pulleys.... worth it or not?

slow98 · 01-19-2002, 03:30 PM

i am lookin into purchasing some pulleys, i have heard good and bad things about all different brands, i was curious what you guys have experienced with them, most recommend the steeda pulleys, which are about 50 bucks more that the others, i hear march makes a good product,bbk i havent heard to much about, what is you guys recomendation.... also i was wondering about the alternater pulley, will this give my car any problems charging? or will i have dim lights for the rest of my days...ive also heard stories of over heating... is this a common problem and is it associated with the water pump pulley? any help would be greatly appreciated .... thanks

black281 · 01-19-2002, 03:53 PM

I have the Steeda Pullies on my car. The steeda pullies are the way to go because they also include a harmonic balancer. I installed them about 5 months ago and I can honestly say I have had no problems or side effects with them. No dimming lights or heating issues, and the charging system works fine. They did provide a noticeable gain and the car seemed to rev up much easier. I'd say you should get them.

Ares · 01-19-2002, 07:48 PM

I run the BBk pulleys. I will be switching to the Steeda's since the crank pulley is one piece and is SFI approved. No problems been encountered yet.

91LX2Bfast · 01-19-2002, 10:31 PM

I have had the MAC pulleys for 5 months now, and like the others, I have had no problems.

Carparts.com has the March pulleys for only $58.99. Just type in part # for 1150. You can also save another 10% by typing in coupon code "SAVE10."
For that price, I can't see how someone could pass it up. ....You know what, I think I am going to order up a set for my brother's Mustang right now, lol.

slow98 · 01-19-2002, 11:34 PM

hey guys, just wanted to say thanks for the info, i think im gonna go ahead and order...has anyone here added the msd ignition for the 4.6 with good results?i have been seeing alot of different ignition systems in the mags claming 15 + hp, but im sure by now we all know how the claim thing goes, but if anyone has added let me know, i think i might order 3 or 4 sets of those pulleys from carparts.com .... thats insane.... thanks

StoplightWarrior · 01-20-2002, 01:52 AM

The pulleys are definitely worth it.

There is NO way you're going to see a 15+ gain from ignition on a NA car. MAYBE with a blower you'd see a big gain. Your money at this point is best spent elsewhere..*cough* gears *cough*

slow98 · 01-21-2002, 08:24 PM

yes, ive already got 3.73 and they helped out alot , more than anything ive added yet, my current mods and the gears,C&L maf,offroad h pipe, flowmaster cat back and a steeda triax, thanks for the suggestions though, anymore advise would be appreciated

GCMustang · 01-23-2002, 11:27 AM

I couldn't find those March pulleys on carpart's site. I'll keep looking.

But I think I am going with the Steeda pulleys, for two reasons. SFI approved damper - worthwhile peace of mind. And... the Steeda timing adjuster doesn't work with the March Underdrive pulleys, so if I decide to go with the TA in the future, I'll need to buy the Steeda pulleys anyway.

slow98 · 01-24-2002, 11:27 PM

i know this is probably a dumb question but can you tell me why the timing adjuster wont work with the march pulleys? i am gonna go ahead and order the steedas im just curios as to why the adjuster wont work, also on more question, would a chip not serve the same purpose of the timing adjuster if it bumps up timing or is the adjuster just so you can adjust to new mods and running conditions?thanks

GCMustang · 01-28-2002, 12:36 PM

Actually, I'm not sure exactly why they don't fit. That is actually just hearsay, so check with March or Steeda. But I'm pretty sure the March pulleys are stamped steel bolt ons, and since the Steeda timing adjuster bolts on to the damper, there would not be enough clearance. Double check on that, though.

Yes, though, a chip is actually a better way of adjusting timing. Setting the base timing using a Steeda T/A is a good way to pick up some hp, but especially with non - nat/asp cars, a chip is a better way to go.

slow98 · 01-29-2002, 09:19 PM

for those who have the steeda pulleys.... i know some pulley kits come with the new belt if it is shorter, do the steeda pulleys come with a belt and if not do they tell you what length to purchase? and were through the power band are the gains most noticable? thanks

Red Mustang Gt 46 · 02-03-2002, 07:28 AM

Use the stock belt, you will feel most of the SOTP in the upper RPM's...(pull). Don't waste your $$$ on an ignition, your stock EDIS coils are putting out more than enough volts.

