"Manic-Mechanic" 1,192 #1 Posted January 10, 2018 (edited) Hello, I mentioned changing the drive belt on this 312-8. The break down for this machine shows part 108501 which is 5/8 x 81. I removed the existing belt and discovered a strange thing, but not too uncommon, a belt 1/2 x 82! I believe this was done to cut corners or something? Now I am going to go with the part 7473 which is 5/8 x 82. This 1/2 x 82 belt, is full of cracks, and would help to explain the rattling while in neutral and the serious squeal engaging the clutch! Man, this machine has peeling paint like crazy and serious rust too. I will be slating this one for refurb in the spring, should look and drive, beautiful once complete.......(temporary hood from older 312-8). Edited January 10, 2018 by Oldman 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,488 #3 Posted January 10, 2018 7473 is the correct belt Garry 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
"Manic-Mechanic" 1,192 #4 Posted January 11, 2018 17 hours ago, WHX14 said: I have this one for you. Also, what pictures would you like to see while the tractor is apart? Oldman 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
