How To Install a Mower Deck Belt John Deere 48” Edge Mower Deck

[@BillReynolds-u4h]

I have the JD S170 with a 48” deck. This was one of the best how to videos I’ve ever seen. Thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@erikleto7359]

You're the man! Brother, I was about to load this up and take it John Deere, but did it myself in about 15 minutes. Too easy and I'm back in action! Thank you!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and your back up and running. Thank you for watching and the kind comment. Please give this video a thumbs up and share my channel to help it grow:). It would be greatly appreciated.

[@lynettewaterman9575]

I am a 68 year old grandma and this was the best video ever.I did it all by myself with only a couple busted knuckles.Thank you.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Glad to hear you were able to get the job done! ✅

[@kenpell9716]

I am 75 year old guy and thank you for showing how to install a new belt. You make it look so simple. Thanks again

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hundreds upon hundreds of these machines I have worked on and it did not come easy. On a good note, I have taught many students that have helped me through the years which made me a good teacher which helps me give you all good easy to follow videos! Thank you for watching and the kind comment! Please share my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated!

[@xxfarleyjdxx]

very helpful, I got one of these mowers for free from a customer of mine who didnt have time to fix it. all it was was a siezed pulley and a minor oil leak from the drain valve.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Nice!!

[@Alex-vr8gw]

Thanks so much! The flat-to-flat and V-to-V tip was really helpful and I'll never forget it.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@amywilcox2735]

Best explanation of all the videos I have watched… many do not address the v shape of the belt or that you need to move the bar on the pulley.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment. P;lease give this video a like and share my chsnnel with your friends to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching :)

[@twobulls100]

The best video for this job. I barely had time to drink a cold beer while I watched my future son in law change out the belt.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

LOL! Now that's working smart :)

[@vicbrown7637]

You just simplified the heck out of this job. I get confused every time and looks simple if I just follow those steps. THANKS!!!

[@vicbrown7637]

My D140 has a couple of rods around the motor pulley that make it difficult for the belt to be knocked off. Unfortunately, it also makes it difficult to get the belt back on. haha

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Vic, I hope it all worked out for you? Thank you for watching and commenting. If you like this video please click on the like (Thumbs up) button, Subscribe and tell your friends about my channel to help it grow. It would be greatly appreciated.

[@vicbrown7637]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines It did!

[@pz1232]

Thank you! You made what seemed initially quite daunting straight forward. Belt successfully replaced.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@marshallborder9089]

Best video on the E170 for belt replacement. I'm going tomorrow too help/do a replacement belt for a friend. Be my first but after watching you , I can handle it.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Just take your time and you’ll do fine:). Thank you for the kind comment!

[@marshallborder9089]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines All turned out good , But it was a tight fit . I had to roll it on the main pulley , thought it was too tight - started it up and let it run for a while - had a good sound , all was well . Thanks again ... Keep those videos coming ....

[@mikejedlicka3907]

Awesome video! Very well done and everything was straight forward and easy to understand. I will sheepishly admit I had no idea you move the idler pulley to make the final belt placement. In the past I was just manhandling the deck on my D160 and walking it onto the pulley. Very hard to do and now I know better.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful

[@megachicago]

My deck set-up is a little different on my 26 year old 345, but you helped me with many tips of what to look out for! Thanks.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad you were able to figure it out!

[@marymcfadden6631]

Excellent video with detailed instructions and tips. Made the job very doable and saved some serious money. Thanks!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks Mary, I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment!

[@bryanracine6144]

Thanks for a clear and succinct tutorial on this!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@DavidMHeck]

Just changed the belt on my D160 48" deck following your excellent instructions. Thank you!!!!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@johnnys.9734]

You are the man! I always look for your videos when I do any work on my john deere. Your video on putting the mulching kit on helped my soooo much. Thanks again, and keep up the good videos for dummies like me, they really are helpful!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I'm glad my video are helping you! Thank you for watching them and the kind comment!

[@Bags2723]

Great job. Quick fix. The only thing I do differently is I lay out 2 pieces of 2"×2" under each side of the deck before I lower it all the way so that it's high enough off the ground that I can remove all the hardware without having to lift up on the deck. Cheers.

[@LanceVanArsdell]

Excellent video! I’ve done this job many times and I’m about to do it again. Always good to have a refresher!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks for coming back to watch my video! I hope all goes as planned. Remember to grease the blade hubs while your in there!!

[@FearlessFreep531]

This is one of the better videos on all of youtube. Thank you very professional.

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[@rodneymiller3095]

i had to watch your video to see how the tension spring hooks up on the pulley and deck, i think the curved end hooks up on the pulley and the angled end twists and drops into the deck hole near the front . also a D160

[@watermanone7567]

Nice video, can you show how to adjust the deck wheels for people at some point? Thanks for the video.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Wil do! Thank you for watching, commenting and supporting my channel.

[@DavidIsett-ru7ob]

Thanks for guidance, man! Much appreciated. Got the belt replaced no problem. Since I had the deck off thought I'd replace the blades. Well - whomever put those bolts on last time must have used an impact driver!!! I could NOT get them off. Tips?

