Friday, January 11, 2008

5.0 belt lengths

While I'm on the topic of belts... One of the frequently asked questions I see online is, "If I want to bypass the on my 5.0, what length belt should I use?" This chart answers that. (Given stock pulley diameters.)



If you are running a non-standard accessory arrangement, or are using a configuration not shown above, here's how to get the right belt:

1) Take a string and wrap it around the pulleys using the same routing the belt would follow.

2) Mark the string with a marker where it finishes a loop.

3) Remove string and measure from end to mark. Add 1" to allow some play for tensioner.

4) Take that measurement to parts store. Buy 3 belts, one the length you measured, one .5" longer, and one .5" shorter. Ask for a "K6" (6 ribs) in xxx length.

5) Try the belts, keep the one that fits, return the other two.

6) Write the length down so you don't forget!

Done!

I saved this image long ago and forget where I got it now :-/. If it is yours, please let me know and I'll take it down, an/or give you credit for it!

2 comments:

steveD said...

Nice diagrams! I would like to see the SN95 5.0 versions of these.

Scott said...

Thanks! (I can't take credit though, I found it on the web and posted it for reference.) I did add the "how-to myself though ;)

Hrmmm... I don't have an SN-95 any more (I had a 95 GTS) or else I'd figure it out! I'll poke around the web and see if I can find any info and add it here.