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Post by keltex78 on Feb 24, 2014 17:35:53 GMT -5
Just to make sure I'm clear on the issue and final analysis: You serviced the Variator and replaced old rollers with new Dr. Pulley sliders, and replacing the factory Gates belt with a new 'el cheapo' brand belt 'while you were in there'. Within 50 miles said 'cheap' belt failed. You re-installed the 'old' gates belt to get the scoot home, but left the cover off for the short ride. Upon arriving home you discovered some severe 'mystery' wear on the belt. Subsequent investigation revealed that without the cover on, a part of the center stand was allowed to make contact with the belt, causing the wear. Final conclusion is the 'new' belt was just plain junk and simply failed, and the 'wear' on the gates belt was a result of the cover not protecting the belt allowing the center stand to make contact, not a symptom of the initial belt failure. Sound about right? Exactly! Except Dr. Pulley rollers instead of the sliders. |
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Post by spandi on Feb 24, 2014 18:22:28 GMT -5
So I guess order two new Gates belts.  |
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Post by mopedjay on Feb 25, 2014 7:38:20 GMT -5
the stock gates belts are great or the malossi kevlar belt will outlast your scooter
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Post by keltex78 on Feb 28, 2014 11:33:49 GMT -5
Final update:
I emailed Parts For Scooters who sold the generic belt and showed them the picture and within an hour they offered to refund me for the belt. I have been happy with the quick turnaround and service I've received from them, both in shipping my order, and in handling the issue I encountered. They seem to be a very good place to do business with.
I was also told they plan to begin stocking Bando belts in the near future so that's some good news...
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Post by fugaziiv on Feb 28, 2014 12:12:07 GMT -5
Final update: I emailed Parts For Scooters who sold the generic belt and showed them the picture and within an hour they offered to refund me for the belt. I have been happy with the quick turnaround and service I've received from them, both in shipping my order, and in handling the issue I encountered. They seem to be a very good place to do business with. I was also told they plan to begin stocking Bando belts in the near future so that's some good news... We'll be looking at both Gates and Bando in that size. Honestly, I'm surprised that we didn't have a Gates in stock already, but sometimes details slip through the cracks. Anyway, I'm sorry that the belt you got failed, and I hope that in the future you'll continue to look our way for parts. Matt |
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Post by keltex78 on Feb 28, 2014 13:16:20 GMT -5
Glad to see we have rep from Parts For Scooters here on the board! Again, I've been very happy with the service I've received! Even shocked at the quick shipping turnaround I received! Great service, and I'll definitely be using you for any future needs...
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Post by fugaziiv on Feb 28, 2014 13:34:03 GMT -5
That sounds great, thanks!
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