918-06977A 618-06977 Spindle Assembly - Fits 46 Inch Mower Deck Cub Cadet XT1-LT46 XT2-LX46 KH KW FAB Craftsman T8200 T8600 T3100 T2800 T240 T225(2-Pack)

What It Is

This 2-pack of spindle assemblies (model 918-06977A / 618-06977) is the rotating hub that drives your mower blades. It’s designed for 46-inch fabricated (FAB) decks on Cub Cadet XT1 and XT2 series, plus several Craftsman T-series models.

Fitment & Compatibility

Check your deck type first – this fits only fabricated steel 46-inch decks (common on XT1-LT46, XT2-LX46, and Craftsman T8200/T8600/T3100/T2800/T240/T225). It will not fit stamped steel decks.
OEM vs aftermarket – this is an aftermarket replacement, not genuine Cub Cadet. It matches OEM dimensions, but verify spindle shaft diameter (typically 7/8”) and bolt pattern (3-bolt, 2.75” spacing).
Don’t rely solely on model name – measure your old spindle’s housing height (approx. 3.25”) and bearing bore size. If your deck has a grease fitting on the spindle housing, this replacement does too.

Key Things to Know

• Quality – Buyers report this is a solid value, but some note the bearings feel slightly less smooth than OEM after a season. Grease them before first use.
• Installation difficulty – Moderate. You’ll need a socket set, a jack to lift the mower, and a puller for stubborn spindles. Expect 30–60 minutes per spindle.
• Common gotcha – The included bolts may be slightly shorter than OEM. Reuse your original hardware if possible, or buy Grade 8 bolts separately.
• Warranty – No explicit warranty info in the listing, so treat it as a budget replacement.

Should You Buy It

If you have a fabricated 46-inch deck on one of the listed Cub Cadet or Craftsman models and want to save ~40% over OEM spindles, this 2-pack is a practical choice. It’s not for heavy commercial use, but for residential mowing it’ll get you mowing again without breaking the bank.