Kenmore Belt Question

[westytoploader]

I'm currently cleaning up the '68 (for the most part the underside is really clean and just needed a good vacuuming; manifold trap also needs cleaning...OY), and I notice that the belt is a smaller width than the belt the '82 uses (and the one I have). It's in good shape but I don't think it would be a bad idea to replace it. Being a V-belt type as well, will the larger belt work on this one?

 

[DADoES]

It may be a "QuietPack" belt. I recall hearing/reading somewhere that style was used on the first 18lb machines.

 

[coldspot66]

Austin,

You would have to change all the pulleys that the belts goes around in order to use the 95405 belt. The skinny belt is a 96388 I beleive. It was part of the "quiet pak" construction from the late 60's and early 70's and then went away. I don't think it "grabbed" as well as the cogged 95405 belt. I have some if you want one.

 

[westytoploader]

Hi John,

That sounds great!! My email is [email protected].

Thanks again!

 

[westytoploader]

Update

After cleaning the manifold trap & water valve, as well as removing the lint filter & housing for a little ride in the Bosch, I decided to plug 'er in. The timer advances perfectly, and both water valve solenoids work. Ran it on spin for a few minutes and the wig-wag, basket drive/brake, and mercury switch function normally, although it vibrates much more than my '82 in both noise and feel. Not sure if there's anything wrong here; when I move the belt by hand everything seems fine. I do need to sand and paint over the rust on the spin basket post and clean the agitator before I put water in it...might need to do more before it can be declared "seaworthy" though.

Even though this machine isn't a high-end model, to my surprise it still has the agitate/fill cooldown on the PP cycle!!!! Just that much more excitement on the maiden wash!

--Austin