i got a craftsman riding mower to fix but i can't seem to find the problem. the belt for the deck all of a sudden looks like its way to big for mower. it was aliitle worn so i ordered a new one numbers match to a tee. after putting on new belt its still way loose blades stop even in the shortest grass. does anyone know if something moves on these tractors ? or have any ideas on what im over looking? ty for any help you can give me .
#2
Carscw
Is there a pic on the deck showing how the belt goes on?
Is the belt on right? If yes then I am thinking a spring came off a idler pulley.
Post your model numbers and we can get a pic for you to compare your deck with
model number is 917288562) the belt is routed right . doubled check that. the only thing i see that looks alittle loose is the arm that goes from the frame to the front of mower deck. its one of them projects i know i,m simply over looking something. thanks for your help
#4
Carscw
Lets do this the easy way Go here and you should be able to see where everything is.
Look at the springs I think that's what your going to find wrong.