100K Water pump and drive belt

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Originally Posted by Tedtalker

I just installed a new Dayco Poly Rib belt on my 2007 with 75,000 miles. Engine ran much better and so much smoother. I wasn't expecting a better running engine. I just thought I better replace it after 12 years and 75K. My OEM belt never squeaked or chirped ever and this Dayco Poly Rib is silent as well. Before I loosened the alternator bolts I marked around the bolt washer with a sharpie pen. Tension-ed the new Dayco at the exact marking and it seems perfect. Maybe it's the Dayco Poly Cog belts that squeal? My Poly Rib said made in USA on the belt. Good enough for me.

Absolutely not a way to set new-belt tension.

(Serpentine belt tension adjustment water pump bearings)