An authentic replacement component which is supplied directly from the original equipment manufacturer for use with Troy-Bilt and MTD log splitters. This is the flexible coupling which is attached to the gear pump, please make sure to check appropriate diagrams of your model for the correct location and use of this item. Over time the part may wear out and begin to fail eventually requiring replacement to maintain peak performance. It is a high-quality component which is made of durable metal and it is sold individually.
Coupling-logsp .87 918-04145
OEM part for: Troy-Bilt, MTD, Craftsman, Husky, Yard Machines
Part Number: 918-04145
Compatibility
This part will fit the following 61 machines
Troy-Bilt
MTD
Craftsman
Husky
Yard Machines
This item works with the following types of products:
- Log Splitter Parts
This part replaces obsolete part #: 718-04145
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The flexible coupling sheared
Tool Type
Log Splitter
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, na
Parts Used
Flexible coupler went bad on my troy-bilt log splitter
Tool Type
Log Splitter
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Socket set, Adjustable Wrench, Allen wrench
Parts Used
2. Used an Allen wrench to loosen the set screws on both the top and bottom coupling.
3. Cleaned everything up and installed new flexible coupling.
4. Replaced engine. This part was a little tricky because you have to line everything up just right.
Original part wore out
Tool Type
Log Splitter
Difficulty
Medium
Time
30-60 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
Flex coupling broke
Tool Type
Log Splitter
Difficulty
Medium
Time
1-2 hours
Tools Used
Socket set, Wrench Set, Gear puller and hammer
Parts Used
2- Removed the coupling guard and disconnected the hydraulic pump
3- Removed both halves of the flex coupling with the gear puller
4- Slid the new coupling halves onto the corresponding shafts and secured the coupling onto the engine shaft with the set screw
5- Temporarily attached the coupling guard (rotated it 90 degrees so I had access to the hydraulic pump coupling) and hydraulic pump to achieve the proper spacing between coupling halves.
6- Aligned the coupling halves and mounted the engine temporarily.
7- Secured the coupling on the hydraulic pump.
8- Removed the engine and coupler guard.
9- Reattached the hydraulic pump and coupler guard.
10- Realigned the coupler halves and reattached the engine.
warn flex coupler
Tool Type
Log Splitter
Difficulty
Medium
Time
More than 2 hours
Tools Used
Socket set, Alan wrench/
Easy enough,, and I'm an idiot.
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