Craftsman
Front-Engine Lawn Tractor

Model # 917253715-1980 Official Craftsman lawn tractor

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Solenoid 2008J
#3

Electrical diagram

Solenoid

Part #2008J

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Washer 1637P
Washer

Part #1637P

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Cap 4609J
#34

Chassis, fender and dashboard diagram

Cap

Part #4609J

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Starter Switch 4406R
#41

Electrical diagram

Starter switch

Part #4406R

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Hub Bolt 1304H
#72

Clutch - brake diagram

Hub bolt

Part #1304H

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Hitch Pin, 2-pack 4939M
#16

Varidrive system diagram

Hitch pin, 2-pack

Part #4939M

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Rim 9541R
#4

Steering diagram

Rim

Part #9541R

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Washer 1617P
#2

Steering diagram

Washer

Part #1617P

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Tank 3616J
#33

Chassis, fender and dashboard diagram

Tank

Part #3616J

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Lock Nut 73900400
#74

Varidrive system diagram

Lock nut

Part #73900400

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