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Gates 7597 Accessory Drive Belt
Reliable High Capacity V-Belt for Classic GM and Chrysler Vehicles
The Gates High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) Part Number 7597 is engineered to provide dependable accessory drive performance for a range of Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet, Chrysler, Dodge, GMC, Oldsmobile, and Pontiac models. Designed with durable materials and precise construction, this belt supports efficient engine operation in vehicles such as the Bonneville, Charger, Grand Prix, and Town & Country.
- Top width: 10 mm (0.41 inches)
- Effective length: 1511 mm (59.5 inches)
- Outside circumference: 1532 mm (60.31 inches)
- Notched construction for improved flexibility and heat dissipation
- Cord material: Polyester for strength and durability
- Belt material: EPDM for resistance to wear and environmental factors
- Single strand design with a 36-degree angle cross section (Hc41)
About the Gates High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) Product Line
The High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) line from Gates is designed to meet the demands of accessory drive systems requiring enhanced load capacity and durability. This product line features notched belts constructed with EPDM rubber and polyester cords, providing a balance of flexibility and strength. Part number 7597 exemplifies these qualities, making it suitable for a variety of classic and modern vehicles that require reliable accessory belt performance.
Technical Details and Construction
This accessory drive belt features a notched design that improves heat dissipation and flexibility, reducing the risk of premature wear. The polyester cord material offers tensile strength to maintain belt integrity under load, while the EPDM rubber compound resists cracking, ozone, and heat degradation. With a single strand and a 36-degree angle cross section (Hc41), the belt ensures consistent power transmission across the accessory drive system.
Compatible Vehicles and Applications
- Buick models including LeSabre and Skylark
- Cadillac DeVille and Eldorado
- Chevrolet Bel Air and Impala
- Chrysler Town & Country and New Yorker
- Dodge Charger and Challenger
- GMC commercial chassis P10, P20, P30, P1500, P2500, P3500
- Oldsmobile Cutlass and Starfire
- Pontiac Catalina and Grand Prix
Common Issues Addressed by This Accessory Drive Belt
- Slipping or squealing belts causing accessory malfunction
- Cracking or fraying from worn or degraded belts
- Loss of power transmission to alternator, water pump, or power steering
- Reduced belt flexibility leading to premature failure
- Incompatibility with original equipment specifications
Installation Notes and Tips
Ensure the belt routing matches the vehicle’s accessory drive diagram before installation. Check pulleys and tensioners for wear or misalignment to prevent premature belt damage. Use proper tensioning tools to achieve manufacturer-recommended belt tension. Inspect the belt periodically for signs of wear or damage, especially in high-mileage vehicles.
Quality Assurance and Warranty
Gates High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) Part Number 7597 is manufactured to meet strict quality standards for durability and performance. The EPDM belt material and polyester cords are tested for resistance to heat, ozone, and wear. While specific warranty terms may vary, Gates products typically come with a limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.
| Brand | Gates |
| Part Number | 7597 |
| Position | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard), Fan and Alternator |
| Yes | |
| Angle | 36 |
| Angle | 36 |
| Belt Material | EPDM |
| Belt Material | EPDM |
| Construction | Notched |
| Construction | Notched |
| Cord Material | Polyester |
| Cord Material | Polyester |
| Cross Section Designation | HC41 |
| Effective Length | 59.5 |
| Effective Length | 1511 |
| Notched | Yes |
| Number of Strands | 1 |
| Outside Circumference | 60.31 |
| Outside Circumference | 1532 |
| Section | HC41 |
| Strand Quantity | 1 |
| Top Width | .41 |
| Top Width | 10 |
| Type | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| Type | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
This part fits 113 vehicles. Search below:
| Year | Make | Model | Liters | Cylinders | Fuel Type | Position | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1982 | Chevrolet | P20 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Air Pump and Hydraulic Pump | W/O P.S.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1982 | Chevrolet | P30 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Air Pump and Hydraulic Pump | W/O P.S.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1982 | GMC | P2500 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Air Pump and Hydraulic Pump | W/O P.S.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1982 | GMC | P3500 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Air Pump and Hydraulic Pump | W/O P.S.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1980 | Chrysler | LeBaron | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/O A.C.; W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1980 | Chrysler | Newport | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/O A.C.; W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1980 | Chrysler | Town & Country | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/O A.C.; W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1980 | Dodge | Aspen | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/O A.C.; W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | P10 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Alternator and Air Pump | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | P20 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Alternator and Air Pump | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chevrolet | P30 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Alternator and Air Pump | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chrysler | LeBaron | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chrysler | LeBaron | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chrysler | Newport | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chrysler | Newport | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chrysler | Town & Country | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Chrysler | Town & Country | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Dodge | Aspen | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | Dodge | Aspen | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | GMC | P1500 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Alternator and Air Pump | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | GMC | P2500 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Alternator and Air Pump | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1979 | GMC | P3500 | 4.8L | L6 | GAS | Fan, Alternator and Air Pump | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1978 | Chrysler | LeBaron | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1978 | Chrysler | Town & Country | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1978 | Dodge | Aspen | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1978 | Dodge | Aspen | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1978 | Dodge | Monaco | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1978 | Dodge | Monaco | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1977 | Dodge | Aspen | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1977 | Dodge | Dart | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1977 | Dodge | Monaco | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1977 | Dodge | Monaco | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Chrysler | Newport | 5.9L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Chrysler | Valiant | 5.9L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Aspen | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | W/A.C.; W/59 3/4" Belt O.