Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): honda 5.5 bent output shaft, craftsman lawn mower, crank shaft

Question
I have a Craftsman lawn mower with a 5.5 HP Honda OHC Engine. I have hit something with the blade and now the mower shakes alot. I know I have bent the outout shaft ( I can see the wabel in the blade) Is this an easy fix or is this output shaft the end of the crank shaft?
I have only had the mower for 3-4 years I would hate to see it trashed
Thank you for your time
Eric L. Indianapolis

Answer
 Hello Eric:

 Most Small Engine Shops have a Crankshaft Straightener. If the Shaft isnt Bent too Far it can be Straightened. Otherwise the Crankshaft must be Replaced. Hope this Helps. Let me know what Happens, Please. Thanks.

 Good Luck

 Respectfully

 John