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Well, after dealing with my belts squeeling for like 2 weeks, I decided to do something about it. Read over a few posts and found you guys seem to favor Gatorback belts. Damn, you guys are right, it works wonders! I replaced the tensioner while I was at it, my old one was definitely shot. So now I no longer have annoying belts.
Thanks guys!
 
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yay! i love my gatorback.
 
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Yeah, it's sweet. Took me a while to figure out how to get the belt on though, lol. Also got a nice sheered knuckle doing it. All in a days work. I even tested it muddin today, never squeeled at all. Any idea why it works so good though? It makes me wonder...
 
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The way it grips due to the 'gator' styled design as compared to a smooth belt is why it grips so good.. it "wraps" around the metal as it is spining by; I love Gatorback belts, and ALWAYS recommend them whether you have a squeek or not
 
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Originally Posted by Igobytwitch
Also got a nice sheered knuckle doing it. All in a days work.
The job is never done until you add your own blood. Gatorback belts are pretty damn good too!!
 
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Originally Posted by WowMike2001
The way it grips due to the 'gator' styled design as compared to a smooth belt is why it grips so good.. it "wraps" around the metal as it is spining by; I love Gatorback belts, and ALWAYS recommend them whether you have a squeek or not
That makes sense. Thanks!
 
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