R50/53 Alta adjustable tensioner stop
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We don't recommend it as it won't allow the tensioner to move properly and adjust tension with different loads. If you watch your tensioner move you will see it swings back and forth depending on RPM and load. With the fixed shock it can't move like it is designed.
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WayMotorWorks (10-25-2017)
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Just a contrasting viewpoint: I have had that part installed on mine (with a 17% reduction supercharger pulley) for a few years and about 30k miles with no issues. I understand the objection to it that WMW raises. Just saying that it has worked well for me. Although I am intending to check/adjust it soon when I complete the engine work on my vehicle.
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Just a contrasting viewpoint: I have had that part installed on mine (with a 17% reduction supercharger pulley) for a few years and about 30k miles with no issues. I understand the objection to it that WMW raises. Just saying that it has worked well for me. Although I am intending to check/adjust it soon when I complete the engine work on my vehicle.
Wonder what was behind Alta making the part? Years back there were all types of parts made to keep the tensioner together if the shock broke, had one myself but they are no longer available.
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Tomb, did you ever buy anything? I’ve had the second part, the strap. It vibrated to pieces in a year or so and was noisy in the process, do not recommend. I’m looking into the first part, the adjustable tensioner stop, because I’m tired of the shock leaking and dying so darn quickly, and then the pulley bounces all over, and then you’re in for another $100+ tensioner assembly.
So, does anybody else have experience with the Alta adjustable tensioner stop?
Thanks!
So, does anybody else have experience with the Alta adjustable tensioner stop?
Thanks!
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Tomb, did you ever buy anything? I’ve had the second part, the strap. It vibrated to pieces in a year or so and was noisy in the process, do not recommend. I’m looking into the first part, the adjustable tensioner stop, because I’m tired of the shock leaking and dying so darn quickly, and then the pulley bounces all over, and then you’re in for another $100+ tensioner assembly.
So, does anybody else have experience with the Alta adjustable tensioner stop?
Thanks!
So, does anybody else have experience with the Alta adjustable tensioner stop?
Thanks!
Last edited by Tombstone; 09-17-2018 at 08:40 PM.
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Haha, I knew I had to reply to this when I saw someone had bumped it.
So you know how before I said that I installed it and was having no issues?
Well, a few months ago, my car developed an annoying and puzzling rattle above 4200ish rpms. Turns out it was the ALTA tensioner. So that is gone now.
I guess I would say: skip it. This is one place that stock is better.
So you know how before I said that I installed it and was having no issues?
Well, a few months ago, my car developed an annoying and puzzling rattle above 4200ish rpms. Turns out it was the ALTA tensioner. So that is gone now.
I guess I would say: skip it. This is one place that stock is better.
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If you just need the shock for the belt tensioner we offer them and it's a cheap fix, much more affordable and easy to install.
https://www.waymotorworks.com/superc...k-r52-r53.html
https://www.waymotorworks.com/superc...k-r52-r53.html
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If you just need the shock for the belt tensioner we offer them and it's a cheap fix, much more affordable and easy to install.
https://www.waymotorworks.com/superc...k-r52-r53.html
https://www.waymotorworks.com/superc...k-r52-r53.html
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WayMotorWorks (09-22-2018)
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If you just need the shock for the belt tensioner we offer them and it's a cheap fix, much more affordable and easy to install.
https://www.waymotorworks.com/superc...k-r52-r53.html
https://www.waymotorworks.com/superc...k-r52-r53.html
Too bad your tensioner stops are both not currently available. Now that I know my car doesn't have one (since removing the ALTA one), I kinda feel exposed.
Also, installation instructions for the shock? Askiles says it's easy peasy... how easy peasy?
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So I guess I should just follow instructions to remove the whole tensioner then? Might as well do it right if I'm gonna try to do it at all .
WMW, before I order the tensioner shock, would you also recommend I order that little bushing set? And I guess I should get the tool as well?
WMW, before I order the tensioner shock, would you also recommend I order that little bushing set? And I guess I should get the tool as well?
If you are replacing the shock with ours complete replacement you don't need the new delrin bushings as the shock will come with new rubber bushings in it already.
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Thanks so much for the reply, WMW! I'll order the shock from you guys right now.
Btw, I am enjoying your race cam, but I still need to get my tune dialed in a bit to take full advantage. It dies at red lights from time to time and I want to get my throttle response tightened up. Meeting with my tuner again on Wednesday to talk about it. But once the car is rolling it pulls nicely!
Btw, I am enjoying your race cam, but I still need to get my tune dialed in a bit to take full advantage. It dies at red lights from time to time and I want to get my throttle response tightened up. Meeting with my tuner again on Wednesday to talk about it. But once the car is rolling it pulls nicely!
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WayMotorWorks (09-24-2018)
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You don't need the belt tool to change the shock only. Just a 13mm wrench as the shock can just come off the tensioner through the wheel well.
If you are replacing the shock with ours complete replacement you don't need the new delrin bushings as the shock will come with new rubber bushings in it already.
If you are replacing the shock with ours complete replacement you don't need the new delrin bushings as the shock will come with new rubber bushings in it already.
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Tomb, did you ever buy anything? I’ve had the second part, the strap. It vibrated to pieces in a year or so and was noisy in the process, do not recommend. I’m looking into the first part, the adjustable tensioner stop, because I’m tired of the shock leaking and dying so darn quickly, and then the pulley bounces all over, and then you’re in for another $100+ tensioner assembly.
So, does anybody else have experience with the Alta adjustable tensioner stop?
Thanks!
So, does anybody else have experience with the Alta adjustable tensioner stop?
Thanks!
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