1987 BMW 325 Timing belt

1987 BMW 325
100,000 MILES • 6 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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SPENCERH
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I have replaced the timing belt on my 325 and I turn the engine with a wrench twice over and check the belt. The belt slides in towards the engine at the camshaft sprocket and down below. Is this because my tension is too tight.
May 28, 2010 at 7:48 AM
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DOCHAGERTY
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Did you replace the tensioner pulley?
May 29, 2010 at 4:50 PM
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