--- product_id: 4381363 title: "Gates 91107 Krikit V-Belt Tension Gauge, Black" price: "€ 66.48" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4381363-gates-91107-krikit-v-belt-tension-gauge-black store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Compact pocket size with stainless steel clip Measures tension 30-160 lb / 15-75 kg Die-cast aluminum body for durability Gates 91107 Krikit V-Belt Tension Gauge, Black **Price:** € 66.48 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚙️ Get the perfect belt tension every time — because your ride deserves precision. ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Gates 91107 Krikit V-Belt Tension Gauge, Black - **How much does it cost?** € 66.48 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4381363-gates-91107-krikit-v-belt-tension-gauge-black) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Rugged & Reliable Build:** Die-cast aluminum frame with nylon indicator arm ensures long-lasting performance. - • **Pocket-Ready Portability:** Slim design with stainless steel clip fits effortlessly in your toolkit or pocket. - • **Precision Tension Readings:** Dual scale in pounds and kilograms for exact belt tensioning. - • **Optimize Belt Life & Performance:** Accurately tension V-belts to prevent costly breakdowns and extend accessory lifespan. - • **User-Friendly One-Hand Operation:** Innovative finger loop and click feedback make belt adjustments quick and foolproof. ## Overview The Gates 91107 Krikit V-Belt Tension Gauge is a compact, durable tool designed to measure V-belt tension accurately between 30-160 pounds (15-75 kg). Featuring a die-cast aluminum body and nylon components, it offers reliable, one-handed operation with a convenient pocket clip. Ideal for automotive professionals and enthusiasts, it prevents premature belt and accessory wear by ensuring optimal tension, making it an essential addition to any mechanic’s toolkit. ## Description Gates Krikit gauges provide a simple and quick way to measure belt tension on V-belts to ensure long belt life and optimal belt drive performance. This easy-to-use gauge is designed for tensioning all automotive V-belts up to, and including, 7⁄8 in. top widths. Review: Neat little gadget that WORKS and is low cost - This tool is short and sweet. It just works like it is advertised. It takes a moment to get the hang of it, but once you do it is the simplest thing in the world to use. You just stick your finger on the tool and press on the belt until it "clicks" (thus, the name cricket!). It gives you a fairly accurate reading of what your belt tension is. It's invaluable for both new and used belt installations. Improper belt tension not only risks damaging or throwing a belt, shortening its lifespan and possible stranding you out in the middle of nowhere -but an over-tightened belt can significantly lower the lifespan of belt-driven accessories on your car or truck. Over-tensioning a belt for fear of loosing it or it slipping prematurely can cost you hundreds or more if you ruin the bearings in an expensive alternator or A/C compressor. Even if the bearing you ruin is an idler pulley it still means a possible breakdown or an annoying squealing item that needs to be replaced thousands of miles or years before it is due to be serviced again. It's REALLY embarrassing if it a vehicle you are working on for someone else. For a few bucks, this thing tells you almost exactly the tension you are putting on your belts as you install and tension them for the first time. Some mechanics do this by "feel" but how do you learn this feel? -by making mistakes. Use this tool for a while and maybe you won't need to eventually -but at least you are learning something and aren't feeling around in the dark for what the proper tension should feel like. For as cheap as it is, it should be in every shadetree mechanics toolbox. Review: Miata squeaks no more, Krikit chirps - Until I purchased this tool my Miata (AC, ALT)belt tensions always gave me trouble getting the setting to the right tension. I took a chance and bought the Krikit V-Belt. I chose this model for it's size to my belts and the tension measurement readings on the Krikit. You stick your finger into the loop holder, this makes one hand measurement easy. Place the Krikit on the belt, press, hear the click then read the measurement. Continue adjusting your belt using the Krikit until you get the setting you need. It took me 1 minute to make the adjustment. No more belt squeaks and I don't have to worry about over tightening the belts. Krikit V-Belt (measures small belts as on my Miata) measures tension from 30 to 160 lbs., and 15 to 75 kg. I used this one due to the lower lbs. measurement rating as compaired to the Kirkit II. There is also Krikit II Micro V, and is calibrated to measure tension from 100 to 320 lbs., and 50 to 150 kg. Measure belts up to 8 ribs in width. AAA+++ This tool is so cheap in price and works so well you can't afford not to own one. ## Features - Scale reads in pounds and kilograms - Measures tension from 30 to 160 lb., and 15 to 75 kg. - Die-cast aluminum body, nylon indicator arm and pressure pad - Fits in pocket with stainless steel pocket clip - Note: Not for use on timing belts ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B000MUTAGS | | Best Sellers Rank | #59,557 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #4 in Automotive Replacement V Belts | | Brand | Gates | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (700) | | Date First Available | July 7, 2004 | | Exterior | Machined | | Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No | | Item Weight | 0.48 ounces | | Item model number | 91107 | | Manufacturer | Gates | | Manufacturer Part Number | 91107 | | Model | Krikit | | OEM Part Number | 91107 | | Position | Center | | Product Dimensions | 5 x 1 x 1 inches | | Special Features | Gaytes; Gaits | ## Images ![Gates 91107 Krikit V-Belt Tension Gauge, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71flVBP9GbL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: What is the test range?