Pro Parts Place, PPP

What It Is

The Pro Parts Place (PPP) is a universal replacement blade set designed for residential walk-behind lawn mowers with 20- to 22-inch cutting decks. It’s intended for standard mulching, bagging, or side-discharge use on common brands like MTD, Craftsman, Troy-Bilt, and Husqvarna.

Fitment & Compatibility

Before buying, confirm your mower’s deck size (measure from blade tip to blade tip across the deck). This set fits 20-22 inch decks only. Check the center hole diameter—it’s 1 inch round, so it won’t fit 5/8-inch or 7/8-inch arbors. Measure your old blade’s length (end to end) and thickness (typically 0.125 to 0.150 inches). The PPP blades match standard OEM patterns for MTD 742-0422A, 742-0430, and 742-0431, but they are not a direct OEM replacement for Craftsman or John Deere specific part numbers—cross-reference your model number with Pro Parts Place’s online fitment chart. If your mower uses a star-shaped or multi-hole arbor, this blade won’t work.

Key Things to Know

• Quality vs. OEM: Made from heat-treated steel, but reviews note they dull faster than premium OEM blades (e.g., Oregon or Gator) on rocky or sandy lawns.
• Installation difficulty: Easy—15 minutes with a socket wrench and blade stop. No special tools required. Torque to 30-40 ft-lbs.
• Common gotcha: The blades are slightly lighter (thinner) than some OEM sets, which can cause vibration if your mower is sensitive to balance. Always check blade balance before installing.
• Warranty: Limited 90-day warranty. No replacement for bending or chipping from impact.

Should You Buy It

Buy this if you need a budget-friendly, universal replacement for a standard 20-22 inch mower and don’t mind replacing blades more often (every 1-2 seasons). Skip it if you have a high-horsepower mower, need heavy-duty mulching, or prefer OEM-specific fitment for a premium brand like Honda or Toro.