The Rockwell company uses an ambitious manufacturing and marketing approach, that of convincing tool owners that they don't have to spend so much money to purchase quality tools.

With a consumer-minded deemphasis on expensive marketing strategies that drive tool costs up, Rockwell allows the quality of their products to define themselves without the help of a flashy price tags. Believe it or not, but it's actually a bit of a challenge to persuade tool buyers that cost doesn't always equal performance and value when it comes to power tools.

For example, Rockwell boasts its SoniCrafter oscillating tool as one of the most durable and versatile tools on the market. It's super high frequency oscillation delivers scratchless sanding and precision cutting at a fraction the cost of comparable tool models.

For more heavy-duty applications, Rockwell offers its "Shop Series" of commercial grade tools and shop machines. The Rockwell RC3135K Hammer Drill pictured above is one that belongs to the Shop Series, offering professional grade tool power at very reasonable prices.

eReplacementParts.com and Rockwell seem a good fit to us, if nothing else than because both of our companies do everything we can to put money back in the pockets of professional and non-professional tool owners everywhere.

Quality O.E.M. parts replacement and the right repair know-how can save professionals–and even homeowners–hundreds to thousands of dollars at the repair shop each year, and we've made it our mission to quickly and efficiently put those parts and that repair knowledge in their hands.

Rockwell tool owners can save cash double-time by combining the value and reasonable prices of Rockwell tools with  the money-saving convenience of eReplacementParts.com's online parts ordering service.

See our Rockwell Parts page to view our inventory of O.E.M. Rockwell tool parts, including Rockwell Cordless Drill Parts and Rockwell Grinder Parts.

Now, eReplacementParts.com offers its cutting edge online ordering and shipping services for Worx tool and equipment parts.

Of course, electric power tools are no big news to the industry, but Worx is a company with extensive electric-only outdoor equipment lines, including powerful cordless lawn mowers and trimmers!

According to their mission statement, the Worx company has set out to make "innovative outdoor power tools that make yard work easier."

So, just how does switching to electric yard tools make the difference in your work load?

• Electric tools are lighter than gas-powered tools.
• No need to buy, store, and refill fuel.
• They are much cleaner, making tool maintenance easier.
• Because they have fewer parts, electric tools tend to break less often and are much easier to service.
• Little to no tool maintenance with electric machines, such as winterizing and tune-ups.

And that list is just getting started. In addition to these functional advantages, electric tools are also much better for the environment since they do not directly consume gasoline and do not emit exhaust.

The Worx WG780 Electric Lawn Mower pictured to the left is a great example of how they have brought real ergonomics and power to the cordless yard tool industry.

The WG780 uses a large 24V battery that is easily removed from the mower for charging, and it can mow over 17,000 sq. ft. on just a single charge!

The Worx WG780 is just one example of the Worx Lawn Mower parts now available at eReplacementParts.com.

Some tool users might be skeptical of cordless yard tools because they've heard that they can take a long time to charge. Well, that may be true for other electric yard tool brands, but not Worx.

The Worx WG151.5 Cordless Trimmer operates on a high tech lithium ion battery that only requires 30 minutes to charge! Get parts for this Worx tool and other Worx Trimmer Parts now right here at eReplacementParts.com!

Although the repairs for electric power tools tend to be easier and less costly than those of gas-powered machines, electric tools and machines still have a number of parts that are designed for wear and replacement.

Keep an eye on your Worx carbon brushes, switches, batteries and power cords when it comes to Worx tools replacement parts, and you'll be able to get gas-powered life and performance out of your Worx yard tool.

Like other small engine manufacturers, Honda small engines can be found in use in dozens of tool and machine types, not to mention models. Honda small engines see use lawn tractors, pressure washers, tillers, log splitters, lawn mowers, gas trimmers, fun bikes, edgers, and more.

So, by carrying Honda small engine parts for a given engine model, we're equipped to offer fast and dependable parts replacement for all the outdoor products that use it.