98 NosStang · 02-03-2002, 06:13 PM

Go with the steeda pullies, i had them on my car for like 3 months, and no problems, i also have a 650 watt sound system in the car and they gave me no problem electrical wise or over heating...you will notice the difference when you get em in....I am Selling my steeda pullies for 120.00 plus shipping.. it will come out to like 130.00.....if any of you are interested ... i had to take them off when i went with the vortech blower and removed the Nos system. Tony

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98 NosStang · 02-03-2002, 06:44 PM

The steeda pullies i have are off of a 1998 mustang gt...xasiks107x@aol.comxasiks107x@aol.com

slow98 · 02-05-2002, 08:07 PM

if the pulleys use the stock belt how are the pullyes gonna be any smaller than the stock ones and still work right?is the tensioner adjustable?also i know that pulley help by free not dragging the motor down as much but if the belt is the same length how does that help any, does the water pump and alternator cause that much drag, well enough to make a differance any way

sorry if i seem like a moron, but gotta learn somehow

Red Mustang Gt 46 · 02-06-2002, 07:09 AM

The damper is smaller than stock + the water pump pulley is larger = stock length belt. The alternator pulley slightly larger. The tensioner is adjustable...any HP for the 96-98 mod is worth $159.00. If you have doubts, I've had mine since 98 when Steeda was putting their label on ASP products...no problems with electric or overheating...EVER. Good luck

By the way...Steeda for your application.

01-19-2002, 03:30 PM	#1
slow98 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: draper,va,us Posts: 206	pulleys.... worth it or not? i am lookin into purchasing some pulleys, i have heard good and bad things about all different brands, i was curious what you guys have experienced with them, most recommend the steeda pulleys, which are about 50 bucks more that the others, i hear march makes a good product,bbk i havent heard to much about, what is you guys recomendation.... also i was wondering about the alternater pulley, will this give my car any problems charging? or will i have dim lights for the rest of my days...ive also heard stories of over heating... is this a common problem and is it associated with the water pump pulley? any help would be greatly appreciated .... thanks __________________ 1998 mustang gt/manual..373s,bbk offroad h pipe,flowmaster cat back,c&l 80 mm maf,steeda triax,eibach springs,steeda ud pulleys,upr timing adjuster,screamon demos coil packs,motorsports 9mm plug wires,steea aluminum lca's,steeda heavy duty uca's and just over 100 k on the clock

01-19-2002, 03:53 PM	#2
black281 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2001 Location: Cleveland Posts: 12	I have the Steeda Pullies on my car. The steeda pullies are the way to go because they also include a harmonic balancer. I installed them about 5 months ago and I can honestly say I have had no problems or side effects with them. No dimming lights or heating issues, and the charging system works fine. They did provide a noticeable gain and the car seemed to rev up much easier. I'd say you should get them. __________________ Black 2000 GT C&L 80mm MAF Pro 5.0 Steeda Underdrives and T/A Steeda Subframe Connectors Nitto Drags 275/40

01-19-2002, 07:48 PM	#3
Ares Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Saxonburg, PA, USA Posts: 236	I run the BBk pulleys. I will be switching to the Steeda's since the crank pulley is one piece and is SFI approved. No problems been encountered yet. __________________ Ed.. My Mustangs webpage NMRA M/M 7222 2000 Mustang GT - 5 speed Race weight w/o driver 3086lbs, 3250 w/ driver Best 1/4mile run to date: 12.79@105.96, 60' 1.76sec.(10-27-02) Best MPH 106.03(10-27-02)4.10gears

01-19-2002, 10:31 PM	#4
91LX2Bfast Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Warrington, PA Posts: 694	I have had the MAC pulleys for 5 months now, and like the others, I have had no problems. Carparts.com has the March pulleys for only $58.99. Just type in part # for 1150. You can also save another 10% by typing in coupon code "SAVE10." For that price, I can't see how someone could pass it up. ....You know what, I think I am going to order up a set for my brother's Mustang right now, lol. __________________ '97 T-bird LX 4.6L 2V, auto SVO heads/intake, Vortech T-trim, front mounted intercooler, blower cams, Cobra crank, Manley H-beam rods, JE pistons, Aeromotive fuel system w/ 42# injectors, and much more No times yet

01-19-2002, 11:34 PM	#5
slow98 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: draper,va,us Posts: 206	thanks hey guys, just wanted to say thanks for the info, i think im gonna go ahead and order...has anyone here added the msd ignition for the 4.6 with good results?i have been seeing alot of different ignition systems in the mags claming 15 + hp, but im sure by now we all know how the claim thing goes, but if anyone has added let me know, i think i might order 3 or 4 sets of those pulleys from carparts.com .... thats insane.... thanks __________________ 1998 mustang gt/manual..373s,bbk offroad h pipe,flowmaster cat back,c&l 80 mm maf,steeda triax,eibach springs,steeda ud pulleys,upr timing adjuster,screamon demos coil packs,motorsports 9mm plug wires,steea aluminum lca's,steeda heavy duty uca's and just over 100 k on the clock

