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Accessory drive belt
Posted: Sun Aug 22, 2010 3:40 am
by dzknmd1
The belt listed for both of my Vibes is a six groove belt that is 72.5" long. Checking my parts inventory I happen to have on hand a six groove belt that is 73.5". I do not need to replace a belt at this time. However, I was wondering if anyone here has enough experience with this to advise me as to whether I can use the belt I have without any problems.
Re: Accessory drive belt (dzknmd1)
Posted: Sun Aug 22, 2010 3:42 am
by ou.grizzly
The belt in your inventory is too long, need to stick with the exact measurements, especially since belts tend to stretch over time. My thoughts, if you were to put that belt on, it would not stay on.
Re: Accessory drive belt (ou.grizzly)
Posted: Sun Aug 22, 2010 5:32 am
by dzknmd1
Thanks for the quick reply. I thought that might be the answer but I wanted to run it past you guys anyway. I won't waste my time with it then.
Re: Accessory drive belt (dzknmd1)
Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2010 2:01 am
by jake75
Cut out an inch and use Krazy Glue to put it back together - I hear that stuff holds 2 tons.
Re: Accessory drive belt (jake75)
Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2010 9:44 am
by dzknmd1
Quote, originally posted by jake75 »Cut out an inch and use Krazy Glue to put it back together - I hear that stuff holds 2 tons.Now that's thinkin' outside the box.
Re: Accessory drive belt (dzknmd1)
Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2010 11:18 am
by jake75
I try my best to keep you folks entertained!
Re: Accessory drive belt (jake75)
Posted: Mon Aug 23, 2010 12:22 pm
by ou.grizzly
Quote, originally posted by jake75 »I try my best to keep you folks entertained! Do you do parties?
Re: Accessory drive belt (ou.grizzly)
Posted: Thu Aug 26, 2010 12:10 am
by Whelan
Go for the Goodyear Gatorback. I installed mine at around 50-60,000 and am currently at 116,000 with no wear on the belt showing.
Re: Accessory drive belt (Whelan)
Posted: Thu Aug 26, 2010 9:15 am
by Water boy
Quote, originally posted by Whelan »Go for the Goodyear Gatorback. I installed mine at around 50-60,000 and am currently at 116,000 with no wear on the belt showing.+1 on GatorBack
Re: Accessory drive belt (Water boy)
Posted: Thu Aug 26, 2010 9:19 am
by ou.grizzly
What is the warranty on the gatorback?
Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 8:07 am
by Water boy
I'm on various auto related forums and the GB has high recommendations and not one failure reported.In other words... it does not matter.
Posted: Fri Aug 27, 2010 10:24 am
by dzknmd1
The one I am going to cut out an inch and glue together happens to be a Dayco.
Posted: Sat Aug 28, 2010 9:59 am
by zionzr2
I have and recommend the GatorBack Belts as well