Craftsman R110 Steering Problem DIY Step by Step fix! Save money!

This is a video of a fix I did on my own that will last you a long time! This fix will not require you to purchase any parts. You can do this on your own with the help of my video. Simple adjustment that I came up with. You will not experience any more bad turn or slipping of the steering wheel.

[@benrollins1817]

Used your fix today and it's like brand new. Took about 30 minutes. I removed the front tires which gave me better access. Thank you sir for the video.

[@rjguess]

Great!! It should last for a long time! Mine is still working great to this day. I’m sure someday I’ll have to get brand new parts. But not anytime soon. Thank you for watching my video!!! I really appreciate you!

[@randy_jmazure5671]

TY so much, this is happening to my father's R110. I must say I envy your touch on the bending of the metal piece with your precision strikes. I doubt I'll get that lucky ;-)!

[@rjguess]

I appreciate your kind words! I have faith that you will be able to do this with precision and excellence! Thanks for watching!

[@donniegordon4301]

I had the same exact issue with the same craftsman. I just finished it up a few hours ago. Your fix worked perfectly for me. Thanks for the information

[@rjguess]

Awesome. Good news. My fix is still working great to this day.

[@hdfxrs9121]

Great video, thanks! I thought I was going to have to drill new holes to relocate the bracket, so I'm glad I found your video. Your video was also well done. Thanks again.

[@rjguess]

I appreciate you. Thank you! I’m glad my video helped you out.

[@robm7543]

My mower is not even a year old and the drive tires are flopping where ever they want, just bend that piece up in the back! That was a very good video, you explained the problem and the fix well as a plus you didn't waste a lot of time explaining how to do it! Thanks.

[@rjguess]

Thank you! I’m glad my video helped you.

[@Sksmith74]

Had the same issue with the R140. This fix worked perfectly. The only difference is unplugging/plugging the headlight. Thank you!

[@rjguess]

Awesome! You are very welcome. Thanks for watching.

[@bridgetv68]

Thank You Sir! The world needs more helpful guys like you.

[@rjguess]

Thank you so much for your kind comment! I appreciate that. I’m glad my video helped you!! Thanks for watching.

[@rickeywilliams5784]

Just fixed my steering, actually tighter than new, works great. Thanks

[@rjguess]

Awesome! Thanks for watching my video.

[@nnnaade]

You can also just wrap some zip ties around the housing to remove the slop in the plastic slide. The housing has 2 convenient slots the perfect size for a zip tie to fit and tighten everything up nicely.

[@rjguess]

Thanks. You should make a video of that and share it. Seriously!

[@MannyG32968]

@Michael Keefer I'd like to see that video myself!

[@rogermoreau8834]

I passed a piece of coat hanger behind the rack to push the teeth towards the pinion gear and adding a dab of grease for a quick fix.

[@antoniyannuli5677]

Same, can one of you make the video please?

[@chrisdipasquale9101]

You could also place a shim in there that could accomplish same thing

[@rudyroberts3096]

Excellent presentation! worked like a charm. thank you for posting.

[@rjguess]

Great! Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@genevisneski7708]

Great video! Very informative, easy to understand, and has excellent camera coverage of it all. Mine is a Troy-Built but basically, the same thing, bought mine in 2012. I will be doing this to mine one day real soon, video is much appreciated, thank you!

[@rjguess]

Thank you very much! I appreciate your kind words. I’m glad the camera angles were good. That is one thing I cannot stand in videos like this…shaky cameras and bad viewing angles. I hope you accomplish your task!

[@garyshepp1766]

I have replaced the gears on my Cub Cadet twice. Thank you for the right repair to this problem!!

[@rjguess]

You are welcome. Add a little grease to the gears. I didn’t in the video. It will help the steering become even smoother. Plus last a lot longer. Mine is still working perfect to this very day! Thanks for watching.

[@wanda2136]

Your video has been so helpful for me, I'm going to do just what you did and grease my parts as well. My steering has a lot of play in it. Thanks!!

