lonstar7
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Jun 2009
Round Rock, TX
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I've been looking on line for a new timing belt for my TC. I have seen a number of belt kits marketed under various brand names, most of which I don't recognize. Like a lot of aftermarket parts, I suspect there may only be a few manufactures still making these belts so a lot of these may be the same belt sold under different names.
Do any of you guys have preferences for the brand of the timing belt? So far I haven't seen any Motorcraft brand belts, probably not available anymore.
Lonestar7
1988 Black/Red TC, 5 Speed, 92,400miles (on 4/14/2012). KYB Shocks And Struts, 140MPH Speedo, CHE Rear Control Arms, Otherwise Stock.
2005 Volkswagon Golf GLS 1.9L TDI Turbo Diesel, 5 Speed Manual, InMotion Stage II Chip Tuning
1998 Dodge Ram 2500 4X4, 5.9L Cummings Turbo Diesel, 5 Speed Manual
1988 Firebird Formula 350, 350ci Tuned Port Injection, 700R4 Auto
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Pete D
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Joined:
Apr 2001
Northern OH
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I've used whatever brand NAPA sells on more than one TC, no complaints here.
Pete Dunham
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Jeff K
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Apr 2001
Milwaukee, WI
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NAPA for me also. Be sure to replace the tensioner when you replace the belt.
Jeff Korn
88 Turbo Coupe: Intake and exhaust mods, T3 turbo at 24 psi, forced air IC, water injection, BPV, Ranger cam, subframes, etc., etc.
86 Tbird 5.0 (original owner): intake, exhaust, valvetrain mods, 100 HP N2O, ignition, gears, suspension, etc., etc.
11 Crown Vic Interceptor
14 Toyota Camry (wifes car)
95 Taurus GL Vulcan winter beater
67 Honda 450 Super Sport - completely customized
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Ryan H
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Oct 2004
Panama City, FL
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I have used just about all of them and never had any problems. I am partial to the Gatorback though, for no reason other than brand recognition.
'88 TC  Walbro 255HP, Stinger FMIC, PIT BOV, Pro 5.0, Kirban, RR cam, FRPP strut tower brace, T3
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bnate
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Oct 2009
Akron, OH/LaJose, PA
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I run gatorback belts as well.
88 TC 5spd- mostly stock dd 155K SOLD, 96 LX V8- all stock spare on 3rd intake in 130K, 96 F250 diesel 4x4- hauler 177K, 93 F250 diesel 4x4- plow truck 72K, 71 F100- toy soon to get V10 power, 01 H-D XL1200S, 65 GTO- neverending project . I have too much crap.
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lonstar7
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Joined:
Jun 2009
Round Rock, TX
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Quote:Originally posted by bnate:
I run gatorback belts as well.
I see that Autozone sell the Gaterback brand, belt with tensioned for $49.95
Lonestar7
1988 Black/Red TC, 5 Speed, 92,400miles (on 4/14/2012). KYB Shocks And Struts, 140MPH Speedo, CHE Rear Control Arms, Otherwise Stock.
2005 Volkswagon Golf GLS 1.9L TDI Turbo Diesel, 5 Speed Manual, InMotion Stage II Chip Tuning
1998 Dodge Ram 2500 4X4, 5.9L Cummings Turbo Diesel, 5 Speed Manual
1988 Firebird Formula 350, 350ci Tuned Port Injection, 700R4 Auto
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Redbone
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Apr 2009
Ashland, MO
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I prefer Goodyear and the Gates that are made in America. Made in America is usually my only criteria I look for and I have had good results
All your boost are belong to us
1988 TC 5m 3" elbow back exhaust(with cat and muffler), Walbro 255, gillis mbc, airbox removed w/ K&N cone, A/C removed, Spec clutch, Ranger roller swap.
John A.
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bnate
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Oct 2009
Akron, OH/LaJose, PA
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Quote:Originally posted by lonstar7:
Quote:Originally posted by bnate:
[b] I run gatorback belts as well.
I see that Autozone sell the Gaterback brand, belt with tensioned for $49.95 [/b]
yep, tough to beat i think. beats the 130 I just spent on a set for my DSM.
88 TC 5spd- mostly stock dd 155K SOLD, 96 LX V8- all stock spare on 3rd intake in 130K, 96 F250 diesel 4x4- hauler 177K, 93 F250 diesel 4x4- plow truck 72K, 71 F100- toy soon to get V10 power, 01 H-D XL1200S, 65 GTO- neverending project . I have too much crap.
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riisitas
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Joined:
Sep 2007
Las Vegas NV
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Quote:Originally posted by lonstar7:
Do any of you guys have preferences for the brand of the timing belt? So far I haven't seen any Motorcraft brand belts, probably not available anymore.
I got one from Ford last year. They were still available...
1988 TC 5 Speed Stock
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thumper
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Jun 2001
Dexter, MO
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Quote:I see that Autozone sell the Gaterback brand, belt with tensioned for $49.95 [/QB]
I looked into this a while back. You can get the Gatorback belt and tensioner separate for less money at my Autozone.
A.K.A. Corey Bennett
1988 TC: white, all options, 5-speed swap, K&N cone filter, "Ranger" roller camshaft, .60/.63 T3, NXS (Gillis-style) Boost Valve, Bosch BOV w/ check valve, Stinger 3" with axle dump (18" glass pack), 95A 3G
Some pictures: http://s639.photobucket.com/albums/uu111/cbennett4041/
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