Idler Pulley - where to get one???
03-07-2008, 07:02 PM
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Idler Pulley - where to get one???
This is seaming to be more difficult than it need be, but for the life of me, I am having trouble finding an idler pulley online. AutoZone is outta stock, vendor is out, other places can "special order" (which is the exact same thing I am trying to do myself) and I can't find one. Please help ... 
Also, I had a heck of a time getting the nut loose, was a "shredding" experience since I now need a new one. What is it, besides old age, that makes a nut put on at the factory (in most cases) need to be replaced after removing it one time? Or, is it just me? lol
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Also, I had a heck of a time getting the nut loose, was a "shredding" experience since I now need a new one. What is it, besides old age, that makes a nut put on at the factory (in most cases) need to be replaced after removing it one time? Or, is it just me? lol
Thanks! Cheers Mates!
03-07-2008, 07:12 PM
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Man I went through that whole ordeal about a month ago. That freakin' nut was a pita (yeah I know what I said ) you're not alone. http://www.nissanparts.org/oem_parts.html That's where I got mine from.
03-07-2008, 08:27 PM
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03-07-2008, 08:56 PM
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I thought it'd be a little cheaper ... my word! 
Yea ... that is it. Thanks! Guess I need to learn how to search Goo a bit better. It's been a LONG day! Glad it's almost over.
Yea ... that is it. Thanks! Guess I need to learn how to search Goo a bit better. It's been a LONG day! Glad it's almost over.
03-10-2008, 01:50 AM
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My pulley squealed a lot, but I didn't have time to change it. Went quite a while (about a month) before doing it. It shredded my belt, then the pulley fell out as I was driving. Luckily I had a new one w/me and changed it in 30min in a parkinglot.
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03-11-2008, 06:41 AM
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03-11-2008, 12:56 PM
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This is seaming to be more difficult than it need be, but for the life of me, I am having trouble finding an idler pulley online. AutoZone is outta stock, vendor is out, other places can "special order" (which is the exact same thing I am trying to do myself) and I can't find one. Please help ...
Also, I had a heck of a time getting the nut loose, was a "shredding" experience since I now need a new one. What is it, besides old age, that makes a nut put on at the factory (in most cases) need to be replaced after removing it one time? Or, is it just me? lol
Thanks! Cheers Mates!
Also, I had a heck of a time getting the nut loose, was a "shredding" experience since I now need a new one. What is it, besides old age, that makes a nut put on at the factory (in most cases) need to be replaced after removing it one time? Or, is it just me? lol
Thanks! Cheers Mates!
So if a shop can special order it for you, what's the problem?
I don't think you'll find an aftermarket one anyway. Even if you could, I would only buy genuine Nissan.
You can contact any of the V2 supercharged guys as they may be willing to sell theirs (you can't have mine - I save everything.
)Also, you can always get stuff like that from fanaticrock.
When we were installing VIPMaxima's V1 SC, we had to buy one and my local Nissan dealer actually had it in stock. You didn't mention if you tried the dealer or not. ?
03-11-2008, 03:44 PM
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Well ... I have sworn off my local dealer if at all possible! Been shafted a time or three by them and I guess I'll live without the part till it comes in the mail as opposed to buying it from the stealership here. (end rant)
The part was (with shipping / 2nd day air) $61 and change. Not bad, considering that I couldn't find if for less than $65 anyway. I am still driving my car ... but I don't use the radio or any electrical if I can avoid it. Plus ... I have a trickle charger and it get's slapped on when I get home from work everyday. Part should be in tomorrow anyhow ... so I'll put it on and then be good.
Water pump went well with the exception of the tensioner .... so I really can't complain too bad.
The part was (with shipping / 2nd day air) $61 and change. Not bad, considering that I couldn't find if for less than $65 anyway. I am still driving my car ... but I don't use the radio or any electrical if I can avoid it. Plus ... I have a trickle charger and it get's slapped on when I get home from work everyday. Part should be in tomorrow anyhow ... so I'll put it on and then be good.
Water pump went well with the exception of the tensioner .... so I really can't complain too bad.
