BIGBearing HiTorque 130ftlb Solid Steel Billet Pulley PTO Clutch 917-04326A for Cub Cadet GT2000 GT2050 GT2148 GTX2100 GTX2154 XT3-GS XT3-GSE XT3-GSX Huskee w/Larger Pulley Bearing Mower 917-04326

What It Is

This is a heavy-duty aftermarket PTO clutch pulley designed to replace OEM part 917-04326A on select Cub Cadet and Huskee lawn tractors with 50-54-inch decks. Its solid steel billet construction and larger bearing handle higher torque (130 ft-lb) for demanding mowing or blower use.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Direct fit models: Cub Cadet GT2000, GT2050, GT2148, GTX2100, GTX2154, XT3-GS, XT3-GSE, XT3-GSX, and Huskee models using the same OEM pulley.
• Measure before buying: Confirm your deck’s pulley diameter and shaft size (typically 1-inch bore, 5/8-inch keyway). The larger bearing may require extra clearance inside the deck housing.
• OEM cross-reference: Replaces 917-04326A, 917-04326, and equivalents. Verify your current pulley part number stamped on the old unit.
• Not universal: Will not fit smaller decks (42-inch or under) or tractors with different PTO clutch designs (e.g., electric clutch models).

Key Things to Know

• Installation: Moderate difficulty—requires removing the old pulley, cleaning the shaft, and torquing the center bolt to spec (typically 40-50 ft-lb). A puller tool is often needed for stuck pulleys.
• Quality: Solid steel billet is more durable than stamped OEM pulleys, but the larger bearing can wear faster if debris gets in. Inspect the bearing seal periodically.
• Gotcha: Some users report the larger bearing rubs against the deck belt guard on certain XT3 models. Test clearance before final reassembly.
• No electronics: This is a mechanical pulley, not an electric clutch—no wiring changes needed.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you own a compatible Cub Cadet GT or XT3 series with a 50-54-inch deck and want a tougher replacement than the stock stamped pulley, especially for heavy mulching or snow blower use. Skip it if you need a direct OEM fit for a smaller deck or if your current pulley is fine—the larger bearing may cause fitment headaches on tight decks.