How to Remove Mower Deck Cub Cadet XT1
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- Опубліковано 22 сер 2024
- How to remove a 46” mower deck on a Cub Cadet XT1 Lawn Tractor.
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I think if I ever need to get a new lawn tractor, the first thing I’m looking for is how much of a pain is it to remove the deck! And this one is off the wish list!
Its way harder than displayed .. #neverbuycubcadetmoweragain
I've got the older version of this mower,the ltx1040 and not only is it a pain to take the deck off and reinstall, but other aspects of engineering are lacking. The deck is fairly deep,which is good for airflow,but the chute is small and it has a hard time dispersing clippings on all but the most manicured lawns. The antiscalp wheel brackets are somewhat flimsy and not gusseted at all. Its served me well enough over the years,but my next one will be a john deere.
Trying to change my blades today. Went to the Cub Cadet video about changing blades. Basically they say, "Take the deck off" and don't show much of anything. This video had 10X the detail. Thank you.
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Thank you so much! The owner's manual never mentioned that cable and spring and I didn't notice until I tried sliding the deck out!
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I was able to remove the deck and replace both blades and reinstall in less than 15min thanks to this video.
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I’ve been taking the deck of my riders forever but that 🤬 mower spring cable was always the bane of my fingers. Never thought to move the mechanism, can’t wait to slide it right off. Thanks for the video!
Thanks. I took it off and after having to replace a belt guide that broke off, am installing it back after over a month waiting for parts to come in. Very helpful, appreciate this.
thanks so much! the last time I did this it was a struggle. today it took all of 4 minutes after watching! thanks again
Thank youtube and people like you every day for making these video's . I have a 42 inch cub cadet and prefer the spring bolt they use for deck much better . I bought my 46 inch one this past spring since i have over 3 acres and just rebuilt 42 inch spindles and bearings and cleaned the bottom of the deck and coated it with slip plate graphite to keep grass from sticking to the deck and put on new gator blades . Sealed bearings are garbage and zerk fitting was full of grease and took out bearings as per fixit4u on youtube and took off inside of seal and sure enough no grease in the bearins and how I know , my grease is green . I took off the inside seal of each bearing and redid them so grease could get in them . I wish I had known that years ago since this is the 3rd time . first time pulley on top of spindle ripped loose , but that was under warranty , so cub cadet had it fixed . I was trying to figure out every year why I had to replace bearings in the mower and now I know . Sad that cub cadet and others want to ruin a good mower . I am now going to redo the 46 inch and put on gator blades on it also
It sounds like you must wash your tractor?? if you are replacing the bearings more than normal. I would suggest, never wash your machine as it will also ruin the bearings all over the tractor including the transmission idler pulleys. I see you do have 3 acers to cut and I'm sure that machine must get a work out! Thank you for watching and commenting. I'm glad this video was helpful.
camera showed what was being worked on and audio told why..........good vid with no wasted time. Thank you
After watching your videos I bought a 3/8 Milwaukee cordless ratchet. I use it every day and I love it. Thanks for that.
I use the 1/4 inch version. It’s a little lighter but I’m glad you like yours!! Once you use it for a a couple weeks, you will hate going back to the wrench plus it’s sooo much faster!
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines agreed
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines I just picked up and OTC seal kit ....it pulls out seals and pushed them back in nice and flush, I saw a UA-cam video on it and had to get it. Might be good for you too if you want to check it out.
Please send me the link to the video or seal kit. Much appreciated!
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines ua-cam.com/video/WZHeRAJRjVE/v-deo.html
This was unbelievably helpful as I dropped the deck on mine for the first time today. Thank you for the awesome video!
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Excellent video. Two suggestions: It is quite easy to access the cotter pin that retains the cable from the left side of the mower. In fact, I pulled that pin first. Also, I used a large, flat-blade screwdriver to open tyhe pins up to make them easy to pull. Insert the blade between the support rod and the pin, give it a quarter turn, and it walks right out.
If you rotate those cottor pins horizontal they slip right off. Great video
Good tip, thanks! Thanks for watching:)
I cannot believe Cub Cadet changed the easy release deck design of the previous years! I got the XT1 thinking it was still the same. What a disappointment! This is way more difficult and time consuming than older models!
This was very helpful. Reading the owner’s manual was a little confusing about deck removal but your video cleared it up. I am now more confident about removing the deck so I can replace a bent blade.
I’m glad it was helpful and thank you for the kind comment.
Just got my XT1 a couple of months ago (first tractor) and thank you ! You made it look so simple compared to the explanation in the little book they give you. Hit a big buried rock and cut the top off it, so my new blades are here and I am taking the deck off as soon as it stops raining. Thanks man !
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@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Deck out, blades changed ,went smooth as silk and of course it is raining again!
Awesome tutorial. Much easier than the method described in the manual. Thank you.
I’m glad it was helpful!! Thanks for watching:)
Well here I am again. I have to remove my deck to put on a new Spindle. The nubbins on the spindle are about worn off because I have to use thicker blades. So thanks again for your help getting my deck off. Have a great day.
