Tradesman Fastener

A hex screw fastens and holds two components together. It has a hexagonal head and features threading starting underneath the shoulder down to the tip. Its all-metal construction offers rigidity and longer lifespan. It is also threaded, so you can conveniently loosen or tighten in position. It measures 1/4-20 x 0.5 inch and comes in brass or gold color. Take note that this replacement hex screw may beused in different locations of a machine. Double check the device’s model number for compatibility. To install this hex screw, you will need a hex wrench or a hex socket. This hex screw is a replacement made by MTD. This screw/bolt may be used on lawn mowers, snowblowers, tillers, string trimmers, leaf blowers, edgers, chainsaws, pole pruners, log splitters, or wood chippers made by Craftsman, Toro, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Husky, Murray, Yard Machines, MTD, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Bolens, Yard-Man, Turf King, or MasterCut. This OEM hex screw is sold individually.

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 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.

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 replacement part is a hex screw. This part is small but important in many different kinds of equipment. Hex screws are able to work with other small parts such as washers or nuts to ensure that components are secure within the equipment.Overtightened screws might be stripped and could fall out or get stuck in place, necessitating replacement. Over time, exposure to the elements may lead to a screw becoming worn or corroded, which may cause it to break or get stuck.This is a genuine OEM replacement part manufactured by MTD. This part is sold individually.

This hex screw is a genuine MTD part, sold individually. This hex screw can be used as a replacement part in a lawn mower, snowblower, or wood chipper.The hex screw in a lawn mower, snowblower, or wood chipper might have to be replaced if it is lost, misplaced, or damaged. The screw is a small component which can easily disappear while the appliance is in operation without necessarily noticing its absence; additionally, the screw can suffer from puncturing, scraping, denting, warping, or eroding over time. If this occurs, the screw should be replaced by this genuine OEM replacement part.This OEM part is a genuine replacement that is sold individually and sourced directly from the manufacturer. This hex screw is compatible with the following outdoor appliance brands: MTD, Cub Cadet, Craftsman, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Bolens, Yard Man, and MasterCut.