[@rjguess]

Thank you! I pray you are successful! It will work for a long time!

[@user-hm2hz7gj4c]

Thanks! Just finished following these instructions and steering is fixed!

[@rjguess]

Nice! Thanks for watching. The only thing I did not do in this video was add grease to the gears. It will help even more. Good thing is, it can be done without disassembling!

[@flygirl322]

This video is excellent! Thank you so much for sharing this content. I was able to fix the steering because of this. Much appreciated!!!

[@rjguess]

You are most welcome! I’m glad my video helped you. It will last a long time. Mine still works to this day.

[@bpassno]

I am so thankful for your video! It worked like a charm and sure enough I did have to get new cotter pins but it was only $.90! Also my mower didn’t have the black plastic pieces… just metal on metal but it still worked. Thanks again!

[@rjguess]

You are welcome. I’m glad my video helped you!!! Thanks for watching.

[@larrycromley4254]

I did this, now it works great ! Thank you so much !

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome. Thanks for watching my video.

[@paulhamilton9411]

man I followed this video to the T and it worked just like you said it would!! Thanks!

[@rjguess]

Awesome. Thank you for watching. I’m glad it help. Mine is still running strong. No issues at all after this fix. A little grease will help it last even longer.

[@michaeldstender]

You just saved me. Did this last night, HUGE change. Now I just need to replace the carburetor

[@rjguess]

Awesome! I could make video on that. Not sure when I can get to it. But hopefully soon. I’m glad this helped you. Mine is still working good to this very day. But eventually I will have to replace it with brand new parts. But if I do get brand new parts. I’ll make sure it’s snug like what I did in the video.

[@JoeHill-os5kw]

Great video! To the point, no idle conversation. Nice.

[@rjguess]

Thank you very much! I appreciate your comment. Thanks for watching!!

[@lindaclyman1031]

Wow, thank you so much for sharing this information. I just had my craftsman steering do exactly what happened to yours. I fixed it yesterday following your instructions and it is running perfectly now. The hardest part to the repair, was getting out the cotter pin, glad you said to buy a new one before you get started, as I did need it.

[@rjguess]

Great! Glad my video helped. The only thing I did not do in this video that will help the repair last much longer, was putting a little grease on the gears. That can be done at any time. Thanks for watching and commenting!!

[@jjpac2011]

Just got my new craftsman R110. Well done instructional video. I'm a subscriber.

[@rjguess]

Thank you! I appreciate your support to my channel!

[@KevinEvansFamily]

I have a Poulan Pro 301 that had the same problem. That plastic part wears out, but was no longer available. For the sake of time, I shimmed it forward after reading the comments. This worked great, but yours is a much better long term fix that I will do at another time. One of the best repair videos I’ve be ever seen. Great job!

[@rjguess]

Thank you sir. The only thing I lacked to do was grease the gears in the video. This repair job is working beautifully to this very day! I appreciate your watch time and comment!

[@jmac315]

This worked like a charm, thank you! Great job.

[@rjguess]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching. Glad my video helped you out.

[@cavemanusg]

Worked great! Thanks for the information! I put a little hot melt glue around the shoulder bolts after removing the pinion gear assembly. That way I didn’t have to remove the upper housing.

[@rjguess]

Good idea! Thanks for watching!

[@dougbateman6613]

Perfect video! That fixed my steering problem and helped me a lot. Thank you very much.

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome! Thank you for watching. It should last a long time. Mine is still working great to this day.

[@dougbateman6613]

@@rjguess I did put some grease on mine just for good measure. It's not a very robust design by any means!

[@rjguess]

@@dougbateman6613 I did the same thing after someone mentioned it in the comments. It helps a lot.

[@TA-vj8ex]

Thank you so much for this video. I just had my R110 delivered Monday. If I ever need to fix it, you have taught me so much. I did buy extra steering wheel rack kits and have them on hand if I need to replace those too. I really appreciate this great information/ video you made to help others. You’re the Best. Thanks again.

