Parts for Craftsman 917276817: Steering Assembly Parts

This no grease mandrel assembly is the part that houses the shaft where the mower blade attaches. It is mounted to the deck of the mower by three bolts, which are sold separately. The mounting holes on the mandrel housing are not threaded, but the bolts used to secure the mandrel to the deck are self-tapping. If the lawnmower is no longer providing an even cut, there may be a problem with the mandrel assembly. A broken or damaged mandrel assembly can severely reduce the mower's cutting performance. Replace it as soon as possible. The mandrel shaft goes through the deck, and the pulleys are attached to them, then the belt that drives the mandrels is placed in the pulleys. A spacer must be installed under the pulley. Failing to use a spacer or installing it on top of the pulley will result in damage to the shaft and pulley. This mandrel assembly is compatible with Ariens, Craftsman, Husqvarna, Poulan, and Weed Eater lawn mower models. It is an OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer and is sold individually. The mandrel assembly includes a housing, shaft assembly, bearing, and nut only; the pulley/washer and blade bolt/washers are not included.

This split lock 3/8 washer can be used in a variety of lawn and garden tools. It functions as a component that prevents nuts and bolts from loosening due to vibration when a tool is in use. It’s a split ring with a helical shape, and when fastened together, it exerts a force on the fastener for resistance to motion and increased friction. Typically, this washer is attached on the nut side of a fastener. Over time, the split lock 3/8 washer can start to wear, degrade, or fall apart. This leads to a need for replacement in order to keep the other tool components in the best shape. A flathead screwdriver can be used to pry the washer loose from the bottom or from the split in the washer. Tools needed might include ratchets, wrenches, and a screwdriver. This is a genuine OEM washer known as a 3/8 lock or 3/8 split lock washer and comes as an individual item. It’s gold in color and made out of metal. It can be used for lawnmowers, snowblowers, string trimmers, tillers, wood chippers, and edgers by Husqvarna, Craftsman, Ryobi, Poulan, Weed Eater, Ariens, Murray, and Dixon.