Easy
15-30 minutes
This authentic item is supplied directly from the original equipment manufacturer for use with ride mowers made by Husqvarna, Poulan, Weed Eater, and Jonsered. The idler arm attaches to the mower housing and the belt guard. When replacing this part a socket set might be required during the installation process. The arm is made out of metal and will need to be replaced if it cracks or breaks. This item is priced individually.
Arm-idler 531169401
OEM part for: Husqvarna, Poulan, Weed Eater, Craftsman, Jonsered
Part Number: 531169401
$4.99
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This Arm-idler will fit the following 647 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Husqvarna
Poulan
Weed Eater
Craftsman
Jonsered
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Mower Parts
- Lawn Tractor Parts
- Trimmer Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 197249, 532197249
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Great value for the money, fast shipping,
Right part, it fit perfectly
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October 5, 2019
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Part was not made correctly.
The part was delivered on time. The part had two holes that were not taped and were suppose to be taped. After tapping the holes the part work fine.
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October 30, 2020
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Bought part Thru Another Supplier
I ordered the parts thru Replacement parts because they had a bracket I needed. The cable was more expensive than another site I went to, but they didn't have the bracket.
I purchased both parts here.
In the end it took 3 months to get my order because it was back ordered and although they didn't tell me until after I purchased the parts, that they didn't have it either.
As I said, it took 3 months to ship and mean while I was able to get the parts in hand from another vendor.
Not Impressed at all.
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January 31, 2023
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Got incorrect part
Ordered an idler arm and gave correct number. Got a nose roller not even close to correct.
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August 12, 2022
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The brakes on the mower deck were worn and the idler arm was not keeping belt tension
Shayne - March 29, 2024
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Anti seize and locktite
Removed the idler arm and tension springs and brakes replaced them
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Arm was worn through
Ricky - September 3, 2016
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Unbolted the idler arm and replaced with the new one. It would be advisable to order the cable also the hook on the end of the spring will be worn also.
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My mower deck was making a lot of noise. So I decided to replace the belt tensioner an a few other parts.
Victor - May 9, 2016
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Once you remove the mower deck from the lawn mower. You can plainly see where and how the parts are attached. Pretty easy
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