Thank you for this video. I'm in the throws of figuring out getting over the back pulley. Going to wait for daylight tomorrow to try the suggestions here. My favorite thing about this model is the owner's manual tells you "several components and special tools needed, see a Sear's or qualified dealer to replace the drive belt". Its like, how about a diagram already LOL!

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure there's more than one way to do it. I'm also sure none of them are any fun. Lol. Good luck man!

I just replaced the drive belt on my craftsman T150. It is a lot different than the T110. Only one pulley in the rear over the transaxle with a plastic fan mounted above it . Two small clutch pulleys in the center and a pulley system connected to the crank. It’s not an easy task but doable. Easiest way I have seen on KZread is too remove the deck. And turn the mower on its right side making sure the gas line to the carb is pinched of. I drained my oil (it was time to change it anyway). And put a plastic bag over the gas tank opening and tightened the cap over it so gas wouldn’t leak out the vent.

This was an awesome video that helped me tremendously. I had to change the rear pulley that was worn out. There was no way I could work on my model without turning the mower on its side. Being a disable vet with two knee replacements, there was no way I could get down thay low on the ground! Thank you for your efforts and time to help others figure this stuff out.

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words and thank you for your service! There is no good way to do that job. It's the least fun I've ever had with my clothes on.

@lessummers5738

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u I have a t110 and got mower out of garage to mow and it was mowing but as soon as I try go up a little hill it wond got like the tires wont turn to pull up the hill even a little hill any idea what possibly going on? thank you

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@lessummers5738 sounds like maybe the drive belt is stretched. Did you replace it and if so, did you verify it was the right size?

@lessummers5738

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u No I dident replace it brand new tractor just got it last summer mowed maybe a month whith it I did notice it like squeaks a squeaking sound Sorry dont know much about tractors lol so you think it could be a belt?

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@lessummers5738 that's what it sounds like to me. The mower in that video was brand new as well. He cut about half a season with it. They build them as cheap as possible. I would definitely check the belts and my advice is, if you have to change them, make sure you use a Gates belt. Should last you a long time.

This was definitely a helpful videos for the most difficult time I’ve had doing something I remember being so easy in the past. The only thing I did differently was when he took the pulley out in the rear that small pulley acts as a belt tensioner so you can just use a wrench on it and the belt will come off without taking another pulley out

@Amirismail49

2 жыл бұрын

Yep. Did the same thing without taking the big pully out.

@jordanr897

Жыл бұрын

This is a much better way. Thank you!

Thanks for sharing! I wasn’t expecting the comedic add at the end…just punch ‘em in the throat!’ Lol!!!

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

Lol. Thanks man. Sometimes you gotta laugh to keep from crying!

Mine stays in the garage as well when not in use, but that doesn’t stop us from having issues with it. It seems like we are constantly having to change the deck belt and that’s a job in its self!

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. I'm actually worried about the drive belt doing that again simply because I couldn't find any reason why it did it the first time. Everything was where it was supposed to be and all.of the tensioners and pulleys were fine. It's just a poor design in general.

Never understand why they don't come out with a better Design they know the belts are going to wear out! What a pain in the ass!!!

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Poor design all the way around.

3:20 - just lift the other end of the retaining clip to get it off. They are designed with a retention spur that keeps it from sliding off. By lifting the opposite end it moves that spur out of the way and it slides right off.

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

After all these years, I still haven't learned that brute force isn't always the answer. Lol

Perfect Fit! Quality Belt!

My God don't listen to this guy you'll be there all day. First of all do not pull any pulleys! After the deck has been removed cut the belt remove the belt guard from the front pulley, slip the belt over the pulley on the bottom the large one as it sits there loosely feed the belt to the back pulley remove battery and plastic Trey slip belt up and over large pulley to the axle if needed take a large screwdriver to squeeze the belt in between the belt guard without damaging the belt. It's very easily done. Go back to the front pulley lift belt over small pulley if having trouble jump the belt on the pulley by turning the engine. Reinstall belt gard. Reassemble battery back into tray. Start your lawn tractor then turn it back off after 2 seconds make sure bill is all aligned and everything looks good. Reinstall deck and you're on your way have a nice day. Never turn tractor over on its side! No oil needs to be removed no gas needs to be removed! Use a floor jack and jack stands for safety. The job shouldn't take you longer than a half hour or hour at the most

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

I agree. Don't listen to me. I put it on it's side for viewing purposes. I removed the oil because it needed to be changed. I drained the gas because I wasn't sure how old it was. Reading through your step by step, I'm not sure how you feed the belt in without removing a pulley but if it works for you, awesome. That sounds way less aggravating than what I did.

