291. M/S 57. How can I adjust my belt and my clutch on my Snapper RER.

[@sawmill9392]

After watching this video, I just moved the spring to the top hole for the spring and that fixed my issue, thanks Jim for your information and help in this video, Ron.

[@jimjackson9381]

Hey that’s what I’m here for all I ask is if you be a subscriber. Jim

[@markkeafer1170]

Just want to say thank you so much for your informative Snapper videos. I had a drive issue and changed the friction disc. Was simple to fix even though no local dealer wanted to work on it. Thanks again!

[@stevef8993]

Great video Jim! Always informative and keeps our Snappers in tiptop shape.👍

[@twistedtwister1889]

HI Jim, I'll be snappin' tomorrow thanks to your videos. I really appreciate all you've shown me to get and keep "Snappy" in proper shape. Thank you! David from Smithville, Tennessee.✌

[@johnreid859]

Best advice I’ve got from you was checking and adjusting that spring. 👍

[@victoryfirst2878]

Jim, why do so many people have a negative view on Snapper mowers ??? I was surprised at the number. My personal view is positive and I would recommend the machine to anyone. Thanks for your support and help too. VF

[@jimjackson9381]

I have no idea maybe they don’t like the color, I think it all lies on what you were raised with what your father had dependability, performance, style them things don’t matter to many people. Jim

[@nickwebber-mx]

Another great info video Jim!

[@swampfoxpicks6908]

Thanks for making these informative videos Mr Jim!

[@powelltennessee01]

HEY JIM I ENJOY YOUR VIDEOS!!!! YOU STAY HEALTHY!!!!! AND YOUR FAMILY!!! MIKE FROM POWELL TENNESSEE!! GO VOLS!!!

[@rodneysweetnam8653]

Hi 94jimmy5 - this is Big Rodders from Ireland. My models have what appear to be uncommon yokes where the reverse slot is set higher than the forward gears. I made up Jim's guide and while the forward gears worked great, there were challenges getting in and out of reverse. I resolved that issue by selected reverse, clamping the clutch pedal to achieve max lift of the yoke then adjusting the drive disk to 60 thou gap between the rubber clutch wheel and drive disk. I experimented with different gaps but 60 thou seemed ideal as reverse was selectable and there was adequate pressure applied in the forward gears. Check that the yoke spring tension is adequate and as they say in this part of the word - Bob's your uncle! I would live to learn of other solutions - Cheers

[@lifeinnohurry2425]

Thank you Sir my spring was on the weakest point also, and that was causing some of my problems. I still have something out of adjustment my reverse is really weak. It also will go forward in neutral if I play with the gear shifter.

[@jimjackson9381]

I have a couple other videos. It talks about issues in the drive train. It sounds like you watch video number 70 try video number 96, 132, and 182. See if them help or locate your issue and let me know. Jim

[@lifeinnohurry2425]

I’m going to watch them now

[@jimjackson9381]

@@lifeinnohurry2425 well let me know if you need anything. Jim

[@dogsarefun2]

I put one of the hour meters on my oil burner. Hour meter reading x nozzle size (mine1.2) = gallons of oil used per hour..... saves me having to check the measurement on the oil tank (have to go outside to access tank).

[@jimjackson9381]

I also mounted one on my gas furnace that’s in my shop just so I could see how many hours it really runs. Jim

[@sandspar]

Lol, you remind me of my misspent youth when I had an MG and the Hayne's manual. Step 1, remove engine. I need to know how you " fixed " the pilot bushing for the frame tube. Thanks anyway.

[@victoryfirst2878]

Good day fella. Would love to make the gauge tool you used to measure the rubber wheel clearance ?? Where is the blueprint with the dimensions so that I can make one too??? I would want to make one to check the tolerance between the friction disk and rubber clutch. Thank you Jim for all your help and information you gave me before. Good day and stay virus free too.

