Okay, I'm thinking of converting to serpentine setup. I m going to the junk yard today to look for a setup. What all would I need to get? Could I reuse any of my existiong accessories since they all work fine? Would there be any way to re-use my A/C compressor, since its not even a year old and works great? I know I would have to lose my freon charge since the A/C compressor moves to the other side, but I have some more freon (thank gawd). the biggest problem I can think of is what to do about the water pump. Dont serpentine systems have reverse rotation water pumps? Do they cool better? Any info very much appreciated.

 

http://sethirdgen.org/serpentine.htm

 

speaking of. What is the correct way to open the belt tensioner? I thought I was going to loose my fingers this week when I had to move the AC for the headers.

 

Don't ask me, I have V-Belts!

 

What do you mean by open the tensioner? Loosen it? If so, it just takes a half inch drive ratchet. I use a big torque wrench.

 

The new ones (replacement) are 3/8" square. Use a 3/8" rachet.