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@baldeagle242 a friend has same rider and top belt came off bought a new one but after looking at the main longer drive belt it needed to be replaced used numbers off the hood for both belts but now when letting off fas the tractor won't stop moving belt size is 5/8 x 90.5 would the 5/8 91 give it enough slack to stop moving. Also the variable pulley is the top shorter belt supposed to be all the way to the inside and the bottom long belt sit on the outside of pulley everything looks good thanks for any info that could help
@robertbryce6735 a half inch longer will make a difference. In this video I show how you can adjust the tension for the slightly longer belt. The way you described the belts on the pulleys is correct.
Thanks for the video. I recently changed out the drive belt with a Huskee 5/8 x 90 and needed to loosen the tension slightly to keep the tractor from moving when the pedal is released. Your video was perfect, along with several other hints such as removing the battery box and releasing the spring tension. Great job.
Just a super well done video. Just bought a used one that needed the belts replaced on a massive discount because I have the confidence I can get it done with this video. Really appreciate you.
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Thank you so much for helping me I had to put a different motor on my 1040 and the belt is to short. The tractor wants to take off by its self. Thanks again for showing how to adjust the belt. you the man
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Thanks for sharing this video it helped out tremendously. I didn't have one of those spring tools but I used a piece of string ran it up through the hole and pulled the spring down and wallah the spring is back in place and the mower works great.
+@chrisminish8615 Thanks for watching! I’m glad it was helpful. Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ruclips.net/p/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
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Not all mowers have a way to adjust the deck belt tension. If you watch the video I posted on a Troy-Bilt mower belt change I did show a minor adjustment in this video. ruclips.net/video/m-I54PacXi8/видео.htmlsi=YxFGaazJnUJxkqPp
+@wendybordo1831 I appreciate the comment. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ruclips.net/p/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
+@jjjww975 Thats awesome! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ruclips.net/p/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
@ 7:00 --- the SILVER pully has a guard on the rear side it that is thin and has to be bent back to get either belt off. The big black pulley wheel has to be taken off with a 7/8 wrench and a screw driver down in the hole braced up against something so it does not turn. I spent $50 on extra tools just to do this part. I also purchased a 13/16 wrench - but did not need it. A 3/4 inch is too small. Make sure you buy a OEM Cub Cadet belt. The one I got that was Kevlar enforced off of Amazon did NOT work. I left the spring on there and just took the black pulley off - one less tool to buy ... you can push on it with your hand to move it back to release tension ... it's not a deal breaker. BUYING THE CORRECT BELTS is !!!!
Hey, I was using my 2014 LTX 1046 yesterday and the drive belt let go. I put a new one in this morning and double checked everything. I do the normal starting procedure for the first start and when the key is turned to start, there is an electrical sounding whine and nothing happens. No other sounds or movement. I tried jumping it and now theres a click but still no start. Any ideas?
I replaced the long drive belt that I purchased from Lowes that's supposed to be OEM.I've tried adjusting the linkage and when the engine is first started the machine doesn't move when I release the pedal in forward & reverse. After mowing with it for a little while the machine wants to continue moving forward & reverse. Seems like when the engine gets hot this happens. ANY information would be greatly appreciated.
It’s a guess but it you’re certain you have the correct belt it sounds like your variable speed pulley maybe sticking and not moving up and down properly. Again, it’s tuff to diagnose stuff like this without actually looking at it. What’s confusing is: Slipping when you start is a sign of a warn belt or a belt that’s too long. Continuing to pull when you let off the peddle is a sign of a belt that’s too short. The only thing that can cause both issues is the pulley.
I replaced both belts about a year ago, now the mower doesn’t want to climb up a Hill. I have to let off the gas pedal and then push the pedal again and again to make it climb. It also does this on level ground till the belt warms up. I guess I need to shorten the belt adjustment.?
More than likely, the belt needs to be shorter or adjusted tighter. I would also check to make sure the springs are all connected in the correct location, and the thickness of the belt is correct. Some mowers use a 5/8" belt, and some use a 1/2".
A question. On my LTX 1050 (KW) the part numbers are 954-04207, lower drive belt and 954-04240. The lower drive belt is what you changed on here. Is the other belt the upper belt?
@markshortt2420 Opps… I assumed we were talking about the same mower in the video. 🤦🏻 The hydrostatic model will only have one belt. Only the lower end models will have two belt with a variable speed pulley system. The mower you have will be different than the one in this video. Next time I have one in to replace the belts I’ll be sure to make another video on it.
