60 inch finish mower belt replacement

[sirmombo]

I need to replace the belt on my 60 inch finish mower. Does the hydraulic motor have to be removed to get the belt around the center pulley? It looks the motor and coupler have to be removed to get the belt off and on or is there some trick to it?

Thanks,
Bill

 

[Gravy]

I need to replace the belt on my 60 inch finish mower. Does the hydraulic motor have to be removed to get the belt around the center pulley? It looks the motor and coupler have to be removed to get the belt off and on or is there some trick to it?

Thanks,
Bill

Yes, but it's just two bolts and nuts after the belt covers are off. Easy-peasy.