1981 Ford LT8000 V-Belts

Your 1981 Ford LT8000 might be the best vehicle you’ve ever owned. Or you may just be struggling to keep it highway-approved. No matter the situation, Advance Auto Parts has the V-Belts you desperately need.

We currently carry 30 V-Belts to choose from for your 1981 Ford LT8000, and our inventory prices range from as little as $2.49 up to $55.99.

On top of low prices, Advance Auto Parts offers 3 different trusted brands of V-Belts for the 1981 Ford LT8000. We only sell parts from trusted brands like Dayco so that you can find quality parts you can count on.

Don’t take our word for it – check out customer ratings and reviews to buy with confidence. We have 23 reviews on our V-Belts for the 1981 Ford LT8000 from previous customers.

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V-Belts for Your 1981 Ford LT8000

Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt: 35.5" Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17355)

Bottom Cog V-Belt: 35.5" Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

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$14.29
Dayco® High Performance V-Belt is the workhorse of the heavy-duty industry. Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt. The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines. These Dayco® High Performance V-Belt advantages translate into less downtime, lower maintenance costs, and increased dependability. Dayco’s High Performance V-Belt meets or exceeds SAE J636 and J637 specifications.

Product Features:
  • The High Performance V-Belt design delivers more flexibility and increases airflow around the belt, so it runs cooler and lasts longer than most competitive belts
  • Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt
  • The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
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Dayco – V-Belt, Top Cog (Part No.17350)

V-Belt, Top Cog

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$13.49
Dayco® High Performance V-Belt is the workhorse of the heavy-duty industry. Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt. The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines. These Dayco® High Performance V-Belt advantages translate into less downtime, lower maintenance costs, and increased dependability. Dayco’s High Performance V-Belt meets or exceeds SAE J636 and J637 specifications.

Product Features:
  • The High Performance V-Belt design delivers more flexibility and increases airflow around the belt, so it runs cooler and lasts longer than most competitive belts
  • Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt
  • The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
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Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt; 58 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17580)

Bottom Cog V-Belt; 58 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

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$20.99
Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:
  •  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
  •  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
  •  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
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Driveworks – Poly Rib Belt Serpentine Belt; 54 Long, 6 Rib Count (Part No.52017)

Poly Rib Belt Serpentine Belt; 54 Long, 6 Rib Count

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$5.99
The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:
  • The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
  • This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
  • The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration
  • Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
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Driveworks – Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks (Part No.35017)

Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks

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$5.49
The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:
  • This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
  • Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
  • The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
  • The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration
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Driveworks – Automotive V-Belt (Part No.57017)

Automotive V-Belt

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$4.99
The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:
  • This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
  • Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
  • The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
  • The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration
See More

Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt; 57 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17570)

Bottom Cog V-Belt; 57 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

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$28.99
Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:
  •  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
  •  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
  •  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
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Driveworks – Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks (Part No.55017)

Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks

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$6.29
The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:
  • This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
  • Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
  • The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
  • The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration
See More

Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt; 52 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17520)

Bottom Cog V-Belt; 52 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

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$15.79
Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:
  •  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
  •  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
  •  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
See More

Dayco – V-Belt, Top Cog (Part No.17550)

V-Belt, Top Cog

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$28.99
Dayco® High Performance V-Belt is the workhorse of the heavy-duty industry. Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt. The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines. These Dayco® High Performance V-Belt advantages translate into less downtime, lower maintenance costs, and increased dependability. Dayco’s High Performance V-Belt meets or exceeds SAE J636 and J637 specifications.

Product Features:
  • The High Performance V-Belt design delivers more flexibility and increases airflow around the belt, so it runs cooler and lasts longer than most competitive belts
  • Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt
  • The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
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Dayco – Automotive RPF Raw Edge Cogged Belt (Part No.17560)

Automotive RPF Raw Edge Cogged Belt

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$20.99
Dayco® High Performance V-Belt is the workhorse of the heavy-duty industry. Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt. The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines. These Dayco® High Performance V-Belt advantages translate into less downtime, lower maintenance costs, and increased dependability. Dayco’s High Performance V-Belt meets or exceeds SAE J636 and J637 specifications.

Product Features:
  • The High Performance V-Belt design delivers more flexibility and increases airflow around the belt, so it runs cooler and lasts longer than most competitive belts
  • Polyester cord provides maximum power transfer and tension holding capability for the life of the belt
  • The laminated construction helps absorb greater shock loads associated with diesel engines
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
See More

Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt; 56.5 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17565)

Bottom Cog V-Belt; 56.5 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

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$22.49
Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:
  •  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
  •  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
  •  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
See More

Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt; 51.5 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17515)

Bottom Cog V-Belt; 51.5 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

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$18.79
Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:
  •  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses.
  • áDesigned for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses.
  • Provides greater durability and flexibility 35% stronger than all previous versions
  • Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
See More

Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt; 61 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17610)

Bottom Cog V-Belt; 61 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

from

$22.79
Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:
  •  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
  •  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
  •  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
See More

Gates – FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt (Part No.9610HD)

FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt

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$43.99
Designed for the toughest applications, FleetRunner construction provides superior flexibility, stability, load capacity, and unsurpassed belt life. Patented materials deliver peak performance at extreme prolonged operating temperatures making this belt the ultimate problem solver. An advanced blend of EPDM rubber technology withstands the modern threats of deterioration from increased exposure to ozone and water-based coolants. FleetRunner does this all while providing the lowest cost per mile for fleets, including 3/4 and 1 ton pickups.

