Parked for a while....water pump, But I have a question
 

I am at 80K miles, the water pump has a squeak...so time for a replacement. I have a genuine OEM pump and belt on hand along with a low temp thermostat....now to find the time;

Now to the question, Have most of you replaced the Tensioner/ Idler Pulleys when you do this ??

Thanks in Advance

Dwight

At 80k you could just replace them for peace of mind while you have it apart.
Might just save you a breakdown later on.

I didn't at WP/Thermo maintenance replacement around 85k.
BUT around 90k I replaced all pulleys as one started squealing/grinding

Do a coolant flush too, at the same time. You need about 3 gallons of Porsche coolant and 3 gallons of distilled water.

When I replaced my alternator, I took the tensioner apart and greased the bearing. It needed it!

The grease seal can be removed if you carefully use a dental pick or something similar to pry it out of the bearing.