Craftsman Lawn Mower Fastener

This is a shoulder screw that is used to secure the handles of yard equipment. Typically, this screw is used with a matching wing nut, which is sold separately. Many different varieties of push lawn mowers have handles that fold downward for ease of storage. This is one of the locations on a mower where one will find shoulder bolts and the point at which these bolts are most likely wear out. While they are made of durable machined metal, shoulder bolts receive a great deal of wear, particularly from the handles being raised and lowered each time the mower is used. When pushing down on the mower to clear wet grass clippings or to make sharp turns with the mower, the entire weight of the mower is put on the two shoulder screws where they intersect. Since the metal of the handles can turn at that juncture, extra shearing action is put on the shoulder bolts, which can wear out. It is actually advantageous that the bolts wear out since otherwise, the handles themselves would warp and break apart. These OEM genuine replacement parts fit a number of different lawn and garden machines, including many made by Cub Cadets, Husky, Troy-Bilt, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Bolens, MTD, and Yard-Machines.

Mandrel spacer washer for riding mowers and lawn tractors. Installs between drive pulleys to maintain proper alignment and spacing. Replace if worn or missing.

Replacement handle bolt for lawn mowers and outdoor power equipment. Secures upper and lower handles together. Replace if damaged, stripped, or missing.

Flanged hex nut for lawn tractors and outdoor power equipment. Replace if threads are stripped, nut is missing, or hardware has corroded or loosened.

Hex head screw fastener for walk-behind lawn mowers. Secures components and housing parts. Replace if stripped, rusted, or missing for proper assembly.

This is a genuine wing nut replacement designed for use in select walk-behind lawn mowers. Although some wing nuts are considered standard hardware on lawn mowers and other equipment, this specific wing nut connects to a bolt and secures the front baffle to the deck of the mower. Over time, this plastic wing nut can crack, fall off, or the threads may become damaged. This will result in the mover assembly being affected and the unit may not be able to be used until the nut has been properly replaced. This genuine replacement part will provide the exact fit for compatible mowers. This genuine OEM wing nut is manufactured to exact standards and comes from MTD. It can be used with hundreds of walk-behind lawn mower models from the brand, as well as those from Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, Yard Man, Yard Machines, and Huskee. This plastic wing nut is sold individually. The carriage bolt that it connects to will need to be purchased separately if that also needs to be replaced. No tools are required for this installation, as it can simply be hand-tightened into place. Wear gloves for hand protection when performing equipment repairs.

Spacer for snow throwers and small engines. Fits over bolts or screws to maintain proper spacing between components. Replace if missing or damaged.

Oil drain sleeve fastener for lawn tractors and riding mowers. Secures the oil drain system. Replace if cracked, stripped, or missing for proper fit.

Shoulder bolt for riding mowers and lawn tractors. Used as an axle for wheels and deck components. Replace if bent, worn, or stripped from regular use.

Fastening screw for chainsaws. Connects and holds together various chainsaw components. Replace if screw is stripped, missing, or damaged.

Cotter pin fastener for riding mowers and lawn tractors. Secures moving parts and linkages. Replace if bent, broken, or missing to restore proper assembly.

Idler belt keeper fastener for lawn tractors and riding mowers. Secures to the idler pulley to guide and retain the drive belt. Replace if broken or missing.

Spring clip retainer fastener for riding mower and tractor assemblies. Replace this clip if broken, missing, or no longer holding components securely.

This is the replacement washer head screw for a lawnmower or lawn tractor. It is black in color and is roughly 1.5 inches in length. With its hexagonal head and washer face, it is usually used as a fastener in outdoor power tools. It is self-tapping, meaning it can tap its own threads when screwed into either plastic, wood, or metal. When used with lawn tractors and lawnmowers, this screw is commonly employed for securing the mandrel housing to the mower deck. Replace the washer head screw if the old screw is damaged or missing. First, a pilot hole should be made that's slightly smaller than the diameter of this screw before driving it with a screwdriver. This is also a thread-forming type of self-tapping screw, and it does not have a pointed tip. It is compatible with specific products from major brands like Ariens, Craftsman, Husqvarna, Murray, Poulan, Ryobi, and Weed Eater. This part is sold individually and is a genuine OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer.

Carriage bolt fastener for lawn and garden equipment. Replaces worn, stripped, or missing bolts that secure deck components and attachments.

The shoulder screw is used in places where a spacer or bearing surface is needed, since the top half of the screw is unthreaded. These fasteners are often used for guides, pivot points, mounting pins, axles, and even a shaft for bearings and bushings in various MTD engines. With regular use, the screws can wear down or be lost. Always repair the missing hardware promptly with genuine OEM replacements. Disengage the spark plug and wear gloves when performing work on engines for safety. This genuine OEM replacement shoulder screw has been designed to be compatible with machines from MTD, Troy-Bilt, Yard-Man, Yard Machines, Bolens, Cub Cadet, and Craftsman. It can be used for multiple applications and in multiple locations in different models of lawnmowers, tractors, and chippers that use the screw in various applications. Check your parts diagrams for the exact location and use of these screws before ordering. This is sold as an individual unit; order multiple quantities as needed.