Honda recoil

[Ironworker]

I have a troybilt 27 ton splitter with a Honda 160 engine, it has served me well for 5 years, but when I start it the recoil goes back really slow, almost like it is getting stuck on the way back, I would like to know if this is a common problem that I can remedy easily or is it on it's way out. I will probably take it off later, but wanted some input from you guys, this forum has been very helpful to me.
Thanks

 

[ri chevy]

The recoil parts are easy to change. If the engine runs sound, it is probably just the simple recoil setup that needs replacement.

 

[zogger]

Slow returning recoils on any small engine are ususally just gunked up dirty. Sometimes things are broken, but mostly I have seen just gunked up.

 

[Mac88]

Slow returning recoils on any small engine are ususally just gunked up dirty. Sometimes things are broken, but mostly I have seen just gunked up.

Or if you're in a really cold climate the grease might be solidified.

 

[Ironworker]

Good info thanks, can I remove the 3 screws and remove the recoil and clean or lube, and reinstall.

 

[allstihl]

Slow returning recoils on any small engine are ususally just gunked up dirty. Sometimes things are broken, but mostly I have seen just gunked up.

+1

 

[Patrick62]

Re-coil-oil

Just rush right over to you local Honda dealer and ask for a ounce of Special hondamatic recoil oil in 0W5 weight. :hmm3grin2orange:
Or just spray some silicone down it after you clean it up.