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belt squeel is very loud these days

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Old 10-17-2006, 12:41 PM
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belt squeel is very loud these days

anybody know how to avoid the imbarrasing squeel wich comes from the engine belt when the truck is cold? thanks.
 
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Old 10-17-2006, 12:56 PM
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yup replace it with a belt that isnt made by ford. Seems the belts ford use are just junk, goes great with the front brake pads. My 06 is squeeling and it only has 18k on it. My 03 did the same thing. I replaced it with a napa belt and it never squeeled again. I traded it in with 78k on it.Hope this helps you a little.

 
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Old 10-17-2006, 01:30 PM
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Belt dressing helps. You can get it at NAPA or any other auto store.
 
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Old 10-17-2006, 02:10 PM
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Go with a Goodyear Gatorbelt.
 
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Old 10-17-2006, 07:41 PM
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ditto, get a Gatorback (part# 4061020) about $30 bucks at AutoZone
 
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Old 10-17-2006, 10:16 PM
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No doubt... Gatorback!
 
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Old 10-20-2006, 10:39 PM
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I thought gatorbacks werent any good?????
 
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The gatorback tires were no good.
 
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Old 10-21-2006, 10:12 PM
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The gatorback tires were no good.
Most shops here in town the Gatorbacks have no respect from Techs
 



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