so it seems that since i've had my ps/ac belt off, the nut on the tensioner pulley fell off (i left it loose after i removed the belt and didn't realize the nut could eventually back itself off). does anyone know the size off hand or if i can easily find a replacement at home depot? i still have a good belt so i'd rather not bypass the pulley for now.

also in this pic it looks like there's 3 things on there. is it just 2 washers and a bolt? anythin special? thanks

Take the entire tensioner and throw it in the trash. Get a 5k490 belt and use the adjustment on the PS pump as your tensioner.

You'll be happier in the long run. trust me.

Originally posted by RoninEclipse2G
Take the entire tensioner and throw it in the trash. Get a 5k490 belt and use the adjustment on the PS pump as your tensioner. You'll be happier in the long run. trust me.

this

Agreed. Just get a 5 rib 490. The tensioner pulley is useless and prone to trouble.

mmm but a nut's cheaper than a new belt
T.T

i agree just use smaller belt, but if you really want one i will sell my whole tensioner for 40 shipped

well no one down here carries the belt, so i went looking for a replacement nut.

it's a 10mm 1.25

thanks for updating the thread w/ the info. good for future searches.