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02-01-2011, 08:48 PM
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Goodyear Gatorback belts are a great choice.
02-02-2011, 03:45 AM
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gatorback it is then. do you guys have a part number? i see thay have different style belts
http://www.goodyearep.com/ProductLis...x?folderid=428
http://www.goodyearep.com/ProductLis...x?folderid=428
02-02-2011, 07:49 AM
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Do you think I should change the belt for safety sake even If I don' see any cracks after a slight visual inspection.
How much does this "gatorback" belt cost?
Thank you.
02-02-2011, 07:53 AM
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Based on forum suggestions I tried the Gatorback but after driving it for a couple of years it developed cracks and appeared to be failing. Replaced it with a Dayco and all is well. May have been a fluke or old stock - no way of knowing. $.02 
02-02-2011, 12:27 PM
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gatorback it is then. do you guys have a part number? i see thay have different style belts
http://www.goodyearep.com/ProductLis...x?folderid=428
http://www.goodyearep.com/ProductLis...x?folderid=428
The AC belt is the same for 97-04.
The alternator is different on the later years hence the difference in length of the belts. The length difference is only like 3/4 of an inch but if you need the long one and get the short one, it won't fit so get the correct one.
02-02-2011, 12:28 PM
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NO. Just change it if it's chirping, squealing, cracking, torn or something. No need to fix what isn't broken or worn out.
02-02-2011, 12:42 PM
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Whatever you decide to use, replace both at the same time. I bought my Z16 with 3,800 miles in '06 from the original owner. I ordered new GATORBACK belts immediately to carry in the tool bag.
02-02-2011, 06:22 PM
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I just installed Gatorback belts on my 2000 C5. The PN#'s were 4060798(ALT, P/S, and W/P) and 4040420 (A/C). I bought em from Amazon.com, think it was around $45 shipped.
02-04-2011, 01:23 PM
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I was thinking with my 2000 being 10.5 years old this spring that I may change the belts and tensioners just as a maintence item. But am I hearding that they can last for a lot longer so don't sweat it until something actually breaks? The car has 45k on it so not a ton of miles.
