How To Replace Plastic Husqvarna Steering Bushing

[@OQTIZZLE_ORLANDO]

You should have at least 1,000,000 subs. Love you guys so much. Your production quality is amazing. Acting could use work. LOL

[@anonymoususer4644]

They were acting?!

[@markrandall1456]

Thanks. That's azackly what I needed to fix my Huskyvarna. Part ordered. Great video. Edit. I received the part. I didn't have a conduit or chop saw to cut it with. Instead I used the old bushing turned upside down on top of the new bushing and tapped it in with a hammer. And there's your dinner brother T. Thanks!! Its so nice to fix that little irritation.

[@MotivatedMetalworks]

There's another bushing below that one which probably needs replacing too.

[@thelistener4101]

finally, a repair shop person that "recognizes" the need for using a "pipe" to slide over & down onto the new part to quicky secure it in place. BRAVO!!! 👏

[@4gauge10]

That was a nice easy fix Tayrl. I think I would have to machine myself out some kind of bushing and that would solve that indefinitely.

[@robroberton2667]

Hey Taryl I used your “pipe method” to install the steering bushing on my Sears Craftsman DSG6500. Worked like a charm. Thanks so much for the advice. Your an amazing mechanic!! I enjoy all your videos. Keep up the great work !

[@georgewallace3106]

Thursday therapy I could get used to this I guess if they truth is to be known I could watch taryl any day that ends in "Y" thanks taryl and the gang

[@gmiller442]

I replaced that bushing today on my Husky lawn tractor and the conduit trick worked like a charm!!!

[@cougarhunter33]

Gettin it in is a little tricky. Words of wisdom right there.

[@gordbaker896]

...reaches for Hammer.....

[@RustyZipper]

Spit on it

[@douglasfichtel3770]

Fabulous tip! Took me 10 minutes to replace that bushing. Thank you.

[@Don_ECHOguy]

All ride on mower's should have a bearing block assembly on the steering shaft with replaceable ball or roller bearings! Good vid.

[@MotivatedMetalworks]

For what they charge - sorta. It'd make more sense to have an oillite sleeve encapsulated in a support block with a couple thrust washers above and below it and hold the stacked assembly captive with the usual cotter pins. Bearings need grease and no homeowner is gonna grease that shit.

[@johndhead1]

Another great video. I used the old bushing to slide over the new one and pounded on that one. I also found some of the slop came from the steering wheel and steel serrated hub, so I smeared RTV sealant on the outside of the hub before I tightened it down. Once it hardened no more slop!

[@rodneybrand8521]

Hey Taryl ...do they make that in brass or stainless .. or would that be a bad idea ??? I hava a husqvarna didnt know it was built so cheap...

[@chrish3720]

Actually, the bushing is made of delrin polymer. It is formulated for it's strength and lubricating properties. And being a little softer that the steel shaft, it is better in this application. It will prevent the bushing from wearing the shaft therefore, saving a more expensive part.

[@ironearl69]

Watched a couple of your videos and I appreciate you taking the time to make them. I have a 2010 Craftsman YTS 4000 riding mower and I need to replace the steering shaft bushing you just replaced; any chance you could advise the part number for that? Sorry to bother you, but I am having no luck trying to find the number online.

[@Vfh........y]

Excellent video as usual from the master teryl dactyl. I bet it was a trick his Meemaw taught him. on a more sour note if that Husqvarna has the Kohler Courage motor. The counterweights will fly off it in about 2 hours from now and destroy the motor. Just saying.

[@RustyZipper]

🤫 they don’t want anything to last more than three summers until you buy a new one

[@RustyZipper]

I thought my eyes were deceiving me when I saw the notification on a Thursday!

[@powderriver2424]

Rusty Zipper yep me too!

[@RobCarstuff9112]

Ya what a treat Feels like the weekend!

[@everythingveteranoutdoors7222]

I have a Husqvarna Zero Turn Mower Rz5424 that after it warms up will not turn left, was wondering if you might know what it might be... love watching all your videos.

[@USMC-Sniper-0137]

Wish that was the YTH22v46 with the gas tank in the way of the steering shaft. Is there a way to get around the tank without tank removal? I like the pipe trick, and looks to be about a 30 degree cut, and I would use a plastic washer or even a steel washer would protect from marring that bushing up (sorry, perfectionist here). Too bad there wasn't a second bushing at the top just below the steering wheel, but I guess a ridge on the underside of that steering wheel rides in there. Nice video bro!!! And YES, I enjoy my dinner!!!

