Push Mower Parts Guide for Common Replacements
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A push mower part is any replacement component for a walk-behind mower, such as a control cable, carburetor, drive wheel, handle adjuster or deck blade. The part that fits depends on the exact make, model and part number printed on your old part or in the owner’s manual, not only on the make. The six listings below are common push mower replacements from our product data, and each entry notes the fitment details the listing gives so you can check before ordering.
Quick answer
- Match the part number first. Several listings give a list of OEM numbers or model numbers that the part replaces, and that list is the fastest way to confirm a fit.
- For a stuck or slipping throttle or brake, a zone or control cable is the usual replacement. Check the cable and conduit lengths against your old cable.
- For a carburetor problem on a 6 to 6.75 HP Craftsman or Snapper 22-inch mower, the carburetor kit listing gives a model range and a package list.
- For wheels, blades and handle parts, confirm the bore size, hub offset, deck size or handle model before you order.
How to choose a push mower part
Start by finding the part number on the old component. Many push mower parts are sold by number, and the listings in this group list the OEM numbers they replace. For example, a control cable listing gives 532176556 and 176556 as replacement numbers, while a handle adjuster listing for a Honda 21-inch or 22-inch mower gives 06530-VL0-315ZA and 06530-VL0-305. If your old part is missing or unreadable, use the model number on the mower’s data plate and check the listing’s model list before buying.
Next, check the dimensions the listing gives. Cables are sold by cable length and conduit length. Wheels are sold by diameter, axle bore and hub offset. Blades are sold by length, width, thickness, center hole shape and air lift. A part can share a number with a different model, so measure the old part and compare the figures in the listing before you install the new one.
Control cables
Control cables are among the most common push mower repairs. Two of the listings in this group are for the 176556 cable family used on Craftsman, Murray, Troy-Bilt, Husqvarna and AYP push mowers. One listing gives a conduit length of 45.35 inches and a cable length of 52.04 inches, with Z-bend ends, and says it replaces numbers 532176556, 176556, 162778 and 532162778. Another gives a conduit length of 45-3/8 inches and a cable length of 52-1/2 inches, with Z-bend ends on each end. A third is listed at 52-1/2 inches with a 43-3/8 inch conduit. These differences are small, but a cable that is too short or too long will not work the control correctly, so measure your old cable before you buy.
A second cable family in this group is the 183281 and 532183281 type, used on Craftsman 917 and Poulan, Roper and Husqvarna walk-behind mowers. One listing gives a cable length of 53-1/2 inches and a conduit length of 46-1/2 inches, and it describes the cable as the engine zone control that releases the blade and stops it when the lever is pressed. The listing states that it is time to replace the cable when it is broken and the brake will not release even when the lever is pressed.
Carburetors
One carburetor kit in this group is listed for 6 to 6.75 HP Craftsman and Snapper 22-inch push mowers, with a carburetor, two gaskets, an air filter, a primer bulb, a spark plug, retaining rings, a fuel filter, a fuel switch, O-rings, screws, a fuel hose and a two-piece spring set. The listing gives a large list of compatible part numbers, including 799868, 799872, 694202 and 497586, and it says the kit fits 4-cycle small engines of the 122000 model family with a primer-type system. Confirm the engine model and the part numbers on your old carburetor before you order, because the listing covers several engine series.
A separate carburetor listing is for PowerSmart DB2194SR and DB8621SR 170cc push mowers. It includes one carburetor, three gaskets, an oil tube, a primer bulb and a fuel filter. The listing gives the part numbers 751-05387 and 951-05387. It also says to compare the carburetor pictured with your existing one, which is a useful step before you buy.
Drive wheels and wheel kits
Drive wheels fail on self-propelled models, and one listing in this group is for two 8-inch front drive wheels for a Toro Recycler 22-inch mower. The listing gives a 1/2-inch bore, a 3/4-inch hub offset, and a 53-tooth gear internal drive. It lists replacement numbers 119-0311, 137-4832 and 115-2878, and it includes two bolts. Check that your wheel has the same gear count and bore before you fit it. A separate listing is for a set of two 12-inch plastic push mower wheels with a 1/2-inch axle bore, a 1-3/4 inch width, a 10-inch rim and a 1-3/8 inch hub offset. Those wheels are listed for lawn mowers, hand trucks and garden carts as well as push mowers, so they are a more general replacement.