Suggestion, make sure your blades are on very tight because they shouldn’t wear the nubbins off if the blades are tight. I have seen them wear when the blades are loose.
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Thanks. Did you know the spindle holes have no treads? I have to take it back to the dealer to see if I can get a spindle with treads or have them tap the holes for me. What a pain. ESP, since I have to drive 30 miles to do that. Anyway have a great day. and thanks for you advice. If only we lived closer you could have fixed it. LOL
@@stevenf1953 If you were able to reclaim the bolts from your old one they should be self tapping bolts. Use a little bit of oil and start the bolt and then run it down tight. You should be OK that way. A lot of them do not have threads when you purchase them especially the aftermarket.
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Yes! they are self tapping bolts. I just have to be careful and put them in very straight or i can mess them up and they won't tighten correctly. Thanks again for all the advice. I really wish I lived closer to you so you could fix my mower when it needed it. Have a great day
Great helpful simple down to earth no bull. Removed deck changed blades reassembled in 90 minutes. Great videos. Many tks!
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Exceptional instruction. Exactly the moment I needed it. Thanks. Love UA-cam.
TY, I'm glad it was helpful :)
That was an excellent video! Great explaining as you you showed everything and the camera person did an excellent job making sure that captured each step! I would give you top marks for making such a great, helpful video! I watched another video first and it was a waste of time.
THANK YOU! 💥💥💥
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That was a first class explanation with great video. No wasted time. I don't any more engine info at the moment, but I'll subscribe anyway. I wish you the best with your channel.
I replaced those Butterfly pins with 1/2" hitch pin clips from Home Depot. Makes removal so much easier, particularly at the cable. Another guy did the same from his comment on another video.
My blades need replacing and I was gonna take it to the shop. After watching your helpful video I am sure I can do the job myself. I subscribed and gave it a thumbs up. Thanks!
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Thank you for this video! step by step, well explained.
Very good video. My xt1 mowes in the summer and pushed snow in the winter. The deck gets in the way on pushing snow so your video helped me out. Happy holidays my man
I’m glad it was helpful. Now that you have switched out, I hope you do not need the plow!!!
Searched several videos. This was the best one. Cheers.
I’m glad it was helpful:) Thank you for watching:)
Thank you very much for the excellent information on this Cub Cadet model!!
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Thank you for this video. This puts the manufacturer's video to shame!
Thank you! I’m glad it helped you!
Buddy, you just made life a lot easier. Billy thanks.
I'm glad it was helpful! Thank you for watching :)
Nicely done told me everything I needed to know!
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I spent a half hour reading the manual and set aside a hour to do this project. Then my wife suggested I look on UA-cam - wow! I had the mower off in less than 15 minutes. Why didn't Cub Cadet make he instructions as simple as you did?
I’m glad you found my video and it made it much easier! UA-cam is great for so many things, I use it for everything:). Thank you for watching and the kind comment!
Love folks like you! ❤️❤️❤️
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A lot easier than working on a diesel engine!!
Nice job showing how this is done. Thanks!
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Fantastic video. Very helpful.
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Great video. Thank you.
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Very simply with your great instructions!❤
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Thank you for the detailed video. I’m dating myself but, Two Thumbs Up!
Thanks so much for this! I always struggle with the final pin and cable. I go on a swearing tirade every time I have to remove that cable.
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Quick and easy to follow. Thank you.
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Excellent video thank-you for sharing.
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Video showed the last step awsome thank you
Thank you for watching ! I'm glad it was helpful!
You saved my life. Thank u good sir❤
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Great vid but I have a question. My deck is drooping to one side and I can see that the brackets (the one with the two nuts on it) are NOT level. The nuts on one side are higher than on the other side. Ultimately, I get a very uneven cut. I'm dropping the deck tomorrow, sharpening the blades and reinstalling it BUT, how do you get those lock nuts to bust loose in order to even them up? Thanks and again, great vid!
Using a large wrench that fits, you should be able to unlock so you can adjust the level. I will make a how to level a mower deck on a XT1 when I get one in.
I followed you directions and it's as level as a table now. Thanks again!
Thanks man great tutorial there always has to be something that’s a pain looks like spring not too bad I’m going to tackle this today my dad Always said if it was easy anybody could do it LOL.
Very informative and easy to follow 👍
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Thanks - you make it look easy - good video
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Thanks for the video Great instructions and demonstration!
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Thanks for this video
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Dude. Great vid.
Thanks Patrick, I’m glad this video was helpful.
did it along with the video , thanks
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If you just push the bracket on the left side in it comes out the hole and you don't have to unscrew the other side. There is enough clearance to drop the belt
Good looking out! I will give that a try next time.
That was quick.
Great video thanks so much. I'm not sure about the second spring connection. I got the PTO engagement spring but the other one I didn't mark where it went. Looks like just below the cable spring?
Hi Diana, check this video out on how to install a drive belt. It may show you the spring you are talking about. Go to the 5:30 mark to see spring. ua-cam.com/video/4EK-Bfer0IY/v-deo.html
Thank you, this was really helpful and motivating.
