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Old 03-24-2008, 07:41 PM   #1
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You can't judge these belts visually. They have internal cording similar to the belts in a tire.

It's a 60k mi. service item but every major belt manufacturer (Gates, Goodyear, Pirelli) recommend changing serpentine belts every 5 yrs. regardless of mileage, so you're pretty close. Unlike a Timing Belt, if this one breaks, it won't grenade the motor, but it could leave you stranded.
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Old 03-26-2008, 04:24 PM   #2
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Yeah, your right Lil Bastard, It would be the wise thing to change out that belt
sooner than later. I called the dealer today just to compare prices with suncoast. (Suncoast $28, dealer $50) So I will order it up tonight and get it on there sometime
next week. Thanks again for all the info guys. I love this forum!
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