Anyone else have these problems with Wildcat?

KyGolfer

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One thing to check on this mower is the two bearings [item 15] in the idler arm as it may not letting the arm to take up the slack in the belt. THis bearings apparent to be a 6202-2RS bearing.
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Will the bearing make noise if it was bad? Or is it that the pulley will not turn freely?
 

KyGolfer

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Thanks for all the advice so far. This thing is driving me nuts. Any other advice on bad parts though? The solenoid I got for a replacement, was a Scag brand solenoid. Not too keen on having to disassemble the solenoid and starter again. Any problems with jumping terminals for now?
 

bertsmobile1

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OEM is Original Equipment Manufacturer
IE it came from the same factory as Scag use .
OEM Spec means it should be dimensionally and structurally identical to the original Scag belt but is made at a different factory .
Replaces means that it will work but might not be identical dimensions & construction
Gates do not list your belt which usually means that it was not originally made in the USA or Mexico .
The market is global Scag could be buying their belt from China, India , Pakastan, Malyasa or Indonesia , all countries with a massive rubber industry .
 

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Yeah, I see that it wasn't a timed belt, I am not real familar with that model.
 

KyGolfer

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Yes, when I ordered the belt, I thought it was a Scag or equivalent belt. What you posted earlier of the Stens belt is what I received. Since it was still under warranty, it's again what I received yesterday. Before installing, I want to check the pulleys for drag as recommended. I have a small oil leak from one of my hydraulic pumps that I also need to check and see if there is leakage around or possibly on the belt itself. I really appreciate everyone's input, and advice. Still nothing on bad receiving bad replacement parts though. It must be just me then. Thanks again.
 
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