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Thanks to Mice_Elf, for showing me how to attach a picture of the deck on the Victa Mower I'm having trouble getting belts for.

I have attached 2 pictures and hope I have not stuffed that up..

As you can see Bruce my deck, picture 1, has an extra pulley at the rear that is not shown in the Deck Manual you gratefully provide here.
Again, ignore my attempt to refit the old spare worn out belt.

I spoke to one of the senior mechanics at my local mower shop and he has suggested I had fitted the belt wrong in this attached photo.
That's why it's way too long to fit the mower.

So the 2nd picture I have shared is what I'm hoping to be the correct belt layout.

The old spare belt that was also worn out will be the test, then I just have to find a replacement at the same length of around 3080mm OD

Time will tell..

Thanks again to you guys for helping all of us novices trying to be helpful to others..

Steve

G'day Steve,


You can actually upload your image to this thread, in response to Bruce's response's, as long as it's within the Forum's allowances, e.g. jpg, png, etc.

To do this -> I recommend using the Full Editor choice, then click on the "Attachment Editor" option, and drag your desired image onto the pop up dialog box.

By doing this, it will hopefully further clarify for us, your issue...

I hope this info helps you,

mice_elf

Hi Steve,

Below is the deck parts list showing the part numbers. Also have the setup guide for the deck below.

This is the deck belt CLICK HERE

Hi Bruce, I went back to my local Mower Shop today with more information on this Victa SPX2342 Rideon and even with the extra information they couldn't help me out. They have suggested that I email Power Lawncare Products (who now owns Victa) and provide all the details on the mower and it's deck, included pictures and ask for Belt Part Numbers and Belt Route Diagrams to suit my deck. So I have asked for an email address in a message on their Victa Facebook Page.

The Extra Information I found, along with your help is this:-

Victa Model Number:- 2691235-00 - which you provided the parts manual for, thanks again.
Serial Number:- 2016795203
DOM:- 14/05/2023

It's a Pressed Deck and not a Fabricated Deck

That Manuals Front Cover gave me 3 - 42" deck parts numbers:-

1696407
169640700
1696541-00

The deck picture in that parts manual is not the same as the deck on this mower.
My deck has 2 x spindles and 3 pulleys close together at the read of the deck. The left side pulley is the flat belt spring loaded tensioner, the right side pulley is a flat belt idler pulley and the smaller rear pulley is the v belt drive pulley. I hope that makes sense. I have a deck picture but don't have anywhere to upload it so I can post it here.

Remembering the old worn belts are 3080mm OD, that I measured.

I'm getting conflicting information again using these deck numbers as a reference:-

1758984YP = 124.4" x 1/2"
1757811YP = 94-96" x 1/2" and at another supplier = 3111.5mm

Any further help or ideas you or any members have will be greatly appreciated..

I'm doping my best to help out a neighbour with their ride on mower.

Cheers

Steve

Well done MM I too have never bothered pulling a solenoid apart I have always just replaced with a cheap (under $20) motorcycle solenoid they are usually nice and small

This is the pulley CLICK HERE

Hi Steve,

Tell them to pick up the phone and ask Victa or is that two hard for them.

An electrician brought in a generator for possible repair, found abandoned at a rural property, an old Dunlight with a Honda 11 HP GX340 motor. It had been converted to run on LPG - very crudely - just a regulator with a tube going through a hole in the air filter cover. The inside of the cover and the air filter had been fried so there had been flames in there.

Got it running on petrol after removing all the LPG plumbing but the solenoid for the 12 volt electric starter was not working, just making a clicking sound, had to use the recoil rope pull start. Couldn't get any power out of the 240 volt plugs. The electrician later found the problem was a burnt out capacitor and when that was replaced all was good.

Went to closest Honda dealer with the kaput solenoid and fell over when a new genuine Honda solenoid was quoted at AUD 200 !

A generic 12 volt solenoid is around AUD 40 but couldn't find one with a suitable mounting plate which would fit nicely into the tight mounting position so thought maybe I could repair the original.

The metal outer was crimped around the hard plastic guts and with a filed down sharp hardened nail I was able to slowly uncrimp the metal outer and found the insides looked OK. Couldn't see the internal contacts but with a bent pick scraped around in the contact region and put things together. Lo and behold it is now working perfectly and the generator starts with a turn of the key.

200 bucks for a solenoid is a bit steep I reckon.

Interestingly when I gave back the generator the electrician said he had never tried to repair a solenoid.

