Any of you nuts use a Katech/Thunder Racing billet belt tensioners?
10-18-2006, 11:05 AM
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Any of you nuts use a Katech/Thunder Racing billet belt tensioners?
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I installed a blinged out water pump on my buddy's SS camaro last weekend and he had the TR one and it looked very very nice.
Lately my tensioner pulley has been chirping (probably needs grease) and I've noticed that it flexes when the motor is running.
The pics make it look like the Katech and TR piece are the same, but TR mars it up $10. Both come w/ a new pulley. I think I'm going to order the Katech one.
Anyone use one?
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I installed a blinged out water pump on my buddy's SS camaro last weekend and he had the TR one and it looked very very nice.
Lately my tensioner pulley has been chirping (probably needs grease) and I've noticed that it flexes when the motor is running.
The pics make it look like the Katech and TR piece are the same, but TR mars it up $10. Both come w/ a new pulley. I think I'm going to order the Katech one.
Anyone use one?
10-18-2006, 11:22 AM
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^ Thanks... I'm going to call Katech and order one. Any tips for belt tension? I'm guessing it's just like my beater Toyota truck... just good n' tight so you can move the belt some when pushed on w/ your finger.
10-18-2006, 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Cobra4B
Katech
Thunder Racing
I installed a blinged out water pump on my buddy's SS camaro last weekend and he had the TR one and it looked very very nice.
Lately my tensioner pulley has been chirping (probably needs grease) and I've noticed that it flexes when the motor is running.
The pics make it look like the Katech and TR piece are the same, but TR mars it up $10. Both come w/ a new pulley. I think I'm going to order the Katech one.
Anyone use one?
Thunder Racing
I installed a blinged out water pump on my buddy's SS camaro last weekend and he had the TR one and it looked very very nice.
Lately my tensioner pulley has been chirping (probably needs grease) and I've noticed that it flexes when the motor is running.
The pics make it look like the Katech and TR piece are the same, but TR mars it up $10. Both come w/ a new pulley. I think I'm going to order the Katech one.
Anyone use one?
Johnny
10-18-2006, 12:48 PM
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I have one on my LS1 powered C3 and have had zero problems with it. Mine is the Thunder Racing one but they just buy it from Katech and put their logo on it. Be carefuly of imposters. Jason from Katech said that there are immitation units out there that are nowhere near the quality of theirs.
10-22-2006, 11:00 AM
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Thanks guys.
Here's the story on the tensioner:
We developed it back in 1998 when the ASA engines began throwing belts. It did not come with a pulley. Thunder Racing is one of our dealers and has purchased them in the past. At some point, somebody copied our tensioner and Thunder buys some of those. Now they still buy ours sometimes and I don't know what their policy is on selling either of the two. About a year ago we redesigned our tensioner. The new design has some cutouts that looks nicer and weighs less (a nominal amount). We also began selling the tensioner with the pulley at no additional charge. The tensioner now comes fully assembled and torqued with locktite on the proper bolts. Also, it uses zinc-dichromate plated bolts for longevity. Whenever I see a tensioner with rusted bolts, I know it's one of the imposters. All authentic Katech tensioners have a laser etched Katech logo and part number. We now offer red and blue and soon to offer silver.
Here's the story on the tensioner:
We developed it back in 1998 when the ASA engines began throwing belts. It did not come with a pulley. Thunder Racing is one of our dealers and has purchased them in the past. At some point, somebody copied our tensioner and Thunder buys some of those. Now they still buy ours sometimes and I don't know what their policy is on selling either of the two. About a year ago we redesigned our tensioner. The new design has some cutouts that looks nicer and weighs less (a nominal amount). We also began selling the tensioner with the pulley at no additional charge. The tensioner now comes fully assembled and torqued with locktite on the proper bolts. Also, it uses zinc-dichromate plated bolts for longevity. Whenever I see a tensioner with rusted bolts, I know it's one of the imposters. All authentic Katech tensioners have a laser etched Katech logo and part number. We now offer red and blue and soon to offer silver.
10-22-2006, 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Katech
Thanks guys.
Here's the story on the tensioner:
We developed it back in 1998 when the ASA engines began throwing belts. It did not come with a pulley. Thunder Racing is one of our dealers and has purchased them in the past. At some point, somebody copied our tensioner and Thunder buys some of those. Now they still buy ours sometimes and I don't know what their policy is on selling either of the two. About a year ago we redesigned our tensioner. The new design has some cutouts that looks nicer and weighs less (a nominal amount). We also began selling the tensioner with the pulley at no additional charge. The tensioner now comes fully assembled and torqued with locktite on the proper bolts. Also, it uses zinc-dichromate plated bolts for longevity. Whenever I see a tensioner with rusted bolts, I know it's one of the imposters. All authentic Katech tensioners have a laser etched Katech logo and part number. We now offer red and blue and soon to offer silver.
