Pump belt tensioner

[Askal]

Has anyone ever seen a cat pump idler/tension pully? Seems like a great idea. Consistent correct tension would extend belt life.

 

[Mike Draper]

I like to leave pump belts on the loose side of the scale. Tight enough that they can go to 1000psi without squealing. They should last 5k or more hours. Pumps dont need to be very tight because they use very little HP.

 

[Mikey P]

How do your belts last Al?

My Vortex is still on the original

 

[Lee Stockwell]

Mike nailed it.

 

[Askal]

Depends on the pump size and how exact the alignment is. Genesis 500 hours to 1000 hours. HM 450 Maxx 3500 hrs. Judson 500 to 2000 hrs so far.