Product Features:
  • Patented material provides peak performance at extremely prolonged operating temperatures
  • Heavy-duty construction resists cracking, wear, oil and heat
  • Special compound provides unmatched stability, load carrying capacity and belt life
  • Unique undercord notch pattern offers increased flexibility for smaller diameter pulleys
  • Problem solver for troubled drives
  • Engineered to save your fleet money and reduce downtime
  • Meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards and static conductivity requirements
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Gates – Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt (Part No.9610)

Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt

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$33.99
Replacement belt for the most demanding engine drives. Due to thermal forces, this variable notched belt actually tightens on the drive as it gets hot. This results in improved belt performance by reducing tension decay and noise.

Product Features:
  • Fiber-loaded rubber stock adds flexibility along the length of the belt and provides greater lateral stability in the pulley
  • Form-ground to ensure precise top width and sidewall dimensional control for proper fit to the pulley
  • Thermally-active tensile cords for maintenance-free performance when properly installed and tensioned
  • Resists oil, heat, ozone, weather and aging for improved belt life
  • Meets or exceeds SAE J636C specifications
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Gates – Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt (Part No.9570)

Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt

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$43.99
Replacement belt for the most demanding engine drives. Due to thermal forces, this variable notched belt actually tightens on the drive as it gets hot. This results in improved belt performance by reducing tension decay and noise.

Product Features:
  • Fiber-loaded rubber stock adds flexibility along the length of the belt and provides greater lateral stability in the pulley
  • Form-ground to ensure precise top width and sidewall dimensional control for proper fit to the pulley
  • Thermally-active tensile cords for maintenance-free performance when properly installed and tensioned
  • Resists oil, heat, ozone, weather and aging for improved belt life
  • Meets or exceeds SAE J636C specifications
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Gates – Belts (Part No.9350)

Belts

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$26.49
Belts

Gates – FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt (Part No.9570HD)

FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt

from

$55.99
Designed for the toughest applications, FleetRunner construction provides superior flexibility, stability, load capacity, and unsurpassed belt life. Patented materials deliver peak performance at extreme prolonged operating temperatures making this belt the ultimate problem solver. An advanced blend of EPDM rubber technology withstands the modern threats of deterioration from increased exposure to ozone and water-based coolants. FleetRunner does this all while providing the lowest cost per mile for fleets, including 3/4 and 1 ton pickups.

Product Features:
  • Patented material provides peak performance at extremely prolonged operating temperatures
  • Heavy-duty construction resists cracking, wear, oil and heat
  • Special compound provides unmatched stability, load carrying capacity and belt life
  • Unique undercord notch pattern offers increased flexibility for smaller diameter pulleys
  • Problem solver for troubled drives
  • Engineered to save your fleet money and reduce downtime
  • Meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards and static conductivity requirements
See More

Gates – FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt (Part No.9520HD)

FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt

from

$53.99
Designed for the toughest applications, FleetRunner construction provides superior flexibility, stability, load capacity, and unsurpassed belt life. Patented materials deliver peak performance at extreme prolonged operating temperatures making this belt the ultimate problem solver. An advanced blend of EPDM rubber technology withstands the modern threats of deterioration from increased exposure to ozone and water-based coolants. FleetRunner does this all while providing the lowest cost per mile for fleets, including 3/4 and 1 ton pickups.

Product Features:
  • Patented material provides peak performance at extremely prolonged operating temperatures
  • Heavy-duty construction resists cracking, wear, oil and heat
  • Special compound provides unmatched stability, load carrying capacity and belt life
  • Unique undercord notch pattern offers increased flexibility for smaller diameter pulleys
  • Problem solver for troubled drives
  • Engineered to save your fleet money and reduce downtime
  • Meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards and static conductivity requirements
See More

Gates – FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt (Part No.9550HD)

FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt

from

$47.99
Designed for the toughest applications, FleetRunner construction provides superior flexibility, stability, load capacity, and unsurpassed belt life. Patented materials deliver peak performance at extreme prolonged operating temperatures making this belt the ultimate problem solver. An advanced blend of EPDM rubber technology withstands the modern threats of deterioration from increased exposure to ozone and water-based coolants. FleetRunner does this all while providing the lowest cost per mile for fleets, including 3/4 and 1 ton pickups.

