Hi All,

How does one determine if the belt should be replaced as a preventative measure...

thanks,

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sjsfiji

'87 W124 260E (DD)
98K orig. mi. @7/15
CLK 7-Spoke Forged Wheels
Neuspeed springs/Bilstein Sport
4/3 bump (F/R)

'97 993 Carrera
106K orig. mi.
Always driven like it's stolen

These belts are REALLY durable and long lived. To inspect, simply look at the grooved side of the belt for cracking. If you see cracks, replace it. You don't have to consider it an emergency because it will last for a long time even when cracked. That said you should replace it if necessary. Don't try to run it too long.

Have a great day,

Thanks Larry... You are the BIBLE... cheers

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sjsfiji

'87 W124 260E (DD)
98K orig. mi. @7/15
CLK 7-Spoke Forged Wheels
Neuspeed springs/Bilstein Sport
4/3 bump (F/R)

'97 993 Carrera
106K orig. mi.
Always driven like it's stolen

As Larry said, the belt will last a long time, despite its cosmetic appearance.

But your belt-driven components on your car will eventually need replacement.

When that happens, belt removal is necessitated, so that's a good time to go ahead and replace it.

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2001 CLK430 Cabriolet (80K) - Wife's car
2005 BMW 645CI (138K) - My daily driver
2016 Mustang (32K) - Daughter's car

Thanks for the tip. I just realized that changing the belt isn't like for most cars...

cheers,

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sjsfiji

'87 W124 260E (DD)
98K orig. mi. @7/15
CLK 7-Spoke Forged Wheels
Neuspeed springs/Bilstein Sport
4/3 bump (F/R)

'97 993 Carrera
106K orig. mi.
Always driven like it's stolen