@superrboc0001

Жыл бұрын

I replaced my belt the same way. I didn't even have to remove the belt guard, just pulled down on it slightly with a pry bar. No problems. As far as getting to it, I just jacked the front of the mower up.

@GOLDBEACHBIKER

Жыл бұрын

I'm thinking of *slightly* bending outward the two tabs at the front large pulley. Just enough to squeeze the belt in. I am squeemish about taking off the pulley, etc, plus I don't have an impact socket wrench. Am I ill-advised to do that?

@Wadejm533

Ай бұрын

Well he did say it was his first time and wish you could come and fix mine it just came off. I think I'll let the repair shop do it. ​@AverageJoes4u

@AverageJoes4u

Ай бұрын

I would probably go the same route if I had to do it again. Sometimes the juice just isn't worth the squeeze.

I have a 6 yr old T1600. This looks similar to mine. While I was changing the blade belt, I noticed a big crack in the drive belt. I've heard these are really hard to change. But when I removed the battery and looked at the pulleys underneath, it, I noticed that theres a small pulley in front of the big pulley that you pulled off in this video. I found it easier to remove that in order to get the belt out of the way to get to the drive belt. I figured I might as well replace all the belts while I have them apart. I'm hoping I can avoid taking the front pulley off. I might have enough slack to do it. Great video. Keep up the good work.

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not familiar with the T1600 but I think most of that style mowers are about the same now. I didn't notice that pulley when I was doing mine but you're probably right. There absolutely has to be a better way to do it. Hopefully, it goes smoother for you than it did me. I appreciate the kind words and good luck!

@michaelott310

3 жыл бұрын

I'm hoping so too. My Craftsmsn 1600 is similar to the one you worked on. I've never worked on riding mowers before. So I'm learning as I go. Videos like this really help the process.

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

They definitely do. KZread is always my go to for uncharted territory. I bought an old Honda lawnmower that needs a clutch. I ended up finding a 12 year old who seems to know everything about them. That makes one of us. Lol.

@michaelott310

3 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u OK. So put the drive belt on. But I couldn't see how to connect the transmission belt to all 3 pulleys. It's too short. The new belt is the same as the old belt. They all have to connect somehow right? Any suggestions

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

@@michaelott310 mine has a double pulley system. There's a belt that runs from the shaft on the motor to the bottom pulley on the rear. The top pulley on the rear has a separate belt that actually drives the rear wheel. That's the belt that wraps around all 3 pulleys. I'm not sure if that's what you were asking me or not?

If you take the fender pan off the frame, a lot of that stuff is very easy to get to. Then drop the mower deck down and do most of it from the top. I've had a few given to me that had broken belts that I've repaired and sold used. Just a little FYI.

@AverageJoes4u

10 ай бұрын

Good to know. Thank you!

Can’t stand the bow-tie pins! Swapped mine out. Saves a ton of time and cut knuckles.

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I agree sir. Engineers are awesome!

@michaelott310

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah me too. I used cotter pins

@BlackFoxProduc

Ай бұрын

Yep, those are garbage. Regular pins are the way to go.

Not sure why you would take the pulley off. All you have to do is take the belt off of the tensioner pulley, drop the belt in between the top and bottom pulley, take the belt off of the back pulley and then take it the rest of the way off.

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

Not sure why I did it the way I did it either. I'm guessing at the time, it made sense to me. As I've gathered from the comments, I'm a moron who has no idea what he's doing. Having said that, at the end of the video, the mower had a new drive belt and was functioning properly. May not have been the best way but it was certainly "a" way. Thanks for watching.

