Easy
15-30 minutes
This is an OEM replacement part sourced directly from the manufacturer. Sold individually.
This part is compatible with the lawn tractors listed below.
It is helpful to count the number of threads exposed so when you reinstall it\'ll be back in the same position.
A wrench set is needed for repair.
Joint Assy-lock Ba 923-0448A
OEM part for: MTD, Ryobi, Yard Machines
Part Number: 923-0448A
$25.97
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- Classification: Part
- Weight: 0.12 lbs.
- Shipping: Ships Worldwide
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Compatibility
This Joint Assy-lock Ba will fit the following 4718 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
This item works with the following types of products:
- Lawn Tractor Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 923-0448AB, 923-0048A, 7230448A, 7230448, 723-0448, 723-0448AP, 723-0448A
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Easy and quick repair
The part that was ordered came in very quick. Was able to replace the part on my mower within 3 days of the original part breaking. Quick service parts working great
Guest -
April 17, 2024
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Super easy repair!!!
Received in 5 days, and installed in 10 minutes. Working better than the original. I ordered two for the eventual wearing out of the other side!!!
Glenn -
July 15, 2023
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great repair parts everting worked. well
Everything arrived. On time. and was the correct parts.
MICHAEL -
June 12, 2023
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Steering made better
This part was exactly what I needed. The time spent repairing was vary little. Thank you for your help and sending the part as ask.
Dennis -
May 24, 2023
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Correct part, perfect match, now works like new
Arrived quick!
Guest -
April 19, 2022
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Easy fix
Part was identical to original and easily installed
Guest -
November 13, 2021
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Repair was simple
Correct part, arrived in timely manner, great all around.
Guest -
September 8, 2020
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Great service! The part was exactly right! 15 minutes and he was mowing.
Perfect!
Guest -
July 9, 2020
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stearing repair
I received the part in 3 days. very easy repair, and more importantly it was the correct part. Without a doubt I will order parts again as needed
Guest -
June 30, 2020
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Repeat cx
This is maybe the 4th or 5th time I have ordered and each time I have received the correct parts and in a timely manner
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June 22, 2020
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Steering linkage separated
Alfred - August 28, 2016
👍 24 of 26 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Remove the broken socket from linkage and wheel knuckle. Install the joint on the linkage and then attach it to the wheel
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Lock Ball Joint fell apart and couldn't steer front wheel at all.
Judith - July 1, 2016
👍 12 of 12 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
, Vise Grips, Socket Wrench
Parts Used
Removed old piece and replaced with new piece on inside of front right wheel, and extension piece from above on the other end. Easy to replace...
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Ball joint wore and broke lawn mower would not steer
Avery - October 25, 2016
👍 8 of 8 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
1. Unscrewed broke ball joint from tie rod and unbolted ball socket from tire hub.
2. Screwed new ball joint on to tie rod, making sure that new ball joint at same depth as original.
3. Attached other end of ball joint to tire hub and tightened nut.
2. Screwed new ball joint on to tie rod, making sure that new ball joint at same depth as original.
3. Attached other end of ball joint to tire hub and tightened nut.
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Ball joint was worn out
Tim - May 6, 2017
👍 5 of 5 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Loosen the nut next to the ball joint on the drag link, remove the nut from the bottom of the ball joint and remove. Install the new on in reverse order
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Steering bushing siezed due to lack of grease.
steven - September 6, 2017
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
Removed broken steering arm, and ball joint. Knocked seized kingpin out of axle bushing. Polished with crocus cloth, reassembled with new steer arm and ball joint. Greased machine. Instructed owner to grease monthly.
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Ball joint on the right wheel broke.
Helen - June 30, 2017
👍 2 of 2 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
1. Unscrewed existing nut on old joint.
2. Removed broken joint. (Needed a bit of WD-40 to help unscrew the weather/worn joint.)
3. Screwed on new joint.
4. Refastened nut.
2. Removed broken joint. (Needed a bit of WD-40 to help unscrew the weather/worn joint.)
3. Screwed on new joint.
4. Refastened nut.
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Gear on steer shaft stripped out
mark - June 26, 2017
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set, Small hammer
Removed steer wheel.
Removed cover just under steering wheel.
Set front of mower up on stand to ease access to phillips headed screw at bottom of shaft. Removed it.
Watch for washers and bushing on end of shaft.
Slide old shaft out top slide new one in, making sure bushing is in fitted slot then washer and screw, housing under steer wheel then steer wheel bolted back on.
Removed cover just under steering wheel.
Set front of mower up on stand to ease access to phillips headed screw at bottom of shaft. Removed it.
Watch for washers and bushing on end of shaft.
Slide old shaft out top slide new one in, making sure bushing is in fitted slot then washer and screw, housing under steer wheel then steer wheel bolted back on.
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Ball joint had worked loose from steering arm.
TERRY - June 5, 2017
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Remove the nut from the steering arm
Thread the ball joint from the drag link
Reassemble in reverse
Thread the ball joint from the drag link
Reassemble in reverse
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Steering rod ball joint broke
TOM - June 29, 2016
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
I loosened the nut on the steering drag link. Then removed the nut from the steering arm. I remove the old ball joint. Then threaded the ball joint on the drag link to the approximate same place as the old one, then I put the other end of the ball joint through the steering arm and tightened the nut. Then tightened the nut on the drag link.
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Replaced Ball Joint
Donna - June 3, 2016
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
Remove the the ball joint by removing the nut on the short of the ball joint and pulling it out of the steering block. Then thread the long end of the ball joint from the drag link. Thread the new ball joint on the drag link until it lines up with the hole on the steering block, then tighten the nut on the drag link, and press the short end thru the block and tighten the nut.
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