Learn how to fix any pull starter in 7 minutes.

My favorite starter cord:
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Here's all my very favorite tips that I use every time I rewind or replace a cord on a pull starter. If you check all these common failure points, you'll be almost guaranteed success, even if you barely have any idea what you're doing!
Here's a better breakdown of pull cord sizes (from rcpw.com):
#3 (3/32" Diameter) and #3-1/2 (7/64" Diameter) rope is used on most trimmers and small 2-cycle engines.
#4 (1/8" Diameter) and #4-1/2 (9/64" Diameter) rope is used on most chain saws and larger 2-cycle engines.
#4-1/2 (9/64" Diameter), #5 (5/32" Diameter) and #5-1/2 (11/64" Diameter) rope is used on most 4-cycle mower small engines.
#6 (3/16" Diameter) and #7 (7/32" Diameter) rope is used on most larger 4-cycle engines.

[@davidlandis1163]

I've never seen that type of eccentric dog recoil assembly, it seems most robust than the ones with several little spring loaded dogs that come out? Good, informative video!

[@thehacksquatch]

Besides being Ski-Doo, which is just a little bit different and "Euro," I assume it has something to do with keeping the mechanism from freezing. Just like the lack of vents. Seems to work well!
If you want to see the coolest variety of recoil engagement, check out the older Briggs units with the loose ball bearing clutches. It's a really cool design, but a little finicky.

[@Epic_Venture]

Saving this for later, thanks dude!

[@thehacksquatch]

Glad you found it useful!