what happens when serpitine belt snaps while driving
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what happens when serpitine belt snaps while driving
Well i got a worn belt and a tensioner that needs replaced. Parts are in the mail on the way. But i still got to get back and forth to work till they show up. So i Was just wondering what would happend if my belt snapped or jumped off while i was driving. I know my alt, water pump, a\c and power steering would go out but that dont sound to bad. But theres a few pullys that i dont know what they control. Is it anything thatll cause major damage like a crankshaft or somthing along them lines?
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well they wanted almost $80 for the tensioner and about 50 for the belt. But i found them both on jcwhitney for $50 with free shipping, couldnt pass it up! Parts should be here within the week and if it does pop off or snap(the belt itself aint in horrible shape, more worried bout the tension giving out) then im definetly gonna stop, so i shouldnt have to worry about the overheating thing!(all country roads)
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That's a little high. $67 at AZ, not counting mfg rebate.
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Hope it lasts. AZ one has mfg rebate as well. And brand of belt makes a difference in squealing....
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well i dont know alot, but i can safely say the louder it squeals, the worst its getting.lol and if you look closely at the belt, you'll notice that itll start to get cracks through it. which aint a good sign!(easier to inspect if you take it off) As far as the tensioner goes, i noticed mine was bad when i took off the belt and went to put it back on I had to tighten it back manually. it should be spring loaded which means as soon as you let pressure off the wrench it snaps back to the original position. hope this helps!
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That ws my biggest concern, Ive always went with napa, but im kinda on a tight budget right now. but i heard good things about the "OE Replacement brand". I guess there only one way to know for sure right!