Free Horsepower! Infiniti G35 Nissan 350z VQ35 Idler Pulley Delete & Serpentine Belt Replacement!

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

I hope you guys are having a awesome day today! If you have a G35 or a 350z this little modification is a must if your going to replace your drive belts!

[@TC-uu8rh]

Whats the benefit of doing this? And what have you experienced since this mod? Good video. Keep going with KZbin and be consistent you'll do well

[@urielcastorena6094]

Bro do you have to get the belt or can you use the stock belt

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

you need to get the updated belt

[@urielcastorena6094]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE i dont need the ac belt right

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

correct

[@viceboyy5591]

this little mod really makes it more responsive in terms of torque, i just cut off the end of the idle pulley housing as a spacer and it worked no problem

[@taylor12elementvb]

I was thinking the same thing as I was watching the vid. I like to reuse whenever I can.

[@jdmcivicsi90]

Did you use same belt?? Or what belt did you use after?

[@Kj16V]

Good idea! I was thinking of making something out of a big enough nut, but your idea is much easier!

[@atomiccomicssubmit]

If youre not near a dealer you can always hacksaw off the end of the existing bracket instead of buying spacer! Great video

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yup you can also do that 👍

[@toomanytums]

Or you can buy the space from Z1 Motorsports online for like $6 like I did lol. u get it QUICK too.

[@Fze5656]

Nice video. Clear visually and verbally. Thank you. I was reluctant to this in the past but your video shows that there’s not much to it!

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thank you!

[@elmedia1532]

Dude, just wanted to say, usually im a negative person and see all the flaws in people, but man. Your simple approach and explanations are perfect! Keep up the good work!

[@chrisd5758]

why are you like that

[@freshguy601]

@@chrisd5758 , I judge people because 99% are raised to be greedy bastards.

[@B86RZ]

@@chrisd5758 forreals lmao

[@jjoshbriones]

Amen, Thank you brother for this well done video💯

[@realbigveggie]

This is awesome bro, thanks for the upload.

[@MyGuyKyler]

Thx for helping me w parts numbers I needed 👌

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

no problem glad it helped you out!👍

[@Alowtherockstar]

Sidewayskyler what are the part numbers?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

If I remember correctly the part numbers should be in the video

[@robertrosal9034]

Homie, this was an excellent video!! I had no idea this could be done. It saves me some $$ in replacing the pulley!!

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

glad it was useful 👍🏼

[@thebear6529]

Wow that’s a good video. Excellent. Even goes under the car to film.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thank you!

[@thebear6529]

No thank you, I didn’t even have to rewind to see things. Those red arrows you use to point things out are awesome. Good luck with the Chanel

[@BigBadJones]

This pully has been making all kinds of noise on my car and I was wondering what it did. Thanks for the info. I'm taking it off and it's going in the trash

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thanks for watching, glad it helped👍

[@javierpereida7832]

Same bro!!! Im not sure if its this exact pulley but i have an idea that it is or the crank pulley either way tomorrow im taking this badboy off and i will find out haha i hope its the one making the noise!

[@aey2579]

Thank god for your channel. I hear a grinding noise and after taking my belt off and running each pulley, I've located that it was that exact idler pulley making the noise. I've been looking for replacement and after watching your video, but since I have a 2006 G35, I decided to just delete it.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Awesome!

[@CyberpunkSamurai]

I got an 06 too what does deleting it exactly do any way tho?

[@mr.doinstuff8466]

About to do this on my 2007 M35X head job. Good info, my pulley was on it's way out anyway.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

talk about perfect timing, good luck on your repair and thank you for watching!

[@damionsmith9100]

Want to do the same thing to my m35 x what belt did you use

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

a belt from a 2008 m35 or fx35

[@NSWvet83]

Good work man!

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Thank you!

[@NewHeavenAstrology]

Nice work bro

[@SRTWes1]

I have a question am I able to replace that fan with a aftermarket dual fan on my radiator?

[@lindyforriest6461]

Keep up the good work.

[@Ddffgghhjj]

This mod by itself will not do “much” but dyno wise. But a combination or free up hp mods + bolt ons add up.

