DIY: How to Change the Upper Drive Belt on MTD Gold Lawn Mower - Bolens or Yard Machines
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- This video shows step by step how to change the Upper Drive belt on a MTD Gold lawn mower.
Symptoms that signify it is time to change this belt:
1. Mower stalls when moving uphill. The engine does not strain but the mower will not move.
2. The mower will not change speeds when adjustments are made on the variable drive speed lever.
Please leave a comment below if you have any questions about the process. You can also leave a comment if you have a request for a video covering another aspect of this mower.
Click the links below to view other videos related to the MTD Gold Riding Mower:
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This video not only saved me time and money, it allowed me to save a machine that holds great sentimental value to me. Thank you
That’s great! I’m glad it’s working again! God bless.
You are the ONLY one who described perfectly how to do this. Thanks for taking the time to show us all.
I’m glad you were able to get both belts installed!
@@TightWadDIY You are the man. Actually saw one video where an old fart cut the tractor in 1/2 to do the job. Unreal. All the best!
@@pnew1537 No one "cut it in half" to change a belt, you're a crappy liar.
This was the PERFECT video for me. There are so many different lawn tractors, but this one matched mine (MTD) perfectly. Most drive belt videos focus on the lower (longer) belt. TightWadDIY has a video for the lower drive belt too, but this is the one I needed. By the way, the biggest pulley needs a 7/8" wrench (I used a closed end wrench - a socket will not fit underneath the frame bar). You need to put a screwdriver in the hole to stop the pulley from turning and then squeeze the 7/8" wrench in place and pull hard! It takes some strength, but it moved. Loosen the bolt on the pulley and it will be loose enough to remove the old belt and put on the new one. Thanks so much for this great video!
Good length video. Perfect demonstration and camera work in a tight space. Best instruction that I've seen on belt replacement. That's all you need. Well done!
Captain Barnstormer Thank you for the kind compliments. This was one of my first videos.
Thanks, most vids involve changing the forward belt which is more involved, this vid was exactly what I needed as my belt is as bad or worse than yours was.
I’m glad you found it helpful. I do think you should change both belts while you are in there though. I have a video showing step by step for the lower belt also.
@@TightWadDIY Oddly enough the lower belt looks OK, might be a spot or 2 where I didn't see a weak point though.
You are a life saver. Thanks so much for your excellent guidance.
You are so welcome!
You are a an amazing instructor❣️The way you explain everything is so important and helpful, thank you!
Thank you. I’m a teacher by trade.
I like that string trick! That will save me some cuts and scrapes.
Yes! It makes it’s so much easier!
@TightWadDIY I used it today on the same type of mower, it's genius! No cussing, no bleeding! Thank you for the great yet simple tip!
@@TightWadDIY I used it today too and such a great tip (I used a zip tie, but same idea!)
@@ericanschuetz1519 Yes! I'm glad it worked for you too! Zip tie was a great idea.
Thank you so much for this video! Straight to the point and now my tractor is running again!!
Great! I’m glad you found it helpful.
MAM you saved me a TON of work, great video Thanks!!!!
Thanks brother your video was easier to follow than the manual and other places I looked. I changed the belt and can now tackle this 3 feet high grass that has grown while I waited to change it. You are the man!!!
Happy to help!
Outstanding video. Looked at the video once then went out to my garage and change the upper drive belt on my Mower in very little time. Thanks buddy.
aston DaCosta Very nice! Glad I was able to help. Be sure to subscribe. I have several other videos for this mower.
Great video, right to the point and well explained, like the string trick on the spring as well
I’m glad you found it helpful!
Awesome video!
Thanks for the timesaving info!
My pleasure!
Exact same as a Home Depot "Huskee" lt4200 if anyone is looking. Thanks for posting, great trick with the spring!
Mike B Yes! MTD makes several models sold under different brands. I’m glad you found this one helpful for your Huskee. Thanks for the comment.
Very good video young man. I truly appreciate it as I have never seen anything like this here before. Been working on mowers since I was a kid too. Thank you!
Thank you. The drive belts are quite the chore to remove. They didn’t keep us in mind when designing the mower!
