{"product_id":"deck-kit-craftsman-lt2000-42-95404060","title":"42-Inch Deck Rebuild Kit for Craftsman LT2000, Cub Cadet \u0026 MTD | 954-04060 Belt","description":"\u003ch2\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003e42-inch deck rebuild kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is built for select \u003cstrong\u003eCraftsman LT2000\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eMTD\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eToro LX\u003c\/strong\u003e, and related 42-inch mower deck applications using the listed belt, blade, spindle, and idler pulley part numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes the main wear parts commonly replaced during a mower deck refresh: \u003cstrong\u003e2 spindle assemblies\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2 mower blades\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2 flat idler pulleys\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e1 deck drive belt\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a good option when your 42-inch mower deck has noisy spindle bearings, worn blades, slipping belts, noisy idler pulleys, uneven cut quality, deck vibration, or multiple deck parts that need to be replaced at the same time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Match your mower model, deck size, blade count, and original deck part numbers before ordering. Supplier data connects this kit to Craftsman LT2000 and also lists Cub Cadet, MTD, and Toro LX part paths. Do not order by model name alone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eKit Includes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e spindle assemblies with pulleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e mower blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2\u003c\/strong\u003e flat idler pulleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1\u003c\/strong\u003e deck drive belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCompatible Brands \u0026amp; Model Series\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis deck rebuild kit is intended for select \u003cstrong\u003e42-inch mower decks\u003c\/strong\u003e using the listed replacement part numbers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsman:\u003c\/strong\u003e select LT2000 42-inch deck applications using the listed part-number path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 42-inch tractor mower decks using the 918-04822A spindle path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 2010-style 42-inch deck applications using the listed replacement numbers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eToro LX:\u003c\/strong\u003e select 42-inch deck applications using the listed blade and spindle path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFitment note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brand and model names are fitment clues only. Match your original belt, blade, spindle, and idler pulley numbers before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces Common Deck Belt Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet \/ MTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 754-04060, 754-04060A, 754-04060B, 954-04060, 954-04060A\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional Supplier References:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4L960K, GX10065, GX10851, M71817\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelt Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/2 inch x 96 inches\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelt note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplier fields list the \u003cstrong\u003e754-04060 \/ 954-04060\u003c\/strong\u003e belt path, while the detailed belt specs list a \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 inch x 96 inch\u003c\/strong\u003e belt with additional references. Match your original belt number and belt length before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces Common Blade Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet \/ MTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 742-04126, 742-04308, 742-04312, 742-0616, 742-0656, 942-04308, 942-04312, 942-0656\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional References:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1031, 330-872\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 21-1\/4 inch blade, 2-1\/2 inch width, .156 inch thickness, H-pattern center hole for 6-point star spindle shafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBlade note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit includes two blades for select 42-inch decks. Confirm blade length, center hole style, and blade count before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces Common Spindle Assembly Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet \/ MTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 618-04822, 618-04822A, 618-04889, 618-04889A, 618-04950, 918-04822, 918-04822A, 918-04822B, 918-04889, 918-04889A, 918-04950\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional References:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2531-4, 285-868, 80-12-062, 82-058, LAS20-0005, LTX1040\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e pulley included, approximately 6-inch pulley OD, designed for 6-point star spindle shaft applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle hardware note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplier data states the spindle housing has no pre-cut threads and uses thread-cutting bolts. Confirm whether mounting hardware is included with your kit or reuse\/replace hardware as required. Supplier data references \u003cstrong\u003eLAE40-0021\u003c\/strong\u003e thread-cutting bolts, 5\/16 inch-18 thread, 3\/4 inch length, with 4 bolts required per spindle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpindle note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit uses the \u003cstrong\u003e918-04822A\u003c\/strong\u003e spindle path. Do not confuse it with similar 42-inch MTD kits using the \u003cstrong\u003e918-04456 \/ 918-04461\u003c\/strong\u003e spindle path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eReplaces Common Idler Pulley Numbers\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCub Cadet \/ MTD:\u003c\/strong\u003e 753-08171, 756-04129, 756-04129C, 956-04129, 956-04129C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditional References:\u003c\/strong\u003e 112-0314, 12675\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdler Pulley Specs:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-7\/8 inch OD, 3\/8 inch ID, 1 inch height, zinc-coated metal construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdler note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit includes two flat idler pulleys. Confirm pulley size, mounting location, belt routing, and original pulley numbers before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore Ordering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBefore ordering this 42-inch deck rebuild kit, confirm:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour mower uses a \u003cstrong\u003e42-inch 2-blade deck\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour original belt number matches \u003cstrong\u003e754-04060\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e954-04060\u003c\/strong\u003e, or another listed belt reference\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour blade numbers match the \u003cstrong\u003e742-04308 \/ 942-04308\u003c\/strong\u003e blade path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour spindle numbers match the \u003cstrong\u003e918-04822A \/ 618-04822A\u003c\/strong\u003e spindle path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour idler pulleys match the \u003cstrong\u003e756-04129 \/ 956-04129 \/ 753-08171\u003c\/strong\u003e idler pulley path\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour blades use the correct H-pattern center hole for a 6-point star spindle shaft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour spindle mounting bolts and deck shell are compatible with the listed spindle housing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYour deck shell, belt guides, idler arms, spindle mounting holes, and tension system are in usable condition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDo not install parts until fitment is confirmed. Installed deck parts may not be eligible for return.