Hilbilly
Veteran Member
I pulled the belt cover and checked the idler. Looked out of alignment to me (first pic). So I took it into the shop and used the press to bend the support plate slightly (second pic). Back and forth a few times until I got the alignment looking good (third pic). Back together and then a trial run. After 45 minutes of cutting some light grass, the temps on the idler and belts were up to 240*. Seems too hot to me but it was a little cooler than before. There was also what appears to be some liquid grease in the bottom of the idler (fourth pic). Probably not a good sign.







