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
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Product Description ?
- 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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Customer Repair Instructions ?
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Steering linkage separated
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Lock Ball Joint fell apart and couldn't steer front wheel at all.
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
, Vise Grips, Socket Wrench
Parts Used
Ball joint wore and broke lawn mower would not steer
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
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.
Ball joint was worn out
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Steering bushing siezed due to lack of grease.
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
Ball joint on the right wheel broke.
Tool Type
Lawn Mower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
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.
Gear on steer shaft stripped out
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Wrench Set, Small hammer
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.
Ball joint had worked loose from steering arm.
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Thread the ball joint from the drag link
Reassemble in reverse
Steering rod ball joint broke
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Replaced Ball Joint
Tool Type
Lawn Tractor
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set
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