How to easily change deck belt on John Deere X300 M154621

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  • How to easily change the mower deck belt on JD X300. Replacing the mower deck belt on a John Deere X300 series lawn tractor with the Edge 42 deck. John Deere belt OEM part number M154621. Step-by-step tutorial. Similar process for other X series John Deere tractors, and other Edge deck widths.
    Step 1: Check serial number and verify correct belt part
    Step 2: Remove mower deck
    Step 3: Remove spindle cover, guides, tension spring, and old belt
    Step 4: Use belt path diagram and install new belt
    Step 5: Re-install spindle cover, guides, spring
    Step 6: Re-install mower deck
    Step 7: Test operation
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    0:00 - Intro
    1:22 - Step 1: Check serial number and verify correct belt part
    2:28 - Step 2: Remove mower deck
    3:40 - Step 3: Remove spindle cover, guides, tension spring, and old belt
    6:51 - Step 4: Use belt path diagram and install new belt
    9:02 - Step 5: Re-install spindle cover, guides, spring
    11:14 - Step 6: Re-install mower deck
    13:04 - Step 7: Test operation

ความคิดเห็น • 58

  • @gregfletcher8886
    @gregfletcher8886 14 วันที่ผ่านมา +1

    Thank you. Used this today to change my belt on my X300. Your video walked me step by step right through it.

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Glad it helped! Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment and let us know. We appreciate it.

  • @triciatrunek
    @triciatrunek 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    thank you....i honestly watch this every time i have to change my belt....

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That's great to hear! Thanks for letting us know.

  • @zackwhatley6449
    @zackwhatley6449 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have a JD x304 and have had to replace this same belt 7-8 times. Have used after market as well as OEM belts. The OEM is costly but is better quality belt. You can buy aftermarket and get two for same price as the OEM but who wants to change this 2-3 times a year. This watching this video its best I have seen in explaining the correct steps. Thanks

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the compliment! I definitely like the OEM belts better. You’re right- no sense in doing this twice or three times as often.

    • @craigleahy500
      @craigleahy500 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Zack - I have a 304 also and am also already on my second belt this season. You have any idea what makes them go through belts like this?

  • @jerrygentry2348
    @jerrygentry2348 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good tutorial. I learned the same lesson with lawn tractors - OEM parts are the only way to go. You actually spend more with cheap parts.

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      100% agree. I've tried to save a few bucks by using aftermarket parts - and it always ends up costing me more. The OEM parts work better and last longer. They're always worth the extra money.

  • @mkisor2474
    @mkisor2474 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Thanks so much just changed my belt and blades pretty easy

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  หลายเดือนก่อน

      You're welcome! I'm glad the video was helpful. Thanks for taking a moment to leave a comment. Every comment (and like and subscribe click) help our small channel grow. Thanks again.

  • @karenez7777
    @karenez7777 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video, very helpful, thank you!!!
    Fyi, our JD supplier sold us the wrong belt in the right packaging. Very frustrating. Ha ha. Got it replaced and went on like a dream. One other note: did not need to remove the spring. My guy did that the first go round; it was very difficult for an older guy. With the correct belt, he got it on perfectly with no need to touch that spring.

  • @user-iy3rt2cj6f
    @user-iy3rt2cj6f 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Thanks for posting this video. I too bought an after market belt that only lasted for about 3 mowings. I was changing oil, filter and blades so thought I would put a new belt on at the same time (still had the original John Deere belt) and was very disappointed how soon the belt broke. I have ordered a John Deere belt to replace the after market belt. Hopefully will last as long as the original belt.

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There's definitely no comparison between the original John Deere belts and the aftermarket ones (at least the aftermarket ones that I've seen). Thanks for sharing your experience.

  • @moci42
    @moci42 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Excellent video. The JD manual is a mess. This video makes it so much easier. Thanks

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad it helped! And thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Every comment (and Like click, and subscription) really helps us grow the channel.

  • @davida.p.9911
    @davida.p.9911 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very easy install! 😎👍 And good looking mower too! I do like those John Deere mowers! Thanks for sharing, Chad!

  • @kevinkahikina4521
    @kevinkahikina4521 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Excellent & Informative! Thank you for the tutorial, the operator's manual is a futile attempt at best! Happy mowing!

