ATTN: John Deere Users!!!!

[Gatewayuser]

Anyone using the JD's that have a ball joint type control linkage on the zero turns make replace them at around 1,000hrs!!! Just had a second one go out, 1st one around 1k and this one at 1.5k. This is VERY dangerous when it occurs, you lose all control in which ever side becomes disconnected. I easily could have been killed if I was at the next job! Also its a special order part so buy them before it goes out.

[Jimslawncareservice]

What model mower do you have?
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[Gatewayuser]

Originally Posted by Jimslawncareservice

What model mower do you have?
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It's a 717A 54 inch with the 23hp kaw. I bought it new in 2006/7.

[Jimslawncareservice]

Originally Posted by Gatewayuser

It's a 717A 54 inch with the 23hp kaw. I bought it new in 2006/7.

Never heard of it til now. I wonder if its the same as the new ones? I have a z950.
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[Gatewayuser]

Originally Posted by Jimslawncareservice

Never heard of it til now. I wonder if its the same as the new ones? I have a z950.
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Not sure but PLEASE make sure to take a look, I'm really afraid this problem is going to get someone killed!

[Jimslawncareservice]

I'll keep an eye on them. Mine has around 300 hours.
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[mefast]

looked at my 920a and it also uses that style.pretty scary

[Gatewayuser]

Originally Posted by mefast

looked at my 920a and it also uses that style.pretty scary

Keep an eye on it, also get a couple for when it goes out. You can't move the mower when it decides to go.

[MJB]

Double zipties help hold them from popping off . That sounds like a bad place to use those tie rods as they are notorius for popping loose.