OOooopppsssss. Sorry about the lack of location. It is now updated.
Thank you for the reponses and ideas on my issue. You guys think the belt may be too loose, then?
You're right, in that it shouldn't be that awkward to get adjusted / tensioned as it is only a spring. MMMmmmmm.
I mean, it runs just fine. The belt seems to be properly tentioned without it being too loose or too tight. The belt isn't wondering around at all and stays put on the outer edge of the pulley.
It's also the first time I've done this work on a Mitsubishi.............maybe that's the problem.