Lane Ranger 10,946 #1 Posted October 9, 2011 I have a 42 inch Sickle Bar Mower (SMS-425) tht I need to replace three broken knives on . I have some new replacement knives but need to find a rivet to fit the knife blade. The original rivet was part #1071 (thanks to Tom Flynn for the info). Partstree says it is no longer available. I went to the local TSC today and they have no rivets small enough to go in the knife hole. Suppose to be a flat rivet, steel and about an 8th to 3/16th round and maybe no more than a half to 3/8 long. Here is the knife blade in the sickle bar mower and you can just about see the rivets: Here are three new blades and I just noticed one of the blades has larger rivet holes and I think I have a few more like this one: Any guidance on a replacement rivet would be appreciated! :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #2 Posted October 9, 2011 just a guess but can you cut the new rivet down to the right length or does tsc not have the right diameter Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #3 Posted October 9, 2011 Round head rivet ~ 3/16" diameter X 1/2" long. (I have a few spares for my SMS mower) Grainger has them - if you don't mind a package of 165. :thumbs2: 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene_S 93 #4 Posted October 9, 2011 Round head rivet ~ 3/16" diameter X 1/2" long. (I have a few spares for my SMS mower) Grainger has them - if you don't mind a package of 165. Good info TT!!! Lane if you buy Graingers I'd be interested in buying a few of them... :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #5 Posted October 9, 2011 Had to do it : 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #6 Posted October 9, 2011 TT i could be mistaken but thats a dime and thats 2 rivets Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Gene_S 93 #7 Posted October 9, 2011 Had to do it : TT done his math... But I was hoping Lane would do three for a dime... 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #8 Posted October 9, 2011 Yep -- about 10 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,679 #9 Posted October 10, 2011 Actually the rivet is a 7/32" dia x 1/2" (.218 x .500) NOT 3/16" sorry TT and good luck finding them Brian I found a source for 7/32" x 1/2" looks like $6.00 per 100pcs I'll get the web site info and post it http://www.rivetsinstock.com/rivet67.htm 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #10 Posted October 10, 2011 where would a rivet fit on a moose? I'm going to look at work tommorrow and see if the rivet size that holds the ring gear on the drive hub of a toro spartan/reelmaster are the same size. They look close. If they are you could odear them from toro or aftermarket Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #11 Posted October 10, 2011 sorry TT No need to apologize..... I measured the spare rivets that came with my SMS-425 & although it's not used often, they've been holding the knives tight on my mower for years. Edit: I found several sources for the 7/32" rivets and will check them out in the very near future. :banghead: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
71_Bronco 1,072 #12 Posted October 10, 2011 If someone is really in a bind and cannot get these rivets, I might be able to machine a few up. Not to long ago, my dad was rebuilding the window assembly for his '64 Falcon. One of the little aluminum rivets dropped off the bench and into the black-hole, and we couldn't find it. I had to machine up a new one at work, cause he didn't have time to wait for a pair of special order rivets to come in. Soooo.... if someone is in dire need, I might be able to make a few if people absolutely need them. Of course, I would need a dimensioned print of the parts though. Although, from the sound of it, it looks like the rivets are available. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 10,946 #13 Posted October 10, 2011 Thanks TT , Gene, Brian, Heath and 71 Bronco! For All the good information on these little rivets! I appreciate it. Gene: Whatever I get I can send you some ! :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mavfreak 11 #14 Posted October 10, 2011 I looked up R&R Products for the rivets I metioned above and there 5/16 x3/4. Sorry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VinsRJ 721 #15 Posted October 10, 2011 I actually found it easier to just weld new tips to the knives... shape and sharpen. Unless you plan on using it a lot...... Haven't had an issue with mine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
TT-(Moderator) 1,131 #16 Posted October 11, 2011 I received one response so far........ From David Nanna: 7/32 X 1/2 RD HD STEEL RIVETS IN STOCK AT $6.25 PER HUNDRED. $25.00 ORDER MINIMUM. Jay-Cee Sales and Rivet 32861 Chesley Dr. Farmington, Mi 48336 800-521-6777 EXT 20 248-478-6416 (fax) E-mail: david@rivetsinstock.com Web site: http://www.rivetsinstock.com Anyone want to corner the market on sickle mower rivets? :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
buckrancher 2,679 #17 Posted October 12, 2011 I received one response so far........ From David Nanna: 7/32 X 1/2 RD HD STEEL RIVETS IN STOCK AT $6.25 PER HUNDRED. $25.00 ORDER MINIMUM. Jay-Cee Sales and Rivet 32861 Chesley Dr. Farmington, Mi 48336 800-521-6777 EXT 20 248-478-6416 (fax) E-mail: david@rivetsinstock.com Web site: http://www.rivetsinstock.com Anyone want to corner the market on sickle mower rivets? TT thats the same place I found I added the link in my first reply I wonder if I can get them in stainless? Brian Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 10,946 #18 Posted October 12, 2011 Thanks Brian and TT ! I appreciate the assistance with this parts search! Looks like Jay-Cee also has 7/32 x 1/2 steel Flat Head rives also for about the same price. :thumbs2: Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
tmix 34 #19 Posted October 23, 2011 Hey try going to the oldest fram machinery shop they might have them under 2" of dust in the back T MIX worth a try? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lane Ranger 10,946 #20 Posted September 21, 2020 (edited) SICKLE BAR MOWER REPLACEMENT BLADES CAN BE PURCHASED FROM WEBB CUTTING COMPONENTS IN NEBRAAASKA. HERE IS THE LINK TO THE PROPER BLADE THEY ALSO SELL SERRATED BLADES IN THE SAME SIZE! https://www.cuttingcomponents.com/jari-replacement-section-102500-2-w-x-2-13-16-h-3-16-hole-on-1-3-8-centers.html Replacement Rivets Yes You can still get the replacement rivets (Wheel Horse Part # 1071) from Jay-Cee Rivets in Michigan. The rivets are siz 7/32 x 1/2 long Round Head Steel. https://www.rivetsonline.com/s0218r00500/s0218r00500 Edited September 21, 2020 by Lane Ranger 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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