Cambelt tensioner bearings

[Dukedesmo]

Originally Posted by Flip

Yes I changed my clutch pressure plate bearing too but that’s not a C3 spec as apparently it runs cooler- I do have an open cover though.

I've always used C3 on clutches, not had a problem. I would think they run as hot as the belt tensioners as they're essentially part of the engine/heat sink, although an open cover will help.

For what they cost I treat them as a service item, replace every two or three years along with the belts.