Holden fix for A/C belt throwing

[Rawyzf]

FYI - The shop I used charged 1.25hrs labor for the swap. So if you don't want to get frusterated with the install and have an extra $100, just have a shop do it.

Thank CP, can't wait to test her our and see that the AC belt will still be on!

[gtp6515]

This is a little bit of a pain. I have done well until I get to the recessed bolt behind the compressor. Any tips for getting at this one? Thanks for any advice or tips.

[hflores3]

i just installed my new bracket pulley set from Crazy Paul

it only took about 3 hours. a complete pain, but now i can go WOT without worrying about having to sweat afterwards

thanks Paul

Tried it once - could not the %$##$%^&^%$ off. Perhaps I need shallow swivel sockets to give me room. I had her up on jacks and was working from "through" the wheel well.

[hflores3]

FYI - The shop I used charged 1.25hrs labor for the swap. So if you don't want to get frusterated with the install and have an extra $100, just have a shop do it.

Thank CP, can't wait to test her our and see that the AC belt will still be on!

That's it? 1.25 hours of labor? Damn! That is great!

[Greg@PacePerformance]

I've only tossed my belt once with the stock bracket, but this is still a great deal from Paul. I checked my cost on the new bracket and it is more than Pauls shipped price.
Keep the great work and prices Paul!

[Crazy Paul]

This is a little bit of a pain. I have done well until I get to the recessed bolt behind the compressor. Any tips for getting at this one? Thanks for any advice or tips.

Try this thread for tips.
ForumVendors-=Crazy Paul's Holden Parts=-NEW Improved Holden A/C Belt Throwing Fix.
http://forum.grrrr8.net/showthread.php?t=24830

[courtroom19]

[QUOTESome folks are saying there's a TSB but I've never seen it posted anywhere. I don't have access to GM TSB's.
Only fitting time feedback I've had is with un-blown engines, 1Hr on a hoist.....4Hrs in a driveway.
Some of that will depend on skill level and size of hands 2009 Pontiac G8 | G8 Service Manual | Document ID: 2762265
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#PIP4750E: Belt Squeak Noise And/Or Crankshaft Balancer Appears To Wobble - (Feb 10, 2012)
Subject: Belt Squeak Noise and/or Crankshaft Balancer Appears to Wobble



Models: 2010-2012 Chevrolet Camaro SS

2011-2012 Chevrolet Caprice

2009-2012 Chevrolet Corvette

2008-2009 Pontiac G8

with 6.0L 6.2L Engine (RPOs L76 L77 L99, LS3, or LS7)

Nope that's not it.
We're looking for belt throwing & it will not apply to Camaro, 2011-2012 Caprice, or Corvette,

There is a newer/different one that just came out in October ( I think it was October.)
I don't have access to it anymore, but it was directly related to an upgraded tensioner. Strangely enough, I believe the Caprice was also listed, Possibly in error. Don't recall whether it listed the Camaro or not...

[Crazy Paul]

There is a newer/different one that just came out in October ( I think it was October.)
I don't have access to it anymore, but it was directly related to an upgraded tensioner. Strangely enough, I believe the Caprice was also listed, Possibly in error. Don't recall whether it listed the Camaro or not...

Caprice would be in error. Although it's a WM and not a VE, Caprice built after November 2009 would have the upgrade installed.
"All VE V8's from 6G1EP4EH2AL419681 19/11/09 production on incorporate this fix."

You can search bulletins by date or keyword (G8, belt, bracket, 92244381,92244378,92252927)
here or here:
http://sandyblogs.com/techlink/
http://www.archivedsites.com/techlink/

October 2012 : http://sandyblogs.com/techlink/wp-co...ink-2012-F.pdf

[Rosstron]

My G8 GT is in the shop right now because of throwing the A/C belt, which came off I suspect because of the harmonic balancer wobbling. I had to get my car towed because once I turned it off after the problem occurred and then tried to start it again, the car system diagnostics went through every alarm it could and left me with a big red X and a "Contact Dealer" message. The car entered a security lockout and wouldn't even give me my key back.
I can't wait to hear their diagnostic and the subsequent estimate... I really hope this is part of the 100k mile powertrain warranty.

[Crazy8]

My G8 GT is in the shop right now because of throwing the A/C belt, which came off I suspect because of the harmonic balancer wobbling. I had to get my car towed because once I turned it off after the problem occurred and then tried to start it again, the car system diagnostics went through every alarm it could and left me with a big red X and a "Contact Dealer" message. The car entered a security lockout and wouldn't even give me my key back.
I can't wait to hear their diagnostic and the subsequent estimate... I really hope this is part of the 100k mile powertrain warranty.

It's not part of the power train warranty. Some dealers have fixed it for free, but most will not. Buy the fix or it will happen again one day
Good luck!
** I was only referring to the AC belt, not the balancer.