Really great video

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. It didn't feel.great when I was doing it. Lol. Thanks for watching!

First of all just want to say new to the channel and awesome informative video. Thank you. I see that that is the Craftsman T110 model, we recent had the opportunity to get either the Troy Bilt Pony 36 or the Craftsman T100 and we decided to get the Craftsman T100 and just had it delivered yesterday actually. It ran good aside from the cutter housing vibrating a little but if we should ever run into any trouble with the drive belt would it be as hard to replace as this T110's would be or do you know if there are any differences?

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not familiar with the T100 model specifically but my guess is, it would be the same. As we discussed in one of my other videos, most mowers are now being manufactured by the same company, MTD. I also have a Sabre, made by John Deere that appears to be identical to the T110. The one thing I'm certain of is it's an absolutely horrible design and a nightmare to work on. I'm not an engineer but I have to believe there is a better way to do it. Now that I'm finished whining, thanks so much for the kind words and taking the time to watch. I really appreciate it!

On my T2200, I was able to drop the deck, remove battery, release belt from idlers, slip belt off of transmission first, then remove belt from front pulley without removing it, or any brackets. 20 min start to finish.

@AverageJoes4u

2 ай бұрын

Sounds much simpler than the way I did it.

@nedhed4261

3 күн бұрын

🍪🥇

Got a 1999 Craftsman 46" , Looks like I will have more fun when I pull the gas tank !

I changed all three belts on my Bolens which is exactly the same and it was not fun either. Burned up one new belt trying to figure it out and put it all back together. Still doesn’t run exactly smooth but it works and cuts.

@AverageJoes4u

9 ай бұрын

It was certainly an experience. Glad you got it going. Hopefully it lasts forever! Lol

Well after watching you struggle while the machine was on its side and we can only get it up a few inches off the ground I got a feeling this lawn mower is now for sale needs fixing 200 bucks! I hate when I get some mad I start cussing and it just looks like one of those projects for me

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, there was absolutely nothing fun about it. I had to walk away several times so I didn't beat it to pieces. It can certainly be done but speaking from experience, I don't think it can be done without cussing. Lol. Good luck!

What did you use to take the rear pully off, swivel socket or wrench?

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I came in from the top and snaked it down through so I could get leverage. There wasn't much room so luckily it wasn't incredibly tight. I believe it was a 7/8 wrench.

@BlackFoxProduc

2 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u thanx!

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Any time sir. Good luck!

With the proper tools I'm sure it can be done. My father and I are about to attempt to replace the drive belt on a craftsman model 247.204380. Without a lift. I would make a video on using one. We'll see.

I'm thinking of **slightly** bending outward the two tabs at the front large pulley. Just enough to squeeze the belt in. I am squeemish to take off the pulley, etc, plus I don't have an impact socket wrench. Am I ill-advised to do that?

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

The only problem I could see is not being able to bend them back the way they were. If not, you'll have a problem with the belt trying to jump off. I've never been a huge fan of going by "the book". I would say do the best you can if that's your only option. Most of what I've learned came from not having the right tools or even the required knowledge for the task at hand. Sometimes you just gotta grip it and rip it! Lol

@GOLDBEACHBIKER

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u Thank you for taking the time to respond. One can carefully pry one tab and feed the belt through. You CAN do it!

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@GOLDBEACHBIKER lol. Yes. Yes you can. Appreciate you watching and commenting. Hope it all works out for you.

Now that’s funny 😄. Now it’s my turn to do mine 😳

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Good luck sir. You're gonna need it. Lol

SORRY, did i miss the part in the video, where you put the belt thru the ideler pulleys? are this mower has no ideler pulleys, any info would be great

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I don't recall whether I filmed it or not. It was pretty cut and dry. There are guides that come down beside the pulley. I apologize.

What's the best way to get that front pulley off if you don't have an impact?

@GOLDBEACHBIKER

Жыл бұрын

Monkey wrench on shaft, socket wrench with cheater bar on bolt, piece of cake!

