fan belt

Mike

Mike

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does anyone make a shorter fan belt for a Model "A" Ford, when using a alternator? the fan belts from Bratton's & Snyders are to long, due to the alt. pulley being smaller than the generator pulley.

mike
 
If you are using an alternator, I might suggest that you use a notched belt due to the fact that it will bend around the pulley easier not requiring as much tension as a regular belt. Makes it easier on the water pump bushings. Obtainable at any jobber parts dealer, NAPA etc.
 
Basic part number I have seen used (for standard belts) are:

5L440
5L430

5L is pitch and width
second number is the length in inches.

Notched belt is good idea on Alternators.
Notched belts use a different number system
CarQuest has a Truck and Bus Series made by Gates
Numbers on label are:
TR22425
15A1080
11/16ths by 43-1/8th
 
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I second that, Benson! - Dogs and roadster owners know how to get the most fun out of life!!

Earle
 
Only a roadster owner knows why a dog sticks his head out the car window.

Hum,,,,,,,,is this statement in the same catagory as "why is there two doors on a chicken coupe?" Because if it had four doors it would be a "chicken sedan".
 
Benson said:
Basic part number I have seen used (for standard belts) are:

5L440
5L430

5L is pitch and width
second number is the length in inches.
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These are the numbers used at your friendly NAPA dealer. Last three numbers mean "44 inch" and "43 inch".

Running one now. Work great with no fraying, etc.The ones I bought are green.
 
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