Part Location Diagram of 731-1710A MTD Chipper / Shredder Chipper Shredder Hopper Collar
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Chipper / Shredder Chipper Shredder Hopper Collar 731-1710A

Manufactured by:
MTD
ERP Number:
ERP9301247
Part Number:
731-1710A
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30 - 60 mins 

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  Works with your model   RM45MCS!

Product Description

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This genuine chipper shredder hopper collar is an original part designed for use with chippers manufactured by MTD and Yard Machines. It connects the hopper assembly to the impeller housing and is made of durable plastic. If the collar becomes cracked or broken, it should be replaced to maintain proper function. This part is sold individually, and a wrench set may be required for installation. For best results, refer to your model’s diagram to ensure correct placement.

Troubleshooting

This part works with the following brands:
  • MTD
  • Yard Machines
  • Craftsman
  • Husky
This part works with the following products:
  • Chipper Shredder
Part# 731-1710A replaces these:
731-1710, 731-1710A,

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Hopper collar was broken

DONALD from Sacramento, California

4 of 4 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Wrench set
Parts Used:
731-1710A
Just remove nuts and bolts and replace part, reinstall nuts and bolts.
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Existing hopper collar was cracked.

Mark from Vancouver, Washington

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
731-1710A
1 remove shredder hopper
2. remove old collar
3. install new collar
4. re-install shredder hopper
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The Hopper Collar attach to the Shredder was broken.

Danielle from Woodstock, Georgia

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
731-1710A
Removed broken Hopper Collar and installed new one .
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1/2 of 2 piece hopper collar was cracked.

Daniel from WOODRUFF, South Carolina

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Wrench set
Parts Used:
731-1710A
1. Removed 6 nuts holding collar to the unit. Removed 3 bolts holding the shoot to the upper brace.
2. Removed 6 bolts holding the collar together. Then removed 2 bolts holding collar to shoot.
3. Replaced both sides of the collar to shoot and reconnected the upper bracket to shoot.
4. Slid the collar onto bolts on the u nit, slid the upper brace back into position. Loosely connected 6 nuts to the unit. Once on, tightened all nuts. Voila, back in the chipping business again!
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After years of use the sleeves on the shedder hopper had worn out

Charles from Crowley, Texas

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set
Parts Used:
731-1710A
I removed the worn out parts and replaced them with the new parts
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Hopper broken

William from GLEN HAVEN, Wisconsin

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
731-1710A
Remove old hopper ,replace with new one.
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Broken collar

EFISIO from Saugus, Massachusetts

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
731-1710A
Remove the broken collar and replaced with the new one
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Model Cross Reference

This part works with the following models:
ERP Number: ERP9301247
Manufacturer Part Number: 731-1710A
Brand Model Number Description
MTD 247-462B000THRU465A000 Chipper Shredder - Chipper/Shredder
MTD 247-465A000 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A002 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A009 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A016 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A019 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A022 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A026 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A029 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A033 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A054 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A057 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A077 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A098 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A105 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A118 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A121 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A129 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A131 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A134 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A138 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A145 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A151 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A196 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A205 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A206 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A229 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A301 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A304 Chipper Shredder - Chipper
MTD 247-465A307 Chipper Shredder - Chipper