Thanks once again Bruce, for you great work helping me out here.. I didn't know that Part number (2691235-00) until today when I went back out there and triple checked all over the mower to see about any other numbers were on it.

I can't believe that Victa has One Parts Manual for the Briggs Engine & drive Belt, One Parts Manual for the mower and a third Parts Manual for the Deck.

But at a local mower shop today they couldn't find any pictures or part numbers for the Deck Belt or the Deck Belt Layout Diagram or even the pulleys on the deck. Except for the spindle pulleys.

Cheers

Steve

There is no question about the pulley up under the seat, it must be a "V" pulley to keep the belt in its right plane, flat pulley encourages the belt to flip on its back. This is a problem caused by people not understanding what and how pulleys are designed to work

Hmm Bruce, I think you might be onto something. I bought this mower with a flat idler pully installed and when I replaced it I asked an ex greenfield dealer for the part and that's what they gave me another flat. After doing a bit of research the part i need is a gt7965 according to the manual which is a v. However when I check my other 17 hp 32 inch fastcut it uses a flat pully as well.

Googling it shows both flat and v pulleys for the idler pulley so now im confused.

Ive given it to a repair mechanic to look sort out as Ive sunk 8 hrs into already but ill post what the outcome is within the next week.

The vacuum pump I used was one i got off Aliex only about $35-50 and looks to be quite well made with a Trouid type pump,I've studied the sump bolt area a little more and it looks like the sump bolt partially extends into the oil fill tube area and so won't quite allow the smaller suction tube from the pump to bypass the end of sump bolt on it's way downward.I may try use a metal tube with the end flattened slightly next time but I won't be changing the oil for perhaps 12 months from now.
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Hi Steve_2012,

Below is the parts list for your model quoting the part numbers.

NOTE: You would need kevlar type belts because of pullies riding on the back a standard cheap belt will fall apart.

Hi Steve,
First question is it a "B" section belt, if so eithere of the old bel sizes will be fine you are only talking half an inch difference in the length. If it is not a "B" section belt you are going to have to do a bit of guesswork

Hi Folks, I have been given the job by a friend, of servicing a Victa SPX2342 Ride On Mower and the first thing I need is a Deck Belt.

It has a Briggs & Stratton Professional V Twin Engine with these specs on it:- Model Year 2013, Engine Family - DBSXS.7242VA - 724cc ECS: EM 381409

It's a 42" Deck and I'm getting conflicting advice for a local Mower shop and Google.

The Old Deck Belt that I took off is:- 3080mm and that equates to 121.26".
The Older Deck Belt that was hanging on the wall, also warn out is:- 3085mm and that equates to 121.5".

The way I measured these belts was to mark the widest part of the belt and using the wifes Sewing Tape Measure I measured out in Metres, added a mark and continued to return to my 1st mark.

The local mower shop is saying they have no listing for this belt, so I'm asking here for help..

Here's what Google Tells me:-

Victa SPX 2342

AI Overview

Based on the search results, the Victa SPX2342 lawn tractor (42-inch cut) requires specific belts depending on whether you are replacing the Transmission/Drive Belt (Engine to Transmission) or the Cutter Deck Belt (Blades).

1. Transmission Drive Belt (Engine to Transmission)
• Replaces OEM Part Numbers: 1737441, 1737441YP, or sometimes listed under generic AYP/Husqvarna numbers for these models.
• Size: 1/2" x 88-3/8" (approx. 12.7mm x 2245mm).
• Fits: SPX2342, V125, 23/42, and other 42" Victa/Simplicity models.

2. Cutter Deck Belt (42" Cut)
• Replaces OEM Part Numbers: 1757811YP, 1732956SM, or 1761268YP (depending on specific deck construction, specifically for fabricated decks).
• Size: Approximately 1/2" x 124.4" (or 118" OD depending on specific deck).
• Fits: 42" fabricated decks on SPX2342 models.

3. Alternative/Variable Speed Drive Belt
• Fits: SPX20-42, V125 23-42 (2690917).
• Size: 1/2" Wide, approximately 94.45" - 97" Outside Diameter (O.D.).

Recommendation: For the SPX2342, the most accurate replacements are usually sourced using the Briggs & Stratton part numbers, such as 1737441YP for the transmission belt.



Cheers

Steve

Thanks for your response QSR. I would have replied earlier than this, except I have not been well, but now I'm OK.

