Easy
30-60 minutes
The belt keeper rod goes next to the engine pulley and helps to guide the belt. This part is available as an individual replacement. It is made out of metal and may require a socket set and a wrench set while replacing this item. This is an OEM replacement part for lawn tractors made by MTD, Yard Machines, Bolens, Yard Man, and Troy-Bilt.
Rod-belt Keeper 42 747-04857
OEM part for: MTD, Yard Machines, Bolens, Yard Man, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Husky
Part Number: 747-04857
$22.52
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This Rod-belt Keeper 42 will fit the following 1339 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Yard Machines
MTD
Bolens
Yard Man
Craftsman
Troy-Bilt
Husky
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Tractor Parts
- Lawn Mower Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 683-04443 ((Not Shown)), 683-04443, 683-04443-0637, 747-04307
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Perfect fit for my mower
It was in great condition and arrived downtown very quick delivery
Guest -
June 2, 2023
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Easy fix
My part fit perfect and arrived quickly. Definitely recommend this site for parts.
Gerald -
October 5, 2022
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Replacement part
It was the correct part and was easy to install. The only thing I noticed was that the shipping cost more than the part.
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August 4, 2022
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Great
Part worked and arrived timely.
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July 23, 2021
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I asked which bolt and nut were needed to attach the belt keeper, they replied, We've answered your question, call Troy-Bilt
Daniel -
April 16, 2022
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Ordered one received two
Ordered one received two, Customer service not helpful.
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September 25, 2019
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Does this fit my product?Questions & Answers for Rod-belt Keeper 42
I need a belt keeper rod for a craftsman model cmxgram 201302
Ken
asked on 2023-03-28
Hi Ken,
Thank you for your question. The part number listed under your model number for the rod belt keeper is 747-04969. If you would like to place an order for it, please call our customer service line and anyone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to hearing from you!
eReplacementParts Team March 28, 2023
I need a belt keeper rod for this Troy-Bilt riding lawn mower.
Lynn
for model number 13bx60tg766
asked on 2022-03-07
Hello Lynn, thank you for your inquiry. We We have researched the model you have provided, and we have two suggestions, Belt Keeper Rod 747-04530 and the Belt Keeper 911-1000 . If you need help placing an order, our customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
eReplacementParts Team March 07, 2022
Customer Repair Instructions ?
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Lost belt keeper
Randy - June 24, 2017
👍 4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, Grinder
Parts Used
Ground off top of plate where screw bolt use to hold keeper in place. Replaced with regular nut and bolt. Job Done. It helps when u have the exact replacement part like I got from eReplacementParts.com. Thanks much!
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PTO belt keeper vibrated loose and I ran over it with the blades.
Dane - August 14, 2018
👍 3 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
Since there was no longer a bolt to hold the belt keeper on.....I got a new bolt and washers. I only had to put the belt keeper in place and install the new bolt. Mission accomplished!
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Drive belt broke, driveshaft pulley loosened and fell off
Michael - July 23, 2018
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
More than 2 hours
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Pipe wrench
I was a bit skeptical concerning this repair as operator's manual for 2010 Troy-Bilt pony lawn tractor suggests replacing drive belt be done by authorized Troy-Bilt repair station. However I watched Ereplacementparts video on YouTube (replacing drive belt on Troy-Bilt pony) and it was such a thorough video (kudos to Mark) that I decided to do repair by myself. I did view video multiple times and did call to speak with salesperson (MaKayla) who was very helpful in determining parts which I needed and actually corrected me on a replacement belt keeper part number. Actual taking deck off and replacing both drive and transmission belts took approximately 3-4 hrs as I tried to be as methodical as possible. Video gave me a great tip for removing tension springs, that is tying a rope and pulling them loose which I might not have figured out on my own! I had to replace bolt which holds main driveshaft pulley on engine which necessitated ordering parts this time online, but the exploded parts diagrams made this very easy and all parts actually arrived in 3-4 days time which I thought exceptional! I tried out mower this morning and it seems to operate as good as new, time will tell, but I must say that your company has been very thorough and on top of things, thanks much for all the help and reasonable pricing! Repair video was just outstanding and company service is excellent.
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