(Part 2) Best belts, hoses & pulleys according to redditors

I know exactly what it is because it’s happened to me and it happened to a classmate a few months back. Check the intake hose that connects to the throttle body. Mine had a huge gaping crack and my classmate’s was clean cut through. Replaced it with a 30 dollar part on amazon. Check minute 1 in this video. and here is the part you need. .

Bad idea based on my research the Gates stuff is sub par. I used Amazon to search the OEM subaru part numbers and was able to put together the entire kit of OE parts minus the water pump and gasket. Bought those two items from dealer. Still only ended up in for 600 bucks I think. Radiator, thermostat, all gaskets, all hoses, belt, tensioner, idlers, water pump, etc.... everything OE Subaru. Did the job myself. Runs like a top with 225k miles now still. The Amazon seller is SubaruPartsOnline if you want to compare. I know the water pump and gasket especially I was told by people who know that the Gates stuff is China junk. The OE pump and metal gasket is what will last.

[Timing Kit](Genuine OEM Subaru Timing Belt & TENSIONER KIT Forester Impreza SOHC 2.5 1999-2005 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01HP5F700/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ZTxRBbWGRSHVG)

[Thermostat Kit](Genuine Subaru Thermostat & Gasket Kit 21200AA072 21236AA010 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DWG0XXM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_KVxRBbQ6VH4XC)

https://www.amazon.com/Serpentine-Tensioner-Pulley-Assembly-Ranger/dp/B01N4E8WD3 would this be the one you're looking for bud?

Fuel injection line clamps, my friend...

You are living in the pinball techs dream world! Off the route and into a nice office space for full tear down work. You live in the Pacific NW by any chance?

Do you have a tool that you use that wouldn't normally be seen as a pinball repair tool? I have found that a set of automotive hose removal pieces are incredibly useful in more ways than I could even describe. https://www.amazon.com/ABN-Hook-Pick-5-Piece-Set/dp/B071JVYFD2/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1543433191&sr=8-5&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=hose+removal+tool&dpPl=1&dpID=41adxK8G6GL&ref=plSrch

I’m not familiar with that specific junction, but I’ve made a lot of various intake setups over the years, including forced induction ones. Silicone couplers and worm gear (or ideally constant tension) clamps usually do the job.

However, while one would definitely fit onto the throttle body, I’m not sure what the tube going to the throttle body looks like, and so whether one could be put on there. Do you have photo?

EDIT: Possibly this part is a direct replacement? Again, not familiar with that engine specifically.

The White parts are two nylon/derlin spacers. You can find these at homedepot locally but shouldn't need replacing.

Take it apart, turn the bearing, is it damaged or can you just oil it? If this doesnt fix it then either replace the bearing (long wait time from china) or buy the right size. It's more than likely a 10mm long GT2 smooth pulley

10mm Thick Version
https://www.amazon.com/BALITENSEN-Smooth-Passive-Toothless-Printer/dp/B079DMNDBQ

6mm Thick Version
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071KK6Z8X/

Measure the thickness, and the bore size.

Under all that stupid plastic I bet it’s just a .250 spade connector. Do you have a picture of the male side?

Is this it? https://www.ebay.com/itm/Genuine-Toyota-Horn-Connector-F-90980-10619-/183287670500

Or this? https://www.amazon.com/Automobile-connector-harness-terminal-DJ7018Y-6-3-21/dp/B071RL8L8P

Possibly an SM2.54 connector?

Looks custom made using these connectors. If you have an existing damaged cable, you create a new one fairly easily.

I got them on amazon

3 O-Ring Gaskets for Ford F150... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07JCSTFVY?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

But I believe ford sells them too.

Yeah that is a decent price for a new tail light. I usually get my parts (ones that aren't for offroading) from Rock Auto, Amazon, Napa, or Advanced Auto Parts. Always google the part store name and "promo code". For example Advanced Auto Parts usually has a 25% or 30% off promo code. RockAuto always has a 5% off promo code floating around.

Here is the link to Rock Auto for 04 Liberty Parts
http://www.rockauto.com/en/catalog/jeep,2004,liberty,3.7l+v6,1434760

Some example promo codes
https://www.retailmenot.com/view/advanceautoparts.com

 

Here is the 2003 Factory Service Manual. This will tell you everything down to how tight each bolt should be.

http://colorado4wheel.com/manuals/Jeep/KJ/2003JeepKJServiceManual.pdf

Here is the 2004 Parts Fiche.

http://colorado4wheel.com/manuals/Jeep/KJ/04kj_PARTS_FICHE.pdf

03-04 are nearly identical. 2002s have a different transmission. 2005 and up has a different front bumper. I believe 06-07 they introduced traction control. 2002-2012 all have the same engine if it's the v6.

 

For the belt I suggest the brand Gates. I believe Napa carries them, Rock Auto and Amazon does too. The specific part number should be GATES K060863.

https://www.amazon.com/Gates-K060863-Multi-V-Groove-Belt/dp/B000C2WKHC/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1518715101&sr=1-1&keywords=GATES+K060863

http://www.rockauto.com/en/moreinfo.php?pk=4292&cc=1434760

At Napa they like to rebrand the parts with their logo but it's the same belt from Gates.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/NBG25060863?interchange=1

I usually run Gates products for things like this, water pump, radiator hoses, etc so I haven't used a Goodyear Gatorback belt but I've heard they are very high quality too.

