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This authentic component is specially designed for MTD riding lawn mowers and garden tractors. It is supplied directly from the original equipment manufacturer. The ball joint is an important part of the steering mechanism. Over time it may wear out or get damaged eventually requiring a replacement to keep your unit functioning properly. Please make sure to refer to the appropriate diagrams of your model for the correct application of this part. Keep in mind this high-quality ball joint is made of durable metal with a rubber component and is sold as an individual item. You need a screwdriver and a wrench set to take apart the housing and perform this repair.
Joint Assy-ball 923-3018
OEM part for: MTD, Yard Machines, Bolens, Yard Man, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, Cub Cadet, Husky
Part Number: 923-3018
$17.85
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This Joint Assy-ball will fit the following 15056 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
MTD
Yard Machines
Bolens
Yard Man
Craftsman
Troy-Bilt
Cub Cadet
85 (0340023U, 0340025U, 0340026U, 0340029U, 03400) (1975 & Since) Cadet & 86 Riding Mower 32-In Deck
Husky
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Tractor Parts
- Lawn Mower Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: IH-392594-R1, 723-3018P, 7233018, 723-3018
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Got parts in good time looks like correct parts
Have not installed Ball Joint yet looks like correct one ,will be installing later
Guest -
August 7, 2021
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easy repair
Perfect part to replace a worn out part
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November 18, 2020
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Mower steering restored
Found the right part, arrived on time, working great. Not sure if it will last 24 years like the original, but we're off to a good start.
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September 28, 2020
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Right part
fit perfectly
Richard -
July 3, 2020
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perfect
excellent service , quick delivery , part exactly right , repair was a piece of cake . tractor steers like new .
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June 29, 2020
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PERFECTION
I needed a part for an 80's HECHINGER lawn tractor and found your website. You had the exact replacement part (steering arm ball joint) which arrived quickly, and I was able to install within 10 minutes. I am so happy to have this tractor running again, and I am really glad I found YOU!
Thank you so much!
Jim
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July 2, 2019
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best parts
these are very good parts and fit as expected.
david -
May 12, 2019
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Great
Exactly the right part in a timely fashion. Thanks for your help.
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July 21, 2020
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Dissatisfied purchase
Wrong part. Part did not fit. I had to purchase locally and in doing so found a great parts store that is slightly more exoensive but I get the part the same day.
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October 11, 2019
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Ball joint worn
Alan - May 22, 2016
👍 11 of 13 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Remove the front wheel, then remove the the ball joint from the axle by removing the nut and washer. Then thread the ball joint from the tie rod. Install the new ball joint to the tie rod. Lining it up so it will slip right into the axle. Place the washer on, then tighten the nut. Then reinstall the wheel assembly.
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broke steering ball joint
Wayne - April 19, 2020
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, bench vice
Parts Used
Had to remove steering rod, clamp down steering rod, remove ball joint ,and replace with new one.
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One threads was wrong.
Joe - September 13, 2019
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Hard
Time
More than 2 hours
Tools Used
Pliers, Power Drill, Socket set, Adjustable Wrench, Tap and drill
Parts Used
One of the threads was wrong. Had to drill and re tap.
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Blade would not stop. Ball joint needed to be replaced.
gayland - April 28, 2017
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Took off the old parts and replaced.
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Steering joint wore out
Andrew - February 28, 2017
👍 2 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set, Drill and tap
Parts Used
1. Remove old joint
2.Try to install new part.
3 Found that new part had different size threads.
4. Drilled and re-threaded to correct size.
5. Installed and tractor now works great.
2.Try to install new part.
3 Found that new part had different size threads.
4. Drilled and re-threaded to correct size.
5. Installed and tractor now works great.
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Ball fell out of the joint ( Age)
Paul - June 27, 2018
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Vise grips
Parts Used
Unscrew the old ball joint , and screw in the new. Make sure the wheels are straight.
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Steering was too loose.
donald - April 3, 2017
👍 0 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set, Nutdriver
Removed the old parts and replaced with the new parts. Diagram made it easy to get the right parts.
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