{"product_id":"602304","title":"Hustler OEM 602304 Hydraulic Drive Flat Idler Pulley (5.00\") Fits X-ONE, X-RIDE Models.","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eHustler OEM 602304 Hydraulic Drive Idler Pulley\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eThe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHustler OEM 602304 Hydraulic Drive Flat Idler Pulley\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eis manufactured with strong sealed steel alloy and high-quality ball bearings to ensure dependable operation in harsh, wet, hot, and dirty conditions. Built to original specifications, this Flat Idler is designed to maintain\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ecorrect Hydraulic Drive Belt tracking and Tension on the Hydraulic Drive System. Rough or Damaged Idler Pulley Bearings May cause slippage, premature belt wear, and vibration. Flat Idler Pulleys Primarily Only Retain the Back Side of the Belt or the Flat Side of the Belt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- BEFORE YOU ORDER CALLOUT --\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"border: 2px solid #cc0000; background-color: #fff5f5; padding: 15px; margin: 20px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e⚠️ Before You Order – Verify Fitment\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003eHustler Idler Pulleys will vary by Mower Model, Hydraulic Pump Drive Layout, Belt Routing, and Idler Arm Type. Do Not Order by Appearance Alone. \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003eRefer to the Model Fit Chart for an Accurate Break down of Specific Model Number Usage.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot sure?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eContact us with your\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHustler Model and Serial Number\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand We’ll Help Verify Fitment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eWhat This Part Does\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps Maintain Proper Belt Tension in Compatible Hustler Drive Systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports Smooth Belt Tracking and Reliable Power Transfer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReplaces Worn, Noisy, Loose, or Damaged Idler Pulleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Hustler OEM Replacement Part for Proper Fit and Performance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003ePart Details \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHustler\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e602304\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupersession:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003en\/a\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHydraulic Drive Idler Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePulley Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFlat Idler Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOutside Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e  With Flange: 5 1\/2\" - Without Flange\/Belt Arbor 5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInside Diameter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e11\/16\" Commonly Uses a 5\/8\" Fastener\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWith Flange 15\/16\" - Without Flange 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMetal Pulley Construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAssociated Parts \u0026amp; Fasteners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eRefer to the Detail Parts Diagrams in the Images for Additional Parts Info.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eFits These Hustler Models\/Families\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eVerify your model number is Listed in the Model Fit Chart Below before ordering.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX-ONE Series\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e(2016 - Current Models)\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cem\u003e* Only 52\", 60\" \u0026amp; 72\" SIDE DISCHARGE \u0026amp; 54\" \u0026amp; 60\" REAR DISCHARGE MODELS \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eX-RIDE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(All Models)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eModel Fit Chart \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 176, 80); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eX-ONE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e(2016 - Current)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e* 52\", 54\", 60\", 72\" Side \u0026amp; Rear Discharge Models\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e936237, 936245US, 936252, 936260, 936278, 936286, 936294US, 936302, 936310, 936328, 936336, 936740, 936765, 936773, 936781, 936799, 936815, 936823, 936831, 936849, 939314, 939322, 940056, 940064, 940072, 940080, 940106, 940114, 940122, 940130, 940197, 941062, 941070, 941369, 941831, 941856, 941864, 941872, 941880, 941898, 941922, 941930, 941971, 942201, 942334, 942797, 943399, 943407, 943787, 943795, 943803, 943811, 943829, 943837, 943845\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 176, 80); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eX-RIDE \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 128, 0); text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e(All 60\" Models)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e944074, 944868\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eIdler Pulley Preventive Maintenance \u0026amp; Replacement Checks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Worn Idler Pulley OR Rough Idler Pulley Bearings may cause squealing, vibration, Belt Tarring or Burning, Hydraulic Slippage and Drive or Drive Tracking Failure. If the Idler Pulley Bearings Feels Rough, Noisy, or Loose, Replacement is Recommended. Preventive Idler Pulley Problems can be Checked by Periodically Removing the Belt Tension and Hydraulic Drive Belt and Spinning the Idler Pulleys to Determine if they Have Rough Bearings and Wiggling them to see if there is Excessive Play Remember a Bad Idler Pulley Can Always Contribute to Additional Mower Deck Component Failures.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eInstallation Tips\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDisconnect spark plug wires - To Prevent Accidental Starting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRelease Hydraulic Drive Belt Tension Spring before removing the Old Idler Pulley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove Idler Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the Idler Arm and\/or Idler Slide for excessive play - Inspect Hydraulic Drive Belt for Excessive Wear - Most Time it is Recommended to Replace the Hydraulic Drive Belt with the Idler Pulley.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstall New Idler Pulley\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTorque Mounting Bolt securely OR Nut (.625 or 5\/8 Fasteners, Torque to 90 ft.- lbs. or 122 Nm) - Do not Overtighten as this may Damage the Pulley Bearing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify Correct Adjustment is Made to the Belt Refer Below or to the Images for Correct Hydraulic Drive Belt Adjustment Directions and Specs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter Installation, Verify Proper Belt Routing and Tension before Starting Mower.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStart the Unit and Test Drive the Unit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/0028\/7141\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-27162627_787f4cae-b455-47d6-bbb5-275015e792d1.png?v=1780328989\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/0028\/7141\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-28085529_45007f4b-4a3a-4b9c-8032-12ea8a9df7ce.png?v=1780328962\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/0028\/7141\/files\/Screenshot2026-05-29143656_e9d87a6c-4cc3-45fd-a8ba-f9afe1cac50f.png?v=1780329029\" alt=\"\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hustler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45022729502885,"sku":"602304","price":31.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0639\/0028\/7141\/files\/e51efdf3-ceea-46d4-9975-9bcec940af70.png?v=1780327444","url":"https:\/\/hillyridge.com\/products\/602304","provider":"Hilly Ridge Sales \u0026 Service","version":"1.0","type":"link"}