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Great instructional video. I just replaced the steering kit on my CC-30H which had started acting up last year and was quickly deteriorating. The hardest part was removing the old cotter pins on the rear steering linkages. They were a little inaccessible and I had to loosen the yellow fender shrouds to get hold of them with the BIG pliers. Took me about two hours (and I took a break).

Dude, I love precision, and this was precision! You should lecture at Harvard. Precise, concise and to the point. No razzle-dazzle, just the facts, ma'am. This guy gets to the point, and take it from there to the finish line. Quick and clear.

Let me start off by saying this is one of the best instructional videos I have ever watched. Fantastic job and many thanks for posting this! I am not very mechanical but, after watching your video, I was confident I could do it myself. After buying the repair kit and my first torque wrench on Amazon and writing down the instructions you gave, I was able to complete the job in less than two hours. I am so proud and grateful for the guidance and tips in your video. If anyone else is like me and needs a step-by-step list of the instructions, I am posting the one I made from your video. How to Install the upgraded MTD Steering Rack Service Kit (753-11064B) 1. Remove top plastic piece. 2. Push spring-loaded button and pull up on steering wheel. 3. Remove Phillips screw holding top plastic piece. 4. Rotate top plastic cover counter-clockwise to free tabs and lift up. Rotate it to the side and out of the way. 5. Remove black pushpin retainers from front and back of steering column. - Raise top center pin just enough to get under the whole retainer, the larger round part. 6. Lift lower plastic piece and rotate it to the side out of the way. Use tape to hold it out of the way. 7. Clean the top of the deck and notice the 2 carriage bolts. This is where the 2 nylon lock nuts will go. 8. Align the steering wheel (with spring-loaded button engaged) with wheels. Mark the steering column, the steering column bushing, and the frame with a marker. 9. Raise front of mower. 10. Use a ½” socket to remove center Nylock nut from end of the steering shaft. Discard. 11. Use needle nose pliers to remove cotter pins on the rear steering linkages from the steering spindle. Steering linkages should be hanging freely. 12. Use 7/16” socket to remove Nylock nuts on both sides of the steering rack, holding carriage bolts from the top, if necessary. 13. Remove steering support, steering rack and steering linkages. 14. Remove one of the remaining carriage bolts hanging down from the top so that, later, the steering rack assembly can be attached by the remaining bolt & rotated into place. 15. Slide off the pinion gear. 16. Align the new plastic rack support in the new support bracket by laying it down, sliding sideways, then twisting up, where it should hold in place. 17. Grease the inside channel of the rack support and the angle of the rack and slide it into the rack support, as well as the teeth on the steering rack. 18. Remove linkages from old steering support. The left one is silver and the right one is gold, looking from open side with plastic support to the rear. Transfer one at a time to new housing. 19. Align center line on steering rack with the center hole on the housing. 20. For future maintenance: Apply a little anti-seize lubricant to spline shaft where pinion gear goes. 21. Slide pinion gear onto steering shaft. 22. Mount rack assembly (open end at front) at an angle, with the remaining carriage bolt and connecting the teeth of the rack onto the pinion gear and lightly threading the new lock nut. 23. Double check that the steering wheel is centered before attaching remaining bolt. 24. Install other carriage bolt from the top and thread lock nut onto it. 25. Make sure the rack is centered. 26. Slowly tighten both 7/16” lock nuts, then torque to 90 inch pounds. 27. Tighten larger ½ “ lock nut to 185 inch pounds, with someone holding the steering wheel. 28. Insert tie rod ends into the hole on the steering spindle and install new bow-tie cotter pins. 29. Insure drive shaft is aligned. 30. Reinstall lower plastic cover and lock in place with push pin retainers. 31. Install upper plastic collar and rotate clockwise to lock in place. 32. Re-install Phillips screw into front of upper plastic cover. 33. Re adjust steering wheel into position with spring-loaded button.

