Restore your Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 string trimmer to reliable operation with genuine OEM replacement parts from Repair Clinic. The XT260/TYPE 2 is a handheld gas string trimmer from Weed Eater’s XT260 series. The TYPE 2 designation identifies the specific carburetor configuration within the XT260 series. The carburetor, air filter, fuel filter, spark plug, and trimmer head are the most frequently serviced components. Repair Clinic stocks genuine Weed Eater OEM parts for the XT260/TYPE 2 including the Weed Eater trimmer carburetor parts, Weed Eater trimmer air filter parts, Weed Eater trimmer spark plug parts, and Weed Eater trimmer string head parts. Browse the Weed Eater string trimmer parts catalog filtered by XT260/TYPE 2 for the complete parts inventory.
Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2: Handheld Gas Trimmer and Type Code Carburetor Service
The Weed Eater XT260 series uses a TYPE designation as the type code identifying the specific carburetor and fuel system configuration. Confirming TYPE 2 from the engine data label before ordering prevents installing a carburetor configured for a different XT260 type. Carburetor varnish from ethanol-blend fuel during off-season storage is the leading cause of hard starting and weak cutting power. The string trimmer repair help section covers XT260/TYPE 2 carburetor service and trimmer head line winding.
Most Replaced Parts on the Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2
Carburetor for the Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2
The TYPE 2 designation identifies the specific carburetor configuration within the XT260 series. Ethanol varnish causes most hard-start and weak-power complaints. Confirm the type code before ordering.
Air Filter for the XT260/TYPE 2
Replace the air filter at the start of each trimming season. A clogged filter causes the engine to run rich and lose cutting power.
Spark Plug for the Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2
Annual spark plug replacement maintains reliable starting. Always use the fuel mixture ratio specified in the owner’s manual.
Trimmer Head for the XT260/TYPE 2
The bump-feed trimmer head advances line when tapped against the ground. Replace the head when the bump knob mechanism no longer advances line reliably.
Why Choose Repair Clinic for Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 Parts
- Genuine Weed Eater OEM Components: Carburetors, air filters, and trimmer heads confirmed for the Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 handheld gas trimmer Weed Eater string trimmer parts.
- TYPE 2 Configuration Identification: The TYPE 2 designation identifies the specific carburetor configuration within the XT260 series to prevent ordering the wrong carburetor.
- Fuel Filter First Diagnostic Guidance: Annual in-tank fuel filter replacement before carburetor disassembly is the most cost-effective first diagnostic step through string trimmer repair help.
- 365-Day Returns: Return any uninstalled Weed Eater part within a full year of purchase with no restocking fees.
Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 String Trimmer Parts FAQ
What is the Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 and what does the TYPE 2 designation mean?
The Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 is a handheld gas string trimmer from Weed Eater’s XT260 series. The TYPE 2 designation is the type code that identifies the specific carburetor and fuel system configuration used in this version of the XT260.
Why does my Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 not start after off-season storage?
Hard starting after storage is almost always caused by carburetor varnish from ethanol-blend fuel in the float bowl during warm months. Replace the fuel filter and attempt to clean the carburetor before ordering a replacement.
How do I reload the trimmer head on the Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2?
Press the retainer tabs on the bump knob to remove the spool. Wind new line in the direction shown by the arrow on the spool, thread the ends through the eyelets on the head housing, and snap the spool back into the head.
Why does my Weed Eater XT260/TYPE 2 have weak cutting power?
Weak cutting power most commonly indicates a clogged air filter restricting airflow, or a partially blocked carburetor main jet from ethanol varnish. Replace the air filter and fuel filter before disassembling the carburetor.
