Abby’s Guide > Outdoor Power Equipment (Lawn Mowers, Snow Blowers, Chain Saws and more) > Discussions > Can't decide!!!!
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starwarrior
Joined: Oct 27, 2010
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Re: Can't decide!!!!
Reply #16 Nov 2, 2010 11:29 am |
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Hey Kellyinkc, MTD products are distributed under quite a few brand names and the differences between like products may be nothing more than the color, the logo, and the price tag. No doubt the buy for resale business is thriving. I purchased a MTD Snowblower 10 years ago and not only did MTD discontinue the model line but specific parts are no longer available either. When I spoke to the people at MTD I was asked how old the machine was which was followed by an Oh Well! Trying every warehouse on the internet It did not take me long to realize that I now have a new yard ornament because the parent company has decided it no longer wants to support a legacy product. It is really kind of a shame because other that one critical broken part that costs around $25.00 the thing runs like a champ. To have the part custom made would end up costing a small fortune so I decided to spend the extra bucks and purchase an Ariens Pro model. Although the high end commercial version machines are more expensive the parts are not likely to change or be discontinued. Quite frankly I have more than enough lawn ornaments. Starwarrior
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starwarrior
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Re: Can't decide!!!!
Reply #18 Nov 2, 2010 3:55 pm |
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Hi Trouts2
MTD YARD MACHINES (SNOW THROWER) 26 INCH TRAC DRIVE MODEL:315E740F352 ENG: 8HP TECHUMSEH
The Rear Track Drive wheel is no longer available. (Part MTD631-0002) I replaced 1 last year and should have ordered both. As soon as I replaced the broken one the other side started to show the same stress cracks .......!@#&%C$*&%C$ I looked around but to none are available and I really do not want to take a chance and have the thing break down right in the middle of a storm. It really doesn't owe me anything and has given me quite a few years of solid service. When I contacted MTD in effort to find one they kind of just shrugged it off. Starwarrior |
starwarrior
Joined: Oct 27, 2010
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Re: Can't decide!!!!
Reply #20 Nov 2, 2010 4:51 pm |
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Hi Troust2 If you are able to find one let me know ??? I would most certainly keep it up & running. I spent quite some time surfing the net and have to call each company directly since most will gladly charge my account and then attempt to order it from the same source, MTD. Starwarrior |
Ukko
Joined: Dec 7, 2010
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Re: Can't decide!!!!
Reply #21 Dec 7, 2010 6:27 pm |
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I think McCulloch is an MTD brand. http://support.mtdproducts.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/584/~/mcculloch-corporation-bankruptcy-and-business-asset-sale-information In January 1999, McCulloch Corporation, then the manufacturer and seller of McCulloch® branded chainsaws and other outdoor power equipment (“McCulloch”), became a bankruptcy debtor. In October 1999, in connection with the McCulloch bankruptcy proceedings, Taiwan-based Jenn Feng Industrial Co., Ltd. (“Jenn Feng”) purchased certain assets and trademarks related to McCulloch’s operations in the United States, Canada and Mexico (“North America”). From October1999 until July 20, 2003 Jenn Feng was the exclusive seller of McCulloch® branded products in North America. In March of 2003 MTD Products Inc (“MTD”) and Jenn Feng entered into exclusive distribution and trademark licensing agreements with regard to McCulloch® branded products. On or about July 20, 2003 MTD began distributing certain McCulloch® branded chainsaws, string trimmers, and other outdoor power equipment in North American under the terms of those agreements. MTD, however, did not assume responsibility for service or warranty obligations relating to products that were previously sold by either McCulloch or Jenn Feng. MTD similarly did not acquire and does not have access to service parts or information for products sold by Jenn Feng and/or McCulloch before MTD became the exclusive North American distributor. As a result, MTD can only provide warranty repairs and after-sale service and support for the McCulloch® branded products that it distributed in North America on or after July of 2003. With regard to products sold by Jenn Feng prior to July 20, 2003, you may contact: Jenn Feng Industrial Co., Ltd. at: This is incorrect. The McCulloch brand name is now 100% owned by Husqvarna, and the snow throwers have only been made since Husqvarna bought the brand name. The single stage machines are new this year, the two stage machines came out last year. All parts come through Husqvarna. I have an MC621ES on the way after being recommended by two different dealers who also carry Toro.
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BlakeryBob03
Joined: Jan 12, 2011
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Re: Can't decide!!!!
Reply #22 Jan 12, 2011 4:45 pm |
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Starwarrior... I had your same problem. My back wheels on my 95 MTD 826 broke. Looked forever to find a replacement. I just found the only route you can go. A guy in Idaho is making them out of steel. Just received mine the other day and installed them. They will be there forever! His website is FlyingVproducts.com. Its great cause you can actually call the guy and talk to him and make sure you get the right ones.
Tell him I sent ya
Blake Thackeray
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