Honda engines have a sterling reputation for long-lasting, intelligent engine designs.

Honda's GX series of commercial use small engines are one of their more prominent product lines. Models like this GX120 pictured below see use in pumps, edgers, lawn mowers, and rammers. 

* Honda Overhead Valves

* Horizontal shaft

* Automatic decompression

* Oil alert

Honda small engines in their GVC line are also well-received by residential consumers and continue to be a popular part of their premium residential engine lines.

Models like the GVC160 pictured below power outdoor equipment like log splitters, hover mowers, chips, and pressure washers.

* Honda Overhead Valves

* Honda Overhead Cam

* 1.10 Qt. per hour fuel consumption

*160cc displacement

The Honda GS35 Engine pictured above represents the the kind of Honda engines used in their lightweight outdoor equipment, like trimmers and edgers.

On interesting thing about the Honda Engines company, is that they exclusively produce 4-stroke engines for their outdoor equipment and other products.

This means that Honda engine users don't have to worry about mixing fuel and oil, and they also benefit from the quieter properties of 4-stroke engines.

Some of the GS35's features include:

* OHC, reducing weight, oil consumption, and noise.

* Maintenance-free internal timing belt.

* Easy starting. 

* No mixing oil.

* Fuel efficient design.

Get parts for this GX35 or other Honda GX Series Engine Parts here at eReplacementParts.com!

Tanaka engines power all kinds of Tanaka outdoor power equipment, like hedgetrimmers, grass trimmers, chainsaws, blowers, and pole saws, but they're also used in scooters, gas-powered drills, outboard motors, pumps, and bicycles. Their overall design helps them run clean and powerfully, but the quality of many individual Tanaka parts stands out as well.

Tanaka tool and engine parts boast the following features:

• forged steel connecting rods (instead of stamped steel)
• chrome plated cylinders (instead of non-chrome plated)
• large, fiber lined clutch shoes (for efficient power transfer)

Tanaka Gas Drill parts and design have reputations all their own. Not only are they very heavy duty drills, but each includes a number of user/repair-friendly parts and design features.

Like other Tanaka gas-powered tools, their drills' motors are lightly shrouded. This intentionally simple design both allows the engines to breathe better and offers tool owners easy access to them when it's time for repairs or service.

Tanaka Drills also have what they call "easy access zirk fittings," small holes on the side of the drills that allow them to be internally lubricated without any dismantling!

Their gears are also cut from solid steel, another trademark quality of Tanaka parts and their tools. Solid steel gears tend to last much longer than sintered or pressed steel gears.

Tanaka trimmer parts have also received some recognition for their ergonomics and carefully considered design. The trimmer pictured below, the Tanaka TBC-240PFCS Grass Trimmer, is part of their new line of "Inspire" tool models.

Tools in the Tanaka Inspire series benefit from Tanaka parts like Non-slip elastomer grips and honeycomb-shaped engine shrouds that reduce engine noise. Tanaka also boasts some of the cleanest running 2-cycle engines on the market.

Get the quality O.E.M. Tanaka parts and Tanaka accessories you need right here at eReplacementParts.com. Saving time and money by repairing and maintaining power tools and equipment is always rewarding, but it's even better when a company like Tanaka builds easier tool repair right into their equipment designs.

Dirt Devil is a great vacuum brand to represent the diversity between vacuum user needs and preferences. Their large lines of vacuums include canister, upright, stick/broom, designer, hand, steam cleaner, and carpet cleaner designs, and each vacuum type seems to suit a different kind of job and user.

Upright models like this the Dirt Devil 088160 Breeze Upright Vacuum remain the most widely purchased. Although they're not as portable and versatile as lighter models, their powerful designs really get the job done.

Model features:

• bagless design
• 12 amp motor
• weighs under 13 lbs.
• Micro Fresh filtration
• can clean up to 2,800 sq. ft. from one outlet

Click here for the Dirt Devil upright vacuum parts that will keep your upright model running strong.

