Re: Recoil rope replacement 9.9
Hi Pappie,<br /> Not very hard. Would require disassembly of the recoil. Start by untying the handle from the rope. Let the spring suck it in and spin out - SLOWLY. Undo the center bolt of the recoil, taking care to keep the recoil held together. Remove the recoil from the motor. Still holding the recoil together, remove the center bolt. Remove the spin-up gear and friction spring.<br /> Now, gently rock the rope spool back and forth while pulling it from the housing - you're trying to remove the rope spool without pulling the spring out with it. There is a pin near the center of the rope spool's underside that engages the center of the spring. You want to pull that pin out of the spring. <br /> Safety glasses or goggles are a must as the spring is tightly wound and can do a number on you if it does come out. Work slowly and carefully. Once the rope spool is removed you'll see how the rope is attached to it and can replace it accordingly. Tape the end of the rope inside the spool for now.<br /> Reassemble in reverse order. Take pictures if needed to help with order of assembly, etc. Once the recoil is reinstalled, turn the rope spool about two turns to put tension in the spring. Undo the tape and pull the end of the rope through the cowling. Retie the handle in place.<br /> As usual, a manual helps things greatly and can handle the gaps I am sure to have missed.<br /> Good luck!<br />- Scott