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bw4sale · 12-06-2011, 09:44 PM

Actually, I do need another hole in my head. I want to run a serpentine set up off of a '92 that I parted, but my head doesn't have this hole drilled. Can I run the set up without using this bolt or will it compromise the strength of the set up. There's a brace that runs back on the top to an intake bolt. Will that be enough. Looking for any input. Thanks.

dhaymaker · 12-06-2011, 09:57 PM

I did some research on this subject and, as usual, there are two distinct schools of thought. One says you "must drill, tap, and use the bolt into the head". Others say you don't really need to do the additional work just to get that bolt. From what I have read, it's the opinion of a lot of folks that the serpentine belt system is, typical of most manufacturing, somewhat "overbuilt" and the lack of this bolt isn't going to present any problems.

I have a serpentine system I'm planning to use on a SB and if the bolt hole isn't preexisting I don't plan to add it!

domeier · 12-06-2011, 10:05 PM

What's stopping you from trying it without the bolt? Worst that could happen is it vibrates... and then you'd know you have to drill and tap.

**LockDoc** · 12-06-2011, 10:56 PM

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Originally Posted by domeier

What's stopping you from trying it without the bolt? Worst that could happen is it vibrates... and then you'd know you have to drill and tap.

Well, one thing is, it's a he!! of a lot easier to drill & tap with the front sheet metal off... As is obvious with the OP's pic.

LockDoc

bw4sale · 12-06-2011, 11:13 PM

Quote:

well, one thing is, it's a he!! Of a lot easier to drill & tap with the front sheet metal off... As is obvious with the op's pic.

bingo!

domeier · 12-07-2011, 02:15 AM

No guts! I say go for it.

bw4sale · 12-07-2011, 11:12 AM

Just trying to be smart about it. Measure twice, cut once kind of thing. If no one says it absolutely won't work that way, I'm going to try it.

12-06-2011, 09:44 PM	#1
bw4sale Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hendersonville, TN Posts: 1,528	Like I need another hole in my head... Actually, I do need another hole in my head. I want to run a serpentine set up off of a '92 that I parted, but my head doesn't have this hole drilled. Can I run the set up without using this bolt or will it compromise the strength of the set up. There's a brace that runs back on the top to an intake bolt. Will that be enough. Looking for any input. Thanks. __________________ BRENT -'68 Stepside Project -'98 Z71 Daily Driver -Enough extra parts to build another truck and a half

12-06-2011, 09:57 PM	#2
dhaymaker Registered User Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Peyton, CO Posts: 448	Re: Like I need another hole in my head... I did some research on this subject and, as usual, there are two distinct schools of thought. One says you "must drill, tap, and use the bolt into the head". Others say you don't really need to do the additional work just to get that bolt. From what I have read, it's the opinion of a lot of folks that the serpentine belt system is, typical of most manufacturing, somewhat "overbuilt" and the lack of this bolt isn't going to present any problems. I have a serpentine system I'm planning to use on a SB and if the bolt hole isn't preexisting I don't plan to add it! __________________ don "The DRBMan" 2014 Audi A4 (The Wife's Daily Driver) 2017 HD Ultra (The Cruiser) 2003 HD Fatboy (The Ride) 2001 Chevy Suburban (Another back up!!) For the first time in forever, not a single 67-72 Chevy truck, Blazer, or Suburban on the property! Basically retired and getting the new Motorhome ready for some traveling. Doing a bit of work on the house getting it ready to sell! LOL!!

12-06-2011, 10:05 PM	#3
domeier Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Jose, California Posts: 784	Re: Like I need another hole in my head... What's stopping you from trying it without the bolt? Worst that could happen is it vibrates... and then you'd know you have to drill and tap.

12-07-2011, 02:15 AM	#6
domeier Registered User Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: San Jose, California Posts: 784	Re: Like I need another hole in my head... No guts! I say go for it.

12-07-2011, 11:12 AM	#7
bw4sale Registered User Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Hendersonville, TN Posts: 1,528	Re: Like I need another hole in my head... Just trying to be smart about it. Measure twice, cut once kind of thing. If no one says it absolutely won't work that way, I'm going to try it. __________________ BRENT -'68 Stepside Project -'98 Z71 Daily Driver -Enough extra parts to build another truck and a half



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