Tensior question
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Tensior question
A Christmas present to me ... from me ... was a the tool to check the T-belt tension. Now I need to get down to using it. Assuming no prior experience in checking the belt tension, can anyone give me an idea of how much "difficulty" I might expect on the first attempt. Also, is anyone aware of a VERY detailed step-by-step procedure. The tool came with some and I have the 928 CD as well. Just looking for all the help I can get! Thanks in advance and Happy New Year. 
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I assume you got the Kempf tool. The intructions that accompany it are very complete. Checking tension is a simple 1 to 1.5 hour job. Some people are able to do it with the upper radiator hose in place. Not me. This might depend on model year. On my 89 I find I have to remove the upper radiator hose to have enough room to get the belt cover off. So, you will need to top off the fluid and squeeze the hose a bit to expell air when you are done.
Anyway, to answer your question, Tony Harkin has a very nice guide to checking the TB tension.
http://members.rennlist.com/v1uhoh/checking.htm
Anyway, to answer your question, Tony Harkin has a very nice guide to checking the TB tension.
http://members.rennlist.com/v1uhoh/checking.htm
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Patrick;
Which tool did you get? The P9201 (~$350) or the Jay Kempf $40 unit? The kempf tool comes with great detailed instruction, where the 9201 has a brief description in the WSM.
Scott
Which tool did you get? The P9201 (~$350) or the Jay Kempf $40 unit? The kempf tool comes with great detailed instruction, where the 9201 has a brief description in the WSM.
Scott
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The Kempf tool is great, but please don't forget the JagEng.com sound file which I have found is extremely easy, reliable and repeatable. People have mentioned that this has not been tested on the new Optibelt design, therefore it would be worth using it in conjuction with the Kempf tool to confirm accuracy first.
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I hadn't seen this.
http://www.jageng.com/sharkbit_2.htm
http://www.jageng.com/sharkbit_2.htm
Originally Posted by UKKid35
The Kempf tool is great, but please don't forget the JagEng.com sound file which I have found is extremely easy, reliable and repeatable. People have mentioned that this has not been tested on the new Optibelt design, therefore it would be worth using it in conjuction with the Kempf tool to confirm accuracy first.
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Patrick, it's just like the instructions tell you. Rich's '85 car and my '86 car are identical in terms of access to the TB. It'll probably take you a couple of hours the first time in, but I can do it in under 1/2 hr now. Just be careful that you are not doing it at minus 25F........... like it is here, now!! 
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If your 85 has the belt driven radiator fan,it should be easier than the electric fan cars, as you have more room in there to work. I do my 16V easily as I only have to pull the top belt cover and work around the top hose a bit - no distributor to disturb .
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