R27 ob Westerbeke belt replacement

[Jcat2010]

I'm hoping someone has been successful replacing the drive belts on the 3.5 westerbeke WITHOUT having to remove the unit from the bilge. I know on some boats it is possible to looser the from mount and tilt the front up enough to get access to the underside. It doesn't seem there is sufficient clearance between the unit and the mounting deck to get to it otherwise - but maybe someone has done that. Getting ready to tackle the job, but wanted to know if anyone has suggestions.

 

[TheFinn]

I was only able to replace the water pump belt without lifting it.