How to replace clutch belt - 1996 Max4 18hp Vanguard

[dgiumen1]

I need to change the clutch belt but not sure how to
I have a 1996 Max4 18hp Vanguard

[msafi65]

Roll the belt off the transmission pulley( lower) to the inside. Then pass over the pulley working it past the center bolt and body. You will probably have to twist the belt to get it past the engine mount and inside part of the clutch. Do it with engine cold.

[Noel Woods]

You may also have to loosen the engine mounts on the opposite side, and have a helper tilt the opposite side a bit as you do the above. This really helps when you slip the new belt on as well. I know that I struggled for a bit the first time I changed a Max4 belt, but its no big deal now.

[wfo]

cut the old belt off if its no good and slide the new one on the way in previous post stated

[dgiumen1]

Thanks I finally got to it.

[Noel Woods]

Yeah, these Max4 belts can be a pain, the first time I changed one I had cuts and nicks on both hands and arms. It gets easier after the 1st time.

[cwilliams]

Where can I get the original belt from? I am surprised there doesn't seem to be one website online with any prices, maybe I am just missing them?

[Noel Woods]

Mudd Ox bought and took over Recreatives, they are available through Mudd Ox, Richards Relics, and you can also cross reference them and locate other belts that will work, I think JP SWIFT put the link somewhere in the forums. I've bought several belts from AMAZON and EBAY for pennies on the dollar of a new o.e.m. belt.