501 (1985) MTD Lawn Tractor - Overview

This is an original replacement part sourced directly from the manufacturer. The screw is commonly found in yard equipment from Craftsman, such as lawn tractors, snow blowers, and edgers. This part is made of metal, and may be found in various locations in the machine, depending on model. Please be aware that there are different screws...Read more used in the machine. Refer to the parts diagram to be sure of ordering the correct part. You will require a wrench when replacing this item. The screw is sold as an individual replacement part.

Made of durable silver plastic, this Flange Bearing is an authentic manufacturer-source replacement part for hundreds of models of lawn and garden equipment. It is used to allow a shaft to connect while moving smoothly and freely and is sold individually. When this part malfunctions, you may notice the shaft becomes very sloppy or comes...Read more disconnected. To complete this repair, you will need a screwdriver, a socket set, and pliers. Customers rate this repair as Medium difficulty.

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.

When the brakes are applied, this brake puck presses against the brake disc in your lawn equipment to help slow down or stop it. The brake puck is in the brake assembly, which might be located near the transmission or the wheels of your machine. If you notice that the machine takes longer to stop or that there is a loud scraping or grindi...Read moreng noise when you push down on the brake, your brake puck may have worn out. If it is not replaced, you risk losing braking power, which leads to equipment damage or accidents. Before any repairs, make sure that your machine is turned off and that the spark plug is disconnected. To dissemble the brake assembly and access the brake puck, use pliers or a wrench to remove any bolts or clips holding it in place. With a screwdriver, pry the brake puck out of your machine. Since this genuine OEM part is sold individually, determine the number of pucks your machine needs by consulting your user manual.

This silver metal lock washer helps prevent the nut on the drive belt pulley shaft from backing off during operation, it has a 5/16-inch inner diameter and a 1/2-inch outer diameter. one washer is included, replace it if fatigue or damage allows the connected shafts to spin freely, verify fit using the equipment model or owner manual

The Throttle Control Box is an assembly containing the housing, trigger and hardware. It is black, plastic, rated as easy to install and requires a socket or wrench set. This kit controls the speed of the engine, and if broken you will lose control of the engine. If broken, the part should be replaced.

The Hex Flange bearing, .630 inches I.D. is an OEM part. Black in color and made of metal, it is sold individually. It is installed using a wrench or socket and its installation has been rated as Easy by consumers. This part attaches on the worm gear shaft in the cute, and is used to secure the worm gear on the shaft. If broken, you wil...Read morel no longer to be able to control the chute (or you may only have partial control). This breakage can occur due to fatigue over time, and means the part must be replaced. Refer to your owners manual or model number to ensure you are purchasing the correct part.

This authentic OEM hi-pro key, also called a woodruff key or key stock, is a metal component found in your lawn equipment that connects rotating parts. It is 3/16 inch wide and 5/8 inch long. It fits into a specially-shaped slot on a shaft and prevents the parts from moving or slipping out of position while your machine is running. To fin...Read mored and replace a hi-pro key on your machine, check your user guide for instructions. When removing the hi-pro key, insert a flathead screwdriver or needle-nose pliers into its groove and pry it out of its slot. Please bear in mind that this hi-pro key is sold individually.

This Flat Washer is made of durable gold-colored metal and is an authentic OEM part. It is used to spread the load under a bolt or nut and is sold individually. This part will need to be replaced if you notice any signs of cupping, corrosion, or other damage. Customers rate this repair as Easy.

This genuine component is supplied directly from the original equipment manufacturer for use with Ryobi and MTD lawn and garden equipment. It is a standard hardware which may have multiple applications, please make sure to refer to the appropriate diagrams of your model for the correct location and application of this hex washer screw. Ke...Read moreep in mind this high-quality part is made of durable metal and is sold individually.

It is a genuine item that is supplied by the original manufacturer for use with a variety of lawn and garden equipment. A washer is a special part which helps to provide a tight fit between connected components. It is a standard hardware which may have multiple applications. This part provides an identical replacement for a damaged or a m...Read moreissing hardware that was installed on a new unit. Check the diagrams for your specific model for the exact location and the correct application of this flat washer. Note, it is made of durable metal and is sold individually.

This hex bolt is a genuine OEM fastener used in various lawn and garden equipment and machinery. It has a hexagonal shaped head, with a diameter of 3/8 inches. The bolt shaft is 1.5 inches long with 24 threads per inch. The hexagon shape makes the bolt easier to grip and tighten using a wrench or a set of pliers. Over time, it is normal f...Read moreor the bolt to crack, corrode, or for the shaft threads to wear down. Inspect all the bolts on your equipment and replace all those that show visible signs of wear. Use a socket wrench to remove the faulty bolt(s) and thread the new one into position. Each bolt is sold individually. Secure it with a wrench or pliers and be careful not to over tighten as this could damage the bolt and equipment.