Two Questions about my 2000 L
 

1) What's the labor in hours to replace the super-charger belt? I think I hear it slipping when I nail it.

2) How hard is it to install the (outside) drivers door handle with a 04 version that has the programed buttons?

It takes about thirty seconds and a 1/2 drive ratchet.

As for belt slip, changing the belt may help a tad, for awhile, but getting 100mm idlers (to replace the stock 90mm) can help. But the best way to minimize belt slip (other than getting a cog setup) is to get a Magnum Powers idler bracket.

The MP setup is better than any other Metco style of idler bracket setup because the MP idler bracket wraps the belt on the snout pulley from the proper side.

The MP wraps the belt from the drive side of the pulley, instead of wrapping it on the release side of the supercharger pulley like the Metco bracket does.

Here ya go:

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NOTE: RH side shown, LH side similar.

1. Remove the front door trim panel. For additional information, refer to Section 501-01.

1. Position the watershield aside.

1. Remove the parts in the order indicated in the following illustration and table.

1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.

Item 1: Lock Cylinder Actuating Rod Removal Note</I>

1. If equipped, release the actuating rod from the lock cylinder.

Item 2: Exterior Door Handle Actuating Rod Removal Note

1. Open the clip and release the actuating rod from the front door latch.

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Item 5: Front Door Latch Removal Note

1. Release the actuating cable locator.

Item 11: Exterior Front Door Handle Removal Note

1. If equipped, disconnect the keyless entry keypad electrical connector and disconnect the harness channel from the door.

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Item 11: Exterior Front Door Handle Installation Note

1. If equipped, connect the keyless entry keypad electrical connector and install the harness channel in the door.

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Item 5: Front Door Latch Installation Note

1. Transfer components as necessary.

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Hope that helps.

Stewart

Fantastic reply (as alwas)........... Many Thanks!!

I see that the idler bracket pulley is here at:
http://www.magnumpowers.com/light_access.php

But it looks like they don't sell direct, can you suggest a supplier for this?

Thanks Again
Stewart

I'd keep an eye on the classified threads at NLOC and SVT Performance for used one if you want to save a few coins.

If not, I know JDM used to sell them, I'm not sure if he still does.

I'll have to check around to see which Lightning vendors have these.

Stewart