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    Sears Craftsman DYS4500 Tie Rod Ends

    I'm guessing some old guy will want it for $25 or $50 bucks for the whole thing as is (maybe much more), but I doubt parting it will be worth your time. I had to hire a lawn guy this year due to extra job requirements, but I still want the tractor for pulling a lawn trailer and mowing the...
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    Sears Craftsman DYS4500 Tie Rod Ends

    Follow-up question for anyone with a second opinion -- SearsPartsDirect said the left-hand steering spindle was no longer available. I ordered one from ereplacementparts.com, and it arrived today. Same part #, same photo in the ad, but the actual part is missing the steering stops. I sent a...
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    Sears Craftsman DYS4500 Tie Rod Ends

    RandyT, Thank you! I think my error was including the decimal in the part number ("917.287261"). All the parts are now on order, and I appreciate your help. Greg
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    Sears Craftsman DYS4500 Tie Rod Ends

    I don't know the name if it, but the part that includes the wheel spindle is bent out of shape and the tie rod ends are shot. I've done a back-yard mechanic repair with a hammer and anvil, and it's pretty good, but I can't find replacement parts to make it just right. Any suggestions? Model...
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