Turntable Belt Fits Empire 398 and Other Empire 31.5 inch

Description

Shipping Estimates: The delivery time estimates are ebay’s, not mine.
Please check my feedback regarding my shipping. The free shipping is via USPS 1
st
class mail and before the Chinese Virus, was taking about 3 to 5 business days generally based on distance from me.
I have fallen victim to USPS’s delivery issues, just as everyone else has. Generally, things are still being delivered in a timely manner, but some delivery is delayed, of course, for unknown reasons. But overall, it is getting better and more consistent.
Brand new belts, not old stock. Meet or exceed original OEM specifications. Belt width and thickness are as follows.
0.158 inch wide and 0.023 inch thick.
You are bidding on one new replacement belt.
31.5” x 0.158” x 0.023”
Belt Compatible with - Empire 398 and Other Empire  SEE BELOW
"Providing the best quality replacement belt for you and your turntable is my goal. I want you to be happy with your purchase for years. Repeat business is how I have grown my business. I look forward to serving you."
-- VintageAudioForYouToo
PLEASE NOTE:  There is a terrific amount of confusion that exists as to the correct belt size for ALL Empire branded turntables. Empire built turntables, in some cases, with as many as 5 different chassis using the same model number, requiring as many as 5 different belt lengths. It is absolutely imperative that you measure the belt path that the belt takes around your drive pulley and platter. If your measurement is between 32.5 in. to 33.25 in. , or very close to either of these, then this belt should work for you for your Empire. Otherwise, IT WILL NOT WORK.
You are not just buying a belt. You are buying 30 years of experience in electronics and stereo equipment as well as my 20 years of experience on ebay. I stand behind all that I sell with that experience. Don’t be fooled by others that have copied my auctions. They can never copy the quality of my belts or my customer service. I have built my business on these qualities.
This is a Brand new PRB belt, not old stock. PRB is the best known modern belt supplier in the world. They meet or exceed original OEM specifications. You are bidding on one new replacement belt. Original belts for your turntable are long gone. If I could even find original belts, I could not, in good conscience, sell them. You are talking about a 25 – 40 years old belt. With today’s manufacturing processes and components, a state-of-the-art belt can be made. The long-term elastic characteristics of modern belts ensure stability for years to come.
Apologies to my Canadian Friends
- USPS price changes have more than doubled the cost to
Canada
for 1st class envelope/package. Believe me, it irritates me as much as it does you.
Please Click on the link below for a video on how to replace a turntable belt. Note: This shows replacement on a generic turntable, not your specific model, but it will be similar for all Belt Driven Turntables
How to Replace a Turntable Belt
BASIC INSTALLATION:
Most belts are easily replaceable. It involves removing the turntable platter (usually metal and they usually just pull straight up off of the spindle). The belt is placed around the inner lip of the platter. Platter is replaced onto spindle and then, through one of the holes in the platter, reach your fingers in, grab the belt from the inner lip of the platter, and stretch the belt around the capstan or motor shaft. You are done. Some turntables are a little more involved, but most are simple. Check yours out.
THE FINE PRINT and MY GUARANTEE to YOU:
Free Shipping and Priority Shipping Available. I am confident you will be happy with the results of your new belt. If, for some reason, you are not, simply notify me for return instructions, return the belt, and I will refund your purchase price or send a replacement belt. All of my belts are guaranteed not to be DOA. The item is shipped within 48 hours (usually 24 hours) after payment receipt.
Payment must be received within 3 days of auction closing.
If payment is not received within 3 days, it is my option to relist the item and file a non paying bidder alert with ebay.
NOTE:
Please realize that I mail your belt in a timely fashion, but sometimes delivery is delayed by the post office which I have no control over. Sometimes 1st class mail (the standard shipping) has taken up to two weeks for delivery. It seems to fluctuate, is unpredictable, and is not the norm.
90 Day Workmanship Warranty on All Belts
NOTE:
Texas
residents pay state sales tax.
List of Compatible Turntables:
Empire 398
Ebay thinks that it confuses buyers to have shipping options. Please ask me if you need expedited shipping and don't see it offered. I offer USPS Priority Shipping and USPS Priority Express Shipping (generally overnight, but sometimes 2 day)