I too have heard about the Facebook comments, and I do tend to agree with you regarding rip-offs. All of what I'm saying below on this topic--is "old hat"

My present SB Model 45 17" was purchased from them roughly 12 years ago. and at the time I got them to replace the original cylinder for a brand new 7 bladed one [Black in colour], which was then lathed as was the new bottom blade, and then adjusted to give a perfect match. It came with a Vintage 1977 B&S -- 3 HP, Model 80303 08339-01 77061001 engine on it. [See attached pic and you will be able to see the original B&S red paint, under the Black paint over-spray.] From memory, about AU$1,700 all up and delivery was free.

Suddenly, about 18 months later, the engine siezed for no apparent reason. It had the correct amount of oil, a brand new spark plug, and I looked after it well. I'm still in the process of slowly dismantling it [as time permits], to try and discover what went wrong. Also, finding the Manuals -- Operators & Exploding Parts, has proven to be next to impossible! When completed, my findings will be the subject of another post.

So, in essence, I ended up with a AU$1,700 mower without an engine. However, I can say that the back split-rollers, twin rails, clutch assembly, chains & sprockets, front roller, cylinder, nuts & bolts and catcher etc., are all still in first class condition, with no signs of rust, or dents, including beneath the side cover.

That's my experience of dealing with them...

mice-elf

Hi SuziRova,

You should look at the airfilter assembly because that can cause a lot of issues if it is warpped it will cause starting issues and running issues.

Just search on the forum and you will find other people that have the same problem.

Hi Voltron,

Below is a part list fo the Thoroughbred cylinder mower which i think is yours and you will see the model numbers in the parts list. it might help you a bit to show where the parts all go etc.

You should look at the airfilter assembly because that can cause a lot of issues if it is warpped it will cause starting issues and running issues.

Just search on the forum and you will find other people that have the same problem.

Good Luck.

Why are you using a flat idler pulley when you should be using a 'V' idler pulley for the tensioner.

The belt will always twist with what you are using.

The only small engines without drain plugs I've come across so far have been on push mowers which can be completely drained of oil and any sludge via the filler by tipping them over.

I presume any motors without drain plugs have been designed to allow complete drainage via a vacuum tube system. The Honda GXV390 doesn't look like it would be possible to remove all the oil by a tube through the filler.

On machines such as generators and quads, 4WDs, etc.where it is difficult to allow oil the be drained from the plug without making a mess I use old aluminium foil baking trays moulded to shape, similar to Norm's suggestion.

Just replaced a with a new idler pulley. Does anyone have any recommendation's before i go ahead and replace the the left hand clutch pulley? I'm trying to avoid that as it looks like a mammoth job.

Video of the problem [video:youtube]https://www.youtube.com/shorts/zrzvI4LmkRE[/video]

Just a note I have been using a pneumatic oil extractor for many years and no longer have those messy oil changes. I had to go this route as several small engines no longer have drain plugs.

My uses an air compressor to vacuum charge the extractor but there are cheaper version out there that uses a hand pump.

Hi there norm,thanks eh norm.I'm now thinking the drain plug may be the problem ie too long so will wait till next oil change comes around and maybe shorten it and hoping that will work,sucking oil out seems the perfect solution on these mowers,it is on my SUV as it saves taking the cover off the bottom of the engine bay.

Norm, I don't think I explained it quite correctly. So what is happening is that the belt comes off the idler pully on the left hand side and it hits what they call I think the clutch pully. What is happening is that the belt will flip on its side on the left hand clutch pulley. So the belt will run on the side of the v over the left pulley instead of sitting in the belt in its v formation. When you put a brand new drive belt on and tension it up, you can start the mower and let it run at idel and the belt does not run on its side and runs normal. But as soon as you up the revs the belt will slip/flip back over onto its side on the left hand clutch pulley and continue in this manner all future rotations. unless you re tension and flip it back. It was doing my head in so I paid a very experienced mobile mower mechanic too look at it. He said he has never seen a greenfield do that before in 30 years. He didn't have time to change the clutch pulleys there and then but that was his suggestion for rectification.

Talking to an ex greenfield dealer he suggested I try and obtain an A134 Super 2 raw edge belt as a first shot before replacing the clutch pulley. However I did the ring around to about 10 belt places and no one could get one. So the project for the weekend is to replace the left hand clutch pulley and the idler pulley and hope and pray that fixes.

Bruce: in answer to your question its a 34 inch greenfield fast cut with the briggs and Stratton 27hp in it. I think its like 2017/2018 vintage.