[@robertmailhos8159]

Honey csll DRz SNAPPER the mower is feeling sick lol😅😂🤣 see you in your next video. DR

[@dannyrock5919]

Great detailed videos Jim. I have a question please sir since you are under there at the drive assembly the stiff wire in the shape of a number “7”, where does it attach. I know where the bottom (7) goes but what about the top? I couldn’t see it in this video. Part #7061197YP replaced by 7061197. Thanks

[@jimjackson9381]

Danny Rock Hi it’s Jim, can you send me a picture of the spring you were talking about I think I know which one it is but can you send me a picture of it to my email which is [e-mail] I would really appreciate it. Jim

[@warrenpeas]

mr jackson after installing a new engine i have a 1/4 inch gap between the drive wheel and friction disk in all the drive gears and reverse. everything worked fine a week ago with the old engine. Will adjusting the spring be the fix?

[@RandyWBrown]

Soo how do i tighten the belt? Like yours,mine won't budge,however everything else is working great,belt is just pretty floppy. Mine's a BVE28 inch cut with B&S 12.5hp. I remember and old Re30 i believe was the mod# anyways I still have a horseshoe type of shim that that tightened the belt. This 2006 model has me stumped and its smoking hot today,heck the heat index is 98 as i speak in Oklahoma. Thanks Jim

[@jimjackson9381]

Well, Bob, the only thing you can do is try to bust it loose sometime standing it up and trying to spray penetrating oil down the pipe around the pilot bushing will help them come loose. It depends how rusty it is, let me know what you’re up to if you need any help. Jim.

[@RandyWBrown]

@@jimjackson9381 OK thanks Jim for the quick response! I just got back inside as it is about 15min from being dark and to top it off it started sprinkling as if we don't have enough humidity. Anyway if it's dry outside tomorrow I will stand it up and do as you say and see what happens. I may need a new belt after the neighbor used it and brought it back with a broken brake spring as call it plus the drive clutch had chunks out of it so I've done a lot of work on it the past couple of weeks including a new exhaust push rod. It's funny that everything was working great and after an hour and a half he pushes back to my garage with the afore mentioned problems,coincidence perhaps. Kind Regards Randy

[@jimjackson9381]

Well, let me know how things are progressing. Jim.

[@RandyWBrown]

Hi Jimi posted a couple of comments above some months ago and just mowed with the flopping belt. Anyway I got a new one yesterday and it's 2-3" too short,so i re-watched this video and was determined to get that tube pipe to Unseize. I did about an hour ago but there's a flexible type of washer that seems to be in a fixed position,this washer if you will is keeping me from installing the thick steel fork between the collar that tightens the tube if that makes any sense. Basically that washer keeps the clamp or collar out too far from the frame to which the clamp fork bolts to. I have a picture but I don't know how to do anything but watch and like on KZbin. If you have an email or fb account I can send it that way unless you know what I'm talking about as I suspect you do. Anyway thanks Jim!

[@jimjackson9381]

@RandyWBrown no go ahead and send me the picture. My email is. [e-mail] Pictures always help Jim

[@johncollins8304]

How do you get your machines vertical without internal damages? Drain oil and petrol and remove battery? It would be so much easier to work on e.g. drive belt. I have a Murray and it's hard to change gear -- only when running, so I presume it's just an adjustment not the gearbox itself. I can't find anything either videos or just text hence I came here. Thanks.

[@jimjackson9381]

Sorry I’ve never worked on a Murray. Jim

[@scottbennett357]

How do i adjust the pulleys(?) that tighten the blade engage belt? It came from the store the slightest bit slack and any little bump knocks it off or if we stop or reverse the same. Is this the video? Thanks.

[@jimjackson9381]

Scott Bennett To tighten or loosen the drive belt for the mower deck you have to loosen the clamp around the tube and either slide it in or out. Jim

[@DLWang]

Hey jim. Love your videos. I have a re 110. Bought it used. And the previous owner removed the two bars on the back end which allow it to stand up for maintenance. Would you happen to know anywhere I can purchase these two bars?

