ACEBRI 070-0056-00 PTO Clutch for Bad Boy ZT Elite, for Bad Boy 070-0056-00 Walk Behind (2017-2023), Maverick Raider (2024) Electric PTO Clutch

What It Is

This is an electric PTO (power take-off) clutch that engages and disengages the mower blades on select Bad Boy zero-turn and walk-behind mowers. Designed as a direct replacement for OEM part 070-0056-00, it’s for machines with electric blade engagement from 2017 onward.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Confirmed fit: Bad Boy ZT Elite (2017-2023), Bad Boy 070-0056-00 Walk Behind (2017-2023), Maverick Raider (2024).
• Not compatible with older Bad Boy models (pre-2017) or other brands without verifying shaft size and bolt pattern.
• Check before buying: Measure the crankshaft diameter (typically 1” or 1-1/8”) and the PTO mounting bolt pattern (usually 3-bolt or 4-bolt). Count the wire connector pins (usually 2-pin flat or square). Cross-reference your old clutch’s part number—if it’s not 070-0056-00, this won’t fit.
• Deck size doesn’t matter; it’s engine-driven, not deck-driven.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: ACEBRI is an aftermarket brand. With only 2 reviews, long-term durability is unproven. Expect it to work but not last as long as an OEM Bad Boy clutch.
• Installation: Moderate difficulty—requires basic tools (socket set, torque wrench, possibly a puller). You’ll need to remove the belt, unbolt the old clutch, and reattach wiring. Allow 1-2 hours.
• Common gotcha: The air gap between the clutch and engine flywheel must be set to 0.010-0.015” after install. Use a feeler gauge. Too tight or too loose will cause slipping or failure.
• Wiring: Match wire colors exactly (usually red/black or green/black). Reversing polarity damages the clutch.

Should You Buy It

If you need a budget-friendly PTO clutch for a 2017-2023 Bad Boy ZT Elite or 2017-2023 walk-behind, and you’re comfortable with a DIY install and potential shorter lifespan, this is a decent value. For a Maverick Raider (2024) or if you want guaranteed durability, stick with the OEM Bad Boy 070-0056-00 clutch.