127 mule drive belt
 

I was out running errands when I realized I was near the CC dealer. Thinking that it has been awhile since I changed belts I dropped in to pick up some spares for my 127.
The salesman set the belts on the counter and immediately started to explain that the new mule drive belt is 3/8" and that he has never had any complaints. I told him that for $37.00 it had better last. I guess I will have to put it on to see if it lasts and keep the old one for a spare.
When did CC change the specs for the mule drive belt from 1/2" to 3/8"?
Alan

Hi Alan. All of the older models - even the Quietlines use a 3/8 belt from the PTO to the deck. You should be all set. John

Thx John,
I am sure it will work fine. It's just threw me a curve that they changed to a narrower belt after 50 years.
Alan

my 147 has always used a 3/8 belt.

They never changed, it has always been 3/8. It's just easier to find a 1/2" belt than a 3/8" belt. It's real close 3/8" or 4/8" = 1/2" almost the same. The new 3/8" belt should work better since that is what's called for.