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Car Forum / Ford / Ford Trucks / April 20051999 Ford Ranger 2wd somewhat cracked Belt for all functions, is that normal?
1999 Ford Ranger 2wd somewhat cracked Belt for all functions, is that normal? This belt is about 5/8th of an inch wide 1/8th inch thick and runs everything. it seems cracked in hundreds of places but am not sure if that is normal. I have never seen such a belt. can anyone offer a suggestion? Dick yes replace it NOW > 1999 Ford Ranger 2wd somewhat cracked Belt for all functions, is that > normal? This belt is about 5/8th of an inch wide 1/8th inch thick and runs [quoted text clipped - 4 lines] > > Dick Surpentine belts crack. That itself is not an indication of needed change. A new belt should have no cracks of course. A belt with 15K on it will have several small cracks. There's a standard of so many cracks per inch that can be used as a guide of serviceability. Google it if interested. I'd be more inclined to go by time and mileage primarily. If it's cracked and you're asking and have not changed it recently, then it's time to do so. Put the old one in the back for emergencies. About 3 cracks per inch is a good rule of thumb. Replace it. Spdloader > Surpentine belts crack. That itself is not an indication of needed > change. A new belt should have no cracks of course. A belt with 15K on [quoted text clipped - 3 lines] > If it's cracked and you're asking and have not changed it recently, > then it's time to do so. Put the old one in the back for emergencies. > About 3 cracks per inch is a good rule of thumb. > [quoted text clipped - 9 lines] > > If it's cracked and you're asking and have not changed it recently, > > then it's time to do so. Put the old one in the back for emergencies. First Thanks for the multiple inputs, I should replace it and keep this one as emergency spare as suggested . Should I get the belt from Napa or Ford? Napa is real close in the country side Ford is farther and usually more expensive here. Anyone evaluate the differences? Tonight being sunday the 24th, I just read your responses, because my computer crapped out... I will buy it tomorrow. Dick I've always had good luck with NAPA stuff. Ford parts will be just as good, but probably cost you more. Call 'em first and see. Spdloader >> About 3 cracks per inch is a good rule of thumb. >> [quoted text clipped - 19 lines] > > Dick I have had better luck with Ford OEM and the price was less than NAPA or Canadian Tire. > I've always had good luck with NAPA stuff. > [quoted text clipped - 29 lines] >> >> Dick
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