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Old Jan 9, 2008 | 08:59 PM
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it will help a little but if you plan on a blower dont bother


Blower as in FI ? And if the FI doesnt touch belts why would it matter ? Yeah Im still kindaa noob to the FI stuff.
Old Jan 10, 2008 | 08:01 PM
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Noob Question:
Is there any negative effect that an underdrive pulley might have on our cars, like durability, reliability, and increased wear and tear?
Old Jan 10, 2008 | 11:09 PM
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They'll make your alternator, air conditioner compressor, power steering pump and water pump operate about 25% slower than their original speeds. If you have an aftermarket stereo system that increases the electrical load you might have a problem with the alternator not being able to keep up (more so at idle speeds).

Worst case scenario is UDP failure. It might not be common but it happens: https://mustangforums.com/m_4435611/tm.htm
Old Jan 14, 2008 | 04:19 PM
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I have used them on two cars. In both instances I have noticed a different. Was it night and day no. However, it was more of a difference is both cases then some mods that cost a lot more.
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