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Old 28-05-12, 07:52 AM   #1
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Looking to buy a timing belt and water pump, can anyone offer feedback on the folliowing brands;

- Gates
- BGA
- SKF
- Febi??
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Old 28-05-12, 08:54 AM   #2
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Gates belts are A1
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Old 29-05-12, 01:36 PM   #3
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Just found out that the SKF kit has a Gates belt as part of the kit...

What does everyone think of Dayco? Are they okay? (Best price so far)
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IIRC dayco was something "not so good"

I would go for that SKF kit, also because of SKF itself
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IIRC dayco was something "not so good"

I would go for that SKF kit, also because of SKF itself
Dayco are OEM suppliers to the likes of Volvo etc, so have to be good quality.
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I am reassured by the fact Dayco are OEM suppliers, saw that on their website - did they used to have a worse reputation?
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yes gates are really good just purchased a gates full cambelt kit for my vw corrado and the other 2 drive belts too tidy gear
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