618-04456 918-04456 Deck Spindle Rebuild Kit for White Outdoor Troy Bilt Huskee 42'' LT542H Pony 13AD771G731, for MTD Gold 13AJ795G004,2 Blade 742-0616 2 Spindle 918-04461 96'' Belt 754-04060, 2 Idler

What It Is

This is a deck spindle rebuild kit designed for 42-inch cutting decks on select White Outdoor, Troy-Bilt, Huskee, and MTD Gold lawn tractors. It includes two spindle assemblies, two blades (742-0616), a 96-inch belt (754-04060), and two idler pulleys—everything needed to refresh the entire spindle and blade drive system in one purchase.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Deck size: 42-inch stamped deck only. Not for 38-inch or 46-inch decks.
• Models confirmed fit: Troy-Bilt Pony 13AD771G731, Huskee LT542H, MTD Gold 13AJ795G004. Also fits many similar MTD-built tractors with 42-inch decks and two-blade spindles.
• OEM cross-reference: 618-04456, 918-04456, 918-04461, 742-0616, 754-04060. The spindles are aftermarket replacements for OEM MTD parts—verify your existing spindle part number before ordering.
• What to check: Measure your deck width (42” edge-to-edge). Confirm your tractor’s model number (under seat or frame) includes “42” in the deck code. Count blades—this kit is for 2-blade decks only. Measure your current belt length; it must be 96 inches exact.

Key Things to Know

• Quality vs OEM: Aftermarket spindles are generally fine for homeowner use, but housings may be slightly thinner than OEM. Expect 2-3 seasons of normal use before bearing wear.
• Installation difficulty: Moderate. Requires removing the deck, unbolting old spindles, and transferring the pulley and blade. Have a impact wrench and penetrating oil handy—spindle bolts are often seized.
• Common gotcha: The belt (96”) may fit tight on some decks. If your original belt was 95.5” or 97”, this won’t work. Measure your old belt before buying.
• Blade compatibility: Blades (742-0616) are 20.5” long with a 1” center hole and 5-point star drive. Confirm your deck uses star-drive blades—round-center or oval-hole blades will not fit.

Should You Buy It

Buy this kit if you own a 42-inch Troy-Bilt, Huskee, or MTD Gold lawn tractor with a two-blade deck and need a complete spindle rebuild with new blades, belt, and idlers in one box. It’s a solid value for DIY homeowners who want to refresh the entire cutting system at once, but skip it if you need OEM-grade durability for heavy commercial use or if your deck uses a different belt length or blade type.