Gates 91132 Krikit II Drive Belt Tension Gauge

[BajaRon]

These Krikit II gauges are very accurate and quite handy to have. I get a lot of requests for this gauge but I can't always get them for a good price. I recently got a good deal on them so I'm making them available for $18.95 shipped.

There is a great little video I've attached showing how this gauge works. This is the heavier gauge designed for the flat belts we run on our Spyders.

There is just one gauge labeled by different companies. The video is of a Dayco gauge but it's just a relabeled Gates gauge (which is the one I have).

I can ship these worldwide for a bit more.

You can PM me here on Spyderlovers or email me at fyredad@hotmail.com

[Big Arm]

Another great deal from Ron. If I didn't already have one, I'd jump on this deal.
We all appreciate what you do for us. Thanks.

[PMK]

Email sent

PK

[spydercamp13]

PM sent, Randy

[Chupaca]

already have one but thats a great deal...

[ahh-cool]

already have one but that's a great price

[Bensonoid]

Email on it's way.

[Purple Guy]

Looks like something I need in my toolbox!

[AY4B]

Ron can you post that chart that gives the recommended tension for all our Spyders? I remember you posting it on another thread but this thread can be a better go to to find it.
Also where on the belt is the best place to get a reading? Can it be done on the bottom side? I would have to remove lots of tupperware to get to the top side.

[BajaRon]

Ron can you post that chart that gives the recommended tension for all our Spyders? I remember you posting it on another thread but this thread can be a better go to to find it.
Also where on the belt is the best place to get a reading? Can it be done on the bottom side? I would have to remove lots of tupperware to get to the top side.

The instructions say to put the gauge centered on the belt left and right and also centered between the 2 pulleys and that is what I have always done. If you do the bottom of the belt you'd need to do it from the underside (flat side). I would take several readings from the top of the belt and then several readings from the bottom. If the tension reading is the same or close then I don't see any reason you couldn't use the bottom of the belt. It will probably be more difficult using the tool upside down but not impossible.

I've gotten a lot of inquiries about setting the proper belt tension with the Krikit II. This tool is simple, very easy to use and quite accurate when done correctly. But you need numbers!

Doing some research and crunching/converting the values (Newtons to Pound Force) this is what I came up with. The original Newton specs. came off of the Internet. You should check your owner's manual to verify my numbers.

Tension values for the 2013-2015 Spyder Belt are higher than for the 2008-2012 Spyders. I did not calculate 'Wheel on the Ground' figures for the 2013-2015 models as they will exceed the 330 lb. measuring limit on the Krikit II gauge. 2013-2015 Spyder owners will need to raise the rear wheel off the ground to get an accurate belt tension measurement with the Krikit II gauge.

998cc All Models (2008 - 2012)	Min	Spec	Max
Newtons - Wheel Elevated	300n	450n	600n
Pound Force - Wheel Elevated - Krikit II	67 lbs.	101 lbs.	135 lbs.
Pound Force - Wheel on the Ground - Krikit II	130 lbs.	160 lbs.	190 lbs.

998cc All Models (2013-2015)	Min	Spec	Max
Newtons - Wheel Elevated	900n	1050n	1200n
Pound Force - Wheel Elevated - Krikit II	202 lbs.	236 lbs.	270 lbs.

1330cc All Models (2014-2015)	Min	Spec	Max
Newtons - Wheel Elevated	900n	1050n	1200n
Pound Force - Wheel Elevated - Krikit II	202 lbs.	236 lbs.	270 lbs.

[AY4B]

Thanks Ron, I also found the thread that has more discussion that you posted.
http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/s...hlight=newtons

[GeorgiaBill]

Ron, thanks for the link to the video and the table with tension numbers. I'm searching for suggestions for reducing belt vibration and came across this.

-Bill