Adjustable 8.5 Inch Tensioning Rod With Heim Joint For Small Block Chevy SBC BBC Alternator Bracket Race Ready Stainless Steel Five Eighth Inch Rod Diameter Center To Center 10.5 To 12.5 Inches Fits 350 454 302

Adjustable 8.5 in Heim Joint tension rod for SBC/BBC, single
✔️ 5/8" rod diameter; center-to-center 10.5-12.5 inches; 3/8" heim eye

Stainless steel construction and beefy threads give this tension rod a long life under race-day use. It’s designed to mount on Small Block Chevy and big-block Chevy alternator brackets for precise belt tension and reliable accessory drive.

✅ 5/8" rod diameter
✅ Center-to-center range 10.5" to 12.5"
✅ Eye size 3/8"
✅ Stainless steel, silver finish

💡 What is an adjustable tensioning rod used for in automotive engine setups?

In short, this handy part lets you fine-tune belt tension and alignment for engine accessories.

- fine-tunes belt tension on SBC/BBC alternator brackets
- keeps accessory alignment steady under engine load
- stainless steel construction resists heat and corrosion
- 3/8 inch heim joint provides smooth articulation
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