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15-30 minutes
It is a genuine part that is supplied by the original equipment manufacturer for use with snowthrowers. This special dual cable fitting helps to secure the control cables on the handle. It is a high-quality replacement for a damaged or a missing component that was installed on a new unit. One durable plastic fitting is included. To ensure the exact location and the correct application of this part, refer to the appropriate diagrams for your model. It is secured to the handle by a screw which is sold separately. Note, a screwdriver will be needed to perform this repair.
Fitting-dual Cable 731-04216A
OEM part for: MTD, Troy-Bilt, Yard Machines
Part Number: 731-04216A
$10.74
Usually ships in 7 - 12 business days
Leaves our warehouse within 7 - 12 business days
Compatibility
This part will fit the following 10 machines
Troy-Bilt
31AS3BB2766 (2005) Storm CS 5.5HP 24" Self-Propelled View Diagrams & Manuals
MTD
31A-32AD706 (2009) Two-Stage Compact Snowblower View Diagrams & Manuals
31A-3BAD729 (2005) Snow Thrower View Diagrams & Manuals
31A-3CAD729 (2006) Snow Thrower View Diagrams & Manuals
31A-3CAD729 (2007) Snowthrower View Diagrams & Manuals
Yard Machines
31A-32AD752 (2009) Two Stage Compact Snow Thrower View Diagrams & Manuals
31A-32AD752 (2008) Two Stage Compact Snow Thrower View Diagrams & Manuals
31A-3BAD729 Snow Thrower View Diagrams & Manuals
31A-32AD700 (2008) Snow Thrower View Diagrams & Manuals
31A-32AD700 (2009) Snow Thrower View Diagrams & Manuals
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This item works with the following types of products:
- Snowblower Parts
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Cable fitting broke into two pieces
KENNETH - November 30, 2015
👍 3 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Removed nut and bolt and replaced Dual Cable Fitting using the same nut and bolt.
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Original cable fitting shattered to pieces.
John - January 23, 2018
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Adjustable Wrench, Phillips head screwdriver
Parts Used
1. Purchased the new cable fitting.
2. Removed the bolt and the nut holding the original fitting to the snowblower handle.
3. Placed both cables into the fitting and mounted to the handle with the original nut and the bolt.
4. Tightened the nut with a phillips head screwdriver and an adjustable wrench.
A socket lug or wrench set could have been used too. Too much time would be taken to find correct size.
2. Removed the bolt and the nut holding the original fitting to the snowblower handle.
3. Placed both cables into the fitting and mounted to the handle with the original nut and the bolt.
4. Tightened the nut with a phillips head screwdriver and an adjustable wrench.
A socket lug or wrench set could have been used too. Too much time would be taken to find correct size.
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Auger gearbox. Sintered gear disintegrated, shear pins failed to shear.
Jonathan - December 11, 2018
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers, Socket set, Wrench Set, Nutdriver, Lift/stand
1. Removed the plastic swivel chute
2. Removed plastic pulley cover
3. Separated auger/thrower assembly from the engine/tractor unit
4. Removed auger gearbox assembly from shroud
5. Removed auger blades from gearbox axle shaft
6. Installed auger blades on to new auger gearbox
7. Assembled in reverse order as above
2. Removed plastic pulley cover
3. Separated auger/thrower assembly from the engine/tractor unit
4. Removed auger gearbox assembly from shroud
5. Removed auger blades from gearbox axle shaft
6. Installed auger blades on to new auger gearbox
7. Assembled in reverse order as above
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Blowner v-belt broken
Yin - March 25, 2018
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Power Drill, Socket set
Drain out gas turn blowner over and Relief drive and blowner tension pulleys and install new v-belts retensioned and tested
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Faulty part.
KIM - December 3, 2017
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Easy and quick replacement.
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Could not engage auger.
Fred - November 25, 2017
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Pliers
Parts Used
1 Removed the broken part.
2 Put the new part in place.
3 Pulled cable back.
4 Tightened screw
Easy. Took about 5 minutes.
2 Put the new part in place.
3 Pulled cable back.
4 Tightened screw
Easy. Took about 5 minutes.
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Dual cable fitting screw was over tightened and fitting cracked.
Henry - September 9, 2016
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Removed screw and locknut from cracked fitting. Replaced with new cable fitting. Was an easy remove and replace
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Plastic wire keeper broke
Joe - January 2, 2016
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Removed broken mounting bracket. (30 seconds) replace new bracket and tighten down. Total 3 minutes. Took longer to make sure cables were in place correctly.
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Dual cable holder broke.
PAUL - April 15, 2018
👍 0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Snowblower
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Removed the rest of the broken piece and replaced with new piece.
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