18312S (1985) MTD Lawn Mower - Overview

Sourced directly from the original manufacturer, this Bell Washer is made of gold-colored metal and is sold individually, not as part of a kit or assembly. It is used to provide spacing between various part assemblies along a shaft. If you hear a strange noise coming from the shaft area, or you notice the Washer is visibly worn or damag...Read moreed, it will need to be replaced. Refer to your owners manual to determine the exact location of this part. Customers rate the difficulty of this repair as Medium.

This Washer-Lock 5/16 is a silver metal part that is sold individually and comes direct from the manufacturer. With a 5/16 Inch Interior Diameter and 1/2 Inch Outside Diameter it is used to prevent the nut from backing off and becoming loose on the pulley shaft and is attached to the drive belt pulley assembly. You will know if you need t...Read morehis because your owners manual will specify it or the model number of your machine will correspond with this part. If the part is broken due to fatigue the shafts will free spin when they should be locked together and must be replaced.

Used in a variety of models of lawn and garden equipment, this Carriage Bolt is around 1 inch long, made of metal, gold in color, is not part of a kit or assembly, and is sold individually. The purpose of this part is to hold parts in place and is used in a variety of locations. This part can become loose through regular use and should b...Read moree regularly inspected for fatigue and wear. If the threads become stripped, it will need to be replaced. You will need a wrench or socket set and a torque wrench to complete this repair. Refer to your owner's manual to determine how tight it should be. Customers rated this repair as Easy.

This lower handle assembly forms the base of the operator handle on walk-behind outdoor power equipment. It bolts directly to the deck or frame and provides structural support for the upper handle used to steer and control the machine. Replacing a bent or damaged lower handle restores proper handle alignment, stability, and safe operation.

This Bell-Wash Flat Washer is an OEM part that measures .40 inches I.D. x 88 inches O.D. This washer is a silver, metal, washer sold individually. This part is rated as Easy to install by customers. If missing or damaged (likely due to fatigue) it should be replaced. Refer to your owners manual to ensure this is the correct part for you.

This OEM spring bell washer is a small, circular piece of metal that is shaped like a cone and has an inside diameter of 1/4 of an inch. It is also called a Belleville washer or a disc spring, and it is used in lawn equipment to help spread out pressure and absorb shock between parts. If a washer is broken, it may look flattened or distor...Read moreted, and your machine may make unusual vibrations or noises. If you do not replace a damaged spring bell washer, your machine will wear out faster because there will be nothing to cushion its parts. To remove a washer, you can use pliers or a flathead screwdriver to pry it from your machine. If it is difficult to remove, you can use a penetrating oil to loosen it first. To make sure you purchase the correct number of washers, which are sold separately, check your user guide to see where they are needed in your machine.

This OEM Hex Nut 5/16-24 is a silver, metal nut. This certified part is sold individually. It can be applied with a Wrench or Socket and Torque Wrench to the bracket on the rear of the auger house to secure a bracket to the back of the auger housing. Simply torque to the manufacturer specifications. Refer to your owners manual to find o...Read moreut if this is the part you need. Over time the part may be damaged by fatigue and will come loose due to damaged threads, at which time it should be replaced.