No grease fittings except on the wheels. I used spray lithium and lubed the steering shaft, the spindles (king pins) and the gear plate. Mine was ok, just hard to steer and squealing. Aired up the tires and now it steers great.

This is by far ...... one of the best DIY videos I have ever used. Two thumbs up!!!!

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Robert, glad it helped!

Thanks for this info, I was wondering what the hell was going on with my steering.

As usual, this young man rocks with perfect (9.9+++++++) presentation, analysis, intonation, to-the-point instruction, and clarity. For those of us who love all things mechanical, we salute you Sir. Well done. (From Florida, USA).

I used this kit on my Troy BILT TB 30R. Man what a difference! Super easy to install.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Bill!

Thank you for the video and thank you MTD for modifying the steering. I have replaced 5 of these on the same more and I think I finally replaced my last one. I was struggling with the new insert until I found this video. Thanks again.

Thanks!!! Excellent video...just did the repair. Videos like this help save us thousands over a lifetime. Hardest part is getting out those pins..took me awhile to get the first one out..basically just destroyed it .. also a little tricky to get the part back on..

Make sure your front tires are properly inflated as this caused strain on the steering components. Always inspect the bushing where the shaft comes through the floor.👍

Did mine last week,cut my grass this week worked fine thank you for the video

This is awesome. Facing the same situation

Just did the surgery...with success, thanks to you Eliminator! You are so right about those farging *#! circlips....(Get the tool...save 30+mins.) Best regards,

Congratulations on reaching this milestone and thanks for another well rounded tutorial.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Shade Tree!

I came across your video a few months back, we have a 2020 cc30h and sure enough the steering started acting up last week, I watched your video again, ordered a kit from Amazon that had the exact same parts, replacement was fine except for the bow tie pin on the right side kept popping out so I just reused the pin,what a difference, no more sloppy steering 👍thank you for your video’s, saved me $$$$ from having to take it to a shop

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Cheers Bobby Joe, glad it helped!

The Craftsman rear-engine Riders are the exact same issue thank you for your detailed very understanding video

I Love DETAIL videos like this, thank you so much Brother!!!!

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words!

This is a outstanding video on the steering issue thanks

Thanks, you put out a clear instruction video making me confident I can do the work myself.

Congrats on reaching 50k. You are doing a great job on this channel!!

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Nash!

Just to thank you for the great tutorial. I did it myself with your help. Really appreciate it!🙏👍

Thank you for this video! Very well explained, really helped installing the new kit ... cheers!!

Congrats on 50k. As always, good clear instructions on repair. Stay Safe. Rick

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick!

I like especially the secure bolt on the chain hoist

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, always thinking of safety, I don't want to hurt myself. Thanks for watching!

First of all CONGRATULATIONS on hitting the 50k half way mark to the Platinum KZread plaque. Secondly i must commend you on the thumbnail just a great idea including the 3 colours used on the different models that are sold you have a great thought process when putting together your videos. Third and most importantly even though most of your videos are well done with great audio and video angles with easy to follow instructions and explanation, personally i think this may be your best one yet. Everything looked so smooth i would think an 8 year old with tools could follow this video and get the job done. Fourth and final cannot wait to see the giveaway video and what you come up with. Thanks again the OLD MAN over and out!

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

For 100,000 subscribers you get a Silver play button plaque, so as you said, we're halfway there! Thanks for the kind words, I figured people would like the Red, Orange and Yellow rider. Took a while to make that one, but it was well worth the time as it turned out great!

@rogermcdonald1607

2 жыл бұрын

Well said Wayne! Always good video and audio instructions on this channel!😎 #EliminatorPerformance

@waynestefinashen239

2 жыл бұрын

Yes you are correct Silver but you deserve a Platinum

That was an awesome in-depth on the repair. Of course, I found this AFTER I had to do mine. Lol But the repair kits make a huge difference. You covered every step perfectly. 👉👍

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

It's too bad Part's stores are still selling the old gear and slide, they should be helping people out and tell them it's been updated, this fix is great and works great

Thank you for this.!

