in the middle of timing belt swap, need help

[2.5-12]

the Slush-o-matic sprayed ATF all over and had a bit of a coolant gasm when she started up, next up:

remove slushbox, replace with proper Getrag 260

remove 3.73 and replace with proper rebuilt S3.73 that is waiting patiently on the shelf.

[Sagaris]

congrats on the successful timing belt change. You need to document your trans swap real well so I have yet another guide to consult when I do mine :)

[nando]

you really don't need to remove the radiator for the t-belt change. I never have.. saves a lot of time, especially with an automatic.

at least now we know why it takes you longer to do a t-belt than a clutch job.

[2.5-12]

you really don't need to remove the radiator for the t-belt change. I never have.. saves a lot of time, especially with an automatic.

at least now we know why it takes you longer to do a t-belt than a clutch job.

I convinced myself it was time to put in the Getrag that has been sitting next to my car, it was just too lonely looking. also, time to put in the S3.73 :)

[2.5-12]

congrats on the successful timing belt change. You need to document your trans swap real well so I have yet another guide to consult when I do mine :)

I took 40 pics or so: http://picasaweb.google.com/EMTtech/ICTimingBeltChange# sand down the contacts on the Distro cap -- made a world of difference. the tensioner was the only even remotely confusing part of the swap.

[2.5-12]

I started early on the 525 belt (motivated and dyno took less time)

I got through the first bits no problem, I am stuck on that toothed gear on the crank. I have doused it in PB blaster, pryed it from the back and tapped (as hard as I can with 1" of working space) it with a hammer. nothing, doesnt budge.

any clever tricks? I left it sitting with a shop towel soaked in PB blaster on it and I'll try prying it again tomorrow but I would like to know if anyone has advice.

[2.5-12]

525i timing belt done, thanks all.

2 to go. 85 B27, 89 B25.

[2.5-12]

89 B25 done as well, took lots of pictures, the belt on that 89 was very nearly toasted. cracked to hell. I'm amazed the BMW branded belt didnt say made in east Germany on it.

[nando]

you mean West Germany? ;)

[2.5-12]

you mean West Germany? ;)

yes, ooops :oops:

[Farbin Kaiber]

Yes, a headset wrench works wonders for fan clutches, and it's usually way cheaper than a specific auto tool anyway.