The Dirt Devil M084100 Power Stick Vacuum represents the specialty and flexibility of "stick" or "broom" vacuums. Stick vacuums are usually brushless, part of what makes them suitable for hardwood floors and other flat surfaces. 

Although stick vacuums tend to be less powerful than upright models, the sleek designs of models like the Dirt Devil M084100 make them great for getting under low furniture and other tight spots.

Model features:

• bare floor cleaning
• bagless
• Motorguard® system
  

Click here for O.E.M. Dirt Devil stick vacuum parts!

The Dirt Devil M08225x Scorpion Quick Flip Handheld Vacuum makes taking care of little messes in tough places no problem. The power and reliability of a dedicated power supply and the model's adjustable crevice tool show off Dirt Devil's customer-minded approach to product design.

Parts for this and other Dirt Devil hand vacuum parts can be found right here at eReplacementParts.com

Model features:

• 7 amp motor
• 16 ft. cord
• flip down crevice tool
• shoulder strap
• upholstery attachment

Dirt Devil canister type vacuums continue to be a favorite design for many homeowners, especially in homes with lots of stairs and uneven surfaces. Canister models are easy to carry around, the most adaptable for different heads and accessories, and tend to create a lot of suction relative to their motor size thanks to their two-part design.

The Dirt Devil M082500 Breeze Canister Vacuum is well-reviewed among users in its price bracket.

Model features:

• multiple cleaning surfaces
• maneuverability
• Micro Fresh filtration

Visit our Dirt Devil canister vacuum parts page for your model's parts list.

Line trimmers, weedeaters, and grass trimmers not only go by many names, but they're also designed so that many key parts can be easily replaced or upgraded. Spark plugs, filters, handles, straps, and even trimmer heads can be changed easily and with little expense. 

Poulan trimmers are a great example of how you can upgrade your favorite yard tool. Users who have come to love and depend on the performance of their Poulan line trimmers can customize their machines with feature-enhancing, after-market accessories.

For example, trimmer owners have a couple options when it comes time to replace their trimmer's trimmer head:

• If you're happy with your trimmer head's loading style, feed style, and performance, you can simply order the same trimmer head that came with your trimmer.

In the case of your trusty Poulan trimmer, navigate to our Poulan weedeater parts page. Find your trimmer model by scrolling down the list or by typing its model number in the search field at the top of the page. 

You will be able to view and order the O.E.M. Poulan parts that your trimmer needs, including factory replacement heads like the one that came with your model.

• After-market trimmer heads give users another option when it comes to trimmer head replacement.

Many after-market trimmer heads are designed to increase a trimmer's usability and performance, and most are designed for cross-compatibility between models and brands.

Shindaiwa Speed-Feed trimmer heads do all of this and more! These after-market trimmer heads are compatible with hundreds of trimmer models, including many Poulan trimmer models.

Reloading cutting line in a conventional trimmer head usually involves some trimmer head disassembly and accompanying frustration for users, not to mention that loading often takes 10 or more minutes.

What makes Speed-Feed trimmer heads so great is given away by their names . . .

Speed-Feed trimmer heads do not require any disassembly for line loading, and their unique, innovative design makes it possible to load new cutting line in under 60 seconds!

Trimmer owners still need to ensure that their new trimmer head is compatible with their Poulan trimmer. The Speed-Feed trimmer heads available on our site include arbor bolt adapters, making compatibility with trimmer brands and models much easier.

Click the links below to see our selection of Shindaiwa Speed-Feed trimmer heads:

• Shindaiwa 450 Speed-Feed Trimmer Head
  
• Shindaiwa 375 Speed-Feed Trimmer Head
  
• Shindaiwa 375 Speed-Feed Trimmer Head

You can have your Poulan weedeater performing like it never has with these and other after-market accessories from eReplacementParts.com, Your Professional Parts Warehouse™

Not only were they the first company to introduce a gas-powered hedge trimmer to market, but they are even more well known for producing the first light-weight, hand operated chainsaw in 1963, the XL-12.

