wanted 1979 trailfire 440 fan belt

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codebluemi
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wanted 1979 trailfire 440 fan belt

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i am looking for a new fan belt for my trailfire i just got boy i am like a kid in a candy store with this sled my last project a 82 sportfire left a nasty taste in my mouth but this sled just took it away anyways to get back to the belt i heard alot about these engines failing if the belt gets old so i would like to get a new one but not sure where to get it hate to go on feebay was hoping some of you jder's could help me.i was told that this is a kaw engine so i hope these are good.any help will be appreciated will be reg. my new fin d on here and posting pix as soon as i go through it and give it the ok to stay in my heard.what is the correct fuel/oil mix for this sled?
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Re: wanted 1979 trailfire 440 fan belt

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The Trailfire belt is a metric size: 10mm X 610mm. It's a good idea to replace it if it's old or you just got the sled and don't know how old it is. Cheap insurance against overheating. I'm told it is a Dayco number 3L 240. A fan holding tool makes changing the belt easier if you can find or borrow one. Check out the fan bearings as well when you have the belt off. 50:1 is the fuel/oil mix. Speaking of things you should be replacing, don't forget the crank seals. If you don't know how old they are, new ones are cheap and can save you a meltdown.

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thanks alot for the good advise will get this done
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Sorry - I just sold the last belt I had, and the supplier says that number is no longer available. Need to find a different replacement.
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codebluemi
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ya i just went there too all gone may have to try the dayco # tomorrow at my local parts store.
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where can i get a extra key for this sled looks like a jd tractor key
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The keys are used on a lot of other equipment, both JD and other makes. You should be able to get another at your local JD dealer. The part number is M40718.
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