belts - what brand do you use

[RicK_F]

Hi guys... quick question:

What brand of belts would you use on your stock SC? I read about belt slip, and i'm suspecting that it might be my case right now... Since mine are old and dry I, was going to buy the dealer ones, but after reading here, it doesn't seem a popular choice. now i'm hesitating.

In my case, stock SC, won't boost over 8 psi, any RPM. boost leaks were all fixed by pressurizing the air intake (had a bad one on the lower intercooler tubing, but now fixed)

note that it's the first time i'm driving the car since i bought it with a seized engine and just replaced it


(I'm also planning to get the MP springs... seems to be helpful)

thanks for you advices

[tedallen]

Hi Rick,

I have tried belts from Autozone, Advance Auto, etc. However, I have had the best results (particularly in ease of fit) with belts from the Ford dealership.

In my case, the belts from Ford were as cheap or cheaper than the aftermarket ones.

O'Reilly Auto parts carries some Motorcraft parts (plugs/wires, etc.) but I don't know if they carry belts.

Best Regards,

Ted

[Kurt K]

I've had good luck with Goodyear Gatorback belts, but others can't stand them. Gates is another brand that is popular.

[19TbirdSC91]

i like the one gatorback belt i have on my car, for the supercharger...never seem to have problems with it.

[THE BIRDMAN]

As Kurt said either goodyear gatorback or gates.The goodyears you can get at auto zone and the gates from napa.

Jay

[CougarXR/7]

Goodyear Gatorbacks are the only way to fly.