The Wacker Neuson Starter Rope Reel is a genuine OEM component designed for the BTS 13 and BTS 11 gasoline cut-off saws. As a direct OEM replacement, this part is manufactured to the same specifications as the original, ensuring it installs and operates exactly as intended on your Wacker Neuson saw. It is confirmed to fit the BTS 13 Cut-off Saw with 1-inch Arbor and the BTS 11 Cut-off Saw with 7/8-inch Arbor. Sourcing the correct OEM starter rope reel means your saw is back pulling and starting cleanly without compromising the recoil system.
Key Features
- OEM-Matched Rope and Reel Dimensions — Manufactured to match the original rope diameter, length, and reel geometry so pull tension and return spring engagement stay consistent with the original design.
- Direct Drop-In Replacement — Mounts directly to the existing recoil starter housing on BTS 13 and BTS 11 cut-off saws, requiring no modification to surrounding components.
- Confirmed Fitment — Compatible with the BTS 13 Cut-off Saw (1-inch Arbor) and BTS 11 Cut-off Saw (7/8-inch Arbor), covering both common BTS gasoline cut-off saw variants.
- Restore Clean, Consistent Pull-Start Action — A worn or frayed starter rope causes hard starts, incomplete recoil, or full starter failure; replacing it with the correct OEM reel restores smooth, dependable engagement every pull.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Backed by Wacker Neuson's OEM supply chain, part number 5000033749 is verified for accuracy against the BTS series parts catalog.
The starter rope reel is the core component of the recoil starter assembly on a gasoline-powered cut-off saw. When the operator pulls the starter handle, the rope unwinds from the reel and spins the engine crankshaft to initiate combustion; the recoil spring then rewinds the rope back onto the reel for the next pull. Over time, the rope can fray, snap, or slip from its anchor point in the reel, preventing the engine from cranking at all. Replacing the starter rope reel as a unit restores full pull-start function and ensures the recoil mechanism resets properly after every start attempt.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000033749 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0033749 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Rope Reel |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Cut-off Saw with 1in Arbor | BTS 13 | 5000007338 |
| Cut-off saw with 7/8in Arbor | BTS 11 | 5000007421 |
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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