Common Agri-Fab Tiller Parts
Agri-Fab tillers use rugged components built for tough soil, but wear and tear can happen. We stock genuine replacement parts to keep your machine working like new.
Recoil Starter
A worn-out or broken recoil starter can prevent the engine from turning over. If your tiller won’t start, this part is often the culprit. It’s usually easy to install with basic tools and works with most Agri-Fab models. Follow the steps in our guide to replace the recoil starter.
Tiller Tines
Tines take a beating and eventually lose their cutting edge. Whether you use a front-tine or rear-tine Agri-Fab tiller, replacing worn or damaged tines helps restore performance and ensures your tiller breaks up soil efficiently. Front-tine tines are heat-treated for durability and designed with sharp edges, while rear-tine tines are built for deeper soil penetration and are specific to rear-tine models. For help with replacements, see our guides on how to replace the tines on a front-tine tiller and how to replace the tines on a rear-tine tiller.
Drive Belt (Rear-Tine)
If your rear-tine tiller isn’t moving or the tines aren’t spinning, the drive belt could be worn or damaged. This belt transfers power from the engine to the wheels or tines, and issues like fraying, cracking, or slack can cause loss of function. See our step-by-step instructions to replace a tiller drive belt.
Common Agri-Fab Tiller Problems
Troubleshooting your tiller can help you avoid unnecessary part replacements. Use these resources to diagnose and fix common issues.
Tiller Engine Won’t Start
If your engine won’t turn over, start by checking the recoil starter, spark plug, and fuel system. Clogged fuel lines or a faulty ignition component can prevent the engine from firing up. For step-by-step instructions, use our troubleshooting guide for engine won’t start.
Engine Runs Rough or Misfires
If your engine runs unevenly, misfires, or surges during operation, you might be dealing with dirty fuel, a clogged carburetor, or a worn spark plug. These issues can affect performance and stall your work. Check out our engine runs rough troubleshooting guide to pinpoint and resolve the issue.
Engine Leaks Oil or Gas
Leaking oil or gas is often caused by worn gaskets, loose hoses, or a cracked fuel tank. Ignoring leaks can lead to performance problems or safety concerns. Use our guide on how to diagnose oil or gas leaks to find the source and fix it.
What makes Agri-Fab tillers unique
Multi-fit tow-behind tiller
Agri-Fab tillers attach to the rear of garden tractor models. They till smooth rows behind the tractor even through tight turns. Should an issue arise, tiller troubleshooting is easy with a handy manual that helps you to diagnose the problem, fix it fast and get back to doing what you love.
Durable heavy-duty tines
Strong, double-edged, heavy-duty tines rotate quickly and smoothly through soil. A forward rotation cuts through the dirt to prepare the seed bed with a minimum of effort. When a tine, belt or another part eventually wears out, tiller repair parts are affordable and available through Sears PartsDirect.
Briggs & Stratton engine
Agri-Fab tillers are equipped with dependable Briggs & Stratton engines that run on gasoline and are designed to last many years. The powerful engine drives the tines deep into soil, making short work of dry, hard dirt in a few quick passes.
The beginning of a great farm or garden is a great seed bed. Agri-Fab tillers turn any soil into a bed that grows delicious vegetables and beautiful flowers you can be proud of.
Get more help with upkeep and repair from our DIY tiller repair help page.