Hustler OEM 602936 UHMW Idler Rail Slide

 

The Hustler OEM Idler Slide 602936, 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 Models 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 602936 Kit - Comes with 2 x 602936 Idler Rail Slides - 4 x 603023 Weld Nuts - 4 x 603022 Stainless Steel Screws.

 

• OEM Part Number: 602936
• 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 (Side Discharge & Select Rear Discharge Models), X-RIDE, Super Z, Super Z HD, Super ATZ, Diesel Z (Side Discharge)

 

 

Installation Directions

 

1. Park mower on a **flat, level surface**. Engage parking brake and shut off engine.
2. Disconnect spark plug wire to prevent accidental start.
3. Lower the Mower Deck to access the idler assembly 
4. Locate the existing Idler Guide Slide on the Mower Deck where the Idler Pulley and Spring mount.
5. Remove belt from the Idler Pulley by relieving tension between the Idler Pulley and the Mower Deck Belt Via the Chain Used to Retain Tension.
6. Remove Mower Deck Idler Guide Slide (350884). 
7. 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.
8. Loosen the Screw style Fasteners 603022 that thread into the 603023 Weld Nut that Retain the UHMW Rail Slide - By Losing the Fasteners this Will allow you remove worn UHMW Slide Rail (* Inspect and replace 603022 Screw Fasteners and 603023 Weld Nut if Worn or Rusty).
9. Lower the Mower Deck and Install the New UHMW Slide Rail Make Sure 603023 Weld Nut is Position on top of the UHMW Slide Rail Weld Nut Slot Correctly and Torque Fasteners to Correct Torque Specification 
10. 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.
11. Install the 350884 Mower Deck Guide Slide in original orientation.
12. Reposition Idler Pulley and Spring onto the Guide Slide if it was removed. 
13. Reinstall belt over the Pulley or Pulleys and verify proper belt seating on all pulleys.
14. Tension Belt Via the spring and chain using the recommended Spring Measurements. 
15. Raise deck and reconnect spark plug wire.
16. 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 deck belt tension, many Hustler deck assemblies use a **spring measurement from outside hook to outside hook** spring measurement from hook to hook on models that use 781302 Spring 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:

• ?????? - UHMW Rail Slide & Hardware Kit (Comes with Both UHMW Rail Slide and UHMW Rail Slide Fastening Hardware - 603022 Screw & 603023 Weld Nut).
• 781302 - Idler/Slide Tension Spring (Retains Tension on the Mower Deck Belt and is Retained by the Mower Deck Idler Pulley Slide - Standard for all Models).
• 350884 - Mower Deck Idler Slide (Retains the Idler Pulley and Tensioner Spring and Insert into the Rail Slide or Wear Pads).
• ?????? -  Idler Pulley (6″ or 5″ – 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).
• 603023 - Weld Nut (Insert Into the top and into the UHMW Idler Rail Slide - Retaining or Clamping the UHMW Idler Rail Slide to the Mower Deck).
• 603022 - Screw (Fastens from the Bottom or Inside the Mower Deck and threw the 603023 Weld Nut Clamping or Retaining the UHMW Rail Slide).

 

 

 

Specification

Product Number:	602936
Brand:	Hustler
Length:	9.70 IN
Width:	1.85 IN
Height:	0.50 IN
Weight:	0.220 LB

 

 

Model Fit:

 

* 602936 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 (Side Discharge & Select Rear Discharge Models) 

(Models 2011 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2011 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)

 

Models are Currently Not Listed Will Be Eventually

 

X-RIDE (Side Discharge)

 

944074

Super Z (Side Discharge)

(Models 2011 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2011 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)

 

929927, 929935, 929943, 929950, 930875, 931048, 932012, 932020, 932038, 932046, 932129, 932137, 932970, 932988, 933457, 933929US, 934232, 934240, 934265, 934273, 934281, 934984US, 934992, 935007, 935015US, 935031, 935049, 935056US, 936872, 936880, 936898US, 936922, 936930, 936948US, 936989, 937714, 937722, 937730, 938985, 938993, 941138, 941146, 941153, 941161, 941179, 941187, 941377, 941385, 942342, 942771, 942763, 942805, 942813, 942821, 942839, 942854, 942870, 942888, 942896, 942920, 943852, 943860, 943886, 943894, 943928, 943936

 

Super Z Hyper Drive (Side Discharge)

(Models 2013 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2013 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)

 

932145, 932152, 932160, 932996, 933002, 934323, 934349, 934687, 934695, 934919, 934927, 934943, 934950, 934968, 936997, 937003, 937029, 937037, 937045, 937110,  939561, 939579, 939587, 939595, 941229, 941237, 941252, 941260, 941278, 941294, 941302, 941310, 941534, 941542, 942219, 942227, 942235, 942243, 942250, 942359, 942979, 942995, 943001, 943019, 943027, 943050, 943068, 943969, 943977, 943993, 943985, 944017, 944041

 

Diesel Z (Side Discharge)

(Models 2018 and Later are Listed - Models Listed Prior To 2018 Will Not Be Listed If Applicable)

 

Models are Currently Not Listed Will Be Eventually

 

 

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