Reference: Ford V8 fan belts: off the shelf replacement

[Richard Farrant]

Originally Posted by Hanno Spoelstra

Thanks Richard,

It is currently fitted with a "BTR 51050", could this be a 51" belt? But then it wouldn't be too large, would it?

Hanno

Hi Hanno,
Belt makers often had their own set of numbers which did not mean much unless you had their catalogue. Take a look at this link for a B52;
http://www.vbeltsupply.com/ecommerce...ssic-belt.html
It states the belt is 55 inches around outside. Worth you taking a belt off and measuring. The belt may have stretched a little, but main reason for running out of adjustment is the flanks wearing allowing the belt to drop down in to the pulley vee.