crank shaft pulley + spares

[rayandcatherine]

I have had a rattle in the engine of my recently purchased ford freda diagnosed as requiring a new crank shaft pulley which I've been sent by the bongo dealer as it was still under warranty.

1. The mechanic who found the problem said I might as well replace all the belts if I was getting the crankshaft pulley done. Can anyone let me know if thats a good idea or am I ok to wait for a them to be worn out before replacing them - there isnt a particular problem now?

2.Spares
Its taken a while to get the crankshaft pulley - I'm now a bit worried about making have some spares to hand is there any recommended spares you should carry if you're doing a long trip?

Thanks
Ray

[teenmal]

Hi Ray,

Your mechanic is probably correct,if your pulley has started to break up there is a possibility that the belts could be affected.
Re spares I would recommend a RAC or AA etc card.

Cheers Mal....

[mikeonb4c]

We had a little rash of broken pulleys on here some time back and there was a theory that the pulleys broke up as a result of belts with the wrong v-shape being fitted. It all points to it being sensible to replace belts, making sure they are pukka Bongo belts.

[Doone]

I'm now a bit worried about making have some spares to hand is there any recommended spares you should carry if you're doing a long trip?

If you're travelling in Europe, many spares can be shipped to you within 2 or 3 days, so you don't need to pack all the big items.
HERE'S A LINK
AND HERE'S ANOTHER with suggestions of spares to carry.