Can you use different mower blades?

Lawn mower blades are mower specific and not universal. You can also replace a certain manufacturer’s blades with another manufacturer’s blade, provided that they match up with your mower in length, thickness, width, hole numbers, hole shapes, and hole sizes.

Are lawn mower blades universal?

So, are lawn mower blades universal? Lawnmower blades are not universal, they are mower specific. A mower blade must be an exact fit and torqued to the manufacturer’s specification.

Do all lawn mowers use the same blades?

Although a mower is restricted to using blades that correspond to a matching configuration of holes and measurements, most mowers will still have several blade type options available that are compatible. Lawn mower blade types employ different designs that offer a variety of “lift” and mulching options.

Are lawn mower blades the same size?

In most cases, the replacement blades are labeled as the same size as the deck. If, for example, the mower has a 46-inch deck, then chances are good that the correct blades are labeled “46 inch tractor blade” or similar wording.

What kind of lawn mower blade do I have?

The easiest way to find replacement lawn mower blades is with the OEM number. The OEM number is the numerical part number of the blade assigned by the manufacturer. In most cases, just typing this number with the manufacturer name into a search engine or online store will be enough to bring up some promising results.

Are lawn mower blade bolts reverse thread?

Most lawnmower blade nuts are reverse-threaded in order to secure the blade on the drive shaft of the engine. This ensures that the blade’s rotation does not loosen the nut. However, not all blades use a reverse-threaded nut to secure them to the engine’s drive shaft.

How do I identify my lawnmower blade?

Why does my lawn mower leave a strip of grass?

A strip of uncut grass left in the middle of mowing rows could signal that your lawnmower’s blades are unbalanced or that one or both of them was installed the wrong way. Ensure that your mower’s blades are on correctly, that both are secured tightly to the mower deck and that both are balanced.

Can you use high-lift blades without bagger?

High-lift blades have deeper curves on the ends, which create enough suction to circulate and expel the clippings. The higher air flow also helps prevent clogging when mowing tall or wet grass. If you don’t have a bagging attachment, our HI-LIFT Blades will work better with the discharge shoot open.

How do you match lawn mower blades?

How do I know what size mower blades I need?

Measuring a Lawn Mower Blade

1. Length should be measured from cutting tip to cutting tip, diagonally across the blade.
2. Type of Center Hold: Circle, 5 / 6 / 7 point star, hourglass or “Double D”
3. Center diameter should be measured directly across the center hole.
4. Diameter of outer holes.

What are the different sizes of lawn mower blades?

Mower blades can be 1 1/2″ to 4 1/4″ in width, and are available in thicknesses ranging from about 1/10″ to almost 1/3″. [Back to top] Number of Holes Lawn mower blades will have either one or three holes in them for where they attach to the machine.