Homelite 997000245 J-Hook Front Deck Hanger – Genuine OEM Replacement Deck Hanger

Part Number: 997000245
Category: Outdoor Power Equipment Parts
Type: J-Hook Front Deck Hanger – Genuine OEM Replacement Deck Hanger

The Homelite 997000245 J-Hook Front Deck Hanger is a genuine OEM replacement deck mounting component designed for select Ryobi electric riding lawn mowers. Installed within the mower's deck lift and mounting system, the J-hook helps secure and support the front portion of the mower deck while allowing the deck assembly to maintain its proper operating position. Factory Ryobi documentation identifies 997000245 specifically as the J-Hook, Front Deck Hanger.

Product Specifications

• Part Number: 997000245
• Manufacturer: Homelite
• Product Type: J-Hook Front Deck Hanger
• Function: Supports and Secures the Front Portion of the Mower Deck
• System: Mower Deck Lift & Mounting Assembly
• Application: Electric Riding Lawn Mower
• Compatible Brand: Ryobi
• Compatible Model: RYRM8003
• OEM Status: Genuine Homelite OEM Part
• Condition: New
• Quantity Used Per RYRM8003: 2

Features & Benefits

• Genuine Homelite OEM replacement front deck hanger
• J-hook design for compatible mower deck mounting systems
• Helps securely support the front portion of the cutting deck
• Helps maintain proper deck positioning and alignment
• Works with the deck lift linkage and hanger hardware
• Ideal replacement for bent, worn, distorted, damaged, or missing hangers
• Manufactured for dependable OEM fit
• Designed to original equipment specifications
• Helps restore factory deck mounting and lift functionality

Applications

• Ryobi RYRM8003 riding lawn mower
• Select compatible Ryobi electric riding mowers
• Mower deck mounting assemblies
• Deck lift and linkage systems
• Front deck support assemblies
• Riding mower deck repair and maintenance
• OEM replacement for equipment requiring part number 997000245

Important Notes

• Verify compatibility with your specific Ryobi mower model and manufacturing number before ordering.
• Designed as a genuine OEM J-Hook Front Deck Hanger for equipment requiring part number 997000245.
• Factory documentation for the Ryobi RYRM8003 identifies 997000245 as item 26, J-Hook, Front Deck Hanger, with two required per mower.
• The same deck lift assembly uses 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axles, 994930001 Cotter Pins, 997000246 Hanger Studs, and associated deck lift linkage components.
• This listing is for the J-hook front deck hanger only. Pivot axles, hanger studs, cotter pins, washers, deck linkages, springs, mounting hardware, and the mower deck itself are sold separately unless otherwise specified.
• Inspect the pivot axle, hanger studs, deck linkages, cotter pins, mounting points, and surrounding hardware during installation. Replace any bent, excessively worn, loose, or damaged components as needed to help maintain secure deck attachment, proper alignment, and dependable mower operation.