Agri-Fab 43783 Spring Tine; Designed to be Used with Agri-Fab 45-0294 and 45-0295 Tow-Behind Lawn Dethatchers

What It Is

The Agri-Fab 43783 Spring Tine is a replacement tine for Agri-Fab 45-0294 and 45-0295 tow-behind dethatchers. It’s the curved metal finger that rakes thatch out of your lawn as you pull the dethatcher behind a riding mower or tractor.

Fitment & Compatibility

• Exact fit for: Agri-Fab models 45-0294 (40-inch) and 45-0295 (48-inch) tow-behind dethatchers only. Not compatible with other brands or Agri-Fab walk-behind dethatchers.
• OEM part: This is the genuine Agri-Fab replacement, not an aftermarket knockoff. Measures roughly 7 inches long with a coiled spring end that hooks into the dethatcher frame.
• What to check before buying: Count your existing tines (typically 40 on the 40-inch model, 48 on the 48-inch model). Verify the tine’s coil diameter matches your frame’s mounting holes—measure the inside diameter of the coil (about 0.5 inch). If your dethatcher is heavily rusted or bent, the tine may not snap in securely.
• Not interchangeable with: Standard rake tines, lawn sweeper tines, or any dethatcher not listed above.

Key Things to Know

• Easy to replace: No tools required—just pull the old tine out and snap the new one into the frame’s spring holder. Takes about 30 seconds per tine.
• Durability: Made from hardened spring steel, but will bend or break if you hit rocks, roots, or thick debris. Inspect tines after each use.
• Common gotcha: Don’t over-buy. Replace only the broken or missing tines, not the whole set. The dethatcher uses a staggered pattern, so replacing just a few won’t affect performance.
• Price point: At ~$11 each, it’s cheaper than a full replacement dethatcher but can add up if you need 10+ tines. Consider buying a pack of 10 (if available) for better value.

Should You Buy It

Buy the Agri-Fab 43783 if you own a 45-0294 or 45-0295 dethatcher and have a few broken or missing tines. It’s a dirt-cheap, tool-free fix that restores full dethatching power. Skip it if your dethatcher frame is damaged or rusted through—then you’re better off replacing the whole unit.