Handle and adjuster parts
Handle adjusters wear and their pins can break. One kit is listed for Honda HRR216 and HRX217 mowers and includes an adjuster grip, an 8 mm pin, a spring, a coiled pin and a collar. The listing lists the replaced part numbers 06530-VL0-315ZA, 06530-VL0-305, 53158-VL0-B01 and 90751-VL0-B00, and it describes the kit as heavy-duty with reinforced pins. The listing also says that the kit can be installed in a few minutes. If your handle is damaged in other places, the adjuster kit will not repair the rest of the handle.
Blades
Blades are the part that does the cutting, so the fit has to be exact. One set of two blades in this group is for a Hyper Tough or Daye 20-inch push mower, and it replaces part number 2105300125A and 101000001. The blade measures 20 inches long and 2-1/4 inches wide, with a center hole that is oval at 1 by 3/4 inch, an air lift of 1-1/32 inch and a cutting edge of 6-37/64 inch. The listing says the blades are made of high-strength steel. Check your deck size and blade measurements before ordering.
A second blade in this group is a mulching blade for a Toro Recycler 22-inch deck. It is listed at 21-5/8 inches long, 2-1/4 inches wide and 5/32 inch thick, with a circular center hole, an air lift of 7/8 inch and a toothed mulching blade shape. The listing gives replacement numbers 131-4547-03, 108-9764-03 and 104-8697-03. The listing says that the paint on the blade protects it during shipping and wears off after a few minutes of use, so it does not need to be removed first. It also says to match the replacement number, model and size before you buy.
Roundup: six push mower parts
1. Powtol control cable, 176556 family
This control cable is for Craftsman, Murray and Troy-Bilt walk-behind mowers in the 21 and 22 inch range. The listing gives a conduit length of 45.35 inches and a cable length of 52.04 inches, with Z-bend ends. It lists replacement numbers 532176556, 176556, 162778 and 532162778, and it names a long list of Craftsman model numbers that it says it fits. It includes one cable. The listing advises checking the engine model and part numbers before ordering.
Best for: owners of a Craftsman, Murray or Troy-Bilt push mower whose old cable matches the listed lengths. Not for: a mower whose cable has a different conduit or cable length.
2. AUTOKAY carburetor kit, 6 to 6.75 HP Craftsman and Snapper 22-inch
This kit is for 6 to 6.75 HP Craftsman and Snapper 22-inch push mowers. The package includes a carburetor, gaskets, an air filter, a primer bulb, a spark plug, retaining rings, a fuel filter, a fuel switch, O-rings, screws, a fuel hose and a spring set. The listing gives a long list of compatible part numbers, and it states that the carburetor fits 4-cycle small engines in the 122000 family with a primer-type system. The listing gives a Toro model list as well. Check your engine model and part numbers first, because the list is broad.
Best for: a complete carburetor rebuild kit for a 6 to 6.75 HP Craftsman or Snapper 22-inch mower. Not for: engines outside the listed model families.
3. Antanker 8-inch front drive wheels for Toro Recycler 22-inch
These are two 8-inch front drive wheels with a 53-tooth gear internal drive, for self-propelled Toro Recycler 22-inch walk-behind mowers. The listing gives a 1/2-inch bore and a 3/4-inch hub offset. It lists replacement numbers 119-0311, 137-4832, 115-2878 and Stens 205-360, and it includes two bolts. The listing includes a long list of Toro model numbers that it says the wheels fit. The wheels are sold as a pair, so both sides can be replaced together.
Best for: a Toro Recycler 22-inch owner who needs both front drive wheels replaced. Not for: a mower whose front wheel gear count or bore differs.
4. Honda handle adjuster kit for HRR216 and HRX217
This kit contains a handle adjuster grip, an 8 mm pin, heavy-duty pins, springs and collars for Honda HRR216 and HRX217 mowers. The listing gives the replaced part numbers 06530-VL0-315ZA, 06530-VL0-305, 53158-VL0-B01 and 90751-VL0-B00. The kit lists the individual parts, including 53125-VL0-B00ZA grip, 53158-VL0-B01 pin, 53367-VL0-B00 spring, 90751-VL0-B00 coiled pin and 91551-VL0-B00 collar. The listing states that the parts are installed in a few minutes and do not need professional help.
Best for: a Honda HRR216 or HRX217 owner whose handle adjuster is worn or broken. Not for: a handle or frame that is damaged beyond the adjuster.
