Nylon Spacer X9018
$2.99
Genuine Tacony OEM nylon spacer (part# X9018) for the Tornado Marathon SE 900 (Model 98170) and Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S brush assembly. Sets a gap and does it in a material that will not seize on the shaft it surrounds.
The Nylon Spacer (part# X9018) is a genuine Tacony OEM replacement part from the brush assembly of the Tornado Marathon SE 900 self-contained carpet extractor. It is the nylon spacer that maintains a fixed gap between components in the brush assembly.
What the Nylon Spacer does
This spacer is doing two jobs at once. Its length sets the position of whatever it holds apart, which is what keeps a brushroll and its drive running in the same plane, and its material means the surfaces on either side can move slightly without picking each other up. Nylon also keeps the assembly quieter and does not corrode into place the way a steel spacer eventually does in a permanently wet machine.
When to replace the Nylon Spacer (X9018)
Replace it when it is crushed, cracked, worn shorter than its partner on the other end, or glazed and hardened from heat. A brush that has begun running at an angle, or a drive that has drifted out of line, is often reporting a spacer that has compressed.
Nylon Spacer X9018 — fitment and installation notes
Refit spacers to the positions they came from, since similar-looking spacers of different lengths change the geometry when swapped. Do not substitute stacked washers to make up a length, and tighten only to a firm seat because nylon extrudes under excessive clamping load. Tacony builds the Tornado Marathon SE 900 and the Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S on a single machine platform, so this component carries across both brands rather than belonging to either one. It is a shared Tacony component and may fit additional models beyond those listed — call us and we will confirm against your serial number.
Compatible Models for the Nylon Spacer
- Tornado Marathon SE 900 — Model 98170
- Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S
- Powr-Flite PFX900SG
Twin City Vacuum has been selling and servicing commercial floor-care equipment since 1956 from 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428. We stock genuine Tacony parts and ship nationwide. Browse the full Tornado 98170 parts catalogue, or see the manufacturer at tornadovac.com.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Nylon Spacer do on the Tornado Marathon SE 900?
This spacer is doing two jobs at once. Its length sets the position of whatever it holds apart, which is what keeps a brushroll and its drive running in the same plane, and its material means the surfaces on either side can move slightly without picking each other up. Nylon also keeps the assembly quieter and does not corrode into place the way a steel spacer eventually does in a permanently wet machine.
How do I know if my Nylon Spacer needs replacing?
Replace it when it is crushed, cracked, worn shorter than its partner on the other end, or glazed and hardened from heat. A brush that has begun running at an angle, or a drive that has drifted out of line, is often reporting a spacer that has compressed.
What models is the Nylon Spacer (part# X9018) compatible with?
The Tornado Marathon SE 900 (Model 98170), the Powr-Flite Prowler PFX900S and the PFX900SG. It is a shared Tacony part and may fit further models; call us to confirm.
How do I order the Nylon Spacer (part# X9018) or get help?
You can add the Nylon Spacer (part# X9018) directly to your cart on this page, or call us at 763-535-0770. Our staff at 5415 West Broadway, Crystal, MN 55428 has been servicing Tornado equipment since 1956 and can help confirm the right part for your machine.
