Alternator belt.......

Is it a easy change? or is it a big job? came to my car the other day after it had been a bit wet and started squeeking :frowning: and done the same today when it is dry… so i think it needs changing, could be wrong but think it is due one, let me know on if novice is able to change it :slight_smile:

JSR changed mine, PM Sean.

just read the how to replace it and going to give it ago myself i think, can you source the alternator belt from a toyota dealer or is it a specific lotus part?

Lotus part is, wait for it �78 plus vat, last time we checked!!!

Take yours off and go to a factors and they should be able to match it up.

John

nice one cheers john i shall do that, would u recomend me using the lotus part or is it ok using a different one?

Have used an aftermarket one on a few cars to no ill affect. All NA up to this point tho.

arghh so it will make a different being s/c and a/c am guessing?

Cars all had AC, but were NA. A SC belt will be longer, so should be ok.
You never know, the SC one maybe cheaper from Lotus?!!!?

ok thanks for your help, i shall phone up and get some info on it,

I think I might be in need of a new alternator belt, I have abit of a squeel going on when I come off the accelerator.

Did you DIY in the end, if so dont suppose you have the part number and cost?

Thanks in advance.