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon Symptoms This Kit Helps Fix\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoisy spindle bearings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck vibration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUneven cut quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDull, bent, cracked, or worn blades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck belt slipping, squealing, or jumping off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoisy or loose idler pulleys\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlade wobble or bearing play\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple deck parts worn at the same time\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eInstallation Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePark the mower on a level surface and disconnect the spark plug before working on the deck\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTake photos of the belt routing before removing old parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the deck shell for cracks, wallowed holes, rust damage, or bent mounting areas\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCheck spindle mounting bolts, blade bolts, washers, belt guides, idler arms, pulleys, and tension springs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm the spindle housings and mounting hardware match your deck before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare the new parts to your original parts before installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfirm both idler pulleys are installed in the correct locations before routing the belt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter installation, rotate the blades by hand with the mower off to confirm there is no contact or binding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTest the mower at low speed first and listen for vibration, belt tracking issues, squealing, or unusual noise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy From PTO Direct USA?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast USA shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFitment-first product descriptions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear part-number routing for mower deck repairs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeck parts organized by belts, blades, spindles, pulleys, and rebuild kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupport for homeowners, repair shops, and mower owners\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNeed Help Confirming Fitment?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure whether this kit fits your mower, send us your mower model number, deck size, blade count, and photos of your original belt, blades, spindle assemblies, idler pulleys, mower deck, and mower ID tag before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes this fit Craftsman LT2000?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is listed for select \u003cstrong\u003eCraftsman LT2000\u003c\/strong\u003e 42-inch deck applications, but the part-number path also references Cub Cadet, MTD, and Toro LX components. Confirm your original belt, blade, spindle, and idler pulley numbers before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat belt comes in this kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes a deck belt listed for the \u003cstrong\u003e754-04060 \/ 954-04060\u003c\/strong\u003e belt path. Supplier specs list the belt size as \u003cstrong\u003e1\/2 inch x 96 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat blades come in this kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes two blades replacing the \u003cstrong\u003e742-04308 \/ 942-04308\u003c\/strong\u003e blade path. The blades are listed as \u003cstrong\u003e21-1\/4 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e with an H-pattern center hole for 6-point star spindle shafts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat spindle numbers does this kit replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes two spindle assemblies replacing the \u003cstrong\u003e918-04822A \/ 618-04822A\u003c\/strong\u003e spindle path, along with related numbers listed above.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre the spindle pulleys included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Supplier data lists the spindle assemblies with pulleys included. The listed pulley outside diameter is approximately \u003cstrong\u003e6 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat idler pulley numbers does this kit replace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes two flat idler pulleys replacing the \u003cstrong\u003e756-04129 \/ 956-04129 \/ 753-08171\u003c\/strong\u003e idler pulley path.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs this the same as the 918-04456 MTD Gold deck kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Both kits may use a similar belt family, but this kit uses the \u003cstrong\u003e918-04822A\u003c\/strong\u003e spindle path. The 918-04456 \/ 918-04461 spindle path is a different deck setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow many blades and spindles are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit includes \u003cstrong\u003e2 mower blades\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2 spindle assemblies with pulleys\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2 flat idler pulleys\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003e1 deck belt\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I order this kit by mower appearance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Do not order by appearance alone. Match your mower model, deck size, blade count, belt number, blade number, spindle number, idler pulley numbers, and deck layout whenever possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed individual deck parts instead?\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/belts\"\u003emower deck belts\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/blades\"\u003emower blades\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/spindles\"\u003espindle assemblies\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pulleys\"\u003edeck pulleys and idlers\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeed a different deck setup?\u003c\/strong\u003e Browse the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/deck-parts\"\u003emower deck parts catalog\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PTO Direct USA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53119006114159,"sku":"KIT-MTD-42-91804822A","price":144.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/5058\/6735\/files\/deck-kit-craftsman-lt2000-42-95404060.jpg?v=1781596617","url":"https:\/\/ptodirectusa.com\/products\/deck-kit-craftsman-lt2000-42-95404060","provider":"PTO Direct USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}