john deere 216

Hi guy's i have 1982 jd 216, how do I remove the belt off the variator pulley. The old belt kinda in bad shape. Can't find in pictures on the net to show how to pull the belt off and install the new belt.

I recently purchased a 216 with mower and blower. Been a bit of a job getting it running, but now I am having to balance the choke and throttle to get it up to full throttle. Once I get it there, it seems to sputter and backfire a fair amount. I have never had a knack for carbs and setting...

Just got it on trade and do not know much about it. Any help would be appreciated. Let me elaborate what I know about it Its a 1985 john deere model 216, runs and mow excellent and has tons of power from the 16 horse cast iron kohler, Its a 4 speed and shifts excellent, the only problem I'm...