To change a lower drive belt on an automatic or pedal drive (I guess about a 2003) I removed deck, lifted the rear of tractor with a chain fall. Release the upper belt tensioner spring and slip off belt. Then adjust to fit a vice grip type clamp and clamp the top of the variable pulley to the bottom of the pulley bracket so it does not turn when you loosen the bearing retaining nut (one at bottom of the variable pulley). Loosen this nut to where it is almost all the way off. Push up the pulley till bearings bottom on nut head. This will allow enough clearance from the belt keeper bracket to remove and install new belt in bottom pulley groove. You may also have to loosen the three ten millimeter head bolts that hold the pulley bracket to the frame to get side clearance. When you can thread the belt around the pulley retighten all bolts. Hold the crankshaft pulley with a pipe wrench and remove pulley bolt and drop pulley to remove the belt. Also you can remove the belt sleeve guide by unscrewing it so it does not interfere with the new belt that you are now pushing through from underneath. Push the crank pulley back on and put belt around it and push it all the way up so it is inside the keepers. Re torque bolt. Then reinstall the guide bolt/sleeve. Then thread the belt around the two tensioners underneath. Then reinstall the upper belt and reattach the tensioner spring. Job easy and simply done.
I spoke to you about your microphone I found out the name of the one on the other video I was hearing is called a lavalier microphone works exceptionally well it's like you're just standing there talking to me one on one FYI thank you for everything
I’ve definitely looked into lavalier mics. I would prefer a wireless one but I’ve never pulled the trigger. Check out some of my more recent mower videos and you will see the audio is much better.
Really good video. Well done
Man that was perfect and will save me time and money. Thanks.
Roger McGee Sr. You are welcome. I’m glad you found it helpful. I have several videos for this mower so he sure to subscribe.
Great demo! Changed mine out but for some reason the pulley with the spring, is pulling the belt so much that its contacting the mower deck lifter. Which that lifter is incredibly close. I don't know if my replacement belt might be a hair too long? Not sure if you or anyone has every run into this issue. The lifter in question you can see starting at about 1:40 into your video.
Your videos are great just wish I could watch it and hear it at the same time you need a better microphone you're good at what to do and I am hard of hearing but you're very soft spoken I just get frustrated I got a hold of to my head but I can't see what you're doing and then if I'm watching it I can't hear what you're doing I'm sure there's a compromise in there someplace just takes me longer to listen to you and get it to where I understand from listening and seeing and I get my work done and I very much appreciate your services on these videos have a blessed day
Love this video. Great demonstration!!!!
Elisha Lott Thank you. I hope it helped you make your own repair.
TightWadRepairs saved me at least a hundred bucks I figure. I just fixed it and literally took me 20 minutes from looking for wrenches to putting the seat back down finished. Thank you so much.
Elisha Lott Thank you for sharing your success story. This is why I keep my channel going!
Thank you
You’re welcome!
Thank you very
You are very welcome! I have several videos for this mower so he sure you subscribe!
Nice job, very useful. Thanks.
You are welcome. Let me know if you need any other videos for this mower. I will be selling it next spring.
+TightWadRepairs I'd love to see one on removing the deck itself. Working on mine and had neglected any real maintenance on mine for several years so tore it down to the frame as was easier to examine and work on stuff. I fear the deck for some reason lol
The deck should be fairly easy to remove once the belts are off. There are just a few points that hold it on. I will see if I can get a video made for you soon.
Great video. Definitely helped. However now when I disengage the parking brake while mower is running there's a severe vibration....?
Thanks for the great video. No bullshit and straight to the point. Worked like a charm was in and out in no time.
Navy Corpsman Thanks for the compliments. Glad it was an easy swap for you. Be sure to subscribe!
great video
Thanks!
It is usually a good idea to replace both the upper and lower drive belts at the same time. They work together and typically wear out in the same amount of time. Follow this link to view the video for changing the Lower Drive belt.
czcams.com/video/s15DY6FkCeE/video.html
Good job on the video. Clear and concise.
I'm wondering if I can pry or hammer the metal next to the largest pulley outward just a bit so I won't have to remove it. That way, the belt could be replaced from the side of the mower without pulling the battery.
Also, there are many versions of this riding mower. Mine is labeled as a White Outdoor and I have seen them at Wal Mart with a black paint job. Can't remember what name they had there. You can tell they are the same tractor because all the controls are in the identical spot.
