Jrblanke 918 #1 Posted March 3, 2014 Periodically I see new old stock (unused but original) belts for sale. These could be drive belts, deck belts, etc. Are they still good after all these years or is it better to buy a new belt with the same dimensions. Thanks, James Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Kelly 1,033 #2 Posted March 3, 2014 I use many of them with no issues Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
daveoman1966 3,839 #3 Posted March 3, 2014 So long as the NOS was not exposed to the elements, they would be good-to-go. In any case, they'd be fa-rand-away better than some off-the-wall after market belt. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MalMac 1,332 #4 Posted March 3, 2014 I bought a dozen or so from a dealer going out of business over 15 years ago. Who knows how long he had them. I have used 4 or 5 of them with no problems. There a little stiff but they loosen up. If your only talking a few cents to maybe a dollar or two difference then I would buy new. If it is substantial savings then go for it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ol550 830 #5 Posted March 3, 2014 Considering that a lot of belts are still the original on tractors and well over 30 years old sure should be ok to use. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 11,395 #6 Posted March 3, 2014 Some of them are like gold! If you can find them. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Brrly1 1,146 #7 Posted March 3, 2014 Definitely not afraid to use an NOS belt. Like they say a little stiff but they definitely do the job. Especially if they are no longer available! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 11,482 #8 Posted March 3, 2014 No opinion but recall seeing this Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
