dav-lyn farm
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I have a Case IH 8455 round baler, but this is a more general question about belts. Can someone advise me how to determine when to replace round baler belts? I have received a lot of "advice" from people who want to sell me belts, but I'm interested in a more unbiased viewpoint. I'm not sure how old this baler is. I bought it used about 10 years ago. I think the belts are original equipment. I have used it to bale less than 300 bales per year and I have kept it in a shed. Are there any telltale signs that would indicate the need to replace the belts? Here are some things I have seen that give me some concern. The chevrons on the belts are worn a little more on the edges than the middle. Some belts have a few bits of frayed cord showing along the edges. Last year one of the belts broke in two (not at a splice) and there was no evidence of damage that would have weakened it. Thanks for any help you can offer.