[@rjguess]

Thank you for your kind words! I appreciate you watching my video. I have other videos on this mower. If you ever need them. Just check out the other videos! Thanks again!

[@paulceresa5616]

One of the best, most instructive and comprehensive videos I’ve ever seen. Thank you !

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome. I know I did not do it in this video. Add a little grease to the gears. It helps even more. Mine is working like new to this very day!

[@MannyG32968]

Outstanding video. I wondered how you could do this! Great job!

[@rjguess]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching and leaving a comment.

[@MannyG32968]

@@rjguess Hey question I did repair mine according to your instructions but now my steering is REALLY hard both right and left. I wonder if I tightened it too tight?

[@rjguess]

@@MannyG32968 yes, most likely too tight. Try greasing the gears. If that doesn’t help, you might need to readjust it a little.

[@winstonrodriguez9722]

Great! Life saver fix. Thank you for sharing. The mower is running like new again.

[@rjguess]

Awesome. Nice work my friend! Thanks for watching.

[@playboy4life18]

Very Detailed Video!!! Thank you so much!!!!

[@rjguess]

You are welcome. Thank you for your comment.

[@JamesBrown-rz1vj]

My man!! I had already welded up the teeth to make them taller before seeing this video. So now, this thing is SOLID!! Much appreciated bro!! 💯💪

[@rjguess]

Nice! You are most welcome. Thanks for watching. I appreciate it! I’m glad you got the steering fixed! It will last a long time. Mine is still good to this day.

[@Patriottoo2]

Kudos to you for an easy fix and superior video production. It's, always, great to see re-engineers solve a problem. I just bought a Craftsman R110, and noticed loose steering right away... will R&R steering gear at first opportunity to correct the slop.

[@rjguess]

I appreciate your comment. Thank you! Thank you for watching my video as well. It is always good to have videos like mine out there to see. I sat and stared at the steering mechanism of this mower for over an hour. The fix I shared came to me! It works well. Mine, to this day works great!!

[@reymartinez1809]

Excellent video , thank you for posting !!!

[@rjguess]

Thanks for watching. I appreciate it!

[@jeremyahagan]

I've got exactly the same issue. This video is great!. I really like how you didn't skip any steps and explained everything.

[@rjguess]

Thank you very much! I appreciate your comment and watch time. This fix will last you a long time. Mine still works excellent to this day. One thing I did not do in the video was add some grease to the gear and movable parts. This will help the fix last even longer.

[@jeremyahagan]

@@rjguess In my case it is a Rover Mini Rider, but almost the same machine. My steering rack did have a lot of play and your video gave me the confidence to disassemble it. I have found a couple of badly worn teeth in the rack too, so will have to order a replacement. My rack doesn't have that bit of plastic. The hardest part about the whole job was getting the cotter pins out!

[@rjguess]

@@jeremyahagan yes, those cotter pins are a pain! I’m glad my video helped you out!!

[@jimmymillsap9601]

Thanks! This really helped me fix my mower.

[@rjguess]

Awesome!

[@reginaduncan3714]

I am going to do this tomorrow, this will be the second time it was replace about 2 years ago . Got the part today am going to grease the teeth and pinon also my mower is a Murray got from Wal - Mart 2013 . I hope this one stays working this time . Thank You for the video.

[@rjguess]

Thank you for watching. I hope you accomplish this! Anyone can do this. You got this. Thanks for watching.

[@Bassman2344]

I really needed this video, THANKS!!!

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome. Glad it helped you.

[@thebestofthemall55]

Great vid! My dad bought this mower a couple of years ago. I've been the sole operator of this mower and it has been a struggle. I've sworn that this mower was junk because of the steering problems. My mower does the same thing and recently I've had to steer by pushing the wheels in the direction I want to go. Definitely doing this fix before my next mow. FYI to any other R110 owners if u need a quick steering fix before doing this, I've learned the mower turns better in reverse than forward. In case you need a tip to finish a certain part of the lawn before doing this fix.

