Why did Ford get rid of the Windstar?
Why did Ford get rid of the Windstar? Another reason for getting rid of this Windstar is a safety factor. If your Windstar is from a state where salt is used on the roads in the wintertime, these Windstars suffered from rear axle failure. The fix was either to use an epoxy to affix plates to the rear axle or for Ford to buy the vehicle. Which is better Ford Windstar V-belt or serpentine belt? The serpentine belt on the Ford Windstar has a better construction and tends to last longer than traditional V-belts. Unfortunately, newer belts normally wear out...