01-20-2002, 01:52 AM	#6
StoplightWarrior Registered Member Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Nor-Cal Posts: 1,311	The pulleys are definitely worth it. There is NO way you're going to see a 15+ gain from ignition on a NA car. MAYBE with a blower you'd see a big gain. Your money at this point is best spent elsewhere..cough gears cough __________________ Black 2000 GT Auto V2-SQ, Full Steeda G-trac Suspension, Baer Brakes, Saleen Body Kit, Corbeau CR1s, Chrome Cobra R's, etc, etc... 341rwhp, 338 torque 1994 Cobra #4343 Bolt on's only... Cofounder of Raccoon Racing

01-21-2002, 08:24 PM	#7
slow98 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: draper,va,us Posts: 206	gears yes, ive already got 3.73 and they helped out alot , more than anything ive added yet, my current mods and the gears,C&L maf,offroad h pipe, flowmaster cat back and a steeda triax, thanks for the suggestions though, anymore advise would be appreciated __________________ 1998 mustang gt/manual..373s,bbk offroad h pipe,flowmaster cat back,c&l 80 mm maf,steeda triax,eibach springs,steeda ud pulleys,upr timing adjuster,screamon demos coil packs,motorsports 9mm plug wires,steea aluminum lca's,steeda heavy duty uca's and just over 100 k on the clock

01-23-2002, 11:27 AM	#8
GCMustang Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Gulfport, mS Posts: 18	I couldn't find those March pulleys on carpart's site. I'll keep looking. But I think I am going with the Steeda pulleys, for two reasons. SFI approved damper - worthwhile peace of mind. And... the Steeda timing adjuster doesn't work with the March Underdrive pulleys, so if I decide to go with the TA in the future, I'll need to buy the Steeda pulleys anyway. __________________ -SamP, BSME- ~1998 Mustang GT~ - Saleen Body Kit, Cobra R wheels (17x10.5 w/ 315/35 in rear and 17x8 w/ 245/45 out front), 3.27 gears, FMS C Springs. . . Waiting for income tax check to do 99PI headswap! RateMyStang

01-24-2002, 11:27 PM	#9
slow98 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: draper,va,us Posts: 206	timing adjuster?? i know this is probably a dumb question but can you tell me why the timing adjuster wont work with the march pulleys? i am gonna go ahead and order the steedas im just curios as to why the adjuster wont work, also on more question, would a chip not serve the same purpose of the timing adjuster if it bumps up timing or is the adjuster just so you can adjust to new mods and running conditions?thanks __________________ 1998 mustang gt/manual..373s,bbk offroad h pipe,flowmaster cat back,c&l 80 mm maf,steeda triax,eibach springs,steeda ud pulleys,upr timing adjuster,screamon demos coil packs,motorsports 9mm plug wires,steea aluminum lca's,steeda heavy duty uca's and just over 100 k on the clock

01-28-2002, 12:36 PM	#10
GCMustang Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Gulfport, mS Posts: 18	Actually, I'm not sure exactly why they don't fit. That is actually just hearsay, so check with March or Steeda. But I'm pretty sure the March pulleys are stamped steel bolt ons, and since the Steeda timing adjuster bolts on to the damper, there would not be enough clearance. Double check on that, though. Yes, though, a chip is actually a better way of adjusting timing. Setting the base timing using a Steeda T/A is a good way to pick up some hp, but especially with non - nat/asp cars, a chip is a better way to go. __________________ -SamP, BSME- ~1998 Mustang GT~ - Saleen Body Kit, Cobra R wheels (17x10.5 w/ 315/35 in rear and 17x8 w/ 245/45 out front), 3.27 gears, FMS C Springs. . . Waiting for income tax check to do 99PI headswap! RateMyStang

01-29-2002, 09:19 PM	#11
slow98 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: draper,va,us Posts: 206	belt? for those who have the steeda pulleys.... i know some pulley kits come with the new belt if it is shorter, do the steeda pulleys come with a belt and if not do they tell you what length to purchase? and were through the power band are the gains most noticable? thanks __________________ 1998 mustang gt/manual..373s,bbk offroad h pipe,flowmaster cat back,c&l 80 mm maf,steeda triax,eibach springs,steeda ud pulleys,upr timing adjuster,screamon demos coil packs,motorsports 9mm plug wires,steea aluminum lca's,steeda heavy duty uca's and just over 100 k on the clock

02-03-2002, 07:28 AM	#12
Red Mustang Gt 46 13.3 @ 103 Join Date: May 2001 Location: Maryland Posts: 253	Use the stock belt, you will feel most of the SOTP in the upper RPM's...(pull). Don't waste your $$$ on an ignition, your stock EDIS coils are putting out more than enough volts. __________________ Equipment by: Steeda C&L COMP CAMS FRPP MSD Bassani Magnaflow MAC

