Homelite String Trimmer Carburetor Parts

Homelite String Trimmer Carburetor Parts

The carburetor is the #1 failure point on Homelite string trimmers, especially after winter storage or when ethanol fuel sits for months. Hard starts, rough running, and outright refusal to fire almost always trace back to carburetor issues — clogged jets, corroded needle seats, or a stuck float. A carburetor rebuild kit (jets, gasket set, O-rings, float needle, fuel screen) costs $15 to $25 and fixes 80% of carb problems without replacing the whole unit.

If your Homelite trimmer cranks but won't catch, or runs for a few seconds then dies, start with a carb kit before ordering a full carburetor assembly. Drain old fuel, soak the jets in cleaner, and swap the gaskets — you'll have a running trimmer in under an hour.

• Carburetor rebuild kits: jets, gasket set, O-rings, fuel screens, float needle; ethanol damage repair
• Complete carburetors: when the casting is cracked or float bowl stripped; ready to bolt on
• Primer bulbs: cracked or won't draw fuel; often fails alongside carb issues
• Fuel lines: cracked from ethanol; fuel won't flow to carb
• Air filters: foam or paper; clogged filter starves carb of air, causing rich mixture

Find your exact Homelite model number on the trimmer housing (usually a sticker on the shaft or near the engine). Browse all Homelite carburetor parts and verify compatibility before checking out.

Homelite String Trimmer Carburetor FAQs

Why won't my Homelite trimmer start after sitting all winter?

Ethanol in gasoline eats away at carburetor gaskets, clogs jets, and corrodes the float needle seat. When you put the trimmer away with fuel in the tank, ethanol residue hardens and blocks fuel passages. A carburetor rebuild kit solves this in most cases — soak the jets, replace gaskets and seals, and the trimmer will start again. If the casting is cracked or the float bowl is stripped, you'll need a full carburetor replacement.

What's the difference between a carburetor kit and a full carburetor?

A rebuild kit includes gaskets, O-rings, jets, fuel screen, and float needle — everything that wears out or corrodes from ethanol damage. The kit lets you clean and reuse the carburetor body. A full carburetor assembly is pre-assembled and ready to bolt on, usually cheaper than a kit if the body is damaged. For Homelite trimmers, a kit is the first choice unless the casting itself is cracked or fuel won't seal.

How do I know if my Homelite carburetor is the problem?

If the trimmer cranks but won't start, starts then dies, runs rough, or won't rev smoothly, the carburetor is the prime suspect. Check the fuel line and air filter first — if those look clean, the carb is clogged. A simple test: spray a little carburetor cleaner directly into the engine intake. If it fires up, the carburetor isn't delivering fuel. Order a rebuild kit and spend 30 minutes cleaning.

Do I need the exact model carburetor for my Homelite trimmer?

Yes — Homelite carburetors vary by engine displacement and fuel tank configuration. Use your trimmer's model number (found on the housing label) to match the correct carburetor or kit. Wrong carb = wrong air/fuel mix, hard starting, or no start at all. Enter your model number on this page to see compatible parts.

Order Homelite String Trimmer Carburetor Parts Online

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Find the Model Number on Your Homelite String Trimmer

Homelite typically prints the model number on a label along the trimmer shaft or near the engine, though some models place it elsewhere on the main housing. Look for a sticker or metal plate and copy the number exactly, including letters, hyphens, and digits. Enter it in the model number search to pull up the parts matched to your unit. This filters the full Homelite string trimmer catalog, not just carburetor parts, so you can find the correct parts for your specific trimmer. Taking a moment to confirm the model helps prevent mix-ups between similar-looking equipment. That means fewer wrong orders and a faster repair.