June 30, 2009
How to replace the starting pull cord on a Craftsman weedwacker model 358-796600? It is a 25cc,2cycle engine.
How to replace the starting pull cord on a Craftsman weedwacker model 358-796600?
Jimmy k
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Remove the trigger housing on the drive shaft by removing the 4 screws and separating the housing. Make not of how the trigger and the throttle cable mount in the housing.
Remove the clamp on the clutch cover and remove the drive shaft from the clutch. (it pulls out).Remove the screws from the clutch cover and remove the cover.You will need a special tool to unscrew the clutch housing from the clutch assembly. The part number for the tool is 530031112. Remove the clutch housing and the clutch from the engine shaft.Remove the screws holding the fan housing to the engine and remove the fan housing. The rope and the starter pulley are inside the fan housing. Be very careful removing the starter pulley and spring. The spring will unwind violently if it is released. As you install the rope on the pulley, turn the pulley. Let the turning of the pulley wind the rope and it will load the spring so it will retract.Join this conversation.
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