Pagoda SL Group

W113 Pagoda SL Group => Drive train, fuel, suspension, steering & brakes => Topic started by: Harry on May 31, 2022, 16:54:25

Title: 230 SL Belts
Post by: Harry on May 31, 2022, 16:54:25

My 1966 230 SL has two v-belts that drive the alternator and the water pump. i.e. the respective pulleys are twin V.  The issue is that the alternator has extremely little pivot room for adjustment.  Maybe 1 inch - maybe.  It is constrained by the metal shroud around the air filter and the rod on the bracket with the nut that is used to actually do the adjustment.  I've had a heck of a time trying to find the right sized belt since it is so constrained.  It currently has the AVX10x1125, and those were a beast to re-install.

Can someone share their experience, and what belts you are using?  Also, is there anyway around this extremely small zone for adjustment?

Thanks,
Harry

Title: Re: 230 SL Belts
Post by: Harry on June 01, 2022, 16:11:27

I can't believe someone hasn't had this same issue and can share their experience?  Thanks again.

Title: Re: 230 SL Belts
Post by: Jonny B on June 01, 2022, 16:22:54

The search is your friend. If you use the search item at the top right, select "entire forum" from the drop down. I used "fan belt" - use the quote marks, as that will limit the search to the phrase - fan belt, and not each instance of "fan" or "belt"

I only scanned the first few and I think there will found the information you are looking for.

Title: Re: 230 SL Belts
Post by: Harry on June 02, 2022, 11:03:58

Thank you.  I'll try the search with your refinement.