[@jimlemanek1550]

My steering column has an extension and the bushing will not slide over it. It looks like the extension should turn on the shaft, however I cannot get it to turn. I have used heat and rust breaker but nothing. any ideas would be appreciated. Your video is excellent.

[@LuisHernandez-kw6rt]

Question I have YTH2348, deck height... at setting 5 (deck max), blades are at 3.6” from the ground. I’m cutting St Agustine ideal cut is 4” and up. Is there any other way I can raise those blades ? Bigger tires? Any ideas ?

[@tonymontana897]

I have a YTH2548XP and I also have that same steering slop. Is that part you showed compatible because I can't seem to find that part number for mine. The parts schematic shows part number 532 1948-45. Can you help please ?

[@jeffshearer5125]

Thursday?Your spoiling us!

[@MrCountrycuz]

Hey Taryl!!! I got me one of those YT3000 Craftsmen 917.288520 I got me a loose steering rod also. is this the same part since Husky makes it for craftsman?? And I been trying to find those nylon bushings for the front wheel hub. But I am told they no longer make them and no one has bearings small enough to go into those less than a an inch in diameter holes!!!!!

[@stillwater62]

Question, would you lubricate the shaft where the bushing rides? If so, what would you use?

[@KraeseRepairs]

Can you do a video about the bent frames on ayp/ husqvarna made lawn tractors.

[@TalladegaTom]

Yes! A video on installing the "L" bracket kit for the Husqvarna rear axle to frame mounting problem would be great! According to the instruction kit, you cut off the bottom part of the drawbar where it attaches to the axle, then drill fresh holes in the frame and install the two brackets one on each side. (He might have already done one, just haven't seen it if so)

[@yfna1]

@ Talladega Tom I can vouch for the instructions regarding that kit as I have done quite a few while working as a lawn and garden tech for Sears. You are going to want some means of getting the rear off the ground to remove rear tires and easier access to removing the tranny. If the old busted brackets are still emplacement they can provide a guide for the installation of the new ones and having a paint pen to mark your drill points is an asset. Best of luck.

[@chainsawchips]

Nice easy trick for seating that bearing in place. You're a thinker Taryl. That's what you are. ...A regular Aristotle.

[@ciphercode2298]

Just the medicine I was looking for. Thank you very much chief.😁👍🇺🇸

[@richardstone5241]

Is this the same way to fix a Cub Cadet with the same problem? On mine the fuel tank is in the way!

[@ciphercode2298]

I have a cub cadet ltx1040 that's needing this done. Just bugs me that theres slop in the wheel,lol. I think mine is in the way too,but it's simple enough to unbolt and sit on top of the engine. I gave $500 for it last year and I've had to work some kinks out of it,but I think this will be the last thing besides fall maintenance before putting it up for the winter. Seems like a decent mower for a low end unit.

[@ForgetU]

Hey Taryl, do a carbatrator breakdown of the Southland or Earthquake 43cc cultivator. Thanks in advance.

[@Vfh........y]

I just replaced a carburetor on a earthquake post hole digger. Those carburetors resemble a Shindaiwa. Go to eBay and type in the model number of the earthquake as you probably won't find any identifying marks on the carburetor itself because it's Chinese. What it is is a Shindaiwa clone. They're about $11 with free shipping and it works like a charm. Several photos you will be given to look at so you can compare it. Part-time Small Engine guy checking in here. Good luck

[@ForgetU]

Roger, I did that put new one on. it requires me to start with throttle open, and it dies as it goes to idle, otherwise it will run on full throttle... was looking at any adjustment in it, so it will start right and idle at low speed. Thaks for the help...

[@lylestatzer7112]

I have a question, I followed your directions here. Problem is I have shattered one new one completely and the second I put in is cracked. Can you put a heat gun to the new bushing to make it pliable a little to drive it home into the finished placement

[@robertkennedy3632]

Thanks Taryl, I have one of those to repair. The video will really help.

[@pafoofnic]

Wonderful, wonderful. Short sweet and to the point. You knew I was hungry, thanks for my dinner.

[@oldsrocket6097]

Taryl you are the best!

