Hey guys,

I have been running the same serpentine belt since I have had my car (~50K miles) and have run it through the stock setup, the evosport setup, and now the code3 setup. I would therefore like to get a new one for my new setup. I searched around on the forum and was unable to find a link or place to purchase another serpentine belt for the C32. Does anyone know of where I can purchase one besides from the stealership? Thanks

 

your options are the stealership (approx $80) or get a gatorback belt. (search the forum)

 

Jake's right. Gatorback can be purchased through Summit Racing for $50-60.

 

MB part number is 112 997 00 92. It’s manufactured by ContiTech, as they are a MB OE supplier.
~$50 from my friendly wholesaler.

Or-
http://www.germanautoparts.com/beta/...2/9310/5874542

Aftermarket equivalents:
http://www.jegs.com/i/Gates/465/K081145/10002/-1

http://www.partsamerica.com/productd...Number=4081145

 

I'm just personally not a fan of the gatorback belt...It is too agressive on the components...

just my 2 cents...

 

so are you saying that it increases the rate of wear-and-tear of the components the belt runs because of the aggressive components?

 

I need a new belt also and considering the Gatorback 4081145 also...Jake please elaborate how you feel about it or anyone else...I want to place my order Monday when either the Stealership is open or I may use the links Splinter provided for the MB version..

 

for the links

 

+1

 

I actually tried the Gatorback belt with my current set up, but found it to be too flimsy. The stock belt is thicker and doesn't flex as much.

Here's a place you can buy the factory belt without leaving your house. This site can be accessed through the Mercedes-Benz of Eugene Oregon website or directly here:

http://www.trademotion.com/partlocat...?siteid=214269

Go to Maintenance & Lubricatioin --> Engine Service --> Belts & Pulleys --> Serpentine Belt.

The belt is only $53.25 for the C32.

 

here is another of the Gates for $45 no shipping charges

http://www.rockauto.com/dbphp/prt,64,K081145

same parts place but thru pricegrabber $50 with Shipping

http://autoparts.pricegrabber.com/en...ts/m/63430799/

I been getting great reviews of the Gates V belt over the OEM or Gatorback.

 

Gatorback Poly Belt #081145 is what I just installed a month ago.

 

free shipping
$59
http://www.autohausaz.com/search/pro...20Drive%20Belt