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Aspen | 5.2L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Aspen | 5.9L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Charger | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Fan and Alternator | W/100A. Alt.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Charger | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | W/A.C.; W/59 3/4" Belt O.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Charger | 5.2L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Charger | 5.9L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Dart | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | W/A.C.; W/59 3/4" Belt O.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Dart | 5.2L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Dart | 5.9L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Monaco | 5.2L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1976 | Dodge | Monaco | 5.9L | V8 | GAS | Alternator | W/Leece Neville Alt.; W/O A.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1975 | Chrysler | Valiant | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | W/A.C.; W/59 3/4" Belt O.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1975 | Dodge | Dart | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | W/A.C.; W/59 3/4" Belt O.C.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1974 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; Early; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1974 | Cadillac | DeVille | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; Early; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1974 | Cadillac | Eldorado | 8.2L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; Early; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1974 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; Early; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1973 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1973 | Cadillac | DeVille | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1973 | Cadillac | Eldorado | 8.2L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1973 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Cadillac | DeVille | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Cadillac | Eldorado | 8.2L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Chrysler | Imperial | 7.2L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Chrysler | New Yorker | 7.2L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Chrysler | Newport | 6.6L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Chrysler | Newport | 7.2L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Chrysler | Town & Country | 6.6L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Chrysler | Town & Country | 7.2L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Challenger | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Charger | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Charger | 6.6L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Charger | 7.2L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Dart | 3.2L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Dart | 3.7L | L6 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Monaco | 6.6L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1972 | Dodge | Monaco | 7.2L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Air Pump | HVAC heater hose with A/C, fits Serpentine Belt application.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1971 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1971 | Cadillac | DeVille | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1971 | Cadillac | Eldorado | 8.2L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1971 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | 1st Design; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1970 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1970 | Cadillac | DeVille | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1970 | Cadillac | Eldorado | 8.2L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1970 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1969 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1969 | Cadillac | DeVille | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1969 | Cadillac | Eldorado | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1969 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1968 | Cadillac | Commercial Chassis | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | Eng. No. 197767 & After; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1968 | Cadillac | DeVille | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | Eng. No. 197767 & After; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1968 | Cadillac | Eldorado | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | Eng. No. 197767 & After; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1968 | Cadillac | Fleetwood | 7.7L | V8 | GAS | Power Steering and Air Conditioning | Eng. No. 197767 & After; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1967 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1967 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass Supreme | 5.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1966 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1965 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1964 | Oldsmobile | Cutlass | 5.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Oldsmobile | 98 | 6.5L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Oldsmobile | Starfire | 6.5L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Alternator/Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Alternator/Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Catalina | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Alternator/Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1962 | Pontiac | Grand Prix | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1961 | Oldsmobile | 98 | 6.5L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1961 | Oldsmobile | Starfire | 6.5L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Alternator/Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Bonneville | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Catalina | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Alternator/Generator | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1961 | Pontiac | Catalina | 6.4L | V8 | GAS | Fan and Power Steering | Not compatible with vehicles equipped with AC.; High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1960 | Buick | LeSabre | 6.0L | V8 | GAS | Fan, Generator and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1959 | Buick | LeSabre | 6.0L | V8 | GAS | Fan, Generator and Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1957 | Chevrolet | Bel Air | 3.8L | L6 | GAS | Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
| 1957 | Chevrolet | Bel Air | 3.9L | L6 | GAS | Air Conditioning | High Capacity V-Belt (Standard) |
* Always verify fitment with your vehicle's VIN if unsure. Submodel & trim restrictions may apply.
This part directly replaces or is cross-referenced with the following part numbers:
Cross-reference numbers are provided for identification purposes only. Always confirm fitment before ordering.