RCM High Grip Timing Belt Bracket Tensioner & Idler Kit
£479.99
Introducing our new RCM Gen 3 High Grip Tensioner Bracket Kit! Utilising the latest FEA analysis in order to optimise strength the all new geometry offers much increased component stiffness in critical high stress areas. Now directly compatible with the popular CNC billet EJ engine blocks for the ultimate EJ engine package in addition to…
EKS Fitment Advice
EKS currently identifies this product as Needs Confirmation
Compatibility of any product, greatly depends on model + year + trim + mods. Most Subaru’s are in different states of tune, so please contact Rich, from EKS to get clarity before purchasing.
Potential Applications
Subaru Impreza 2001-2002 (GD/GG Bugeye), Subaru Impreza 2003-2005 (GD/GG Blobeye), Subaru Impreza 2006-2007 (GD/GG Hawkeye), Subaru Impreza / WRX STI 2008-2013 (GR/GV), Subaru Forester 1996-2002 (SF), Subaru Forester 2003-2005 (SG early), Subaru Forester 2006-2007 (SG facelift), Subaru Forester 2008-2013 (SH), Subaru Forester 2014-2018 (SJ), Subaru Forester 2019+ (SK), Subaru Legacy 1992-2003, Subaru Legacy 2003-2009 (BL/BP), Subaru Legacy 2009-2014 (BM/BR), Subaru Legacy 2014+ / Outback related
Full List of EKS Fitment Evidence Types
For context, here are all categories of fitment according to EKS.
- Direct Fitment: means the product is currently listed as fitting the model/generation shown.
- Shared / Application Fitment: means the product may suit shared Subaru platforms, engines, turbos, drivetrains, brakes, cooling/intake setups or modified applications.
- Universal / Service Item: means the product is broadly useful for Subaru servicing, maintenance, workshop use or general ownership.
- Needs Confirmation: means the product appears relevant, but final fitment may depend on extra details.
Technical Information
Product Type: simple
Product SKU: EKS-RCM-7143114178734
Supplier SKU: RCM2857
Supplier Product Number: 7.14E+12
Supplier Variant Product Number: 4.05E+13
Supplier URL: /products/rcm-high-grip-timing-belt-bracket-tensioner-idler-kit
Product Description
Introducing our new RCM Gen 3 High Grip Tensioner Bracket Kit!
Utilising the latest FEA analysis in order to optimise strength the all new geometry offers much increased component stiffness in critical high stress areas.
Now directly compatible with the popular CNC billet EJ engine blocks for the ultimate EJ engine package in addition to all OEM EJ20/22/25 block cases.
The latest design revision also incorporates a new socket style fitting to seat the small idler bearing for additional reliability and performance.
The RCM High Grip Tensioner System has been developed as a solution to the problem of belts bouncing and skipping teeth at high engine RPM, which can have catastrophic results.
For many years, race and rally teams have preferred to use the original 2 piece tensioner system as it has proven far more reliable than the later single piece ‘swinging’ tensioner system. However, the original design has the disadvantage of not using a small idler bearing to reduce belt bounce and flex.
RCM’s solution to this problem is a completely bespoke billet aluminum bracket, which utilises the original tensioner, and incorporates the later 2002+ small idler bearing. An extremely worthwhile modification on all high revving engines and an absolute must on cars fitted with a sequential gearbox where belt skipping can be a major concern.
This kit is for use where the later style system is in place and will replace the whole bracket, hydraulic tensioner and tensioner bearing, along with the small idler bearing.
Already a best seller and used with huge success around the world by both tuning enthusiasts and professional race teams alike this product has become an essential upgrade to any Subaru engine build!