3.4 DOHC Timing Belt Tensioner Problems

[94GPGTP]

[B]I need to find out where to get a timing belt tensioner from. all auto part stores dont have them NAPA, Carquest, Autozone, etc.. Im having problems with the belt making noises at 3,000 RPM's. I am running the car with the timming belt cover off and i can see the tensioner loosen and the belt loosenes up and vibrates on acceleration and decellaration in the 3,000 RPM range. It makes a loud chattering. If anyone can help it would be great. Oh and i also have a 92 z34 engine and wiring harness for sale. it has the 5 speed flywheel on it and its good. and i have a 94 gtp engine for sale for parts good crank,heads,carriers, ect..[/B]

[crazyd]

You have to get the DOHC tensioner pulley from the stealership or online at gmpartsdirect.com. Aftermarket doesn't make it.

[grandprixgtp_91]

sounds like you need the actuator not the tensioner pulley, the actuator is what keeps tension on the pulley so i would try that first.

Jake

[GPXSS]

if you cant find one at a dealer or whatever, i now have a spare actuator and pulley, pulled from a 130k mile engine.

[Coyote_Rage]

I found them at my local Advanced auto. I went through AutoZone(where I work) and we can't get them. Wanna hear something awful? set of 16 lifters 735 bucks from autozone. Advanced 64 for the whole set of 24... Try advanced.

[94GPGTP]

ok i will try that guys, and if i need that acuator ill let you know. Would the pulleys not being torqued down right cause it too?? what is the torque setting for all 3?? trying to eliminate the possible cause!! thanks guys

[grandprixgtp_91]

well as long as they are tight there shouldnt be a problem, im pretty sure the torque spec is 50 ft/lbs , but im not 100% i dont torque them to spec i just do it by hand until there tight.

Jake

[94GPGTP]

thanks jake!

[novastique]

735 bux for 16 lifters???!!!??? good flippin grief!!!!