Mike B I don't recommend bending the metal.
Good Video
+KB'S Small engine Repair parts & Service Thanks. That means a lot coming from you.
I don't know if this will actually work to replace my belt, but regardless, this was a really good video. Especially the spring trick
MyRCexperience Thank you for the comment. The same techniques usually apply to all mower belts. Hopefully you can get yours changed without too much trouble. Be sure to subscribe for more tips!
I got the belt off but now the littlest pulley won’t move left when the spring is unhooked. It moved left earlier when removing old belt,, now it won’t move either way. Any suggestions
You know, if they would have just left 1/4 inch clearance, you could just thread it on without having to take half the mower apart.
I totally agree. It is a design flaw for sure.
Superb video! Instant subscriber for sure. Headed out to replace drive belt now. Do you have any part number for a muffler for this type of riding mower? Universal muffler? Mine came without one & it is LOUD. Thanks again for a wonderful video!
Silver Maple Sorry I somehow missed this comment. I appreciate the kind words. Try calling MTD and ask them about the muffler. They are surprisingly helpful.
on the longer belt that goes to the engine pulley I was able to bend the tabs enough to remove the belt
Did you have to loosen the nut on the bracket of the tensioner pulley? Mine won’t move. However I did manage to get the new belt on. Also mine seems to not wanna go as fast as it used to. It does grass cutting speed, but not faster. Any ideas?
Sorry I don’t recall. Did you buy an OEM belt? It’s possible the belt is slightly longer and that’s why it doesn’t go as fast.
It’s the same part number belt as the one I took off. My small pulley won’t move, it must be rust welded.
I did all of this and fired it up. Initially it did great in forward and reverse but the more I shifted it slowed almost to a stop then barely moved in a jumpy manor and smoke started coming from the right side of the mower somewhere. I immediately shut it off. Im lost😭 Any suggestions??
I have a mtd gold 20hp, model13AX795S004,made.. in 2014. can anybody tell me where to find a vedio explaining replaceing the drive belt?
Do all the MTD machines use the same type of setup? Mine is MTD Gold Lawn Tractor (2002)
get saved They do change some over different year models but the same basic concepts do apply.
Hey i have a mtd lawn tractor it starts up and cuts grass but it wont move i was going uphill one day and stopped moving could it be the this drive belt ?
That is the same symptom mine had before I replaced my belts. It ran like new after the change. There is an upper and a lower drive belt. I suggest replacing both at the same time because when one is worn out, they both are likely ready to change. I have videos for both.
@@TightWadDIY ill try to attempt this tmrw thanks for your help :)
My upper drive belt shredded today on my Bolens 38 inch cut. Which pullies do I wrap the belt around? I got the old one off, but now I'm confused which pully do i route the belt on the shift pully. Is it the top or bottom part? Please help! I'm 69 years old and getting a little foggy minded. I subbed. Thank you in advance.
I would think the upper drive belt goes on the top section of the variable speed pulley if that’s what you are referring to.
@@TightWadDIY Thank you for the fast answer.
Good video but the belt magically was on the 1st pulley. Did you have to take it all the way off??? Thanks 😊
Yes. I took that pulley all the way off. When reinstalling it, make sure the teeth on the pulley nest with the teeth on the shaft.
Anyone tell me the size of the nut on pulley ?
Great video by the way 👍
7/8"
What size wrench to remove the bolt on the large pulley
Sorry. I don’t have this mower anymore and I don’t remember.
Sorry. I don’t have this mower anymore and I don’t remember.
Doing it quick not thinking anyone move parts . Dissemble mtd it was white ish no tag 12 hp looks like 93 but 80$ and even seventy 93 has vents top hood mine don't I painted it at work brought home some one scattered crap everywhere. Finally found two long braces I can't figure out the hood. Has sq lights w mouth looking thing on front which I made an alien and glows in dark. Was gonna be ninja turtle. Don't bolt to side plates with three holes but no other holes except braces which are like 17"with cables to hold hood
When you pulled the string on the extension spring (1:49) in order to remove it, the hook was positioned vertically. In mine, when I initially removed the extension spring, its hook was horizontal. Does it matter whether the spring is hooked back in the vertical or horizontal position?