Here's the story on the tensioner:
We developed it back in 1998 when the ASA engines began throwing belts. It did not come with a pulley. Thunder Racing is one of our dealers and has purchased them in the past. At some point, somebody copied our tensioner and Thunder buys some of those. Now they still buy ours sometimes and I don't know what their policy is on selling either of the two. About a year ago we redesigned our tensioner. The new design has some cutouts that looks nicer and weighs less (a nominal amount). We also began selling the tensioner with the pulley at no additional charge. The tensioner now comes fully assembled and torqued with locktite on the proper bolts. Also, it uses zinc-dichromate plated bolts for longevity. Whenever I see a tensioner with rusted bolts, I know it's one of the imposters. All authentic Katech tensioners have a laser etched Katech logo and part number. We now offer red and blue and soon to offer silver.
10-22-2006, 05:24 PM
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Originally Posted by Katech
Thanks guys.
Here's the story on the tensioner:
We developed it back in 1998 when the ASA engines began throwing belts. It did not come with a pulley. Thunder Racing is one of our dealers and has purchased them in the past. At some point, somebody copied our tensioner and Thunder buys some of those. Now they still buy ours sometimes and I don't know what their policy is on selling either of the two. About a year ago we redesigned our tensioner. The new design has some cutouts that looks nicer and weighs less (a nominal amount). We also began selling the tensioner with the pulley at no additional charge. The tensioner now comes fully assembled and torqued with locktite on the proper bolts. Also, it uses zinc-dichromate plated bolts for longevity. Whenever I see a tensioner with rusted bolts, I know it's one of the imposters. All authentic Katech tensioners have a laser etched Katech logo and part number. We now offer red and blue and soon to offer silver.
Here's the story on the tensioner:
We developed it back in 1998 when the ASA engines began throwing belts. It did not come with a pulley. Thunder Racing is one of our dealers and has purchased them in the past. At some point, somebody copied our tensioner and Thunder buys some of those. Now they still buy ours sometimes and I don't know what their policy is on selling either of the two. About a year ago we redesigned our tensioner. The new design has some cutouts that looks nicer and weighs less (a nominal amount). We also began selling the tensioner with the pulley at no additional charge. The tensioner now comes fully assembled and torqued with locktite on the proper bolts. Also, it uses zinc-dichromate plated bolts for longevity. Whenever I see a tensioner with rusted bolts, I know it's one of the imposters. All authentic Katech tensioners have a laser etched Katech logo and part number. We now offer red and blue and soon to offer silver.
nice product
10-23-2006, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by ErnieN85
So where is it actually sold you don't seem to have it for sale to the public (now) Checked Gulstrand, Thunder racing, UMI, none of them seem to have yours listed for sale?
10-23-2006, 08:44 AM
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Originally Posted by John Shiels
If I were you I'd have a sig with web link and link to product. How much is it?
I have to be careful. We are not a CF sponsor, so I can answer your questions but I can't solicit business.
10-23-2006, 08:52 AM
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I called Katech directly... it was waiting for me when I got home from VIR last night... what a goregous piece! I'll be putting it on tonight.
Hey Katech... can I get some stickers for my trailer and my toolbox? Free advertising.
My name is Brian Bowers you should have my info in your ordering system
Hey Katech... can I get some stickers for my trailer and my toolbox? Free advertising.
My name is Brian Bowers you should have my info in your ordering system
10-23-2006, 10:03 AM
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Originally Posted by Cobra4B
I called Katech directly... it was waiting for me when I got home from VIR last night... what a goregous piece! I'll be putting it on tonight.
Hey Katech... can I get some stickers for my trailer and my toolbox? Free advertising.
My name is Brian Bowers you should have my info in your ordering system
Hey Katech... can I get some stickers for my trailer and my toolbox? Free advertising.
My name is Brian Bowers you should have my info in your ordering system
Thanks. What color is your trailer?
10-23-2006, 10:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Katech
Thanks. What color is your trailer?
Old pic. It's black/red for the most part. I peeled all the previous owner's stickers off and am starting fresh.
And my tool box is black! Well was black before the stickers
Thanks
10-23-2006, 10:24 AM
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Originally Posted by Randy@DRM
Good buy!!! The best piece out there, your belt will thank you.
Randy
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