The XL-12's slim twelve pound total weight made an impact on professional and personal use chainsawing everywhere, but strangely enough, it also received some pop culture recognition for being used in the 1974 Texas Chainsaw Massacre film.

Homelite has continued to introduce innovative chainsaw designs over the years:

• Zip Start^TM- This Homelite patented system makes cord starting gas-powered chainsaws much easier as faster.
  
• Safe-T-Tip^TM-This unique nose guard makes it easier for the saw to engage its work by stabilizing the nose. It also works to reduce vibration and prevent kickback.
  
• Power Stroke^TM- A design that improves engine start-up, life, and power.

Homelite trimmers are also very well circulated, and are known for time-saving convenience features. Their many trimmer models include gas and electric designs, and are especially suited for homeowners and non-professional applications.

• Pro Cut^TM Trimmer Head- The most time consuming part of any lawn trimming job is refilling the trimmer's cutting line. This design feature from Homelite makes replacing that trimmer line fast and easy.
  
• Push Button Starter- A battery powered electric starting system available on many of their gas powered trimmers.

Example: The Homelite UT-41002 15" Trimmer

At eReplacementParts.com, our online tool and machine parts inventory includes replacement parts for Homelite chainsaws, trimmers, blowers, lawn mowers, and more.

Owners of Homelite lawn and garden products can make their tool's comfort and convenience last for years with simple, cost-efficient maintenance and parts replacement. Find your Homelite tool's breakdown diagram and parts list by typing its model number in the part finder on our home page.

Is my lawn big enough for a riding tractor, or do I just stick to the conventional walk-behind mower?

Like the wording of the question suggests, the size of your lawn should determine whether you really have a need for a riding unit.

The general rule of thumb is that if your lawn exceeds 100 ft. sq., then it might be worth it to consider the time saving investment of a riding tractor. A riding mower might be a bit of overkill if your lawn is any smaller, but there's no law against taking it easy if the idea of shaded, drink-holder-access mowing is just too irresistible.

Don't let it stifle your excitement, but you still have some critical (and fun) decisions to make if your heart is set on an MTD riding mower. In the first place, MTD riding tractors come in two varieties-"lawn tractors" and "garden tractors." So what's the difference?

In general, the major difference between lawn and garden tractors is size.

• Lawn tractors are designed for smaller acreage and lighter-duty mowing needs that don't require extra horsepower or heavy-duty mower construction.
  
• Garden tractors, on the other hand, are bigger all around, with larger wheels, more horsepower, heavier frames and transmissions, and are made for large acreage jobs and high torque applications.
  

The more specific differences between MTD lawn tractors and MTD garden tractors have to do with attachment options.

• Lawn tractors can use work attachments that do not engage the soil, like dozer blades, grass catchers, mulch kits, snowblowers, and tow-behind assemblies.
  

MTD Dozer Blade Attachment

• Garden tractors can use all of the attachments that lawn tractors can, plus attachments that engage the soil. This is because attachments like tillers, plows, harrows, and cultivators need the extra power that garden tractors offer.

MTD Harrow Attachment

So really, the choice between garden tractors and lawn tractors comes down to what kind of work you need the machine to do.

When it comes to attachments though, the varieties that MTD offers do not stop at those we've mentioned here by any means. Other accessories include things like:

• tire chains
  
• grass collection systems
  
• ramps
  
• tow-behind carts
  
• sunshades
  
• and more
  

Some patented MTD riding tractor options actually affect the compatibility of some types of attachments. Many models of MTD tractors include their special AutoDrive™ system that makes driving a tractor much like driving a car. Attachments for MTD AutoDrive™ models are made for fast installation by virtue of another patented design feature, FastAttach™, which makes attachments changeable without tools.

