Bill: Thanks for the kind words. Can't believe how tight that bolt was. The wider the plate the better, as it really rocked up onto a corner before the bolt broke free. I'll repost just those photos at a later date.
A few questions.
1. The tensioner spins freely and smoothly. I suspect investment in a new one is worthwhile anyway? Actually the belt doesn't look that bad either, but after 22 yrs and 135,000 miles I'm not thinking twice about that.
2. I don't see any way to get the lower timing belt cover off without completely removing the A/C compressor bracket. There's a couple 14mm (wrench size) bolts holding the bracket to the block down back that are going to be a little challenging.
Getting closer.
Thanks
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