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The belt only seems to last 2 weeks before it starts squeeling. Never had a problem before I built the 408. All the local parts stores stock are gates belts, 2 part #'s, I have tried 2 of each.
Make sure the crank pulley isn't loose. I ran into some belt squealing after I rebuilt my motor, it turns out the pulley worked it's way loose yet it wasn't visibly wobbly while running.
Crank pulley is tight. I replaced the tensioner pulley and idler pulley when I built the motor. I just ordered a gatorback belt today when I was at work so we will see if that fixes it.
Crank pulley is tight. I replaced the tensioner pulley and idler pulley when I built the motor. I just ordered a gatorback belt today when I was at work so we will see if that fixes it.
It's recommended that belt replacement is done with the new tensioner. Not to mention belt type/brand make a difference. I did the same thing, new tensioner old belt. New idler pulley, still noisy. Then bought the 'better' belt and a few rides later it started making noise again..long story short, several belts (brands) later I buy the 'cheap o' and quiet as can be