Description
Hustler OEM 601619 UHMW Idler Rail Slide
The Hustler OEM Idler Slide Wear Pads 601619, Made from a Tough Poly-Type of material, eliminates the wear from metal on metal as well as Rusted Idler Arms that don't function properly resulting in kicking Belts off by binding etc. This Design is exclusive to Select Hustler Model's and Allows for your belt to have a large range of back-and-forth motion from Mower Belt Slap as well as the added benefit of inexpensive replacement Parts to be replaced versus replacing larger expensive part from unnecessary wear. * Sold Individually - If you wish to Oder the Complete Assembly Order 601619 Kit - Comes with 2 x 601619 Idler Rail Slides - 4 x 608059 Nuts - 4 x 784199 Stainless Steel Screws.
Note: Rear Discharge Super Z, Super Z HD, Diesel Z Models Will Use Two Idler Pulley Tensioner Systems - Mower Deck Idler Slide Arm 114133 will Be Used on the Primary Belt (Which Travels from the Engine to Select Lower Mower Deck Pulleys) - Correct UHMW Idler Rail Slides/Wear Pads For 114133 would Be 601779. Its Partner 114105 Idler Guide Slide Will Be Used on the Secondary Mower Deck Which Will Travel on Between the Upper Pulleys Only on the Mower Deck - Correct UHMW Idler Rail Slides/Wear Pads would be 601619.
- OEM Part Number: 601619
- Part Name: Mower Deck UHMW Idler Slide Rail/ Wear Pad
- Brand: Hustler OEM
- Category: Deck Parts – Idler & Tension Components
Fits These Hustler Models
* Verify your model number in the Model Fit Chart Below before ordering - variations may occur depending within Model and Families. If your Model is not List Feel Free to Contact us with your Model Number to Verify Correct Usage for you Model Number.
X-ONE (Select Early Models), Super Z, Super Z HD, Super 88, Super 104, Super ATZ, Diesel Z - Rear Discharge Models
Super S, Super SF - Side Discharge
Installation Directions
- Park mower on a **flat, level surface**. Engage parking brake and shut off engine.
- Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental start.
- Lower the Mower Deck to access the idler assembly
- Locate the existing Idler Guide Slide on the Mower Deck where the Idler Pulley and Spring mount.
- Remove belt from the idler pulley by relieving tension between the Idler Pulley and the Mower Deck Belt Via the Chain (If Applicable - Used to Retain Tension).
- Remove Mower Deck Idler Guide Slide (350884, 117576, 126700, 608529-4 or 114105).
- Raise the Mower Deck - May Need to raise the front of the mower or drive it onto a set of Ramps be Sure to Use Safety Jack Stands to Prevent Injuries - Using a Scraper of Some Type clean the grass away from the fasteners on the bottom side of the Mower Deck.
- Loosen and Remove the Screw style Fasteners 784199 that thread into the 608059 Nuts that Retain the UHMW Rail Slide (* Inspect and replace 784199 Screw Fasteners and 608059 Nut if Worn or Rusty).
- Lower the Mower Deck and Install the New UHMW Slide Rail Make Sure 784199 Fasteners is from the top of the UHMW Slide Rail and Torque Fasteners to Correct Torque Specification
- Inspect associated components like the Idler Pulley, Tension Spring, Mower Deck Guide Slide - replacing as needed
- If you Raised the Front of the Mower, Lower it at This time.
- Install the 350884 117576, 126700, 608529-4 or 114105 Mower Deck Idler Guide Slide in original orientation.
- Reposition Idler Pulley and Spring onto the Guide Slide if it was removed.
- Reinstall belt over the Pulley or Pulleys and verify proper belt seating on all pulleys.
- Tension Belt Via the spring and chain (If Applicable - use the recommended Spring Measurements).
- Raise deck and reconnect spark plug wire.
- Perform a test run - verify smooth idler travel and correct deck belt operation - Visually Recheck Mower Deck Belt to Unsure that it Remained in Correct Alignment Position after Operation.
Spring Measurement & Belt Tension Notes
For correct Mower Deck Belt tension, Select Hustler Mower Decks with the adjustable 21 Link Chain and 781302 Tension Spring Combination use a **spring measurement from outside hook to outside hook** spring measurement from hook to hook on models that use should be 9.3 in. - 10.0 in. Review the Image Below for example of Measurement. (For Additional Spring Measurement Length Refer to manufacturer notes in Mower Deck Belt routing section of Service Manual).

Installation Tips & Best Practices
- Always route the deck belt as shown in your mower’s owner or service manual before installing the idler slide (For Additional Mower Deck Belt References on Correct Mower Deck Belt Routing, refer to the Images under Correct Mower Deck Belt Part Number for your Particular Model on Hilly Ridge Website - Correct Part Number Can be Found on Hilly Ridge Website by Typing Part Number in the Search tab or Typing Mower Deck Belt for Model ----- in the Search Tab).
