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Belts vs. Chains

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  1. Robb

    Robb Moderator Moderator Lifetime Rossa Owner

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    Hey there,

    Which models run on chains and which on belts.

    Would you say the chain versions are more "bulletproof" and less expensive to maintain?

    Thanks.

    Robb Williamson
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    Robb, Jun 15, 2004
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  2. Auraraptor

    Auraraptor F1 World Champ Lifetime Rossa Owner

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    Every classic runs belts, save the 365/400/412 series.

    Most belts require engine out, making them more expensive.

    All like to leak, but are pretty sturdy otherwise.
     
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  3. Robb

    Robb Moderator Moderator Lifetime Rossa Owner

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    Thanks for the quick list Omar.

    Just what I needed to know. Belts it is, with engines out then.

    Robb Williamson
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  4. Steve Magnusson

    Steve Magnusson Two Time F1 World Champ Lifetime Rossa

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    Aren't 206/246 also chain drive for the cams?
     
    Steve Magnusson, Jun 15, 2004
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  5. tbakowsky

    tbakowsky F1 World Champ Consultant Professional Ferrari Technician

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    Yes they are. None of the Ferrari V8 cars are chain driven(yet). The last chain driven 12 cylinder was the 412 I beleive. Correct me if I'm wrong please.
     
    tbakowsky, Jun 15, 2004
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  6. PSk

    PSk F1 World Champ

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    I think the Enzo is chain driven ... but that might be the start of the reversal to chains.

    Pete's not totally sure
     
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  7. Attitude928

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    Classic Maseratis are chains....None of that engine-out belt $tuff.
     
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