Basic Information
- Part name: Snowblower auger idler pulley bracket
- Manufacturer: MTD
- Category: Brackets
- Primary function: Supports and positions the auger idler pulley on the engine frame
Installation & Compatibility
- Compatible models: Fits MTD and Craftsman snowblowers; confirm compatibility using your models parts diagram
- Installation Difficulty: Medium; may require removing covers and loosening belt tension
- Tools required: Basic hand tools
Additional Information
This auger idler pulley bracket, part number 790-00238A-0637, holds the auger idler pulley in the correct position to maintain proper belt alignment and tension.
If the bracket is bent, cracked or no longer holds the pulley securely, the auger belt may slip or wear prematurely, making replacement necessary.
Disconnect the spark plug wire before beginning the repair. Wear work gloves when working around belts, pulleys and metal components.
Snowblower auger idler pulley bracket 790-00238A-0637 replaces part numbers 790-00238 and 790-00238A.