No one can answer your question unless you give specifics. Which part are we talking about?
Yes, they are very common staples.
John Deere 38 Snow Thrower snow blower is the model tractor that will fit the craftsman 40 model 842.240510. The model will fit perfectly and will not need any fabrication.
It will fit mine. And I need one. I know it also fits these. Craftsman 917.270722=17HP BS 42" Craftsman 917.270840=20.5HP BS Craftsman 917.258671=19HP? 42" Craftsman mowers are made by AYP so it's a good possibility that it also fits some Poulan, Roper, and Husqvarna as well. motodonkey@yahoo.com
Fram PH8170. Craftsman 7133935 is the replacement filter for B&S 696854. Bosch 0986452058 and Hastings LF503 also fit. They're all a boatload cheaper than the Craftsman.
I'm not sure of the size but if you look under the hood mine tells me the part number. Take it to any parts store and they can cross reference one for you that will fit.
No wont fit, but I have a 42" craftsman grass catcher and would be glad to switch even trade for your 48" catcher
Some parts will fit, depends specifically on what parts you're referring to
considering Craftsman has nothing to do with HD which owns the company that makes Ryobi (TTI Inc.) why would they be the same? Maybe they'll fit, but highly doubtful.
clearance Fit - if the clearance is more between the mating parts then it is known as clearance fit. Transition Fit- If the clearance is less between the mating parts then it is known as Transition fit Interference Fit- If the mating parts are fouling or interfering.then it is known as Interference Fit
I presently have a Deustch Oil Filter D366 on my (Sears) Craftsman Lawn Tractor.
If they are both 42" it will fit the mower size wise. But you will have to make your own brackets. The mounting hardware and brackets are not interchangable.
Some parts from any (later) 94 and up will fit.. some parts will only fit from 1998 and up. Engine parts from 1996 - 2002.