CarrieS

I need to replace the belt tensioner in my 1993 5.0 Mustang. The bolt is very tight, and I'd hate to put more force into it until I've verified with someone who knows whether the bolt threading is normal or reversed. Should I apply counterclockwise force to unscrew this bolt?

If you're curious why I need to replace my belt tensioner, it's because I made assumptions about how to move it and broke it in the process. No more assumption for this project.

ALMOST STOCK

The bolt that holds the pulley on the tensioner arm is reverse threaded.
OR
The bolt through the center of the pulley has a LH thread. Turn it clockwise to loosen it.


The bolt that holds the tensioner arm to the tensioner mount is standard threaded

SWGSSSlacker

What ALMOST STOCK said.

CarrieS

Counterclockwise on the bolt holding the tensioner arm to the tensioner mount (not the pully) worked like a charm to remove it. Thanks for the quick advice. You guys are great!