Underdrive pulleys [ merged 1/6/07]

[larryd]

Worth it or not? I'm thinking of going with the AEM tru-power pulley kit. Anyone used them?

 

[doug]

http://www.dsmtuners.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=31489

 

[mramc3]

Majority of DSMers suggest the OEM Crank Pulley. But is there an aftermarket pulley out there with a dampener/harmonic balancer that is worthwhile to purchase? Any info will help. Although the instructions are easy to change this part out.. I plan to provide a VFAQ once I decide what type of pulley I will use.

 

[L2RTSiAWD]

I believe Buschur is one of the only people who sell a harmonic dampner pulley but it's very expensive.

 

[GRNDSM]

There are couple of different options from different vendors (though they all might be the same pulley). Cost is around $300-$350. When you compare it to cost of full UR solid pulley kit (also around $300), it is not all that much more money.

But you can get a stock pulley for around $90.

I guess it all comes down to $$$, if you can afford it, go with the underdrive pulley with the balancer. I am still sticking with the stock pulley.

Leon
RR

 

[McGruffAWD]

A friend of mine has Underdrive pullies and he says they are a waste of money. He said he didnt feel a thing when he put them on.

 

[mramc3]

But I noticed that Buschur has one with a dampener as pointed out earlier in the thread. Besides the weight, whats the quality of the Buschur part like? Is 350.00 worth it? Can I still be a 12 sec daily driver with the OEM pulleys that are under 100.00?

 

[GRNDSM]

>Can I still be a 12 sec daily driver with the OEM pulleys that are under
>100.00?

YES! I know a bunch of 11 and 10 sec cars with it!

Leon
RR

 

[Nappy94]

I run an Unorthodox Racing crank pulley. The pulley is considerably lighter, and look's good. Rev's came quicker and smoother, I would recommend one.

 

[InferiorWang]

i've heard that on our cars underdrive pulleys dont really help much. let the rustang people keep doing it if it helps them.

 

[mramc3]

Originally posted by Nappy94
I run an Unorthodox Racing crank pulley. The pulley is considerably lighter, and look's good. Rev's came quicker and smoother, I would recommend one.

That is good for a 1G dsm, but us 2nd Gens need the dampener as a safety feature if I am correct?? ::shrugs shoulders:: It looks as if I will just buy an OEM pulley. Are there any 2gens out there with some OEM failry new crank pulleys for sale??

 

[Nappy94]

Shoot Unorthodox racing an email. Here, [email protected] See what they have to say, I know they make a crank pulley for your car.

 

[mramc3]

OK so i called the mitsudealer this morning. 130.00 for the OEM crank pulley!!!! Anyone know where i can get a better deal?

 

[RamenPride]

Originally posted by mramc3
OK so i called the mitsudealer this morning. 130.00 for the OEM crank pulley!!!! Anyone know where i can get a better deal?

www.partznet.com

http://store.yahoo.com/dpstore/20lmitvarmod.html

 

[mramc3]

Originally posted by RamenPride



http://store.yahoo.com/dpstore/20lmitvarmod.html

Can you vouch for the quality of the part listed. I like the price, but is it a genuwine mitsu part. I asked my autobody shop for their discount and I can get a genuwine mitsu part for 103 + tax. If this part is good shown in the web addy above, I will get that one for the cheaper price. 75.00 is pretty good.

 

[Black95TSIawd]

what about for us automatic guys. Will a lightened underdrive pulley work. The stocker sh*t a brick when the dampener fell apart. Bought an oem one from a jeep dealer for 150 bucks in september. But i want to replace it with a lightened one.

 

[RamenPride]

Originally posted by mramc3


Can you vouch for the quality of the part listed. I like the price, but is it a genuwine mitsu part. I asked my autobody shop for their discount and I can get a genuwine mitsu part for 103 + tax. If this part is good shown in the web addy above, I will get that one for the cheaper price. 75.00 is pretty good.

I just ordered one (like 10 min. ago), so I'll let you know when it comes in and when it's installed. might take awhile to tell you about the quality as compared to the stock one, since I plan on replacing it as preventative maintenance at the end of March (Spring Break). Nothing's wrong with the one on there now (almost 70K on car), but keep reading stories of crank pulleys separating...

 

[Black95TSIawd]

So know one on this board has an auto TSIawd/GSX that can give me any info if the pulley works?

 

[mramc3]

Originally posted by Black95TSIawd
So know one on this board has an auto TSIawd/GSX that can give me any info if the pulley works?

Well, I can tell you about what I have read. AUTOs have a less chance of crankwalk.. but there have been some cases. Usually you want a Crank Pulley with a dampener for all DSMs. You can look at it as a safety feature.
People who have gotten lighten/undedrive pullies have noticed any little or no performance increase. Most aftermarket pullies will not have a dampener so that is the downside.
Bottom line, just replace it with an OEM part and spend your money where it counts... fuel management and turbo upgrades!!!
Anyone feel free to tell me if I am wrong

 

[Black95TSIawd]

From what i keep hearing, i think i will just stick with my oem pulley and spend my money elsewhere. If i ever have some money laying around i'll get a lightened pulley and let u guys know how it works out. Thanks for the info.

 

[Neo Racer]

There may be a chance of damage without the harmonic dampener....but I've yet to see an actual example of it. Has anyone else actually seen a damaged engine that was caused by a UDCP?

 

[RamenPride]

well, I ordered the crank pulley and they're backordered. however, they're going to pay for shipping since I decided to wait on it. so, I'm going to end up paying just the cost of the pulley ($74.95)

 

[mramc3]

Just got my OEM pulley Its ready to go in.. 104.00 from the dealer. I let everyone know how the installation goes.

 

[Bohica]

I am lookind for an underdrive pulley for a N/A 1st gen Eclipse. Does anyone know where I can find one?

I found these one Ebay, and they ARE for the naturally aspirated car, but they say they are for the 95-99 models. I am sure these won't work on the 91 model. Does anyone know where I can find one?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2406208745&category=10368

 

[senseiturtle]

I just bought an AF/X underdrive pulley from Howell automotive.

The 2gnt guys seem to all like it... and i'll have some personal results come next monday. Price is 152, shipped, with belts..

I do have it sitting right here.. and that thing is defintley strong, small, and light. Definitley looking forward to it.

- whups.. just saw that you were 1g... Still check the site though, they have a lot of 1g stuff..

 

[wicked93GS]

you can always find one an unorthodox racing if nowhere else or nopi probably