MTD Snow Blower Parts: Easy Fixes Before the Next Storm
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MTD is one of the biggest names behind North American snow blowers. Its parts and engine designs show up in machines sold under many labels, including Cub Cadet, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines, Craftsman and others, which is why one small replacement part can often fit a whole family of snow throwers. If your MTD snow blower will not start, scrapes the driveway unevenly or has a chute that wobbles, the fix is often a single inexpensive part rather than a new machine.
An honest note before we start: none of the five parts in this guide is made by MTD. They are aftermarket (third-party) parts built to fit MTD snow blowers, and they differ by job: skid shoes, a recoil starter, a pair of wheels, primer bulbs and chute flanges. We explain what each part does, how to match it to your machine, and where the listing leaves gaps, so a first-time fixer or a gift-giver can order with confidence.
MTD Snow Blower Parts Compared
| Part | What it fixes | Replaces MTD part numbers | Pieces in pack |
|---|---|---|---|
| CheeMuii 784-5580 Skid Shoe | Housing height and scraping | 784-5580 and variants | 2 shoes plus hardware |
| YAMAKATO Pull Start 951-12418 | Broken or stuck pull starter | 951-12418, 751-12418, 951-14151 and more | 1 starter plus spare cord and cup |
| Snow Blower Wheel Assembly | Worn or flat tires | 934-04282B, 634-04282B and more | 2 wheels |
| Hipa 951-10888A Primer Bulb | Cracked primer, hard starting | 951-10888A, 751-10888, 951-10639A and more | 2 bulbs plus fuel line |
| 731-04869 Chute Flange | Loose discharge chute | 731-04869, 731-04869A | 3 flanges |
CheeMuii 784-5580 784-5580-0637 Skid Shoe for Scraping Problems
Chee Muii
CheeMuii 2Pack Black Snowblower Skid Shoes for 784-5580 784-5580-0637
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
CheeMuii 784-5580 784-5580-0637 Skid Shoe
Best for: Two-stage MTD blowers scraping unevenly
Pros
- Metal build
- Mounting hardware included
- Adjustable height
- Long part-number list
Cons
- Third-party, not MTD-made
- Mainly fits 24-inch two-stage units
Skid shoes are the two small metal plates bolted to either side of a two-stage snow blower’s housing. They ride on the ground like sled runners and set how high the front edge (the scraper bar) sits above the surface. When they wear thin, the housing drops, digs into gravel or scrapes loudly; when they are set wrong, the machine leaves a layer of snow behind. The CheeMuii 784-5580 784-5580-0637 Skid Shoe set replaces MTD part numbers 784-5580, 784-5580-0637, 784-5580-0638, 784-5580-0662, 784-5580-0665 and 784-5580-0688.
The pack contains 2 skid shoes, 4 bolts, 4 washers and 4 lock nuts, so you do not need a trip to the hardware store. The listing describes the shoes as metal, rust-proof and wear-resistant, with a length of 4 3/4 inches and 2 3/4 inches between the mounting holes (center to center). They are adjustable, so you can raise them for gravel or lower them for smooth pavement. Fitment named in the listing includes MTD two-stage snow throwers from 1992 onward with a 24-inch housing, MTD White Snow Boss models, many Cub Cadet models such as the 524, 826 and 1028, and Troy-Bilt Storm models such as the 2410 and 5524.
This part suits anyone with a two-stage machine that has started scraping or leaving snow behind. Single-stage blowers usually do not use skid shoes this way, so if yours is a small single-stage unit, skip to the other parts below.
YAMAKATO Pull Start 951-12418 951-12408 951-12127 for Hard-to-Start Engines
Yamakato
YAMAKATO Pull Start 951-12418 951-12408 951-12127 751-12418 Recoil Starter
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
YAMAKATO Pull Start 951-12418 951-12408 951-12127
Best for: Broken pull cord on 208cc engines
Pros
- Extra pull cord included
- Starter cup included
- Many cross-referenced part numbers
Cons
- Third-party, not MTD-made
- Listing mixes in irrelevant specs
The recoil starter is the pull-cord assembly on the side of the engine: you pull the handle, a rope spins the engine, and a spring winds the rope back in. When the spring breaks or the rope snaps, the cord hangs loose or will not retract. The YAMAKATO Pull Start 951-12418 951-12408 951-12127 replaces a long list of MTD numbers, including 751-12418, 951-12408, 951-12418, 951-12127, 951-14151, 951-10658, 751-14151 and 751-10658.
