How to Repair a Small Engine Recoil Starter

In this video Mark explains the steps needed to repair a small engine recoil starter. Anyone who has owned a lawnmower knows how often this part fails, and Mark is here to help you make the repair yourself.
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[@ebeep]

Thank you internet! Haven't started the repair yet, but the fact that fine people like you make such info and instructions public makes the world a better place! Much appreciated!

[@johnjoeflanagan]

This is the simplest and most effective way to tension the spring. I tried this on the recoil starter for an outboard motor. Works first time. Cheers Mark.

[@soxpicks]

Thanks so much. Rope just broke getting the snowblower ready for the season. Needed to recoil the spring as well. Saved time & money. Excellent !!

[@jabrah1000]

This video helped a LOT. I fumbled quite a while trying to figure it out until I looked here and in a few short minutes had no problem repairing the starter and I was on my way. Well done Thanks.

[@sugarpenny10]

Looks easy enough :) The cord on my Briggs and Stratton snapped and I replaced it and rebuilt the mower, only to find that the first time I pulled the cord it started the engine but didn't recoil! The annoying thing was that the weather was perfect for cutting my lawn but I only got half done - and now it is pouring with rain! Hopefully when I have a go at re-tensioning the spring I can make it work properly!

[@MrCraigwhyte]

Excellent video, very well explained, step by step. The mysteries of the small engine pull starter unravelled! Well done!!

[@rssg1984]

Best repair video on KZbin. Thanks again and again. How simple.

[@cgrscott]

Very helpful. Thanks to your instructional video, I was able to replace my broken recoil string without having to take the recoil assembly apart. I only had to remove the recoil assembly from the engine. My local neighborhood small engine shop had plenty of replacement recoil string, for cheap. :-)

[@menty6666]

Thank you! I was struggling with this tonight on my generator ahead of the hurricane, and had a duh moment when you mentioned the bit about making sure you're tensioning it in the right direction. I had it done and back on within 10 minutes after that.

[@andrewwillis4761]

Thanks! I just put a new carb on and got it running good when the cord popped. I appreciate your video.

[@davidknowles4266]

Absolutely great, explained so clearly,a fantastic video.

[@jaypweaver497]

I watched several videos on how to replace the pull cord. I think your way is the easiest! Thanks Mark

[@discolemonade66]

Thanks for the video! This just happened to me yesterday. This was extremely helpful and an easy fix once I knew what to do.

[@1976gt]

Thank you for the great how to....Eye protection is always a good idea when working with springs under tension!

[@paultout4087]

Borrowed a motor cultivator from a friend. Rope broke first pull (it had been idle for almost a year). Dismounted engine cover and replaced rope ... totally slack. Relevant Briggs & Stratton page utterly useless. Found this video. Rewound the coil, replaced the rope. Perfect. Started first time. Thank you Mark!

[@20handicap]

Very helpful. The instructor was clear, well-paced, and thorough. The video made it easy for this neophyte to solve the problem. Thanks much.

[@leovasquez5016]

Well Done, Mark. I'll work on my tiller in the morning. Thanks.

[@johnbregonje4841]

Thanks mate. You make it look a lot easier then all the trouble I've been having

[@Dondraper66]

Thank you very much sir. Just fixed my snow blower in a few moments and am now ready for this Missouri snow storm.

[@MrPixelater]

Thanks Mark, just what I needed to fix my problem!

[@jgalente]

You make it very easy to learn how to fix the recoil stater! Thank you.

[@MrBteer]

Thanks for the quick fix help!

[@rylos17]

Thanks for the help. I just tried starting my MTD snowblower today and my cord broke. I purchased a new cord but was not able to figure out why the cord won't recoil back until I watched your video. You just saved me from shoveling tomorrow night since we are about to get a storm here in Minnesota.

[@apple1999207]

Great video. Best of this kind around. Great camera work and clear instructions. My old qualcast will be running again soon.

[@andrewparmley8767]

Thanks for the video,sure gave me the confidence to repair my snowmobile starter thanks

[@leoric21]

Thanks for the video! You did an awesome job, explaining it clear and simple.

[@dperique]

Good video, very informative and I used it to repair the pull starter on my Ariens 8524 snowblower

[@mbigbrat]

I did order a new recoil for my Baja mini bike. But your instructions was great .. Im going to try and fix the old one as use as back up. Thanks

[@musicmansuperman]

Well done! Very clear and concise instructions!

[@grahamatkinson9851]

Thanks. This vid was a big help to me when fixing my mower today. :)

[@rjputt]

Many thanks! Very clear on the process and I got it done by myself!

[@MikeNess012]

Thank you very much. You are the only one I saw that put tension on the spring then attach the cord. That was the solution I needed.

[@patrickwarby1140]

Cool demonstration. Thank you

[@RestoringReality]

Exactly what I needed to know, no more or less. Thank you, Shalom

[@ducttapeking7063]

Saved me a lot of time and money- needed to say thanks for posting- that's all!

[@kaeleemccoy05]

This was helpful because I just got a used four wheeler that didn't have a starting cord and I was trying to see how to install one so this helped!

[@SuperJacob7]

this helped so much! I had no idea it was that easy to fix this problem

[@zayidblackmoor]

Thanx! Simple, Safe & quick- My Favorites!

[@beckysew]

Thanks so very much! Gotta go fix, re-start and then finish the yard!

[@michaelmahony1563]

Thanks Mark . love watching your show helps a lot . Michael Mahony Australia.

[@1653581]

This was very helpful. Think you very much!

[@MicroKommander]

Professional approach. To the point. Keep it up.

[@HCox46]

Very simple instructions thank you.

[@alanstetzsr2121]

Thanks for the help on the starter pulley

[@Bobby-qh9rp]

excellent ! Thanks for your help. Very Helpful.

