Gates 90-03 Integra 1.8L / 94-00 Integra 1.8L w/o Vtec Racing Performance Timing Belt

This Gates timing belt is constructed with a high-temperature resistant HNBR (hydrogenated nitrile butadiene rubber) elastomeric material, which is crucial for maintaining its integrity under the heat generated by the engine. It's designed to handle the demands of performance applications, ensuring reliable operation for your 1990-2001 Acura Integra or 1997-2001 Honda CR-V. This belt is specifically made for models without VTEC, ensuring a precise fit and function for those particular engines.

The advanced tooth profile on this belt helps to ensure proper meshing with the camshaft and crankshaft pulleys. This reduces the chance of slippage, which is critical for maintaining engine timing. A properly timed engine runs more efficiently and can produce better power, especially when you're pushing the engine harder. Gates uses a strong tensile cord reinforcement to prevent stretching, which is a common failure point in lesser timing belts.

When you're replacing your timing belt, it's a good idea to also consider replacing the tensioner and any idler pulleys at the same time. These components work together to keep the belt properly tensioned and aligned. Doing this all at once can save you labor down the road if one of those other parts fails shortly after the belt replacement.