idler belt
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Racer
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idler belt
i need help finding the belt for the idler pulley. I'm having a really hard time. a 32 5/8 is too small and 33 1/8 is too big. zip says they have it but its 31inches. auto parts store don't have anything in the middle.any help
73 ls4 with a/c
73 ls4 with a/c
Le Mans Master
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If you use a belt that fits without removing the water pump pulley, it will be too long.
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Racer
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I use a Gates 7320 on my '71 LS5, 3/8" x 32 5/8". You might find it too short, but you have to remove the top pulley, then put the belt on the crank pulley first, then put it on the top pulley and re-install it on the water pump studs. I've been doing it this way for over 40 years.
If you use a belt that fits without removing the water pump pulley, it will be too long.
If you use a belt that fits without removing the water pump pulley, it will be too long.
Le Mans Master
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Also, I made note of 2 other forum members belts sizes for the crank to water pump belt. I still prefer to use Gates brand.
One used Goodyear 15325 and the other used Dayco 15440.