Great detailed repair video!! :)

This works for a murray 24 in riding mowing. Same equipment only difference is the color. Murray is red.

Great Vid Elinator! Thank you

Great video, part changed successfully.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Ron!

Excellent video!

Super job! Thanks for the info.

Doing Lords work. Costed me 32$ and an hour to fix this compared to 150$ and a 3 day wait at the repair shop.

Very well done! Thanks!

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Awesome job as usual, good explanation of work.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Awesome fix thanks.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Great video Eliminator Performance video footage is really clear,You explain the job really well , Congratulations on hitting the 50k subscribers well deserved.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for watching!

Thanks great video and extremely informative will be doing this on mine soon

Congratulations on 50k a great achievement there brother. And good how-to video on this mtd steering issue.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Wrenches!

@Turningwrenches85

2 жыл бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance your welcome sir

Wicked job at hitting 50K!

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

One thing I would like to add for this install . You will find the job a lot easier if you remove the front tires so you can easily access the cotter pins. For the removal of the old and install of the new.

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Yea I struggled a bit with that part, other than that it's a fairly straightforward repair. Thanks for the tip!

CONGRATS!

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Gregory!

You da man! Thanks

nice set up EP. ANOTHER WELL EXPLAINED VIDEO! THANK YOU

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again!

@waynestefinashen239

2 жыл бұрын

Can not wait until you start posting your Chubby Butcher videos on KZread

@ChubbyButcher

2 жыл бұрын

@@waynestefinashen239 ❤

Good stuff!

Great video keep up the good work

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Hoss!

MTD is not the only one with this exact same issue. The rear engine riders made by husqvarna, like the weed eater one, have the exact same issue.

excellent video, very helpful

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Congratulations 🎊 👏 💐 great video

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Rick!

Hi I just replaced the rack and gear on my TB30 after watching some of the YT videos on this subject, I got the kit from amazon and it was okay, however a simple file test on the old OEM one and the new one showed that the amzn one is not hardened at all so I don't think it will last to long. The stock one lasted 6 years. I think next year after the season i am going to pull it apart again check the wear and also see if it is high carbon and can be heat treated, then I will go ahead and harden it and put it back. Yeah the one from MTD was $67. US so it was pretty expensive.

@EliminatorPerformance

5 ай бұрын

If the OEM one cost $67 and lasted you 6 years then think of it like costing you $11 per year. Compared to the cheaper Amazon one, is spending the time tearing it apart to heat treat it and reinstall it really worth $11

Nice easy to follow video Jake, congrats on the 50k, you're doing great bud!!! 👍 That was nice of your Old Man to hold the steering wheel for you while you tightened the steering nut. Maybe one day he'll do a video with you and actually get in the video. 🤣🙂

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Yes one of these days we'll get him on there, thanks for watching!

@Big_Johns

2 жыл бұрын

Anytime brother, you'll probably have to use a shotgun to get him on there. 🤣

@waynestefinashen239

2 жыл бұрын

John how did you see me in that video, i was like the invisible man lol

@Big_Johns

2 жыл бұрын

Strangely enough thats how I knew it was you. 🤣🤣

I uses cub cadets parts to fix steering on my murray riding mower

I'm in Australia and I own a Rover Mini Rider Hydro, also made by MTD. Exact same rack, same issue. I've replaced 3x racks myself in the last 12 months, each time I called MTD they were out of racks and said there was no problem with the design. I had to order replacements from Amazon overseas and they'd last for about 3 months before they'd fail again. So glad they've finally released an upgrade! MTD Australia can't tell me when they're getting stock of the kits, but I've just replaced the rack AGAIN so to make it last until I can get the upgrade kit, I've put a zip tie above the rack in the black plastic guide to stop it from backing out (different to where your customer had theirs, behind & above the rack). See how she goes! Thanks for the vid.

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Yea the new white plastic rack support is superior, more sturdy and should not wear out as fast as the old black ones. Good luck!

