White Outdoor Edger Fastener

A flange nut's unique wide flange design distributes the nut's pressure over the part it is securing. In return, it creates an even fastening surface, which reduces part damage and nut loosening. This one-piece all-metal fastener has a lock nut version that features a protruding circular flange. This drastically increases bearing surface, compatibility either for irregular or oversized holes, and surface tension reduction. Flange lock nuts are the preferred type of fastener for many lawnmower models because it can provide better fastening than regular screws, which are known to loosen under extreme vibration. However, it’s important to know that flange lock nuts are susceptible to wear and tear due to constant vibration exposure. It is essential to replace the broken flange lock nut immediately to prevent serious damage to the lawnmower. The MTD 712-04063 Flange Lock Nut OEM replacement can be used with Craftsman, White Outdoor, Yard Machines, MTD, or Columbia lawnmowers. It is a genuine or OEM MTD replacement part that measures 5/16-18. It is threaded and requires the use of a wrench. This replacement flange lock nut is sold individually. An MTD bolt carriage may also be needed and is sold separately.

A flange lock nut, also known as a flange lock or a lock nut, is created to be used in various types of lawn and garden equipment. This flange lock nut holds other parts in place and, when properly threaded, will resist loosening. Over time, a flange lock nut may begin to weaken and may become loose or break. If it appears to be broken or weak, a replacement is required. Flange locks can be adjusted and uninstalled after use. When replacement is required, you may need a socket set, screwdriver, hacksaw, and butane torch. The socket wrench will loosen the bolt it is connected to, while the torch is used to heat the lock nut. A socket wrench may remove the nut, but sometimes cutting it with a hacksaw is required. This flange lock nut is a genuine OEM component directly from the manufacturer and comes in an individual unit. It is made of metal, a gold color, and can be found in various areas of lawn equipment. It works with lawnmowers, trimmers, snowblowers, cultivators, tillers, and leaf blowers by Poulan, MTD, Toro, Cub Cadet, Murray, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, Yard Machines, Craftsman, and Yard-Man.

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.

A cotter pin is a standard piece of hardware typically used on lawn and garden equipment as a method of securing something to an axle or round shaft. These pins are thin and, although they are durable, they can rust or become damaged over time. In some instances, they can break off or become lost in the process of other repairs. A replacement with the right size and style of cotter pin will ensure that equipment is in working order at all times. This genuine OEM cotter pin replacement can be used with select lawn and garden equipment from MTD, Huskee, Yard Man, Yard Machines, Troy-Bilt, Bolens, Cub Cadet, and Murray. It can be used on lawn tractors, log splitters, chipper/shredder units, and snowblowers. There are more than 150 compatible units, so owners should consult their parts diagram for application(s) of this pin. Note that this pin may have multiple applications on a single machine. This cotter pin is sold individually and may require needle nose pliers to replace.

This lock washer is used frequently for a number of applications on power yard equipment. The size, 5/16, is the default for many small engine housing and manifold applications. Lock washers are used with machined bolts to fasten engine blocks to the housing of the equipment being used. The compressed washer is able to handle the constant vibration of the small gasoline engine without losing the seal between the screw or bolt and the housing. Typically these lock washers only need to be replaced when they are misplaced during repairs or when the screws that attach them have to be chiseled or cut away, meaning the washers are destroyed as well. These OEM certified replacement washers have been manufactured to the same specifications as the originals they are replacing. In addition to lawn mowers, lock washers of this type and size are frequently used on blowers, lawn tractors, cultivators, snowblowers, and trimmers. Brands compatible with this type of washer are Murray, Husky, Poulan, Bolens, Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, MTD, and Ryobi.

