290-004-000 MTD Log Splitter - Overview

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.

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.