I wish they'd use a bushing in the bracket for the pinion shaft.

Congrats on reaching 50,000 subscribers Jake! Well deserved for your channel. Nice repair on the Cub Cadet rack. 👍🇨🇦🇺🇸Roger

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Roger!

Excellent video. Q: do you have a video on how to replace the actual steering shaft itself? Thanks.

👍great job

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Robert!

@robertmailhos8159

2 жыл бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance thank you for your reply young man 😎

Good ideal on chain hoist bolt but I’ve never done it, but I don’t have any china hoist eather

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

I think I trust that bolt more than the china chain fall 😂 but it's worked great over the years

*MTD has once again updated this service kit, please read the following* At the time of filming this video (Jan 2022) the 753-11064B was the latest upgrade kit (it was published Aug 9th 2021) with the white Teflon plastic piece. However, as of March 2022 (2 months after filming this video) MTD has now issued a new service kit # 753-11064C with black plastic being used once again. If you want the latest upgrade service kit, I would recommend you use 753-11064C. The link below will show you the latest service kit info; cdn.datamanager.arinet.com/file/mtd/2ecc33cd-3fbd-4990-a5db-49e5da9edbb4

Great video. My mower cuts terrible. One side cuts higher than the other. Terracing I believe it's called. MTD says can't be fixed. Only front to back. Any suggestions?

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Start with evening out tire pressure to proper specs, I believe 14psi front and 10psi rear. Then you go and look at deck hanger linkage, see if anything is bent. One of my latest videos I posted 2 week ago shows a craftsman with this issue due to a bent rod

Helpful vid but I wish it showed how to remove the pinion gear so I could put the new one on from the kit. As it was, I had to leave the old one on. Fortunately, it was not the issue…it was the bad teeth on the bar. Steers like a Crown Vic now!

@EliminatorPerformance

6 күн бұрын

@@edsweeney5647 they are splined so they should just pull off

@edsweeney5647

6 күн бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance thanks, mine was not happening.

what if the linkages are twisted? i got them out.. but now i cant get them back in!? Ugh.. lol its too hot outside today to get frustrated by this! hellllp!!!

Great Video. I have the craftsman R110. Since you did not mention it, does that kit fit my craftsman as well?

@philliphall5198

Ай бұрын

Should fit

Can you tell me where you got the upgraded kit?? There are so many for sale, how do you know its the upgraded instead of the original ? GREAT video Thanks!!!

Can the steering bar be replaced leaving the tires on and working from underneath the front with 2 drive on ramps

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

You might be able to manage but it might be more of a struggle. I'm sure it could be done though.

8:12 Great informational video. My mower is having steering issues now as well. Any tips on how you got access to the cotter pin here? You mentioned the tool you used. But, I can barely see where the cotter pin is, let alone reach it. I have yet to run into a video that actually showed this step. It is very frustrating to know what needs to be done, but not being able to access it. Thank you.

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Cut it off if need be, you'll have to use side cutters and needle nose pliers. That's why they replace them with spring clips

@nakrohtap

Жыл бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance Thanks for the quick response. I guess I will have to go that route. I didn't get the kit yet as almost everyone only has the one with the black insert in stock. I was trying the alternate way of tightening the bracket first before getting the kit. So, I would need to get some clips separately first.

If you put the mower vertical that way are you draining the gas and oil first or is it sealed well enough that is not an issue?

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Not an issue, let the mower sit for maybe 15 minutes before firing it up. This one didn't smoke at all.

I’m thinking this might work on my R 110 craftsman? I bought my little craftsman about three years ago

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Yes it should

Do you work on Scag Turf Tigers

Can you lower the steering on the Troy bilt 30” mower. It’s a bit high for mowing.

