Mastercut Log Splitter Fastener

This is a flange nut that can be used in a variety of lawn and garden equipment from different manufacturers. The nut is made of metal, measures 5/16x18, and is used to secure components in place. It also assists with preventing backing out caused by vibration. Over time, the flange nut can become damaged and will need to be replaced. If the flange nut in lawn and garden equipment has become damaged, is loose, or gets lost, then replacement is required. The level of difficulty of replacing a flange nut depends on which parts it's securing and what kind of equipment it is installed on. This flange nut is an OEM replacement part that can be used with lawn mowers, snowblowers, wood chippers, tillers, log splitters, leaf blowers, and edgers by MasterCut, Craftsman, Yard-Man, Toro, Bolens, Cub Cadet, Montgomery Wards, Ryobi, Huskee, Troy-Bilt, MTD, and Yard Machines. It is sold individually and will require a wrench or socket for installation.

This flat washer is used to attach the idler pulley in a number of small and medium sized gasoline powered engines. These engines include snow blowers, log splitters, riding mowers, lawn tractors, and chippers. Because the idler pulley is subject to a great deal of resistance when the pulley is engaged, eventually the pulley will wear out. Should there be a squealing sound when engaging the drive, the problem is likely the idler pulley. In these cases, the pulley must be replaced. It is a good idea to replace the surrounding hardware when replacing the idler pulley; tNhis includes the flat washer, which is subject to corrosion during heavy use. To replace the idler pulley, first detach the spark plug cap. If on a mower or tractor, drop the mower deck. Remove the original pulley and install in order: replacement pulley, hex bolt, flat washer, flange nut. Apart from dropping the mower deck, the only tools required to complete this installation may be a 9/16 ratchet and combination wrench. This washer is a genuine OEM replacement part, designed to perfectly replicate the original piece. This washer is compatible with Troy-Bilt, Yard Man, Yard Machines, MTD, and Craftsman devices.

The lock nut is a piece of standard hardware that may have a variety of applications on lawn and garden equipment, including on engines, housings, and other components. The lock nut offers a secure fit by tightening into a flange that prevents the nut from loosening like a regular nut might. Over time, the flange or the nut can become worn or damaged. In some cases, lock nuts may be lost during the process of other repairs or maintenance. Replacing them with genuine OEM parts like this lock nut is the best solution. This lock nut is compatible with hundreds of machines, including mowers, snowblowers, and chippers from MTD, Troy-Bilt, Cub Cadet, RYOBI, Yard-Man, Yard Machines, Bolens, and Husky. The ¼-inch lock nut has multiple locations and applications, so owners should consult their parts diagram for exact placement and part number identification. This lock nut is made of durable metal and sold as a single unit. Those who need additional pieces will have to order multiple quantities. This part will require a wrench or a socket to replace, as well as pliers and/or a screwdriver to hold the bolt or screw in place.

This is a hex head bolt 1/4 - 28 x .625. It is used to secure a device together for smooth and simple operations. With use and over time, the hex head bolt may be damaged or come loose and fall out. When the bolt is missing, the machine could fall apart or otherwise malfunction. Be sure to replace a missing or damaged hex head bolt.Allow the equipment to cool completely before starting the repair process. An Allen key or hex key will be required to loosen and remove any old or damaged bolts. The new bolt can then be inserted and secured tightly. Examine for other missing parts before starting the device.The hex head bolt 1/4 - 28 x .625 is an authentic OEM part. It is sold as an individual unit. It is made of rugged, durable, high-quality materials. The hex head bolt can be used in lawn equipment machines, including various models of tillers. It is compatible with MTD, Yard Machines, Yard-Man, Troy-Bilt, and Cub Cadet 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.

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 is a genuine replacement for the air cleaner thumb screw found on select engines used in lawn mowers. The thumb screw is a specialty part that is used to secure the air cleaner in a stable position. Over time, the screw can become damaged or worn because of the constant engine vibrations or exposure to high heat. This screw may also be lost during air filter replacements or other repair work. In either case, it should be replaced with a genuine part like this one to ensure the air cleaner remains secure and the machine can continue to be used. This genuine OEM thumb screw is manufactured by MTD and is compatible with several machines from the brand. It can also be used with models from Bolens, Yard Man, Yard Machines, HUSKEE, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt. There are hundreds of compatible models that can use this thumb screw. The part is made of durable metal with a black plastic grip for easy installation with no tools required. This item is sold individually and does not include additional hardware or parts. Always allow the engine to cool completely and wear gloves when working on lawn and garden equipment.

This muffler stud is an OEM part directly sourced from the manufacturer. The muffler stud connects the muffler to the body of the machine. Over time, stress and tension can cause these muffler studs to become loose or even fall out and become lost. Rust and corrosion due to rain and snow can also cause the muffler studs to become loose. When this happens, the studs should be replaced immediately to prevent the muffler from becoming loose or possibly coming off. If the studs are loose and the connection to the machine's engine is not secure, the machine's noise may become louder, or it could emit smoke.If the studs are loose or broken, make sure the engine has cooled down before installing new studs. Use a wrench to tighten loose muffler studs. If the studs are missing, install new ones and tighten them with the wrench. While installing the new studs, it is good to inspect the muffler for holes or damage that may reduce the performance. These muffler studs are made of high-quality steel and are sold individually. These are made to be compatible with tillers and other small engines manufactured by Cub Cadet, MTD, and Yard Machines.

This is a genuine OEM clamp sourced directly from the manufacturer. It is used in various lawn and garden machines to connect hoses to fittings. It is used to connect piping to water pumps, exhaust pipes to exhaust manifolds, and other similar applications. This connection prevents fluids or air from leaking from the hose. Clamps may be spring or screw/band clamps. Spring clamps require no tools to install and remove; however, the size must be more accurate than when using screw/band clamps. Screw/band clamps are adjustable and can be tightened or loosened. Screw clamps should be inspected periodically to ensure tightness and that the clamps have not rusted.Hose clamps are installed approximately 1/4 inch below the end of the hose. If two clamps are used, there should be 1/4 inch between the two bands. When using a screw clamp, loosen the screw with a screwdriver just enough to fit the clamp over the hose. If using a spring clamp, squeeze the clamp and hold it open. Slide the clamp over the hose and then attach the hose and clamp to the fitting. Slide the clamp into place at the joint and tighten. Do not overtighten. This brass-colored clamp is a spring clamp made of metal; it is sold as an individual unit. This clamp is compatible with many different types of pipes made by various manufacturers.