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Old 03-28-2008, 08:53 AM   #1
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new accessory belt too tight?

I bought a new belt and 2 new rollers as mine were noisy. The bearings were shot no doubt about it. After installing them, the noise actually increased! The belt was incredibly tight. I put the old belt back on and it the noise went back down. I didn't have that problem a few years back when I replaced it at 60k miles. My car is now 120k.

Has anyone experienced new belts being too tight? I might go use a different manufacturer now.

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Old 03-28-2008, 03:45 PM   #2
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What type of belt did you buy?
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Old 03-28-2008, 11:04 PM   #3
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original porsche part

I bought it from the dealer, and it was an original porsche part.
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Old 03-29-2008, 09:36 AM   #4
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But which original Porsche part?

What is the PN# for your belt? Check the belt or invoice.

There are two different belts, depending upon whether you have the M573 option - Air Conditioning or not.

Sounds to me like the Dealer gave you PN# 996.102.151.65 (non-AC belt, shorter), while you should have 996.102.151.64 (for AC, longer).

If you can measure the belt, you're looking for approx. 2,044-45mm or 80.5".

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