hondapimp125

hi guys,

so heres the deal i just got my b20 with built ls head back together and went to time it today heres what happened...
-aligned all my marks
-using brand new honda crv timing belt
-using semi new belt tensioner
-get the belt on, turn it over by hand and the belt jumps on the crankshaft pulley every time..

I can't figure out why it keeps jumping off the pulley so anyone who can help its very much appreciated!

** I'm also running a 19tooth water pump which is the ls water pump i believe**

bluejcivic

did you try pushing the tensioner up to take up the slack and tighten it.

hondapimp125

yes i already tried that mutiple times

bluejcivic

double check the part number on that belt. maybe they gave you the wrong one.

V-SPEC 1

pictures would help too.

hondapimp125

yeah very doubtful that they gave me the wrong one, but a possibility i guess.

yes i'll post some pics tonight..

one guy told me i need a gsr timing belt??

sleepencivic

when you tensioned the belt did you turn motor 3 teeth counter clock wise then tighten the tensioner? This is what sets the tension on the belt!

hondapimp125

no I didnt do that!
i was unaware that was neccesary.
I'll try that tonight when i get home an leave an update

hondapimp125

thank you so much bro!!!!
timing is perfect now

sleepencivic

no problem...glad to help. do this on all b series and d series motors and you will be golden. still check the timing by rotating the engine 2 or 3 revolutions and check again.

teaks92hb

good info sleep! I'll remember that also, may explain why my LS ran like poop!!