Matched fan belt set

ChuckW · Post by **ChuckW** » Mon Dec 30, 2019 11:31 am

Anybody else had a problem getting a matched set of fan belts? My 24 volt alternator setup requires a pair of longer than stock belts, but my local auto parts store has yet to be able to provide me with a matched pair. So far, every pair of belts are slightly different sizes. Is there a way to buy a matched set?

Mike_B · Post by **Mike_B** » Mon Dec 30, 2019 2:05 pm

Have you tried any of the industrial warehouse's like McMaster Carr or Grainger's?

Mike B

G740 · Post by **G740** » Mon Dec 30, 2019 6:25 pm

Have you tried any of the military parts suppliers who support the hobby?
John

ChuckW · Post by **ChuckW** » Mon Dec 30, 2019 8:37 pm

Have you tried any of the industrial warehouse's like McMaster Carr or Grainger's?

Had not thought about that, McMaster Carr lists Precision-Matched V-belts in the length that I need for $14. each, thanks!

Have you tried any of the military parts suppliers who support the hobby?

Would like to, but because of the way the alternator is mounted, i need belts that are longer than the stock M38/A1 belts.

ChuckW · Post by **ChuckW** » Wed Jan 29, 2020 11:24 am

Finished the alternator install. Replaced the front crankshaft seal, water pump and had the radiator re-cored. This, along with the new springs, shocks and the brake work should make the M38 ready for the upcoming season. Also added new tires and new canvas all around.

Post by **wesk** » Wed Jan 29, 2020 12:08 pm

Looking good Chuck!

RonD2 · Post by **RonD2** » Wed Jan 29, 2020 12:41 pm

I agree, but

timing cover?

ChuckW · Post by **ChuckW** » Wed Jan 29, 2020 1:50 pm

You mean there is suppose to be a cover there? Actually, I was waiting for a new gasket and seal while I was fitting up the belts. You will also see that I had not yet installed the bypass hose and all the water pump bolts and mounting gasket, either!

Reminds me of the time I took my jeep to a show without the engine. I had the engine out for a valve job and didn't get it back in time, so I just took the jeep on the trailer without the engine. A fellow came up to me, and very seriously said, "Do you know your engine is missing?" I said, "That's probably the loud noise I heard when I crossed the railroad tracks!" He asked if I was going to go back and look for it!

RonD2 · Post by **RonD2** » Wed Jan 29, 2020 2:48 pm

Great story!

ChuckW · Post by **ChuckW** » Wed Jan 29, 2020 7:34 pm

My jeep on the trailer with no engine!! (also before I found the correct hood number!)