One thing to keep in mind is depending on the mileage and if it's ever been replaced before the belt tensioner usually needs to be replaced around 100,000-120,000 miles.

This is what the tensioner looks like.
https://www.amazon.com/Gates-39120-Belt-Tensioner/dp/B00A161T3A/ref=pd_bxgy_263_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B00A161T3A&pd_rd_r=SGFA6N7WMVZ12PFAWGKR&pd_rd_w=fZfSR&pd_rd_wg=K5qYC&psc=1&refRID=SGFA6N7WMVZ12PFAWGKR

It's only held on with the one center bolt in the picture. You can also see how it works a bit better from this picture. If you notice the bottom pulley is on an arm. Inside the middle of the tensioner is a spring that keeps this arm pushed out pushing the pulley into the belt to keep it tight. When you're removing your belt you're just using the wrench for leverage to move this arm. The spring inside them gets weaker over time and eventually will let the belt slip. You'll know if this happens as its a loud squeek. If you go here they have an example of it. http://mycarmakesnoise.com/under-the-car/belts-pulleys/

I think this will solve your problem!
https://www.amazon.com/quirky-Portable-Power-Switch-VSF-WH01/dp/B074CWBTPT

Don't do this. You will lose torque. Buy the intake manifold tube for like $80, it is a noticeable (albeit slight) improvement and gives a nice sound. It's been dyno'd at 4~ hp by several folks on the forums. I noticed a faster throttle, and a bigger smile. https://www.amazon.ca/6cyl-Silicone-Intake-Inlet-Upgrade/dp/B06Y1TTW4Y

Some folks have had issues with the mishimoto one, I have one by revmotoring. This is a 15min install.

Also please see for a aluminum one , Water Hose Fitting Replace 11537541992 11537544638 for BMW N54 N52 335i By TOPEMAI https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K17QRVR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_GIAxCbG5X45F6

I replaced:

1. driver and passenger side valve cover gaskets
   
   
2. driver side valve cover (FINDAUTO Valve Cover 13264-EA210... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Y1Q3C5Z?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share ) (because I broke my original one trying to replace spark plug hole seals)....I recommend replacing both valve covers because those center seals are probably cooked if you’re anywhere near 100k+ miles—and they’re non-serviceable on the frontier’s cheesy plastic valve covers.
   
   
3. all 1-6 spark plugs (check that your ignition coils are also good while you have them out.)
   
   
4. Air plenum and throttle body gaskets (you can get them both as a kit) Vincos Upper Intake/Plenum Gasket... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PKQBLM1?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
   
   
5. Air filter: Bosch Workshop Air Filter 5486WS... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00VC1Q0Q4?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
   
   
6. Engine air cleaner intake duct (mine were cracked): Engine Air Cleaner Intake Duct... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K7V2ZX6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
   
   
7. Pcv Tube (I might be misnomering this part)— (breather tube between the two valve covers. Mine was completely dry rotted) Part No.: 11826-EA200 nissanpartsdeal.com
   
   
8. Two intake valve timing control gaskets (p/n 23797-ZA000 nissanpartsdeal.com)—mine were cashed and you have to take the air Plenum off to replace the passenger side one, so you might as well do it while your Plenum is off. You have to remove these valve control modules to remove the valve covers anyway, so replacing their gaskets is a no-brainer.
   
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9. My next project is to replace my oil cooler gasket:
   
   MAHLE Original B32573 Engine Oil... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0184JRWN6?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
   
   Mine is pissing oil.
   
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   I also replaced my number 3 ignition coil. Mine was bad. A mechanic did that one for me. It’s a pisser. 🤦🏻‍♂️
   
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   If you need a good low-force torque wrench, I recommend this: TEKTON TRQ21101 1/4-Inch Drive... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M12284X?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
   
   It’s only 1/4” drive, but it works very well. High quality.

AN fuel line clamps make for awesome water line separators

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L4DF9HH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_tai_0qI4CbJXJ6AF9

Something I always did on any carb engine.

I put an inline filter just before the carb and carried a couple with me. If I needed a replacement it could happen in a matter of minutes and I didn’t have to worry about trash in the carb.

filter example

Just an FYI about those cheap catch cans, they come with really shitty tubing I went ahead and picked up some of this:
3/8" tube size

1/2" tube

I used a good bit of this tube to get the position I wanted, still have to relocate the turbo side one to somewhere besides by the battery it gets way too hot around where I have it.

That's a load of information - thank you so much!

So basically if the mechanic place tells me the serpentine belt needs to be replaced. [I can buy this one you linked] (https://www.amazon.com/Gates-K060863-Multi-V-Groove-Belt/dp/B000C2WKHC/ref=sr_1_1?s=automotive&ie=UTF8&qid=1518715101&sr=1-1&keywords=GATES+K060863) and put that one on like in the video you sent before?