replacing alternator belt

[lazy farmer]

hi, got my new belt for my alternator today. its for a g6200.
could anybody give me any input on how to approach the install?
to get the belt off inn hte first place, gotta get around the hydro shaft.
there are allen keys in the front and four bolts in the back.
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don't want to take anything than what i need to in order to replace this belt.
thanks in advance.
nate

 

[milkman]

Wow, it's been a few years, but on the G5200, there are three recessed allen head bolts around the outside edge of the coupling of the drive shaft where it couples to the end of the engine. If you take these three bolts out, the engine can be moved forward, don't remember but you'll probably have to remove the two drive belts on the front that drives the mower shaft. Hope this helps or someone with a fresher memory can chime in.