timing belt replacement

[spydermonkey]

hi guys Im going to replace the timing belt in my 1993 integer ls hatchback and was wondering what kind of belt I should use and what the difference is in a normal timing belt and a racing timing belt.

 

[DonJulio]

Don't buy cheap ebay shit.

Oem or better than oem is the only option.

Or just throw your engine in the compactor while your ahead.


There is minimal if any difference, just colors and names.
Those serpentine belts must have a certain tensile strength and elasticity in order to hold it's shape, minimal shrinkage and continue to do so for 60-100k miles.

A lot of race cars like the Indy 500, rebuild their engine every 500-5000 miles. What makes you think they would design a belt to last 100k?

 

[DCiFound]

stick with OEM. Get your kit here, oemacuraparts.com. Call them to get the correct part #s and they will email you the list.
Race is for those that think its a race car on the streets

 

[osiris19]

Gates racing makes an excellent timing belt for a fair price.