486242 Craftsman - Parts

This OEM Hex Nut is a gold colored, metal, 3/8 x 16 part, sold individually. It is installed with a wrench, or socket and torque wrench, by torquing to the manufacturer specfications, and is used to secure parts in place. You will know it is broken when you see the nut has damaged threads or rounded off edges, which can happen due to fa...Read moretgiue. If it is damaged, it should be replaced. This part can have different uses and different degrees of difficulty depending on the part the hex nut is securing, but generally the replacement of this part is an easy job.

This is an authentic Craftsman replacement part, sourced from the original manufacturer for use with air compressors. The hex head screw is used to secure the motor assembly to the bracket on the tank of the compressor. These screws are sold in packs of eight pieces and the packs are sold individually.

This is sold as a set that contains eight washers. These parts attach to the tank and are made out of metal. They are genuine items that are supplied by the original equipment manufacturer for use with Craftsman air compressors. During replacement, it may require a wrench to help install these parts correctly. They will require replacing if they become bent or broken.