Aeagle 717-0906 753-05319 Spindle Assembly 717-0906A 917-0906 917-0906A 285-110 82-500 Fit for Cub Cadet 1106 1208 1238 MTD 600 805 Series 32" 42" Deck G 38" Deck F (2 Pack)

What It Is

This is a replacement spindle assembly (2-pack) for the blade drive system on select Cub Cadet and MTD lawn tractors. It mounts the mower blade, houses the bearings, and transfers power from the belt to spin the blade. Designed for 32", 38", and 42" cutting decks.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your deck model and spindle hole pattern. This assembly fits:

• Cub Cadet: 1106, 1208, 1238 (and similar) with 32" or 42" decks (G deck), or 38" deck (F deck).
• MTD: 600 and 805 series tractors with compatible decks.
• OEM cross-references: 717-0906, 753-05319, 717-0906A, 917-0906, 917-0906A, 285-110, 82-500.

Check these three things:

1. Deck size and type: Measure your deck width and note the deck letter (e.g., G, F). This spindle is not universal—wrong deck = no fit.
2. Bolt pattern: Measure center-to-center distance between mounting holes on your old spindle. This assembly uses a standard 3-bolt pattern, but spacing varies by model.
3. Blade shaft diameter: Confirm the shaft is 5/8" round (most common) and the blade engages with a single bolt. If your deck uses a different shaft size (e.g., 7/8"), this won’t work.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: Aftermarket replacement, not OEM. Users report solid construction with pre-greased bearings, but some note grease seals could be tighter. Inspect before install.
• Installation difficulty: Moderate. You’ll need basic hand tools (socket wrench, jack or blocks to lift mower). Expect 30–60 minutes per spindle. Removing rusted bolts is the main challenge.
• Common gotchas: The 2-pack may include different spindle heights—measure your old spindle height (top of housing to bottom of shaft) and compare. Also, the included bolts may not match all decks; reuse original hardware if possible.
• Bearing life: Pre-lubricated, but not serviceable. When bearings fail, replace the whole assembly. Expect 2-4 seasons of normal use.

Should You Buy It

If you own a Cub Cadet or MTD with a compatible 32"/38"/42" deck and need a budget-friendly, functional replacement, this 2-pack is a solid value at $37.99. It’s not OEM, but it works for most residential mowing. Avoid if you have a different deck letter or need heavy-duty commercial longevity—OEM spindles last longer.