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Starter rope

Homelite rewind spring (recoil spring) and container. If the rewind spring is broken, the starter rope won't retract.

Small engine recoil starter assembly with snow equipment handle. The recoil starter engages the drive cup on the flywheel to start the engine.

Recoil starter assembly

Recoil Pulley, 5-16 HP

Starter Rope, 2-Cycle (9 CID), Europa, Quantum, 4 & 5.5 HP Horizontal Vanguard (99") #4

Rewind starter clutch kit

Recoil starter assem

Recoil repair kit

Starter rewind spring

Pawl Friction Plate. This part does not include the screw or spring, please see related items.

Recoil Pulley, 2-4 HP

Starter rope

Replacement recoil starter

Starter brush retainer & 4 new brushes
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Wear from age and heat is the #1 cause. Electrical surges, contamination, and mechanical stress also shorten starter life. Regular maintenance and using genuine OEM Craftsman parts extend service intervals significantly.
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