--- product_id: 4381374 title: "Gates 91132 Krikit V-Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge" brand: "gates" price: "265.43 DT" currency: TND in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Gates" url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4381374-gates-91132-krikit-v-ribbed-belt-tension-gauge store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # Measures belts up to 8 ribs wide Bright green pressure pad for clear readings Calibrated tension range 100-320 lb / 50-150 kg Gates 91132 Krikit V-Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge **Brand:** gates **Price:** 265.43 DT **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ› οΈ Gauge your way to flawless belt performanceβ€”don’t let tension slip away! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gates 91132 Krikit V-Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge by gates - **How much does it cost?** 265.43 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4381374-gates-91132-krikit-v-ribbed-belt-tension-gauge) ## Best For - gates enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted gates brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Broad compatibility:** Designed to measure V-ribbed belts up to eight ribs wide, perfect for cars, light trucks, and heavy-duty vehicles. - β€’ **Precision at a glance:** Bright green pressure pad and indicator arm ensure quick, accurate tension readings every time. - β€’ **Versatile tension range:** Calibrated to measure belt tension from 100 to 320 lb (50 to 150 kg), covering a wide range of vehicle needs. - β€’ **Durability meets OE standards:** Direct-fit OE-grade replacement guarantees reliable, professional-grade performance. - β€’ **Optimize belt life & performance:** Quickly diagnose and maintain optimal belt tension to avoid costly repairs and downtime. ## Overview The Gates 91132 Krikit V Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge is a professional-grade tool designed for quick, precise measurement of V-ribbed belt tension on a wide range of vehicles. Featuring a bright green pressure pad and calibrated scale from 100 to 320 lb (50 to 150 kg), it supports belts up to eight ribs wide, ensuring optimal belt life and drive performance. Trusted by mechanics and fleet managers alike, it’s a must-have for maintaining vehicle reliability. ## Description Gates Krikit II gauges provide a simple and quick way to measure V-ribbed belt tension on passenger cars, light trucks, heavy trucks and buses to ensure long belt life and optimal belt drive performance. Review: No need for more expensive gauges. - The way this tool works is you put the arm of the tool in the down position, and then put the tool midway on the belt between two pulleys. Then push on the tool until you feel the click. Once you feel the click, you stop pushing tension on the belt with your finger and then look at the resulting measurement. The top of the moving arm (left of the picture in this product description) intersects with the scale of numbers engraved on the tool. Wherever that intersection point lies is the resulting belt tension number. I can tell the tool basically converts some level of belt deflection into a corresponding tension number. By applying the specified amount of tension (i.e. up to the point of the clicking noise of the tool), the belt has deflected a certain amount and the moving arm will only move up as much as the belt has deflected. So I would say the key aspect to this tool is when the clicking happens which assures when the appropriate amount of deflection has been applied and then to read the measurement thereafter. Very cool tool. The only possible ways I can see a wrong measurement occuring is if the user applies more force to the belt (after the clicking already happened) or if the clicking mechanism is out of calibration and clicks too early or too late (thereby applying too little or too much force to the belt to create a wrong measurement). I can't imagine the clicking being out of calibration as it looks like a very simple mechanism. So I would say this tool is very accurate almost all the time. I took a few readings of my belt and always got fairly consistent readings, maybe differing by plus/minus 10 lbs. I read in some forums where people would say they had no room to insert this tool, but the tool is only 5 inches long (shorter than most pens) and for the most part, if you have room to put your finger on a belt and be able to push on it, you will most likely be able to fit this tool there too. The tool has a rubber strap for your finger to help prevent you from dropping it while finding your way to the belt. Since it's so small, I might recommend you have one of those telescopic magnetic pick-up tools handy in case you drop it down in the engine compartment somewhere since the tool is that small (however, the only magnetic part of the krikit I got is on the pen clip). You should also be aware that the krikit model 91132 has a tension measurement range of 100-320 lbs while model 91107 has a lower range (30-160 lbs). My car ('03 G35) requires a new belt tension of greater than 200 lbs on one of the belts, so I got the 91132. I also wanted to comment on the other desertcart user reviewer who mentioned the gauge was ineffective for him. I would have to say he likely has loose belts because the tool, in my opinion, is highly accurate if used correctly and it's kind of hard to use it incorrectly. But even with loose belts, you might never notice any noticeable squeeling...basically you can be lucky and never see a problem until the next belt change. I tried to cover as much as I can because I could never find anyone giving a detailed review of this product which would have helped me evaluate this product prior to buying it, but now that I have it and actually used it, I think it's a very handy gauge and anyone who needs to manually adjust their belt tension should get one. I know some people can tension their belts by feel or using some belt twisting rule of thumb, and that's how I used to do it too, but I get much peace of minding know that my belt is tensioned EXACTLY to specs. Review: Gates 91132 Krikit II belt tension gauge - Okay. Read reviews. Some complained it was hard to use, not accurate. I used this on my '01 Jeep XJ belt change. Once you figure out how to use it, it is actually a great tool for the stupid XJ 4.0 belt tentioner. As everyone that owns an XJ knows, you always under tighten the tensioner because you don't want to mess up pulley/water pump bearings. First tries without using the tensioner, that showed up today while I was doing the belt, was met with the squeal when I put the AC on. Used the tensioner, I was at about 180 lbs. Went to 190 lbs, squeal. Went to a hair over 200 lbs, no more squealing. This tool is very easy to use and tells you exactly where you need to be. Voltage was lower than it should have been due to a slipping 10-15 yo belt with cracks all over it. After with proper tension on the new belt, voltage is right where it should be and it increases voltage with more gas like it should. Note: If you think you have a bad battery and/or alternator, change your belt first and properly tension it with this tool!!!!! I could have saved a few hundred bucks if I had just did a belt change