[Vwdiesel] Anyone know how to use the VW210 TB tension gauge?

[Kneale Brownson]

Finally found someone with the directions for using the VW210 timing belt tensioner tool.
   
  A page of directions from one of the tool suppliers is at:
   
  http://www.pbase.com/kneale_brownson/image/84921061
   
  Basically, it says to turn the knurled knob until its bevelled edge sits on the index mark of 13--the 13 index marks called for in the Bentley--and install it on the belt between the camshaft and injection pump.  The sliding marker in the barrel should move to align with the bevel of the knob if the tension is correct.  If it disappears inside the knob, the tension is too great. If it doesn't reach the bevel, the tension is too loose, and the belt should be tightened until the sliding mark meets the knob edge.
   
  Thanks for those who offered suggestions.

LBaird119 at aol.com wrote:
  In a message dated 8/30/2007 11:41:14 AM Pacific Daylight Time, 
knealeski at sbcglobal.net writes:

> Anybody have step-by-step directions for using the diesel timing belt 
> tension gauge VW210? You can see one at 
> http://www.pbase.com/kneale_brownson/image/84722362 
> 
> I understand that the belt goes between the fingers on the base of the tool 
> and the spring-loaded plunger that sticks out of the barrel with the numbers 
> on it.
> 
> The Bentley says I need a measurement of "12-13 index marks". How do I 
> achieve that measurement? Where do I start? Are "index marks" the white numbers 
> on the barrel or the black numbers on the handle?
> 

As I recall you put the tool on the timing belt after 
setting tension. Crank the knob to the desired setting 
on the scale. Read where the sliding white-mark part is 
pointing to. That's your tension. Adjust belt tension 
and recheck if necessary.
Loren