02-03-2002, 06:13 PM	#13
98 NosStang Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: MIAMI, FLORIDA, USA Posts: 50	steeda steeda steeda Go with the steeda pullies, i had them on my car for like 3 months, and no problems, i also have a 650 watt sound system in the car and they gave me no problem electrical wise or over heating...you will notice the difference when you get em in....I am Selling my steeda pullies for 120.00 plus shipping.. it will come out to like 130.00.....if any of you are interested ... i had to take them off when i went with the vortech blower and removed the Nos system. Tony PHP Code: `xasiks107x@aol.com` __________________ 1998 MUSTANG GT 4.6L /Convertible, Automatic. Flowmasters, JBA shorty headers chrome, X-Pipes custom made, 3.73 Gears FMS, 70MM fms T-BODY, VORTECH SQ-TRIM V2 supercharger (6 lbs), HKS SSQ Blow off valve, Aluminum custom made inlet pipe(gives 1lb. more of boost), 2000 Gt PI heads and cams Machine shop worked, 2000 gt intake manifold , W/BBK Filter, FMS 30 lbs fuel injectors, DIABLO sport chip, PRO-M 80mm, 6:1 FMU VORTECH, BBK Fuel Pump 255 lph, Excel 400 secondary fuel pump, 4-Point HOOKER HEADERS chrome roll bar, NEX Racing bucket seats(19 LBS PER SEAT), 5-Point harnesses, JE CERAMIC FORGED PISTONS & RINGS, MANLEY RODS, Srp pins, and The block was honed and worked in a machine shop, Mark Luton Racing Rear seat delete kit., Cobra Cowl 4" Hood, Saleen S351 wing, TYC tail lights...

02-03-2002, 06:44 PM	#14
98 NosStang Registered Member Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: MIAMI, FLORIDA, USA Posts: 50	steeda steeda steeda The steeda pullies i have are off of a 1998 mustang gt...xasiks107x@aol.comxasiks107x@aol.com __________________ 1998 MUSTANG GT 4.6L /Convertible, Automatic. Flowmasters, JBA shorty headers chrome, X-Pipes custom made, 3.73 Gears FMS, 70MM fms T-BODY, VORTECH SQ-TRIM V2 supercharger (6 lbs), HKS SSQ Blow off valve, Aluminum custom made inlet pipe(gives 1lb. more of boost), 2000 Gt PI heads and cams Machine shop worked, 2000 gt intake manifold , W/BBK Filter, FMS 30 lbs fuel injectors, DIABLO sport chip, PRO-M 80mm, 6:1 FMU VORTECH, BBK Fuel Pump 255 lph, Excel 400 secondary fuel pump, 4-Point HOOKER HEADERS chrome roll bar, NEX Racing bucket seats(19 LBS PER SEAT), 5-Point harnesses, JE CERAMIC FORGED PISTONS & RINGS, MANLEY RODS, Srp pins, and The block was honed and worked in a machine shop, Mark Luton Racing Rear seat delete kit., Cobra Cowl 4" Hood, Saleen S351 wing, TYC tail lights...

02-05-2002, 08:07 PM	#15
slow98 Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: draper,va,us Posts: 206	more dumb questions from me if the pulleys use the stock belt how are the pullyes gonna be any smaller than the stock ones and still work right?is the tensioner adjustable?also i know that pulley help by free not dragging the motor down as much but if the belt is the same length how does that help any, does the water pump and alternator cause that much drag, well enough to make a differance any way sorry if i seem like a moron, but gotta learn somehow __________________ 1998 mustang gt/manual..373s,bbk offroad h pipe,flowmaster cat back,c&l 80 mm maf,steeda triax,eibach springs,steeda ud pulleys,upr timing adjuster,screamon demos coil packs,motorsports 9mm plug wires,steea aluminum lca's,steeda heavy duty uca's and just over 100 k on the clock

02-06-2002, 07:09 AM	#16
Red Mustang Gt 46 13.3 @ 103 Join Date: May 2001 Location: Maryland Posts: 253	The damper is smaller than stock + the water pump pulley is larger = stock length belt. The alternator pulley slightly larger. The tensioner is adjustable...any HP for the 96-98 mod is worth $159.00. If you have doubts, I've had mine since 98 when Steeda was putting their label on ASP products...no problems with electric or overheating...EVER. Good luck By the way...Steeda for your application. __________________ Equipment by: Steeda C&L COMP CAMS FRPP MSD Bassani Magnaflow MAC

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