8 Speed Transmission Noise

[landsurveyor 2]

Hi Folks,

Hope you are all well!

Would just like an opinion on a noise my 8 speed transmission makes when stationary.

With the engine running and in neutral, if you release your foot off of the clutch, it makes a grinding/rattling sound!?

Is there something I need to adjust, or is it more serious than that?

Any advice is appreciated, if more info is needed, let me know what you need.

Thanks Guys!

Simon

B)

[Sparky-(Admin) 21,404]

I'll bet your idler pulley is shot. When the clutch is pushed the idler does nothing but with your foot off the clutch the idler is spinning. I dont think the bearings are replacable so a whole new pulley is in order. Their not expensive and its just a simple fix after the side belt cover is off.

Mike.........

[Save Old Iron 1,566]

Take off the trans belt idler pulley off the shaft and give it a spin - if it sounds like marbles in a jar - there's the issue.

[gwgdog66 23]

While you have the belt cover off check to make sure that the big Trans drive pulley is tight. It has a set screw that holds it to the shaft. Mine loosened up a while back and made the same type sound.

[jimbotelho 1]

I'll bet your idler pulley is shot. When the clutch is pushed the idler does nothing but with your foot off the clutch the idler is spinning. I dont think the bearings are replacable so a whole new pulley is in order. Their not expensive and its just a simple fix after the side belt cover is off.

Mike.........

you can pick one up at tractor supply i had to replace one not very long ago

[landsurveyor 2]

Thanks for all of your replies, I will check it out tomorrow, that would make a lot of sense! My Commando 800 is currently in bits, so will try the pulley off of that (if it fits!?)

Thanks again

Simon B)