It is very inexpensive to replace a serpentine belt, fan belt, AC belt, or power steering belt whether it’s broken or loose. The replacement cost of a drive belt is only going to be between $100 and $200 in most cases. The belt itself will cost between $30 and $90 while the labor costs will probably be between $150 and $200. Gates K070701 = 70.7" or 1796mm. Bando 7PK1781 or Honda 38920-RAA-A03 = 70.1" or 1781mm. Apparently, the Gates belt has an outside circumference that was 0.6" "longer" than the Genuine Honda or the OES Bando belt. In the interest of repairing vehicles correctly, I purchased a Bando 7PK1781 belt and installed it onto the vehicle. Timing Belt vs. Chain. The timing chain functions in the same way that a timing belt does. The difference between the two is simply the material and location. One is constructed of metal and the other, a reinforced rubber. Though timing chains were used first, belts were introduced into vehicles in the 1960s. The majority of belt drives use V-belts, which use a trapezoidal cross section to create a wedging action on the pulleys to increase friction and improve the belt’s power transfer capability. Joined or multiple belts are specified for heavy loads. V-belt drives can have a peak efficiency of 95% or more at the time of installation. Chapter 1: What are Flat Belts. Flat belts are power transmission belts that are flat and made of rubber, synthetic composites, or leather. They are used to transfer rotational power in industrial equipment and conveyor systems. Flat belts have a low profile with a positive grip, which makes them suitable for high-speed drive applications. WpX8Su.

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