I wish you showed where the belt goes underneath.

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry. It was super tight under there. I tried my best to explain it. There's really only one place for it to go.

Thanks for the video

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Any time sir.

Lol. First taking those pesky pins out,. just need to pry open it and it slides right out. As opposed to yanking it full force. You almost did a number on your knickknacks. 😂. Anyways also wishing you showered the belt through the 2 pulleys in the middle underneath before the mortor front pulley. Thanks.

I do not understand why people leave these tractors outside..I have a 2021 Craftsman T240 paid over $2,700 for it I'm not leaving it outside that's for sure

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I bought a zero turn and had a building built just to have somewhere to put it. Lol

You could do the whole jobb without taking the front pulley off. Take off the stearing wheel and top plate, and then just loosen the clutch pulleys. 30 min job.

Thank you for making this video. I have a T100, (almost exactly the same as yours) and I can't figure out how to level the deck on it? I've watched vids of other Craftsman rider mowers but my T100 doesn't have the adjustment arm that all the other mowers had in the vids! My left to right is way off by well over half inch, maybe even three quarters! I'm frustrated and I haven't even begun working on it yet. Would you happen to know where the adjust the deck on this?

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

I honestly don't remember. That's one mower I couldn't get out of the building fast enough. Lol. Most of them are fairly simple. I think once you get under it, should be pretty easy to spot. If not, let me know and I'll see what I can dig up for you.

@biblebear6795

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u Hi, thanks for the quick response. So I spotted a hex bolt connected to what appears to be the upper frame of the deck but I don't see an adjustment bolt behind it. I tried to give it a turn but it was REALLY tight so I didn't want to force it since I didn't exactly know what it was. I can't see behind it so see if there is a bolt on the inside. I'd have to jack it up and that doesn't seem right for a leveling bolt being the mower needs to be grounded. I'm stumped. Looking for the manual now.

@biblebear6795

Жыл бұрын

...actually its that brass looking hex bolt at 2:03 in your video here!!

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@biblebear6795 seems like I remember something about an adjustment near the rear wheel on the side. Maybe a lock nut possibly?? If that's the case, it would be hard to turn.

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@biblebear6795 nice! Glad you found it.

When taking the pulley off, was the bolt reversed threaded?

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Best I can remember, both front and rear pulley were standard thread.

Working on mine right now. OmG! Never knew it would be such a pain in the as*. Was just going to replace spindles,blades and deck belt, but saw that yhe drive belt wasnt far from breaking, soooo...thanks for the help, now i know the pulley has to come off. Was trying to figure it out, why in hell would somebody design some sh*t like this?

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Lol. You remind me of me a month ago. It is an absolutely ridiculous design. I hope the guy that designed it catches his wife with his brother.

@leviwestfall3282

Ай бұрын

Hell I build them for a living and still had to watch. Forgot what spring goes where..lol. they will make you cuss. My dad always said if your not bleeding or bitchin ya ain't working 😅

@AverageJoes4u

Ай бұрын

No doubt!

@BlackFoxProduc

Ай бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u 🤣🤣🤣🤣

Not having issues with either end but nothing about how it goes by the middle pulleys?

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure exactly what you're asking. There were no "middle" pulleys on that unit.

@docsavage4414

3 жыл бұрын

Mines a Lt 1200. Idler pulleys that engage when gas pedal is pressed. My belt had broken and came off. Other than a fuzzy diagram, no clue how to route. Your video was close enough to get me started, much appreciated! About a 4 hr job including discovery. I think I could probably get it done next time in about an hour. Craftsman used a threaded nut as a spacer/bushing and took me a while to figure out where that &#@* nut went.

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

@@docsavage4414 I'm glad you got it figured out. I agree. I almost didn't do the video simply because I wasn't confident in the process and it looked like it was going to be horrible. I'm glad I did. Having said that, it wasn't fun but it was incredibly educational. Like you, I think the next one would go much faster. I'm glad you were able to get something out of it and I appreciate the kind words.

Great video. I am having a tough time getting the belt on the rear pulley due to the belt guides, any suggestions? Thank you.

