clutch center to center distance how important?

[hontri]

New 2014 pro. Clutch shafts are parallel,offset is spot on,free play is set but the center to center distance is 5/32" beyond the 11.5" spec. How important is this? I don't really want to pull the motor and do the TRS method if i don't have to. Also if i have to pull the motor to drill out the strap holes do i also have to modify the torque strap?

 

[Reg2view]

Assuming the primary sheave clearance is also acceptable, is the new stock belt deflection good/attainable, both primary (creeping the track on a stand) and secondary (cogs visible above the edge)? This is where measuring the finished length of multiple belts from different lots can come in, they will vary from mold to mold. If you can get the belt length to work, you're good.

 

[hontri]

Thanks Reg2view. "If you can get the belt length to work, you're good." I was hoping that something like that was possible. I will follow your recommendations and check it out.

 

[Spaarky]

If it's not within spec, your loosing performance.