I don't see why the nut needs to be welded. Once it's tight it aint going anywhere.

On my '56 I welded a bar to the nut and poked it up in the hole. You might be able to do that on the AD to hold it while you tighten the bolt.

'56 belt install


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1956 Chevy 1/2-ton 3100
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