John Deere Original Equipment Rod #GX26333

What It Is

The John Deere Original Equipment Rod #GX26333 is a factory replacement rod used in the mower deck lift linkage on select John Deere lawn tractors. It connects the lift handle to the deck hangers, enabling you to raise and lower the cutting deck.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower deck size and model series. Rod #GX26333 is designed for 42-inch and 48-inch decks on John Deere D100, D110, D120, D130, D140, D150, D155, D160, D170, and certain LA-series tractors (LA105, LA115, LA125, LA135, LA145, LA155, LA165, LA175). Also fits X300 series (X304, X310) and older Sabre/Scott’s models. Check your deck lift linkage: if the rod is bent, broken, or missing, this is the direct OEM replacement. Aftermarket rods from Amazon or eBay may be cheaper but often have looser tolerances—this is genuine John Deere, so bolt-hole alignment and rod length (approx. 11.5 inches) are exact. Always measure your old rod’s center-to-center hole distance to confirm.

Key Things to Know

• Quality: OEM steel rod with corrosion-resistant coating—holds up better than aftermarket zinc-plated versions.
• Installation: Easy DIY job. Remove two cotter pins or hairpin clips, slide old rod out, slide new one in, reinstall pins. No tools beyond pliers.
• Common gotcha: The rod can be confused with the longer GX26334 (for 54-inch decks). Double-check your deck size before ordering.
• Price point: At $12.23, it’s a steal compared to dealer markups ($18–$25). Buying OEM avoids fitment headaches.

Should You Buy It

If your John Deere’s deck won’t lift smoothly or the rod is visibly bent/broken, this is the exact fix. It’s a no-brainer for D100 or X300 owners—cheaper than a dealer trip and far more reliable than a generic replacement. Skip it only if your model uses a different lift linkage (e.g., Z-series zero-turn mowers).