5. Toro Recycler 22-inch mulching blade
This blade is for a Toro 22-inch deck on Recycler self-propelled and push mowers. The listing gives a length of 21-5/8 inches, a width of 2-1/4 inches and a thickness of 5/32 inch, with a 22-inch deck compatibility and a circular center hole. It is a toothed mulching blade with an air lift of 7/8 inch. The listing lists replacement numbers 131-4547-03, 108-9764-03 and 104-8697-03, and it says the paint on the blade will wear off after a few minutes of use. The listing also says to check that the replacement number, model and size match your mower before buying.
Best for: a Toro 22-inch Recycler owner who needs a mulching blade with matching dimensions. Not for: a deck that is not 22 inches or a blade with a different center hole.
6. Hyper Tough 20-inch push mower blades, two-pack
This two-pack of 20-inch blades replaces Hyper Tough 2105300125A and 101000001 and Daye 2105300125A and 101000001 part numbers. The blades measure 20 inches long, 2-1/4 inches wide, with an oval center hole of 1 by 3/4 inch, an air lift of 1-1/32 inch and a cutting edge length of 6-37/64 inch. The listing says they are compatible with MNA152701, MNA152505 and MNA152516 Hyper Tough E300 series and Daye push mower models. It describes the steel as high-strength, and it says the blades install directly once the old blade is removed.
Best for: a 20-inch Hyper Tough or Daye push mower owner who wants a spare blade or a replacement. Not for: a deck with a different length or center hole.
Comparison table
| Part | Type | Key fit detail | Replaces or fits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powtol control cable | Control cable | Conduit 45.35 in, cable 52.04 in | 532176556, 176556, 162778, 532162778 |
| AUTOKAY carburetor kit | Carburetor kit | 6 to 6.75 HP, 22-inch | Long list of part numbers |
| Antanker front drive wheels | Drive wheel pair | 1/2 in bore, 53-tooth gear | 119-0311, 137-4832, 115-2878 |
| Honda handle adjuster kit | Handle kit | HRR216, HRX217 | 06530-VL0-315ZA, 06530-VL0-305 |
| Toro mulching blade | Deck blade | 21-5/8 in long, 22-inch deck | 131-4547-03, 108-9764-03 |
| Hyper Tough 20-inch blades | Deck blade pair | 20 in long, oval 1 by 3/4 in hole | 2105300125A, 101000001 |
Mistakes to avoid
- Ordering a cable by the make alone. Compare the cable and conduit lengths with your old cable.
- Buying a carburetor without checking the engine model. The kit lists several model families.
- Assuming the wheels match. Check the bore, hub offset and gear count.
- Mixing up blade part numbers. The listings say to match the replacement number, model and size.
- Skipping the old part measurements. Measure before ordering, because several parts differ by a fraction of an inch.
FAQ
How do I find the right part number for my push mower?
Look at the old part for a printed number, or check the mower’s model number on its data plate and the owner’s manual. The listings in this group give the OEM numbers they replace, so compare those numbers to yours before ordering. If the old part is missing, the model number is the next best guide.
Why does a control cable need the exact length?
The cable carries the force from the control lever to the engine or the drive. If the cable is too short or too long, the control may not release or stop fully. The listings give cable and conduit lengths, so measure the old cable end to end before ordering.
Can a Toro blade fit a different deck size?
The Toro mulching blade in this group is listed for a 22-inch deck. Other decks use different blade lengths and center holes, so do not fit it to a different deck without checking the listing’s dimensions against the deck’s specification.
Do I need to remove the paint from a new blade?
The listing for the Toro mulching blade says no. It states that the paint is there to protect the blade during shipping and rust prevention, and that it wears off after a few minutes of use.
Is a carburetor kit the same as a carburetor?
Not always. The AUTOKAY listing is a kit that includes gaskets, filters, a primer bulb and a spark plug along with the carburetor. The PowerSmart listing for a 170cc engine includes a carburetor, gaskets, an oil tube, a primer bulb and a fuel filter. Check the package contents before you buy.
What should I check before fitting a handle adjuster?
Confirm the handle model and the replaced part numbers. The Honda kit lists the individual grip, pin, spring and collar, so check that the parts you need are included. The listing says the parts install in a few minutes, but a damaged handle frame will need a separate repair.
Bottom line
Buy a push mower part by its part number and its measurements, not by the make on the box. Compare the cable lengths, wheel bore and gear count, carburetor model range and blade dimensions with your old part, and only then order. For more on keeping a cordless or gas mower running, see CRAFTSMAN Electric Push Lawn Mower Review, and for the gas models in this group, see SENIX 20-Inch Gas Push Mower Review.
