Craftsman & Husqvarna Riding Mower Deck Not Level - How to Fix

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Today I'll be showing you how to easily fix an uneven mower deck on many #Craftsman or #Husqvarna riding lawn mowers!

Craftsman outsourced the manufacturing of some of their riding lawn mowers to Husqvarna, which resulted in many riding lawn mower models from both companies to be affected by this design flaw.

The issue seems to be the main deck lifting shaft assembly (532422027 or 422027) becomes warped in the center, or bent downward on the right side.

Since there is no adjustment on the right side hanger rod, the right side of the mower deck hangs lower than the left, and cannot be raised. The result is an uneven cut.

In today's video, I show you how to easily fix this issue without spending much time or money, but you'll need a welder!

Either way, once you do this trick, the right side of your mower deck will be raised, and you can now fine tune the level of the mower deck using the adjustment rod and nut on the left side.

If you don't mind spending some money, you can purchase the adjustable rod, Husqvarna part number 589464805 and replace the old non adjustable rod on the right side.

However, if you do this, keep in mind that the main deck lifting shaft will still be warped, so this won't be a permanent fix.

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[davidleatherneck]

Good Vid. I just ordered another adjustable hanger like the one on the Left and installed it on the Right side. Now both sides are adjustable. Thanks.

[kenmoser]

You made my life free of worrying about how to fix this problem. I wish I would of known this years ago. Thanks.

[EliminatorPerformance]

@Doublewide6 Repairs LLC did a quick video on this 4yrs ago using a spring clip, for anyone that doesn't have a welder. Link is in the description!

[EliminatorPerformance]

Normally I'm all for fixing an issue properly, which means purchasing the 532422027 cross lift shaft, but it costs $74.57 here in Canada and I'd have to pay $12.50 for shipping fees. By the time you factor in tax that's about $100 in parts. That doesn't even include the labour to remove everything, and install the new parts. Someone could end up paying a couple hundred dollars for this repair. So while this way is the quick fix, it keeps costs low for my customers, and is a tried and true method.

[robertmailhos]

Thank you for doing this video to fix this matter of unlevel mower pan

[waynestefinashen]

Another great tip from EP, this one will make lawns all over the world look so much better. It will also make all those husbands happy now that they can do this simple fix and stop hearing the wife yelling that the lawn looks like crap because of the out of level deck.

[bigsonslawncare]

Had this exact same mower sold it last year, And boy did I have to rig up some things on that mower, Great hack✔👍

[samueljaramillo]

Mr. fix it man. You’ve done it again.👏👏👍🏻

[Turningwrenches]

Very good tip on fixing that deck hanger crazy design flaw there

[GrampiesWorkshop]

How's she goin'? This is an interesting repair and looks like it will solve the problem of the uneven cuts. I have a Husqvarna mower of similar design and I will be checking my mower for a possible fix!! Thanks and take care!!!

[motorcoachtech]

Another good repair Jake. Thanks for sharing. Have a good week. Rick

[jakeklepper]

That’s a good fix, but also what I did was order the same adjustable hanger rod for a T3000 right side that way you can adjust either side either direction.A little money but not too bad.My T3000 came new with that rod and I checked it before I ordered.Like your videos any and all hints are helpful.I put the new adjustable rod on a yts3000.

[chrisssmallengines]

Great fix, Quick and easy . Another bad design that is out there, it will not be the last one . People seem to want to fix the old stuff this year I am seeing a lot of no start, bad gas mowers this year . Selling a lot more used mowers . Busy busy .

[gordbaker]

Well done. For those without a Welder, stack a couple hose clamps or cut the top off and thread the top of the rod to accept a pair of lock nuts if the size is suitable. What's going on with those Gauge Wheels. Deck not positioned correctly? Wheels too low?

[Big_Johns]

This is always a problem Jake, thanks for the tip brother. 👍

[stuartrichman]

Hi, I got a turnbuckle from Lowes. The eyes on the tends fit perfect. Allows for contstant adjustment if needed.

[EliminatorPerformance]

If you don't have a welder, or don't want to drill and pin the old rod like some others do, you can replace the non adjustable one with an adjustable rod!

Part number 589464805 and you'll be able to adjust both sides. However, as stated in the video, the main control cross bar will still be warped.

[knighthawk]

I take the rod out, and use washers to take up the slack, that works if your at a customer's home, and dont have your welder, or easier for the DIY person.

[michaelmarchese]

Thanks you for this video. I really appreciate it. My Husqvarna has this issue and I have been thinking about how to fix it. I thought the hanger must be worn out and don't want to replace it. This welding of the nut is perfect but since I don't have a welder I will drill it. Again, Thanks for the advice.

[TheShadeTreeFixitMan]

Good tip, I'll have to take a look at my Husqvarna mowers (I have 3 of them)