Enlight Posted May 13, 2015 Share Posted May 13, 2015 Hey everyone, after completing my timing belt job I've ironically gotten hung up on something that's really simple - I can't seem to get my new alternator belt onto the car. I ordered Gates part no. K050344 for the car and can't get it on even when the alternator is completely depressed. My car has a stock diameter Perrin LWCP. The Gates site recommends the same part number. Anyone have a clue what's going on? muFreight.co A JDM Container Sharing Service from Japan to NYC Website | Instagram | Email Bessie II's Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enlight Posted May 13, 2015 Author Share Posted May 13, 2015 FYI - I believe the correct Gates part no. is 5PK870. I will report when I receive the belt. muFreight.co A JDM Container Sharing Service from Japan to NYC Website | Instagram | Email Bessie II's Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travrach Posted May 14, 2015 Share Posted May 14, 2015 Is the CP the only one that was changed with LW? Not the alt pulley also? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enlight Posted May 14, 2015 Author Share Posted May 14, 2015 I'm the third owner of the car but reviewing the parts list I think the answer is no, not the alt pulley. It looked stock as well from what I remember. Why, did K050344 work for you? muFreight.co A JDM Container Sharing Service from Japan to NYC Website | Instagram | Email Bessie II's Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Max Capacity Posted May 14, 2015 Share Posted May 14, 2015 Run to the auto parts store and see what size Dayco belt fit's and how it matches your Gates. I've been running the same Dayco belts since Sept 20 2008 305,600miles 5/2012 ej257 short block, 8/2011 installed VF52 turbo, @20.8psi, 280whp, 300ftlbs. (SOLD). CHECK your oil, these cars use it. Engine Build - Click Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JJr Posted May 14, 2015 Share Posted May 14, 2015 K040332 on mine Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travrach Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 I'm the third owner of the car but reviewing the parts list I think the answer is no, not the alt pulley. It looked stock as well from what I remember. Why, did K050344 work for you? Yes, I have w/o issues: (NBH 25050344) BELT: alternator Napa also lists Bando belt (ATM 5PK875) as fitting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Enlight Posted May 15, 2015 Author Share Posted May 15, 2015 Yes, I have w/o issues: (NBH 25050344) BELT: alternator Napa also lists Bando belt (ATM 5PK875) as fitting. So K050344 did work for you? This is for the alternator and power steering? Weird. The belt that my car is using right now is Bando 5PK880 which I'm guessing is a slightly bigger circumference than 5PK875. It's a little too big actually and the nut on the tensioner is too close to the belt - though the belt may have stretched over time. Either way, my new belt is in the mail and I will report back after I attempt installing it. This is all kind of weird - maybe there's something about this car I'm not aware of. muFreight.co A JDM Container Sharing Service from Japan to NYC Website | Instagram | Email Bessie II's Thread Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
travrach Posted May 15, 2015 Share Posted May 15, 2015 ^ Yes & Yes, sorry I did write that confusingly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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