CUB CADET RZT-S 50 Loud Grinding Blades On
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Mower Deck Spindle Assembly
The spindle contains internal ball bearings that support the blade shaft under high RPM. Over time, the seals fail, allowing moisture to cause anaerobic corrosion on the bearing races. When the blades are engaged, the belt tension forces the shaft into an eccentric rotation, causing the damaged steel balls to grind against the pitted races, creating a loud mechanical resonance through the mower deck.
SKU: 918-04126B
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5%
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Deck Idler Pulley
The idler pulley maintains constant tension on the deck belt using a sealed bearing. If the bearing grease has dissipated or 'cooked' due to friction, the bearing will spin dry. The grinding occurs specifically when the blades are turned on because the PTO engagement increases the side-load pressure on the pulley, forcing the dry bearing components into high-friction contact.
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4%
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Electric PTO Clutch
The PTO clutch uses an electromagnetic field to pull a friction plate into contact with the drive pulley. If the internal bearings that allow the pulley to freewheel have failed, or if the air gap is misaligned, the engagement will result in metal-on-metal grinding. This failure is located directly under the engine crankshaft rather than on the mower deck itself.
SKU: 917-04174A
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DIY Repair Guide
Watch exactly how to replace the Mower Deck Spindle Assembly.
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