Re: [alfa] T-chains and belts

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Pontiac used a phenolic over steel gear teeth driving a "cheapy" chain (not roller) on their V8 engines back in the late 60's. Failure was common. 
Gwynne Spencer

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> Volvo used a phenolic to steel timing arrangement on their OHV engines for 
> years. I had the teeth strip on a section of the phenolic gear with no damage to 
> the engine. It just became very quiet - lost power too. 
> 
> Bruce Sharer 
> 4 Alfas 
> 3 Volvos 
> 1 Fiat 
> 1 Isuzu 
> 1 Honda Moped 
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