Ion Posted June 1, 2008 Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 I am currently void of belts (alt., a/c, power steering, etc)...disintegrated during the ride home this afternoon. Any tips or tricks to replacing them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cadillac Jim Posted June 1, 2008 Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 This is only one belt, the serpentine belt. Here is a link to a post with a diagram of routing of the serpentine belt by Bodybyfisher. You might read the whole thread, and do a search on "serpentine" to look at other threads, for more perspective on checking out what caused the serpentine belt to shred. Reasons include mover 100,000 miles without a belt change, loose or dragging idler or other pulley, or damage. http://caddyinfo.ipbhost.com/index.php?sho...st&p=122815 -- Click Here for CaddyInfo page on "How To" Read Your OBD Codes-- Click Here for my personal page to download my OBD code list as an Excel file, plus other Cadillac data -- See my CaddyInfo car blogs: 2011 CTS-V, 1997 ETC Yes, I was Jims_97_ETC before I changed cars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 1, 2008 Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 If you can find it, try to find the Goodyear Gatorback belt, I like it a lot.. http://www.goodyearep.com/ProductsDetail.aspx?id=3128 There is the abilty to search for a location to buy a belt at that link Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ion Posted June 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 Thanks for the feedback! It is the original belt and the car passed the 100k mark several months ago. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
growe3 Posted June 1, 2008 Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 Don't forget to check the condition of the water pump belt, and that its tensioner is moving freely. The belt is easy to change, and is likely due. -George Drive'em like you own 'em. - ....................04 DTS............................ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ion Posted June 1, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 All done. Total cost was $40.00 & change (and some hand cleaner) for both belts...and I did go with the Gatorbacks. Just in time for my roadtrip to LA next weekend, to watch my Cubbies have their way with the Dodgers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 1, 2008 Report Share Posted June 1, 2008 All done. Total cost was $40.00 & change (and some hand cleaner) for both belts...and I did go with the Gatorbacks. Just in time for my roadtrip to LA next weekend, to watch my Cubbies have their way with the Dodgers. How did you like the Gatorbacks, was it the Poly V? According to ESPN radio this is the first time in 100 years the Cubs are in first place on June 1, now keep those fans from interfering. Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ion Posted June 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 How did you like the Gatorbacks, was it the Poly V? According to ESPN radio this is the first time in 100 years the Cubs are in first place on June 1, now keep those fans from interfering. Not sure how to evaluate the gatorbacks. Haven't taken the car for a spin since installing them. I hear they're supposed to be quieter and last longer...time will tell. The trip from here to LA will give me plenty of opportunity to see if I can hear a difference. Re: Cubbies...yes, it's true. First time since 1908 they've had the best record in the Big's at this date. And, in case you live under a rock and weren't aware, it's been 100 years since they won a World Series too! Coincidence? (insert Twilight Zone theme here) GO CUBS GO! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Well from the looks of things, they won't have to worry about the Yankee's this year..... Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ion Posted June 2, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 Well from the looks of things, they won't have to worry about the Yankee's this year..... It's still relatively early and the Yankees usually turn it up as the season progresses and come on, Tampa Bay in first?!. Literally ANYTHING can happen on any given day. So, until that fat lady starts singing, it ain't over 'til it's over. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 2, 2008 Report Share Posted June 2, 2008 I like your optimism, but keep in mind that the RAG SAWX are ahead of us... as much as I hate them, they are a scary team Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ion Posted June 4, 2008 Author Report Share Posted June 4, 2008 I like your optimism, but keep in mind that the RAG SAWX are ahead of us... as much as I hate them, they are a scary team The Red Sox are now officially less scary. Big Papi is gone...prolly for the season. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BodybyFisher Posted June 4, 2008 Report Share Posted June 4, 2008 True, but the yankees took Jaba out of relief and put him into the starting rotation. Andy Petitit looked terrible last night giving up 3 leads. They are done, time to rebuild. Pre-1995 - DTC codes OBD1 >> 1996 and newer - DTC codes OBD2 >> https://www.obd-codes.com/trouble_codes/gm/obd_codes.htm How to check for codes Caddyinfo How To Technical Archive >> http://www.caddyinfo.com/wordpress/cadillac-how-to-faq/ Cadillac History & Specifications Year by Year http://www.motorera.com/cadillac/index.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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