130794 Spindle Assembly, 128285 Spindle Compatible with AYP/Hu/Craftsman LT1000 Riding Mower, LT2000 Lawn Mower with 38" 42" Deck, Replace 532130794 128285 with 3 Tapped Bolts & Holes, 2 Pack

What It Is

This is a replacement spindle assembly (2-pack) for the mandrel that drives your mower blades on Craftsman, AYP, and Husqvarna LT1000/LT2000 riding mowers with 38" or 42" decks. It mounts the blade to the deck and houses the bearings that allow it to spin freely.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your deck size is exactly 38" or 42" (measure blade tip to blade tip, not deck shell width). This spindle uses 3 tapped bolt holes (5/16"-18 thread) and 3 bolts included—it will not fit decks with 4-bolt patterns or unthreaded holes. It replaces OEM part numbers 532130794, 130794, and 128285. Fits most AYP/Husqvarna/Craftsman LT1000, LT2000, and similar models from the early 2000s to current. Check your old spindle’s bolt pattern and shaft diameter (this one is 3/4" shaft) before ordering.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Aftermarket part, but the 4.8-star rating suggests it’s durable. Bearings are sealed and pre-greased.
• Installation difficulty: Moderate. You’ll need to remove the deck, unbolt the old spindle, transfer the pulley and blade (use a puller if stuck), and bolt the new one in. Torque the mounting bolts to 20-25 ft-lbs.
• Common gotcha: The included bolts are for the deck mount only—your old pulley nut and blade bolt are not included. Reuse them, and use thread locker on the blade bolt.
• Deck compatibility: Will not fit 46" or 54" decks. If your deck has a 4-bolt spindle pattern, this won’t work.

Should You Buy It

If you have a 38" or 42" Craftsman/AYP riding mower with a 3-bolt spindle pattern, this is a solid, cost-effective replacement for a worn or noisy spindle. The 2-pack covers both spindles on a 38" deck (or one side plus a spare for a 42"). Avoid if you need OEM or have a different bolt pattern.