Parts for Mtd 12871-8 / 1988: 21" Parts

This is a replacement bell washer, a flat washer that can be used with a wide range of various types of lawn and garden equipment. The inner dimension of this washer is 0.40 inches, while the outer dimension is 0.88 inches. Washers are typically used as a way to help ensure a tight connection when used with bolts or screws. They will also help to distribute the pressure of the connection and reduce the risk of corrosion. Washers will also provide some protection from damage during installation. Washers could need to be replaced for any number of reasons. In some cases, they might have become corroded or worn down over time. This could mean they no longer provide a solid and secure connection. Other times, the washer could become lost while working on the machine. Owners should always be sure that they replace any lost or damaged washers right away. Not using washers can reduce the lifespan of the machine. This is a genuine OEM bell washer that is sold individually. It is typically used in lawn mowers, snowblowers, tillers, leaf blowers, string trimmers, log splitters, wood chippers, edgers, and chainsaws. It is compatible with Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Husky, Murray, Yard Machines, MTD, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Bolens, Yard-Man, Turf King, and MasterCut brands.

This self-tapping screw is used to attach various parts to the engine housing of medium sized gasoline powered engines, in particular yard tools such as tillers, snow blowers, yard tractors, riding mowers, power vacuums, shredders, and chippers. It is used in over 150 different gasoline powered engines. Screws such as these are used particularly when a device is going to receive a great amount of vibration and stress while the engine is running and rotating tools are engaged. Such devices sustain a great deal of wear over time and the parts subject to replacement will eventually fail and need to be replaced. In such cases, it is wisest to replace the attaching hardware such as housing screws as well, because it is a self-tapping screw. Screws of this type are designed to forge a tight bond between the metal pieces they are securing together, but once loosened, they should ideally be replaced with new hardware. Make sure when replacing these screws to use genuine OEM parts like these screws. These replacement parts are manufactured to be identical to the original pieces. This hex screw is compatible with the following brands: MasterCut, Yard-Man, Yard Machine, Montgomery Wards, MTC, Murray, Bolens, Craftsman, Turf King, Troy Bilt, Cub Cadet, Huskee, Toro, and Ryobi.

This hex screw is a genuine MTD part, sold individually. A hex screw can be used as a replacement part for outdoor appliances including lawn mowers, snowblowers, leaf blowers, and wood chippers. This part is a fastener.The hex screw in a outdoor appliance might be easily lost or damaged at some point within its typical lifespan. If the screw has been lost, it should be immediately replaced by this genuine OEM replacement part; additionally, if the screw has been punctured, dented, cracked, warped, or eroded, it should be immediately replaced.This OEM part is a genuine replacement that is sold individually and sourced directly from the manufacturer. This hex screw is compatible with the following outdoor appliance brands: MTD, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Husky, Yard Machines, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Bolens, Yard Man, Turf King, and MasterCut.

A hex screw fastens and holds two components together. It has a hexagonal head and features threading starting underneath the shoulder down to the tip. Its all-metal construction offers rigidity and longer lifespan. It is also threaded, so you can conveniently loosen or tighten in position. It measures 1/4-20 x 0.5 inch and comes in brass or gold color. Take note that this replacement hex screw may beused in different locations of a machine. Double check the device’s model number for compatibility. To install this hex screw, you will need a hex wrench or a hex socket. This hex screw is a replacement made by MTD. This screw/bolt may be used on lawn mowers, snowblowers, tillers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, edgers, chainsaws, pole pruners, log splitters, or wood chippers made by Craftsman, Toro, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Husky, Murray, Yard Machines, MTD, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Bolens, Yard-Man, Turf King, or MasterCut. This OEM hex screw is sold individually.

This spring washer has a conical shape with an open center. It has a shape like a traditional washer but is smaller than a typical coiled spring. These washers can handle a larger load than a coiled spring and are used in lawn and garden equipment to cushion heavy loads. Over time, these washers can experience wear and tear which will lead to damage or breakage. When this occurs, the spring washer will need to be replaced.Visually inspect the spring washer for damage like scratches, breaks, and dents. If these occur or the washer is warped, it needs to be replaced. The process involves removing the nut or screw above the washer with a screwdriver or other tool. After accessing the spring washer, it can be removed and a replacement part can be added to the equipment. Reassemble the parts and the equipment should work again.This is a genuine OEM spring washer replacement part that is sold individually. It's sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is compatible with lawnmowers, wood chippers, snowblowers, log splitters, tillers, chainsaws, string trimmers, and edgers by Craftsman, MasterCut, Toro, Turf King, Cub Cadet, Yard-Man, Ryobi, Bolens, Husky, Montgomery Wards, Murray, Huskee, Yard Machines, and MTD.

This hex washer screw is a genuine OEM replacement part for a variety of household and outdoor appliances. A hex washer screw is a self-piercing screw with an attached washer at the head of the screw. Self-piercing screws are quite sharp and feature a twin-lead thread to screw into a surface more effectively. The built-in hexagonal washer helps to balance weight and force throughout the connection and prevent breakage. Hex washer screws can become damaged over time through repeated stress or tension. Their threading can become stripped or the head can eventually snap off. Replacing a hex washer screw is simple as long as you have the right tool. The unique shape of the screw head makes it incompatible with a flathead or Phillips head screwdriver. Instead, replacing this type of screw requires a unique hex head screwdriver. This part is compatible with Yard Machines, MTD, Yard Man, Troy-Bilt, and Craftsman products and will fit lawn mowers, tractors, snowblowers, vacuums, and chippers. This is a high-quality replacement part sourced from the original manufacture and ships independently of any other hardware.