Hechinger Fastener

There are multiple uses for the 5/16-18 Hex Screw. It is often used with small gasoline-powered yard equipment such as lawn and garden machines. While hex screws such as these may be used in edgers and snowblowers, the most frequent use this screw is in yard tractors. This variety of screw is commonly used in attaching the various appendages of gas-powered equipment to a central operating platform. In particular, these hex screws are used to secure the engine block of power tools to the frame or housing of the equipment. Once in place, these fasteners have an almost unbreakable strength to them. This is so much so the case that often, in order to detach the engine manifold and repair the inner workings of an engine, the bolts must be chiseled or cut loose. In such cases, it is necessary for the bolts to be replaced during reassembly. Manufacturers insist that genuine OEM replacement parts be used in the rebuilding process. These replacement parts were manufactured to the same exacting specifications used to make the original screws. These OEM screws are compatible with equipment made and sold by Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Husky, MTD, Bolens, and Yard Machines.

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.

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 replacement part is a pin. This is a genuine replacement part made by MTD. Pins are typically small but important parts of many machines and appliances. They are responsible for holding different parts together to allow for the machine to operate smoothly. A new pin might be needed if the current one is missing or damaged. Pins can easily become lodged into place due to normal wear and tear. This repair should be fairly simple and require only common household tools such as a screwdriver and possibly pliers. Refer to the proper user manual before attempting to replace this part. This part is a genuine OEM replacement part to ensure proper fit. This part is sold individually and is sourced directly from the manufacturer.

This spacer is a genuine MTD part, sold individually. This spacer can be used as a replacement part in lawnmowers, snowblowers, and wood chippers. This part assists in fastening two components together by creating a slight gap that reduces friction.The spacer might have to be replaced if it is lost, misplaced, or damaged from general wear and tear with long-term use. If the spacer is lost at some point within the typical operation of the appliance and its absence is noticed by the operator, the spacer should be replaced by this genuine OEM replacement part. If the spacer is damaged beyond functionality, the spacer should be immediately replaced. This OEM part is a genuine replacement that is sold individually and sourced directly from the manufacturer. This spacer is compatible with the following outdoor appliance brands: MTD, Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Huskee, Yard Machines, Montgomery Wards, Yard-Man, Turf King, and MasterCut.

The hex lock nut is found on many different types of outdoor lawn equipment, as well as other types of equipment. The lock nut works to secure bolted joints by adding friction to the bolt threads. The nut has flat sides, which can easily be gripped by a wrench to be tightened or loosened as needed. These types of nuts are common, as they provide easy assembly and disassembly of various parts. Buyers may need a new hex lock nut for a range of reasons. The nut that is currently on the equipment could have become damaged or lost while working on the machine. It is vital for all of the nuts to be in place and properly secured on the equipment before use. This is an authentic OEM part. Some of the products that use hex lock nuts include lawn mowers, snowblowers, tillers, edgers, string trimmers, and log splitters. Common equipment brands using these nuts include Craftsman, Toro, Cub Cadet, Yard Machines, and Troy-Bilt.

This OEM part is a cotter pin for lawnmowers. The cotter pin is the small clip that secures the mower deck to the mower. A cotter pin can become rusted or damaged due to exposure to the elements. If the cotter pin is no longer securing the mower deck, then it will need to be replaced. Luckily replacing this part is a relatively simple fix.To replace the cotter pin, start by making sure the mower is turned off. After that, locate the old damaged pin. Use a pair of pliers to pull it out of its place. Once removed, slide the new pin into its opening and make sure it is set securely on the mower deck. Once secured, turn the mower on to see if the pin can hold the mower deck.This genuine replacement part is sold individually and is compatible with MTD brand mowers.

This shoulder screw is a genuine MTD part. It is manufactured as a replacement part for several models of lawn tractors, hi-wheel mowers, lawn tractors, and lawn mowers.Most shoulder screws will last for many years, but this one is made for compatibility with machines made in the 1980s and 1990s. For the machines this old, it is normal for the shoulder screws to become worn.This shoulder screw is a genuine OEM part sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is sold individually, so be sure to check whether more than one needs replacement. It is compatible with machines made by White Outdoor, Yard Machines, Ace, Wizard, Lawn Chief, Huskee, Husky, Statesman, Ranch King, Mastercraft, MTD Pro, Montgomery Ward, Cub Cadet, and Bolens.