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Old Sep 10, 2019 | 08:51 PM
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1965 327-350hp no power steering. Has idler on drivers side, alternator on passenger side. So I have a vibration in the engine, very noticeable around 2000 rpm’s. Even with the car not moving, in neutral, clutch in or out. I disconnected both belts and it went away. I replaced alternator belt only and the vibration returned. Any suggestions?
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Possible warped water pump pulley or fan has a bent blade or two. Never heard of an alternator getting out of balance but suppose it's possible
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The Take the alt. belt off and install the idler belt.
Still vibrates, change the water pump.
No vibration, change the alternator.
Not resolved, remove fan.

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I had a similar vibration and it was caused by an out of round pulley on a replacement alternator.
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Removed clutch fan and the issue seems to be resolved. Clutch fan looks great. I guess it could still be the issue.
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Manual Trans?

If auto trans conversion unbolt the torque converter

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