestions?
I did the IGN E 10A fuse
@@sgtshenanigans3908 thank you
@@b-luv339 hope that helps 🙏🏼
Did you have the 145 amp alternator stock what rpo alternator code ?. Do you have to use harness or can I just plug it in without wiring into fuse panel? I understand I'd have to upgrade positive and negative wires from alternator but I fail to understand why everyone uses some kind of bypass which I don't like idea of bypassing stuff. Your lights are having issues because such low draw it is making relay think it is out. Maybe look for blinker relay for LEDs?
Also I have a 2003 Chevy Tahoe LS with Bose same color I want to upgrade my alternator so I can run an inverter when my home loses power.
Did u
Did you experience any higher voltage from old alternator?
I think I may have, I think that's what took my battery out and melted my tailgate actuator by getting too much current. Also when they tested my stock alternator they said my voltage regulator was bad on my alternator
I have an 03 Tahoe myself Z71 5.3 liter. Just upgraded to the auto tech 370 and have been given 6 different belt sizes. Can you help
I'm currently running my stock belt because I'm still in the proper range indicated on my tensioner pulley. So I would start with your stock belt size and figure out that length and then you could try going to a little bit smaller of a belt if you're alternator pulley is smaller than stock. If the smaller belt is difficult to get on because it's a little tight, you can take a bolt out of your alternator so that the alternator swings down so you can slip the belt on.
What fuse did you connect alternator to?
I wired it to ignition E (Ign E 10amp)
A bro where can I get that alternator plug harness
My alternator came with the plug harness from Mechman alternators