Any tricks to removing Accessory Belt? (97 Cobra + Vortech V1 w/o intercooler)

[98Bird]

Are there any tricks to removing Accessory Belt? (to change the alternator)

Due to the Vortech, I can't access the tensioner pulley from the top so I have to jack up the car and access it from the bottom. Or is there a way to do so from the top?

(97 Cobra + Vortech V1 w/o intercooler)

Thanks for any help.

 

[04DeadShort]

I always had to do it from the bottom. I bought a flat serpentine belt puller from Harbor Freight and it does make it easier to do.

 

[98 Saleen Cobra]

From the bottom under the belt from tensioner. Under the 6-8 bolts on the bracket.. Don't undo them completely. Loosen them up and slide the Vortech bracket, with blower on towards the front of the car until you can slide the bent off.. But new belt on. repeat steps