Are Gates belt good?
The Gates serpentine belt is a heavy-duty belt with praiseworthy quality and resistance. It’s resistant to heat and cracks, and it’s thicker than most OEM belts.
What are Gates timing belts made of?
HNBR elastomeric composites
Gates timing belts are constructed with HNBR elastomeric composites and a specially designed tensile cord and tooth jacket for high strength and heat resistance, engineered to hold up to the rigors of high horsepower from the road to the racetrack.
How long do timing belt’s usually last?
between 60,000 and 105,000 miles
This is where all of the discrepancy of maintenance and replacement occurs. Depending on what schedule you may read, including information distributed by the manufacturers themselves, the average life span of a timing belt is between 60,000 and 105,000 miles or after 7 to 10 years regardless of mileage.
Is a performance timing belt worth it?
Your car’s timing belt is one of the most important pieces of equipment in your car. It’s responsible for keeping your engine running, not just at its peak performance, but at all. The timing belt is what causes the camshaft in your engine to open and close the valves at precise intervals.
Where are Gates belts manufactured?
Gates Manufacturing Facilities Davie, FL (Sales and Dist.) Galesburg, IL (Fluid Power Prod.) Brantford, Ontario, Canada (Dist.) Guadalajara, Mexico (Dist.)
Do Gates belts have warranty?
Gates Timing Belts are approved as original equipment by virtually every major automotive manufacturer and come with a limited warranty.
Will new timing belt improve performance?
No timing belt will give an increase in performance – it’s just not possible. Its main job is to keep the timing in check. Having your timing belt replaced and noticing an increase in performance is just a mix of the engine operating at peak efficiency and a good hit of placebo effect thrown in for good measure!
Are aftermarket timing belts good?
OEM and Aftermarket Timing Belts As with many auto parts, some aftermarket components are of higher quality than OEM components. This is because aftermarket manufacturers may use superior materials to construct the belt. Also, they may use better manufacturing techniques and more stringent testing.
Does timing belt affect RPM?
1: Engine Issues at High RPM Your timing belt consists of rubber teeth that fit into the gears in your crankshaft. As your timing belt wears, these teeth will become deteriorated, meaning that at higher RPM it will have trouble gripping the gears.
Where are Dayco timing belts made?
Dayco timing belts made in China.
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