[@rjguess]

Thanks for watching. I hope you accomplish this fix!

[@theruzzmon1066]

Thanks brother, your video was a great help.

[@rjguess]

Glad I help you! Thanks for watching my friend. I appreciate the support.

[@04DynaGlyde]

Thank you, I'm certainly going to try this by the weekend.

[@rjguess]

You are welcome! I hope you get the job accomplished. Mine still works to the day!!

[@tullyontherocks]

The wheelie popping death kart steers once more! Thanks Mang!

[@rjguess]

lol! Thanks for watching!

[@tullyontherocks]

@@rjguess You're welcome, actually having a turning radius of less than 15 feet rocks, so thank you, once more. Now, with a rudimentary IRS and about 10 more HP... mowing would be more like a shifter kart track day, Baja style. (ain't a lick of level ground on my mostly wooded 20). Wrong mower, but the physical challenge and shear insanity is tremendous fun. The square, hard frame 1969 mini bike... of riders!

[@rjguess]

@@tullyontherocks love it! 😂

[@jimmyshehan3986]

I fix mine by watching your video took care of it thanks for shareing

[@rjguess]

Thank you for watching! Glad my video helped you out!

[@MotherFynest]

I appreciate your video. Nice watch band. 😊

[@rjguess]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching and commenting kindly! Have a blessed life!

[@bennyadcock3407]

Hey man, thanks to you I made that repair to my mower! I did remove the wheels for convenience though. Just saying thanks! Benny

[@rjguess]

Awesome! I appreciate you watching and commenting. Glad you got it fixed. Mine is working great to this very day!!

[@user-mq7gm7ou4i]

I used to video to replace the entire kit. Kit cost me $35. Could not have done it without your video. Thank you would have cost me more just to transport my lawn mower to the repair shop.

[@rjguess]

Good to read this! Glad my video helped with a replacement job as well! Thank you for commenting and watching!

[@victordepatto5593]

I was just about to order the steering assembly on Amazon. Then I said to myself let me see if there is a way that I can do a fix without buying parts. Great video. Even if my gear plate and pinion are too worn they’re not expensive on Amazon- $15-$20 for the set. But I will definitely give this a go, thank you

[@rjguess]

Thanks for watching and commenting. My repair still works to this very day. No issues yet! Don’t forget to add some grease to the moving parts. I didn’t do it in this video. It helps make things a lot smoother and last even longer! I hope you are able to accomplish it.

[@divav9973]

Your video worked for us. Thank you!

[@rjguess]

Great news! Glad to read this! I thank you for watching.

[@rjguess]

Great news! Glad to read this! I thank you for watching.

[@SuperSusie48]

OMG thank you for posting this video, this is the second one of these mowers I’ve had with the same problem, first one I gave away and second one was getting ready to put in a garage sale, but the price of them has gone up so much I can’t afford a new one, so am going to try this fix, wish me luck🤪

[@rjguess]

I have confidence in you! You can do this repair. Yes, the price of these mowers is outrageous! My repair is still holding up very well to this day. Thanks for watching my video!

[@SuperSusie48]

I did it!! My husband helped me prop it up on blocks and while he went to get a new battery I followed your video step by step and it worked!! I’m pretty proud of myself not too bad for a 62 yr old grandma 🤣Thanks so much again, couldn’t have done it without you. New battery and steering fixed its like a brand new mower you saved me 1900$

[@rjguess]

@@SuperSusie48 💪🏻💪🏻. Great work! Glad my video helped you out!! I appreciate your comment and watch time. Have a blessed life!!

[@Typicalteenager]

Congrats on 5k subscribers

[@rjguess]

Thank you!!

[@JoeSerbu]

Thanks, was helpful. I used a 6 inch c clamp and was able to perform same fix without disassembling. The c clamp fix perfectly. I work both ends two times and in less than 10 minutes was done

[@rjguess]

Very good! Thanks for this information. Thank you for watching.

