I have a 1995 425 Mag. 4x4 I heard a rattle sound when I start it up sometimes sounds like the belt or something is hitting the housing, It does not do it all the time. It seems to ride ok. I was wondering if the belt might be streched. Any info would be helpful. THANKS

 

I personally believe that a belt check should be done routinely. IF the belt is seated even w/ the secondary sheaves (taper), its time for a new belt. Changing the belt is no prob. Unbolt the secondary (back clutch) and slide it off. Take the new belt and wrap it around the front clutch and then the back. While the belt is on the back clutch, slide the clutch back on to the transmission shaft. The clutch could possibley be out of alignment and this would result in having to shim the clutch.

If I didnt do a good job, then ask again.

Just here to help,

EC

 

Check the front clutch buttons NOW! I have a buddy who'se '95 425 Mag rattled intermittantly. 3 of the 6 buttons were gone completely, letting the clutch rattle. He barely caught it in time to save buying a whole new clutch. Take the belt cover off, & look at the front pulley. Looking down from the top of the machine, rotate the pulley. There are 3 'prongs' inside the clutch you will see easily. There should be a little teflon 'button' sandwitched on either side of the center piece that moves between the 'towers' of the main housing. If they are loose or missing, fix it soon. I hope your problem is just a bad belt, but I wouldn't want you to have to replace the whole pulley housing for lack of looking.

 

I had the same problem with my sportsmen, If it still rubs after the above suggestions there is a bracket underneath the clutch cover that can be loosend and adjusted.
Sparke

 

I've never had to disassemble the clutch when changing a belt. Just get it started on the upper lip and roll the clutch by hand, it will come right off.

 

You do not need to unbolt the clutch to change a belt!!!!!

 

I guess it will work that way (not removing the clutch) I have no experience w/ doing it this way b/c the only time I have ever changed the belt was when the clutch was already off.....ie..adding a clutch kit. I believe thats its time for a new belt myself. I'll try the "roll on" idea on this next one. Seems like it would save a bunch of time over removing the secondary.

EC

 

where does everyone suggest getting a belt from?
What brand Dayco? Any particular model? Thanks!

 

DaycoMax or Goodyear Powerstreak. I think Dennis Kirk has them both.