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Tightening the power steering belt on a 160

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Topic: Tightening the power steering belt on a 160

Posted By: farmtechguy
Subject: Tightening the power steering belt on a 160
Date Posted: 19 Jan 2026 at 4:50pm

My 160 has very weak power steering. I think I tracked down the likely cause being belt is quite loose. I didn't think to check it while it was cold and it's a lot looser then I realized.

Thank you https://www.allischalmers.com/forum/member_profile.asp?PF=16194" rel="nofollow - AC720Man for suggesting that.

The service manual shows 4 bolts. Two look like they're tucked in the frame rail. I can see why people are saying it's a pain to adjust.

Any tips or tricks for tightening?