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?This is an authentic Craftsman replacement part, sourced from the original manufacturer for use with riding lawnmowers. The metal spindle assembly is used to link the left side front wheel to the rest of the steering assembly. This left-side spindle assembly is available as an individual replacement part.
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Hello James, thank you for writing. Yes, the number Right Hand Spindle 596873701 you had chosen is compatible with your model. We also have the Left Hand Spindle 596873601. 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.
Hello Jesse, 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: 596873701 for the Right Side Spindle and Part Number: 596873601 for the Left Side Spindle. We hope this helps, good luck with this repair!
Hi Manuel, Thank you for your question. There is both a left and right spindle listed for your riding mower. The part number listed under your model number for the left-hand spindle is 596873601. The part number listed for the right-hand spindle is 596873701. If you need help placing an order for them, customer service is open 7 days a week and anyone will be happy to assist you. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hi Mary, Thank you for your question. If your lawn tractor loses steering when the front wheels get uneven, there are some parts that you will need to check to see which one is causing the issue. We recommend checking the bearings, the gears, the shafts, the spindles, the washers, the bushings and the linkages. We have included a link from our website that you may reference on how to check these parts, https://www.ereplacementparts.com/repair-center/lawn-equipment/lawn-tractor/won't-steer-correctly/. Once you have determined the part you need, please call customer service. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hello Robert, thank you for the question. Yes we have the Right-Side Spindle Assembly is part 596873701 and the Left -Side Spindle Assembly is part 596873601. 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.
Customer Repair Instructions
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Spindle arms had broken
KAREN from RICHMOND, Kentucky
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Front Spindles had worn due to lack of grease
Mike from Billings, Montana
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Wrench set
Use open end wrenches to remove nut connecting steering arm to spindle.
Remove spring clip at top of old spindle (under grease cap)
Slid old spindle out-new one in.
Reverse all steps above to finish
Spot welds on inside of both front axles broke , letting the front tires to wander out of place and allowing grease to come out of wheel bearings
Dan from HAMILTON, Ohio
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Socket set
Toe out excessive on front wheels
David from Hillsboro, Ohio
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Socket set
Remove the nut and washer from the drag link
Remove the cap, e-ring and washer from the axle
Slide out the spindle
Remember the thrust washer between the spindle and axle, and the washer between the spindle and wheel.
Reverse the order of disassembly
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Damaged part.
Leroy from Houston, Missouri
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable)
- Parts Used:
- 596873601
2. Removed the old spindle.
3. Attached the new one.
4. Reassembled.
bent drive shafts
Daniel from WARREN, Ohio
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Lawn Tractor front-end was damaged.
Bernard from Kalamazoo, Michigan
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Removed axle.
Replaced axle and installed new washers and new spindles.
Secured with new clips and reinstalled steering arms and tires.
Axles bent metal was too thin and weak would not steer straight after a lot of use
Bud from Port st Lucie, Florida
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 30 - 60 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set
2. Removed tires
3. Removed exhaust
4. Removed hood
5. Removed axle and bolt
6. Reinstall
Damaged and worn bearing and spindle due to lack of grease
Matt from Alexandria, Minnesota
- Difficulty Level:
- A Bit Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- 1- 2 hours
- Tools:
- Wrench set
Removed wheel.
Removed spindle.
Punched out bearings.
Installed bearings.
Greased wheel bearing - zerk on inside so grease before putting on.
Installed spindle and greased.
Remounted wheel.
Front wheels not parallel.
Donald from Peculiar, Missouri
- Difficulty Level:
- Difficult
- Total Repair Time:
- More than 2 hours
- Tools:
- Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench set
Found out that the front axle had been pushed back on the left side. Corrected the problem by realigning the U shaped slot that the axle slides up and down in.
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Model Cross Reference
Manufacturer Part Number: 596873601
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|---|---|---|
| Husqvarna | 1538 | Lawn Tractor - Ride Mower |
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