Deutz agrotron 165mk3

[Winnerjd]

Hi All. Just wondering if anyone has any experience of changing the inner belt on a Deutz agrotron 165mk3. I can change the outer two fan belts no problem. But the inner one is absolutely impossible to get out. It's the one that drives the fuel lift pump. There is no room underneath for the belt to come off as part of the main block is in the way. Surely I shouldn't have to remove the whole front end and axle just to replace a belt worth 15 quid. Any help ?
Thanks

 

[Mur Huwcun]

Are you struggling to get it off the crank pulley? You may have to rotate the engine as you’re taking the belt off

 

[Winnerjd]

Yes the crank pulley at the very bottom. There is no space to get a belt in or out. Only about 7 or 8mm of space.

 

[Mur Huwcun]

Rotate the belt off, start it off one side and turn engine over with spanner/ratchet etc

 

[Winnerjd]

Rotate the belt off, start it off one side and turn engine over with spanner/ratchet etc

Ok will do. I'll try it in the morning. Cheers for the tip