Husqvarna Chain Guide Plate Part # 501763201

What It Is

The Husqvarna Chain Guide Plate Part # 501763201 is a small metal bracket that positions and guides the drive chain on select Husqvarna rear-engine riders and lawn tractors. It prevents the chain from slipping or derailing during mowing and transmission operation.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your machine’s model number—this guide plate fits specific Husqvarna rear-engine riders and tractors, including models like YTH1542, YTH1842, YTH2242, and GTH2248 (check your owner’s manual or parts diagram). It is an OEM Husqvarna part, so aftermarket alternatives may exist but vary in fit. Measure the existing guide plate’s hole spacing and thickness (roughly 2.5” centers and 3mm thick) to match. This part is not universal—verify it’s for your deck or transmission chain, not engine or blade drive.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: OEM steel construction; durable but can wear over time if chain tension is too tight or too loose.
• Installation: Simple bolt-on replacement—remove the old plate, clean the area, and install with the original hardware. No special tools needed.
• Common gotchas: The plate is directional—ensure the curved side faces the chain path. Over-tightening bolts can strip threads; use hand-tight plus a quarter turn.
• Check chain condition: If the plate failed, inspect the chain and sprockets for wear or damage to avoid premature failure of the new part.

Should You Buy It

If your Husqvarna tractor’s drive chain is skipping, making noise, or has come off track, this $7.99 OEM guide plate is a cheap, reliable fix. It’s a no-brainer for DIY owners who want to restore proper chain alignment without replacing the entire chain system. Skip it if your chain or sprockets are badly worn—replace those first.