Craftsman 917299370 6-hp tiller Parts

Yes. Craftsman makes tillers and cultivators, including gas-powered models like the Craftsman 917299370 6-hp tiller, and we support them with replacement parts when normal wear items or hardware need service.

If you own model 917299370, you can keep it running by matching parts to your exact model number and replacing worn components such as drive hardware, handle components, and fasteners.

Common part types you may replace over time include:

• Handle and control hardware (grips, levers, fasteners)
• Drive and pulley components (sheaves, keys)
• General hardware (nuts, washers, bolts)
• Springs and retainers used in linkages and attachments

These are examples of parts available for the Craftsman 917299370 tiller; always match by model number and part ID to ensure fit.

Tillers work in dirt, vibration, and moisture, so normal wear is expected. Replacing small items like a worn grip, loose key, or damaged sheave helps prevent bigger issues such as belt slip, poor tine engagement, or loss of control.

Last updated: February 2026

Yes, 99cc is big enough for a small tiller or cultivator used on light to moderate soil and smaller garden beds. For our Craftsman 917299370 6-hp tiller, engine size is typically higher than 99cc, so a 99cc unit is usually a step down in power for tougher ground.

A 99cc tiller is a good fit when you want easy handling more than maximum digging power.

• Best for: raised beds, annual gardens, and previously worked soil
• May struggle with: hard-packed clay, rocky soil, and heavy sod
• Typical working width: narrower tines and shallower passes
• Work style: multiple passes instead of one deep pass
• User benefit: lighter weight and easier maneuvering

If a tiller bogs down, the issue is often maintenance or drive components, not just engine size.

• Use fresh fuel and confirm the choke is fully off after warm-up
• Check the air filter and spark plug condition
• Inspect belts and pulleys for slipping or glazing
• Verify the tine drive engages fully and the throttle reaches full speed
• If the drive pulley is worn, consider replacing the tiller engine sheave 592642101

Matching engine size to soil conditions prevents stalling, reduces belt wear, and helps you get consistent tine depth without fighting the machine.

Last updated: February 2026

For your Craftsman tiller model 917299370, we recommend buying replacement parts from Sears PartsDirect, the official Craftsman parts channel, or major retailers that stock Craftsman components. Always match parts by the full model number to ensure correct fit and safe operation.

• Use the complete model number 917299370 when shopping (not just “Craftsman tiller”).
• Match the part by name and identifier when available (for example, tiller handle grip 532008206).
• Compare the old part to the replacement: mounting holes, shaft size, and hardware type.
• Replace worn fasteners with the correct hardware (nuts, washers, keys) to prevent loosening from vibration.
• For engine and drive items, confirm whether the part is for the engine, belt drive, or tine/gearbox area.

These are examples of parts available for model 917299370 that customers often replace:

Tillers vibrate heavily and operate in dirt and moisture, so using the correct model-matched parts helps prevent premature wear, slipping belts, and loose controls. Correct-fit parts also reduce downtime during planting and garden prep.

Last updated: February 2026

On a Craftsman rear tine tiller like model 917299370, the model number is printed on a product ID label (sticker or metal tag). You will usually find it on the tine shield/guard area, on or near the engine, or on the front of the frame.

Look for a rectangular label with the model number and sometimes a serial number. Check these spots first:

• Tine guard or tine shield (near the rotating tines)
• Front frame (ahead of the engine, facing forward)
• Engine area (on the engine shroud or nearby frame rail)
• Handle support / handle base (where the handles bolt to the frame)
• Near the fuel tank (on the tank bracket or adjacent frame)

Dirt and vibration can make the label hard to see. These steps help:

• Wipe the frame with a rag; use a mild degreaser if needed
• Use a flashlight and look from both sides of the tiller
• Check for a metal tag if the sticker is missing
• Write down the full model number exactly as shown (all digits)
• If the label is damaged, use the parts diagrams to match key hardware and assemblies

We use the model number to match the correct Craftsman 6-hp tiller parts (belts, pulleys, tines, and hardware). Even small model-number differences can change the correct part fit.

Use a known part on the machine to help confirm the build. For example, if you are servicing the drive pulley area, the tiller engine sheave 592642101 is one of the listed parts for model 917299370.

Last updated: February 2026