Use straight edge or a steel ruler on the front of the crank pulley (balancing damper) and measure from the straight edge to the belt (at the engine pulley) and again at the belt on the power steering pulley. That will give you a good idea of how far off you really are.

Also make sure the bolt that the power steering pump pivots on is the proper diameter and fits the bracket hole snug. It appears in your picture that the pump is being cocked when you tighten the belt indicating the pivot has slop.

Last edited by Phak1; 08/14/2021 12:36 PM.

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