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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 08:46 AM
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&nbsp\\;How long will a drive belt last before it breaks or wears out ?
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 11:24 AM
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If it's maintained properly, you should get 60-100,000 miles.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 06:01 PM
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If it's maintained properly, you should get 60-100,000 miles.
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Ditto that.&nbsp\\; Just keep an eye out for embedded rocks and other crud that can shorten its life.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 07:57 PM
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make sure it's adjusted properly and installed properly after tire changes, and it will last 60K +, I go through them every 30K for some reason...but my situation is not typical I guess:
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 09:15 PM
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The belt on my 2005 1200C has broken twice.&nbsp\\; Once at 5,000 miles, and once at 55,000 miles.
 
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Old Aug 3, 2008 | 09:18 PM
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I have seen anywhere from 30,000 to 60,000 miles

 
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Old Aug 4, 2008 | 08:12 AM
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I have over 40,000 on mine, it appears to be in fine condition.&nbsp\\; Hopefully, it's not bad luck to say that.
 
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