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Old Sep 23, 2011 | 05:39 PM
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My 01 Z needs belts..

First off what belts do you guys recomend parts store belts, AC Delco, or Gatorbacks??


Second can they be changed with out a lift. Have really looked at it yet.

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I used stock belts and changed idler and tensioner at the same time. Got them from Gene at GM Parts House.
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I used stock belts and changed idler and tensioner at the same time. Got them from Gene at GM Parts House.


Funny that you mention that I am not 100% sure that it is the belt.. What did you pay for the belts, idler and tensioner?

How can I tell if it is the belts or the idler or tensioner that is making the noise??
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replaced belts and tensioners with daycos from advance 5K miles ago and never chirped once. changed them in the driveway.
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Old Sep 25, 2011 | 09:48 PM
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Originally Posted by skeeters65
Funny that you mention that I am not 100% sure that it is the belt.. What did you pay for the belts, idler and tensioner?

How can I tell if it is the belts or the idler or tensioner that is making the noise??
You can spray water on the belts and they should quiet.. Also, you
can use a hose like a stethoscope and listen to the idlers/belts for noise.
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