How to Change the Front Wheels on Your Zero Turn Mower

Designed to make it easy for you to replace your damaged wheel. Our wheels are supplied complete wheel assembly with tyre, hub, bearing, and axle allows you to quickly replace your damaged wheel. See just how easy it is following the steps below.

Replacing a damaged front wheel on your zero-turn mower is made simple with our Zero Turn Mower Wheels. Complete wheel assembly, which includes the tyre, hub, bearing, and axle. This allows for a quick and efficient replacement. Follow the steps below to see how easy it is.

Richmond supplies a wide range of wheels and rolling solutions, and zero turn deck wheel sizes such as 11 x 4.00-5, 13 x 5.00-6, and 13 x 6.50-6 are referenced in Richmond’s pneumatic tyre training guide for a range of zero turn mower applications. Exact sizing should always be checked against your existing wheel before ordering. View Richmond’s range online.

Not sure which wheel you need? Contact your local Richmond team for assistance.

Required Tools

Tools required to change a zero turn mower front wheel including an impact driver, ratchet wrench with socket, and adjustable spanner

Impact Driver
Ratchet Wrench with Socket
Adjustable Spanner
Jack to Lift the Mower

Steps to Replace the Front Wheels on Your Zero-Turn Mower

Step 1: Lift the Mower

Zero turn mower lifted with a jack to access the front wheel

Use a jack to raise the front of the mower. You may need to lift the mower deck first to fit the jack underneath.

Step 2: Remove the Existing Wheel

Removing the front wheel nut from a zero turn mower using a socket wrench

Use a socket wrench to remove the front wheel nut while holding the bolt in place with the spanner.

Step 3: Remove the Old Wheel

Removing the old front wheel from a zero turn mower fork

Take off the old wheel once the nut has been loosened.

Step 4: Prepare the New Wheel

Aligning the new front wheel with the mower frame before installation

Align the new wheel with the frame, using a chock if necessary to ensure proper alignment.

Step 5: Install the New Wheel

Installing a new zero turn mower front wheel by inserting the axle bolt through the frame and wheel

Insert the axle bolt through the wheel and frame, ensuring the dust cap is in place. Thread the nut on the other side, then tighten it using the socket and wrench.