Craftsman Snow Removal Equipment Belt

This V-belt is designed for use in snowblowers by several major manufacturers. It is used to rotate the blades in the blower and acts as the primary belt for the device. These belts are made of a rubber material, which means they can sometimes stretch out, break, or wear down. If this occurs, the V-belt needs to be replaced to ensure the snowblower continues to work at its best.The more frequently a snowblower is used, the more likely it is that a replacement V-belt will be needed. In some cases, a V-belt can wear out more quickly than expected due to faults like mechanical failures. When the belt is overly worn, it can cause the snowblower to act sluggishly since the belt can slip off of the pulley. If the belt breaks, the snowblower will no longer be able to operate. When replacing the belt, drain the fuel and remove the spark plug for a safe repair.This V-belt is a genuine OEM replacement part that is sourced directly from the manufacturer. It's made for use with snowblowers by Craftsman, Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Huskee, Troy-Bilt, MTD, and Yard Machines. It is sold as an individual component.

Drive belt for gas snowblowers and snow throwers. Replace if you notice slipping, cracking, or loss of power during operation. Verify fit with your model.

Ground drive belt transfers engine power to the transmission and wheels. Replace if mower loses self-propel function or wheels stop turning. Verify fit with your model number.

Drive belt connects engine to transmission on gas snowblowers. Replace when worn, cracked, or slipping to restore forward motion. Verify fit with model number.

Cogged rubber belt that rotates the augers in your snowblower. Replace when stretched, cracked, or slipping. Verify fit with your model number.

Drives the auger to propel snow through the chute. Replace if belt is worn, cracked, or broken. Verify compatibility with your model before ordering.

The drive V-belt, manufactured by Craftsman, is used in one- and two-stage snow blowers as well as tillers. This is a drive belt that connects the engine to the auger of the tiller or snowblower via a pulley at either end. This turns the blades of the tiller or the auger blades of the blower to expel snow. As a flexible, hardened rubber part connecting other moving parts, a V-belt is considered “replaceable,” meaning that users should expect to have to replace this part during normal use of the equipment. Signs that a drive V-belt may be going bad are a squealing sound when the blower's auger or the tiller's blades are first engaged, or if the auger is slow to engage and loses power during use. To replace the V-belt, the equipment must be secured and the spark plug caps removed. Tilt the device to reveal the location of the belt. It must detached from the engine pulley and the transmission pulley. When replacing the V-belt, before tightening the pulley, make sure all moving parts are properly aligned. This genuine OEM part is compatible with machines sold by MTD, Yard Man, Craftsman, and Yard Machine.

This V-belt rotates the auger and impeller on your snow blower. Replace when worn, cracked, or slipping to restore throwing performance. Verify fit.

Drive belt transfers power from engine to wheels on self-propelled mowers and snow blowers. Replace if slipping, worn, or cracked. Verify fit by model number.

Connects the drive motor to the auger to rotate the blade and move snow. Replace if stretched, slipping, or causing poor snow pickup. Verify fit with your model.

Experts agree that snowblower belts typically last from five to seven years, depending on how hard the machine is used each season and the overall conditions. This OEM replacement drive belt is designed to perform to the same standards as factory installed belts. Making the repair is relatively straightforward and requires the removal of the upper belt guard. From there, access to the pulleys is possible and an extension bar along with a ratchet and socket are necessary for the repair. The next steps vary based on model. This belt works with Snapper, Simplicity, Murray, Briggs & Stratton, among other snowblower makes and models. It ships individually.