How to find or where to buy alternator belt

[dmjlambert]

Originally Posted by RustyPile

That's a new one on me.. I'm a retired mechanic and worked in the field for over 30 years.. Been retired quite a while and these days I just "piddle" with my own stuff.. About 2 years ago, I replaced the belts on my C/10 using Gates "8" series belts.. I'm not saying you or O'Reilly's are wrong.. Perhaps the locally owned parts store I patronize had some NOS belts...

Yes I wonder about that, too. Anyway, the 8 series would be too wide for this engine, 7 series is just right and I didn't know it because mine was prematurely worn down by me using the incorrect alternator pulley.