[@jamespafford668]

I think mine has a steering shaft extension which is bigger at the top and the bushing will not slide up over the shaft. according to my manual I have to unscrew the extension and then remove the bushing. have not tackled it yet.

[@darrylbearden8658]

my shaft just stopped working, cannot turn to the left, it makes a clicking sound, it had the loose steering problem, would this be the same problem or is something else broke?

[@gordbaker896]

It is sad that they cheap up something that is subject to the most movement while tractor is in use. Nice old JD in the background. 400 series? Nice fix.

[@fire7765]

Well done, thx for sharing.

[@chrisstevens4786]

Dude the vid was spot on. Made my replacement smooth like butta’...

[@joerichards2616]

More like a between meal snack, but it hits the spot!

[@QQTrick1QQ]

Should you grease the bushing to make it last longer or will it attract dirt and shorten it's lifespan?

[@dallasrichard2404]

do a video on steering plate repair..lol. having problems atm with the exact same model

[@SteveRobReviews]

Nice one bud👍

[@turbofiat]

Taryl, this piece doesn't seem to fit my 2010 model. There is no bushing in this location on my mower. The steering column shaft just goes through a hole and meshes with the other gear below the frame. Unless this piece has broke and fallen out. The slop in mine seems to be under the steering wheel.

[@daveking4246]

If anybody tries to find this part on Husqvarna site in a schematic it's not listed or shown....the part does exist...enter the part number in this video in the search and it will come up.....thanks for posting this video

[@FlyingAxblade_D20]

My Husqvarna just turn 1 year old & it's been a constant source of annoyance. This is something that I jury rigged last August, glad to know there is a real fix! Except my gas tank is in the way =(

[@herefishyfishy6907]

Two 3/8 bolts and she comes right out.

[@mudnut59]

Great Idea Taryl, I’ll remember it if mine ever goes bad! Thanks Buddy!

[@michaelmeadows1481]

Nice I have the same Huskervern lawn chopper with same issue thanks Big Taryl!

[@georgegohr1767]

great video, keep em comin.

[@franciscoperez7594]

You are the best!

[@nicks3742]

Your the man !!!!!!!

[@tommiller6580]

How about some grease on the shaft and bushing ?

[@Jake-cz1kb]

Thanks, my GT 52 is way loose at 90 hours. I am ordering a bushing now.

[@userfixit]

My Husky has a metal one with 2 bolt holes! I replace one like it before -not too bad

[@lewishawks2258]

Thank for the tip

[@ethank8084]

Nice video

[@Old600Rusty]

I've got the same tractor. It's popping and backfiring. I did everything I can think of. Coils.carb.heads.new fuel, timing key????????????????????????? cant figure it out.

[@yfna1]

Internal timing may be off, might necessitate cracking that engine open.

[@Old600Rusty]

@@yfna1 Meaning the cam marks jumped somehow? I've never heard of that, but I guess it's possible

[@gordbaker896]

@@Old600Rusty Unlikely.

[@MotivatedMetalworks]

Is the coil on upside down? How's the voltage when it's running? Might have a bad regulator, or bad ground.

[@Nudnik1]

Volvo made in China now? Sweden never used to make junkie products. Sad Only Chinese take out food is made in America now... One time I cut bushing in half and put in without taking apart. still running So cool you help others with tips on how to fix stuff... Thanks

[@williegillie5712]

I like all the gizmos ya turn into special tools in order to make stuff fit into into place. Sometime ya gotta be creative as a mechanic.

[@davidmoran4471]

My old man was a machinist he had a saying, the tool doesn't make the mechanic, the mechanic make the tool. Fitting in so many instances.

[@NorthJerseyFooter]

I have an 18542 and the battery is under the seat. This bushing is much lower at base of frame and gas tank must be removed.

[@Bvnbg0]

You removed the gas tank beforehand?

[@Neighborhoodgo2guy]

Dinner on a Thursday woohoo

[@samiam5557]

Quik dinner today!

[@ihus9950]

👍

[@davidmoran4471]

I read, have not tried it, that you order the lower bearing and use it to replace the upper bushing on the steering column for a permanent repair.

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

You da man! Thank you

[@martind349]

At the risk of spoiling verfremdungseffekt, the choppers? Faux?

