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Offline RalphARoni

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Questions about timing belt water pump replacement
« on: November 06, 2019, 03:58:24 PM »
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 So past couple of days I worked on replacing the timing belt , water pump and some other parts to male it as reliable as possible.  In the process I found the radiator kind of crumbly and ordered another.
I had bought this kit which was specifically for my year and model of Tracker.

 https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B007P723B0/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

 I did have to pull the old studs off of the old pump which was unexpected but not a problem but I found that the new belt was narrower than the old and 1/8" narrower than the pulleys. It was the correct length. Just narrower. Is that right? Should I send it back and get another?  I have a 1996 1.6l 16v auto trans 4wd.
 The other thing I ran into is that the timing cover is a bit chewed up. The lower belt pulley has been rubbing on it for a while. The cover seems to be installed correctly and I can't imagine shimming the accessories and the pulley (balancer) out to get clearance so I don't have a problem with letting it continue to make it's own clearance unless you guys foresee any problem.

PS: It runs!!! :o :o :o ;D
'96 Geo Tracker 2 dr auto 4wd 15" wheels, 23" tires, named "GT" and towed behind the motorhome

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Re: Questions about timing belt water pump replacement
« Reply #1 on: November 06, 2019, 04:05:06 PM »
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'96 Geo Tracker 2 dr auto 4wd 15" wheels, 23" tires, named "GT" and towed behind the motorhome

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Re: Questions about timing belt water pump replacement
« Reply #2 on: November 06, 2019, 08:43:35 PM »
Look closely at the belt cover - the edge where it meets the block, you'll probably find some soft black "rubber" inserts that look like they seal against the block - they are swollen from exposure to oil and pushing the cover out so it rubs the pulleys - either trim them with a sharp knife or take them out & throw them away.  You should be fine with the narrower belt.
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Re: Questions about timing belt water pump replacement
« Reply #3 on: November 07, 2019, 03:53:38 PM »
Thanks! I pulled the cover off and did find the rubber seal swelled and sticking out. I used a sharp knife to trim it close to the cover channel and all is well. Simple.
'96 Geo Tracker 2 dr auto 4wd 15" wheels, 23" tires, named "GT" and towed behind the motorhome