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Originally Posted by smdimjesus
When starting the car is doesn't turn over as easy as it always has.
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Next time you get in there, remove the new belt and check that the alternator pulley turns freely. Loose is not your issue - stiff and binding is.
If it's so tight as to make the belt squeal and it makes starting the car harder, it's likely a seized alternator bearing - since you have already eliminated the water-pump.
If it IS the alternator, I doubt you'll be able to turn it by hand (and you should be able to do so).