This carriage bolt is a fastener with a flat tip and a round head with threading along the shank. Also known as coach bolts and plow bolts, the item can be used with many types of lawn and garden equipment. This is a 5/16 carriage bolt that resists turning after the bolt has been tightened. Wear and tear or impact can cause damage to a carriage bolt and lead to the need to replace them.Removing a carriage bolt requires twisting the nut loose from the end of the bolt and then hitting the nut with a hammer. This will begin to move the shoulder out of the lawn equipment. Continue the process until the bolt is loose enough to remove. Installing a new carriage bolt simply requires sliding the bolt into the hole, adding the nut, and tightening things up.This carriage bolt is designed for use with Craftsman, MasterCut, Toro, Yard-Man, Cub Cadet, Montgomery Wards, Ryobi, Huskee, Troy-Bilt, MTD, and Yard Machines lawn and garden equipment. It can be used with lawnmowers, chainsaws, snowblowers, edgers, and tillers. This is a genuine OEM product sourced directly from the manufacturer as an individual component.

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.

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.

Here is a replacement shoulder screw that is commonly used for various types of outdoor power equipment. Another name for the shoulder screw is a shoulder pin. The screw is often used to help secure the plastic wheels to the deck of a machine. However, different machines may have different uses for shoulder screws and other types of hardware. The shoulder screw is made from metal and is durable. However, the pin may still need to be replaced at some point. Whether it is because of corrosion or being bent, it is important to replace a failed screw with a new one. When performing maintenance on the machine, it is also possible that the screw could become lost, which would require a replacement. This is a genuine OEM replacement shoulder screw. It is sold individually and works with many types of makes and models. The screw is often used for edgers, snowblowers, lawn mowers, and chainsaws. Brands that have models that will be compatible with the shoulder screw include Craftsman, Toro, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, MTD, Huskee, Yard-Man, and MasterCut.

This klik pin is used as a fastener on various lawn equipment such as tillers and lawnmowers. It is often used as a way to hold the wheel onto the assembly so the equipment can easily move over rough terrain. If the tool is having trouble with terrain and movement, it could be related to the klik pin. It may have become bent, damaged, or broken. If those things occur, or the klik pin is missing, it will need to be replaced.Getting access to the klik pin is fairly easy. It will be securing the wheel to the axle and will need to be pulled off. A quick look at the pin will give an idea of whether it is damaged or broken. If it is, the solution is to replace the part with a new klik pin. This klik pin is a genuine OEM replacement part that is directly sourced from the manufacturer. It is sold as an individual component. The pin is made to be used in lawnmowers, edgers, snowblowers, and tillers created by Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Ryobi, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, MTD, Huskee, Montgomery Wards, Bolens, Yard-Man, and MasterCut.

A cotter pin, also known as a hitch pin, is used to secure pins and shafts in place. Meant for snowblowers, riding lawnmowers, and lawn tractors, this bow-tie shaped cotter pin has a double-end design making it easy to pull or push through either side of a pre-drilled hole. This pin snaps into a locked position without tension, keeping it secure during operation. Designed for lawn and garden maintenance equipment, this part ensures secure fastening. If the power equipment is used frequently, cotter pins may have to be replaced regularly so it would be practical to keep extra bow tie cotter pins on hand. It is highly recommended that work gloves be worn during the installation of this part. This part is compatible with Craftsman, Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Murray, Yard Machines, MTD, Huskee, Bolens, Yard-Man, and MasterCut brands of lawn mower, snowblower, and log splitters. This is a genuine OEM replacement part that is sold individually.

This is a flanged lock nut. It’s designed to apply tension, typically on a joint that needs to have a certain amount of flex. As such, it’s mostly used on snowblower chutes and lawnmower handles. They can remain in place, but with a forgiving connection that can take a beating. The nut size is 3/8, with a thread size of 16. A lock nut will generally last for many years. However, the silicone ring inside will wear down if it’s frequently tightened and loosened. It needs to be replaced when it will no longer reliably remain in place. Generally, this begins as a symptom of slight slippage and worsens as time goes on. Thankfully, whether it’s being used on a snowblower or a lawnmower, this nut is generally straightforward to access. Simply unscrew the old nut, then screw the new nut on until it’s nice and tight. Our flanged lock nuts are genuine OEM MTD nuts, and they are sold individually.

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.