Timing Belt Spring Tentioner Variations

[libarra82]

Hi all,

Did the spring tensioner have multiple variations? The one I have doesn't have the holes for the spanner tool. It's not easy getting good leverage with the spanner tool in the slots it does have, I ended up breaking a pin off the tool trying.

I was able to adjust by pressing counter clockwise on the roller bolt using a socket and wrench, is this ok? Could it potentially loosen the bolt by doing so.

Thanks

[michaelmount123]

i've always used the nut on the roller to back the tension off during assembly/disassembly. Yes, use a little care to avoid loosening the bolt, or at least make sure it's gutentite before the tensioner is installed. No special tools required.
MM

[libarra82]

Great! Thank you for confirming.