{"product_id":"homelite-997097001-front-deck-hanger-pivot-axle-genuine-oem-replacement-deck-axle","title":"Homelite 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle – Genuine OEM Replacement Deck Axle","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 997097001\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Riding Lawn Mower Deck Lift \u0026amp; Hanger Parts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle – Genuine OEM Replacement Deck Axle\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHomelite 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle\u003c\/strong\u003e is a genuine OEM replacement component designed for select \u003cstrong\u003eRyobi electric riding lawn mowers and zero-turn mowers\u003c\/strong\u003e. Installed within the mower's deck lifting assembly, the pivot axle provides a connection and pivot point for the front deck hanger system, allowing the cutting deck to remain properly supported as its height and position are adjusted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePart Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 997097001\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Homelite \/ Ryobi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Description:\u003c\/strong\u003e Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFunction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provides a Pivot \u0026amp; Connection Point for the Front Deck Hanger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSystem:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deck Lift \/ Deck Hanger Assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electric Riding Lawn Mower \/ Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible Brand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ryobi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOEM Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Genuine Homelite \/ Ryobi OEM Part\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 Pivot Axle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOEM Homelite suppliers also catalog \u003cstrong\u003e997097001\u003c\/strong\u003e under the exact description \u003cstrong\u003eFront Deck Hanger Pivot Axle\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures \u0026amp; Benefits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGenuine Homelite \/ Ryobi OEM replacement component\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFactory-designated \u003cstrong\u003eFront Deck Hanger Pivot Axle\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigned for compatible Ryobi electric riding mowers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvides a pivot point for the front cutting deck hanger\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps securely connect the cutting deck to the deck lifting system\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports proper deck positioning during cutting-height adjustments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps maintain correct deck alignment and movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurable construction for mower deck applications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintains the mower's original factory deck-lift configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal replacement for bent, worn, scored, corroded, damaged, or missing axles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDirect replacement for equipment requiring part number \u003cstrong\u003e997097001\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eApplications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle\u003c\/strong\u003e is documented in multiple Ryobi electric riding mower platforms, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi RY48140 Electric Riding Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi RY48141 Electric Riding Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi RY48ZTR75 42\" Electric Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi RY48ZTR100 42\" Electric Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi RYRM8002 42\" Electric Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRyobi RYRM8003 54\" Electric Zero-Turn Mower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible deck lifting assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFront deck hanger assemblies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEM replacement applications requiring \u003cstrong\u003e997097001\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor example, factory documentation for the \u003cstrong\u003eRYRM8003\u003c\/strong\u003e identifies 997097001 as item 27 in the deck lifting assembly and specifies \u003cstrong\u003etwo pivot axles\u003c\/strong\u003e for that configuration. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e The RYRM8002 also uses 997097001, but specifies \u003cstrong\u003eone\u003c\/strong\u003e in its applicable assembly. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVerify compatibility with your specific mower model, manufacturing number, and production revision before ordering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHomelite OEM suppliers identify \u003cstrong\u003e997097001 specifically as “Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle.”\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOn compatible mower configurations, the axle works with the \u003cstrong\u003efront deck hanger\/J-hook\u003c\/strong\u003e as part of the cutting deck lifting and support system. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe required quantity varies by mower. Some configurations use \u003cstrong\u003eone 997097001 pivot axle\u003c\/strong\u003e, while others use \u003cstrong\u003etwo\u003c\/strong\u003e. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRY48ZTR75 \/ RY48ZTR100\u003c\/strong\u003e factory parts list identifies 997097001 as item 27 within the deck lifting assembly and specifies one pivot axle. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eRYRM8003\u003c\/strong\u003e deck lifting assembly uses 997097001 alongside the \u003cstrong\u003e997453001 J-Hook Front Deck Hanger, 994930001 Cotter Pin, 997106001 M10 x 30mm Bolt, and 994998001 Lock Spring Washer\u003c\/strong\u003e. These are separate replacement components. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for \u003cstrong\u003eone 997097001 Front Deck Hanger Pivot Axle only\u003c\/strong\u003e unless otherwise specified. Deck hangers, J-hooks, cotter pins, washers, bolts, lift linkages, springs, and other mower deck components are sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the deck hangers, pivot points, retaining hardware, lift linkage, and surrounding components when replacing the axle. Replace bent, cracked, excessively worn, loose, or otherwise damaged related parts as necessary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch \u003cstrong\u003epart number 997097001\u003c\/strong\u003e with your mower's illustrated parts diagram before ordering to ensure proper fitment and required quantity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Homelite","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53714079220075,"sku":"997097001","price":10.05,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0917\/9201\/5723\/files\/Homelitelogo_492149a2-a192-4f65-ac83-9343cdaabcf5.jpg?v=1786570772","url":"https:\/\/generalsprayers.com\/products\/homelite-997097001-front-deck-hanger-pivot-axle-genuine-oem-replacement-deck-axle","provider":"GeneralSprayers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}