Belt Shortening Tips

[Ernst]

Is there enough space to add idlers? If not, then your best bet is to buy a new belt. Once you cut a belt, you cut not only the exterior surface, but also the interior wires, and whether they're made of Kevlar, steel, or anything else, you seriously reduce the strength of the belt.

[JosephC]

Originally Posted by ZehP

Is there enough space to add idlers? If not, then your best bet is to buy a new belt. Once you cut a belt, you cut not only the exterior surface, but also the interior wires, and whether they're made of Kevlar, steel, or anything else, you seriously reduce the strength of the belt.

Said it all, We once tried cutting our belts. Never ever again.