[@avemariapickleball]

Dude. Thanks so much!! I had NO CLUE how to fix my edgers pull start until I watched your vids. I'm not too mechanical, either. Again Thanks a MILLION!!!!!!!

[@ralpha7975]

Great video man thanks much appreciated. Ran into this problem today and came to a resolution way quicker before getting someone else to rip me off

[@dendy1996]

thanks i work with tools that have pull cords all the time as i am an arborist,haven't had to do one for so long thanks for the video refresher

[@JuanSanchez-fz3vo]

Very helpful had a situation similar to it I got it but with some difficulty thanks for the info

[@mousa65]

Very good video, you explain very well, now I can fix it. Thank you for sharing it.

[@wmp3346]

I hope this works - thanks so much for the video.

[@tombelknap3160]

I use this site a lot!! I'm not a natually handy person. With all the how-to info,I'm able to do most things myself!!

[@gurpalkingra8498]

Thanks very much!Great job,very well explained Gurpal

[@adelabarreda]

u make the repairs look so easy.. my husband and i will try to repair our lawnmower....

[@starlight7830]

With these videos you will put yourself out of business !

[@GorneyK]

Thanks! Very Helpful!

[@oillife2115]

Thanks for this video I really appreciate this video keep up the good work

[@Smerzone]

Thanks Homie! I ran into this problem today. This is helpful

[@Ithan010710]

Hey, Mark! A rally squirrel ate my pull cord, and I was having a crazy time trying to replace it. Turns out I needed to remove the cord before adding tension, instead of having it attached while. I would have never figured it out. Muchas Gracias Amigo!!

[@JasonPlouff]

I love how you guys teach. You should mention what parts could be bought from your website (and include the link). This way your views can convert to leads.

[@TheBadGumby]

Mark, Well My pulley cord would not move but 6 ", During tear down I discovered not only a pull cord close to breaking but the spring had come off the hooks. $4.00 later and remount the spring, we are good to go. Thanks your video help a lot.

[@raijinb]

very helpful. Appreciate the pace and clarity of directions and tips to stay safe.

[@TonyWesley]

Thank you for this clear video. I have a starter where the tabs are not fully coming out when I pull the cord, so the starter doesn't engage. I took it off and sprayed some lubricant in it but that didn't solve the issue. After watching your video, I won't be afraid to take the starter apart.

[@sailor13moonfreak]

Thank you for the help!!!!!

[@shadtheone]

just what I needed to know! Thanks!

[@dcs30750]

Thanks! You made it simple. I was trying to do it with the rope attached.

[@crowe46538]

Very helpful video. Only problem i had was that my entire spring coil came out. Seeing how it was supposed to look inside helped a ton. Even how you recoiled it. Appreciate the video :)

[@timmcniven435]

Short and sweet. Thanks!

[@shakazulu7371]

So much easier than the other methods Thanks

[@brucehampton1545]

Haven't fixed my pull yet but your video has great sound and clarity and is so easy to understand. Thank you.

[@mrwatusay]

Try drill starting i havent went back

[@aldadsad]

i like your explaination very much very simple and easy to follow becuase i am having problem with my Honda generator know i could go and pracice your method thanks my man

[@Janmhiggins]

Nice demonstration...thanks.

[@neogovernment]

Very clear instruction. Thank you very much

[@emmahull9781]

Very clearly explained. Thanks

[@alpinewhite]

Very nice video. Thanks. I need to replace the cord on my Craftsman chipper/shredder.

[@priscilladeluna7204]

👍Awesome,very ,very helpful and easy.😃 Thanks

[@Loachsk8]

Thanks a good clear demonstration

[@rowdyboudy]

this video helped me do the job thankyou, also there is a small spike on the coil tht holds it together whist being wound up tight

[@louellenlotito7230]

Very easy! the way you explained it. tks

[@pizzapizza1354]

thank-you for the help!😀😀😀😀😀

[@gmeeks]

very helpful!

[@sandiklimek4942]

Thank you for the info. I know I can do that !!

[@JohnDiPonio]

Perfect! I was able to repair my Cub Cadet with ease! For the life of me I could not figure out how to rewind the pull start spring.

[@eloybarrera3144]

thanks simple but good info.

[@charlesebeams9294]

Thanks for your help. I had a broken rope and that fixed it up.

[@heesunhwang3331]

Thank you for the video..now I'm going repair my pull cord:)

[@darrellparkhill]

Thanks for a great how-to. Saved me a unwelcome headache on my Husqvarna chainsaw!

[@dannysadana5775]

thanks, good video.

[@badavis1267]

Great,very helpful indeed!

[@TheLaxdude77]

ive tried to learn this for years for skills usa but this station always tripe me up but this video made so much sense i hope i can finally get this station down right

[@geraldbasford6713]

Thanks for your clear and detailed video. I always come back to you for a video.

[@FIXTechGuides]

So glad to hear it! Let us know if you need something in particular :)

[@wierdful1]

+eReplacementParts.com yes ... Dog ears or pawls do not contact flywheel enough to cause tension on pull

[@BalconyFisher]

Very helpful, thank you very much.

[@Alba1st]

Thanks. Good video

[@MrTarkus007]

very nice very well explained

[@victormartinez-hq1gn]

thanks for the video

[@jhongrussing6577]

Thanks for the info....

[@joejean210]

Just what I needed to know.

[@cgrscott]

I only had to replace the broken rope. Thanks for your help.

[@GestapoPussyRanch]

Very helpful.

[@ivyc1697]

Omg what a life saver n tysvm.. Plus I even had the coil pop out on my but got it fixed in a jiffy saved me a repair bill or even just saying heck with it n buy a new one loved the video.. Great work so going to check out other vids y`all have ty again ;)