Kricket vs 9201 vs 920X - which route to go ?
12-19-2007, 01:34 PM
#16
Nordschleife Master
Ive used the 9201 a few times and could never get consistant results with it. Never had problems using the 920x. I trust Bruce Arnn did something right... over 30k miles on my timing belt with the belt tensioned for 15k miles using his original AWX tensioner and another 15k tensioned using the 920x. Another 5k on the new timing belt tensioned with the 920x. Ive done a few other cars using the 920x and never had problems. Easier to use than the 9201 and i can actually get consistent results with it. I havent touched the 9201 since i got the 920x, i keep it as a novelty if anything 
.
.
12-19-2007, 01:54 PM
#17
Racer
Join Date: May 2006
Location: Orlando
Posts: 429
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Ive used the 9201 a few times and could never get consistant results with it. Never had problems using the 920x. I trust Bruce Arnn did something right... over 30k miles on my timing belt with the belt tensioned for 15k miles using his original AWX tensioner and another 15k tensioned using the 920x. Another 5k on the new timing belt tensioned with the 920x. Ive done a few other cars using the 920x and never had problems. Easier to use than the 9201 and i can actually get consistent results with it. I havent touched the 9201 since i got the 920x, i keep it as a novelty if anything .
.
12-19-2007, 02:04 PM
#18
Three Wheelin'
Join Date: Jun 2003
Location: Phoenix, Az
Posts: 1,854
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I have the 9201 and the kricket. Personally I would never use the kricket or the twist method on a 944. To me it's not work the risk of bending valves. I use the kricket for a/c and alt. on 911s. After seeing how sensitive the 9201 is I wouldn't feel comfortable using the other methods. I think most people that have acually used the 9201 would feel the same. I can't comment on the 920x I have never used it, but it seems to be a cheaper alternative.
87951
12-19-2007, 02:43 PM
#19
Really? I find that 'level' actually makes them appear askew in respect to the room (floor is off by about 1/64" per foot from gravity level), so I adjust them accordingly. Works out to about 1'' (or 0.0002 degrees) from vertical.
12-19-2007, 04:48 PM
#20
Advanced
Join Date: Dec 2005
Location: Niagara Park NSW Australia
Posts: 54
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I've got both a 9201 and 920x and found both to be easy to use and give repeatable readings - and yes the 920x is spot on (compared to the 9201) if you follow the instructions.
No experience with the kriket but from reports I've heard I would not trust it.
Given the price, I'd go 920x - yes it's a lot more than a Kriket, but it is cheap insurance.
No experience with the kriket but from reports I've heard I would not trust it.
Given the price, I'd go 920x - yes it's a lot more than a Kriket, but it is cheap insurance.
12-19-2007, 09:29 PM
#21
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 891
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Wow, all good things to know.
When I email'd Bruce about his tools, he responded by the end of the day which i think is pretty acceptable. I was thinking about his max tool kit since it has all the special wenches for doing the belts and seals and such. Yep, I think that is the route that I will go.
Tom
When I email'd Bruce about his tools, he responded by the end of the day which i think is pretty acceptable. I was thinking about his max tool kit since it has all the special wenches for doing the belts and seals and such. Yep, I think that is the route that I will go.
Tom
12-19-2007, 11:29 PM
#22
Burning Brakes
Join Date: May 2005
Location: Wooster, OH / Parkersburg, WV
Posts: 780
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Tom, I wouldn't waste my money, unless you've got it to burn. I've done quite a few tensions by feel and how they sound. With 12,000 miles on my rebuild and 3 or 4 other 944's running around with belt jobs that I have helped tension, I'm not saying I'm an expert, I just think that when it comes to belt tension people are a little paranoid. Check them periodically and keep up the maintenance you'll be fine.
By the way you should have a tensioning party, there are quite a few listers round these parts who would be more than willing to lend a hand. Where are you located? I'm in Clintonville, there are a couple on campus, more out east, Grove City, Lancaster, we're everywhere. Unfortunately with all the salt on the roads I think all the cars are hibernating.
By the way you should have a tensioning party, there are quite a few listers round these parts who would be more than willing to lend a hand. Where are you located? I'm in Clintonville, there are a couple on campus, more out east, Grove City, Lancaster, we're everywhere. Unfortunately with all the salt on the roads I think all the cars are hibernating.
12-21-2007, 10:00 AM
#24
Burning Brakes
Thread Starter
Join Date: Mar 2004
Location: Central Ohio
Posts: 891
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
I'm over on the east edge of Pickerington, just off of I 70 (eas of columbus a little bit).
Like your idea of a belt change party, maybe if the weather clears up then I'll get something going.
PM me if you want to come out sometime and check out my project. Workin to turn it into a spec racer.
Tom
Like your idea of a belt change party, maybe if the weather clears up then I'll get something going.
PM me if you want to come out sometime and check out my project. Workin to turn it into a spec racer.
Tom
12-21-2007, 10:20 AM
#25
Resistance is Futile
Lifetime Rennlist
Member
Lifetime Rennlist
Member
Not sure why I didn't get your reply notification - other folks have made mention of the sporadic delivery as well... nonetheless, my laser level on slab is the reference point... thus, we're both good. No bubble levels here my man.