Product Features:
  • Patented material provides peak performance at extremely prolonged operating temperatures
  • Heavy-duty construction resists cracking, wear, oil and heat
  • Special compound provides unmatched stability, load carrying capacity and belt life
  • Unique undercord notch pattern offers increased flexibility for smaller diameter pulleys
  • Problem solver for troubled drives
  • Engineered to save your fleet money and reduce downtime
  • Meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards and static conductivity requirements
See More

Gates – Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt (Part No.9520)

Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt

from

$41.49
Replacement belt for the most demanding engine drives. Due to thermal forces, this variable notched belt actually tightens on the drive as it gets hot. This results in improved belt performance by reducing tension decay and noise.

Product Features:
  • Fiber-loaded rubber stock adds flexibility along the length of the belt and provides greater lateral stability in the pulley
  • Form-ground to ensure precise top width and sidewall dimensional control for proper fit to the pulley
  • Thermally-active tensile cords for maintenance-free performance when properly installed and tensioned
  • Resists oil, heat, ozone, weather and aging for improved belt life
  • Meets or exceeds SAE J636C specifications
See More

Gates – FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt (Part No.9350HD)

FleetRunner« Heavy-Duty V-Belt

from

$38.99
Designed for the toughest applications, FleetRunner construction provides superior flexibility, stability, load capacity, and unsurpassed belt life. Patented materials deliver peak performance at extreme prolonged operating temperatures making this belt the ultimate problem solver. An advanced blend of EPDM rubber technology withstands the modern threats of deterioration from increased exposure to ozone and water-based coolants. FleetRunner does this all while providing the lowest cost per mile for fleets, including 3/4 and 1 ton pickups.

Product Features:
  • Patented material provides peak performance at extremely prolonged operating temperatures
  • Heavy-duty construction resists cracking, wear, oil and heat
  • Special compound provides unmatched stability, load carrying capacity and belt life
  • Unique undercord notch pattern offers increased flexibility for smaller diameter pulleys
  • Problem solver for troubled drives
  • Engineered to save your fleet money and reduce downtime
  • Meets RMA oil and heat resistant standards and static conductivity requirements
See More

Gates – Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt (Part No.9550)

Automotive XL« High Capacity V-Belt

from

$36.99
Replacement belt for the most demanding engine drives. Due to thermal forces, this variable notched belt actually tightens on the drive as it gets hot. This results in improved belt performance by reducing tension decay and noise.

Product Features:
  • Fiber-loaded rubber stock adds flexibility along the length of the belt and provides greater lateral stability in the pulley
  • Form-ground to ensure precise top width and sidewall dimensional control for proper fit to the pulley
  • Thermally-active tensile cords for maintenance-free performance when properly installed and tensioned
  • Resists oil, heat, ozone, weather and aging for improved belt life
  • Meets or exceeds SAE J636C specifications
See More

Dayco – Bottom Cog V-Belt; 61.5 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality (Part No.17615)

Bottom Cog V-Belt; 61.5 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality

from

$21.99
Dayco’s high performance HD V-belt is one of the most innovative, top performing belts for its application. By combining raw-edge construction with a specially formulated polyester cord treatment, it offers excellent resistance to repeated flexing and protection against heat, oil and grease as well as the strength, stability and reliability required for vehicles that still need a heavy-duty V-belt.

Product Features:
  •  Designed for efficient power transmission to vehicle accessories in today’s trucks and buses
  •  Provides greater durability and flexibility – 35% stronger than all previous versions
  •  Features specially treated cords for added strength, stability and reliability
  • Made with specially formulated rubber compounds, this belt is highly resistant to extreme under hood temperatures that can cause premature damage to under engineered rubber compounds
See More

Driveworks – Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks (Part No.51517)

Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks

from

$5.99
The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:
  • This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
  • Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
  • The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
  • The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration
See More

Driveworks – Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks (Part No.56017)

Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks

from

$5.29
The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:
  • This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
  • Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
  • The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
  • The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration
See More

Driveworks – Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks (Part No.35517)

Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks

from

$5.29
The Driveworks V-Belt is manufactured with top quality components to deliver the maximum power and performance on all passenger cars and light duty trucks in service today.

Product Features:
  • This belt is made with bottom cogs to provide the maximum flexibility and grip required on v-belt drives
  • Polyester cords provide extreme tension-holding capability for longer belt life
  • The raw edge belt design delivers the maximum gripping power
  • The highly engineered rubber compounds are resistant to under hood heat and ozone deterioration
See More

FAQs for 1981 Ford LT8000 V-Belts

What are the most popular V-Belts for the 1981 Ford LT8000?

With 3 brands you can trust, our most popular V-Belts for the 1981 Ford LT8000 parts are:
V-Belt, Top Cog
from $13.49
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V-Belt, Top Cog
V-Belts
Bottom Cog V-Belt; 52 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality
from $15.79
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Bottom Cog V-Belt; 52 Inch Long, Exact Fit Premium Quality
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What are the best aftermarket V-Belts for the 1981 Ford LT8000?

See what past customers had to say about our highest-rated V-Belts for the 1981 Ford LT8000:
Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks
from $5.49
(4)
Automotive V-Belt, Driveworks
“Good quality like oem”
Automotive V-Belt
from $4.99
(2)
Automotive V-Belt
“Good price and quality”