Gates timing belt kit, which for my needs?

Whoa!ShutItDown · 11-06-2011, 01:06 PM

First off, I did search, and thats why I have a question. Im at 104k on what Im assuming is the stock timing belt. I recently made 280whp 251wtq on a mustang dyno, if I ever do an sti tranny swap then Ill probably try for 300-320whp. But that probably wont happen soo lets stick with my current numbers. Would the standard Gates belt be good for my application? I read that the "super strong timing belt" may put excess tension on components, making it more likely to damage things. This is for my DD, no auto-x or track events, maybe a few 1/4 mile runs just to see what I can do. So should I go with the Gates Ultimate kit for $420 or the $315 Gates kit? Ill be ordering from IIR.

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Unabomber · 11-06-2011, 05:04 PM

You have not read the sticky threads. Do that BEFORE searching. Maintenance FAQ....get there son.

11-06-2011, 01:06 PM	#1
Whoa!ShutItDown Scooby Newbie Member#: 191700 Join Date: Oct 2008 Chapter/Region: Tri-State Location: Cicero, NY Vehicle: 2004 WR-Equis silver	Gates timing belt kit, which for my needs? First off, I did search, and thats why I have a question. Im at 104k on what Im assuming is the stock timing belt. I recently made 280whp 251wtq on a mustang dyno, if I ever do an sti tranny swap then Ill probably try for 300-320whp. But that probably wont happen soo lets stick with my current numbers. Would the standard Gates belt be good for my application? I read that the "super strong timing belt" may put excess tension on components, making it more likely to damage things. This is for my DD, no auto-x or track events, maybe a few 1/4 mile runs just to see what I can do. So should I go with the Gates Ultimate kit for $420 or the $315 Gates kit? Ill be ordering from IIR. * Registered users of the site do not see these ads.

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11-06-2011, 05:04 PM	#2
Unabomber Big Ron Moderator Member#: 18062 Join Date: Apr 2002 Chapter/Region: MAIC Location: I can save you a ton of cash Vehicle: on car parts so PM me b4 j00 buy	You have not read the sticky threads. Do that BEFORE searching. Maintenance FAQ....get there son.