when to replace fan belts

[bass_n_bob]

I have the Ford F53 Chassis with 30,000 miles. At what point should I think about getting the fan belt replaced? I can find no reference to it in the owner's manual. THX

[Sully2]

DUNEBUGGYDOUG wrote:
For you to have piece ofmind , go ahead and change it.Keep old one in storage compartment for spare

BINGO! New now...keep old as a spare

[path1]

Probably just me but every 30,000 miles I take off belt to check for free play in belt tension pully thing.

[427435]

I bought a spare 5 years ago before heading to Alaska. It's still in my MH's spare parts bin, and the OEM belt is still running.

I've also got a 1993 Mercury Topaz (please no laughter as it has been a very good car). It has 233,000 miles and the original belt on it.

[powderman426]

RVUSA wrote:
Now while it still hasnt snapped in two, 30K is plenty long enough.

And buy 2 so you have a spare.

I would only get one new one and keep the old one for an emergency. If you buy a second one now it will age just sitting and probably be no better than the takeoff. JMO

[DUNEBUGGYDOUG]

For you to have piece ofmind , go ahead and change it.Keep old one in storage compartment for spare

[OhhWell]

Seems a bit early to replace it unless it is showing signs of wear.

[Ivylog]

Since it's a 2011 I'd buy a spare (if you can change it yourself) and change it at 5 years. I replaced mine at 5 years and kept the old one as a spare in case I cannot get a new one if it breaks.

[BobandShaz]

RVUSA wrote:
Now while it still hasnt snapped in two, 30K is plenty long enough.

And buy 2 so you have a spare.

For sure

[univmd]

Our alternator seized and the belt snapped at 50,000 miles.

[allbrandauto]

being that the belt is rubber its as much time as miles I would say 5 years 50000 miles cheap fix for peace of mind

[RVUSA]

Now while it still hasnt snapped in two, 30K is plenty long enough.

And buy 2 so you have a spare.