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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 04:47 PM
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I dont know if this is a question worth asking but Im installing a Goodyear V Belt to replace the worn stock belt. I heard that these belts not only dont squeak or squeal but they are supposed to be good for a pony or two. Just askin because it also seems to be a very popular replacement belt. I like the ribbed design too. If this is a dumb question, be kind with the responses, im sensitive.

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goodyear gatorback/v belt is a good belt but it will not give you 0.00000001% more power over the stock one.
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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 05:55 PM
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Originally Posted by imavettegirl
goodyear gatorback/v belt is a good belt but it will not give you 0.00000001% more power over the stock one.
I appreciate the intelligent response. The hp increase is part of that "Vette mentality". HA!
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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 08:14 PM
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Of course... if the belt was red.... you'd get 0.00000010% more power

Yep
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which is the same amount i said.

none.
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Old Feb 10, 2011 | 10:58 PM
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Originally Posted by imavettegirl
goodyear gatorback/v belt is a good belt but it will not give you 0.00000001% more power over the stock one.
i agree...they are very good belts had them on my stealth..when my z06 needs em i will prob put the good years on
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Originally Posted by imavettegirl
which is the same amount i said.

none.
I'm thinking you missed the irony....
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The only "belt mod" I know of is to remove the AC belt in the winter.

The AC pulley has some weight, not fighting it spinning up every gear s worth something.
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nope, it was clear.
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0.00000001%
Looks like the interest rate on my checking account.
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