Stock Belt vs Aftermarket

[KevinF]

Just looking for some advice on the belt topic. Was quoted over $200.00 for a new belt on my 09 Assault. After regaining consciousness I started looking for aftermarket replacements. Obviously I'd like to run what's best for my rig, but would like to do that at a fair price. I'm willing to pay for the belt of it's going to last so any thoughts would be much appreciated. I found a Dayco XTX 5020 for around $150.00 at a local auto store. So stock or aftermarket? Thanks.

 

[OnlyPolaris]

stock all the way. they will give you the best performance.

 

[lilduke]

stock all the way. they will give you the best performance.

why is that. what makes them perform better

 

[sledneck_03]

I run the carlile, or whatever........ runs fine, its stickier so i had to drop weights from 76s to 74s. when it blows it will blow............ tears ch!t up. But meh........my stock 700 dosent blow belts.

 

[Blackzed]

Stock I have 3 seasons on 1 belt now . If your are blowing belts you might need to get an alinement.


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[hecks]

Look into venting your clutch side as well (if you haven't already)

 

[Ol' Skool]

Ive run the Dayco XTX on my 700's and have had no concerns. Power and reliability are just as good as Polaris belts. Think Polaris actually makes their own belts? I doubt it.

 

[St0rm77]

got an 09 assault and have always run the 115 belt. change it for the sake of changing it every year at the begining of the season for giggles..... haven't blown one apart yet. mind you, i have been deligent with including clutch alignment checking into my pre-season routine.