590749A Recoil Pull Starter Assembly - For Tecumseh, Snow King Engine, Craftsman Snow Blower
Black recoil pull starter assembly for 590749 and 590749A engines.
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590749 recoil pull starter assembly for Tecumseh snowblower engines with compatibility and part number information.
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Black recoil pull starter assembly for 590749 and 590749A engines.
590749 Recoil Pull Starter for Tecumseh and Toro snow blowers with 7.05-inch diameter measurement graphic.
590749 recoil pull starter assembly for Tecumseh snowblower engines with compatibility and part number information.
Infographic showing premium material features of the 590749 recoil pull starter including handle, steel case, and pawl.
590749 Recoil pull starter assembly with metal plate pawl for small engine repair.
590749 590749A recoil pull starter assembly shown with a snow blower to illustrate common repair symptoms.
BlueStars 590749 recoil pull starter assembly showing top and bottom views for engine replacement.
Infographic showing maintenance tips for the 590749 recoil pull starter assembly.
Hand pulling the recoil starter handle on a small engine with installation instructions overlay.

590749A Recoil Pull Starter Assembly - For Tecumseh, Snow King Engine, Craftsman Snow Blower

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590749A / 590749 Recoil Pull Starter

Key Features

  • Complete recoil starter assembly
  • Includes housing, pulley, spring, and pull rope with handle
  • Pre-wound with approximately 7 feet of starter rope
  • Engineered as a direct-fit replacement for the original part

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

  • Tecumseh: 590749, 590749A, 590789, 590672, 590733
  • Rotary / Stens: 12657, 150-551

Compatibility & Fitment

  • Brand: Fits Tecumseh
  • Engine Power: 5.5 HP to 10 HP
  • Fits Models: HM100, HMSK80, HMSK85, HMSK90, HMSK100, HMSK105, HMSK110, LH318, LH358
  • Commonly used on snow blowers and other small engine equipment

When to Replace

  • Starter rope is broken, frayed, or fails to retract
  • Pulling the rope does not engage the engine flywheel
  • Internal spring or pawl mechanism is broken
  • Plastic housing is cracked or mounting points are damaged

Installation Tips

  • Disconnect the spark plug wire before beginning work for safety.
  • Remove the mounting bolts securing the old starter assembly to the engine shroud.
  • Install the new assembly, ensuring it sits flush against the housing.
  • Tighten mounting bolts evenly to the manufacturer's specified torque.
  • Reconnect the spark plug wire and test for proper engagement and retraction.
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  • 590749A Recoil Pull Starter Assembly - For Tecumseh, Snow King Engine, Craftsman Snow Blower 1

    PERFECT FIT

    Replaces Tecumseh 590749A, 590749, 590789, 590672, 590733
  • 590749A Recoil Pull Starter Assembly - For Tecumseh, Snow King Engine, Craftsman Snow Blower 2

    PREMIUM MATERIAL

    It is made of high-grade ABS plastic pawls plus a metal case to enhance the lifetime
  • 590749A Recoil Pull Starter Assembly - For Tecumseh, Snow King Engine, Craftsman Snow Blower 3

    SAVING SOLUTION

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  • 590749A Recoil Pull Starter Assembly - For Tecumseh, Snow King Engine, Craftsman Snow Blower 4

    SIMPLE INSTALLATION

    Just 15 minutes of replacing to make the snowblowers run like new!
CONQUERED WINTER WITH EASE

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FAQs

This starter is commonly used on Tecumseh snow engine applications including HM100, HMSK80, HMSK85, HMSK90, HMSK100, HMSK105, HMSK110, LH318, and LH358. Some listings also cross-reference Snow King and certain OHH/OH/OHM/TVM engine families such as OHH50, OHH60, OH195, OH318, OHH55, OHM90, and TVM220. Because Tecumseh used several starter housings that look similar, the safest match is to confirm the engine model and original starter part number on your engine before ordering.
The title numbers are 590749 and 590749A. Cross-references found for this same starter family also include 590789, 590672, 590733, 150-551, and 12657. Matching the part number from your original recoil assembly is the best way to confirm fit.
Typical symptoms include a pull rope that will not retract, a rope that frays or breaks, a handle that pulls with no engine engagement, skipping or slipping when you pull, or a starter housing damaged by impact or corrosion. On snow engines, recoil starters also commonly fail after moisture intrusion, ice buildup, or repeated hard pulls against an engine that is difficult to start.
Installation is usually straightforward if the replacement matches your original assembly. On many Tecumseh snow engines, the recoil starter mounts with a small set of screws or bolts to the blower housing. Basic hand tools such as a nut driver, socket set, or screwdriver are typically enough. If access is clear, the job often takes about 10 to 20 minutes. Before removing the old unit, compare the bolt pattern, pulley depth, and starter cup engagement points to the replacement.
Yes. Make sure the engine itself rotates freely by hand before installing a new recoil. If the engine is hydro-locked, seized, or has a jammed auger-related load issue, a new recoil can be damaged quickly. Also inspect the starter cup, mounting holes, blower housing, and rope path for wear or misalignment. If the old recoil failed because the engine was repeatedly hard to pull, it is worth checking for cold-weather fuel issues, ignition timing problems, or internal engine drag.
Snow-engine recoil starters live in harsh conditions: cold temperatures, moisture, salt exposure, and sudden high-load pulls. Over time, the rewind spring can weaken, the pulley can crack, the pawls can wear, and the rope can become brittle or frayed. Repeated pulling on an engine with stale fuel, poor tune, or partial seizure also puts extra shock load on the recoil assembly and can shorten its life.