Belt Tensioner Replace for PM?
12-16-2018, 02:51 PM
#1
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Belt Tensioner Replace for PM?
2010 997.2 S cab 138K miles
Is there any reason to replace my belt tensioner for preventive maintenance when I do my serpentine belt?
If so, should I use the Porsche OEM for $150 or the INA for $40?
Is there any reason to replace my belt tensioner for preventive maintenance when I do my serpentine belt?
If so, should I use the Porsche OEM for $150 or the INA for $40?
12-16-2018, 04:32 PM
#2
In the 997.1 replacing the tensioner seems standard. I've got 120K miles on my 997.2 and my tensioner shows no sign of wear.
The 997.1 group tends toward proactive replacements. I'm not seeing the same need on the 997.2 since there aren't enough of us with enough miles to give a data base of what to replace when. We'll have to wait and see as more people reach higher miles. But (as far as I know) nothing has shown up yet at 100K+ miles (maybe 150K?!?!).
Note: I'm not suggesting you ignore the factory advised maintenances in the above!!!
The 997.1 group tends toward proactive replacements. I'm not seeing the same need on the 997.2 since there aren't enough of us with enough miles to give a data base of what to replace when. We'll have to wait and see as more people reach higher miles. But (as far as I know) nothing has shown up yet at 100K+ miles (maybe 150K?!?!).
Note: I'm not suggesting you ignore the factory advised maintenances in the above!!!