Simple Cub Cadet LTX Mower Drive Belt Upgrade: Easy How-to Guide!

Welcome to the BaldEagle242 Channel! In this video, we dive into replacing the main drive belt on a Cub Cadet LTX mower. Whether you're a seasoned DIY enthusiast or tackling this for the first time, I'll guide you through the process.
⚙️ Tools and Parts Required:
To get started, you'll need basic hand tools: a 7/16 wrench, a ratchet, a 5/8", 9/16" & 1/2" socket. Additionally, a spring release tool (Link: https://amzn.to/3R10Ih3 ) can be convenient for dealing with the tensioning springs involved in this task. Of course, you'll also need a new belt specific to your mower. The belt for this mower is linked here but check under your mower hood for the specific belt required on your machine.
Variable Speed Drive Belt Made with Kevlar 5/8" X 91" for Toro 112-0301, Craftsman/Cub Cadet/MTD/Troy-Bilt 954-0467 754-0467A 754-0467 (91" is a better fit than the 90" belt used in this video)
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🛠️ Procedure Overview:
The video begins with removing the mower deck, providing easy access to the belt. I explain the belt configuration in detail and highlight the tools required for the job.
🧰 Preparation and Safety:
Before diving in, it's essential to ensure the mower is safe to work on if you are going to tip it up like I do in this video. This involves draining fuel and oil from the machine and removing the battery. Safety measures like using a key on the oil dipstick are demonstrated to prepare the mower for the belt replacement and to ensure the mower is not started with no oil in the engine.
🔩 Belt Replacement Process:
The video covers the entire belt removal and installation process with clear and detailed instructions. From releasing tension on the springs to detaching the belts from the pulleys, every step is explained thoroughly to make it easy to follow.
🔧 Adjustments and Tips:
I provide insights into adjusting the tension for different belt sizes and offer recommendations for the optimal size. Tips on handling different types of belts are explained as well.
🌟 Additional Information and Gratitude:
Towards the end of the video, I thank viewers for their support and engagement. I announce a sticker giveaway, where viewers can request free stickers until December 31, 2024, with shipping covered within the United States and specific international locations. Details for participation and contacting me are provided in the video.
🎬 Conclusion and Testing:
The video concludes with reassembling the mower, testing the newly installed belt, and ensuring that it functions correctly, demonstrating its stopping and speed control in both forward and reverse.
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📌 Timestamps for Easy Navigation:
Feel free to use the timestamps in the video description to navigate through different sections of the belt replacement process.
🔗 Video Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction
02:14 - Tools and Preparation
05:32 - Belt Replacement Process
09:56 - Adjustments and Tips
12:45 - FREE Giveaway Announcement!
14:20 - Conclusion and Testing

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