Easy Fan Belt replacement

[GlueGuy]

Just replaced my fan belt on my BX24 with a variable length link belt from Amazon . Didn't have to move the engine or remove the drive shaft. Took about an hour after the loader, front guard, and the side panels were off. Seems like a very reasonable fix for a miserable Kubota service problem. Have a pair of small, long nose vise grips and a pair of offset long nose pliers. Make the splice on the side away from the alternator since there's more room to work. make sure the alternator is loosened and pushed all the may in towards the block. Run the belt into the pulley grooves and tension the belt! Works great! I used: V Belt Adjustable Link V-Belt - 3/8-inches x 4-feet Type Z Link Belt Phoenix goods and had about 16" left over!

 

[B737]

curious how long this will last, if it last years, its a pretty slick idea.
BX belt replacement isnt that bad. remove the 3 bolts slide the coupler clear, loosen alternator, install belt, 30-45 minutes.

 

[SidecarFlip]

Put one on my NH square baler a few years ago because belt replacement for the pickup requires removing the knotter drive components, a real PITA. It lasted maybe one field and broke and then I had to install the real Vee belt anyway. Should have just bit the bullet in the first place and replaced it with the real McCoy.

Might be acceptable and lasting in a low torque, low speed application but for me it was a waste of money.

 

[GeoHorn]

Harbor Fright also sells this type product. It might be good in a pinch for short term use or to get home but it’s difficult to imagine it as a long term solution.

 

[SidecarFlip]

yes, they do.

 

[i7win7]

Table saws with this style of belt have less vibration - especially if it's months between uses.