Parts for Mastercraft 31AE643F515 / 1998: Handle & Chute Parts

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

A carriage bolt is a type of fastener. It features a smooth rounded head and a square domed top. It has threading, which leads to up to the square shoulder. The purpose of its square is to prevent the bolt from spinning. Once the carriage bolt is inserted through the hole, using a nut and washer can provide additional security. Carriage bolts can corrode and loosen over time. Since it doesn't have a slotted head, a socket wrench is needed when replacing. This bolt carriage replacement is compatible with wood chippers, tillers, string trimmers, lawnmowers, and edgers. It is a genuine MTD product that measures 5/16x.075. It has a smooth rounded head and square shoulder underneath it. This carriage bolt is sold individually.

With small gasoline-powered tools that require control panels, this hex screw attaches the panel to the handles of the tools. Machined to be durable, important screws such as these take a real beating. In their locations at critical points on the handle, the hex screws are considered "wear items," and thus periodically, they must be replaced. The control panel itself is often a location of extreme forces, jostling, and abrupt movement in unpredictable directions. The constant movement, with sheet metal rubbing against the hex screws from every direction, make wear inevitable. The manufacturers recommend that spare screws of this type be kept on hand if the heavy use of the equipment is expected. Among the gasoline-powered tools that use these screws are snowblowers, yard tractors, mowers, tiller, chippers, shredders, and other tools requiring hand-maneuvered levers. These screws are compatible with a number of equipment brands and manufacturers, including MTD, Ryobi, Poulan, Yard-Man, Bolens, Troy-Bilt, and Yard Machines.

Hex washer screw for lawn mowers, tractors, and snow blowers. Replaces stripped, missing, or damaged screws on deck panels and housing assemblies.

Replacement bolt for lawn mowers and outdoor power equipment. Secures components and ensures stable assembly. Order a new bolt if yours is missing or damaged.

Chute crank knob for snow throwers. Installs on the chute rotation control. Replace if cracked, broken, or missing to restore manual chute adjustment.

Rubber handle grip for lawn mowers, tillers, and snow blowers. Replaces worn, cracked, or missing grips on push equipment handles for better control.

Replacement chute flange keeper for snow throwers. Secures the discharge chute assembly to the housing. Replace if broken, cracked, or missing.

This genuine OEM part is a compression spring for a lawnmower. The compression spring is the spring that holds the mower deck onto the lawnmower. Over time, the compression spring can become degraded due to excessive wear and tear. If it is no longer securing the mower deck, it will need to be replaced. Luckily, replacing this part is a relatively simple process.To replace the spring, make sure the mower deck is set to the lowest position. Locate the old retainer spring and pull it out and away from the mower. Once removed, slide the new spring into its proper position. Make sure it fits tightly, and the mower deck is secured. Once secured, power the mower to see if the spring stays in place during operation. If it does, then the installation was a success. This replacement part is sold individually and is compatible with MTD brand lawnmowers.

Return spring for snow blowers. Mounts to the control mechanism to provide tension and return function. Replace if stretched, broken, or missing.

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.

Bell washer adds spacing on shafts in lawn tractors, tillers, mowers, and chipper shredders. Replace if washer is missing, worn, or damaged during maintenance.

Replacement washer for snow blower and snow thrower models. Needed when original washer is lost, damaged, or worn. Secures components properly.

Lower shift rod for snow blower shift mechanism. Replaces worn, bent, or broken shift rods that prevent smooth gear changes. Direct fit part.

Replace a worn or bent cam rod that causes poor shifting or control issues in your snow blower. Direct fit part restores smooth operation.

Handle support bracket for snow blowers. Secures and stabilizes the upper handle assembly. Replace if bracket is bent, cracked, or broken.