Murray 703868 Cap Screw 5/16-18 X 2.5 in Lawn Garden

Product Description

The MURRAY 703868 is a 5/16-18 x 2.5-inch cap screw designed for use in Murray lawn and garden equipment. This hex-head fastener uses a 5/16-inch nominal diameter with 18 threads per inch (UNC coarse thread) and a 2.5-inch grip length. Cap screws in this specification are used to secure structural and mechanical assemblies on outdoor power equipment, including deck components, blade housings, and frame attachments. Installation is performed by equipment technicians and qualified service personnel working on Murray-brand lawn and garden machines.

This cap screw is a direct OEM-specification replacement part for Murray lawn and garden equipment. It is suited for applications requiring a coarse-thread fastener in the 5/16-18 thread class, commonly found in mower deck assemblies, chassis mounting points, and accessory attachment hardware. Use this part when replacing worn, stripped, or missing hardware during routine maintenance or repair of Murray outdoor power equipment.

Key Features

• 5/16-18 UNC coarse thread for reliable engagement in standard equipment hardware
• 2.5-inch length suitable for through-bolt and deep-mount applications
• OEM Murray part number 703868 ensures correct fitment
• Hex-head drive style compatible with standard wrench and socket tooling

Compatibility

Designed as an OEM-style replacement fastener for Murray lawn and garden equipment requiring a 5/16-18 x 2.5-inch cap screw specification.

Installation Notes

Installation should be performed by a qualified technician with the equipment fully shut down, spark plug wire disconnected, and all moving parts at rest. Use a correctly sized socket or wrench to drive the cap screw to a snug fit without over-torquing the fastener or stripping the receiving threads. Inspect the mating threads in the receiving hardware before installation and replace any damaged nuts or inserts as needed.

Technical Specifications

• Thread Size: 5/16-18 UNC
• Length: 2.5 inches
• Drive Type: Hex head

Standard Information

• Brand: MURRAY
• Manufacturer Part Number: 703868