{"product_id":"hd-switch-front-wheel-bushing-to-bearing-conversion-kit-for-john-deere-l100-series-sealed-bearings-left-right-spindles","title":"HD Switch Front-Wheel Bushing-to-Bearing Conversion Kit for John Deere L100 Series — Sealed Bearings \u0026 Left\/Right Spindles","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHD Switch front-wheel bushing-to-bearing conversion kit replaces worn spindle bushings with sealed bearings and full hardware to restore steering precision for many John Deere L-series and compatible Scotts\/Sabre\/Sabo lawn tractors.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis complete spindle rebuild kit includes left and right steering spindles, sealed ball bearings with heavy-duty steel trash seals, synthetic grease, caster hardware, hub caps, shim and thrust washers, E-clip retainers, and all fasteners needed to upgrade 3\/4\" axles and 1 3\/8\" rims. It’s designed as a drop-in replacement for common OE parts and aftermarket numbers so you can convert worn bushing setups to long-lasting bearings without fabricating adapters or modifying the axle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this kit fit my John Deere L100–L130 or compatible Scotts model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMost L100-series John Deere tractors listed (L100, L105, L107, L108, L110, L111, L118, L120, L130) and several Scotts\/Sabre\/Sabo models use the same spindle and wheel dimensions this kit targets. Verify your rim inside diameter and axle diameter before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesigned for wheels with 1 3\/8\" rim inner size and 3\/4\" axle shafts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for GY20047 \/ GY20048 family and compatible OE numbers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncludes both left and right spindles (GY20617BLE \u0026amp; GY20616BLE equivalents).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does converting bushings to bearings improve steering and maintenance?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReplacing soft or worn bushings with sealed ball bearings reduces friction, slop, and heat at the wheel pivot, restoring crisper steering feel and more predictable tracking. Sealed bearings require far less routine greasing and resist water, grass clippings, and grit better than plain bushings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSealed steel trash shields keep contaminants out and extend service life.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIncluded synthetic grease with wear-resistant additives for initial lubrication.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRemoves the typical axle wear pattern that causes side-to-side play.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat hardware and extras come in the kit to make installation straightforward?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit ships with every fastener and small part needed to rebuild the spindle assembly—no scavenged parts required. That makes a single repair session sufficient to reinstall the spindle and wheel assembly with correct spacing and retention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShim and thrust washers to set endplay and preload accurately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eE-clip retainers and replacement hub caps (yellow hub caps and black top caster caps included).\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCaster hardware and complete gasket of bolts and washers for a clean rebuild.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow durable are the bearings and seals under lawn-care conditions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBearings supplied in this kit use robust steel seals designed to shed debris and a synthetic grease formulated with additives for wear resistance. While no mechanical part is immune to severe abuse, this combination delivers significantly longer life than plain bushing setups when used for regular mowing and light yard work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSteel trash seals deflect grass and grit away from bearing races.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSynthetic grease resists washout and reduces metal-on-metal wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePrecision-machined spindles maintain alignment to reduce uneven loading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: HD Switch’s bushing-to-bearing conversion and steering spindle rebuild kit is intended for owners and service technicians of older John Deere L-series lawn tractors and compatible Scotts, Sabre, and Sabo models who want a durable, maintenance-friendly upgrade. Choose this kit if you have wheel play, noisy or rough front wheels, visible axle wear, or if you prefer sealed bearings that require less frequent lubrication while restoring steering precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Does this kit include both left and right spindles?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes — the kit contains both left and right steering spindles plus all bearings and hardware for a full front-end rebuild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Do I need to re-grease these bearings regularly?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: The bearings come sealed and pre-lubricated with synthetic grease, so routine greasing is not required under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"HD Switch","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48083097944222,"sku":"B0F642RLHD","price":63.43,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/hd-switch-front-packaging-spindles-kit.jpg?v=1785824750","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/hd-switch-front-wheel-bushing-to-bearing-conversion-kit-for-john-deere-l100-series-sealed-bearings-left-right-spindles","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}