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05-22-2009, 11:36 AM
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The non-rev up new belt configuration requires a Gates 80 1/8" belt. It was posted many times that people use a 79.5" belt and the part number was even posted.
The 79.5" belt wouldn't even fit with my 3.12 pulley. it's a g35, i don't think that makes a difference but it was too short. I tried and 2 other mechanics tried to get it on there and no go. 80 1/8" works just fine for the 3.12 pulley though.
maybe the 79.5" is only needed for the 2.87 pulley then.
The 79.5" belt wouldn't even fit with my 3.12 pulley. it's a g35, i don't think that makes a difference but it was too short. I tried and 2 other mechanics tried to get it on there and no go. 80 1/8" works just fine for the 3.12 pulley though.
maybe the 79.5" is only needed for the 2.87 pulley then.
05-22-2009, 12:26 PM
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I can't speak from experience on vortech filters, but it looks like a gauze style filter media like k&n. I cleaned my CAI k&n about every oil change on my accord.
05-22-2009, 12:56 PM
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I'd like to try it before I leave for Zdayz on tuesday, but I'm afraid I mess it up and have no replacement.
Any clue where to order a replacement filter?
Any clue where to order a replacement filter?
05-22-2009, 03:42 PM
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I ordered longer than vortech filter(k&n) from autopartswarehouse but they canceled my order without telling me or ask. I have a part number at home. But u can put cai or k&n or filter on fi section, you will find a part number.
Edit: Part Number
Filter : RX-4140
Crank breath filter: 62-1020
Edit: Part Number
Filter : RX-4140
Crank breath filter: 62-1020
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05-22-2009, 03:52 PM
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The non-rev up new belt configuration requires a Gates 80 1/8" belt. It was posted many times that people use a 79.5" belt and the part number was even posted.
The 79.5" belt wouldn't even fit with my 3.12 pulley. it's a g35, i don't think that makes a difference but it was too short. I tried and 2 other mechanics tried to get it on there and no go. 80 1/8" works just fine for the 3.12 pulley though.
maybe the 79.5" is only needed for the 2.87 pulley then.
The 79.5" belt wouldn't even fit with my 3.12 pulley. it's a g35, i don't think that makes a difference but it was too short. I tried and 2 other mechanics tried to get it on there and no go. 80 1/8" works just fine for the 3.12 pulley though.
maybe the 79.5" is only needed for the 2.87 pulley then.
Anyone know why belt breaks? I know if belt was too tight, it can cause break the belt. but other reason can cause break belt? After install 2.87 and old belt, it was tight as when I had 3.12. I never break the belt with 3.12...and I wasn't even drive hard after install 2.87 with this belt...
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05-23-2009, 04:53 AM
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I used 80 1/8 gate belt on my 3.12 with gtm setup, so I bought a 79.5 inch belt for my 2.87 setup...79.5 was short...I just used 80 1/8 belt with 2.87 (same size with 3.12)
Anyone know why belt breaks? I know if belt was too tight, it can cause break the belt. but other reason can cause break belt? After install 2.87 and old belt, it was tight as when I had 3.12. I never break the belt with 3.12...and I wasn't even drive hard after install 2.87 with this belt...
Anyone know why belt breaks? I know if belt was too tight, it can cause break the belt. but other reason can cause break belt? After install 2.87 and old belt, it was tight as when I had 3.12. I never break the belt with 3.12...and I wasn't even drive hard after install 2.87 with this belt...
The other might be belt slip. Going to the 2.87 you might have some slip which would shorten it's life, but not enough slip to make it squeal. also look to see if somehting might be rubbing on it. That sucks the belt just broke.
About the filter, since it's the same material as k&n i would say a k&n filter recharge kit from an auto parts store should work just fine.
05-23-2009, 08:48 AM
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05-23-2009, 10:22 AM
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Yea kinda scary, it broke on highway. I wasbt even pass 3k rpms
I'm going to put new belt tonight...hate to driving my dad's car...lol
I'm going to put new belt tonight...hate to driving my dad's car...lol
being tight is one good reason.
The other might be belt slip. Going to the 2.87 you might have some slip which would shorten it's life, but not enough slip to make it squeal. also look to see if somehting might be rubbing on it. That sucks the belt just broke.
About the filter, since it's the same material as k&n i would say a k&n filter recharge kit from an auto parts store should work just fine.
The other might be belt slip. Going to the 2.87 you might have some slip which would shorten it's life, but not enough slip to make it squeal. also look to see if somehting might be rubbing on it. That sucks the belt just broke.
About the filter, since it's the same material as k&n i would say a k&n filter recharge kit from an auto parts store should work just fine.
05-23-2009, 10:54 AM
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When I bought my Vortech kit new it came with a 79.5 inch belt. Maybe Vortech made a change to the belt they supply now. Also my belt fit fine with the 3.12. When I upgraded to the 2.87 and GTM pulley mod I used the 79.5 belt and it was a perfect fit.