Serpentine Belt System Installation

In this day and age, when it comes to upgrading our prized possessions, we performance car enthusiasts pretty much have it made. The sheer number of aftermarket products offered, along with multiple designs and variations of said offerings give each of us the opportunity to equip our cars with virtually hundreds of mechanical and/or visual improvements. These improvements can be in all areas of customization. Today we're going to look at one extremely popular upgrade-a serpentine drivebelt system.

As I stated earlier, there are dozens of component manufacturers out there that offer many great styles and designs of products in every category, drivebelt systems included. In this case, we chose to use the installation of the Zoops Products Posi-Trak Serpentine Belt System for a couple of reasons. First, we love the way it looks. Second, we've had such success with Zoops Products in the past that its product instantly came to mind when we chose the subject matter for this install. Let's take a look at the Posi-Trak System and its installation on a small-block Chevy. Keep in mind, however, that it's available for big-blocks, as well.

Blower motors are becoming more and more popular today. But to maximize their potential takes more than just simply bolting one on top of the intake manifold.
Blower motors are becoming more and more popular today. But to maximize their potential ta
Aside from being extremely good-looking, one of the Posi-Trak's major advantages is that the system positions all components as close as possible to the center of the motor.
Aside from being extremely good-looking, one of the Posi-Trak's major advantages is that t
Installation of the system is an uncomplicated and straightforward affair. The process starts with the disassembly of the existing accessories, pulleys, bracketry, and water pump.
Installation of the system is an uncomplicated and straightforward affair. The process sta

The alternator/ power steering pump bracket comes next. One important benefit that Zoops incorporates into its design is that it machines the stand-offs as part of their bracketry, eliminating the need for separate spacers between the engine and brackets.
The alternator/ power steering pump bracket comes next. One important benefit that Zoops i
Another outstanding and important feature of the Posi-Trak System is the use of steel inserts in the mounting holes of the bracketry.
Another outstanding and important feature of the Posi-Trak System is the use of steel inse
The next step would be the installation of the highly polished 110-amp alternator. The Zoops design locates the accessories up tight against the block and heads, allowing use in more restricted engine compartments.
The next step would be the installation of the highly polished 110-amp alternator. The Zoo

This shot shows one of the steel inserts that I mentioned earlier. It's the meticulous attention to detail that makes Zoops Products one of the industries leaders.
This shot shows one of the steel inserts that I mentioned earlier. It's the meticulous att
While we're showing details, I'd be remiss if I didn't show and mention the fact that the alternators supplied with the Posi-Trak System are special, as well.
While we're showing details, I'd be remiss if I didn't show and mention the fact that the
Once the alternator bracket and alternator are in place, the next step is to attach the faceplate (or bridge) at the top of the assembly.
Once the alternator bracket and alternator are in place, the next step is to attach the fa

The right side of the bridge incorporates the upper A/C compressor bracket and the belt tensioner assembly.
The right side of the bridge incorporates the upper A/C compressor bracket and the belt te
The A/C compressor mounts to the block via the faceplate and a lower bracket assembly for a vibration-free installation.
The A/C compressor mounts to the block via the faceplate and a lower bracket assembly for
Here's a shot of the partially completed install. As you can see, the components look awesome, and they're hardened to a T6 condition for a long, trouble-free life, as well.
Here's a shot of the partially completed install. As you can see, the components look awes

Zoops also provides a polished GM Type-2 remote power steering pump. These pumps are ideal for any GM-style steering box or rack, and are calibrated to flow 900 psi.
Zoops also provides a polished GM Type-2 remote power steering pump. These pumps are ideal
The power steering pump mounts directly below the alternator and is tucked in nicely, as are the rest of the components. The highly polished pump matches the rest of the system for a really impressive look that you'll be proud to display.
The power steering pump mounts directly below the alternator and is tucked in nicely, as a
As with the rest of the Zoops pulleys supplied with the kit, the p/s pulley is beautifully machined and hardened, and the machined insert ensures a long life.
As with the rest of the Zoops pulleys supplied with the kit, the p/s pulley is beautifully

Zoops' ForgeliteTM pulleys are available in multiple designs, though the style chosen for this particular install are my personal favorites.
Zoops' ForgeliteTM pulleys are available in multiple designs, though the style chosen for
The final phase of the install is to fully check and tighten all the mounting bolts, and to install the heavy-duty drivebelt.
The final phase of the install is to fully check and tighten all the mounting bolts, and t
And here it is in all its glory-one fine-looking and great performing serpentine belt system. You can bet that I'll be using one of these on my next engine build, for sure.
And here it is in all its glory-one fine-looking and great performing serpentine belt syst