Tranny Belt Replacement My worst nightmare

[jdempsey]

I bought a used troy bilt bronco. The deck belt looks good and is not that big of a deal to replace. But the belt that hooks to the drive train under the battery looks worn and will need to be replaced soon. Now my question. This looks to be a total nightmare to get off. How in the heck!

Does someone have a service manual that shows the steps?

I have never seen such a setup on a mower. I hope these belts last a while before being replaced.

 

[possum]

Involves removal of the battery and tray, deck, crankshaft pulley, and a couple others. MTD says to take it to a service shop as air tools are often needed to get the pulley loose.