Chain is available for 172 car brands
MINI 
SEAT 
LAND ROVER 
SUZUKI 
MITSUBISHI 
JAGUAR 
ALFA ROMEO 
OPEL 
PORSCHE 
JEEP 
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MG 
ISUZU 
IVECO 
ABARTH 
ROVER 
INFINITI 
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ASTON MARTIN 
TESLA 
MASERATI 
BENTLEY 
DS 
LDV 
LANCIA 
FORD USA 
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TALBOT 
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TRIUMPH 
PROTON 
LOTUS 
GREAT WALL 
ROLLS-ROYCE 
AUSTIN 
LAMBORGHINI 
BEDFORD 
CADILLAC 
ALPINA 
TVR 
AIXAM 
LADA 
MORRIS 
MORGAN 
CHERY 
MCLAREN 
PIAGGIO 
MAN 
HAVAL 
HUMMER 
MAHINDRA 
ALPINE 
BUGATTI 
GMC 
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TATA (TELCO) 
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GEELY (GLEAGLE) 
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LEVC 
ASIA MOTORS 
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UAZ 
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AUTO UNION 
AUTOBIANCHI 
NSU 
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BUICK 
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DR 
RAM 
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PAGANI 
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ARO 
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INNOCENTI 
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GAZ 
MERCURY 
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FSO 
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GLAS 
CARBODIES 
DE TOMASO 
LIGIER 
UMM 
MAYBACH 
SCION 
KTM 
THINK 
BESTURN (FAW) 
ALVIS 
GOUPIL 
POLESTAR 
BARKAS 
EBRO 
STEYR 
ZUENDAPP 
FORD OTOSAN 
MEGA 
PLYMOUTH 
OLDSMOBILE 
BERTONE 
SATURN 
INDIGO 
MINELLI 
SHELBY 
WIESMANN 
PUCH 
ASKAM (FARGO/DESOTO) 
JIANGLING LANDWIND 
SPYKER 
AUVERLAND 
FORD ASIA / OCEANIA 
JINBEI 
CASALINI 
PININFARINA 
BUICK (SGM) 
SHUANGHUAN AUTO 
ARTEGA 
MIA ELECTRIC 
STREETSCOOTER 
RUF 
KOENIGSEGG 
LLOYD 
VICTORY 
LYNK & CO 
GERMAN E-CARS 
RAVON 
POLARIS Chain manufacturers:
STARK
BOSCH
SKF
VALEO
LuK
MAPCO
ATE
TRW
FEBI BILSTEIN
VAICO
METZGER
RIDEX
SWAG
VEMO
- Chain Thickness [mm]: 9
- Packaging: Plastic case
- Tyre Size: 225-60-R14, 215-65-R14, 205-70-R14, 195-75-R14, 195-80-R14, 225-50-R15, 215-55-R15, 225-55-R15, 215-60-R15, 205-65-R15, 195-70-R15, 185-75-R15, 185-80-R15, 225-45-R16, 215-50-R16, 225-50-R16, 205-55-R16, 205-60-R16, 195-65-R16, 175-75-R16, 245-35-R17, 235-40-R17, 215-45-R17, 205-50-R17, 185-60-R17, 225-35-R18, 205-40-R18, 220-55-R390, 195-R14, 600-R14, 180-R15, 185-R15, 175-R16
- Wheel Diameter [inch]: 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 390
- Features: with rim protection
- Condition: New
Belt and chain drives: operating principle, malfunctions, repair and replacement
Belt and chain drives synchronize the rotation of the engine’s crankshaft and camshaft. They also power engine accessories.
Main types
By intended purpose:
- Timing drive. This drive can apply both belts and chains.
- Accessory drive. Only belts are used.
By belt type:
- Serpentine belt (v-ribbed belt). A torque is transmitted by means of the friction force.
- Toothed belt. The operating principle of the system is based on the meshing of the belt teeth with pulley grooves.
By chain type:
- Roller chain. It consists of alternating links of two types.
- Leaf chain. This one is made up of small metal plates and pins.
Main components and operation specifics of belt and chain drives
Tensioners are used to ensure proper belt or chain tensioning. Belt drives feature either manually or automatically adjustable pulleys. Chain drives have a special hydraulic tensioner with a slipper. Accessory drive systems comprise much more units. There you can find idlers that alter the path of the belt and ensure its secure contact with the engine accessory pulleys.
Most common malfunctions
- A worn-out belt material. This may happen due to undertensioned belt, improper pulley alignment or installation of a new part on the old drive components.
- Damaged fabric layer or tensile cord. The reasons for it can be the belt wobbling and the fact that the belt comes in contact with other components like flanges or bolts.
- Belt slipping and overheating. This may happen if the component becomes greasy because of bad seals.
- Cracks, grooves and barbs on tensioner pulleys. They can be caused by an overtightened belt.
- Tensioner pulley jams due to the damaged bearing.
- Faulty hydraulic chain tensioner. The reasons for it can be a stuck valve, a loose spring and clogged passages caused by untimely oil change.
Proven ways to extend the lifespan of the system
Proper belt or chain tension provides a long and flawless operation of the mechanisms. It should be adjusted not only when installed but during operation as well. All components of belt and chain drives should be replaced in kit with tensioner and idler pulleys, tensioners, and, if necessary, pulleys of the driven units. You should also change the motor oil in good time. Contaminated oil negatively affects the operation of tensioners, thus reducing the efficiency and working lifespan of belt and chain drives.
What you should know about repairing the belt and chain drives
These components can’t be repaired. If they fail, they have to be replaced. Using faulty parts may lead to malfunctions of the engine and its accessories.
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