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This part is an idler pulley. The idler pulley applies tension to and guides the engine drive belt. A wrench set is needed to perform any repair involving the idler pulley part.The idler pulley can become worn over time with normal use. Wear to the pulley can cause the belt to slip. Signs that the idler pulley needs to be replaced include squealing noises coming from the equipment, the engine stalling, or overheating. The idler pulley is an essential component and it is important to replace this part if it becomes worn, broken, or damaged in any way.This part is a genuine MTD part and is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer and it is sold individually. This idler pulley is compatible with lawn tractors and snowblowers manufactured by MTD, Yard Machines, Bolens, Yard-Man, Troy-Bilt, Cub Cadet, and Husky.
A flat idler pulley is a crucial piece of hardware designed for use with many different models of lawn mowers and snowblowers. It is compatible with products by brands such as Craftsman, Yard Machines, Yard Man, MTD, and Troy-Bilt.The flat idler pulley part is crucial for the proper functioning of the lawn mower because it connects to the idler bracket. The purpose of the flat idler pulley is to apply tension to the v-belt. The replacement process of the flat idler pulley will require a wrench.This flat idler pulley is made out of metal. It is sold individually. The flat idler pulley is an original OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer, MTD.
I had the transmission pulley wear and strip off the hub on top of gearbox after 5 years of heavy use on this machine. What I mean is my yard is very big and is primarily hills I assume this is what caused the failure over time. I ordered the new pulley and hub from appliance parts pros once arrived, I first removed battery then its hangers, then removed the cutting deck. Use a string to remove tension spring on top drive belt assembly take belt off transmission pulley. Mine actually spun... Read more
This replacement part is an idler pulley. It is a genuine replacement part made by MTD. This idler pulley is found in different machines that require moving or spinning parts to operate. Pulleys typically aid in the movement between two different parts so that the entire appliance is able to work efficiently. A new idler pulley might be needed if the current one is not working properly or is damaged in any way including being dented or cracked. If the part is not working as well as normal, it could lead to excessive friction between components and eventually overheating or greater damage. If the user notices unusual noises coming from inside of the machine it might be due to a malfunctioning idler pulley. This idler pulley is a genuine OEM replacement part. This part is sold individually and is sourced directly from the manufacturer.
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