Quick Answer
The Cub Cadet GT1554 54-inch garden tractor uses the 917-05001 electric PTO clutch path when matched to the model numbers shown below. The matching 54-inch deck parts path uses the 954-0642 deck belt, 942-0677B blades, and 918-04608A spindle assemblies.
This guide is for the confirmed Cub Cadet GT1554 and GT1554 VT 54-inch deck path shown below.
Cub Cadet GT1554 PTO Clutch Table
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| Model Name | Model Number | Deck Size | OEM PTO Clutch | Superseded Number | PTO Direct Product | Fitment Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cub Cadet GT1554 Cub Cadet GT1554 VT | 14AK13BK009 14AK13BK010 14AK13BK056 14AK13BK256 14AK13CK010 14VR13CK009 14VR13CK010 | 54-inch deck | 917-1774C | 917-05001 | 917-05001 PTO Clutch | Confirmed PTO clutch path for this GT1554 model number. |
Cub Cadet GT1554 54-Inch Deck Parts Table
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| Component | Quantity | OEM Part Number Path | PTO Direct Product | Fitment Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deck Belt | 1 | 754-0642 / 954-0642 / 112-0933 | 954-0642 Deck Belt | Confirmed 54-inch deck belt path for this GT1554 deck configuration. |
| Blade | 3 | 742-0677 / 742-0677A / 742-0677B / 942-0677 / 942-0677A / 942-0677B / 490-110-M117 | 742-0677 / 942-0677B Mower Blades | Uses three matching blades on this 54-inch deck path. |
| Spindle Assembly | 3 | 618-04608 / 618-04608A / 918-04608A / 618-0671 / 918-0671 / 918-0671B / 918-0671D | 618-04608 / 918-04608A Spindle Assembly | Uses three spindle assemblies for this 54-inch deck path. |
Deck Path Note
The GT1554 path in this guide uses the 954-0642 belt, 942-0677B blades, and 918-04608A spindle assemblies. Do not merge this spindle path with the 618-04125 / 918-04125 spindle path used on some other Cub Cadet 54-inch lawn tractor decks.
Before Ordering
- Confirm your mower is a Cub Cadet GT1554 or GT1554 VT.
- Confirm your model number is listed in the PTO clutch table above.
- Use the 917-05001 PTO clutch for the PTO clutch path.
- Use the 954-0642 deck belt for the deck belt path.
- Use the 742-0677 / 942-0677B mower blades for the blade path.
- Use the 618-04608 / 918-04608A spindle assembly for the spindle path.
Common Symptoms
- Blades will not engage when the PTO switch is pulled
- PTO clutch clicks but the deck belt does not spin
- Blades engage cold, then slow down after mowing for 10 to 30 minutes
- Deck belt slips, squeals, or jumps off the pulley path
- Rough spindle bearings, vibration, or uneven cut quality
- Burning smell near the clutch or deck belt area
FAQ
What PTO clutch fits a Cub Cadet GT1554?
The Cub Cadet GT1554 model numbers listed in this guide use the 917-05001 PTO clutch path. This replaces the 917-1774C PTO clutch shown in the model diagrams.
Is 917-1774C the same replacement path as 917-05001?
Yes. For this GT1554 54-inch model path, 917-1774C supersedes to 917-05001.
What deck belt fits the Cub Cadet GT1554 54-inch deck?
This GT1554 54-inch deck path uses the 954-0642 deck belt. This belt also follows the 754-0642 and 112-0933 replacement path.
What blades fit the Cub Cadet GT1554?
This 54-inch deck path uses three 742-0677 / 942-0677B mower blades.
What spindle fits the Cub Cadet GT1554?
This GT1554 54-inch deck path uses the 618-04608 / 918-04608A spindle assembly path. The diagram path includes 918-0671B, which supersedes to 918-04608A. Three spindle assemblies are used on the deck.
Is this the same spindle path as the SLT1554, LGT1054, or SLTX1054?
No. This GT1554 guide uses the 618-04608 / 918-04608A spindle path. The SLT1554, LGT1054, and SLTX1054 guides use the separate 618-04125 / 918-04125 spindle path.
Need help confirming fitment? Email PTO Direct USA with your mower model number and deck size before ordering.