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it man. Unfortunately, I don't. That was the worst part of the whole project for me which is why it's not in the video. Lots.of cussing and throwing things. Eventually, it was just brute force. I'm sure there's a better way but I certainly didn't find it. Sorry I couldn't be more help.

@toms6756

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u Thanks for the quick response, I am going to give it another shot today.

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@Tom S good luck man. Wouldn't wish it on anybody.

@toms6756

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u Thank you! Just got through it this afternoon and hoping these belts last for years to come. Thanks for the tip on brute force, it worked. All the best to you!

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@toms6756 glad to hear it. I'm happy it worked out for you.

So how’d you get that pully off under that bar I’m having a hard time understanding

@AverageJoes4u

Ай бұрын

Which pulley are you asking about? The front or rear? The front, I used an air impact. For the rear, I was able to work a wrench down through the hole. It's tight but doable.

Yes something so simple shouldn't require research. Of course I'm doing mine in the dark. I really didn't see how the tension spring attached to the bracket so I'm there on reassembly. A also only released the back two pins on the deck and only released the brackets on the pulleys and my belt made entry there. I do agree when first doing there seems to be time wasted on incorrect position in steps all and all fairly easy in the butt kind of way. Like all mechanics for me lately Good video except I still don't know where the spring attached to the tensioner. Is it a hole or the belt retainer lever

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

To be honest, I don't remember. Seems like it was a hole as it has tension on it all the time. I don't think it would make sense to have it on a lever system but I could be wrong.

I've got a 2020 Murray that's exactly the same. I've got to do the drive belt on it too. I don't know what the part number is for the belt though. I got it second handed with the belt already broken and part of it missing. Of course no parts manual either. Wish me luck.....

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

You're gonna need it sir. 😀

Oh...this looks like it's going to be an experience. Not sure how I'll do it without an impact

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

That's a tough one man. Mine was loaded with threadlock.

What about a craftsman LT1500 with the 7 speed hand controller. Mine doesn't want to move in the lower settings. This is also the brake when set in position 1. What could be the problem?

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

Not sure exactly. Sounds like maybe a clutch adjustment??

I’m attempting to replace the upper drive belt on a t1400. When I attempt to remove the front pulley the motor turns when I try to unscrew it. How do I stop that from happening so I can remove the bolt?

@AverageJoes4u

2 ай бұрын

I used an impact. Worked like a charm.

@JeffW-bf9kl

2 ай бұрын

So the motor turning isn’t hurting anything internally? It sounds like it “releases” to the exhaust as it turns.

@AverageJoes4u

2 ай бұрын

You're essentially manually turning the motor over. That's compression you're hearing. You should be fine.

damn you be busting some knuckles

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Sometimes you just gotta get it.

@doughboybellmore2347

2 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u getting ready to change my belts on my lt 2000, wonder if I should bring it to where I got the belts

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

It was definitely a job man. I would probably do it again now that I have a better idea but that first time was definitely not fun.

@doughboybellmore2347

2 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u exactly what I was thinking, don't look like fun, by the way I am your average dough, doughboy, Thanks for the info

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Lol. Any time sir.

Does the spring attach to the wall of the lawn mower? I’m so lost on that one.

@AverageJoes4u

Ай бұрын

If you're referring to the big tension spring, there's a hole in the tensioner bracket on one end and on the other end, if you're standing behind the mower, there's a hole in the bottom left for the other end. Just a heads up, it wasn't fun getting it back in.

@Supreme-yv3uo

Ай бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u 😂😂 I know it was hard as hell to take it off. Now I know I had the brake engaged it makes sense why it was so hard. Me and my dad struggled.

@AverageJoes4u

Ай бұрын

That whole job was a struggle for me. Hopefully I never have to do it again.

@Supreme-yv3uo

Ай бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u thanks for replying. Have a good one.

@AverageJoes4u

Ай бұрын

@Supreme-yv3uo you too sir!

Like video the problem I have is I can't get belt past belt keeps the drive belt jumped off now cant get it back on. Can you remove that double pully how did you get yours on?