[@urielcastorena6094]

Do you have to get the belt or can i use the stock belt

[@HatsuneM1ku01]

It does get rid of a useless pulley though 😉. Mine was squealing baaaaad so I just took it out and tossed it lol

[@DixonDeadlifts]

@@urielcastorena6094 You have to get a new belt. I get the belt for the 2008 Infiniti FX & it works perfect.

[@urielcastorena6094]

@@DixonDeadlifts thank you

[@islembaddi6277]

GENIUS BRILLIANT GOOD JOB GREETING FROM ALGERIA

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

hello! thank you for watching!

[@Nouri_TV]

whats the bottom idler pulley (one left of crankshaft) part number mine literally flew off while driving lol...

[@svoncampe]

Thank you. Very helpful. I'm going to do this plus add an aftermarket lightweight crank pulley; just purchased the one by VMS Racing.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thank you for watching! I wanted to go that route maybe in the future

[@teufelshunde8865]

Great video! Well done...just have one suggestion...for us poor boys out there. Just use an angle grinder to cut the "leg" off the idler pulley, and reinstall. After all, you will not need this assembly again, and you can save $20 on a 30 cent bushing. Buy the new belt, cut the bush off the original assembly...done. or spend $115 on the "delete kit".

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yup that works also but looks ugly in my opinion 5 bucks for the spacer at nissan I'd say it's worth getting it since it looks cleaner

[@SIDEWYZSTYLE]

Does this work on VQ35HR 07,08 350z models?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

No different engine

[@WatchWorld2.0]

Thank bro. Great job.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thanks I appreciate it 🙏

[@ROGERDEAN2131Crawford-ve1eh]

Can you do that on a 2003 G35 and wher do you get the kit at

[@harry7097]

What does removing the idler pulley accomplish apart from removing the slight weight? can it harm any other components or not?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

This was later removed from the factory on 2008 fx35 with the 3.5 DE so no you shouldn't run into any issues

[@kingbee1682]

Mine has one electric fan ... if I delete that clutch fan should I install a dual electric fan?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yeah you should although you probably will need to add wiring and a relay to make it work properly.

[@kingbee1682]

ERICSDIYGARAGE okay thanks for the free back

[@coltonlemon1323]

hey do you have to get a smaller belt or is that stock size

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yes you need a new belt the part number is in the video

[@lampoonshampering7690]

What is the size of the bolts that the pulley had that was connected to the bracket

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

The big long bolts are 17mm the small ones on the pulley are 10mm. The other one by the power steering pump is 14mm

[@SteeltechPC]

Dang, my 2003 G35 has a fan clutch. Worth doing an electric fan swap?

[@tonyc7248]

Amazing, I need to know what part number for the Short belt , plz .

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thank you! Check the video it should be in the beginning

[@javierpereida7832]

Ask for a 2008 infiniti fx35 alternator belt i just bpught one and am gonnna start the pulley delete wish me.lucky !!!

[@jrserrano9396]

Can the same belt be used ??

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

you can reuse the compressor belt but the power steering belt needs to be switched out because your removing the pulley

[@slickhomieseal6376]

About how long would you say the whole job would take without breaks or interruptions? Seems like it could take maybe 20 min-30 min?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

About 30 min sounds accurate if you have done it before Mabel 1 hour if not

[@slickhomieseal6376]

ERICSDIYGARAGE dope, thanks bro. Just ordered mine. Your video helps a lot 🙏🏽

[@darealdjgr107ve]

Gotta m35x going to be doing this soon

[@javierpereida7832]

Just came back to give my feedback after seeing this video yesterday and doing it to my 2006 350z i used the correct infiniti fx35 2008 belt just like he said, my cars working perfectly i did notice a litttle bit of acceleration improvement and also noticed that it made my exhuast a little quieter (but maybe thats just my car it has a few problems) overall i liked it and it was simple the spacer i couldnt find at oriellys the replacemnt belt was $24.99 and i used a regular nutalmost the size instead of the spacer worked out fine thanks man good video.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

That's awesome I'm glad it worked out for you! This mod has no cons in my opinion and I'm glad more people are doing it now 👍

[@jonathancornejo1790]

Which belt did you get from the 2008 fx35? Was it the one for ac or steering belt?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Power steering

[@44.Dripstar]

Can I do this in my 05 coupe?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yes 👍

[@Top-G35]

Do some light weight pulleys

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

I was thinking about it but I've read bad things about light weight pulleys on these vehicles