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Thanks for the video! Now, do a video reinstalling the deck. Getting the deck off was way easier than getting back on. Is there some hack to getting the blade cable clip. I’ve had my deck off twice, and this is the only hang up. It takes me a some time to get this clip back in place. I got lucky both try’s. Thanks
That was an older video. I should have a better one out next season but this video may help you in the near future. ua-cam.com/video/4EK-Bfer0IY/v-deo.html. Start watching at 11:48
Thanks so much. We are pretty much doing it the same way, but I don’t have the finesse that you have with this. Thank you.
I MIGHT REPLACE THOSE PINS I hate those things they are hard to get off . At least the oil cleanout is easier to get too than the one on my 42 inch mower I am thinking of getting a scew on extender for it and I am also going to replace all my old zerk fitting covers . The covers make it easier to keep those grease fittings cleaner on the wheels also . i see now they come in colors so they will be easier to see than my old black ones . I like the circle pins better not sure what they are called. I also like the closed glove compartment on my 42 inch cub cadet I keep oil wrench and tubing for oil clean out and a few other tools in it I may need .Plus I prefer the metal pulley covers my other 42 inch cub has those cheap plastic ones and screw that holds belt keeper inside all got loose so had to replace them with a longer screw with bolts ontop .42 inch has 188 hours on it now and new one has 28 hours on it . Idid not have to mow as much this summer . Plus while hubby was in the hospital after heart attack my nieghbors mowed my yard a couple of times for me . GREAT NIEGHBORS .
Dudes got one arm doing more then me
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Good video. Do you have a video on how to replace the drive belt ?
Drive belt for the transmission or mower deck?
Much help
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Have trouble with my blade engagement lever... It will not engage some times why not??? I do blow it all off when I am done each time & rinse at the hose site on deck!!
I can only guess without seeing your machine but I would say the water and rinsing it may have rusted some parts. Disconnect your blade engagement cable and make sure the cable is running smoothly inside the outer cover. Then make sure your blade engagement arm in the mower deck is moving freely.
Thank you, I was able to get the deck down, how in the heck do you get the clip back on to the cable, which was difficult to remove as you pointed out
The clip will go on, keep working at it. I’m glad the video was helpful :)
Excellent vid. Thank you Sir!!
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Great video. Thanks
Thanks I’m glad it was helpful:)
I have XT1 Signature Cut 50 inch deck. Do you know of any videos about it?
Hi Bob, I have this one ua-cam.com/video/PPeBaWxOSmQ/v-deo.html . I also have several on the XT2 with 50" deck and they look similar other than tire/rim and deck color. Just search 50" deck in the search section of my channel. Are you looking for a certain video?
Thank you and well done!
I’m glad it was helpful
Does any know why blades would be uneven on a 2019 42 inch cut? The blades are not bent they are brand new. The left side runs around perfect on the deck. The other side the blades is running about 1/4 inch below the deck.
Things to look for (1)If you installed new blades, they must come across each other evenly in the center or you will have a bad cut(2) adjust all tire pressure (3) level mower deck.(4) you may have to straighten your mower deck if you hit something in the past and by putting new blades on it still cuts uneven.
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I need a little bit of help with pto electric i can’t seem to find it or a hook up for it on my xt1 cub cadet with 50 “ deck
Thank you bro!
Got a 50 inch deck Cub Cadet...Got wire wrapped around the blades do I have to remove the deck or is there an easier way?
You will be better off removing the mower deck but bottom line It’s up to you on how hard it will be..
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Thank you so much for responding. I don't think that i'm capable of removing the deck and putting everything back together correctly. Would it be ok to tip it on its side where the blades are exposed and do it that way? I just bought it last week and only have 6.5 hours on it don't wanna mess it up would laying it on it's side damage the motor in any way? Thanks for responding I really don't know what to do here.
I do not recommend tipping machine on its side.
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines I was even thinking of draining the oil and gas before tipping it on it's side. I looked under it last night, looks like the wire wrapped up on top of the blades I guess that would be the spindle. I watched your video and you are very detailed on how to remove the deck but I just don't feel confident that I could do it successfully putting it back together. Would draining the oil and gas prevent damage to the engine if I tipped it on it's side?
@@JohnsonsSmallEngines Just thought I'd let you know that taking the deck off wasn't necessary at all. I pulled it up on some car ramps then pulled the car ramps out to the side by hand and had plenty of room to take the blades off and totally remove all the wire up on the spindle...30 minute job...No removal of deck necessary...👍💯
Is this the same process for a 42”deck?
Late reply, Yes. I had the 42" deck. It is exactly the same. Pay attention how the spring comes off. It is under the belt and the bar. Make sure it goes back the same way.
I greatly prefer my Cub Cadet but the neighbors John Deere x300 deck removal kicks my Cubs ass.
Poor design on these tractors, having to worry about that pully engage cable dangling when using it without the desk
That’s worse than my old Craftsman, I should have checked before I bought it.
Good job man ! ready to tackle 😀😀
Thanks Dan! You got this:)
Thank you!
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