Supercharger Belt fitting

[stu(pid)]

Does anyone have a detailed explanation of how to fit a supercharger belt? If I get a smaller pulley (15%) for the supercharger, can I fit the old belt or is a new one advised - if so, standard length or smaller? Do I need a special tool to sort out the belt tensioner?
Sorry about so many questions!

[Dark Mini]

I have the Alta 15% smaller pulley and i'am running the standard belt.

[stu(pid)]

Ta for that guys. So it looks like the standard belt is fine. Any instructions of how to remove/fit the belt?

[jlm]

you need a special tool to release the tension, then you pin a hole in the tab at the the spring to hold it released. pay attention to the belt weave. if you know what you are doing 10 minute job, but iy is tight in there.

[Dark Mini]

Quote: Originally Posted by stu(pid)

Ta for that guys. So it looks like the standard belt is fine. Any instructions of how to remove/fit the belt?

Sorry mate, I didint do mine either.

But you can get it fitted for £60-£80

[LuckyRVA]

Helix installed mine. He pointed out that since the pully will be spinning faster than stock that the belt will need to be serviced faster than stock. As it will casue it to wear faster.



-Jason

[stu(pid)]

Does anyone know where to get a Belt Tensioner Tool in the UK. I see Mini Mania do one, but nothing on Mini Spares website.

[blackdogmini]

Helix did mine as well. Eric did it from under the car.