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

I feel your pain sir. I was able to get it in the inside keeper. While I know this isn't the proper way, I ended up prying the outside keeper out, giving it everything I had, and saying a whole bunch of words you can't say in church before it finally went in. It was by far the worst part of the whole job. I think you can probably remove it but from what I could see, some of that stuff is spring loaded and it looked to me like pretty much everything would have to come off the bottom. In all honesty, I was afraid to try it that way. I know that's not much help but the short answer is..... get mad at it. Good luck man and thanks for watching!

@adonnat63

3 жыл бұрын

We had to use a pry bar as well. I don’t understand why that has to be so difficult!

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

@@adonnat63 you're right. There's no reason it should be that hard to get a belt on. Absolute horrible design.

@ElectricEllie66

3 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u I'm having this exact same issue. It took me hours to pry the guards to slip the belt back in place. Went to mow and the exact same thing happened again, but this time it's wound around the transmission belt. Are there any solutions or parts to replace this horribly designed pulley? Or am I just destined to replace belts every time I mow? Brand new mower. Used 3 times, and Lowe's won't honor a refund or exchange.

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

As far as I know, there's no fix. As hard as it is to get on, it's beyond me how it comes off in the first place. The sad part is, almost all new mowers with a clutch system are set up with that same ridiculous design. I currently have a Sabre which is "supposedly" made by John Deere. Looks to me like the exact same set up. You would think after every mower you sell has the same problem, something would be done but if they don't have to make it right, why change??

Is there a way to tighten my belt without taking anything off

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

As far as I know, there's no way to tighten the belt at all. The tensioner is supposed to do that automatically but I could be wrong.

hi, can you please tell me what is the size of drive belt,for this machine

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

The length of the belt is 35.25. The MTD number is 954-05040. I would recommend crossing that into a Gates number but that's just my opinion. I've always had better luck with Gates belts and hoses. Hope that helped. Good luck!

@acasm

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u ohh thank you so much But Im from Serbia, we are in metric This numbers what you say to me, dont help me at all Do maybe know what is the length in centimeters of a driving belt Thank you so much and greetings from Serbia

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@acasm 89.535 centimeters.

Omg, this is the most complicated video I've seen. Kind of worrisome for a belt.

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

You have no idea. Definitely the least fun I've ever had with my clothes on.

@rustystaley7150

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u help, this is the proper way lol. The pulley ypu removed just keeps turning the motor when I try to remove it. What can I do?

@rustystaley7150

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u is it because ypu have an impact driver?

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

@@rustystaley7150 yes. I was using an air impact. I can't remember but did I mention in the video that it may be reverse threaded?

@rustystaley7150

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u Jesus help me 😆 how do I figure that out? Was the one in the video reverse threaded?

Did the crank pulley need to come off. Looks like deck belt was out way. Slip drive belt over deck belt pulley

@AverageJoes4u

10 ай бұрын

To be honest, I don't remember. Seems like there were guides holding the belt on that weren't removable but I could be wrong.

great but what about belt tension. i am not getting full speed when set to 6 speed

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

As far as I know, the tension isn't adjustable. It's created by the spring that hooks to the back. I could be wrong but that's all I saw.

@philliphall5198

Жыл бұрын

Install new spring

I having problems I replaced my drive belt on craftsman T1600 now I have no brakes and clutch doesn't seem to work trying to find a video where someone adjusting brakes or the clutch on craftsman T1600. have you work on one

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

Thank God, I have not. That was a fairly new mower so everything else was still in pretty good shape.

that mower is identical to the 42" Murray 17.5 briggs, also made by MTD. which I have. walmart sold it. I lent it out and it now need that belt replaced.. ...oh well.

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

It's been a pretty decent mower. These days, they're all pretty much the same.

@jwades77

2 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u good video, when tipping up the mower, probably best to drain oil and fuel else its a pain when the oil and fuels locks up the cylinder. smoke and oil everywhere if u dont.

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

@@jwades77 you're right. If I remember correctly, I drained everything before I started on it but I could be wrong. I tend to get focused on something and overlook everything else.

