{"product_id":"gates-90-05-mx-5-miata-1-6-1-8l-racing-performance-timing-belt","title":"Gates 90-05 MX-5 Miata 1.6\/1.8L Racing Performance Timing Belt","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan itemprop=\"sku\"\u003eT179RB\u003c\/span\u003e | \u003cstrong\u003eUPC:\u003c\/strong\u003e 770075249382\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGates 90-05 MX-5 Miata 1.6\/1.8L Racing Performance Timing Belt\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Gates Racing Performance Timing Belt T179RB delivers reliable power transfer for high-revving engines in 1990-2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1.6L B6-ZE and 1.8L BP models. Engineered for racing demands it fits select Mazda Protege MX-3 Ford Escort Mercury Capri Tracer and Kia Sephia vehicles with matching DOHC engines. Its advanced construction handles extreme heat and torque loads during track sessions or spirited drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCarbon Fiber Cords:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide 40% greater tensile strength than stock belts to prevent stretching under high RPM.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAramid Reinforced Teeth:\u003c\/strong\u003e GNX high-modulus facing ensures tooth stability and grip for precise valve timing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHigh Heat Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rated to 302 degrees F continuous operation resisting breakdown in racing conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSerrated Backing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rounded tooth design with flexible backing absorbs shock loads and boosts torque capacity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLightweight Design:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reduces rotational mass for quicker engine response and less stress on components.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplace water pump and tensioner during installation for full timing system refresh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect belt every 30,000 miles or after every race event.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in cool dry place away from oil and chemicals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProfessional installation recommended.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse factory service manual for camshaft timing marks alignment on Miata BP engines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires timing belt tensioner tool and crankshaft holder for proper setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eThis Part Fits\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003ctable 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