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30-60 minutes
This authentic manufacturer-sourced part is specially designed for use with Poulan, Ryobi and Husqvarna riding lawn mowers and garden tractors. It helps to distribute the pressure evenly to ensure a tight seal between connected components. Please make sure to refer to the appropriate diagrams of your model for the correct location and application of this hardware. Keep in mind this high-quality washer is made of durable material and is sold individually.
Washer Hardened 532178515
OEM part for: Husqvarna, Poulan, Ryobi, Craftsman, Weed Eater, Jonsered
Part Number: 532178515
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This Washer Hardened will fit the following 3053 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
Poulan
Ryobi
Husqvarna
Weed Eater
Craftsman
Jonsered
Show More Compatible ModelsThis item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Tractor Parts
- Lawn Mower Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 5321339-43, 532133943, 178515, 133943
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Blades would not dis-engage, engine had to be turned off and manually dis-engage.
Jimmy - March 27, 2016
👍 3 of 3 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set
I removed deck from mower so I could see moving parts better. I am 73 years young and laying on my side looking under mower was not my cup of tea. Upon removing deck I could see the results of 11 years of use. The parts were worn extremely bad and were hanging up and not releasing the Idler pulley when moving lever to dis-engage blades. I should have ordered 2 Arm assembly Pad Brake but as it turned out one was not worn as bad as the other. The job was relatively easy. Just removed spring tensions first and laid them aside. Proceeded to remove nuts from carriage bolt. Put new parts on and put deck under mower. Mowed an acre of grass and had no problems. On a parts quality note..... The Arm Assembly pad Brake has a bolt on end that has a roller on it that is used in the disengage mode. On the original arm it was a thru bolt with nylon lock nut. The new one is just pressed in and I think it should have been spot welded where it come thru the arm. Only time will tell. If a person has a welding machine I would highly recommend putting a spot weld there as that bolt at times will have a lot of pressure on it as it slides around the edge of idler arm.
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Idler pulley siezed up
John - September 18, 2022
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
The day before heading out of town on business the idler pulley seized up. I dropped the 54" mower deck and confirmed the problem. I ordered the parts which arrived the day I got home from my trip. The parts all went together as planned and with a new belt that I already had on hand I was back in business. I was happy I could "get cutting" sooner than later, especially the way my grass is growing this year. Thank you
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Idler pully bolt came loss and was missing
TIM - August 26, 2021
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
removed pully, washer and replaced each with new bolt and nut
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Replaced stationary idler pulley and pully idler on rider mower deck
John - May 14, 2021
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
1. removed the mower deck
2. removed the 2 damaged pullies using a socket set and a wrench
3. installed the 2 new pullies using a socket set and a wrench
4. reinstalled mower deck to rider mower
5. started mowing.........and all went well!
2. removed the 2 damaged pullies using a socket set and a wrench
3. installed the 2 new pullies using a socket set and a wrench
4. reinstalled mower deck to rider mower
5. started mowing.........and all went well!
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Pulley bearing went out
Donell - May 7, 2021
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, None
It was easy just pull the mower deck and replace parts
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Mandrel pulley got loose and rounded out the internal shaft hole, threw pulley off balance, whicn in turn, caused mower deck to uncontrollably shake, with excessive noise.
JOHN - May 9, 2019
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Adjustable Wrench
Removed and replaced Pulley, Washers.
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Stationary idler pulley bearing failed (melted) and mower deck drive belt came off.
Ralph - June 24, 2018
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Hard
Time
More than 2 hours
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
- Washer, 13/32 X 1 X 1/2.11guar - 596135501
- Bolt - 596136301
- Flat Idler Pulley - 532194327
- V-groove Idler Pulley - 532194326
- Spacer Retainer - 532194321
- Belt Drive Deck - 593773401
- Washer Hardened - 532178515
- Pulley Idler - 532196106
- Hex Flange Locknut - 532409149
- Bolt - 596435101
- Bolt 3/8-16 X 1-1/2 Gr. 5 - 596136101
- Pulley - 532177968
- Stationary Idler Pulley - 532196104
1. Separated mower deck from lawn tractor and cleaned both units thoroughly.
2. Removed and replaced tractor mounted idler pulleys, since bearings were noisy.
3. Disassembled mower deck - opted to overhaul blade tower supports (3) to clean and renew lubrication. RECOMMEND REPLACING THESE PARTS AS A UNIT, instead of overhaul.
4. Bearing failure had caused hole in deck-mounted pivot support bracket for belt tensioner to become elongated - opted to do nothing at this time.
5. Replacement pulley on pivot support was not sized to accept 7/16" dia bolt!!! Hardened spacer washer hole was too small as well. Re purposed another bolt from the ordered parts, and added washers as necessary to allow pulley to track properly without binding against the tensioner arm.
6. Removed and replaced other pulleys and hardware (these replacement parts were identical to the removed ones).
7. Installed new belt as per diagram on belt slip cover.
8. Reinstalled mower deck underneath the lawn tractor.
Works great!
2. Removed and replaced tractor mounted idler pulleys, since bearings were noisy.
3. Disassembled mower deck - opted to overhaul blade tower supports (3) to clean and renew lubrication. RECOMMEND REPLACING THESE PARTS AS A UNIT, instead of overhaul.
4. Bearing failure had caused hole in deck-mounted pivot support bracket for belt tensioner to become elongated - opted to do nothing at this time.
5. Replacement pulley on pivot support was not sized to accept 7/16" dia bolt!!! Hardened spacer washer hole was too small as well. Re purposed another bolt from the ordered parts, and added washers as necessary to allow pulley to track properly without binding against the tensioner arm.
6. Removed and replaced other pulleys and hardware (these replacement parts were identical to the removed ones).
7. Installed new belt as per diagram on belt slip cover.
8. Reinstalled mower deck underneath the lawn tractor.
Works great!
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Pulley broke on cutting deck
Richard - November 15, 2015
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Medium
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set
Use manual to make repairs. Good instruction.
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