- Inspect all pulleys for smooth rotation and replace if they Wobble Excessively or the Bearings Seem Rough.
- Use proper belt tension measurement (spring length and pulley travel) to avoid belt slip under load.
- Apply Small Amount of Grease or Lubricant to the Idler Guide Slide and UHMW Rail While Re-assembling.
Related & Wear-Item Parts
These parts are commonly serviced or recommended at the same time:
- 601619 KIT - UHMW Rail Slide & Hardware Kit (Comes with Both UHMW Rail Slide and UHMW Rail Slide Fastening Hardware - 784199 Screw & 608059 Weld Nut).
- 781302 - Idler/Slide Tension Spring (Retains Tension on the Mower Deck Belt and is Retained by the Mower Deck Idler Pulley Slide or Idler Arm). * Excluding Super S & Super SF Models Only - * Usage and Placement May Vary Depending on Model and Family.
- 607616 - Idler/Slide Tension Spring (Retains Tension on the Mower Deck Belt and is Retained to the Mower Deck Idler Pulley Slide). * Super S Models Only.
- 607584 - Idler/Slide Tension Spring (Retains Tension on the Mower Deck Belt and is Retained Via the Mower Deck Idler Pulley Slide). * Super SF Models Only.
- 114105 - Mower Deck Idler Slide (Retains the Idler Pulley and Tensioner Spring and Insert into the Rail Slide or Wear Pads). * X-ONE, Super Z, Super Z HD, Super ATZ, Diesel Z Rear Discharge Models.
- 350884 - Mower Deck Idler Slide (Retains the Idler Pulley and Tensioner Spring and Insert into the Rail Slide or Wear Pads). * Super 104 Models
- 117576 - Mower Deck Idler Sled (Retains the Idler Pulley on the Center Mower Deck Edges of the Mower Deck Next to Both the Right and Left Wing and Enables the Idler Pulley to Travel Accordingly and Compensate for the Raising and Lower of the Right and Left Wing or Slides with the Applied Tension of a Additional Idler Arm and Tension Spring - Super 88 will use it in the Center of the Center Mower Deck as Well as on the Edges Whereas the Super 104 Uses 350884 in the Center and 117576 on the Edges). * Super 104, Super 88 Models
- 126700 - Mower Deck Idler Slide (Compensates and Slides with the Applied Tension of an Additional Idler Arm and Tension Spring). * Super S Models
- 608529-4 - Mower Deck Idler Slide (Compensates and Slides with the Applied Tension of an Additional Idler Arm and Tension Spring). * Super SF Models
- ?????? - Idler Pulley (Depending on Mower Deck Width/Model/Family - to Find Correct Mower Idler Part Number for your Particular Model on Hilly Ridge Website - Correct Part Number Can be Found on Hilly Ridge Website by Typing Part Number in the Search tab or Typing Mower Deck Idler for Model ----- in the Search Tab - Review the Idler Usage Charts and always to Make Sure your Model Number is listed in the Model in the Model Fit Chart).
- 608059 - Nut (Installed on the 784199 Screw on the Inside or Bottom-Side of the Mower Deck - Retaining the UHMW Idler Rail Slide to the Mower Deck).
- 784199 - Screw (Fastens from the Topside of the UHMW Idler Rail Slide [Molded for the Screw Head] and into the 608059 Nut Retaining the UHMW Rail Slide to the Mower Deck).
Specification
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Product Number: |
601619 |
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Brand: |
Hustler |
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Length: |
6.95 IN |
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Width: |
1.25 IN |
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Height: |
0.50 IN |
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Weight: |
0.135 LB |
Model Fit:
* 601619 May Be Used on Additional Models/Families like Deisel Z & X-One Models - Due to Lack of Information and Details - Hilly Ridge Will Continue to MANUELLY Improve the Model Fit Chart with Time - If you Have any Questions on Exact Fit Feel free to Message or Call us.
X-ONE (Rear Discharge Only)
(Models 2011 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2011 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)
Super Z (Rear Discharge Only)
(Models 2011 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2011 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)
930024, 930065, 932053, 932061, 934216, 934224, 935023, 935064, 936914, 936955, 940031, 940049, 941195, 941203, 942862, 942912, 943910, 943944
Super Z Hyper Drive (Rear Discharge Only)
(Models 2013 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2013 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)
932178, 932186, 934307, 934315, 934935, 934976, 937011, 937052, 941245, 941286, 941559, 941567, 943035, 943043, 944025, 944033
Diesel Z (Rear Discharge Only)
(Models 2018 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2018 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)
Super ATZ (Rear Discharge Models)
No Listed Model Numbers
Super 104
Models are Currently Not Listed Will Be Eventually
Super S (Side Discharge Only)
Models are Currently Not Listed Will Be Eventually
Super SF (Side Discharge Only)
Models are Currently Not Listed Will Be Eventually
Super 88
936617, 939546
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Contact us with your Hustler model and serial number and we will verify the correct part before you order.