[@josephmarinello3369]

I bought a 6 inch C clamp for the quicker fix, but it seemed to be too big. Can you provide some video or info on how your worked the C clamp to perform the fix?

[@pablodiablo76pb]

Awesome video man, thanks.

[@rjguess]

You are most welcome. It’s a fix that will last a long time!

[@jeeploggernz2289]

Nice one bro, just got mine today (Rover Mini Rider 382), think I might just get on to this before it becomes an issue, excellent vid 👍 👏 👌

[@rjguess]

Good idea! Grease it up a little also. I know I didn’t in the video. But it will help even more.

[@jeeploggernz2289]

@rjguess1 awesome bro, will do thanks

[@rjguess]

@@jeeploggernz2289 you are welcome

[@vincentwashington7414]

Thank you for this share your a life saver.

[@rjguess]

You are most welcome. Thank you for watching!!

[@barrychambers2333]

Works perfect. Thanks a million

[@rjguess]

You are welcome. Grease the gears u a little. I did not in this video. It helps a little more. Mine is going strong to this day.

[@bennyadcock3407]

Thanks man I’ve got that problem with my mower!

[@rjguess]

Mine works great to this day! I hope you get yours fixed also! I appreciate you watching and commenting!!

[@kensmith9334]

great repair video!

[@rjguess]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching!

[@guilerd64]

I have the Craftsman R1000, likely an older version of your mower? I used your video to repair the same steering issue I was having. Thanks for sharing!

[@rjguess]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@novastar4757]

Great for my hubby lil longer pins... But a great fix... Much needed

[@rjguess]

Thanks for watching.

[@novastar4757]

Keep up the good job...And I did subscribe to your channel

[@rjguess]

@@novastar4757 thank you very much!!!

[@gregbaker312]

Nice work!!! I have one of these so...thanks!

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome.

[@richstelling7058]

Good fix, took care of my problem and took only 1/2 hour and free

[@rjguess]

Very good! Glad to read this. Late responding to this. My app did not notify me of your comment. Thank you for watching.

[@patriciahill9367]

Thank you. Saved me some $$

[@rjguess]

Awesome! Thanks for watching.

[@ronartz7201]

Great video! The only problem I had was getting one cotter pin out because of the way it was positioned. I had a concern as to which way the gear went back in. I either got lucky or it doesn't matter. If it doesn't matter it means you may be able to flip the gear if one side is worn or damaged. Also, to save a little work you only need to take one linkage rod off and you can leave the plastic part in but neither is a big deal. I can't imagine that you can bend the bracket without taking it out completely. It looks like it is 10 ga. steel. Half hour job - once you know what your doing.

[@rjguess]

Yes, it doesn’t matter what way that long flat gear goes in. Thanks for this comment. I’m sure others will read it and find it useful. I appreciate you watching and commenting.

[@dennissimmons1208]

Excellent video!thanks

[@rjguess]

Thank you! I appreciate you watching.

[@alpaulauskas3932]

Worked great. Thank you for the video. Just one hint, when taking off the cotter pins you may find it easier to take the front wheels off.

[@rjguess]

Good information. Thanks. I appreciate you watching. Glad my video helped you.

[@nunu4654]

Thanks just fixed mine 🎉🎉

[@rjguess]

You are welcome!!

[@davidp2216]

I have the Craftsman version of this MTD-built 30” rider, which appeared under different brand names including Troy-Bilt and Cub Cadet. Essentially, they are all the same mower. I bought mine new in the Spring of 2015, so as of Nov. 2022, I have used it for 8 seasons. From what I’ve read, my 2015 machine has the original version of that rack & pinion setup, which was the most prone to failure. I can see that the model in this video has the first revision meant to fix the wear in the steering. I guess they have revised it yet again with a better fix. - At any rate, I started my yearly preparation for storage this week, and today I cleaned and lubed the rack and pinion like I have every November of the past 7 seasons. - Despite all the complaints I’ve read about this problem, my steering is just a good as it was when new! Here is my take on how I might have prevented the issue. 1. I read my owner’s manual soon after the purchase, and looked at all maintenance instructions, including storage. In Ohio, our mowers get used from April into November or sometimes December. They get caked with plenty of dirt, grass, and mud. I used the manual faithfully to get ready for winter, and followed the instructions to keep that steering rack greased. 2. At the end of that first season, I went to re-grease that rack, but couldn’t without cleaning it first. It took forever and a can of carb cleaner & the garden hose. The grease on those exposed parts was full of gritty dirt, which isn’t a good thing. After a ton of work, I was a filthy mess, but that rack & pinion were clean and re-greased. 3. A year later: same gritty grease, same big cleanup, same filthy, greasy me. This went on for yet another year. 4. After the first few rounds of this torture, it became clear that GREASE WAS A PROBLEM because it held dirt. And that’s about the time I started to read message board complaints about terrible wear and tear. SO: I tried two procedures. 5. First, I started using dry lubricant after thoroughly cleaning the parts. I used a dry release Teflon spray, but graphite should also work. Do a search on “dry lubricants.” 6. Second, I have ALWAYS used the Deck Wash system after mowing. So the first thing I do is use the hose to wash out that rack after mowing. It takes a few extra seconds, and I just turn the wheels and spray up under the rack as best I can. I don’t lift the mower or disassemble anything. 7. Now, come November, I clean any excess dirt off the gear and rack with a parts brush and some WD-40. I imagine that a good detergent like 409 and water would do fine. Once dry- it gets dry lubed again, then off to the shed until Spring. Cleaning the steering is now a much smaller chore, and I stay clean! It’s time well spent. Like I said- my rack & pinion show NO unusual wear at all, and mine is the original (flawed?) design. I initially worried about the Teflon spray being as effective as grease. -Not worried anymore. If it fails in a year or two, I’ve still had better luck than a lot of people. Next Spring will be season 9 for this mower, which I have found to be very reliable so far.

[@YT_Watchers]

Good video - thank you!

[@rjguess]

You are welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@moloco68ing]

it worked!! thank you!!!

[@rjguess]

Very good! Thank you for watching!! It should last a long time.

[@enzok2749]

This is awesome! Thanks

[@rjguess]

You are most welcome!!!

[@FAFTGS]

Great quick DIY fix. mower was purchased for $700 after only being used 1 month by a guy who went through a divorce and no longer had his home. This fix made the mower an absolute steal as it works perfect, tight turn radius, clean cut and easy to use. Thanks for the tip!

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching!!

[@josephpetrillo2243]

Great repair!

[@rjguess]

Thank you. Still working like new to this day!

[@josephpetrillo2243]

@@rjguess that’s great. I just picked one of these little guys up. It’s great for getting trough the gate!

[@rjguess]

@@josephpetrillo2243 I have other videos in this mower. How to operate it, changing oil, air filter, etc. If you think of anything I’ll make a video of it on this mower. It’s a great little mower. Lasts a long time on a tank of gas well!

[@josephpetrillo2243]

@@rjguess I’ll be sure to check them out. What speed are you typically at for a nice cut. Also, do you notice a difference in the quality of the cut between mulch or shoot?

[@rjguess]

@@josephpetrillo2243 speed 1-3. I wouldn’t go any faster than 3. Mulch or shoot the grass still cuts the same.

[@donwilson9086]

Just the video I was looking for. Mine does the same thing. I will find out but mine started because I was too close to my chainlink fence and it pulled the steering around. Once it slipped it gradually got worse. I may have bad teeth on that rack bar. I will find out. Thanks

[@rjguess]

I had a few teeth that were worn on my rack bar. After my this fix I have had no issues. If they are not worn too badly you should be good. Put a little grease on the gear teeth. This will help also. Thanks for watching.

[@thetdmdab1]

Nice one mate my bad for not being around

[@rjguess]

No worries bro. Thanks for watching!!

