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Re: Belts 9mm or 15mm?

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Originally Posted by Munchskull View Post
My biggest question when it comes to belts on drive teains is what am I gaining buy using two 15mm belt vs any chain. Weight savings is all I can find. I worry that the larger space taken up might not be worth it. That said belts are my go to choice for everything else, 3D printed pulleys anyone?
Unfortunately, when you sum up the extra width of 15mm belts and the weight of pulleys, the theoretical weight savings compared to #25 chain are nulled. :\
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