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30-60 minutes
This part is an OEM from Toro for use with Lawn Mowers. The upper handle is used to hold the handle controls and connect them with the lower handle and deck of the machine. The most common reason for replacing the handle is if it is worn or damaged. This part is sold individually. The tools that you will need to replace the upper handle is a 7/16 inch socket, 9/16 inch socket, and a zip tie.
Handle-upper 99-1596-05
OEM part for: Toro
Part Number: 99-1596-05
$103.43
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This Handle-upper will fit the following 93 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Toro
This item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Mower
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Great part fit just like factory
The part arrived in good condition and in a timely manner especially in the mist this pandemic The part was a perfect fit and the mower is working like new again.
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Lawnmower like new again
Had to wait for parts - back ordered. When it got here, easy replacement and feels like new again
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October 11, 2019
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Cable-traction broke, upper handle was breaking
nathan - October 28, 2018
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set
It was a pretty easy repair, just undo all the screws and bolts on the old parts and then put the new ones in (some of the parts, like bolts were still in good shape so I mixed and matched for what worked best regarding nuts and bolts). The traction cable does have to be set in the cable anchor properly so that it stays in place on the handle but otherwise it is very straight forward replacement of parts.
One thing I got wrong, though, is that the upper handle is not symmetric and the bolt securing the cable anchor has a square head, so you'll want to make sure to get that right...square hole goes to the left size (orientation is relative to the mower being in front of you, like you are holding the handle and mowing). I didn't realize that until I had the whole thing almost entirely back together again. If you miss that like I did, you can also use a hammer to seat the bolt so you don't have to disassemble everything again.
One thing I got wrong, though, is that the upper handle is not symmetric and the bolt securing the cable anchor has a square head, so you'll want to make sure to get that right...square hole goes to the left size (orientation is relative to the mower being in front of you, like you are holding the handle and mowing). I didn't realize that until I had the whole thing almost entirely back together again. If you miss that like I did, you can also use a hammer to seat the bolt so you don't have to disassemble everything again.
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Upper handle broke where it connected to lower handle
Frederick - October 21, 2016
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Removed self propel unit, then removed upper handle, attached upper handle and replaced self propel unit.
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