Idle Vibration
Postmaster
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 3,405
Likes: 0
Get a Ford OEM belt, the problem will go away. Be sure to tell them the right size. There are two of them, one is a tad bit smaller than the other, i went with the smaller one and it worked out perfect. The vibration was gone.
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 149
Likes: 0
From: Plano Texas
Originally Posted by bdrummonds
Check your tensioner pulleys for wear. I had the same problem last year and it finally turned into a squeeling. one of the bearings on one of the pulleys had finally let go. $80 for a Gates tensioner at Orielleys, and 10 minutes work and your done.
The pair on our tensioner are making no noise at all with and without the new belt on.
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 149
Likes: 0
From: Plano Texas
Upon further inspection of the fan it seems there's less than 3/8" play on the clutch when pressing side to side on the pivot/post. I'll replace the fan clutch Tuesday. I been suspect of the fan clutch for some time now as the last time it locked was back in July 2006 when it was 128 degrees in Phoenix.
Had both HPOP O-rings go and a tire failure that same week out there.
Had both HPOP O-rings go and a tire failure that same week out there.
Post Fiend
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 5,584
Likes: 0
From: Millbrook Alabama
Originally Posted by CHPMustang
How do you technically check the tensioner pulleys for wear besides looking at them and spinning them freely?
The pair on our tensioner are making no noise at all with and without the new belt on.
The pair on our tensioner are making no noise at all with and without the new belt on.
If its been that long since your fan clutch locked in, I would suspect it too.
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 149
Likes: 0
From: Plano Texas
Thanks for the tip on the pulleys Brandon
I picked up a Hayden 2837 fan clutch and new belt tensioner assembly in the event the clutch doesn't nip the problem.
Also picked up the clutch tool at the zone. I'll install it Weds morning. Crossing fingers we have it
I picked up a Hayden 2837 fan clutch and new belt tensioner assembly in the event the clutch doesn't nip the problem.
Also picked up the clutch tool at the zone. I'll install it Weds morning. Crossing fingers we have it
Post Fiend
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 5,584
Likes: 0
From: Millbrook Alabama
Originally Posted by CHPMustang
Thanks for the tip on the pulleys Brandon
I picked up a Hayden 2837 fan clutch and new belt tensioner assembly in the event the clutch doesn't nip the problem.
Also picked up the clutch tool at the zone. I'll install it Weds morning. Crossing fingers we have it
I picked up a Hayden 2837 fan clutch and new belt tensioner assembly in the event the clutch doesn't nip the problem.
Also picked up the clutch tool at the zone. I'll install it Weds morning. Crossing fingers we have it
Senior User
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 149
Likes: 0
From: Plano Texas
Most people don't know where Richardson is so I just say Dallas to keep it generallized
I have a A-zone store that opened recently and most of their rental tools are still in factory wrappers,the tool kit I got has the wrenches for any fan clutch including the 7.3L engine,I opened the case to be sure.
I think Izzy might make it to the Pulse HPOP install this Saturday which I'll get to meet him
I have a A-zone store that opened recently and most of their rental tools are still in factory wrappers,the tool kit I got has the wrenches for any fan clutch including the 7.3L engine,I opened the case to be sure.
I think Izzy might make it to the Pulse HPOP install this Saturday which I'll get to meet him
FTE Stories
Ford Trucks for Ford Truck Enthusiasts
AEV FXL Super Duty - the Super Duty Raptor Ford Doesn't Make
Brett Foote
Lobo Vs Lobo: Proof the F-150 Lobo Should Be Even Lower!
Michael S. Palmer
Ford's 2001 Explorer Sportsman Concept Looks For a New Home
Verdad Gallardo
10 Best Ford Truck Engines We Miss the Most!
Joe Kucinski
2026 Shelby F-150 Off-Road: Better Than a Raptor R?
Brett Foote
2027 Super Duty Carhartt Package First Look: 12 Things You NEED to Know!
Michael S. Palmer
10 Most Surprising 2026 Ford Truck Features!
Joe Kucinski
Top 10 Ford Trucks Coming to Mecum Indy 2026
Brett Foote
5 Best / 5 Worst Ford Truck Wheels of All Time
Joe Kucinski
Post Fiend
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 5,584
Likes: 0
From: Millbrook Alabama
Originally Posted by CHPMustang
Most people don't know where Richardson is so I just say Dallas to keep it generallized
I have a A-zone store that opened recently and most of their rental tools are still in factory wrappers,the tool kit I got has the wrenches for any fan clutch including the 7.3L engine,I opened the case to be sure.
I think Izzy might make it to the Pulse HPOP install this Saturday which I'll get to meet him
I have a A-zone store that opened recently and most of their rental tools are still in factory wrappers,the tool kit I got has the wrenches for any fan clutch including the 7.3L engine,I opened the case to be sure.
I think Izzy might make it to the Pulse HPOP install this Saturday which I'll get to meet him
"Honestly Honey, My HPOP went out when we got there, and this guy Bob just happened to have one
" " I was lucky enough he had time to help install it for me so i could get home and take you and the kids camping for spring break"Hey, it could happen.......
Posting Guru
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 1,146
Likes: 3
From: Bradenton FL
The autozone one fits pretty good im not sure its exactly the right tool but it says so. The fan comes off lefty loosey i think the opposite way it spins when its runnin.LOL
Make sure you have gloves and a long sleeve shirt on when you do it brandon, that fan will cut the #$%@ out of you
Make sure you have gloves and a long sleeve shirt on when you do it brandon, that fan will cut the #$%@ out of you
Posting Guru
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 1,768
Likes: 0
From: Central Alabama
Originally Posted by CHPMustang
Most people don't know where Richardson is so I just say Dallas to keep it generallized
Post Fiend
Joined: Sep 2006
Posts: 5,584
Likes: 0
From: Millbrook Alabama
Originally Posted by Benny2002
The autozone one fits pretty good im not sure its exactly the right tool but it says so. The fan comes off lefty loosey i think the opposite way it spins when its runnin.LOL
Make sure you have gloves and a long sleeve shirt on when you do it brandon, that fan will cut the #$%@ out of you
Make sure you have gloves and a long sleeve shirt on when you do it brandon, that fan will cut the #$%@ out of you
Me have big caveman hands, Hell, just rotating the tensioner to relieve belt pressure is a new adventure in pain with those blades.
Post Fiend
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 7,191
Likes: 4
From: Blairsville,Ga
Originally Posted by bdrummonds
Me have big caveman hands, Hell, just rotating the tensioner to relieve belt pressure is a new adventure in pain with those blades.
A long flex head ratchet makes belt adventures painless
Just put it in tensioner pull back and hook behind A/C pulley,do what is needed and release
