* * * * * CAUTION * * * * * Gates T195 OEM Replacement Timing Belts ARE WRONG

[DrGonzo]

May want to pop onto the other site as there is a thread over there also that will need your clarification.....

[Jimvr4]

I find it curious that the Mitsu OEM belts do fit tightly around the large sprocket. Does this say the OEM belt has a different tolerance or behaves differently under tension than the Gates belt?

[Maximal]

Well it sounds like Aaron solved the mystery however both the standard and racing belt I have in stock fits around the pulley without issue. It was a bit tough to get it to seat towards the end but when putting a bit of pressure on it I was able to get it to look like the one Hans posted.

Between that and what Aaron said I'm pretty confident in these belts still, I wouldn't hesitate to put either on my car.

[Maximal]

Pic of the racing belt for comparison.

[Ninja Performance]

I have the regular gates belt and Race belt here used and new and both fit fine. I was able to duplicate the original posters pic by not seating it just right or not wrapping it around hard enough. But in the end, they all fit perfect.

-Chris

[IPD]

I have the regular gates belt and Race belt here used and new and both fit fine. I was able to duplicate the original posters pic by not seating it just right or not wrapping it around hard enough. But in the end, they all fit perfect.

-Chris

thanks

[speedy25]

Hmmmm... I think further response from Aaron is needed.

While I understand the statement about the belts being tested under tension, I thought they didnt stretch or the amount of stretch would be minimal. Seeing the pics from Eric, I would also assume the pitch of the belt is wrong. Running it would damage the sides of the teeth on both components.

I spent a number of years in a rubber research lab so i am familiar with construction and testing. I'd like to know more about how Gates does it.

-SP

[Steve '92ES]

I spent a number of years in a rubber research lab

Huh. And Aaron's the one with the Trojan avatar. Go figure...