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Did a steering clean-out and re-grease last month (also reshaped the steering pin, new foam gasket, etc.). Didn't get around to upgrading to the thrust bearing.
Well, last evening I did. Bought new thrust bearing (equivalent to Nice 605, $1.96), jam nut with nylon insert ($0.95) and washer ($0.40). Had to take the deck off to clean anyway, so while deck was off, removed the two jam nuts and replaced with bearing/nut combo. I can tell a difference. Can turn the steering wheel with ease with one finger! ![]() Also, realigned my steering wheel and tie rods so the mower turns equally to the left or right. If this rainy weather ever stops, I'll be ready for some smooth mowing.
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Stanton 1980 IH 782, Kohler M18 IH #1 Cart, original IH 42" Blade, modified to 50" and hydraulic 2015 XT2, Kawasaki 23 HP |
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Good to hear the steering is alot better with the upgrade !!
Would you post the part no. of the parts and where you got them ?? I am going to do the upgrade on some of my Cubs. |
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The bearing is probably made in China-don't have a part number. Work in Lenexa, KS, so the IBT distributor is not far from me in Shawnee. Walked in and asked for an equal to the Nice #605 bearing. Any bearing supply place ought to be able to cross reference that to one they stock.
Bought the jam nut and washer at Feldman's in Blue Springs. They stock a huge variety of Hillman hardware. Don't have the number for the jam nut either, but it's a 5/8"-18 thread count with nylon insert. Don't believe that Westlake carries them. Hope this helps.
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Stanton 1980 IH 782, Kohler M18 IH #1 Cart, original IH 42" Blade, modified to 50" and hydraulic 2015 XT2, Kawasaki 23 HP |
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