Yes, the shaft seals.
I didn’t think I had the belt too tight. I can deflect it about 1/2-3/4” between the alternator and the water pump. From what I can see, the pulleys are aligned.
I’ll try a different vendor, and leave the belt a bit looser.
Fingers crossed.


Current fleet (subject to change w/o notice)
\'49 GMC 3/4-Ton , 60 Austin Healey Frog-eye Sprite (some assembly required), 2011 Dodge Avenger, 2015 Jeep Cherokee. No, they don't all run.
My other ride is a (B737)no, (B767)no, A320.... Update... was Embraer E190, now Boeing B787.

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