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Apr 7, 2009, 07:04 PM
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Craftsman burning belts
OK I have a craftsman don't know what year but it's older anyway it smokes belts like crazy and they are NASCAR grade belts would it make a difference if I used lawnmower belts?
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Apr 7, 2009, 07:24 PM
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It does have a 14hp twin
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Apr 7, 2009, 09:10 PM
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Riding mower and it does have a friction clutch
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Uber Member
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Apr 7, 2009, 10:15 PM
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Yep. I found out the hard way too. I got a belt that was close for a rotor-tiller and it grabbed and basically put out smoke signals. Got the right belt and no problems.
Post the model number.
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Apr 7, 2009, 10:27 PM
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OK give the model number tomorrow
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Home Repair & Remodeling Expert
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Apr 8, 2009, 08:51 AM
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If it's a Sears the model number is under the seat. Current models also list belts, blades, etc... on a decal under the hood.
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Apr 8, 2009, 08:55 AM
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I can't find any tags anywhere...
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Apr 8, 2009, 08:58 AM
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Never mind I found it it's 917.255812 how do I tell want year it is too?
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Apr 8, 2009, 09:37 AM
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The belts are here:
Model #917255812 | SearsPartsDirect.com
It's possible that there was a typo on Dayco's website and these DAYCO belt MIGHT fit.
.2558 = .2550?
.2550
L333 GEN.
1971 - 1971
L579 TRANS.
1971 - 1971
dayco numbers L333 and L579; Go to NAPA
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Apr 8, 2009, 10:16 AM
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What I had on it before was a Goodyear gatorback belt and it was the perfect leingth but they just keep burning up so my question is would it really make a difference if I got a "mower" belt or not because searse doesn't sell this size belt
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Apr 8, 2009, 10:18 AM
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This tractor also has a two speed trans.
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Apr 8, 2009, 10:28 AM
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It has kerfs on the inside. It definitely will not work. It will grab and the friction clutch is about worthless.
The searspartsdirect link should show a parts breakdown and have part numbers for this belt. It shoud be orderable from the website. Do a midel number search at Parts & Accessories | Shop & Find Lawn & Garden, Appliance Parts at Sears PartsDirect | SearsPartsDirect.com and look for the belt. I think my link brought you directly to it. I just searched for "belt' after I got to model number.
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Apr 8, 2009, 10:31 AM
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Think about the application. The belt really has to have little friction most of the time unless extended. Extension moves it into the groove, so the pully will grab.
If it can flex (the ribs) and has excellent power transmission (ribs+ lots of friction), it's going to grab. Grabbing sends out smoke signals.
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Apr 8, 2009, 10:51 AM
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Ok I'll try to find it.. Would local mower shops have it you think?
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Apr 8, 2009, 11:08 AM
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If you order it online, you get parts within a few days. They ship really quick.
I know that Lowe's has a belt selector. Getting the OEM belt number is the hard part. Try you local lawn mower shop.
I have one nearby, that is helpful in their own way, but I have another about 45 minutes away that I will use for mTD parts. They dropped shipped, supposedly obsolete, wheels to me from an aftermarket manufacturer.
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Apr 8, 2009, 11:43 AM
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Ok where would I get a gas tank for a 01 craftsman mower?
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Apr 8, 2009, 12:28 PM
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If you can't find a real model number because I suspect that 01 isn't. Then work backwards. Find the engine. Is it Tecumseh or Briggs or something else.
Tecumseh's plates you generally can't miss. Tecumseh small engines also closed shop in Dec 08.
The Briggs info is STAMPED on the blower housing. Usually vERY DIFFICCULT TO SEE. There is a model and type #. Go to Briggsandstratton.com and breakdown manuals are available for free.
I actually bought a new tank for a tecumseh motor for a snowblower, but my mounting didn't work out. I need to do some modifications.
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