It is the tie that binds: the Saturn Multi Rib Belt
Underneath the hood of a Saturn, one may easily examine all the complicated tasks
of the engine and all the other components that work together to run the car.
With all the separate parts that are supposed to work together, one may marvel
at the genius that makes the car function at sync in just a turn of a car key
in the ignition. But when one drives a Saturn, then one already knows the secret
behind the harmony of his car---the Saturn Multi Rib Belt.
The Saturn Multi Rib Belt, also called as serpentine belt, uses multiple Vs for more positive contact
with its mating pulleys. Its purpose is to provide power to engine-mounted accessories
such as the power steering pump, air conditioning compressor, mechanical cooling
fan, and air injection pump. Responding to the continuous usage of multi-rib drive
belt systems, torque transmission has developed this new line multi-rib pulleys
and drives.
The Saturn Multi Rib Belts feature lengthwise groove that provide drive-by adhesion. Compared with conventional
belts of the same width, these belts optimize the contact area while increasing
power transfer.
The thin cross-section profile allows for use with smaller pulleys than standard
V-belts. The drive width can be reduced because of the increased surface engagement,
which increases horsepower per inch of belt width compared to standard V-belts.
The Saturn Multi Rib Belt are available for different pulleys and drives in a wide variety of materials
as well as standard sizes.
It has been a fact that multi rib belts could only last for four years, or 50,000
miles. Belt slippage usually occurs due to low tension, wrong belt, or grease/oil.
Inspect the belt closely for any cracks in the ribbed area, and also, check the
backside of the grooves, fraying, or splitting. Though the random cracks across
the ribs signals normal belt wear, it is a good move to take a replacement. In
any case, one must be keen in having Saturn Multi Rib Belts installed in his car. Because even if the company is only in its early twenties,
it has already managed to produce durable car parts, thus leading them to be at
par with other car brands.