03-11-2008, 05:52 PM
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Well ... I have sworn off my local dealer if at all possible! Been shafted a time or three by them and I guess I'll live without the part till it comes in the mail as opposed to buying it from the stealership here. (end rant)
The part was (with shipping / 2nd day air) $61 and change. Not bad, considering that I couldn't find if for less than $65 anyway. I am still driving my car ... but I don't use the radio or any electrical if I can avoid it. Plus ... I have a trickle charger and it get's slapped on when I get home from work everyday. Part should be in tomorrow anyhow ... so I'll put it on and then be good.
Water pump went well with the exception of the tensioner .... so I really can't complain too bad.
The part was (with shipping / 2nd day air) $61 and change. Not bad, considering that I couldn't find if for less than $65 anyway. I am still driving my car ... but I don't use the radio or any electrical if I can avoid it. Plus ... I have a trickle charger and it get's slapped on when I get home from work everyday. Part should be in tomorrow anyhow ... so I'll put it on and then be good.
Water pump went well with the exception of the tensioner .... so I really can't complain too bad.
So you were able to find one?
I think the dealer would have been quicker/easier/cheaper.
03-11-2008, 07:06 PM
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I just snapped my tensioner bolt changing my alternator. Luckily my local dealer had them in stock and was able to just sell me the nut and bolt. $30. Not too bad at all.
I think they just seize up when they get rust and oxidation on them just like any other bolt. Being not too thick, they tend to snap easily.
I think they just seize up when they get rust and oxidation on them just like any other bolt. Being not too thick, they tend to snap easily.
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03-11-2008, 09:32 PM
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I just snapped my tensioner bolt changing my alternator. Luckily my local dealer had them in stock and was able to just sell me the nut and bolt. $30. Not too bad at all.
I think they just seize up when they get rust and oxidation on them just like any other bolt. Being not too thick, they tend to snap easily.
I think they just seize up when they get rust and oxidation on them just like any other bolt. Being not too thick, they tend to snap easily.
*Snap*
03-12-2008, 05:30 AM
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^^ You have a very valid point here Ptatohed .... 
Mine just stripped on me, not much I could do. I did order one and it should be here today. I might miss the extra 10 or so HP I have been picking up since not running the AC or Alt ... but I'd like my battery to charge more so than I need the extra 10 HP.
Putting the new tensioner on shouldn't take even 10 minutes. 3 - 12mm bolts and set the adjuster. I enjoy working on my car but there are some jobs I'd rather not have to do. Still need to R+R my passanger side axle. After my tranny rebuild, I think it put more torque on the CVs and I have the new one from Raxles sitting in my garage ready to go. Ahhhh .... never does quite end. lol
Mine just stripped on me, not much I could do. I did order one and it should be here today. I might miss the extra 10 or so HP I have been picking up since not running the AC or Alt ... but I'd like my battery to charge more so than I need the extra 10 HP.
Putting the new tensioner on shouldn't take even 10 minutes. 3 - 12mm bolts and set the adjuster. I enjoy working on my car but there are some jobs I'd rather not have to do. Still need to R+R my passanger side axle. After my tranny rebuild, I think it put more torque on the CVs and I have the new one from Raxles sitting in my garage ready to go. Ahhhh .... never does quite end. lol
03-12-2008, 10:51 AM
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Yeah, that's usually the case but on mine I double checked the pulley and it moved freely by hand before I started turning it. Oh well, I have the new one on now and it was an easy fix so I'm happy.
03-12-2008, 09:45 PM
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this is sorta OT....but sorta related. I have some noise coming from the belt area. not a screech or a squeak, just two things rubbing together, like a crappy bearing or something.... hard to describe.
anyway, think there's a chance it's the idler pulley? or am I gonna have to get a new bearing pressed into the a/c compressor clutch?
I guess I should take the belt off and spin each of them by hand to see which makes noise, eh?
anyway, think there's a chance it's the idler pulley? or am I gonna have to get a new bearing pressed into the a/c compressor clutch?
I guess I should take the belt off and spin each of them by hand to see which makes noise, eh?
03-13-2008, 08:08 AM
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use a screwdriver and hold it to the altenator .... feel and listen (put your ear next on the end of the screw driver .... do that to the AC as well ... and the Idler, it's bound to be one of them
03-13-2008, 08:34 AM
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Ooh, good idea. I'm pretty sure its not the alt, its brand new, but I'll give that a try. Thanks!
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