[@Top-G35]

ERICSDIYGARAGE the only one I wouldn’t mess with is the crank pulley or do a super dampener

[@jdmcivicsi90]

How you know the belt has proper tension after putting back?? Like how tight it has to be?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

If you can twist the belt after your done it's too lose use your finger to feel if it's firm

[@jamesdg8190]

If i do this,Do i have to change the size of the belt?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yes, the belt part number is in the video

[@jamesdg8190]

Thank you so much.Is it also work on my infiniti g35x 2005 sedan?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

@@jamesdg8190 it should be the same 👍

[@jamesdg8190]

Thank you very much.It helps a lot

[@crossangels9772]

Is this on autos and manuals or just one of them?

[@zlos2947]

Should be both

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yeah it's the same on both

[@wyattginapp2337]

Instead of buying the spacer you could also just cut the tab off of the idler bracket and use that.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yeah that also works

[@nicolecastaneda9319]

- I have a 07 g35 coupe can I do this mod ? I need to change my belts so mind as well

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yes it will work on your vehicle also

[@junraychequillo1474]

Hey do I need to get the spacer or is it fine?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

you need the spacer. or you can break a piece of the bracket and it will work as well

[@junraychequillo1474]

ERICSDIYGARAGE easy thank you

[@michaelnuci6848]

Hey do you have to have an electric fan installed after? You didn’t mention this.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

this only applies to vehicles that already have a stock electric fans

[@michaelnuci6848]

Thanks for the reply

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

your vehicle is going to over heat without a fan cooling things down

[@Keyfive328]

Hey what about on vq35hr engines o. 07 08 models?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

I believe they only have one belt so this wouldn't apply to the G37 or vq35hrs

[@doohyunyun7224]

Is there any length difference between w/pulley or w/o pulley for belt? Can I use same belt w/pulley?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

No you can't its about 2 inches shorter get a 2008 infiniti m35 alternator belt and it will be the correct size

[@michaelnuci6848]

Fx35 belt or m35 belt?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

its the same thing for both fx35 and m35 of the same year

[@doohyunyun7224]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE Thanks! Bro!

[@kevinortega237]

Do you not need the fan that was connected?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

This vehicle didn't come with the clutch fan it only comes on 2003 g35 sedan

[@crazyhorse2772]

Belt # 455k6 duralast from autoszone

[@keylow2830]

I have an 03 g35 sedan. Can I do the same to my vehicle, idler pulley delete ?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

No becuase you probably have a mechanical fan deleting this will make your vehicle over heat becuase your also going to delete the fan

[@keylow2830]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE right ok thanks a lot. Super helpful videos by the way 👍

[@vqgav7680]

any bad long term effects?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

No

[@renadop9972]

Could i do the opposite pully? Like instead of doing the one on top i could eliminate the bottom one?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

no you need that one

[@renadop9972]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE ok, and thanks for the quick reply.

[@louiedelatorre1667]

Bro! Do u happen to know the part number for that first tensioner bolt u removed that goes behind the pulley u removed? I’ve been trying to find one since mine is missing and I’ve had no luck! Thanks!

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

I don't think it's sold separately you might need to buy the whole tensioner

[@etienne4477]

Not sure if you ended up finding it, but the part number is 11948-AL50A if you’re talking about the belt tensioner bolt

[@TheVIP30]

End up buying 6PK1162 that fits perfectly with idler pulley delete. The AC belt 4PK945.

[@TheVIP30]

Mine is VQ35DE Rev Up

[@mohamedwaseemjoosub5104]

Can someone please provide the part number for the shorter belts - we do not get the fx35 in South Africa

[@robertrosal9034]

I can't seem to find the 1145 Continental belts. Where did you purchase them?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

I bought them through Rockauto.com

[@nbdxchance9010]

Is this cheaper than the 65$ Kit on z1 ??

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yeah its 5 bucks for the spacer and like 10 for the new belt

[@sbcmotorhead]

What was the part number on the new belt

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

both part numbers are in the video towards the middle

[@elatedcookie7035]

Where did you go to get these belts ive been searching online for a bit and can’t find anything do I just go to the parts store and ask them?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

I got the belts online at rockauto.com

[@zadanstout8190]

Z1motorsports they have the spacer and belt

[@mathuwonder9624]

Links ?

