Thanks, you saved me a lot of headaches. I replaced the bottom gear and that didn't fix it. I didn't know about the hex bushing. Replaced it and it is good as new. Thanks for the info. Now for the mowing part. :)
Thank you. I crawled under mine after the steering failed, saw the wobble and wondered if there was a replaceable bushing. I looked it up and saw there was. I would have tried it without removing the gas tank. Appreciate the straight-to-the-point video!
Have replaced this about every 2 to 3 years but never did it with the gas tank out. Have to replace again so I’ll try that. The metal ones will wear out. All of the ones I’ve replaced were metal. Good video.
Just repaired mine today. I replaced the steering shaft with gear and the newer metal bushing. Wasn't too hard. I did find the large gear below that the shaft connects to in order to turn the wheels was also lose and no doubt caused the original shaft gears to strip. This is my second Troy Bilt. I owned one for 15 years previously and only have to do basic maintenance. This one is 4 years old and I've already had to repair this, a coil, and replace the engine. This will be our last Troy Bilt for sure. They're all about money and forgot what customer service is. They wanted to charge me $45 for a simple adapter for the replacement engine to work with the headlights. I declined being I never mow or use the mower in the dark.
I don't get it, what are the dislikes for, this is as short as can be, and as informative as can be, it's a perfect video. You gotta be darn senseless hater to hate on the guy and the video, there is not a single reason to
what is the torque setting to use on the steering wheel nut and the nut holding the small steering pinon gear. No mention of this in video. Also how do you fix the octagon hole that the hex flange bearing inserts into the frame when it's worn out? Otherwise good video
@@joshwebb905 Ordered a new hex flange, old one kept slipping, as well as a new steering pinon. Although after doing it, I think their steering mechanism could be improved.
This video will be helpful in centering up my steering wheel just bought a used Troy Bilt mower looks just like this one 22hp and 48” deck anyway the steering for some odd reason is upside down? The center spoke is at the top instead of the bottom and it really irritates me I will loosen that bolt on the bottom and center it up thanks for the video
Can you give me the model number of the troybilt you were working on in this video. I have the same one. It came with a messed up seat, so no model number. Thanks
The part is a Hex Flange Bushing. Here are a few reference part numbers: Troy Bilt Part #941-0656A, Cub Cadet Part # 741-0656A , 941-0656, 741-0656, Rotary # 13229
Mine had the teeth worn down on the opposing gear. I filled (welded) and filed new teeth, and it works again :D In case you're wondering, literally everything, including the motor has to be moved to get that gear off!.
Is the fix the same for the 30" Troy Bilt. Inlaws have the same issue with the steering on the 30" mower and ask me to look into it but they live 1 hr away from me so I would pay a few dollars for the part before I go to try and fix it
Thanks mtd for making such a crappy, cheap plastic bushing that should have been metal. Having to rethink my next mower. They build these in town that I live in. This is not the first cheap made problem.
Mtd manufactures nearly every mower brand until you get to really high end mowers above Husqvarna and cub cadet. Even dewalts are made by mtd I think, know box store John Deere used to be not sure if they still are or not. I've actually had very good luck with Murray's which were also mtds, abused the hell out of em and a couple are still going although one needs a deck rebuild and new steering shaft currently. All Murray's I used lasted much longer than the John Deere and crappy Husqvarna which had that shitty hydrostatic transmission I've used. Sad now that it's nearly impossible to buy a 42"+ mower that doesn't have that shitfest hydrostat system.
Absolutely, I have spent at least twice the original price of my 2013 Bronco Mower in repairs. From year one, something would break on it just about every time I had to mow. You know a working man though, try to save money cause ya just don't have it to spend. Yep, shoulda bought a Kubota or something like that to begin with.
You could rotate the bushing 180 degrees and put it back and and possibly get a few more mows out of it, but the fact is that they do not all wear out the same way and the mower may end up with the same problem right away. If you are going through the effort to remove and rotate the bushing, you may as well spend a couple dollars and be done with the problem completely.
he heee just put a rope on each front wheel like a horse pull one side or the other GOOD TO GO lmao There like a car get 100 k miles on em time to get rid of it
Thanks, you saved me a lot of headaches. I replaced the bottom gear and that didn't fix it. I didn't know about the hex bushing. Replaced it and it is good as new. Thanks for the info. Now for the mowing part. :)
My kind of video. Straight to the point. No bs talking. Finished in a matter of minutes. Even with the part number in the description. Thanks my man!
Thank you. I crawled under mine after the steering failed, saw the wobble and wondered if there was a replaceable bushing. I looked it up and saw there was. I would have tried it without removing the gas tank. Appreciate the straight-to-the-point video!
Have replaced this about every 2 to 3 years but never did it with the gas tank out. Have to replace again so I’ll try that. The metal ones will wear out. All of the ones I’ve replaced were metal. Good video.
I thought the damage I saw on the bottom gear was the source of my problem. Thanks for the video!
Just repaired mine today. I replaced the steering shaft with gear and the newer metal bushing. Wasn't too hard. I did find the large gear below that the shaft connects to in order to turn the wheels was also lose and no doubt caused the original shaft gears to strip. This is my second Troy Bilt. I owned one for 15 years previously and only have to do basic maintenance. This one is 4 years old and I've already had to repair this, a coil, and replace the engine. This will be our last Troy Bilt for sure. They're all about money and forgot what customer service is. They wanted to charge me $45 for a simple adapter for the replacement engine to work with the headlights. I declined being I never mow or use the mower in the dark.
Thank you! This video saved me a lot of repair cost and time! REALLY appreciate it!
