Capt. JG wrote:


Just got back from the boat.. all is in good shape. Replaced the alternator
belt, which was stretched to the limit of the adjusting arm. I kept the old
one, but I'm not sure it's good even for a spare.


Just throw it out...and get another new one for a spare...no sense
putting an old worn out one on in an emergency situation...and I can't
think of any alternate uses for a worn out alternator belt...