Parts for Mtd 170-VU: Vu Muffler Parts

This muffler stud is an OEM part directly sourced from the manufacturer. The muffler stud connects the muffler to the body of the machine. Over time, stress and tension can cause these muffler studs to become loose or even fall out and become lost. Rust and corrosion due to rain and snow can also cause the muffler studs to become loose. When this happens, the studs should be replaced immediately to prevent the muffler from becoming loose or possibly coming off. If the studs are loose and the connection to the machine's engine is not secure, the machine's noise may become louder, or it could emit smoke.If the studs are loose or broken, make sure the engine has cooled down before installing new studs. Use a wrench to tighten loose muffler studs. If the studs are missing, install new ones and tighten them with the wrench. While installing the new studs, it is good to inspect the muffler for holes or damage that may reduce the performance. These muffler studs are made of high-quality steel and are sold individually. These are made to be compatible with tillers and other small engines manufactured by Cub Cadet, MTD, and Yard Machines.

This muffler gasket is a genuine MTD part, sold individually. This muffler gasket can be used as a replacement part in lawn mowers, snowblowers, tillers, leaf blowers, log splitters, and wood chippers. The purpose of the muffler gasket for one of these small engine outdoor appliances is to seal off the area in and around the muffler of the appliance so that external materials cannot filter in, and internal materials cannot leak out.The muffler gasket in a small engine outdoor appliance might have to be replaced if it can no longer create an effective seal in and around the muffler. If the muffler gasket is scraped, dented, cracked, warped, or eroded to the point that the seal is broken, the muffler gasket should be removed and replaced by this genuine OEM replacement part.Sourced directly from the manufacturer, this component is a genuine replacement part that is sold individually. This muffler gasket is compatible with the following outdoor appliance brands: MTD, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Huskee, Yard Man, and MasterCut.

This genuine OEM muffler assembly is sourced directly from the manufacturer for use in small engines on outdoor lawn and garden equipment. Mufflers are not required for a machine to run, but the noise produced when a machine has no muffler can be damaging to hearing. Also, in some areas, there are noise ordinances that make mufflers necessary when working outside. Mufflers also provide a level of safety by blocking sparking and backfiring to prevent fires. Grass, leaves, and other yard debris can be dry and very quickly become a fire hazard if ignited by sparks. During operation, the noise level of the machine is a good indicator of muffler damage. Normal wear and tear can cause the muffler to become clogged. Running over sticks and rocks can lead to cracks and bends that cause it not to work properly. Replacement is easy and takes very little time. Use a screwdriver to remove the engine cover. Next, remove the bolts attaching the muffler to the machine. Remove and discard the old unit. Wipe the machine to remove dirt and debris before installing the new muffler. Install the new muffler and reinstall the engine cover.The muffler assembly is sold as an individual unit. It is designed for use on tillers, log splitters, and other small engines. It is compatible with Craftsman, Cub Cadet, MTD, MasterCut, and Yard Machines.