The Honda 28431-883-T20 Friction Plate A is a genuine OEM component designed for GX120 horizontal shaft engines. Sourced directly from Honda, this part is manufactured to the same standards as the original installed at the factory, ensuring it integrates correctly with the recoil starter assembly it belongs to. If the friction plate in your GX120 engine has worn or lost its grip, this is the direct replacement to restore proper starter engagement.
Key Features
- Genuine Honda OEM — an authentic Honda part carrying the same specification as the original, so engagement feel and wear characteristics match what the engine was designed around.
- Correct Starter Engagement — the friction plate is the element that transmits rotational force during pull-starting; a worn plate slips instead of engaging, making the engine difficult or impossible to start.
- GX120 Fitment — built specifically for GX120 horizontal shaft engines; confirm your engine serial number against the fitment table before ordering, as Honda supersedes parts at serial breaks.
The Friction Plate A is a component within the recoil starter mechanism. When the starter rope is pulled, the friction plate grips and transfers that rotational force to the engine's flywheel, cranking it through its compression stroke to initiate combustion. Over time, the friction surface wears smooth, causing the starter to slip and fail to turn the engine over reliably. Replacing this plate restores the positive engagement the starter depends on to get the GX120 running.
Part Details
| Part Number | 28431-883-T20 |
|---|---|
| Brand | Honda |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Friction Plate A |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Models | Serial Range |
|---|---|---|
| Horizontal Shaft Engine | GX120 | 1000001-1154036 |
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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