Lawn Mowers

Lawn mower is one of the principle devices for lawn maintenance. You can find them in any possible configurations and sizes. There is a large choice of riding mowers, self-propelled mowers, walk-behind mowers, pushed powered mowers, and the basic non-motorized push mowers. The latter are becoming more and more popular again being environmentally friendly and easy to maintain.

All the lawn mowers have got belts that represent an integral part of working mechanism. All self-propelled mowers and lawn tractors with a small gasoline or diesel engine have belts. The drive belt connects engine with the drive wheels and lets either front or rear wheels of the mower drive; sometimes it is all four. Therefore, such movers do not require actual pushing or any other sort of effort. Other mowers can have a belt that is responsible for driving the blade. Such belts are called blade belts.

V-belts that run from the engine to the transmission are frequently met in riding mowers. Due to them blade speed can be changed easily as well as mower speed. However, the belts on lawn tractors have got other functions apart from the driving the blade and power the wheels. They are also able to drive other tractor accessories and attachments, which is really very convenient.

Generally, there are no problems with finding lawn mower belts. They are broadly available in the stores as well as other parts. Hardware, lawn maintenance, or garden stores at your place are surely enough will be ready to help you. You can also try searching online; sometimes it is even more convenient as you can easily compare prices and shipment is provided as a rule.

Belts for lawn mowers usually are made of a rubber with a polyester core, and a strong fabric covering. They are available in three widths: 3/8-inch (approx. 1 cm), 1/2-inch (approx. 1.4 cm), and 5/8-inch (approx. 1.8 cm). What concerns lengths, the choice is broader – from 17-inches to 114-inches (43.18 cm to 289.56 cm).

Mind, that you should check your belts pretty frequently in order to protect them from damage and wearing. Do not forget about pulleys and gearing, and sheaves as they should also be taken care of. Make sure you check the belt tension every time before you want to use the mower, otherwise it can end up with failure of the belt as well as noise and vibration. You will have no necessity to change your belt for about 5 years if you look after your mower properly.