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Old 10-05-2011, 08:19 AM
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Should I replace to serpentine belt, its origianal 05 Roadster with 23,000 miles.How long should they last?
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Old 10-05-2011, 09:27 AM
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Originally Posted by dennisoates
Should I replace to serpentine belt, its origianal 05 Roadster with 23,000 miles.How long should they last?
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Look at the inside grooves of the belt and look for splitting/cracking.
If it looks smooth I wouldn't be concerned with the low mileage you have
 
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Old 10-05-2011, 09:36 AM
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My car has 53,000 and the belt looks fine yet. I carry a new spare with me.
 
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Old 10-05-2011, 10:08 PM
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Mine has 58,000 on it including a trip from Ind to California this year and I have had no problems, just inspect it every once in a while.
 
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Old 10-05-2011, 10:52 PM
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Mine has 58,000 on it including a trip from Ind to California this year and I have had no problems, just inspect it every once in a while.
+1, its better to look at it now rather than when its laying in the pan under the engine.
 
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Belt Conditioner every 3k Miles
 
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Old 10-06-2011, 07:05 AM
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Belt Conditioner every 3k Miles
Any particular brand you would recommend...

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inspection time to time...but, do get a spare and throw it in the trunk...
 
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Old 10-06-2011, 09:02 PM
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Any particular brand you would recommend...

Thanx...
It's probably all just about the same. It says on my can use every 3k miles, so i just give it a little spray time to time. I'm not gonna say it's gonna make your belt last 100k miles but it should help them stay the best they can.

Most belts I believe are somewhere between 60-100k miles, although age and weather conditions im sure are added factors. Best to just visually check them when you open your hood. I just believe in preventive maintenance
 
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