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11-18-2003, 12:12 AM | #1 |
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Air Pump Idler
Just wondering if there were any drawbacks to getting an air pump idler...
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11-18-2003, 06:06 PM | #2 |
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No draw backs other then not being able to pass an emissions test. And if you have any cats that need the air pump you'll burn them out by removing it.
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11-18-2003, 07:56 PM | #3 |
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Why get an idler when you can get a short belt. Cheaper, does the same thing. Go to www.fordmuscle.com they've got a tech article on how to route the shorter belt without the air pump.
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