I have a 2007 LT 1040 cub cadet. Will changing both belts be the same on mine as your video just showed? I hope I can get the pulley loose on the shaft seeing it has never been loosened! ?
As long as it has the same type of shifter on the fender it will be the same. You will need to confirm your belt size though. Some of these mowers have a 1/2” wide belt instead of a 5/8”.
I have a new drive belt but when I begin to go forward, it suddenly stops and/or slows down. I take my foot off the gas pedal and push down again and it will go. It does this intermittently. Also has trouble going up an incline. Do you think I might need to change the pullies?
That’s a sign of a warn belt or a new belt that’s too thin. It sucks too far down into the variable pulley and becomes loose on the drive pulley. I’d verify the new belt is the correct thickness and make sure there isn’t a stuck or frozen pulley that’s prematurely warn the belt.
Thank you for an interesting and informative video. 😊
+Bert Grau You’re welcome. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. Here’s a link to other videos I’ve made that you may find interesting. Baldeagle242 Video History!
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@baldeagle242 a friend has same rider and top belt came off bought a new one but after looking at the main longer drive belt it needed to be replaced used numbers off the hood for both belts but now when letting off fas the tractor won't stop moving belt size is 5/8 x 90.5 would the 5/8 91 give it enough slack to stop moving. Also the variable pulley is the top shorter belt supposed to be all the way to the inside and the bottom long belt sit on the outside of pulley everything looks good thanks for any info that could help
@robertbryce6735 a half inch longer will make a difference. In this video I show how you can adjust the tension for the slightly longer belt. The way you described the belts on the pulleys is correct.
Thanks for the video. I recently changed out the drive belt with a Huskee 5/8 x 90 and needed to loosen the tension slightly to keep the tractor from moving when the pedal is released. Your video was perfect, along with several other hints such as removing the battery box and releasing the spring tension. Great job.
Just a super well done video. Just bought a used one that needed the belts replaced on a massive discount because I have the confidence I can get it done with this video. Really appreciate you.
+@theycallmejg Thank you and, Thanks for watching! Hopefully you’ll find other videos I’ve posted interesting or useful. ruclips.net/p/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
My drive belt broke a few weeks ago and I e been dreading fixing it. Thanks to this video I have a good idea how to do it. Thanks
I wish I had you around with some of the mischief I got into lol. Another really great video!
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Best video for cvt drive on you tube! Well done!
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A good video explaining not only the belt install but how to install it if it'd a short or long belt
+@Turningwrenches85 Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ruclips.net/p/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
Have the same mower,and ready to change both belts.Thanks for a great tutorial video.
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That's the most informative video going what else do you have????
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Thanks for the adjustment info I jave one i just bought it doesn't want to stop. Now ill try to adjust it
You’re welcome. There’s not a lot of room for adjustment but sometimes it’s enough to make a difference. Let us know how it works out. 😁
Excellent video Steve well done 👌👍
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Thank you so much for helping me I had to put a different motor on my 1040 and the belt is to short. The tractor wants to take off by its self. Thanks again for showing how to adjust the belt. you the man
+@larrystover4863 Thanks for watching! Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ruclips.net/p/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
Great video. Very well explained and good details. I appreciate you.
Thanks for sharing this video it helped out tremendously. I didn't have one of those spring tools but I used a piece of string ran it up through the hole and pulled the spring down and wallah the spring is back in place and the mower works great.
+@chrisminish8615 Thanks for watching! I’m glad it was helpful. Here’s a link to other videos I’ve posted that you may find useful. ruclips.net/p/PL5_ZXmQpcjpac4UV8OW8g-IWVCR8tqy79&si=RKfnQL-PAcZFy67a
Thanks for the lesson such a clean machine !
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Nice video Steve, very easy to follow along. 👍
Thank you John. I think these mowers were designed to keep belt suppliers in business. 🤣👍
Anytime and you are so right. 🤣
Nicely done, got to love Nov and Dec on RUclips lol enjoy your day.
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Very good video Steve.
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Nice video, thanks
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Great informative video..!!
Thanks Brother 👍🏻
Thank you. Much appreciated!
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Wishing you all the best! 😊👍
I love my old IH Cub Cadets but this new MTD crap, you can keep it!
No comments. 😜👍
How do I tension the deck belt? Mine is loose and I can find anything in the manual on how to tighten it.
Not all mowers have a way to adjust the deck belt tension. If you watch the video I posted on a Troy-Bilt mower belt change I did show a minor adjustment in this video. ruclips.net/video/m-I54PacXi8/видео.htmlsi=YxFGaazJnUJxkqPp
Thank you for a great, informative video!
