26-0671 & 3290-465 Blade Bolt & Washer Kit – 3 Sets Fits Toro, Exmark, TimeMaster, Recycler | Black Oxide Steel, OEM Replacement

What It Is

This is a 3-set kit of blade bolts and washers (part numbers 26-0671 and 3290-465) designed to secure lawn mower blades to the spindle. It’s intended for Toro, Exmark, TimeMaster, and Recycler models, and is commonly used during blade replacement or sharpening.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower uses a 5/16″-18 thread bolt with a 1-1/8″ hex head, and a cupped washer with a 1-1/4″ outer diameter. This kit fits most Toro 22″ Recycler, 30″ TimeMaster, and select Exmark commercial walk-behinds, but not all zero-turn or large riding mowers. Check your owner’s manual or existing bolt/washer dimensions—if your bolt is longer or has a different thread pitch (e.g., 3/8″-24), this won’t work. OEM replacement means it matches original Toro specs, so aftermarket blades with different bolt holes may still be compatible if they use the same bolt size.

Key Things to Know

• Material: Black oxide steel resists rust better than plain steel, but still requires occasional anti-seize on threads to prevent galling.
• Installation difficulty: Easy—just a wrench and torque wrench (recommended 35-45 ft-lbs). Overtightening can strip threads or warp the washer.
• Common gotcha: The cupped washer must be installed with the convex side facing the blade, or the bolt won’t seat properly and may loosen.
• Quantity: You get three complete sets, so one purchase covers most single-blade mowers for 2-3 changes, or a 3-blade deck at once.

Should You Buy It

If you own a compatible Toro, Exmark, TimeMaster, or Recycler mower and need a reliable, OEM-spec bolt/washer set for blade swaps, this kit is a solid buy. It’s affordable, includes extras, and the high rating reflects consistent fit and durability. Skip it if your mower uses a different bolt size or you only need one set—buying individually may be cheaper.