According to the listing, it is used on MTD, MTD Pro, Craftsman, Yard Machine, Bolens and Huskee 208cc engines, with engine codes such as 165-SU, 170-SU and 265-SU. Snow blowers named include the Troy-Bilt Squall 2100 and Storm 2410, 2420 and 2620, Remington RM2410, Cub Cadet 524WE and 726TDE, and several Columbia and White Outdoor models. It comes with 1 recoil starter, an extra pull cord, a starter cup (the part the starter grabs on the engine) and mounting nuts. The specification table also lists snow depth and throw distance figures; those describe a snow blower, not a pull starter, so ignore them when you shop.
This is the right fix when the rope is broken or will not rewind. If the rope pulls normally but the engine simply will not fire, a fuel problem is more likely, and the primer bulb below is a better place to start.
Snow Blower Wheel Assembly for Worn or Flat Tires
Kelvorix
Kelvorix Snow Blower Wheel Assembly, 10×4-Inch Snow Hog Steel Rim Replacement Wheel Compatible with MTD Troy-Bilt Craftsman Cub Cadet, Replaces 934-04282B 634-04282B 634P07686
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
Snow Blower Wheel Assembly
Best for: Worn or flat 10-inch blower tires
Pros
- Matched pair
- Steel rims
- Sno-Hog style tread
- Spacers included
Cons
- Third-party, not MTD-made
- Rim width spec looks wrong
Snow blower tires crack, go flat and lose tread over the years, and a machine that slips on ice is hard to steer. The Snow Blower Wheel Assembly, made by Kelvorix, is a pair of 10×4-inch wheel-and-tire units on steel rims. “10×4” means a 10-inch tall tire that is about 4 inches wide, a common size on MTD-family two-stage blowers.
The listing names MTD, Troy-Bilt, Cub Cadet, Craftsman, Bolens, Yard-Man and Yard Machines, and says it replaces part numbers 934-04282B, 634-04282B, 634-04240, 634-04281 and the 634-0232/934-0232 series. It uses a Sno-Hog style tread, the chevron pattern common on snow blower tires, made from rubber, and includes installation spacers or bushings. One small inconsistency: the specification table lists a rim width of 10 inches, which contradicts the 10×4 size in the title, so rely on the part numbers and tire size when you match it.
This suits owners whose tires are cracked, leaking or bald. Because both wheels come in one pack, you replace them as a matched pair, which keeps the machine tracking straight.
Hipa 2 Pack 951-10888A 570682A Primer for No-Start Mornings
Hipa
Hipa 2 Pack 951-10888A 570682A Primer Bulb Fits for Craftsman MTD Cub Cadet Troy Bilt Yard Machine Snow Blower 951-10639A 951-10888B 751-10888 Primer Bulb Assembly for Tecumseh HMSK100 HMSK105 HMSK110
Price and specifications are read from the Amazon product page and can change.
Hipa 2 Pack 951-10888A 570682A Primer
Best for: Cracked primer bulb on Tecumseh engines
Pros
- Two bulbs per pack
- Fuel line included
- Low-cost small fix
Cons
- Mostly for Tecumseh-powered machines
- Fuel line may arrive in two pieces
A primer bulb is the small rubber button you press before pulling the starter. Each press pushes a little fuel into the carburetor so a cold engine can start. Rubber hardens and cracks with age, and a cracked bulb leaks air instead of pushing fuel. The Hipa 2 Pack 951-10888A 570682A Primer replaces MTD numbers 751-10639, 751-10639A, 951-10639, 951-10639A, 951-10888A, 951-10888B and 751-10888, plus Tecumseh 321802A, 570682A and 570682.