first. ## Features - Bright green pressure pad and indicator arm - Calibrated to measure tension from 100 to 320 lb., and 50 to 150 kg. - Measure belts up to eight ribs in width - Note: Not for use on timing belts ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000CRDLZM | | Best Sellers Rank | #73,805 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #1,113 in Diagnostic, Test & Measurement Tools | | Brand | Gates | | Brand Name | Gates | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 701 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00072053006308 | | Included Components | Gates 91132 Krikit V-Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge | | Item Dimensions | 7 x 3 x 3 inches | | Item Highlight | Replaces MP2242 93866 93874 KR2 09002 09003. Direct-fit OE-grade replacement. | | Item Type Name | Gates 91132 Krikit V-Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 7 x 3 x 3 inches | | Manufacturer | GATES | | Material | Various | | Material Type | Various | | Model | 91132 | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Packs | 1 | | Part Interchange Info | 91132 | | Part Number | 91132 | | UPC | 072053006308 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | | Warranty Description | Please contact retailer/seller for assistance | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Gates - **Item Highlight:** Replaces MP2242 93866 93874 KR2 09002 09003. Direct-fit OE-grade replacement. - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7 x 3 x 3 inches - **Material:** Various - **Number of Items:** 1 ## Images ![Gates 91132 Krikit V-Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aHd5KNgrL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ No need for more expensive gauges. *by R***B on December 30, 2009* The way this tool works is you put the arm of the tool in the down position, and then put the tool midway on the belt between two pulleys. Then push on the tool until you feel the click. Once you feel the click, you stop pushing tension on the belt with your finger and then look at the resulting measurement. The top of the moving arm (left of the picture in this product description) intersects with the scale of numbers engraved on the tool. Wherever that intersection point lies is the resulting belt tension number. I can tell the tool basically converts some level of belt deflection into a corresponding tension number. By applying the specified amount of tension (i.e. up to the point of the clicking noise of the tool), the belt has deflected a certain amount and the moving arm will only move up as much as the belt has deflected. So I would say the key aspect to this tool is when the clicking happens which assures when the appropriate amount of deflection has been applied and then to read the measurement thereafter. Very cool tool. The only possible ways I can see a wrong measurement occuring is if the user applies more force to the belt (after the clicking already happened) or if the clicking mechanism is out of calibration and clicks too early or too late (thereby applying too little or too much force to the belt to create a wrong measurement). I can't imagine the clicking being out of calibration as it looks like a very simple mechanism. So I would say this tool is very accurate almost all the time. I took a few readings of my belt and always got fairly consistent readings, maybe differing by plus/minus 10 lbs. I read in some forums where people would say they had no room to insert this tool, but the tool is only 5 inches long (shorter than most pens) and for the most part, if you have room to put your finger on a belt and be able to push on it, you will most likely be able to fit this tool there too. The tool has a rubber strap for your finger to help prevent you from dropping it while finding your way to the belt. Since it's so small, I might recommend you have one of those telescopic magnetic pick-up tools handy in case you drop it down in the engine compartment somewhere since the tool is that small (however, the only magnetic part of the krikit I got is on the pen clip). You should also be aware that the krikit model 91132 has a tension measurement range of 100-320 lbs while model 91107 has a lower range (30-160 lbs). My car ('03 G35) requires a new belt tension of greater than 200 lbs on one of the belts, so I got the 91132. I also wanted to comment on the other amazon user reviewer who mentioned the gauge was ineffective for him. I would have to say he likely has loose belts because the tool, in my opinion, is highly accurate if used correctly and it's kind of hard to use it incorrectly. But even with loose belts, you might never notice any noticeable squeeling...basically you can be lucky and never see a problem until the next belt change. I tried to cover as much as I can because I could never find anyone giving a detailed review of this product which would have helped me evaluate this product prior to buying it, but now that I have it and actually used it, I think it's a very handy gauge and anyone who needs to manually adjust their belt tension should get one. I know some people can tension their belts by feel or using some belt twisting rule of thumb, and that's how I used to do it too, but I get much peace of minding know that my belt is tensioned EXACTLY to specs. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Gates 91132 Krikit II belt tension gauge *by F***C on July 15, 2026* Okay. Read reviews. Some complained it was hard to use, not accurate. I used this on my '01 Jeep XJ belt change. Once you figure out how to use it, it is actually a great tool for the stupid XJ 4.0 belt tentioner. As everyone that owns an XJ knows, you always under tighten the tensioner because you don't want to mess up pulley/water pump bearings. First tries without using the tensioner, that showed up today while I was doing the belt, was met with the squeal when I put the AC on. Used the tensioner, I was at about 180 lbs. Went to 190 lbs, squeal. Went to a hair over 200 lbs, no more squealing. This tool is very easy to use and tells you exactly where you need to be. Voltage was lower than it should have been due to a slipping 10-15 yo belt with cracks all over it. After with proper tension on the new belt, voltage is right where it should be and it increases voltage with more gas like it should. Note: If you think you have a bad battery and/or alternator, change your belt first and properly tension it with this tool!!!!! I could have saved a few hundred bucks if I had just did a belt change first. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works perfect. Shipping just took a while *by J***N on May 14, 2026* Works perfect. Only issue I had was shipping took going on a week longer than it originally claimed. Even after paying the extra 7 bucks for it faster ## Frequently Bought Together - GATES Tool 91132 - Brunox 1813021 BEPOXY1000 Epoxy Rust Converter 1 L - LIQUI MOLY Underseal Bitumen, black (Spray) | 500 ml | Body protection | Underbody protection | SKU: 6111 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4381374-gates-91132-krikit-v-ribbed-belt-tension-gauge](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/4381374-gates-91132-krikit-v-ribbed-belt-tension-gauge) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-11-01*