E Castle it doesn’t matter as long as its hooked firmly.
how long is that belt and do you got a parts number for it
I show the model number at 2:55 in the video. I always recommend buying an OEM replacement belt instead of getting one that is only close. This is a crucial belt for your mower so get the OEM.
thanks
Thanks quick and to the point, volume a little low.
Thanks Will. Sorry about the audio. This series was my first ever attempt on CZcams! I’ve learned a lot since then.
3:02 how do you get it on the larges pulley? Mine has a guard keeping it from going on. 2:31 loosen pulley? why? what does that do? can you show that?
I did this but after I did the speed control no longer worked. Now it goes in like speed 2 and not 4, 5, or 6. !!!!
Yes loosen the pulley so you can lean it enough to get the belt behind the guard. Sorry I can’t show it again. I no longer have this mower.
@@TightWadDIY I noticed that you need to take large pulley part way off and was able to get it on but speed no longer works. I noticed the spring was off when I took old belt off and it was really hard to get spring on after new belt. New belt is same number as old belt. I noticed it looked like you are gently pulling spring with one hand. I had to brace myself and pull with both hands using about 40-50 lbs of pressure.
Ok, how do you replace the largest pulley wheel... that is what i need to know.
Video for that?
Douglas Worsley I show how to loosen the large pulley. It should just pull off and then you slide the new one on. I no longer have this mower so I can’t go look and tell you.
TightWadRepairs l am replacing the wheel since it rusted in the middle and broke. I cant get it over the top of the bolt leading from the transmission
Douglas Worsley Sorry man. I wish I had one I could look at. Try checking Taryl Fixes All’s channel. He has some great mower repair videos too.
biggest pulley.... Do you just loosen it a bit, and by how much?
Enough to get the belt off.
Just like any other belt
I got my mower up and moving again but it's running only in first gear? Any idea why?
Cody Sipes Did you replace your drive belt(s)? If so, you may not have bought an OEM and it could be slightly longer than the original. I always buy OEM.
Yes, I replaced the upper drive belt. The belt was shot and the spring had become rusty and snapped. I replaced both the belt with the same model number I found at Lowes. I also found the spring there. I replaced both like you showed in the video. The mower will go in forwards and reverse but doesn't pick up and speed when I shift into higher gears. The belt seems to be moving on the pulleys just fine. I'm sure whatever the problem is I'll figure out this week. At least I can mow my grass lol.
Cody Sipes Let us know if you figure it out. It could be the spring is too loose or the belt is too long.
The drive belt is genuine part 754-0241a that I bought from lowes
Cody Sipes if you have a variable speed pulley, try using a lubricant on it. The center ring on a variable speed pulley should easily move up and down to allow the mower to change gears.
I can do everything but the pulley but I don't have the right size wrench. What size wrench did you use?
tina brodie I’m sorry I don’t remember the size and I no longer have this mower.
Mine was a 3/4" iirc. Pretty much the biggest one that came in one of the little sets you get at Sears/Lowes/HomeDepot.
How many inch are the belt
cristal Enriquez I’m not sure. I don’t have this mower anymore. I sold it when I bought my zero turn. I suggest buying the OEM.
Is this hydro
No
My belt slipped off mowing too deep of grass, I want to put it back on without replacing it.
get saved Most likely your belt that slipped off was the deck belt and not a drive belt. I have a video for all three videos on this channel though.
You did not show how Belt goes around the Engine Pulley.
RICHARD maaske The upper drive belt is only around the three rear pulleys. It doesn’t go around the engine pulley. There is a separate lower drive belt that you may be working on instead. I have a video for that as well.
I noticed you didn't show the loosening of the pulley nut. Easier said than done dude... smh...
Haha. Yeah they are on pretty tight. I didn't have a tripod to hold my camera when I recorded this one. I couldn't video and loosen nuts at the same time. Everything about that pulley is difficult.
A little WD40 loosened mine right up.
I agree. When you loosen (not remove) the pulley nut, what happens to the pulley? Does it just allow the pulley to tilt a bit upwards so that the drive belt can be squeezed in or out of position? Is it best to use a socket extender to access the pulley nut from above the battery compartment?
Disorganized skip around to much
Larry Gentry This was one of my first videos. I disagree that it’s disorganized but the camera work and audio isn’t my best.