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Old 12 Jul 2007, 07:42 am
JB
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Default Re: Loud roar after timing belt replacement

On Jul 11, 8:33 pm, Tegger <teg...@tegger.c0m> wrote:
> sam.lib...@gmail.com wrote innews:1184197987.275073.32200@d55g2000hsg.googleg roups.com:
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> > I will recheck the tension this weekend. I guess I can do it with
> > only the top belt cover removed?

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> If you know what to look for, yes.
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> When you push down hard on the timing belt between the cam pulleys, there
> should be about 1/8"or so of give. If there is no give at all then the belt
> is too tight.
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> Checking tension on the balance belt requires removal of its cover.
>
> --
> Tegger
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> The Unofficial Honda/Acura FAQwww.tegger.com/hondafaq/


Or the belt could be too loose! At higher RPM, you could be getting
vibration from the belt flapping at its longest point around the
pulleys.

--Jeff

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