Belt Tensioner... where can I get a new one?

[SS/GNX]

Mine is bouncing around and making a ton of noise, I need to get rid of it.

Its so shot I think its causing my knock sensor to go off every once in awhile!

 

[86 TR]

I think that part has be discontinued for some time now. I would either try to get a used one or check here nos4gn Buick Grand National Parts Engine & Components

Pretty pricy though.

 

[chrisgarrett]

Are you sure it's not your belt causing the problem?

 

[SS/GNX]

Belt is brand new...

tensioner is making a weird noise and is "bouncing" at idle.

 

[83ttypecooled]

tensioner

Hi,
They don't last for ever.Dorman may have it, or If not,the belt people at Dana can help.I don't think Buick still carries this item,but it wouldn't hurt to call them. Check your options. Good luck!

 

[SS/GNX]

I think that part has be discontinued for some time now. I would either try to get a used one or check here nos4gn Buick Grand National Parts Engine & Components

Pretty pricy though.

HOLY CR@P you arent kidding!

$250!!!!

AHHH! I might just see if a friend has a spare laying around...

unless of course anyone else out there knows of something better...

 

[chrisgarrett]

That's why I asked. If the belt is brand new, that could be the problem. What is the part number on the belt. Many parts sources give an incorrect belt size. A belt that is slightly too long will cause the tensioner to bob up and down and make a chirping sound. The belt number should have a "35" in it as in mm.

 

[chrisgarrett]

If it's not the belt, try Gbodyparts.com
GBodyParts.com Online

 

[SS/GNX]

Belt has a few numbers on it...

25-060640 in large print

OR-3 2155MC 15 in small print...

 

[chrisgarrett]

I'd be willing to bet that belt is too long, and causing the tensioner to bob up and down. I always keep a spare. Notice the 60635.

 

[phillyturbosix]

Might want to take that one and have it rebuilt. Also try going with a smaller belt. Sometimes that stops it from jumpin around. I had a brand new one and it was bouncing so I went with the smaller belt and it's fine now. Goodyear gatorbackbelt that is a little smaller (4060635) Cheap fix to try. If it don't help you'll have a new belt for your new tensioner!

 

[83ttypecooled]

Hi,
This is good advice.

 

[Project TNX]

While were are on the subject.........



Can I get it powder coated without taking it apart?



My only other solution is to paint it glass black and make due for a while.

 

[GNX243]

Check around

P/N for tensioner is 25526387. Puritan Pontiac Buick (newgmpartsusa.com) lists it for $109 while gmpartsdirect.com lists it as no longer available. Best bet is to check around.

 

[GN ERGY]

Check the bearing on the wheel, usually that is what goes bad. You can buy a new wheel with the bearing in it, I had to replace mine. Got a new wheel at autozone.
Tarey D.

 

[turbobose13]

I Have a extra pulley/ tensioner, that are in good shape

 

[87T-Type]

How hard is it to replace just the belt tensioner pulley? Is it something that can be done fairly easy with basic tools or will I get in over my head?

 

[wagon]

You have the wrong belt. Try that first.

 

[chrisgarrett]

You have the wrong belt. Try that first.

That's what I keep sayin', but he's not listening. :smile:

 

[SS/GNX]

That's what I keep sayin', but he's not listening. :smile:

Im the poster... and I AM listening...

this is another guy asking about the pulley. PAY ATTENTION!
:biggrin: