Fix Troy Bilt Lawn Tractor Steering in 5 Minutes

Is your Troy Bilt lawn tractor steering skipping/popping and the tires not turning? Here is how you fix that!
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[@the1realanalogman]

Nicely done! perfectly clear and straight to the point! Thanks!

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks. I hope it helped you get back up and running. Peace.

[@ThumperTexoma]

Thank you. Great video. Made it simple and easy to follow. Riding with steering again.

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it helped. Stay cool out there.

[@FoxMan777]

Mine is a 2017 model Troy-bilt Horse. Same issue, though my rack and pinion gears are above the floor plate, rather than under it like yours. Also the pinion gear is a permanent part of the steering shaft. One thing about the design on mine is that debris gets collected inside the slide area of the rack gear and binds up steering also, and you have to take it all apart to clean it out to recover your steering range of motion. Yours has the benefit of gravity dropping debris away from the gears. It still uses the same hex flange though, made of brass. And it was so worn that the shaft kept sliding away from the teeth of the rack gear. I also have to lower the mower deck to the ground to fit my hands and tools underneath for the nuts on the rack gear as well as the bolt for the bottom of the shaft. This video may be 3 years old, but it's worth it's weight in gold for those now just encountering this issue on their out of warranty mowers. ;)🦊

[@gordbaker896]

Put the Worm gear on upside down to original position to place better conditioned teeth to the Sector Gear

[@andyhancock1908]

Thank you for sharing. How you explained everything

[@HNXMedia]

Hope the video was helpful.

[@DanielJensen-lp1jp]

Thanks for the video, however mine bolts on different! Has that same nut/ bushing.

[@6548ww]

This video will be helpful in centering up my steering wheel as I just bought a used Troy Bilt rider and the steering wheel is upside down and has my OCDs in overdrive this will be fixed hopefully tomorrow I assume I will need to get someone to hold the steering wheel centered while tightening the nut on the bottom?

[@neatpleats11]

EXACTLY my problem. Thanks so much.

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it helped. Peace.

[@bumble221]

Just what I needed. Thanks!!

[@HNXMedia]

Hope the video helped. Thanks for watching!

[@scottgibbson9393]

It seems like one needs to take off the steering wheel so that the shaft can be lifted up, and the flange can be replaced… unless I’m missing something. Otherwise the video was excellent.

[@edwardnemec7611]

Best steering repair video, I watched a few. No one ever mentions lubrication. Is the bearing bronze and self lubricating? I have 2 on order for my 2004 super bronco. I know if lube collects dirt that's a problem for wear. I saw how dirty the pinion was possibly from lube holding the dust and dirt. It's leave bagging time and it can be very dusty. I just picked up a mower jack and lifted my mower to see what parts I needed. As I moved the steering wheel the shaft backed out of the gear from all the play. Thanks for the easiest process for repairs.

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks for the positive comment. It means a lot! Not sure about the bronze or self-cleaning aspect of the bearing (not gonna lie and act like I do). In this video is the only time I have ever had to replace the one on my Super Bronco and she is still running strong. Just put her away for the year this weekend. Thanks again. Peace.

[@chrishackett554]

Best video ever for solving this issue! Saved me huge money. I already had the new steering pinion and then discovered the underlying issue is the hex flange. Thank you !

[@HNXMedia]

Happy to help. Thanks for the kind words. Time to get back to work. Stay well.

[@fastvmax1]

Great video, well done!

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks! Hope it helped. Thanks for watching and leaving a positive comment. Happy mowing!

[@artramirez3506]

Getting some steering binding and popping in my Troy-Bilt. Found your video, ordered parts and getting it fixed this weekend. Only the hex flange on mine is thicker than what you had. Ordered the thicker one but I'm sure even the thinner one would've worked. Thanks!

[@HNXMedia]

Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. Hope the Troy-Bilt gives you many more years of solid service.

[@JackstandJohnny]

"You should feel it just lock into place". Yeah right, dude. Ive been fighting this flange for a week. You fart too hard and it falls out of place. I tried using poster putty to stick it into place and that doesnt work either. What I can tell anyone watching this is, that flange is the biggest pain in the ass of this entire job and that includes completely removing the deck.

[@HNXMedia]

Sorry it didn't go so well for you. I hope you got it sorted. Thanks for watching and taking t he time to comment. Peace.

[@bassinbillRC5300]

There is another video here on KZbin showing the same repair but he took the deck off the bottom of the lawnmower. Just like yourself, I did not remove the deck. However, The model number I worked on for a customer, I access the replacement of the hex oil light bushing, By reaching my hand in between the motor and electrical wiring harness on the right hand side of the mower and put the item in place that way. After that it was all down hill. Good video. Thanks for posting it.

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it was helpful

[@kaoyang7873]

Thanks. Just order one. hope it work :D

[@HNXMedia]

Glad the video was helpful. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@theDonRua]

I have a 2014 MTD, all the bolts in the video came off fine, but to get the steering shaft out there seems to be a lot more to do. The gear on the shaft is part of the shaft, one unit just like the replacement part I have for it ,not something to slide off. Can't pull it up thorugh the console, can't pull it down through the bottom frame because it has a hole only big enough for the hex flange, not the full gear. Great video though, it's spot on to the issue I have with both flange and gear worn out badly.

[@stantomas]

Good video , thanks. question...why does my troy bilt turn sharp to the right but less sharp to the left. it used to be even. did that gear slip maybe? or is there some adjustment?

[@HNXMedia]

I am not sure of any adjustment. It does sound like the gear slipped.

[@OldGuyNetwork]

Thank you so much! Very helpful!

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@Nobadbees]

Thanks, informative. Short and sweet without the self absorbed production most KZbinrs seem to make.

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks for the positivity. I always feel my channel is not about me, it is about helping other people and having fun. Glad the video helped. Time to get back to work. Peace.

[@dylan_da_villain9005]

Thanks man exactly what I was looking for explained everything perfectly keep up the good work

[@HNXMedia]

Glad to hear it! Stay safe. Peace.

[@kellibartlett390]

Can you please send me link to get the bearing hex flange.? I can't find link

[@HNXMedia]

Right Here: amzn.to/2J6uywD

[@ethatton]

Very accurate, part number of bearing hex flange, socket size, etc. Very helpful. Thanks

[@markcotter4213]

This has to be the most helpful video I've seen in a very long time! Thank you!!

[@HNXMedia]

This has to be the most awesome comment I've had in a long time. Glad the video helped. 😎

[@gundecker9024]

I appreciate it, I started getting the gear slip last night and it even got hung up a few times while taking sharp turns. Almost ran into tree. Ha. Ur vid lead me straight to that elusive part number. Thank you

[@HNXMedia]

Glad then video helped. Thanks for the positive comment.

[@degreaseLLC]

It's funny that you are calling it a tractor 😅

[@HNXMedia]

That's what the company calls it - I'm just going by their description. This thing is over 20 years old, so I'll call it whatever it wants me to as long as it keeps running.

[@philliphall5198]

Yea the yanks make me laugh 😢

[@matthewthomas720]

Thank you so much This was very helpful

[@HNXMedia]

Glad I could help. Time to get back to work. Peace.

[@44D33L]

I have a similar problem, the steering wheel will not turn Left (not slipping, stuck). Same fix?

[@HNXMedia]

It might be (but not 100% sure). As cheap and easy as this is to fix, it is worth a try. If not, it would a linkage issue. Give this a try first and let me know. Peace.

[@MrStratmaster38]

mine has a big phillips head bolt holding it and it dont wanna budge..

[@HNXMedia]

PB Blaster. Drink a beer. Drink another beer. PB Blaster. Drink another beer. Go to sleep. Wake up. PB Blaster. Drink some coffee. Then go back to working on it.

[@edwardnemec7611]

@@HNXMedia One video showed using a vise grip to break it lose and than a Philips to finish.

[@jl9226]

Best video!! Super easy to understand and clear instructions, thanks!!

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks for watching. Hope the video got you back up and running quickly.

[@dongeorge4037]

Only other thing I would like to have seen is a schematic drawing of how that "Bearing Hex "nut" flange", small gear & steering shaft all fit together.

[@HNXMedia]

If dad was still alive, I would have included that. He was an engineer and would have expected me to include that as well. Maybe next time if my sketching skills improve.

[@dongeorge4037]

@@HNXMedia The moment when my Dad's death really hit me was when I had to tow (via chain) a car a few miles --- a task that Dad and I had often performed -- and suddenly realized that there would never again be anyone so attuned to what I would do while performing that task.

[@HNXMedia]

@@dongeorge4037 Oh man, I feel that. Total 💯 respect.

[@bwm3013]

All time great video. Thank you!

[@HNXMedia]

All time great comment. Thank YOU!

[@unklstepbilly]

Big thank you. I was going to replace everything but that little bushing till I saw your video. Thank you for helping me fix my mower. I was into too many parts and it turned out to be this simple one.

[@HNXMedia]

Glad I could help get you back up and running. All ready for spring now! Happy mowing. Peace.

[@TheMyrapp]

I literally did the same thing an hour ago. Before watching this. Had all the gears off. Found the hex flange, well what's left of it at least.

[@tracytrimm1550]

Thank you!! Wish I’d have found this video first lol

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it was helpful and got you back up and running. Thanks for watching!

[@philliphall5198]

Order 3 of them and you’ll be ahead Lololo 😢

[@HNXMedia]

Not a bad idea. 😎

[@andylamb2623]

My riding mower is a Troy Bilt Bronco, 2004. Setup looks to be identical to the mower in your video. However, I cannot get the pinion gear to budge...at all. It's as if it's glued to the shaft. I've sprayed the hell out of it with PB Blaster and that hasn't helped a bit. Just amazing to watch and hear you say "be ready to grab the gear or it will just fall off." Definitely not the case with mine. Did they make any of these with the shaft/gear as a one-piece assembly?

[@Jackwalker1961trick]

I think i found the play in the steering. After looking i found the link rod is where the slack is at. The hole is elongated instead of round. I will post update after installing new rod. Maybe i will try to video installation.

[@Jackwalker1961trick]

I changed linkage and seems to have taken a lot of slack out

[@suzi7385]

Thank you so much!!!! My steering wheel just did this tonight and I was so upset and you explained perfectly! I will be back after my part arrives from amazon!

[@HNXMedia]

You got this! No worries! Hope the video was helpful.

[@ssgwright7419]

Blessings From Texas🤠

[@armandhammer9617]

Did a chicken use to live there? I see the feather lol

[@HNXMedia]

You have a keen eye, my friend. Yes, this area did uses to be my chicken coop.

[@ronnysteele9544]

Thank you for this information!

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it helped

[@blessedjuggernaut]

Just bought one of these mowers. It was doing the same thing. My flange was worn but not terrible. A lot of gunk on the gear. Took it apart and put it back together and it solved the problem. Very informative video. Thank you for sharing. Big help.

[@HNXMedia]

Ain't nothing better than an easy (free) fix! Nice work. Glad the video was helpful. Time to get cutting! 😎

[@MarcusMyers-oo3on]

I love me too😊

[@deborahcuster8142]

good job . will ya wash that thing ?! wow ahaha i got scared. the flange will last longer if the steering shaft and flange were greased . . . plus make sure all tires have correct air pressure.

[@philliphall5198]

Thank You for parts list, you got a like for it 😊😊😊 Keep making them please

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks for watching. Hope it helped.

[@MrFasteddie52]

Some models have pinion gear and segment on top of frame with a #3 or 4 Phillips fastener on bottom. My fastener doesn't want to come loose...loctite? Heat it to remove?

[@trumpsbrain-worm5196]

The first time I had that problem about 12+ years ago I bought 7 of the flanges ,6 for spares. I'm headed to my mower shop tomorrow to buy a few more. That flange is notorious for capping out when you least expect it, like when you need to turn when you're heading towards the pond.

[@HNXMedia]

LOL. That sounds about right. Stay dry!

[@FoxMan777]

yeah no kidding... always while you are headed down hill.

[@azdigbee]

I am going bankrupt...... i replaced the bushing and the steering shaft two times in less than a month on my Bronco mower .... i use the mower for 20 or 30 minutes before the same damn thing happens again ! The teeth on the shaft are press fit welded on so not removable but the teeth are made from very soft steel and wear out in minutes ! Any idea where i can get a shaft with spline fit gears please ? The designer of this system needs to be shot !

[@marlenepisani9887]

the new hex flange still is not tight,, looks like the hole got rounded out when the gears wore,, any suggestions ??

[@KevinStevi]

I have a Toro LX460 - your video was exactly what I needed. THANK YOU!

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. It is greatly appreciated. Hope this video helped get you mowing again. Stay well.

[@COUNTRYKIDSwrestling]

Thanks a bunch bro!

[@HNXMedia]

No problem! Hope the video helped get you back up and running.

[@RichadTheLionHeat]

Excellent, informative, extremely helpful, clear, easy to follow. Thank you. 🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@HNXMedia]

Glad the video was helpful. Here's to many more years of service.

[@susieq8924]

Thank you so much for nice,short,very clear instructions! I didn’t do it yet because I had to order the part but I will let you know how it goes!

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it helped! Let me know how it goes.

[@rockystelone21]

thanks bro!

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it helped.

[@dufffredq8]

Can't get the part in Thailand.

[@catfishandcoleslaw]

Mine looks, and acts the very same way! Thank you so much for your help during this video. When I got to the hex flange- it was non existent. Someone had put a Phillips head screw in it. What a piece of crap.

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it gets you back up and running.

[@billyhorton8020]

Thank you

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it got you back up and running.

[@828crimson]

Do you have to drop the deck?

[@HNXMedia]

828crimson All I did was put it on the lowest setting, I did not have to detach the deck.

[@robbyhall7148]

amazing! thank you so much. Also mostly works for the 26J

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it helped! Time to get back to work! Peace!

[@Jackwalker1961trick]

Question please. I have a pony troy built. Steering has a lot of play side to side. At the end of this video it shows you turning the wheel and it look like you have side to side play. Play is amount wheel will turn before engaging to make wheel move. Is that normal?

[@HNXMedia]

A little is normal on a tractor like this. A lot can lead to the type of repair needed in this video. Hope this helps.

[@e.l.abusaid2500]

Lucky! Bronco is not as easy to remove and has a locktight ph#4 screw under the frame...... smh!

[@HNXMedia]

Yes, that would be a headache. Hope the video still helped. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment. Peace.

[@warrenvalentino5763]

Awesome video! Great information! it Realy helped me fix my steering problem. :) :)

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it was helpful. Thanks for watching and taking the time to post a positive comment. Time to get back to work 😎

[@JonConstantine82]

“Ok, so here’s what you got” Ok “Use these tools” Got ‘em “Get this flange thing, if you don’t have it I’ll see you in 2 days” Ordered. I’ll see you in 2 days❤

[@uncleandy4664]

How do you get the old hex bearing out? Mine is stuck in the hole? Any ideas?

[@HNXMedia]

It should just kind of "pop out." If not, you can try to stick a screwdriver through the center and maybe pry from the inside. That's about all I can think of. Hope this helps. Peace.

[@uncleandy4664]

@@HNXMedia thanks i will try that.

[@pauldonehoo3897]

Thanks for the helpful hand I've done it before just didn't remember how to

[@HNXMedia]

Glad to get you back on track. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@yukon2159]

Cub cadet uses the exact same part and it fails.... Terrible engineering

[@HNXMedia]

Agreed

[@gpooleii]

You nailed it for. Wow, part number and everything. Saved me time and money with a self-fix in less than 20 minutes.

[@HNXMedia]

Glad the video helped to get you back up and running. Thanks for watching!

[@trumpsbrain-worm5196]

Did you have to remove the mower deck for access, and have to stabilize the steering column to break the nut free from the bottom of the shaft ? Hell, it took me 20 minutes just to fat finger the new hex bearing into the proper position 😁

[@gpooleii]

@@trumpsbrain-worm5196 I did not have to remove the mower deck. Just lowered it all the way. And I had to hold the steering wheel to break the nut free. Yes, the longest part of the install was getting the new hex bushing in place!

[@jayfromtexas6718]

Fantastic video! Thanks very much. Thought this was going to be BAAAAAAAD!

[@HNXMedia]

Hopefully now everything is GOOD! Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment.

[@michaelroope5123]

Thanks for the help.

[@bobcook7564]

My steering went out tody. Thanks for the video, showed just what to do.

[@HNXMedia]

Awesome! Hope the video got you back up and running (preferably in a nice straight line). Stay well.

[@josecuevas1309]

Thank you. I have a slight different model but when I took it apart I found this was the piece that needed R&R.

[@HNXMedia]

Glad the video helped. Stay well.

[@bensmythe645]

Thanks, Good Video, saved me a lot of unnecessary disassembly and time.

[@HNXMedia]

Glad I could help

[@danniellewidener4113]

I need little help i dont know much about parts and stuff we have the Troy Bilt Pony 2012 will that part fit all or they different sizes

[@HNXMedia]

Dannielle Widener It should. I think the Pony and Bronco use the same steering components, but to be honest, I am not 100% sure...but I really think they do.

[@daddydawg1902]

I have the same 2012 Model and the shaft seems to be the same but the Hex nut is a #3 Phillips on the Bottom..Working on that..see post above... and check the Link for a 2008 Troy-Bilt with the Same setup.

[@edwardnemec7611]

@@HNXMedia I believe the motors are the primary difference 17.5 hp and 21hp. My owners book shows the same parts.

[@markw.5128]

Great video.. 👍👍

[@jcmoney11111]

Helps a whole lot to have the PTO assembly and deck removed as well LOL

[@daddydawg1902]

True if the screw to the shaft is under the deck..like mine was.

[@TommieTinker]

what is the torque setting to use on the steering wheel nut and the nut holding the small steering pinon gear. No mention of this in video. Also how do you fix the octagon hole that the hex flange bearing inserts into the frame when it's worn out? Otherwise good video

[@357bullfrog2]

Thanks!!!! Big help

[@reneelosie2644]

Thank you so very much mine did that steering wheel thing May 16th 2022.

