RE: [16v tech] timing belt tensioner

[Chris Coracini <Coracin@usdl.com>]

special tool is called "two nails and a screwdriver."  o-}>

chris
86 16V scirocco

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>From: 	Neal Tovsen[SMTP:ntovsen@piper.hamline.edu]
>Sent: 	Monday, February 08, 1999 1:44 AM
>To: 	Scirocco-L
>Subject: 	[16v tech] timing belt tensioner
>
>Where do I find the tool to adjust my timing belt tensioner, and what
>exactly is it called? A pin spanner? Is it something I have to get from the
>dealer? Is there a specific size, or are they adjustable? I've got the
>tensioner with the off-center nut that requires a wrench with two pins on it
>to pivot it to adjust the belt tension. I've been to Sears, PepBoys, and a
>couple of other tool stores, and no one's heard of anything like it. I've
>got a few for my bicycle, but I'm sure they're not nearly heavy enough for
>this job.
>
>I've got the other belts and pulleys off, and removed the lower cover, and
>it only cost me two knuckles' worth of skin!!!
>
>Neal
>
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