If anyone on here has a copy of the PDF file that Axe used to send out (or if AXE still has a copy) I would appreciate a copy for the future.. Its almost time to do a belt change..

Tnx
Hal

If you haven't done so, it would also be a perfect time to install an electric fan.
Everet <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/patriot.gif" alt="" />

Where in Nebraska? I spent 1 year of college in Norfolk.

I'm near Columbus.. or about 50 miles southeast of Norfolk..
Just about half way between Omaha, Lincoln and Norfolk

I would love to get instructions on how to install an electric fan. I've only owned my sporty for almost a year. SO I haven't done a whole lot to him yet.

Were you able to get some instructions? I may be able to email you the ones I used.
Ya, been to Columbus (30 years ago) Have a brother in Sloan,Iowa
Everet

Thanks Everet. I got what I needed.. also thanks for the pics on the electric fan too. Now to save up for the parts.

When you put in the new belt, remember how the cam pulleys are lettered so you remember which letters align upward and check the crankshaft so the mark is pointing upward as well. The left part of the belt is placed on first. When placing the left side, you will need for someone to hold the cams in place with two 17mm wrenches so they don't move. You will need to twitch the left cam when putting in the belt or it will end up loose. By twitching I mean, play with it. Just make sure they don't jump when you press the belt in. I did it on my own, but had to try it about 6 times. To hold the right cam from moving, I used a pressure plier and held it against the back plate while I fitted the left side.

I must have done something wrong or gotten very lucky because all I did was put the belt on with the timing marks as you described. Everything was still lined up after turning the motor over 2 revolutions. <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cyclops.gif" alt="" /> <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/butwiggle.gif" alt="" /> I think you were just trying too hard. Of course, I did mine out on the engine stand <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/kewl.gif" alt="" /> Even if it took you 10+ times, it was still cheaper than having someone else do it, and the satisfaction of a job well done makes the cocktails taste better <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/cheers.gif" alt="" />
Everet <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/patriot.gif" alt="" />

Sorry to jump in, but the question is, Does the car lose vacuum if the it is slitely out of time.? I have a 98 sportage and it has been to couple mechanics and they tell me that it must be out of time because it does not have much power. Well I inspected the vacuum and it was very low. I appreciate any suggestions.

Yes, that is a possibility, but I would also check for other sources of leaks like bad/unhooked hoses too. It should be pretty easy to check and see if the timing is off by pulling off the black plastic cover and putting the engine at TDC, then check your position of the cam sprockets.
Everet <img src="/forums/images/graemlins/patriot.gif" alt="" />

First, use the easy way to check for the obivious vacume leaks. Use a can of Starter Fuild (Spray Ether) and spray around all vacume inlets(Do this from a distance, you don't want it to ignite!). If the motor raises in RPM from the additional fuel (the starter fluid) being pulled in, you have found you're vacume leak.

P.S. Ether is VERY flamable!