97 Taurus 3.0L AC compressor pulley seized and broke serpetine belt. Anyone know of a shorter belt size that can be routed to bypass compressor? Thanks, Doug

I have 2001 Taurus 3.0L Vulcan, I had the same problem and I found a way to bypass the AC compressor pulley with a belt of 66.5 inches eff.length (DAYCO p/n 5060665. It seems to me that this should work on 97 as well, because the OEM full-length belts on these models are compatible...

Thanks so much, idjikaity. I'll give it a shot.

The 66.5 inch belt does work on the 97 3.0L. Thanks, Doug

You are very welcome, Doug (http://www.automotiveforums.com/vbulletin/member.php?u=68063) !
I am glad my experience was of some help to you.
Yuri