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Old Sep 5, 2020 | 05:05 PM
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Yes, that belt is worn out. Look next to the gates logo, it's a Gates 7320, the same size I have on mine. You could try a slightly wider grooved belt, but it might take some experimenting unless you can find some information on the forum about the BB wp to crank belt installation.


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this is the one that was on it. It’s a gates 430. Should I go with a slightly wider grooved belt?




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Originally Posted by 71 Green 454
Yes, that belt is worn out. Look next to the gates logo, it's a Gates 7320, the same size I have on mine. You could try a slightly wider grooved belt, but it might take some experimenting unless you can find some information on the forum about the BB wp to crank belt installation.
My 427 uses a NAPA XL 25-7315 Crankshaft to water pump
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