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544 update/fan belt size 444-544

posted by  bruce6666 on  Thu Apr 30 06:25 CST 2009
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Hi, thanks for all the help, cleaned up the rear spindle threads I got the rear wheels on the 544 and got it home, still needs a little work. Plan to get new castle nuts, when I find them, size is 7/8 x 14 fine thread.
There was no fan belt on it, so I put in a Gates 7350, (Gates web site said this was the correct one) seemed awful tight to get on, but did it. the old broken one was a Gates 7360. Car started up, but a awful squeking noise from the belt, could the belt be to small? anyone know the correct size belt or part no. Any part suppliers do you prefer? Repair manual? The car engine sounds good, the floor pan on the passenger size is gone.
My plan: 1. Get it running, rebuilt the brakes, all frozen, drive it, if I like it, repair floor. Will post pictures soon.

Thanks
Bruce








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    posted by  Ron Kwas on  Sun May 3 23:49 CST 2009
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    Bruce;

    Squealing belt suggests slipping...possibly caused by looseness or high load...I suggest you also check pivot bolts below, and assure these are tight also...they like to loosen, oblong the holes and allow gen to wiggle around, which could be contributing to squeeling...you could also use emery cloth lightly on pulleys to break glazing...Gates is a quality belt manuf.

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    posted by  Suppo176 on  Sun May 3 15:44 CST 2009
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    Assuming that all is correct and stock pulleys are on the B18/B20.. The Volvo part number that is on the belt of my 544 is 950807 followed by a Gates Number 8110-8200 40

    By my semi-precise measurements, the belt is 35" (outside measurement) and is 3/8" wide at the top and tapers to 3/16" where it fits the pulley grooves.








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    544 update/fan belt size 444-544

    posted by  bruce6666 on  Sat May 2 07:44 CST 2009
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    So My update is the generator shaft won't move, haven't checked the water pump yet, but will, plan to bring in the generator for service on Monday, thinking about, replacing with the alternator upgrade, but that is $225+

    Also i found out the engine in this car is a B20
    Will keep you updated.
    Bruce








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    544 update/fan belt size 444-544

    posted by  walrus3 on  Sat May 2 06:21 CST 2009
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    The correct length belt may be a bit of a squeeze to get on. A longer belt will be hard to adjust.
    If the belt is good and tight it should NOT squeak.
    Do your generator and water pump turn freely with the belt off?
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    George Downs, Bartlesville, Heart of the USA!







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