[@jhonsmith2150]

Not bad! I bin bored 🥱 lately wit my Z's , cuz there all done an ready! Now I found sumthin else to do , yaaaa! 😁😉👍

[@RangeReviews]

I have a 2008 infinity fx35 but it has a vq35de is it still the same process

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yes but if its a 2008 some done have this pulley since it was deleted by factory on some

[@touxiong3848]

I have a 03 g35 sedan, I would like to do this mod as well. My idler pulley has a fan attached, will I need to install fans in place of removing the stock fan that is attached to the idler pulley?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yes this won't work for you unfortunately

[@brandonblack2095]

wont work you need your fans unless you install aftermarket fans

[@otx._tyler1948]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGEdo you know if it makes a difference if I have the radiator fans still? I have the fan clutch then radiator fans ?would I work for me,03g35

[@braesbal9236]

Is this the same as this part number? 11720-4P10A

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yes

[@drizzlegod2928]

I have a 2004 g35x sedan can I do this ?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

This will work on all DEs without the mechanical clutch fan shown in the video

[@HatsuneM1ku01]

I’ve literally never seen a 350z or g35 with a clutch fan. I have an 04 and it has factory electric fans.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

it's on early 2003 sedan models

[@letsgetcrabby5145]

My G has developed a squeal on startup. Mechanic says its a $300 job to replace the idler pulley. Doing this would be another option??

[@andrewgarner1300]

LetsGetCrabby had the same exact issue... belts too tight. it’s got a sweet spot

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yes this a alternative to replacing it. also 300 I'd way over priced in my opinion

[@g35skyline41]

Where i can buy the Nissan spacer?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

concept Z or the Nissan Dealership just give them the part number on the video.

[@foreverg3549]

whats the link for the spacer brotha . great job ima do this on my2004 G35 coupe ....ill do a video after i do it to and shout u out that i watched ur video first

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thanks for watching, heres a link www.nissanpartsdeal.com/parts/nissan-spacer~13298-4p10a.html

[@foreverg3549]

ERICSDIYGARAGE thanks bro . i subbed to u to keep them coming

[@infamousz_vq]

hey i did the pulley delete right n for some reason my tensioner is tightening all the way up n my belt still have so much slack i bought the belt of an 08 fx35

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Probably gave you the wrong belt

[@infamousz_vq]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE so i have unorthodox crank n power steering pulley set, i need an shorter belt like an 42in i pre measure it it was around 43in

[@1MADZ]

Bout to do this

[@tyturnin3980]

Yoo im getting alot of squeel from my power steering pulley when toghtened and started is it too tight?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Probably too loose

[@tyturnin3980]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE such a blessing for the quick response my shop closes in 10 minutes i pray i can get this right before i clock out thanks man

[@MrMosebysLobby]

Or if you are a cheap ass. Hack off the part of the pulley with a angle grinder so you don't have to pay 5 bucks for a spacer lol

[@jorgeespinoza3564]

What size belt was it and how can i find out

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

all you have to do is ask for a belt from a 2008 Infiniti m35

[@jorgeespinoza3564]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE thank you fir the reply n the videos you make are very helpful all of them

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thank you I appreciate it!

[@jorgeespinoza3564]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE eric is a g35 2008

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

@@jorgeespinoza3564 no ask for a m35

[@zymeerlake4053]

I have a g35x 06 will it work

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Should be the same

[@boazsnider9981]

What kind of bolt fits into the bracket

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

use re use the stock bolts

[@mabinogfan]

My spacer did not go on that easily….😊

[@eastoaklandsartiebo-bo6718]

I ordered the standard belts for my 2005 G-35, if I remove this pulley will the standard belt for my car work, or do I have to find a shorter belt. If so which belt do I get cause I have one that’s supposed to ship tomorrow.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

You need the shorter belt I believe I showed part numbers in this video

[@mikewaite3746]

It would be cool in that same location have an micro supercharger.