[@jimjackson9381]

You should be able to get them from Parts Tree.Com. Jim

[@DLWang]

@@jimjackson9381 I would assume it should be listed under the main frame category. But I can't seem to find them in any category

[@jimjackson9381]

@@DLWang are you looking for your model number for your machine it's so it is usually on the rear case or on the tube going into the rear case.Jim

[@eduardochrista8591]

Hi Jim, I been watching your videos and they are very helpful. I have a 28" snapper riding mower. I have replace the clutch/break only and it work great however, it's been 1 month I change it and now all the rubber that touches the disc that is attached to the engine is all gone, it is metal to metal. Can it be something wrong. Thank you in advance for your help.

[@jimjackson9381]

Eduardo & Christa First I have a question for you did you or someone else replace the engine on your machine, if so and if the crankshaft on the new engine is not in the correct location it will eat up your clutch disks ? Let me know. Jim

[@94jimmy5]

Hi JIm, Love your homemade tools. Does your gauge tool work with all the different snapper models? Do you sell them? Stay Chinese corona virus free.

[@amberfarrer2375]

Can i add a deck wheel kit (anti scalp kit) to a 28" deck?

[@jimjackson9381]

Amber Farrer Hi Amber it’s Jim Yes you can and most decks are pre-drilled for the kids to be easily bolted on. Let me know if you need any help. Jim

[@angelsaing9598]

You said you don't know if you'd make it or not referring to your respiratory but if you LOVE GOD then BELIEVE only that you will make it and you will only succeed the situation because in GOD'S REALM nothing can harm you sickness, evil or any negative energy can exist in GOD'S REALM 😁😁😁🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 you're GOD'S REALM BLESSINGS SENDING LOVE AND GOOD WILL TO ALL don't allow benefit of doubt for GOD because then you only allow your fear to manifest in your life main example the latest pandemic 2020 i am a firm believer that no negative energy exist we only create them in our minds therefore attracting it to your life and manifesting and remember what you give is what you get and I'm all situations of life deal in Love from LOVE only allow THOUGHTS from the center of right ideas take the wheel and watch the words you speak they will only mold into a real creation and all thoughts behind those words must OBJECTIFY

[@jefferyhopcus8300]

Jim what's your email?

[@jamesmccarroll9925]

Sorry Jim you didn't show or tell how to adjust the deck belt, I think my belt needs to be adjusted.

[@jimjackson9381]

@@jamesmccarroll9925 that’s in a different video. I’ll see if I can find it for you.

[@jamesmccarroll9925]

@jimjackson9381 oh ok .

[@jamesmccarroll9925]

@jimjackson9381 I watch a whole lot of your videos, they are very good.

[@jamesmccarroll9925]

@jimjackson9381 I've learned a great deal from your video, I have 2 of these 33 inch deck models, 1 has a 16 hp motor and the other a 17 hp vetyc.

[@jimjackson9381]

@@jamesmccarroll9925 well if you’re talking about a snapper rear engine rider 1st you want to take the cover off the deck with the engine, not running, engage the mower deck and measured a distance between the belt at its closest point right by the idler pulley you should have right around 1 inch if you have more than that, you have to loosen the clamp around the tube and pull the frame apart to tighten the belt. Hopefully, the frame isn’t rusted into the rear case to check that with the machine sitting on the ground pick up the front end of the machine and try to twist it, it should twist from side to side.

[@solerf13]

So much talking and never shows how anything is done, what a garbage channel

[@jimjackson9381]

Well I have a lot of people that would argue against that comment and if you don’t like the channel why the heck are you looking at it anyway why don’t you watch one of the other guys that are mostly a bunch of idiots and don’t really tell you anything good luck in the future don’t ask me anymore questions. Jim

[@mikegilbert-k3e]

Thanks Jim you definitely know your business Mike Gilbert 516 Caldwell new Carlisle Ohio 45344