98 5.0L bravo gen + serp belt replacement

[Maraian]

Replacing the serp belt with superseded part number included a new pulley. PSP etch into it, I think stands for power steering pump, but it looks bigger than the existing one.
replacing the 57-8077551 belt with 57861757A1 on mercruiser do you have to replace the pulley in order for the new belt to fit properly, seeing how the new pulley is bigger?

 

[Don S]

Re: 98 5.0L bravo gen + serp belt replacement

What's your engines serial number.

 

[Maraian]

Re: 98 5.0L bravo gen + serp belt replacement

What's your engines serial number.

0L093162. How to replace pulley, looks like a Allen head. But there are no vent holes to help keep pulley still?

 

[Maraian]

Re: 98 5.0L bravo gen + serp belt replacement

I quess I need a puller for the pulley?

 

[Don S]

Re: 98 5.0L bravo gen + serp belt replacement

Have a look at this service bulletin.

View attachment 98_01.pdf

Yes, you need the proper PS pullers and installer to mess with the pulleys or you will damage the pulley, the pump, or most likely both.

 

[Don S]

Re: 98 5.0L bravo gen + serp belt replacement

Here is a video on how to change the pulley that will give you a good idea of how the tools are used. if you have the room in front of the motor, you don't have to remove the pump to pull the pulley.

Power Steering Pump Pulley Removal and Installation | ACDelco - YouTube

 

[Maraian]

Re: 98 5.0L bravo gen + serp belt replacement

Thanks, greatly appreciate it!