Deck belt too tight

[Tiger Small Engine]

There's no adjustment. Thanks. It's 07 Pony

Before installing any new belt, simply compare the new and old belt. Put belt under arch of your shoe/boot and tighten belts with your hands and look. I do it every time before installing new belt and really aids in confirming correct belt size.

 

[StarTech]

13AN77TG7?? series. Two different models showed up. Both uses the same 1/2 x 96.5 v-belt. 954-04060C (Stens 265-201).

Make sure the v-belt is inside the belt retainers. Also make sure the idler arm is free moving and the engagement is free moving. Both can bind from rust.