Hi Paul,
Working on these things can be frustrating at times. ;-)
Have you already removed the gooseneck on top of the t-stat housing and still can't reach it with a wrench or 1/4" ratchet?
I think you could snake the belt around the hose from the other end but not 100% sure as I've never had to do it that way. LOL
Can you get a dremel tool in there to cut the hose clamp?
Otherwise removing the ps pump may be the next best option. Remove the pulley bolts and pulley first to get easier access to the mounting bolts.
Can't help you on the tensioner bearing as I have a press so don't use a vice. It does take a fair amount of pressure. If your going to be doing a lot of work on your car
it is worthwhile to invest in a Harbor Freight press. I use mine a lot.
Good luck,
Jim
Working on these things can be frustrating at times. ;-)
Have you already removed the gooseneck on top of the t-stat housing and still can't reach it with a wrench or 1/4" ratchet?
I think you could snake the belt around the hose from the other end but not 100% sure as I've never had to do it that way. LOL
Can you get a dremel tool in there to cut the hose clamp?
Otherwise removing the ps pump may be the next best option. Remove the pulley bolts and pulley first to get easier access to the mounting bolts.
Can't help you on the tensioner bearing as I have a press so don't use a vice. It does take a fair amount of pressure. If your going to be doing a lot of work on your car
it is worthwhile to invest in a Harbor Freight press. I use mine a lot.
Good luck,
Jim