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Re: Timing Belts for 6W Drive

Sounds like with timing belts it's harder to order the right thing and set-up, but may be more durable and not need tensioning.

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Originally Posted by Teched3 View Post
I would also suggest using a COTS belt rather than try to put a custom length onto your machine.

We have also used the drive configuration you are considering, but would suggest runnng the wheel to wheel belt from the mid wheel to the front, rather than the rear.
What is a COTS belt? Great suggestion with having transmissions in back, will do.