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Serpentine belt

Old Feb 27, 2021 | 01:02 AM
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I need to replace my serpantine belt.
I've seen some for $100 and others for $25. Is there a reason for the price difference? Is the quality very different or will I be ok with a $25 one?
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Old Feb 27, 2021 | 01:35 AM
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I use the Napa belt which I believe is a rebranded Gates on my '00.

https://www.napaonline.com/en/p/NBG2...ndex=Universal

One thing that I have found is when tightening it the "Yeah that looks about right" method doesn't really cut it.
So I bought one of these:

Amazon Amazon

New Belt: 180-200 lbs
Used Belt: 140-160 lbs

I always go towards the lower end of those specs above.
Oh and in case it matters there is a lifetime warranty on the Napa belt.
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Old Feb 27, 2021 | 05:34 AM
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Probably the same as with tyres:
by a decent brand one
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Old Feb 27, 2021 | 06:22 AM
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