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Old 05-31-2016, 07:00 PM
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Been brought to my attention that the middle spindle on my mower deck is shot- but I was also informed they don't make them any more? Does this hold true? What are my options?

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It is impossible to answer your question until we know the Model Number of your Mower Deck.

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Been brought to my attention that the middle spindle on my mower deck is shot- but I was also informed they don't make them any more? Does this hold true? What are my options?

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It is true, they don't make the mower deck any more!
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Sorry for the lack of info fellas. I am not sure of the model number but it's the orig 42 inch deck off my '71 126. Hope that helps.
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I think we need to know what the definition of "shot" is and which style of spindle it is, replaceable bearings or water pump style bearing.
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If you don't know, the newer style has tapered bearings like old style vehicle front wheel bearings in an aluminum housing.
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So, the tag is gone?
A picture is worth a shot...
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Bearings are available . Old style was a st-745.
New style as stated ad can get at auto parts store.

Take it apart and see which brg you have and if the housings are serviceable. The st-745 is available aftermarket- I think the best price is around $65/each. The replacement assemblies are ~ $155 each new. Both ways you can find used also. The tensioner idler pulley can be rough, the idler arm usually is ungreased even though there is a provision for a zerk. Spring and bolt might need replacement.


I've got mine apart right now. My deck looked quite clean and there were no play in the bearings. I had a bad idler and one bearing was a little rough. Took it a part and broke a second bearing. So rebuilding the idler arm, new idler pulley, bolts/nuts. I haven't decided on new st-745 bearings or new assemblies which are 2x the cost. Either way, the parts are getting a true epoxy primer and sealed to prevent corrosion. Pulleys have a bit of wear- lots of deep rust pits, but I presume if they are still solid- they will work.

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So here are some pix. The center pulley is shot as the welds and bearing are toast and I believe that is one assembly. Additionally there's a stack of bearings under that I will need to replace as well. Attached in the diagram pic I need parts 23,29 & 17,18,19,20,30,31. Hope this helps?
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