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W113 Pagoda SL Group => General Discussion => Topic started by: n/a on September 05, 2004, 02:23:39

Title: Seized Idler Pulley!
Post by: n/a on September 05, 2004, 02:23:39

Well, I had a nasty surprise today.  Leaving Sf, my idler pulley seized up!  Has anyone else experienced this also, and is idler setup necessary if my A/C has been removed?  I guess if so, I need to buy a new idler pulley, hopefully, they are still available!

Title: Re: Seized Idler Pulley!
Post by: knirk on September 05, 2004, 06:12:01

If I remember correctly there are two standard ball bearings inside the pulley. I took them out and got new ones from a local store without even have to order them since they where standard size bearings. It was a very quick and easy job too.

Per G. Birkeland
69 280 sl aut 834
Norway

Title: Re: Seized Idler Pulley!
Post by: Benz Dr. on September 05, 2004, 09:57:47

Almost every bearing in the car is available through a local brearing dealer. Some of them like the RT rear wheel bearing are not easily obtained but most can be special ordered for next day delivery.
Internal engine bearings are not in this list - they're propietary.

Daniel G Caron

Title: Re: Seized Idler Pulley!
Post by: n/a on September 05, 2004, 11:08:22

Great information, thanks guys!