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

Look for the Push button on the steering column, you depress the button and push down on the steering wheel

@tigergreg8

Жыл бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance Oh. I never saw a push button on the column. I’ll have to check and see again. It’s my Moms mower and she was saying the steering is high. She’s had it for 3 years at least and I assumed it was a fixed unit

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

@@tigergreg8 they are telescopic steering columns. I believe these machines are all built the same, but it may be optional. MTD owns Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt and Craftsman

Hi, Do you know the individual Part number of the White Steering Rack Support. I would like to order a couple of spares since its a Plastic Part and will wear out. Thanks

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

I do not, as I just get them as a kit. Try calling MTD and talk with tech support?

Great video. Tons of confusion on proper kit item#. Cub website shows for 753-11064B shows a black rack support while 753-11064C shows a white one. the C part isn’t showing anywhere. My dealers said the black is current updated one and what will come in the 753-11064B they order for me. Who knows what I will actually get.

@EliminatorPerformance

8 ай бұрын

Yea MTD changed the part numbers 2 months after filming this! Ugh, frustrating lol I haven't done one since but the photos show the black plastic being used again. I guess time will tell what happens.

@todddukeshier7169

8 ай бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance Dealer told me there was a service bulletin but I don’t know what the date of it was. No trust in what I’m getting and whether it will be the most updated “new” fix.

@EliminatorPerformance

8 ай бұрын

@@todddukeshier7169 all I know (from the service bulletin I read) is that the C part number is the latest at the moment. When you order online you can get anything, as vendors just cross reference. But when you order directly from the dealer, they *should* sell you the latest part, but the issue is they have old stock they need to clear out. My recommendation would be to order the C part number from a cub dealer and read the part number on the package when you get it!

@todddukeshier7169

8 ай бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance Dealer contact their tech support and was told they changed they changed C to B but no clue which part I’m getting as they had to order from a distributor with MTD being out with eta of 11/10.

Will the repair kit resolve imo excessive steering wheel play?

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

It might get a bit better, but it won't solve it

HELP , Can you tell me how to raise the RPMs on the mower. It seems a bit low and runs at 3200 RPMS full throttle with the PTO engaged. Seems like it needs higer RPMS to cut he grass easier. How do I adjust the throttle to gains more ROMS on the Cub cadet CC30H , the throttle plate looks identical to the one on your video. Thank

@mikealldredge9638

2 күн бұрын

Should be the governor adjustment !

My club cadet cc30 has a lot of play in steering wheel what can I do?

@EliminatorPerformance

9 ай бұрын

Not much other than the full steering kit, but it will still have a bit of side to side play when you turn the steering wheel

Can't get this part in Australia no one could get it I had to make my own steering set up

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

I've heard many things aren't being shipped to Australia at the moment due to the times were in unfortunately. I'm sure once everything goes back to normal, MTD will be shipping this product to Australia. Thanks for watching!

@waynestefinashen239

2 жыл бұрын

Took us two weeks to get it shipped from the USA wonder what shipping would be to Australia? My dad fought in WWII with a bunch of Aussies, said they were the best in the world and he wanted to take a trip there but passed away before he had the chance. Maybe one day someone from my family will visit.

I’ve found out heavy people steering goes bad twice as fast as a 150 lb person, sadly it’s just what I’ve been seeing 😢

Hello, i see there is a 753-11064C version . What is the difference between the 753-11064b vs 753-11064C

@EliminatorPerformance

Жыл бұрын

As far as I can tell, the B was the update kit as of Aug 9th 2021 with the white Teflon plastic piece. When I run the number for the C it once again shows the black plastic. The 753-11064C looks like it's now the updated kit (with black plastic being used once again) and that was updated on March 14th 2022 cdn.datamanager.arinet.com/file/mtd/2ecc33cd-3fbd-4990-a5db-49e5da9edbb4

@cristobalbeltran3532

Жыл бұрын

@@EliminatorPerformance Thank you

They Should Make The Plastic Piece Out Of Brass And Use Some Lube Once In Awhile. DUGH?

50k👍👍👌👌

@EliminatorPerformance

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Pete!