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capoMV6

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Timing Belt Change
« on: 03 September 2009, 09:20:37 »
Is it ok to use other brand of belt (OEM) aside from original VX.  The original cost too much here in the Philippines. An alternative is to use other  brands which are cheaper like Gates for example. Does this hold true for the bearings and waterpump?  Appreciate your advise. Thanks.
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Re: Timing Belt Change
« Reply #1 on: 03 September 2009, 09:29:49 »
gates or contitech are fine, ive found gates are good. :y
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Re: Timing Belt Change
« Reply #2 on: 03 September 2009, 10:01:21 »
Always had Gates fitted to my Fiats - never any complaints, good belts :y
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Re: Timing Belt Change
« Reply #3 on: 03 September 2009, 13:47:27 »
Both Gates and Contitech supply the kits to GM....so no issues with either of them
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Re: Timing Belt Change
« Reply #4 on: 03 September 2009, 19:48:27 »
Have used Contitech kits on both ours - good quality - got them from HERE
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