Steeda Under Drive Pulleys and Cranking Problems

billy_the_kid · July 9th, 2009, 07:56 AM

I had Steeda under drive pulleys install about one month ago. I have no problems with any of the accessories. Lights, AC and radio all work fine. I noticed at the beginning of this week that at startup, my engine cranks slow the first time and then starts with no problems. But I have also notice that each day the first crank is getting slower and slower. Any suggestions what the problem may be?

tarpeeler · July 9th, 2009, 08:31 AM

defect battery

navyman8903 · July 9th, 2009, 10:13 AM

might be the battery or you are loaded waaaay too much. I'd start with the battery, then check your alternator.

BadBlackGT · July 9th, 2009, 10:18 AM

+1 sounds like battery, you shouldnt be losing a charge. But i have never tried those pulleys and have had questions about them. Like maybe if you leave it idle for a while would it drain your battery because the alternator isnt spinning as fast?
:and off topic, how's the powersteering? feel stiffer or anything? and water pump raise temps or anything?

beefmobile · July 9th, 2009, 10:26 AM

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QMSolutions · July 9th, 2009, 10:28 AM

You need to run at least a 650cca battery with pulleys.

beefmobile · July 9th, 2009, 10:28 AM

^^needs a new sig pic

somebody help him!

05bluestang · July 9th, 2009, 10:31 AM

Ford's got a TSB on the battery problem. I had to replace mine last year too. Nothing to do with the pullies........................
http://www.stangnet.com/images/stori...s/07-05-13.pdf

navyman8903 · July 9th, 2009, 11:18 AM

holy crap do I need to fix that and what are the steps I am feeling really lazy right now and really do not want to read all that stuff. and I rep'd you.

05bluestang · July 9th, 2009, 11:41 AM

Originally Posted by navyman8903

holy crap do I need to fix that and what are the steps I am feeling really lazy right now and really do not want to read all that stuff. and I rep'd you.

Thanks.
I guess it depends on how much you drive your car.

From the TSB:
Vehicles that are stored for extended periods or
are driven infrequently for short distances may
need to use an auxiliary battery
maintainer/charger that is expressly designed to
maintain the battery state of charge during
storage. These maintainers/chargers are
available in the automotive aftermarket and
should be used according to their
manufacturer’s direction.
OTHER APPLICABLE ARTICLES: 07-05-8
WARRANTY STATUS: Information Only - Not
Warrantable

billy_the_kid · July 9th, 2009, 12:08 PM

If I replace the battery, will I need to relash the computer with my tuner?

beefmobile · July 9th, 2009, 12:10 PM

no

05bluestang · July 9th, 2009, 12:13 PM

Originally Posted by beefmobile

no

DiMora · July 9th, 2009, 12:25 PM

Get an Optima FTW.

billy_the_kid · July 9th, 2009, 12:28 PM

Now, I have one month left on warranty. If I take my car to the dealership, do you think that I may get conficts or grief from them about replacing the battery if they see the under drive pulleys?

beefmobile · July 9th, 2009, 12:37 PM

Originally Posted by 05bluestang

^^likes homos

Originally Posted by billy_the_kid

Now, I have one month left on warranty. If I take my car to the dealership, do you think that I may get conficts or grief from them about replacing the battery if they see the under drive pulleys?

my guess is they wont even bother looking.

also, why cant you just go to autozone and buy one? i'm sure it'll be much cheaper and it's not like they're 'hard' to install or anything. i think autozone will even do it for you lol.

and i agree with whoever said get an optima

NastyFX4 · July 9th, 2009, 12:49 PM

I'd buy a new battery like a Optima and if it fixes the problem you're good to go. If it doesn't, it means one of the diodes in the alternator went out and you'll need a new alternator. There is a TSB on it as well with a NEW part number for the REVISED alternator. If they look it up through a parts catalog you will get the old alternator and it'll just happen again.

July 9th, 2009, 07:56 AM	#1
billy_the_kid Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 15 iTrader: 0 reviews	Steeda Under Drive Pulleys and Cranking Problems I had Steeda under drive pulleys install about one month ago. I have no problems with any of the accessories. Lights, AC and radio all work fine. I noticed at the beginning of this week that at startup, my engine cranks slow the first time and then starts with no problems. But I have also notice that each day the first crank is getting slower and slower. Any suggestions what the problem may be? __________________ 2006 Mustang GT, Steeda CAI, Steeda Underdrive Pulleys, Ford Racing 3.73 Gears, SCT X3 Tuner, Flowmaster Axle Backs

July 9th, 2009, 08:31 AM	#2
tarpeeler Regular 2008 GT Alloy 13.2@107 Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Wiesbaden Air Field, Germany Posts: 476 iTrader: 0 reviews	defect battery __________________ " I Am Tarpeeler, And I Approve This Message." Quarter Window Delete Member#1

July 9th, 2009, 10:28 AM	#6
QMSolutions Regular 2005 Roush Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 71 iTrader: 0 reviews	You need to run at least a 650cca battery with pulleys. __________________ www.quartermilesolutions.proboards58.com

July 9th, 2009, 10:31 AM	#8
05bluestang Enthusiast 2005 Mustang GT Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: I'm as bored as a midget in a theme park Posts: 661 iTrader: 2 reviews	Ford's got a TSB on the battery problem. I had to replace mine last year too. Nothing to do with the pullies........................ http://www.stangnet.com/images/stori...s/07-05-13.pdf __________________ 05 Sonic Blue GT, with a shitload of mods... Oh yea and a blower... bring it.................. Founder "Dead Battery Club"

July 9th, 2009, 12:08 PM	#11
billy_the_kid Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 15 iTrader: 0 reviews	If I replace the battery, will I need to relash the computer with my tuner? __________________ 2006 Mustang GT, Steeda CAI, Steeda Underdrive Pulleys, Ford Racing 3.73 Gears, SCT X3 Tuner, Flowmaster Axle Backs

July 9th, 2009, 12:25 PM	#14
DiMora More Is Better. 2006 Roush Stage 1 Blown Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Acworth, GA Posts: 2,911 iTrader: 1 reviews	Get an Optima FTW. __________________ Roush Short shifter / Carmen's 3.47" TVS pulley Roush TVS Supercharger Steeda suspension /Big Brakes Mac L/T's / Prochamber / Roush Extremes KB BAP "Daily Driver" RWHP: 492@9 PSI w/ LT's "Dyno Queen": 512@12 PSI-stock exhaust Mods in Garage

July 9th, 2009, 12:28 PM	#15
billy_the_kid Newbie Join Date: Feb 2008 Posts: 15 iTrader: 0 reviews	Now, I have one month left on warranty. If I take my car to the dealership, do you think that I may get conficts or grief from them about replacing the battery if they see the under drive pulleys? __________________ 2006 Mustang GT, Steeda CAI, Steeda Underdrive Pulleys, Ford Racing 3.73 Gears, SCT X3 Tuner, Flowmaster Axle Backs

July 9th, 2009, 12:49 PM	#17
NastyFX4 Made in U.S.A. 2011 F150 FX4 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 16,010 iTrader: 9 reviews	I'd buy a new battery like a Optima and if it fixes the problem you're good to go. If it doesn't, it means one of the diodes in the alternator went out and you'll need a new alternator. There is a TSB on it as well with a NEW part number for the REVISED alternator. If they look it up through a parts catalog you will get the old alternator and it'll just happen again. __________________

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