This fix also applies to Toro LX series mowers. I have a 2006 LX 420. Excellent video!
Metal ones last longer, but will wear out. Little grease probably wouldn’t hurt on assembly. Good video
I don't get it, what are the dislikes for, this is as short as can be, and as informative as can be, it's a perfect video.
You gotta be darn senseless hater to hate on the guy and the video, there is not a single reason to
Great video. You've saved a lot of people's time and money with this one.
You have made a "darn near perfect" and helpful video. Well thought out. Oh Yeah, and it works too !!! Thanks
Thanks ..I like the idea of putting the hex head bolt back in ...instead of the one with the Phillip's head.
Your a hero spent all day trying to figure this out thanks man!
Thanks so much. Following these instructions fixed my problem. Awesome video.
Thank you very much. I didn't have the money to take t to the shop. So I took a gamble and fixed it myself. You are the man.
Everything you need to know is rite here on the tube ...Bro...check here before you go spending money....
Thanks so much! I was able to fashion a part to replace the bushing! Great video!!!!!
Just what I needed to know.
what is the torque setting to use on the steering wheel nut and the nut holding the small steering pinon gear. No mention of this in video. Also how do you fix the octagon hole that the hex flange bearing inserts into the frame when it's worn out? Otherwise good video
How did you fix it?
@@joshwebb905 Ordered a new hex flange, old one kept slipping, as well as a new steering pinon. Although after doing it, I think their steering mechanism could be improved.
This video will be helpful in centering up my steering wheel just bought a used Troy Bilt mower looks just like this one 22hp and 48” deck anyway the steering for some odd reason is upside down? The center spoke is at the top instead of the bottom and it really irritates me I will loosen that bolt on the bottom and center it up thanks for the video
Thank you . This helps with todays new problem . Will order and fix . Good video ! and HELPFUL !!
Nicely done! I am going to try this this week, wish me luck :D
Great job. Quick easy explaining thank you
Can you give me the model number of the troybilt you were working on in this video. I have the same one. It came with a messed up seat, so no model number. Thanks
Model # 14AB809H063
Thank you.
What do you call that bushing, and where did you order it? Thanks in advance.
The part is a Hex Flange Bushing. Here are a few reference part numbers: Troy Bilt Part #941-0656A, Cub Cadet Part # 741-0656A , 941-0656, 741-0656, Rotary # 13229
Hex nut flange
Hats off to you my brother.. wow.. that saved me a LOT of frustration.. haha
What year and model is the mower in the video. As in pony,horse,thoroughbred,etc, etc
This mower was a 1998, I cannot remember the model
It took me a 12 pack to do this but I got er done 😂 Thanks
Thank you very much!!! Just saved me from having to take it to a shop
just watched others fiddle freeking around underneath to change that bushing I think I will do it your way LOL
Perfect video! This helped me tremendously! Thank you!!
Mine had the teeth worn down on the opposing gear. I filled (welded) and filed new teeth, and it works again :D In case you're wondering, literally everything, including the motor has to be moved to get that gear off!.
THANK YOU - this was so helpful!
Str-8 to the point..........love it thanx ...Man.
Thank you so much
You save me on buying another 🚜
Outstanding video. Very helpful.
Is the fix the same for the 30" Troy Bilt. Inlaws have the same issue with the steering on the 30" mower and ask me to look into it but they live 1 hr away from me so I would pay a few dollars for the part before I go to try and fix it
I cannot say for sure that its the problem for that mower, but if the issue is the same I would say that this is a good place to start.
Thank You Brother...saved me
Nice - Thank you - - - I believe this is my issue. Craftsman LT2000 (similar)
Thanks mtd for making such a crappy, cheap plastic bushing that should have been metal. Having to rethink my next mower. They build these in town that I live in. This is not the first cheap made problem.
Mtd manufactures nearly every mower brand until you get to really high end mowers above Husqvarna and cub cadet. Even dewalts are made by mtd I think, know box store John Deere used to be not sure if they still are or not.
I've actually had very good luck with Murray's which were also mtds, abused the hell out of em and a couple are still going although one needs a deck rebuild and new steering shaft currently. All Murray's I used lasted much longer than the John Deere and crappy Husqvarna which had that shitty hydrostatic transmission I've used.
Sad now that it's nearly impossible to buy a 42"+ mower that doesn't have that shitfest hydrostat system.
What year is this mower? I have the same one but cant find what year it is
I believe this mower was a 1999 model
Thanks
Thank you. It worked!
I have had the same problems
THANK YOU!!!!!!
great video, just add grease
Mines a 2018 and looks nothing that and doesn't have a nut looks like a torx.
Troy Bilt makes junk these days. Even their string trimmers fall apart after a season or two. Not my money.
Absolutely, I have spent at least twice the original price of my 2013 Bronco Mower in repairs. From year one, something would break on it just about every time I had to mow. You know a working man though, try to save money cause ya just don't have it to spend. Yep, shoulda bought a Kubota or something like that to begin with.
They got this new thing. They call it grease
Why can't you just rotate the old bushing 180 degrees and double its life-span?
You could rotate the bushing 180 degrees and put it back and and possibly get a few more mows out of it, but the fact is that they do not all wear out the same way and the mower may end up with the same problem right away. If you are going through the effort to remove and rotate the bushing, you may as well spend a couple dollars and be done with the problem completely.
he heee just put a rope on each front wheel like a horse pull one side or the other GOOD TO GO lmao There like a car get 100 k miles on em time to get rid of it
What a crappy design, there should be a bearing there or greaseable sleeve ,not plastic junk
Plastic…………………………