[@HNXMedia]

You got this! Hope the video was helpful.

[@reneelosie2644]

@@HNXMedia: Very helpful. Again thank you.

[@uncleandy4664]

i have question after i did all that my steering still not working.. its like the hole where shaft goes is wallowed out not catching gear at bottom.so i redone it still slipping anymore ideas thanks

[@bulkoneeto662]

What was the size of the nut? I keep buying the wrong size and I can’t seem to find the right size

[@danieltaylor4819]

Wow, clean up that mower!

[@HNXMedia]

Once a year and ONLY once a year. This mower has been in operation since the very early 2000s. It might be the grass clumps that are holding it together. I cannot take any chances :)

[@JimiLuvsMusic]

Thanks for the video.

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it helped get you back up and running.

[@johnjalc7595]

Thanks for the video!

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it helped.

[@NevaehsThriftyNiftyTreasures]

Having same issue... Thanks

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it helped.

[@NATTYMORGAN2]

Sweet. Very Helpful.

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it got you back up and running.

[@bobbydobbs6125]

Thanks man saved me a big hassle

[@HNXMedia]

Glad the video was helpful. Toast to many more years of solid performance!

[@edsykes375]

Thanks for the video repair and parts link!

[@HNXMedia]

No problem!

[@kustomhooligans]

I just replaced mine, after an idiot on a forum said it was 2-3hr job. Not a chance. It took me all of 20 mins. This video's steps are 100% correct. No need to question them or look for another video.

[@HNXMedia]

LOL. Much appreciated, friend. Glad the video was helpful and got you back up and running. Thanks for the awesome comment.

[@bigray2859]

Clear tutorial!! Thanks

[@HNXMedia]

Glad it was helpful!

[@bigmikey1217]

Thank You!!

[@HNXMedia]

Hope the video helped.

[@virginiabeck4327]

What year and model # is this mower? I can't find any #'s on mine. Not many around.

[@HNXMedia]

Mine is a Troy Bilt Super Bronco. It is either a 2003 or 2004, I cannot remember. Runs like a champ but the deck needs rebalanced/leveled.

[@oldroscoe2590]

Very well done. ....

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks. Hope it helped.

[@theholybadger69]

Is it the same part number for newer mowers? I don’t know which year it is and can’t find it on the mower. Mine is the 13YX79KT011

[@HNXMedia]

Not exactly sure if it is the same part, but it should be. Yours is a 2015 if that helps.

[@theholybadger69]

HNX Media I think I found the part based off your part number. Seems they’re all the same no matter what year. Thanks man I appreciate your help!

[@josephjustus5057]

Hey man, thanks for this great videos, very helpful!👍🏼

[@HNXMedia]

Hope it got you back up and running quickly. Stay well.

[@deano4639]

Do I need to put grease on the gears?

[@HNXMedia]

I never did.

[@deano4639]

@@HNXMedia Thank you!!! Great video so easy to do!!!

[@deborahcuster8142]

not so much as the gears, but as for the flange,steering rod,front axels, wheels ( they have a grease fitting nozzle , but removing the black flange and greasing the axle shaft and inner rim flange will do perfectly ). and recommended air pressure in all the tires.

[@BPDeuceTV]

Any idea how to get to that hex on the craftsman r110?

[@HNXMedia]

I currently have no experience with the Craftsman R110. Sorry I could not help.

[@richardharrison4804]

Wrong model. Mine is a Horse. Totally different. Spiral gear.

[@HNXMedia]

Damn. Best of luck on your repair.

[@richardharrison4804]

@@HNXMedia It's a bear! #3 Phillips screw won't budge on shaft end. May have to cut/grind it off. Shaft has to be replaced on Horse model anyway.

[@richiegonzales6750]

Great video. Thanks for the info.

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a positive comment. Hope it helped. Peace.

[@richiegonzales6750]

@@HNXMedia My steering is just starting to get loose. I had already replaced the bottom and the gear hopeing that was the fix. It was not, now I will replace this part. Did you have to drop the mowing deck?

[@HNXMedia]

@@richiegonzales6750 I did not do any "mechanical adjustments" to the deck. I did lower it is far as it would go with the grass cutting adjustment handle just so that I could reach between the mowing deck and the "frame." Other than that, no other parts should need to be removed. It really is just as easy as the video shows. No BS here. Let me know if you have any other questions. I would be happy to help. Peace.

[@jusTodd]

Thanks for this. I don't care where you store your mower or what it looks like, this video saved me 200 bones.

[@HNXMedia]

These kind of positive comments are why I keep making videos! Thank YOU for the support. Stay well.