[@xcalibre222]

I would also put grease on that gear and bar to help slow down wear. I plan on buying one of these but didn't know how to take steering wheel off so it would fit in my kids Jeep. The seat removal will be easy. I see it's only held on by a cross bolt through the steering shaft. Thanks for the help. Great how to Vid. :)

[@rjguess]

Thank you. Yes, the grease will help! Thank you for mentioning that.

[@mrbubetube]

@@rjguess ya the manual says to grease it with standard automotive grease on the front and rear side of the rack

[@rjguess]

@@mrbubetube the grease does help. Thanks!

[@brentbecker6637]

Don't buy one I read where they're having a recall on some kind of safety issue I don't remember where I read it but it's out there

[@TANGOCHARLIE7377]

Thanks. Bought this new from Home Depot under the Troy-Bilt label. When assembling the steering shaft does not turn the wheels? So wondering if it steering linkage came loose during the shipment? Any thoughts? Steering wheel turns but not the wheels? Video is great and easy to follow!

[@rjguess]

You might check to see if the bolt in the center of your steering wheel is loose. If you can prop it up like I have in the video and turn the wheel. You may be able to see and find what it loose. Make sure the rack and pinion gears are touching and moving when the steering wheel turns. I hope you get it figured out. Thanks for watching.

[@corrywhatever3516]

The teeth on the flat bar of my mower were chipped. I bought a kit from Amazon and followed these instructions minus the hammer, and it was a very easy job. The hardest part was pulling the cotter pins. Also, if you have your mower lifted for a very long time, you might want to let it sit on its wheels for a while before you try to start it.

[@rjguess]

Glad this video helped you. I agree about letting the mower sit for awhile before starting it. I should have mentioned that in the video. Thank you for watching and commenting.

[@bridgetv68]

Thank You!

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome. I didn’t do this in my video. But a little grease on the gears will help even more. Mine is still working like new to this day. Thank you for watching!’

[@the_camera_eye_8898]

yes! thank you!

[@rjguess]

You are welcome. Thank you for watching!!

[@paulzacher5672]

Great video. My TB 30 steering starting to slip. Will replace soon thanks to your video. How did you prop the mower up? Looks like it was a stool. Did you place the stool inside the deck? Thank you

[@rjguess]

Yes, it was a stool. After tipping the lawnmower up, it pretty much balanced on its own. It wanted to lean forward slightly. That’s where the stool cam in handy to keep it from tipping on me while working. Yes, the stool was inside the deck, blade was resting on the stool. Not much weight was on it because of it pretty much balancing itself. Thanks for watching. I appreciate your time and comment!

[@Gator_Bait_Motorsports]

Thanks for the tip. New parts cost $100, I heard. I love saving money!

[@rjguess]

Yes, it’s an easy fix. Mine is going strong to this very day. Add a little grease on the gears. I didn’t in this video. It will help it last even longer. Thanks for watching!

[@papapickett7267]

Nah, new steering rack is ~$20. But his info is priceless.

[@rjguess]

@@papapickett7267 good to know it only cost $20. This fix is still better than new to this day. Only thing I didn’t do in this video was grease the gears. Thank you for watching and commenting!

[@user-nw1mt4lb5k]

thanks for the info

[@rjguess]

You are welcome.

[@willwilloughby369]

DUDE! Thank you!

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome.

[@Sfk887]

I have the same mower the bar teeth was skipping from wear. I ordered a new one from mower shop and installed it and fixed steering problem.. I saw they had the same part at Amazon but had bad reviews the one I was looking at.. Mine looked like the teeth had wore down..

[@rjguess]

Cool, thanks for watching.

[@stevemlejnek7073]

Nice repair. I'd suggest putting some grease on the gear to help lube it.

[@rjguess]

Yes, you are correct. I added grease after I made the video🤦🏻‍♂️. But I’ve told some in the comments to make sure they grease the gears.

[@ezie911]

Thank you for this! Worked extremely well. Question for you. Are you having leveling issues on side to side.

[@rjguess]

I did, I just recently leveled my deck. I will put together a video tomorrow on how to do that. I will let you know as soon as I do.