Lawn tractor or garden tractor, attachments or no attachments, eReplacementParts.com is an authorized dealer of genuine replacement parts for MTD's full lines of outdoor equipment. Our huge inventory includes parts for MTD chippers, edgers, snowblowers, and trimmers, among others. We also carry MTD attachment parts like those discussed above.

Our online parts replacement service is here to keep your MTD riding tractor running strong, so you can enjoy your rightful place in its seat

Many of the light, affordable, and most-used Bolens products out there are their gas powered machines, which all use various types of small engines to get that yard work done. Although different from machine to machine, the small engines used in gas powered Bolens equipment have similar maintenance requirements, and run in to similar situations when ordering parts.

Like other gas powered tools, the engines used in Bolens machines should see some normal parts replacements in their lifetimes. Some of the most commonly replaced parts that have to do with small engine repair and/or service are:

• spark plugs
• fuel caps
• starter cords
• air filter housings, and
• oil fill caps

So, lets say this time it's a spark plug for a Bolens 13AM762F065 Lawn Tractor (like the one pictured below), and I pop over to eReplacementParts.com to find the part that matches the Bolens model number of my tractor…

But wait. Is that a Bolens engine on that tractor (or tool)?

Chances are that the small engine used on a Bolens power tool comes from a separate manufacturer, and this is a question that Bolens and other gas powered outdoor tool users frequently ask us.

Bolens, a member of the MTD family of brands (including Troy-Built, Yard Man, and Yard Machines), contracts the specialty of small engine manufacturers for their products, much like many other lawn and garden equipment manufacturers. That means that when a replacement part is needed that relates to a tool's gas engine, the part has to be matched to the model number of the engine, not the tool.

Most Bolens gas powered tools are matched up with the dependable, well-known Briggs & Stratton brand of engines. If your Bolens product has a Briggs & Stratton engine, the good news is that eReplacementParts.com carries parts both for your tool, and its engine.

So, first check to see if your Bolens tool uses a Briggs & Stratton engine. If so, here are the steps to find the matching part you need for your tool:

1.       Find the stamped number.

If your tool's engine is a Briggs & Stratton make, it will have a stamped model/type/code number (pictured below) somewhere on the engine, often on or near the starter housing.

2.       Type the engine model number in our model number search field.

This will direct you to that engine's parts page.

3.       One more step before an accurate parts match.

That Briggs & Stratton type number will also be needed to narrow down parts that match your engine's type.

Each Briggs & Stratton engine parts page on our website has an additional search feature (pictured below), just above the engine's breakdown diagram.

By entering the Briggs & Stratton type number in this field, the parts page for that engine model number will refresh and display only the parts that match the engine type number as well.

Not all Bolens lawnmowers, lawn tractors, edgers, log splitters, snowblowers, tillers and trimmers use Briggs & Stratton engines, but many of them do, so take a look at that engine make before heading online to make a parts order.

Whether Bolens or any other brand that uses Briggs & Stratton small engines, customers at eReplacementParts.com can get the parts they need all in one place with our specialized search features, ordering and shipping service.

We recently ran across an interesting story in an article that also links together the economy, friendliness, and Poulan chainsaws, although in a very different way. As the article we've linked below reports, a thief left a rather polite "Sorry" note after making off with a Poulan chainsaw, telling the previous owner that "times are hard."

"Car burglar leaves note: 'Sorry bro, times are hard'"

We also found an interesting listing for a home that includes a Poulan riding mower as part of its "negotiable items" for sale of the property.

Considering the heavy handed role of the housing market in the economic shake-up, the value of Poulan products is certainly being appreciated when their equipment can contribute to the sale of a large home.

Along with a suggestion to keep those valuable tools stored correctly and locked up, eReplacementParts.com also offers OEM parts replacement for Poulan machines and equipment as one of our dozens of supported brands. Because when it comes to making the most with what you have and power tools, a dependable parts replacement resource is the most important ingredient.