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Leverage, long pipe on ratchet or wrench and blocks to hold the blades.

[@peterparsons7141]

Good vid. Well filmed and explained well. Thanks , I’m off to change a belt !

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment!

[@WazzieShmozzie]

Good luck Smal, you got this 😁

[@DIYVariety]

Thats how its done! great video as always. cheers

[@maranatha4sure]

Wow, what a thorough video. Thank you and Blessings from Yeshua ❤

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@jkmunny]

Awesome video Brad I have this tractor. You’re a good teacher

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thank you! I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind words :)

[@pinnacleservices6671]

Thank you for this video. This was a huge help

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@BoomStuff556]

Looks like my e140 has the exact same deck. Thanks for the video, my belt snapped in two places somehow. 🤷‍♂️

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m pretty sure most or all 48” edge mower decks are very similar. Just make sure you get the correct belt for your model. I think I have seen some mower decks have more idler pulleys then others. That may have gone back some years. They all blend together in my head!LOL. Take your time and you’ll do fine:). Thank you for watching and the kind comment.

[@BoomStuff556]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Thanks for the quick reply, I appreciate it. 🙏 I got the correct belt, checked the sleeve and my tractor is listed. Amongst Many others lol... Official JD belt from the Lowe's I bought my tractor over 4yrs ago. 22hp v twin running strong 💪 keeping up with the maintenance and greasing everything on the reg... cause I plan on keeping this baby for as loooong as possible! Thanks again for your well informed video; I wouldn't have known the loop pattern without you! ✌️😎

[@chuckmay8007]

Best video yet thanks for taking the time.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful. Thank you for the kind comment!

[@godzilla653]

Very good video from my point of view it was the easiest to grasp

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@johnbelliveau4704]

I have a JD S120 w/3 hr.. My question, why does it blow white smoke ONLY when I start it? All's well the rest of the time, oil level is fine, dealer says it's pre-lube burning off, I'm leery, can you help me? Thanks.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

If you have the choke on to long it would smoke but normally that would be blackish. I have never heard of “pre-lube” on a twin cylinder small engine but ok. I would say if it keeps happening and after you hit the ten hour mark and it’s still doing it, You should have a warranty and tell them you want it fixed. Oil is seeping past a oil seal or a ring isn’t seated properly. It’s internal in the engine and it should not blow white smoke at all with very low hrs. That’s my opinion.

[@johnbelliveau4704]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Thanks for the reply. They said to wait until 12-15 hr. if still happens to call them. I'm with you @ 10 hrs. Had to return it for a new starter after 1/2 hr. No problem with that returned in 1 day BUT now this?? Hope I didn't get a lemon?? I do like the mower, it does a good job cutting. Thanks again and I love the videos.

[@osvaldosilvagomez3720]

So far the best video 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@captcol8335]

Keep up the great work. Your videos are very informative and concise. Too many videos of lengthy introductions, music, etc that just wastes viewers time, yours is perfect.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks Capt!, will do! Thank you for watching, commenting and supporting my channel!

[@steveriggenbach90]

Always goo information. Great video. Take care.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Thanks Steve and thank for supporting the channel!

[@steveriggenbach90]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines we all have our issues, your videos help when I’m hurting. Small engine work is great to get into. Take care.

[@wallytverstol8627]

good vid but my 48" deck is different. mine has 2 belts one for the pto

[@Jbmc65]

Mr. Johnson, On those plastic covers covering the pullies, I have a bolt missing, is there a place to buy a few of those? I have been looking for a lawnmower graveyard so I can stock up on miscellaneous bolts screws and hardware with no luck. I got that idea while working on my sailboat, when I was restoring it I hit a few graveyards and got obsolete parts.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

I would take one of the bolts to your local hardware store and they should be able to help. OR order them online.

[@JeffreyLipson]

Great step by step guide. Thanks so much for posting. I got my truck up and running in no time. Thanks again!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Jeffrey, I’m glad it was helpful! Truck? I hope it was the mower that needed the mower deck belt:)

[@CarlBenjaminMac]

Well, ...this is going to be a piece of cake. Thanks.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@mpatrick7860]

Great Video!!

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[@teleuser]

Thanks for the video ! Saved me some $$$$

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[@billycan8852]

Thank you very well explained.

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[@Guidoriffic007]

Super useful, thank you!

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[@jsnow5381]

Thank you. Looks pretty easy.

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

It should be pretty straight forward. Please give this video a like to help the channel. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@wadezeller1152]

Excellent! Well Done!

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Hi Wade, thank you! I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.

[@bowmanw1839]

Another good video. Ty

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

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[@drewcrane3338]

Great video

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[@EdSharp-l7k]

The right pulley will not turn, open for suggestion

[@JohnsonsSmallEngines]

Seized due to moisture? Do you wash your mower deck?

[@EdSharp-l7k]

@@JohnsonsSmallEngines no

[@victorortega5158]

Oooh yeah bbe!!!!