I appreciate this additional comment about the break it's interesting because it's like you just slightly take your foot off the brake and the thing shoots off like a jackrabbit it's like I'm trying to figure out how to tone it down a bit which might be a separate issue I don't know. But here's what I can say so I drove it around the yard with no mower deck engaged + I didn't really hear the noise that much it's constant like a ringing noise which seems to only occur when the blades are engaged but it's not as bad as it was say yesterday. It also feels like when I do engage blades the mower engine is working a little harder than normal when the mower deck is perfectly fine I don't know for sure on this but I'll know if I blow another head gasket this is true.
Jim
So I went to get on on the riding mower just to start it up I pressed a break in and then I take my foot off the brake there's this weird kind of loud clanging noise I've never actually heard it before I don't know what that means? I will try and upload a video to YouTube soonI appreciate this additional comment about the break it's interesting because it's like you just slightly take your foot off the brake and the thing shoots off like a jackrabbit it's like I'm trying to figure out how to tone it down a bit which might be a separate issue I don't know. But here's what I can say so I drove it around the yard with no mower deck engaged + I didn't really hear the noise that much it's constant like a ringing noise which seems to only occur when the blades are engaged but it's not as bad as it was say yesterday. It also feels like when I do engage blades the mower engine is working a little harder than normal when the mower deck is perfectly fine I don't know for sure on this but I'll know if I blow another head gasket this is true.
Jim
Just to follow up on this I never actually started the engine I just sat on the seat and kept pressing the brakeSo I went to get on on the riding mower just to start it up I pressed a break in and then I take my foot off the brake there's this weird kind of loud clanging noise I've never actually heard it before I don't know what that means? I will try and upload a video to YouTube soon
Thanks
Jim
I see there's a lot of videos to watch on the lt2000 brake clutch assembly hopefully this solves the problem but thanks for various individuals helping me so farJust to follow up on this I never actually started the engine I just sat on the seat and kept pressing the brake
I would say the idler pully is bad, is what you are hearing is the bearing.
I just made this video you can hear the grinding or whatever that noise is + the mower deck is shaking and something weird with the pulleys.
Jim
Hi Thanks for your reply, the idler pulley is part of the mower deck, you meant it this way? I have never looked up parts for the drive train but a quick search yields this:I would say the idler pully is bad, is what you are hearing is the bearing.
I just wanted to mention if it is a brake related issue, this guy created a pretty amazing video on the topic, I am endorsing it but I have no clue who he is.Hi Thanks for your reply, the idler pulley is part of the mower deck, you meant it this way? I have never looked up parts for the drive train but a quick search yields this:
I have 2 brand new mower deck pulleys, just arrived yesterday - I have yet to install them.
Me to Google: Does the drivetrain for the lt2000 have an idler pulley? <-- this link is a real search link not spam, etc.
Answer: ( from Google )
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Yes, the Craftsman LT2000 drivetrain system utilizes idler pulleys
. These pulleys play a crucial role in maintaining proper tension on the drive belt and ensuring its correct routing and alignment around other components like the engine and transmission pulleys. This helps prevent belt slippage and promotes efficient power transfer to the wheels, according to JustAnswer.
A common type of idler pulley found in lawn mowers, including the LT2000, is the flat idler pulley, designed to work with flat belt systems and provide a smooth surface for belt contact. You may find different variations of idler pulleys depending on the specific model and year of your Craftsman LT2000, as some manuals may show differences in the number and placement of these pulleys.
If you are experiencing issues with belt slippage or improper tensioning on your LT2000, it's recommended to consult the mower's manual for the correct belt routing diagram and inspect the idler pulleys for smooth rotation and