Parts for Columbia 31AH57K9897 / 2014: Handle Parts

The Hex Head Self-Tapping Screw is an OEM part for MTD outdoor power equipment. This screw is designed to securely fasten components of your equipment, providing reliable and durable connections. The thread size is 5/16 inches for major diameter, with 18 threads. The screw is 3/4 inches long and has a hexagonal or six-sided head. 

Over time, the Hex Head Self-Tapping Screw can become damaged due to corrosion, stripping of the threads, or wear from frequent tightening and loosening. This can compromise the integrity of the connections and potentially lead to equipment malfunction.

Symptoms of a bad Hex Head Self-Tapping Screw include:

• Loose or wobbly components
• Difficulty tightening or loosening the screw
• Visible damage or corrosion on the screw

This OEM replacement part is designed for use with various models of MTD outdoor power equipment.

This carriage bolt is a genuine MTD part, sold individually. This carriage bolt can be used as a replacement part in lawnmowers, snowblowers, tillers, and edgers. The purpose of the carriage bolt for one of these outdoor appliances is to work in conjunction with a nut to affix two metal components to one another or one metal component to another wood component.The carriage bolt in an outdoor appliance might have to be completely replaced if it cannot affix two or more components together. This could occur if the carriage bolt has been punctured, dented, cracked, warped, or eroded to the point that it loses its functionality. If this occurs, the carriage bolt 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 carriage bolt is compatible with the following outdoor appliance brands: MTD, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Huskee, Bolens, Yard-Man, and MasterCut.

A star knob connects the upper and lower handles on an outdoor appliance, and if removed, the upper and lower handles are quick-released. This part is made of black heavy-duty black plastic, and the threads are made of steel. Over time, the threading can become worn out, making the connection loose, and causing the two handles to no longer stay in place. Star knobs are a straightforward repair that can be done in a matter of minutes. Just unscrew the original, damaged knob and screw in the new knob. The knob is designed to be unscrewed by hand, so there is no need for additional tools to make this repair. This genuine OEM replacement part is designed for a variety of outdoor appliances, including lawnmowers, edgers, chippers, tractors, trimmers, and cultivators. This star knob is compatible with Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Bolens, Craftsmen, and Ryobi products. This part ships individually.