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You just saved my a TON of money !!!
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@ 7:00 --- the SILVER pully has a guard on the rear side it that is thin and has to be bent back to get either belt off. The big black pulley wheel has to be taken off with a 7/8 wrench and a screw driver down in the hole braced up against something so it does not turn. I spent $50 on extra tools just to do this part. I also purchased a 13/16 wrench - but did not need it. A 3/4 inch is too small. Make sure you buy a OEM Cub Cadet belt. The one I got that was Kevlar enforced off of Amazon did NOT work. I left the spring on there and just took the black pulley off - one less tool to buy ... you can push on it with your hand to move it back to release tension ... it's not a deal breaker. BUYING THE CORRECT BELTS is !!!!
Hey, I was using my 2014 LTX 1046 yesterday and the drive belt let go. I put a new one in this morning and double checked everything. I do the normal starting procedure for the first start and when the key is turned to start, there is an electrical sounding whine and nothing happens. No other sounds or movement. I tried jumping it and now theres a click but still no start. Any ideas?
Should the motor shaft be greased before installing a drive pulley
You can buy a little grease or anti-seize to help the next guy out that has to pull it off.
Need diagram for cub cadet pto lt1040
I replaced the long drive belt that I purchased from Lowes that's supposed to be OEM.I've tried adjusting the linkage and when the engine is first started the machine doesn't move when I release the pedal in forward & reverse. After mowing with it for a little while the machine wants to continue moving forward & reverse.
Seems like when the engine gets hot this happens.
ANY information would be greatly appreciated.
It’s a guess but it you’re certain you have the correct belt it sounds like your variable speed pulley maybe sticking and not moving up and down properly. Again, it’s tuff to diagnose stuff like this without actually looking at it.
What’s confusing is: Slipping when you start is a sign of a warn belt or a belt that’s too long. Continuing to pull when you let off the peddle is a sign of a belt that’s too short. The only thing that can cause both issues is the pulley.
Thank you for the information I'll check the VSP .
I replaced both belts about a year ago, now the mower doesn’t want to climb up a
Hill. I have to let off the gas pedal and then push the pedal again and again to make it climb. It also does this on level ground till the belt warms up. I guess I need to shorten the belt adjustment.?
More than likely, the belt needs to be shorter or adjusted tighter. I would also check to make sure the springs are all connected in the correct location, and the thickness of the belt is correct. Some mowers use a 5/8" belt, and some use a 1/2".
What is the part number for the short, top belt?
There should be a tag under your hood with the part numbers on it. Depending on the year they can be different.
I love the video
Thanks!
Thank you! Very much appreciated. 😁👍
A question. On my LTX 1050 (KW) the part numbers are 954-04207, lower drive belt and 954-04240. The lower drive belt is what you changed on here. Is the other belt the upper belt?
Yes, the upper belt can be reached through the battery compartment. It is a much shorter belt.
@@baldeagle242 For the LTX 1050 KW Hydrostatic, it shows no upper belt? But...I haent gotten that far yet. Dont spoil the ending!!
@markshortt2420 Opps… I assumed we were talking about the same mower in the video. 🤦🏻
The hydrostatic model will only have one belt. Only the lower end models will have two belt with a variable speed pulley system. The mower you have will be different than the one in this video. Next time I have one in to replace the belts I’ll be sure to make another video on it.
I have a 2007 LT 1040 cub cadet. Will changing both belts be the same on mine as your video just showed? I hope I can get the pulley loose on the shaft seeing it has never been loosened!
?
As long as it has the same type of shifter on the fender it will be the same. You will need to confirm your belt size though. Some of these mowers have a 1/2” wide belt instead of a 5/8”.
I have the same 2013 cub cadet, when it gets to slight grade it stops. Is this a belt adjustment? I installed new belts.
It’s likely a belt adjustment. There are other issues that may cause this but more than likely it’s a belt issue.
I have a new drive belt but when I begin to go forward, it suddenly stops and/or slows down. I take my foot off the gas pedal and push down again and it will go. It does this intermittently. Also has trouble going up an incline. Do you think I might need to change the pullies?
That’s a sign of a warn belt or a new belt that’s too thin. It sucks too far down into the variable pulley and becomes loose on the drive pulley. I’d verify the new belt is the correct thickness and make sure there isn’t a stuck or frozen pulley that’s prematurely warn the belt.
Whats the length of the upper drive belt? The short one.
The part number should be under your hood.