[@indyfernandez9073]

Bro it squeals at start up I tighten everything up proper idk 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Make sure both belts are tight. If you can twist the belt it's too loose

[@indyfernandez9073]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE so I tighten the alternator belt as much as it’ll go and I can still twist it i got it from z1

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

@@indyfernandez9073 wrong belt

[@pootershnitzel]

Will this be the same for an 07 g35?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

07 g35 it should be the same if it's not the HR

[@diablon522]

How do you replace the fan

[@vqgav7680]

just did it yesterday you need to remove the air intake and take off the big hose to the radiator as well as take the cap off so make sure your car has cooled off at least an hour. then there’s just two bolts and it slides up n out after the two connectors are disconnected

[@DARKWoLF52297]

I searched on autozone for a 2008 infinity fx35 2wd and can only find part number 4060450. It’s a 45 inch belt. Is that the right one? Other belts that I search up are 45.08 inches 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@alexp974]

Just bought a 2002 maxima, great video. My question is: does this mod add as much horsepower as racing stripes? All kidding aside I plan on having this done (hate working on cars myself although I can). Great presentation!

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

thank you for Watching I appreciate it! I believe this only applies to RWD vq35 but don't quote me on that

[@alexp974]

ERICSDIYGARAGE Ah yes, the maxima does not have an idler pully separate from the tentioner. In the past I had a 96 Maxima with the VQ30, still familiarizing myself with the VQ35.

[@SS-fb5ue]

My clutch fan sounds like a loud ass airplane when i drive it. Sometimes it goes away and sounds normal like a G should!! Lately it has not gone away!

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

that stinks looks like you will need a new bearing

[@SS-fb5ue]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE what if i wanted to get rid of that fan And add eletric ones? Would that get rid of loud air sound?

[@josephsharkey4364]

does anyone know how to find the spacer for the tensioner pulley for the p/s belt

[@johnattanserrano253]

Just cut the original one with a hacksaw.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Yes you can also do that or spend the 5 bucks at Nissan and get the actual spacer

[@joshjones3069]

Will it cause any issues or throw an engine code?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

nope, no issues that I've experienced

[@thinkofsin9840]

Good video but that Nissan spacer is a rip-off. Just cut the tab off your pulley. Also the flat cut makes it much easier to tap into place.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

yeah you can also do that as well. The part was 5 bucks so it's not overpriced

[@thinkofsin9840]

How long did you wait for it to arrive?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

@@thinkofsin9840 I picked it up locally at the dealership

[@jimbo7042]

Does this actually free horsepower? I want to replace my pulleys and I might try this what's the pros and cons

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

this mod has no cons its gets rid of 1 pound of rotating mass and cleans up the engine bay other than that I can't say it has other benefits because I couldn't notice it.

[@brandonblack2095]

yes about 50-100 wheel horsepower

[@albertwelch452]

What size belt did you use?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

The part numbers are in the video, thank you for watching👍

[@zlos2947]

Oh shit this is for infinity g35 only??? Let me figure out which belt was which on my honda..

[@fcora30]

The belt is too short. Or im i doing it wrong

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

start from the crankshaft and move your way up the pulleys

[@fcora30]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE it wont go over the lip of the pulley. I even took off the tensioner and nothing

[@fcora30]

I got a 6k1165 and it worked. Its dayco brand. Maybe they run smaller bc it worked. So far

[@sammichael2022]

Huh??? Why are you doing this? To save one pound? Seriously??? It's an idler. It's on a bearing. It's practically frictionless. There is no horsepower savings here. Just wasted parts. Engineer.

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

lol

[@Roof68]

Still has friction and maybe there isn't much gain but a gain at the least. You dont see drag cars with a idle pulley do you? His car, his mod. Go make try to make yourself relevant somewhere else. -Mechanic/Tech

[@AguilaJR]

For old and noisy pulleys, this is an upgrade.

[@abiamiamab9677]

Reduce weight by 1lb... take a shit, that could take away up to 4lbs.lol

[@KidwaiFahad]

Wear gloves

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

I normally do

[@leandredoe]

So is the fx35 serpentine belt smaller ?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

if it's from a 2008 yes the m35 also works

[@leandredoe]

@@ERICSDIYGARAGE ok I think I’m gonna do this today

[@GoodVibes-qg4ko]

Will this work on a 03 g35 automatic?

[@ERICSDIYGARAGE]

Its the same

[@GoodVibes-qg4ko]

@ERICSDIYGARAGE do you know what is the new partnumber now? Not seeing the 6pk1145 on autozone