Craftsman Parts

Craftsman Snowblower, String Trimmer & Outdoor Equipment Parts

Craftsman has built snowblowers, tillers, string trimmers, and generators for decades — and with that massive install base comes serious parts demand. Whether your Craftsman snowblower won't start, your string trimmer is clogged from stale fuel, or your tiller shear bolts keep snapping, Repair Clinic carries OEM parts for all of it. Craftsman equipment is built to work hard, and the right replacement parts keep it running.

The most common Craftsman repairs start with the carburetor — ethanol damage to fuel lines, float needles, and jet passages causes hard starts and rough running across snowblowers, trimmers, and tillers. Shear bolts are the second-most-common Craftsman snowblower consumable — designed to break when the auger jams, protecting the transmission. Drive belts, auger belts, and recoil starters round out the high-volume list.

• Carburetors: Hard start, won't start, runs rough — fuel system damage from ethanol
• Shear bolts/pins: Auger jams; consumable safety device; buy in pairs or 5-packs
• Drive belts & auger belts: Won't move forward or auger won't turn; snowblower-specific sizing
• Recoil starters: Pull cord stuck, won't recoil, or handle broken off
• Spark plugs & fuel lines: Seasonal maintenance and ethanol damage repair

Enter your Craftsman model number above to find the exact parts your equipment needs. Repair Clinic stocks parts for Craftsman snowblowers, tillers, string trimmers, generators, and more — same-day shipping on in-stock items.

Craftsman Parts: Frequently Asked Questions

Why won't my Craftsman snowblower start in the spring?

Stale fuel from last season is the #1 culprit. Ethanol in gasoline absorbs water and varnishes over time, clogging the carburetor jets and needle seat. Drain the old fuel, clean or rebuild the carburetor with an OEM carburetor kit, and fill with fresh fuel. If starting fluid gets it to fire briefly, the carburetor is the fix. If it won't even catch, check the spark plug and recoil starter next.

How do I find my Craftsman model number for parts?

Craftsman model numbers are stamped or decaled on the equipment frame — usually near the engine or on the main deck. Snowblowers have them on the side panel. String trimmers have them on the shaft or handle. Generators have them on the fuel tank or frame. Write down the full model number (often 88xxx or CMx format) and search Repair Clinic's model lookup. That single number pulls up every part compatible with your exact machine.

Are Craftsman parts universal across all snowblower models?

No — even within Craftsman, a 2-stage snowblower has different belts, auger parts, and controls than a single-stage. Always verify your model number. That said, consumables like shear bolts, spark plugs, and fuel lines are often cross-compatible within a product category if the specs match (bolt size, spark plug heat range, fuel line diameter). Model lookup eliminates guesswork.

What's the difference between a shear bolt and a regular bolt on my Craftsman tiller?

A shear bolt is designed to break when the tines hit a hidden rock or root — it protects the expensive transmission from jamming. Regular bolts won't break; they'll allow the tines to jam and damage the gearbox. Always replace a broken shear bolt with the OEM shear bolt, never a standard bolt. Buy a 5-pack and keep spares on hand during tilling season.

Craftsman Model Number: Where to Look

On Craftsman equipment, check the frame near the blade deck or under the seat on lawn mowers, the engine housing on small equipment, or the frame near the engine on pressure washers and snowblowers. The model number is printed on a data label or stamped plate, often alongside the serial number. Copy the complete model number, including letters, numbers, and punctuation, then type it into our model number lookup so the catalog narrows to parts made for your unit. Because the model number applies to the whole product, it filters every associated parts category, not just the part you are replacing. That means fewer wrong orders and a faster repair.