HGT17 Homelite Trimmer - Overview

This OEM spring, also known as a recoil or rewind spring, is housed in a container and is used to retract the starter rope on various lawn equipment models. Over time and through use, the spring will eventually lose its tension, and will break. If your starter rope has no resistance when pulling it, the starter spring is likely broken. Me...Read moreasuring at approx. 3-inches by 3-inches, this spring is suitable for use with a variety of lawn equipment models and is sold individually.

This is a genuine OEM replacement part, sold individually. This Bumper helps keep the fuel tank in place, and minimizes vibration of the fuel tank. This part is used with a variety of string trimmers, compatible with the models listed below.

This genuine fuel tank and cap assembly is found in your trimmer. The fuel tank holds the gasoline needed for your machine, while the cap seals it to prevent leaks and evaporation. It also prevents dirt and debris from getting into the engine and causing costly damage to it in the long run. You can usually find this assembly at the rear o...Read morer top of your trimmer, near the engine or handle. If the cap does not seal the tank properly and fuel spills from the assembly, it may be broken. A faulty cap can let debris or moisture into the tank, leading to contamination and engine issues. If the tank is damaged and can not hold enough fuel, your machine will have reduced runtime and require frequent refueling. To replace a damaged assembly, you will need a wrench or screwdriver to remove any bolts, clips, or screws holding the assembly in place. Be prepared to catch any fuel spillage with a container. Slide off any retaining clips or use pliers to release any clamps along the fuel lines before slowly pulling the assembly off your machine. These replacement parts are sourced directly from the original equipment manufacturer. This fuel tank and cap assembly also includes the fuel lines and the filter.

Springs are used within outdoor power equipment to provide tension and shock absorption, depending on their application and use. This spring is designed for use within trimmers/brush cutters and is made to provide tension on the spool reel mechanism, and in some cases may be used to advance the line whenever portions of it are cut off. Th...Read moreis spring measures approximately 1.3-inches in length when extended and comes as an individual part. If you notice the line/spool in your trimmer is not advancing or is coming too quickly, the spring may be damaged and need replacing. Since this spring is a high-use part, it is not uncommon for it to lose tension over time and need to be replaced. To replace the spring, you will need to unscrew the covering cap, remove the spool feeding reel, remove the old spring and install the new spring with the rest of the assembly. Make sure to feed the line back into the appropriate feeding holes prior to operation of the trimmer.

Genuine OEM replacement part, this item is sold individually. This Clutch Drum is used on all of the outdoor products shown below. It contains the screw to attach this part to the spindle of the engine. It is usually a Torx T-25 Screw or a T-20. Once the engine gets to a certain RPM the clutch will expand and come in contact with the inside of the clutch drum. This will start the rotation of the Trimmer drive shafts.

This item has been OEM sourced and is intended to be used with gas-powered trimmers and pruners from Ryobi & Homelite. The gasket is used to seal the connection between the cylinder and the crankcase. It is recommended to replace gaskets when servicing the motor to ensure proper seals and spacing when the parts are reassembled. This item is priced as a single part.

It is an authentic component that is supplied by the original equipment manufacturer for use with Homelite and Ryobi handheld string trimmers. This is an identical replacement for a missing or a faulty handle bar clamp that was installed on a new unit. The part is utilized to secure the handle bar. Please make sure to refer to the appropr...Read moreiate diagrams of your model for the correct location and application of this component. Keep in mind this high-quality clamp is made of durable metal and is sold individually.

It is a genuine item that is supplied by the original manufacturer for use with Ryobi and Homelite handheld string trimmers. This washer-clutch is a special friction disk that helps to engage the clutch by ensuring a tight fit between connected components. It provides an identical replacement for a damaged or a missing hardware that was i...Read morenstalled on a new unit. Check the diagrams of your model for the exact location and the correct installation of this part. One durable metal washer is included. You may need a screwdriver and a wrench set to perform this repair.