Many older MTD-built snow blowers used Tecumseh engines, and much of the fitment list names Tecumseh engine models such as HMSK100, HMSK105, HMSK110, HSK and LH series. It also names MTD engine codes 161-JW, 478-SU, 483-SU, 490-SU and 370-SUA, plus some Bolens, Yard-Machines, Lawn-Boy and Ryobi snowblower models. The pack includes 2 primer bulbs and 2 feet of fuel line, which may arrive as one piece or two 1-foot pieces. The listing’s snow depth figure is again not relevant to a primer bulb.
This is the cheapest, easiest fix in the guide and a smart spare to keep in the garage. The listing itself advises checking your engine model and part number before ordering, which is good advice for every part here.
3 Pack 731-04869 Snowblower Chute Flange for a Loose Chute
Best for: Loose or wobbly discharge chute
Pros
- Three flanges per pack
- Wide two-stage model list
- Very light part
Cons
- Third-party, not MTD-made
- Material not listed
The discharge chute is the tube that sends snow flying off to the side. It sits on a ring and is held in place by small plastic keepers called chute flanges. When they crack or wear, the chute wobbles, drifts or will not stay pointed where you set it. The 3 Pack 731-04869 Snowblower Chute Flange replaces 731-04869A, 73104869A and 731-04869.
The fitment list covers many MTD two-stage models from around 2005 to 2007 with model numbers starting 31AE6, plus Craftsman, Huskee, MTD Gold and MTD Pro two-stage machines from 22 to 30 inches, Troy-Bilt Storm models, White Outdoor SB models, Columbia and Remington units. Each flange weighs about 1.6 ounces, and you get three. The listing does not specify the material, though these parts are commonly plastic.
This suits the owner whose chute moves on its own. Since a chute usually uses more than one flange, the three-pack lets you replace them together.
How to Choose the Right MTD Snow Blower Parts
Start with your machine’s model number. MTD-built snow blowers carry a label, usually on the back of the housing or under the dash, with a model number such as 31AE6GLF722. Engines have their own code, often on the engine shroud. Write both down; they are the key to every part in this guide.
Next, match the part number rather than the brand name. Because MTD built machines for many labels, a Cub Cadet or Troy-Bilt snow blower may use the same MTD part number. Each listing above cross-references MTD numbers, so if your old part or manual shows 784-5580, 951-12418, 934-04282B, 951-10888A or 731-04869, you have a match.
Then match the symptom to the part. Scraping or leaving snow behind points to the skid shoes. A broken or slack cord points to the recoil starter. Slipping or a flat points to the wheels. A cold engine that will not catch, with a cracked bulb, points to the primer. A wobbly chute points to the flanges.
Finally, remember that all five are third-party parts built to fit, not original MTD parts. That is common for repairs, but double-check fitment lists. If your old machine is past saving, a lighter option such as a small battery-powered snow blower may make sense for a short driveway.
FAQ
Are these parts made by MTD?
No. All five are aftermarket parts from other companies, sold as replacements that fit MTD and related snow blowers. Each listing gives the original MTD part numbers it replaces.
Will MTD parts fit my Cub Cadet or Troy-Bilt snow blower?
Often, yes, because many Cub Cadet and Troy-Bilt machines share MTD components. The skid shoes, recoil starter, wheels and chute flanges here all list Cub Cadet or Troy-Bilt models, but always confirm your exact model number.
How do I know if I need a primer bulb or a recoil starter?
If the pull cord is broken or will not rewind, you need a recoil starter. If the cord works but the engine will not fire and the rubber bulb is cracked or does not spring back, try the primer bulb first.
Do I need special tools to fit these parts?
The listings do not name required tools. Most of these jobs use basic wrenches and screwdrivers, and the skid shoes and wheels come with their mounting hardware or spacers.
Should I replace skid shoes in pairs?
Yes. The CheeMuii set comes as two shoes so both sides match, which keeps the housing level.
What if my snow blower is too worn out to fix?
If repairs are adding up, a lightweight tool like a wheeled electric snow shovel can handle light snow on small paths.
