New timing belt idler rubs on cover??

[EdNerd]

Just installed the new idler that came with my timing belt kit. If I turn it back and forth with a finger on the inner edge (where the belt will ride) the back of the idler rubs against the lip of the inner cover. I've seen this mentioned a time or three, but never with a correction.

Is this just the luck of the draw with parts?
Should I cut out that section of the cover edge?
Go get a new idler?
Or don't worry because it shouldn't affect the belt any?

(Not trying to be paranoid - I just don't know what's waiting to get me!)
Ed

[petrified.rabbit]

is the rubbing only while there is no tension? or is that with it all reassembled?
Can you compare it to the old one and see a difference, installed correctly? no dimples or any alignment pins that is pushing it out?

[slayerized6]

Is the new belt wider than the old belt? I would make sure every thing is aligned correct. The timing belt is not something you want to neglect.

[petrified.rabbit]

with no answer from OP.. here is my thought. Its not right, don't use it.

[EdNerd]

All the parts compared the same in size.
The old idler didn't show any wear from rubbing.
I removed the new idler and then reinstalled it.

I think the inner cover was a touch out of place from bending it up to remove the water pump. After everything was completely finished and buttoned up, the engine started without a hitch and no rubbing was heard. So mebbe I popped the cover back into place?? Or reinstalling the idler did the trick? Or it settled into a new position with a tensioned belt??

Since the top outer cover isn't that big of a deal to get off, maybe an inspection is warranted a week or two down the road??

Ed

[xintersecty]

I would inspect it. That is a part that has exploded a few engines before the timing belt.

[EdNerd]

Okay - it's on the calendar for two weeks out.
Or less, if noise is heard.

Noise can indicate a problem.
Noise suddenly stopping is a whole 'nuther problem!

Ed