Description
Overview:
The Rod-Connecting for Briggs & Stratton, OEM No. 390401, is a genuine connecting rod designed for small Briggs & Stratton petrol engines used in lawn and garden machinery. This metal component links the piston to the crankshaft, reliably transferring motion to produce smooth engine rotation. Built from durable, heat-resistant materials and finished to tight tolerances, it restores correct running clearances when overhauling a worn or damaged engine. As a direct replacement for part 390401, it helps maintain consistent performance and long service life. Suitable for equipment such as walk‐behind lawnmowers, generators, pressure washers, tillers and compact horticultural machines, this genuine Briggs & Stratton part offers an accurate fit for dependable results. It is suitable for both professional workshops and DIY users carrying out routine maintenance or full engine rebuilds.
Key Features:
- Genuine Briggs & Stratton part for assured compatibility and reliability
- Direct replacement for OEM 390401; no modification required
- Durable metal construction for strength, heat resistance and long service life
- Manufactured to OEM tolerances to maintain correct running clearances
- Helps restore smooth operation and reduce vibration from worn components
- Designed for straightforward installation with standard workshop tools
- Suitable for preventative maintenance or full engine overhaul
- Supports consistent engine efficiency under regular or continuous use
Typical Applications:
Used during engine repair or rebuild when the original connecting rod is worn, scored, out-of-round or damaged. Common in lawnmowers, generators, pressure washers, small rotavators and other compact machinery powered by Briggs & Stratton single-cylinder engines. Appropriate when addressing bearing wear or after lubrication-related issues to ensure reliable motion transfer between piston and crankshaft.
Also known as:
Connecting rod, con-rod, engine rod, big-end rod, piston connecting rod, crank connecting link, crankshaft rod. These terms describe the same internal engine component that couples the piston to the crankshaft to convert reciprocating movement into rotary motion.
Alternate Part Numbers:
390401, BS390401
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | BS390401 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Briggs & Stratton |
| OEM No. | 390401 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Key Features | - Genuine Briggs & Stratton part ensures compatibility - Direct replacement for OEM 390401, no modification needed - Durable metal construction for heat resistance - Manufactured to OEM tolerances for correct clearances - Suitable for lawnmowers, generators, and compact machinery |
