Aux Belt Tensioner Very Stiff

[Shabazmo]

Cam belt and water pump replaced and now I have a problem. The aux belt tensioner is very stiff. I can move the lever after disconecting the roller and putting a deep socket and ext bar over the lever. But when the roller is connected and I use the roller bolt to turn the tensioner, the bolt continues to turn and I will probably shear it if I continue. I have put plenty of lube on it but am running out of ideas. Any suggestions?

Thanks

[Shabazmo]

Found out how to replace the tensioner. bought a new one from GSF but its not much better. I managed to get the aux belt back on.

[gregers]

there are detailed instructions in the faqs on how to change the tensioner.

have you also thought about changing the alternator pulley???

again info in the faqs.