Correct Tensioner Spring Installation on 2001-’05 Honda Civic 1.7L Engines
Engine builders must install the spring by facing the hook away from the timing belt. When installing a timming belt kit on a 2001-’05 Honda Civic 1.7L engine, it’s crucial that the tensioner spring be installed correctly onto the tensioner. [inpost_gallery post_id=4966 group=”1″] If it’s improperly installed, the open end of the spring hook can catch on
GM Belt Tensioner May Cause Supercharger Failure
Problem: Premature failure of supercharger bearings. Cause: When the belt tensioner starts to fail, belt tension increases dramatically. This tension shows up as side-loading in the supercharger rear bearing. Solution: Periodic inspection of the belt tensioner should be part of the regular maintenance routine. Before operating the replacement supercharger, the tensioner must be inspected and
Revised Timing Belt and Tensioner Setup Procedure for 1998-2000 Ford 2.0L Engines
During a timing belt servicing, refer to the following service procedure for details. Note: To achieve proper timing belt tension, the camshaft sprocketbolts should be loosened enough to permit the sprockets to turn freelyon the camshafts. With cam sprocket bolts loosened and cylinder #1 attop dead center (TDC), crankshaft must be rotated to TDC in
Modification of Timing Belt Tensioner Bracket on 2004-2005 Subaru Engines
Affected applications: 2004MY Forester; 2005MY Legacy and Impreza On SOHC engines, the shape of the bracket and the size of the 2 (upper side) installation bolts were changed. On DOHC engines, the shape of the bracket was changed and ribs added to increase rigidity. PRODUCTION LINE CHANGE The new style tensioner brackets were used in
Revised Timing Belt Tensioner for Acura 3.2L Engine
A revised timing belt auto-tensioner for 2002-2003 Acura 3.2L engines is now available (P/N 14520-P8E-A01). This tensioner is part of a product improvement by Acura. The original design timing belt tensioner is filled with oil to dampen oscillation. Due to a manufacturing situation, the tensioner oil can leak. If enough oil is lost, the timing
Timing Chain Tensioner Installation Caution on GM 2.3L Quad 4
The timing chain tensioner on GM’s 2.3L "Quad 4" engine is of the spring loaded ratchet design. The tensioner assembly consists of a housing, spring, and ratcheting plunger. The plunger is locked into the housing and plunger to prevent the accidental release of the spring before or during installation. Once the tensioner is installed and
Revised Timing Belt and Tensioner Setup Procedure Ford 2.0L Engines
To achieve proper timing belt tension, the camshaft sprocket bolts should be loosened enough to permit the sprockets to turn freely on the camshafts. With cam sprocket bolts loosened and cylinder #1 at TDC, crankshaft must be rotated to TDC in clockwise direction (install camshaft alignment tool in th camshaft slots). 5) Tighten the attaching
Dayco to Offer eXtra Loyalty Program
Shops can earn points for Dayco kit and water pump purchases.
Dayco Expands Product Mix Through Summit Racing Distributor
Dayco, a leading engine products and drive systems supplier for the automotive, industrial and aftermarket industries, is pleased to announce that Summit Racing Equipment has expanded its offering of Dayco products. With locations in Ohio, Georgia, Nevada, and Texas, Summit Racing is well-known for fast shipping, customer service and tech expertise. The company offers a full line
LTR Engine Build
This Late Model Engines build is centered around Concept Performance’s new LTR block, which is the first aftermarket as-cast aluminum Gen V LT block.
Dayco Supercharger Belt
Engineered and thoroughly tested for use on late model supercharged cars with light modifications like ZR1 Corvettes, Shelby Mustangs and SRT Hellcat applications, it features high stiffness PET cord, EPDM proprietary construction with aramid fibers and either 8 or 10 ribs depending on application.
Developing a Honda 2.3L Engine for Road Racing
One of the most important aspects of engine building has nothing to do with the engine at all. You have to understand the customer and what they are trying to achieve.
Schaeffler Showcases New Products and Solutions at AAPEX 2021
All Schaeffler aftermarket products are subjected to rigorous, industry-leading quality tests – with each component engineered to meet applicable original equipment specifications.
LME Billet Timing Chain Guide
The LME Billet Timing Chain Guide allows you to delete off the factory tensioner that is known to fluctuate and fail at high RPM and high boost levels. This will improve performance and reliability. For a limited time, (until Halloween) these are running 202$. The normal price will be 225$ after OCT 31st. If you
All About Timing Chains
If you’re building late-model dual overhead cam (DOHC) engines, you’ve probably noticed that a chain rather than a belt drives the camshaft. But why is this the case when chains are more expensive to produce?
Vintage Air Cast Front Runner for GM LT & LS Engines
The kit includes a 6061-T6 billet aluminum water pump, crankshaft and power steering pulleys, ATI balancer, Mechman 170-amp hairpin-style alternator, Detroit Speed aluminum-body power steering pump, and a genuine Sanden A/C compressor.
Shop Solutions February 2021
If you work on any high-power adder or high-rpm engines, chances are you will see some fretting on the bottoms of main caps and the backside of the upper rod bearing.
Holley GM LT-4 Mid-Mount Accessory Drive System
The accessory layout is as if the original manufacturer had designed it for your swap application.
Dayco Expands Timing Belt & Water Pump Warranty Program to 125K Miles
Dayco’s Aftermarket Division is launching a comprehensive new Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump program that includes an industry leading 125,000 mile warranty. Effective October 15, when a technician or a DIYer purchases a Dayco Water Pump or Dayco Timing Belt Kit with Water Pump they can register their purchase ataftna125k.dayco.com/125k/, to be covered for 125,000
Holley Mid-Mount for LT4/LT5 Engines
Holley’s Mid-Mount drive system eliminates all of the frustrations and hassle of mix-matching pulleys and belts.
