Top 10 best power steering belts reviewed

As an OEM (original equipment manufacturer), Bando belts continue to drive the automotive industry with its superb V-belts. Just like the Bando USA 4PK1062 Belts that comes in with a length of 1,062mm or 41.8inches.

The belt is made up of 4 ribs providing strong tensile cords to deliver efficient horsepower loads without sagging or stretching. Bando 4PK1062 belts are designed for used as a serpentine belt for power steering or as a regular driver for other car’s drive assembly.

If you want more strength and power for your truck, you might consider using the Bando USA 6PK1140 Belt for your big truck. This serpentine belt has a length of 1140mm (44.9 inches) and has 6 ribs perfect for high-speed and high ratio drives.

This OEM power steering belt is a wonder in engineering that provides long life and protection from wear due to excessive use. However, it is customary to check/replace your belts every 6,000km (or at least every 6 months) but it is also recommended to done ocular inspections once in a while (especially when you use your vehicle more frequently.

The Bando USA 6PK1140 Belts are one of the cheapest Bando models but the quality and strength are unquestionable. The belts are ideal to use for automobile brands such as Nissan, Honda, GM-made vehicles, and Toyota. 

The Micro-V AT Gates Serpentine Belt/Fan Belt is recommended for vehicle brands such as Honda and other vehicles. This V-belt has a thin belt profile and small cord diameter for maximum flexibility over high speeds and smaller pulley diameters. 

This fan belt is best for the almost soundless and smoother driving experience. This serpentine belt is easy to install and replace when worn out. The Gates K060841 belt is an OEM quality driver which length fits a variety of vehicle models. The belt weighs only 7.2 ounces.

Despite its thinness, the belt is resistant to a high temperature so it won’t easily sag even with prolonged use. However, it is mandatory to check your belts as part of a maintenance routine.

Another popular Bando belt model that doesn’t stretch out easily even when carrying high horsepower load is the Bando 4PK945 Belts. Bando’s more than 100 years of manufacturing rubber products resulted in the creation of this serpentine belt that outshines any other brands.

The 4PK945 belt has 4 ribs made from strong synthetic rubber that provides strength and durability that last. This belt has a length of 945mm (37.2 inches) and weighs only 6.4 ounces.

The belt has tough and durable tensile cords that operate silently even in the most extreme conditions. The cords of Bando 4PK945 Belts in such a way that tackles with immense horsepower without the danger of being expanding.

Bando USA has really gone to the design extreme. The Bando 3PK675 Belts can solve many problems when it comes to power steering. This belt has 3 ribs with a length of 675mm or 26.5 inches, ideal for compact cars.

What makes Bando USA stands out in the market is that the company has one line of belts for both OEM applications and the aftermarket. Furthermore, the same belt the manufacturer specifies and installs is the same belt sold in the aftermarket, such as retail or virtual stores (like Amazon.com).

Moreover, the 3PK675 serpentine belt is not only applicable for automotive use, but the drive belt is also recommended for agricultural machinery and other industries that require efficient drive assembly.

This belt works well with most vehicle brands such as Nissan, Toyota, Honda, GM, VM, and other cars and light trucks. When ordering online, you will be asked by the dealer about your vehicle’s model, year made, and other info so they could give you the right belt for your needs.

Considered as an OEM (original equipment manufacturer) brand, the Bando 4PK1070 Belts is one of the world’s most used serpentine belts for power steering. The belt has 4 ribs and 1070mm long (42.1 inches), ideal for most trucks and large cars with big engine assembly.

The belt is made from a durable synthetic rubber that has strong tensile cords delivering higher horsepower loads without breaking or stretching. The good news is, even old vehicles (cars and trucks) can still use this belt to drive their power steering.

The Bando 4PK1070 Belt is a rib-ace precision-engineered V-ribbed belt which is most preferred by any Toyota 4Runner model. This belt has a high resistance to oil, dust, heat, and cracking even with prolonged use.

The Bando 4PK880 belt is designed with 4 ribs and a length of 880mm (34.6 inches) perfect small cars’ power steering assembly. This serpentine belt could also drive your air-conditioning compressor, power steering pump, and water pump, among other assemblies.

The belt is a product of American ingenuity and currently used in all parts of the globe. The global appeal of Bando 4PK880 belt lies in its flexibility, durability, strong construction, ease of use, ease of installation, and the long life span it offers.

Unless there are no problems with the pulleys it drives, the 4PK880 belt provides a uniform load distribution that lasts than any other serpentine belt.

The belt is extremely flexible at variable speeds because of its reduced thickness. It is also light and provides quiet operation because the belt has a high surface speed combined with high-speed ratios with smaller pulleys.

The Gates Belts K050345 has 5 ribs, a length of 895mm (35.35 inches), and a top width of 17mm. You can use this belt for power steering assembly and other applications. The belt is ideal for compact cars, SUVs, light trucks, and other medium-sized vehicles with average engine size.

The K050345 Multi V-Groove Belt is one of Gates’ best-selling OEM components, which is recommended by various auto manufacturers, including Pontiac G5 (2007-2008-2009), Chevrolet Cobalt (2005-2008-2009), Pontiac Optima (1988-1991), Mitsubishi Mirage (1993), Saturn Ion (2003-2005), Pontiac Lemans (1990-1993), and many others. 

Another OEM component from Bando, the Bando USA 4PK1890 Belts fits most large SUVs, big cars, and trucks. The belt has 4 ribs and a length of 1890mm (74.5 inches). The 4PK1890 Belts is highly resistant to heat and oil, which keeps it tight enough and with uniform tension without stretching.

The belt is also anti-static and provides less noise even at higher speeds. The belt has a thickness of 4.5mm and a rib pitch of 3.56mm which enables it to operate in silence. 

The belt is compatible with vehicles such as Sierra Extended Cab Pick-up, Chevrolet CL Standard Passenger Van, Cheyenne Cab & Chassis, Chevrolet Silverado, and other old and modern vehicles.