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for watching and letting us know the video was helpful.

  • @pwickes
    @pwickes 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Incredibly helpful. Thank you 🙏

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad it was helpful! And thank you for the comment. Every single comment, click of the like button, and subscription click helps out the channel.

  • @micropirate
    @micropirate หลายเดือนก่อน

    Awesome tutorial. Thank you so much!

  • @anthonypaul1351
    @anthonypaul1351 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for your very helpful video. Much appreciated!!!

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks! Glad it was helpful.

  • @user-ip4nb9lc7y
    @user-ip4nb9lc7y ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks Chad. Excellent!!

  • @watershedoverlook
    @watershedoverlook ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good job Chad, really clear and concise. I must say that after watching this, and after having had to replace the drive belt on my Deere GT235, I am convinced that JD (and most other modern mower brands) just like to make belt changing overly-involved and complicated. They could learn a LOT from my 70's Wheel Horse tractors. I can literally remove the deck, change the belt and reinstall the deck-without tools, mind you-all in about 5 minutes.
    (Having typed this, I realize that I sound like the pair of grumpy old men Muppets that live in the theater balcony!) 🤨😅

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was thinking the same thing! Changing the belts on the older machines was certainly easier.

    • @larrykluckoutdoors8227
      @larrykluckoutdoors8227 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      And the wheel horse did a great job cutting also

    • @larrykluckoutdoors8227
      @larrykluckoutdoors8227 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      My JD Saber 2354 has a belt for the deck and a belt from the motor to the deck

    • @watershedoverlook
      @watershedoverlook ปีที่แล้ว +1

      My JD has the two belt setup as well Larry. 👍

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      @@larrykluckoutdoors8227 I prefer that system. I like separate belts for the deck, and for the motor to the deck. Sometimes I wish that there were still separate belts on vehicles too - instead of one serpentine belt. :)

  • @rsmith4080
    @rsmith4080 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very clear video. Went to cut my lawn and the pto did not engage. The belt has slipped off. This video should make fixing it a lot easier, Thanks

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      Glad it was helpful. Usually once it starts slipping off once it's getting stretched out beyond what the spring on the tensioner can handle. Not sure if that's the case with yours - but it might be a good idea to have a spare belt on hand.

  • @reedjphoto
    @reedjphoto 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Great video. Very clear.

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you! We're glad it was helpful.

  • @TS-sx3rf
    @TS-sx3rf ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice tractor!

  • @GratefulRob
    @GratefulRob 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    My x300 with 42” edge deck lists 2 options on the parts diagram: 154601 (w/ belt tens) and 155525 (w/o belt tens) but not this part number. I’m assuming I have a belt tensioner so I guess I get that one? Anyone have any insight?

  • @roybrazeau3486
    @roybrazeau3486 4 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What a difference what a difference between this deck and an x354 42A deck!

  • @rob_and_c1109
    @rob_and_c1109 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My mower is the same i just replaced the belt and blades, but when i went to test it i smell a burning rubber smell. Is there a belt tension adjustment or is that just that tensioner puller... about to take another look it it. Any info would be great

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I had that trouble once when I tried a different brand belt. It only lasted a few times and shredded. The next time, I put the John Deere OEM belt on and never had another issue.

  • @newman9555
    @newman9555 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome...

  • @helichuck1
    @helichuck1 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Do you have a video for deck leveling?

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Sorry, I don't. I never have had to make any adjustments to the deck leveling.

  • @jeremsmith577
    @jeremsmith577 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So how long did you mow with that belt that you took off I can mow 4 times and my belt that is not the john deere you put on looks just like the belt you took off and it jumps off so is it a belt issue or what

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      With the non-oem belt - I mowed only about 3 times. I’m already glad I switched back to the OEM belt. It’s much better quality.

  • @jeremsmith577
    @jeremsmith577 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whats the difference in both belts

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  ปีที่แล้ว

      I’m not sure about the difference in construction materials - but there certainly seems to be a difference in quality. The John Deere OEM belt feels like a better quality material.

  • @silasaqui8833
    @silasaqui8833 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You should clean your deck before even starting your repairs

    • @PurpleCollarLife
      @PurpleCollarLife  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Really? I thought it was pretty clean.