The Multiquip 28400Z4M305ZD is a genuine OEM Recoil Starter Assembly designed for MVC82VHW, MVC82VH, MVC88VTHW, MVC88VTH, MVH158GH, MVB85H plate compactors, and SP1G flat saws. As an authorized Multiquip OEM part, 28400Z4M305ZD is manufactured to the same standard as the original component, ensuring a direct, correct-fit installation with no adaptation required on compatible equipment. Verified fitment covers the MVC82V, MVC88VT, and MVH158G series machines, as well as the SP1G saw platform. Sourced and sold by DHS Equipment, this part ships as a complete recoil starter assembly ready for installation.
Key Features
- Genuine OEM Construction — Manufactured to original Honda-engine starter specifications, ensuring correct recoil tension and cord engagement for dependable pull-start performance.
- Direct Bolt-On Replacement — Matches the original mounting pattern and housing dimensions of the factory starter, allowing a straightforward swap on all listed models.
- Broad Plate Compactor and Saw Fitment — Compatible with MVC82VHW, MVC82VH, MVC88VTHW, MVC88VTH, MVH158GH, MVB85H plate compactors, and the SP1G flat saw.
- Consistent Cold and Hot Starting — A fully functional recoil starter assembly maintains smooth rope retraction and pawl engagement, so the engine catches on the first few pulls in any working condition.
- Complete Assembly — Supplied as a complete unit including the recoil housing, spring, rope, and starter pawl components — no need to source individual sub-components separately.
- Fuel System Safety Assurance — A properly seated starter assembly keeps the engine cover sealed correctly, preventing debris ingestion at the air intake during start-up on dusty compaction and cutting sites.
The recoil starter assembly is the pull-start mechanism mounted to the engine that allows the operator to crank the engine manually by pulling a rope. When the rope is pulled, an internal set of pawls engages the engine flywheel, spinning it fast enough to initiate combustion. Once the engine fires, the pawls disengage and the recoil spring pulls the rope back into the housing. A worn or broken recoil starter — whether from a snapped rope, a seized recoil spring, or damaged pawls — leaves the engine unable to start, bringing compaction or cutting work to a complete halt. Replacing the full assembly with a genuine OEM unit like the Multiquip 28400Z4M305ZD restores reliable start performance and protects the engine from rough or improper cranking caused by a failing starter.
Part Details
| Part Number | 28400Z4M305ZD |
|---|---|
| Brand | Multiquip |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Recoil Starter Assembly |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model |
|---|---|
| Plate Compactors | MVC82VHW |
| Plate Compactors | MVC82VH |
| Plate Compactors | MVH158GH |
| Plate Compactors | MVB85H |
| Plate Compactors | MVC88VTHW |
| Plate Compactors | MVC88VTH |
| Saws | SP1G |
Verify Before You Order
Fitment is machine-number and revision-specific; always confirm your model and serial number against the fitment list.
Why Buy From DHS Equipment
Every part is verified against the manufacturer's part number before it ships, so what you order is what arrives. We carry parts from leading OEM brands and our own DHS Quality Parts line of professional aftermarket components. Need help finding the right part? Our team is available to confirm compatibility whenever you need it. Orders are processed fast to keep your jobs on track. We don't just sell parts. We keep you jobsite ready.
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