The Honda 28420-Z7B-003 Recoil Starter Reel is a genuine OEM replacement designed for GX270 horizontal shaft engines. As a direct Honda-sourced component, this reel is manufactured to the same specification as the original, ensuring the starter assembly operates exactly as intended. Verify your engine's serial number against the fitment table before ordering to confirm this is the correct reel for your unit.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Rope Winding — sourced directly from Honda, this reel is built to carry and tension the starter rope correctly, giving the recoil mechanism consistent, repeatable engagement every pull
- Direct Replacement — designed as an exact-fit component for the GX270 horizontal shaft engine, this reel installs into the existing recoil starter housing without modification
- Serial Number Verification Recommended — Honda supersedes parts at production breaks, so cross-check your engine's serial number against the fitment table to confirm part number 28420-Z7B-003 is correct for your specific GX270
- Restores Starting Performance — a worn or cracked reel causes erratic rope retraction and can leave an operator unable to start the engine; replacing it with this OEM reel brings the recoil starter back to full function
The recoil starter reel is the spool at the heart of the pull-start assembly. When the starter rope is pulled, it unwinds from the reel, which rotates and drives the starter pawls to engage and crank the engine. A return spring retracts the rope back onto the reel once released, readying it for the next pull. Over time, the reel can crack, warp, or develop groove wear from rope friction, causing the rope to retract sluggishly or jam entirely and leaving the engine unable to start until the reel is replaced.
Part Details
| Part Number | 28420-Z7B-003 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter Reel |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | GX270 | All |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
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