New Noise: Clackety-Clack from rear of CVT Cover

[smoak]

OK, got a new noise I am investigating... My MC54-250B has a Clackety-Clack noise coming from the rear area of the tranny cover. I pulled the CVT cover off and looked for any loose parts or belt issues, and found none.

I did find a Gates Powerlink installed which surprised me, the previous owner told me he had never had the cover off, so I am assuming this was installed at the factory.

So the noise is coming from the pulley in the back, and as I said everything is tight and visually has no problems. the clack-clack happens when the motor is under load.. As in if I hold the rear brake and give it some throttle I will occasionally hear the clack.

It is not super loud, but most certainly noticeable. Could it be worn rollers or something?

Any thoughts appreciated!

Smoak