[@RustyZipper]

Taryl’s mom used to tell him brushing his teeth was a waste of water

[@muhammad8970]

That item you took off under the steering wheel does not come off so easy on my husqvarna?? 😒 lol that crap is wedged on😅

[@denty001]

Should have had a lick of grease on that shaft first taryl 🤔

[@notajp]

Grease will hold dust and dirt and wear out the bushing faster. I’d use spray dry graphite.

[@gordbaker896]

Wheel bearing grease will stick around for awhile..

[@RustyZipper]

I use Gold Bond talcum powder , keeps my shaft cool all day long

[@gordbaker896]

@@RustyZipper I thought Talcum powder was a banned substance now....

[@MotivatedMetalworks]

Good thing I have a big bottle. My nuts would rot off without it.

[@chrish3720]

Good, now do one on a 2006 cub cadet.

[@Alex-vb8kq]

Taryl to customer: "With parts and labor, that'll be $90!"

[@chrish3720]

Don't forget shop supplies

[@robertyearian227]

Yup

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

At least 1 hr labor charge

[@BigT962]

Don’t be a nucklehead like I was and try using a pry bar in place of a cut pipe. It went in but not without breaking off part of that flange on top…

[@999thenewman]

No grease?

[@chrish3720]

No grease, the grease will attract dust and weat out your shaft. At least that's what my wife says.

[@Vfh........y]

My man Chris stepping up to the plate with jokes today. But Chris is correct if you put grease on it it will attract dust and sand and other abrasive things. You just don't want that on your shaft. A little trick my Meemaw taught me.

[@Jim-ie6uf]

Excuse me Sweetie, I gotta get a quickie from Tarryl. She said "What"

[@fredkaminski6138]

Don't you just hate sloppy steering!

[@FattyDoveRacing]

I like early dinner!

[@mcqueenfanman]

2:31 or swing press.

[@mikeshobbiesandrandomstuff]

I always gets my Dinner here but why not breakfast and lunch??...

[@james1795]

No sloppy dinner this time!

[@georgephelps5992]

Do you make that tool for people if so I appreciate if you make one for me and I will pay you whatever you charge.

[@TomFXSTC]

Would not hurt to put a little lithium grease on that bushing

[@ladarrenmane8404]

Is dis the same as a craftman

[@moran68]

4th !

[@philallen4934]

Why not drill a hole and insert a grease fitting or at least gel lub it?

[@johndhead1]

Be careful that you don't have the WHITE bushing ending in 228. not 227. 228 is a smaller hole in the center, 227 is a larger hole which WONT work...Everything else looks the same and installs the same however. Even the parts list shows pn ending in 227 however!!!! GRRR. Ask me how i know?

[@Familyray]

Give us a close up of the posters from the locker , see who the gal's are !!!

[@kpswis9]

WTH A mid week video all right

[@MasterIntubator]

You should introduce us to the lovely gals you have behind you. :-)

[@lilperchhunter]

the seniors early bird dinner

[@RichardEidson]

Nice video, right to the point without the dumb interruptions and life story. I hope the teeth are just for comic relief 🤣 if not, find this man a dentist.🤭

[@dadefope80]

Hot diggity dog. I got my dinner early!

[@chrischiampo7647]

Can One Make an Internal Sleeve of Brass To Fill Said Common Failure Part Plastic Bushing Taryl 👨🏼‍🔧🧰 To Make it Last For 15 Years Longer 😳🤓👍🏼

[@chrischiampo7647]

ps10iceman 👍🏼 Gotcha

[@hillbillypeakgarage6797]

I'm friends with elk skins on Facebook

[@gunther955]

Better than T bone steak !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Goomer]

Plastic, jeeeesh

[@MotivatedMetalworks]

Plastic isn't the problem. There's all kinds of plastic bushings in my atv's suspension that see far more abuse and load. This is just a shitty design.

[@tomdale1313]

the reason for the early video is Taryl no longer available to do the show cause he on his way home to prison, in his place is his twin brother. The show must go as they say, so there's our dinner...

[@javopenaherrera8047]

Hi, very good job. I enjoy watching your videos. Please could you indicate me your email, I need info

[@johndii2194]

WOW! That is so poorly designed.

[@steadmanrobert5081]

1st

[@RustyZipper]

✌️💯👍

[@stealth09ish]

First

[@RustyZipper]

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[@Wayoutthere]

Plastic bushings...SHAME Husqvarna, shame.