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Craftsman 53681981 18" power reel lawn mower Parts

Here are the diagrams and repair parts for Craftsman 53681981 18" power reel lawn mower, as well as links to manuals and error code tables, if available.

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  • Lock Nut for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 996708

    Reel assembly diagram

    Lock Nut

    Part #996708

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Lock Nut for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 997307

    Reel assembly diagram

    Lock Nut

    Part #997307

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Washer for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 23553

    Reel assembly diagram

    Washer

    Part #23553

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Hex Head Screw for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 181593

    Reel assembly diagram

    Hex Head Screw

    Part #181593

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Lock Nut for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 997313

    Reel assembly diagram

    Lock Nut

    Part #997313

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Reel Assembly for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 20688

    Reel assembly diagram

    Reel Assembly

    Part #20688

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Lawn Mower Wheel Dust Cover for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 25036

    Reel assembly diagram

    Lawn Mower Wheel Dust Cover

    Part #25036

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Retainer Clip for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 340

    Reel assembly diagram

    Retainer Clip

    Part #340

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • Upper Rod for Craftsman 53681981 - Part 22129

    Handle assembly diagram

    Upper Rod

    Part #22129

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

  • 'o' Ring, Adjustment Screw for Craftsman 53681981 - Part N/P

    Reel assembly diagram

    'o' Ring, Adjustment Screw

    Part #N/P

    The manufacturer no longer makes this part, and there's no substitute part

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