[@ezie911]

@@rjguess wow perfect thank you.

[@rjguess]

@@ezie911 sorry it took so long. The video is up. Click the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJnHqXpmoseYZ80

[@EdKrisiak]

The arms connecting to the wheels.. Is there a left and right arm or are both the same? EXCELLENT video BTW :)

[@rjguess]

Both are the same if I remember correctly.thanks for watching.

[@KoolKatRecordingStudios]

Great Job Man. Yet I have a Question. Couldnt You just Tap The back metal plate with a Hammer without taking it apart?

[@rjguess]

I think some others in the comment section have tried. But it seems they were not successful. I bet it can done. But I’ve had no issues since this fix.

[@bobloblaw5236]

thank you

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome!

[@PedroGarcia-xq7un]

Great video but I would lubricate the rack and pinion for smoother operation.

[@rjguess]

Thank you. Yes, I did do that later on. A few others in the comments suggested it. It still working better than new to this very day.

[@Brandi6666]

I used 4 large wire ties to pull the flat bar with teeth closer to the round gear. There is a couple holes to pass the ties thru. Its been 2 years now and no wear on the plastic ties. Just pull the bar tight with ties. I took it all apart also but then it just dawned on me😮

[@rjguess]

Good info. Thanks for watching.

[@robertrogers3010]

I have R110 craftsman riding mower 30 in,i placed new battery in mower,it will turn over but not crank,i drained tank of old gas put in fresh gas still want catch,mower rear wheels are locked so i cant put it on trailer to take to shop,your advice is appreciated

[@rjguess]

Have you tried to take out your spark plug and either clean it or replace it?

[@DanMedinaBlass]

Thanks

[@rjguess]

You are very welcome.

[@afcm1234]

Awesome dude save me

[@rjguess]

You are welcome!! My repair still works to this day. My wife just got done using the mower!

[@MattKuzie]

This DIY fix only lasted a few months before I had the same issue again. Do yourself a favor and buy the steering service kit 753-11064B instead of bending the metal bracket. This video at least helps show how to take everything apart and put it back together.

[@rjguess]

Your gears must have been worn out worse than mine or others. Mine is still lasting to this day without a problem and I mow my grass 3 times a week.

[@ItzzOzzyy]

thats awesome

[@rjguess]

Thank you. It works great to this day.

[@william38022]

Cool 😎👍

[@rjguess]

Yes indeed. Still works to this day!

[@donwilson9086]

If any parts are damaged I just checked Amazon. They have several brands of the rack and pinion gear for about 18$. One has the plastic also. They had so many it must be giving people problems.

[@rjguess]

Good! At least the parts are readily available.

[@MannyG32968]

Excellent! Good to know.

[@bobm9722]

Same problem, however, I can't free the 1/2" nut. It's just 3 years old and wasn't too dirty. Soaked it with WD-40 and still won't budge. Keeps slipping.

[@rjguess]

See if you can keep the steering column from turning while you attempt to loosen the nut.

[@bobm9722]

I kept spraying WD-40 on the 1/2" and on day 2, I finally got it loose. The rest went just as you showed. It really works. I did break 1 of the cotter pins. Great video, thanks so much. I cut the lawn yesterday and it was like new.

[@rjguess]

@@bobm9722 glad you finally got it. Thank God for the people who make WD-40. Thanks for watching the video. I appreciate you and your comment!

[@andycjohnston]

Hey hey, so it's been a couple of months since you put this out, and I was wondering how the fix is holding up with time? I need to do this, and I'm wondering about zip ties, or pulling the whole thing apart.

[@rjguess]

The fix I did in this video is still holding. It works better than new. Just be sure to grease it up. It will help it last a lot longer. I did this before I posted the video. So it’s been about 4-5 months now. Thanks for watching.

[@andycjohnston]

@@rjguess unreal, thanks so much for this awesome vid. It'll make light work of it now I'm sure.

[@rjguess]

@@andycjohnston thank you for stopping by my channel! I am glad I could help!