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Pulley 587973001

Manufactured by:
Husqvarna
ERP Number:
ERP11824877
Part Number:
587973001
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This item is sourced directly from the original equipment manufacturer. It is specially designed for use with Husqvarna riding lawn mowers. The idler pulley helps to apply tension on the belt. Over time it may wear out or get damaged eventually requiring a replacement. It includes one durable plastic pulley with a metal ball bearing. Check the diagrams of your model for the exact location and the correct installation of this part. You will need a wrench to remove and secure the hardware that holds the idler pulley.

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This part works with the following brands:
  • Husqvarna
  • Craftsman
  • Jonsered
  • Poulan
This part works with the following products:
  • Lawn Mower
  • Lawn Tractor
Part# 587973001 replaces these:
  • 581904001
  • 587973001

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My awe has lot of play. I shorten cable that helped but think need new belt and pulleys. Wondering cost mowers 10yr old if cost too much in parts buy new one. Thanks
Chuck For model number 675awd - December 7, 2022

Hello Chuck, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number: 587973001 and Part Number: 586963002 for the Pulleys and Part Number: 580364610 for the Belt. We hope this helps, good luck with this repair!

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Is all 3 idle Pulleys the same need all 3
Herbie For model number HU625AWD - May 11, 2023

Hello Herbie, Thank you for the question. The two Transmission Pulleys are Part Number: 586963002 and sold individually. The Belt Pulley is Part Number:587973001. We hope this helps!

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IS THIS THE REPLACEMENT IDLER PULLY FOR THE HU800AWDH 2016?
John For model number HU800AWDH - March 30, 2022

Hello John, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number:587973001. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!

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Are all the pulleys on this model the same or is the right front one different?
Shirley For model number L221A - December 7, 2022

Hello Shirley, Thank you for the question. This model shows a Idler Pulley Part Number: 587969201. Right Front Pulley Part Number: 587973001 and the Transmission Pulley Part Number: 586963002. We hope this helps!

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Wheels would no longer self-propel.

Gene from Madison, Alabama

11 of 11 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Parts Used:
580364610, 587973001, 580365301
1. Removed all wheels.
2. Removed all plastic covers and housings for access to drive components.
3. Cleaned 5 pounds of mud/grass from inside front drive upper and lower covers.
4. Ground heavy rust from drive surfaces of front transmission pulley.
5. Replaced idler pulley which had a frozen bearing and belt burn damage.
6. Replaced belt.
7. Lubricated wheels, transmission axle bearings, and height adjusters.
8. Sharpened blade.
9. Reassembled and replaced the badly worn front left the wheel.
10. Adjusted drive control cable.
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Drive belt was worn, and one of the drive pulleys was damaged

MICHAEL from ROCKY POINT, North Carolina

4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
Parts Used:
580364610, 587973001
1) Remove the front plasticcover from the top of the mower deck & the bottom plastic cover from under the deck
2)I Removed the old belt using a screw driver, then installed the new belt.
3)After I installed the belt, I removed the damaged pulley from the center of the drive mechanism under the deck, and replaced it.
4)Re assembled the mower and tested successfully

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front transmission failed

Carlton from Kissimmee, Florida

3 of 3 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Wrench set
Parts Used:
580364610, 587973001
Removed transmission and replaced with new.
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Power drive not working

Karl from GIRDWOOD, Alaska

2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
Parts Used:
580364609, 587973001, 587969201
Disassembled the lower cowlings, removed front drive axle on one side, removed rear belt securing flange, installed belt, pulleyGÇÖs the reassemble unit
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1 pulley broke. 2 weeks earlier I replaced self-propel cable. not knowing pulley was probably fractured. It broke so I decided to replace belt, pulley and rear skirt.

James from ROME, Georgia

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
Parts Used:
580364610, 587973001, 532444501
Ordered parts. Arrived in 5 days. Removed blade removed cover over pulley and belt. Installed all new parts and adjusted self-propel cable. Runs like a new mower.
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Self-propel was not working

Christopher from Arlington, Tennessee

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
More than 2 hours
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Removed and replaced pulleys, drive belt and controller. Still having a problem with reinstall of brake reset spring. Have searched high and low for diagram, instructions, video, etc. to show how to reinstall the spring. Absolutely nothing for my model relating to reinstallation of the brake reset spring. Dozens of videos for most any other repair.
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4 wheel drive pulleys frozen and drive belt worn

Leonard from Morgan City, Louisiana

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
580364610, 587973001
1) Removed belt guard
2) Removed old pulleys with socket drive
3) Removed rear plastic grass chute
4) Removed side cast aluminum part
5) Removed front plastic cover
6) Removed rear wheel gearbox pulley drive belt guard
7) Removed drive cable from gearbox
8) Removed belt
9) Replaced 3 frozen pulleys and belt
10) Re-installed parts in reverse order
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Pulley broke cutting belt

George from VENICE, Florida

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Parts Used:
580364610, 587973001
Removed front and rear drive covers
Removed remaining part of broken pulley
Installed new drive belt
Installed new pulley
Reassembled mower
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Fixed my lawnmower, then fixed my neighbors with the same issue!

Karl from Girdwood, Alaska

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Screw drivers, Socket set
Parts Used:
587973001
Pulleys and belt replacement
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Pulley bearings frozen

Robert from Florence, South Carolina

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Wrench set
Parts Used:
587973001
Removed grass shield from bottom of mower - removed bolt from bad pulley - installed new pulley - installed bolt - reinstalled grass shield
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Model Cross Reference

This part works with the following models:
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Manufacturer Part Number: 587973001
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