And what I needed to know was how do you get that pulley off?

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

If you're talking about the back pulley, I was able to wiggle a wrench in. It's not ideal but you can get it in.

@kennyh7177

2 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u that was the one. Thank you!

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

@@kennyh7177 no problem. You have to stand on your head and chew the left side of your tongue but it's possible. Best design ever!

How long was the belt that was used?

@AverageJoes4u

4 ай бұрын

I honestly don't remember. I was able to get a number off the factory belt and I crossed it to a Gates number.

What Size drive belt fit craftsman t100 riding mower

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

I honestly don't remember. My old belt had a number I was able to interchange to a Gates belt.

This thing is a pain. Three belts. Must remove the trans belt to replace drive belt. Crazy.

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Yes. Yes it is. The quality on those mowers has gotten to the point that they're almost "throw away" like a cheap weedeater or something. The least they could do is make their junk a little easier to work on.

Put some never zee on shaft like a mechanic would

That mower looks fairlly new

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

It was. He had just bought it when he started having problems. He took it to a shop where it just sat for a ridiculous amount of time. I think it only had two or three cuts on it when it got to me.

@danielpadgett2831

Жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u wow glad you got it going

Yep you need

Do you remember the size on the drive belt?

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, I don't. I think I just started with an Amazon search for the T110. Once I got the number, I interchanged it to a Gates number. When it comes to belt or hoses, in my opinion, Gates is the only option. Sorry I couldn't be more help.

@mejia69210

2 жыл бұрын

I went to get the part number from under the hood on my T1000 which is 954-04050 for upper drive belt & measurements are 1/2 X 35 in & seems to be a bit small can't put it on. Any tips?

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I do remember that part number was different from mine. Did you release the spring from the back on the tensioner?

Just found one at the dump… broken drive belt lol

@AverageJoes4u

11 ай бұрын

It's hard to blame whoever did that. It's probably how I would handle the next one. Lol.

What was the belt size ?

@AverageJoes4u

20 сағат бұрын

I honestly don't remember. I got a number off the old belt and crossed it to a Gates number.

That is not an easy job. The bolt holding the engine pulleys on looked like it had red loctite

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

It did. I don't know that it would have come off by hand.

What in the world did you use to get the pulley off? Sure cant get a socket in there.

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

I used a wrench. I believe it was a 7/8. I snaked the open end in toward the front and used the box end to break the bolt loose. It's incredibly tight but there's just enough room if you get the angle right.

@clydereed1890

2 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u Finally got that part situated, now in the front does the belt go outside or inside those two guides?

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Outside the pulley, inside the guides.

@clydereed1890

2 жыл бұрын

@@AverageJoes4u thanks for taking the time to help.

@AverageJoes4u

2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Glad to help. Hopefully it works out for you.

I could done take a ratchet and socket and got that off

Worse design with how to remove the front pulley when you attempt to remove the bolt to drop them. The pulley spins freely so you cannot remove the bolt without resistance. Engineers are cool. Maybe next time put the large pulley above the smaller pulley to allow easy belt install? Geniuses

@AverageJoes4u

11 ай бұрын

I agree. A bunch of educated morons paid to find the absolute hardest way to do something.

I like to know why you got to take that up and put a belt on

@AverageJoes4u

Жыл бұрын

Take what up?

Be a lot easier if you knew how to take the clips off wouldn't it just take the bottom clip and pull it down and slide right out

@AverageJoes4u

3 жыл бұрын

You're right. Would have made that job sooo much easier if only I hadn't struggled with 2 clips. Thankfully, that won't ever happen again. Thanks for watching!

Yes I just like to know why you took you didn't have to take it out and put a belt on

So don't buy a NAME. Even Parts! Buy MTD parts

There all MTD MADE IN CHINA. just different names paint ect

@leviwestfall3282

Ай бұрын

China?😂

@426superbee4

Ай бұрын

@@leviwestfall3282 Yep

@leviwestfall3282

Ай бұрын

OHH, REPLACEMENT belt, I see🤙

You didn't have to take it off to put a belt on anyway you just want to make a video