The Wacker Neuson Starter Rope Black is a genuine OEM starter rope designed for the BTS 930, BTS 935, BTS 1030, and BTS 1035 series cut-off saws and power cutters. Sourced directly from Wacker Neuson, this is the same part installed at the factory — engineered to the correct length, diameter, and tensile strength for these machines. It fits a broad range of BTS L3 and standard-configuration models, making it the straightforward choice when your existing rope is frayed, snapped, or worn. Confirm your model number before ordering to ensure a direct match.
Key Features
- OEM-Grade Pull Strength — Manufactured to Wacker Neuson's tensile and abrasion specifications, so the rope handles repeated hard pulls without fraying prematurely.
- Direct-Fit Replacement — Sized to route through the recoil starter housing of BTS series saws without trimming or splicing, allowing a straightforward swap during routine maintenance.
- Broad BTS Series Coverage — Compatible with BTS 930, BTS 935, BTS 1030, and BTS 1035 models across both standard and L3 configurations, including multiple serial number ranges.
- Consistent Cold and Hot Starts — A correctly tensioned, undamaged rope ensures full recoil travel on every pull, which is critical for reliable engine ignition on gas-powered cut-off saws.
- Genuine Wacker Neuson Part — Carries part number 5000204311 and is sourced through authorized Wacker Neuson supply channels, so you know exactly what you are installing.
The starter rope is the pull cord that transfers force from your hand to the recoil starter mechanism, spinning the engine over to initiate ignition. Every time the engine is started, the rope is placed under tension and drawn across the internal pulley before snapping back under spring pressure — a cycle that gradually wears the rope fibers from the inside out. When the rope frays, stretches unevenly, or snaps entirely, the engine cannot be started at all, halting work until the rope is replaced. Swapping a worn starter rope is one of the most common field-level maintenance tasks on gas-powered cut-off saws, and using the correct OEM rope ensures the recoil assembly returns to its original operating tension and travel distance.
Part Details
| Part Number | 5000204311 |
|---|---|
| Old Part Number | 0204311 |
| Brand | Wacker Neuson |
| Part Type | Genuine OEM |
| Description | Starter Rope Black |
Compatibility & Fitment
| Name | Model | Machine Number |
|---|---|---|
| Power Cutter BTS 1035 L3 | BTS 1035 L3 | 5000008912, 5000008990, 5000610076, 5000610182 |
| Cut-Off Saws | BTS 1030 L3 | 5000008989, 5000610075 |
| Cut-Off Saws | BTS 930 L3 | 5000008987, 5000610073 |
| Cut-Off Saws | BTS 935 L3 | 5000008988, 5000610074 |
| Cut-off Saw with 20mm Arbor | BTS 930 | 5000008340 |
| Cut-off Saw with 1in Arbor | BTS 935 | 5000008341 |
| Cut-off Saw with 1in Arbor | BTS 1035 | 5000007975 |
| Cut-off Saw with 20mm Arbor | BTS 1030 | 5000008339 |
| BTS 1140L3 SAW | BTS 1140 L3 | 5000610063, 5000610078 |
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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