I am getting a AC belt + a barring replaced

[illusion88]

I had a belt pulley that was making some noise. Not knowing which one it was I took it into the shop to get it replaced. Turns out it was the AC belt pulley barring. So I am having them replace the belt + pulley (the belt is questionable). Should I have them replace the other belt, the one that controls the alternator, water pump and the power steering)? It will only be about 15 more minutes of labor and $30 for the belt while they are down there. I have seen the belt, and it looks fine to me. Worth the extra $40-50 or just save it for later?

 

[steppinthrax]

It's always worth it to have the mechanic replace/repair any additional items that are in close proximity to what he's actually repairing. So yes, But $30.00 for a belt. And I don't want to even know what he's charging for labor. That is why I do all car work myself. BTW it's called an AC Berring.

 

[illusion88]

oh just a simple spelling mistake....
I attending public schools :embarrassed; The total is going to be between $40-50 for the new belt+labor.

 

[DougK62]

BEARING

 

[iamwiz82]

Originally posted by: steppinthrax
BTW it's called an AC Berring.

If you are going to correct someone, at least spell it correctly yourself.

 

[steppinthrax]

Originally posted by: iamwiz82

Originally posted by: steppinthrax
BTW it's called an AC Berring.

If you are going to correct someone, at least spell it correctly yourself.

Sorry Bearing....

 

[Zenmervolt]

What's the mileage? And what year, make, and model of car?

Accessory belts should last about 100,000 miles on most new and late-model cars. It's possible that the worn bearing on the A/C pulley (technically not a pulley but an electromagnetic clutch assembly on the compressor unless your A/C belt has a tensioner pulley somewhere) was causing additional resistance and prematurely wore out the A/C belt.

If you're over 60,000 miles I say just replace all the belts and enjoy the peace of mind unless your car has a timing belt, in which case everything will have to come off again when that is changed, so just wait until then to do the rest of the accessory belts.

ZV

 

[Colt45]

is the second belt serpentine or a normal accessory belt? if it is, should be less than $30.. like $6.

Although someone that can't spell bearing...