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Technical => General Tech Discussion => Topic started by: 05gt on 2010-10-12 20:35

Title: Fan belt size?
Post by: 05gt on 2010-10-12 20:35
Well after spending 3 hours on the side of the road sunday due to losing my fan belt somewhere along the highway, I seem to be having a hard time finding the proper size belt. Auto zone and napa both gave me a belt the was 41 1/2" long, but seems to be to short by several inches. Also, seems a bit wide for the pulleys to. All stock drive assembly with just the generator, crank, and  fan belt. Any idea as to what the proper size is? Once i get the correct size, I already know I'm purchasing 2 of them. On on the car, and one in the trunk as a spare. Was a great way to ruin a good crusin' day!!!
Title: Re: Fan belt size?
Post by: RICH MUISE on 2010-10-12 23:11
I don't have a clue what the correct size would be, but I'm sure the guys that will be able to help ya are going to need to know what engine your running.   Rich
Title: Re: Fan belt size?
Post by: canadian_ranchero on 2010-10-13 00:21
i looked in a old gates belt catalog.all 57 v/8 take the same gen/fan belt.gates says the belt is 45 1/8 long and 3/8 wide.hope this helps
Title: Re: Fan belt size?
Post by: 05gt on 2010-10-14 13:41
Sorry, forgot to mention it's a 312. Thanks for the belt size! Tracked on down and I should get it tomorrow. I'll post back on monday to confirm. Everywhere I've looked had no idea, so thank you very much!