** A: Scale reads from 30 to 150 lbs, but usable range is of course less than that. You can read the range on the photo on Amazon, by the way. They make another one that has a higher range (91132, I believe). I have both as one is for v-belts and the other is for micro v belts. You could go to their website and read all about them. **Q: Is it can be used for heavy equipments tha t use spb &spc v-belts such as pulper (mill)** A: Hi, I purchased the belt tension tester to test the tension on the duel alternator belts on my landcruiser turbo diesel,not sure about the use on non automotive vee belts. Contact Gates for professional advice. regards Ron. **Q: Will this work on a canam spyder f3s -2017 ?** A: Assuming it has a gates belt and you know the "should be" tension and you have access to the belt it should work. **Q: can this gauge be used to measure mower belt tension?** A: I think mowers are 10lbs, this measure 30lbs+. A motorcycle gauge might work. See “OTC 4748” ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Neat little gadget that WORKS and is low cost *by R***E on August 21, 2009* This tool is short and sweet. It just works like it is advertised. It takes a moment to get the hang of it, but once you do it is the simplest thing in the world to use. You just stick your finger on the tool and press on the belt until it "clicks" (thus, the name cricket!). It gives you a fairly accurate reading of what your belt tension is. It's invaluable for both new and used belt installations. Improper belt tension not only risks damaging or throwing a belt, shortening its lifespan and possible stranding you out in the middle of nowhere -but an over-tightened belt can significantly lower the lifespan of belt-driven accessories on your car or truck. Over-tensioning a belt for fear of loosing it or it slipping prematurely can cost you hundreds or more if you ruin the bearings in an expensive alternator or A/C compressor. Even if the bearing you ruin is an idler pulley it still means a possible breakdown or an annoying squealing item that needs to be replaced thousands of miles or years before it is due to be serviced again. It's REALLY embarrassing if it a vehicle you are working on for someone else. For a few bucks, this thing tells you almost exactly the tension you are putting on your belts as you install and tension them for the first time. Some mechanics do this by "feel" but how do you learn this feel? -by making mistakes. Use this tool for a while and maybe you won't need to eventually -but at least you are learning something and aren't feeling around in the dark for what the proper tension should feel like. For as cheap as it is, it should be in every shadetree mechanics toolbox. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Miata squeaks no more, Krikit chirps *by Z***E on March 25, 2012* Until I purchased this tool my Miata (AC, ALT)belt tensions always gave me trouble getting the setting to the right tension. I took a chance and bought the Krikit V-Belt. I chose this model for it's size to my belts and the tension measurement readings on the Krikit. You stick your finger into the loop holder, this makes one hand measurement easy. Place the Krikit on the belt, press, hear the click then read the measurement. Continue adjusting your belt using the Krikit until you get the setting you need. It took me 1 minute to make the adjustment. No more belt squeaks and I don't have to worry about over tightening the belts. Krikit V-Belt (measures small belts as on my Miata) measures tension from 30 to 160 lbs., and 15 to 75 kg. I used this one due to the lower lbs. measurement rating as compaired to the Kirkit II. There is also Krikit II Micro V, and is calibrated to measure tension from 100 to 320 lbs., and 50 to 150 kg. Measure belts up to 8 ribs in width. AAA+++ This tool is so cheap in price and works so well you can't afford not to own one. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ You need this for belt tension jobs. *by L***N on May 7, 2025* Used this to adjust belt tension on my 2000 Toyota 4Runner. It worked perfectly , I would suggest buying this before eyeballing tension on your belts. My belts were all either too tight or too loose just trying to eyeball it based on methods I had read. Everything runs way smoother now after checking and adjusting tension. ## Frequently Bought Together - Gates 91107 Krikit V-Belt Tension Gauge, Black - Gates 91132 Krikit V-Ribbed Belt Tension Gauge , Black - Gates 7401-0076 Pencil Type Tension Tester, 30 lbs Deflection Force --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4381363-gates-91107-krikit-v-belt-tension-gauge-black](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/4381363-gates-91107-krikit-v-belt-tension-gauge-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-06-24*