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Feedback on GMB Timing Parts vs. NTN (OEM)

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Old 04-28-2016, 09:03 AM
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I have an ECS Ultimate Plus timing kit that contains a mix of NTN and GMB timing pats.
The Dampener and Dampener Lever are NTN. But the Tensioner and Idler Rollers are GMB.
I know NTN is an OEM mfr. But GMB is not. It appears to be a lower cost (lower quality?) component set.
Before swapping out both rollers for NTN parts, whats the feedback from anyone who has used GMB?
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To be honest when I did mine I just did not notice. I do remember my rollers being NTN tho.
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