When you install, should the pulley move at all. Or does the belt just go around it?
1982534
These pulleys are mounted on a movable bracket which when engaged against the mower belt it drives the mower blades. When not engaged, the pulleys are free wheeling. So the belt is placed around the pulleys.
491413
Are you referring to the belt? The actual pulley is attached as in the picture, but it does not come with the belt.
1500571
Yes mine never hit it or moved it you should be fine. I installed mine just a little lower than normal. Just disconnect it when you get a state inspection it won't pass.
2134710
I just had this problem with the outter rotor drive belt coming off the pulleys, there's a threaded insert on the pulley side of the rotor driveshaft that comes loose and unscrews allowing the shaft bearing to move out of it's recess in the side cover and the belt comes off. You can tighten the insert back up by removing the other side cover and using an allen wrench and a hex wrench on the pulley just make sure the rotor drive hex is aligned properly as you tighten it back up. Maybe some thread locker would cure the problem or it just wasn't properly torqued to begin with when assembled. The rotor should be tight with no side to side movement, if there is side to side play then the belt will come off. I just had this problem with the outter rotor drive belt coming off the pulleys, there's a threaded insert on the pulley side of the rotor driveshaft that comes loose and unscrews allowing the shaft bearing to move out of it's recess in the side cover and the belt comes off. You can tighten the insert back up by removing the other side cover and using an allen wrench and a hex wrench on the pulley just make sure the rotor drive hex is aligned properly as you tighten it back up. Maybe some thread locker would cure the problem or it just wasn't properly torqued to begin with when assembled.... » Read More I just had this problem with the outter rotor drive belt coming off the pulleys, there's a threaded insert on the pulley side of the rotor driveshaft that comes loose and unscrews allowing the shaft bearing to move out of it's recess in the side cover and the belt comes off. You can tighten the insert back up by removing the other side cover and using an allen wrench and a hex wrench on the pulley just make sure the rotor drive hex is aligned properly as you tighten it back up. Maybe some thread locker would cure the problem or it just wasn't properly torqued to begin with when assembled. The rotor should be tight with no side to side movement, if there is side to side play then the belt will come off. « Show Less
1118207
Yes. Give it a wiggle back and forth while pulling on it. It's set in tight. Enjoy...
1600097
Sorry it took me so long to respond. It clicks on the outside of my belt. It could be moved to the back once it's on a belt. Hope this helps....
672195
no you don't have to change pulleys. the belts just fit right on the old pulleys. just be sure to order the right width belts. the belts work great in reducing vibration. i certainly recommend them.
820703
It not that bad, anthough I did need to renforce the belt loop. Otherwise I've been using it for the last several month with no issues.
698777
Hi, it is normal for it to wiggle for slightly. If the fitment is too tight, it would be hard to remove and re-insert. It should fit tight enough so that it won't slide around though.
1604297
You need to be careful. A belt of medium elasticity should stretch between 3% and 5% from its relaxed circumference to the size it assumes when on the platter and pulley. Many belts sold online are too tight, and this can injure the top motor bearing. Also, there is often debris from the old belt on the platter rim and motor pulley. This should be cleaned off. I use isopropyl alcohol (99% pure), Scott shop towels, a scraping tool, and a green pad.If someone tells you that you can get away with a tighter belt, go elsewhere.
765263
It's very easy....of course, you're going to have to put pressure on the belt to get it over where it hooks. It has to be on there tight or you've done it incorrectly. Any belt no matter what it's on (ex. lawn mower, etc.) has got to be pulled tight to wrap around. Everything with this machine is just a matter of following the directions!!
1927583
The manufacture suggests wetting the belt can help it slide on but I was able to slid it on dry and it stays in place just fine. The fit should be snug, but if you can't get it on at all I'd probably contact the seller / manufacturer.
133225
James, the belt does not slip. I was worried about that too, initially, but the material gets less slick with use and the buckle grips quite well.
241979
I have not had any problem with it moving. There is a small Velcro strip that helps keep it in place.
373726
Nope. Sounds like it's out of alignment. Use the two allen screws at the back to adjust the belt so it's running straight down the center.
2094353
There is a thin rubber belt that drives the wind-up pulley that would probably weather and break after a time. How long? That would depend on the amount of exposure and how drastic the conditions. I've had a unit inside the garage for over 10 years and only replaced one belt. The rest of the unit is plastic and nylon cording that should be alright outside. If I had the need, I would certainly try one because the darn things work!
1690217
No, I may have been lucky, but for me the pulley came off and went back on without a problem. I think that the most important thing is to keep up with parts and where they go back on. I found a helpful parts diagram online. I wish I had taken some digital pictures during disassembly, but did okay and have used it without a problem since last mid-summer.