Gates T43131 Timing Belt Pulley Review

This pulley did not meet my expectations .While the design was compatible with my automotive needs the quality of the product was severely lacking. Despite its initial functionality, it quickly deteriorated and required frequent replacements. Its weak construction and inefficiency have made me lose trust in the brand..

Although the title says it is a timing belt pulley, the description is more accurate as it is a timing belt tensioner/damper. This is a revised model from what you can find in OEM stock. I installed one of these on a 2002 PT Cruiser to replace the original design and found it to last longer than the original version. I highly recommend replacing the timing belt idler pulley, timing belt, and water pump at the same time as replacing the water pump, which typically lasts around 80-90k miles…