Description
xDB Electrical STC0015 is a direct-fit 110V, 9-tooth counterclockwise starter engineered to replace Tecumseh 33290-series starters on compatible snowblower engines.
If your snowblower won’t engage or the starter shaft spins without catching, this DB Electrical aftermarket starter is built to match OEM dimensions and mounting points for a straightforward swap. It’s a new unit manufactured to OEM-style specifications, with three unthreaded mounting ears and a 26.6mm gear outer diameter, designed to mate with engines that already have a ring gear.
Will this starter fit my Tecumseh 33290, 33290D or 33517 engine?
Check both the part numbers and the physical measurements to confirm compatibility. This unit replaces a wide range of OEM numbers and shares the same mounting ear pattern and gear size as the original starters it’s designed to replace.
- Replaces Tecumseh: 33290, 33290D, 33290E, 33517
- Also cross-references: Lester 5897, MTD 390-985, WAI 2-2267 and more
- Required: engine must have a ring gear to accept the starter
What are the electrical and mechanical specs I need to verify?
Confirm voltage, rotation direction, tooth count and gear diameter against your old starter. These details determine whether the pinion will engage and turn the engine correctly.
- Voltage: 110 volts (nominal)
- Rotation: counterclockwise (CCW)
- Teeth: 9
- Gear OD: 26.6 mm; Mounting ears: 6.75 mm, 8 mm, 6.75 mm unthreaded holes
How easy is installation and what should I prepare?
Installation is typically a straightforward replacement if the mounting pattern and ring gear match. Basic hand tools and a few minutes of mechanical experience are enough for most users.
- Remove the old starter and compare mounting ear spacing and hole diameters
- Ensure the ring gear is present on the engine crankshaft
- Align the pinion, bolt in the three mounting ears, and reconnect electrical leads
What support and warranty come with this replacement starter?
DB Electrical backs this aftermarket part with a one-year replacement warranty and customer support for installation or fit questions. The unit is new and manufactured to meet OEM-style performance and fitment standards.
- 1-year replacement warranty from purchase date
- 100% new aftermarket component built to OEM specifications
- Customer assistance available for fitment or returns
Who is this for: This DB Electrical STC0015 starter is aimed at homeowners, service shops and small-engine technicians replacing worn or failed starters on snowblowers and small engines that list Tecumseh 33290-series or the many equivalent OEM numbers. Choose this unit if your engine uses a 110V CCW starter with a 9-tooth, 26.6mm gear and the engine has a ring gear; it’s ideal when you need an economical, direct-fit aftermarket replacement backed by a one-year warranty.
FAQ
Q: Does this starter fit Tecumseh 33290D engines?
A: Yes—this STC0015 unit replaces Tecumseh 33290-series starters including 33290D when mounting and gear specs match.
Q: What if the starter doesn't fit my engine?
A: Contact DB Electrical support within one year for help or a replacement under the warranty.
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