I just replaced the link-belt back to V-belt recent as the link belt seems to be too stiff (it came with the lathe when I bought it). I decided to go the the automotive notched belt rather than the banded V-belt. I am not too sure how long it will last if there is oil present but that seems much more smoother to run especially on the small pulley selection. The tension lever is much lighter as well.

I bought the A28 banded too just in case. I think I would replace with the 13A-750 again if is lasts more than 5 years.
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