Serpentine belt recommendations?

najnad · 08-17-2021, 07:42 PM

Are there any aftermarket serpentine belts better than OEM? Looking to change the on on my N55 engine.

bmwPower99 · 08-17-2021, 09:40 PM

You can't beat a gates belt

Bdavi011 · 08-18-2021, 10:40 AM

I used the OE Continental brand when I replaced mine last time. I believe did it at around 75k miles? I'd have to check but currently at 95k with no issues

Wgosma · 08-18-2021, 11:07 AM

...How many miles on the car? Has the belt's idler pulley/tensioner been replaced?....if not I would strongly recommend doing so, it's not expensive part and installation is pretty simple. Those pulleys are like all rotating parts....they wear out over time.

Good luck/Bill

383vett · 08-18-2021, 12:31 PM

I replaced the belt and tensioner on my N55 a few months ago. Belt, tensioner and idler pulley and bolt.

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