ROY_H
Member Since: 30 Jun 2014
Location: South Hams Devon
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So, as per title, I've got to belt change time and just, being a quiet Sunday afternoon, having a ponder about the procedure.
I understand only too well the need to change the main (front) drive belt as I can see how that holds everything together (so to speak  ). From what I can see it's not too difficult as these things go just requiring a bit of dismantling at the front. What my bored brain has been asking is how essential is it to do the rear belt as I'm guessing this 'only' drives the fuel pump and if it should let go the only result is the engine stops. It seems it's this one which is the PITA to change.
Also, has anyone had to change the drive chains at the rear ?
NOTE !!! I am proposing to have them all changed including tensioners but was just thinkin' and know the wealth of knowledge on this site  Morris Dancers: Drinkers with A Dance Problem
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 15th Apr 2018 4:24 pm |
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NJSS
Member Since: 06 May 2009
Location: Catherington, Hampshire.
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Firstly I would give serious consideration to fitting a new oil pump at the same time.
Secondly you are correct in so far as the rear belt is concerned; but I would nevertheless do it.
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