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My '91 Exp with a 4.0 is in need of both idler and tensenor pullies. Can I remove the pully from the tensenor and replace it with a idler pully? What are my options? The dealer says I need to replace both tensenor and pully together. Thanks
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I don't think the tensior and pullies are that expensive. I replaced the idler pully when had a 94 mazda pick up and I think the pully was less than 40 bucks. It is easy to replace too.
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You shouldn't need to replace the tensioner. I have replaced several idler pullies on various makes and have never seen a tensioner that needed replacement. The only time I have replaced a tensioner is when the pulley is not available seperatly.
The pully doesn't cost that much, but the tensior cost about $70. I thought I would put a pully on the tensior and avoid the cost of the tensior. Thanks
on my 91, both pullies are identical. I could read the part number on the bearing itself. Used a 30 mm socket to press out the old bearing. Replaced with SKF 6203 2RSJEM from an industrial supply vendor. 15 minutes work and less than $5.00 altogether.