I'd been trying to solve several broken alternator/water-pump belts for a while. I'm unsure how it broke at least two times in the past, usually when low on coolants. Someone once said it could be the low Prestone coolant which seize water pump, but the water-pump works normally when taken out to inspect. I am sharing this car with another individual who doesn't put in the correct or correct mix amount of coolant.
I'd been using the narrow aftermarket belt from AutoZone/Pepboys and must've install it too tight. I will review my procedure and use a scale. I will try to get the genuine brand which sells for four times more but I have to travel 100 miles to get it. I'd been looking around for a place I can order on the Internet and found nothing genuine. Does anyone have any suggestions why it broke or where I can get genuine alternator/water-pump belt?
Thanks