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GX340 GX390 Recoil Starter Pull Start with Pull Cord - Fits Honda GX610 GX620 Clones 339CC 389CC 420CC 439CC 459CC 11HP

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GX340 GX390 Recoil Starter Pull Start

Key Features

  • Complete recoil starter assembly
  • Includes pre-installed pull rope and handle
  • Durable steel housing and pawls
  • Red R280 finish
  • Direct-fit for easy installation

Replaces / Cross-Reference Part Numbers

  • 28400-ZE3-W01ZA
  • 28400-ZE3-W02ZP
  • 28400-Z5T-305ZA

Compatibility & Fitment

  • Fits Honda GX340 (11HP) and GX390 (13HP) engines
  • Also fits Honda GX610 (18HP) and GX620 (20HP) models
  • Compatible with many clone engines: 339cc, 389cc, 420cc, 439cc, 459cc
  • Confirmed fit for specific models such as GX390UT2

When to Replace

  • Pull cord is broken, frayed, or will not retract
  • Starter mechanism fails to engage the engine flywheel
  • Internal spring is broken or weak
  • Housing is cracked or damaged from impact

Installation Tips

  • Disconnect the spark plug wire before beginning service
  • Remove the bolts securing the old starter assembly to the engine blower housing
  • Align the new starter and fasten with the original bolts
  • Tighten bolts evenly to prevent housing damage
  • Test pull and retraction before reconnecting the spark plug
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  • EXACT REPLACEMENT

    EXACT REPLACEMENT

    Compatible with GX340 GX390 GX610 GX610 (Metal Pawl) 11HP 13HP 18HP 20HP 339cc 389cc 420cc 439cc 459cc Engines
  • PREMIUM QUALITY

    PREMIUM QUALITY

    This part is made of sturdy material which is flexibility and flame-retardant, enhancing durability
  • BEST SOLUTION

    BEST SOLUTION

    BlueStars brings DIY solutions to help you deal with any trouble
  • SIMPLE INSTALLATION

    SIMPLE INSTALLATION

    Just 5 minutes of replacing to make your equipment run like new!
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Honda GX340 GX390 GX610 GX610 (Metal Pawl) 11HP 13HP 18HP 20HP 339cc 389cc 420cc 439cc 459cc Engines; GX340 337.9CC 11HP, GX390 389CC 13HP Engine Parts; Hon.da power equipment WT40XK1 WT40XK2 WT40XK3 Water Pump
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Used for Lawn Mower, Generator, Water Pumps, Pressure washers and other machines of this model

FAQ

This pull-start assembly is commonly used on Honda GX340 and GX390 engines, and is also referenced for Honda GX610, GX620, GXV610, and GXV620 applications, plus many GX-series clone engines in the 339cc, 389cc, 420cc, 439cc, and 459cc range. It is often found on generators, pressure washers, and other equipment using 11HP, 13HP, 18HP, or 20HP horizontal-shaft engines. Because clone-engine shrouds and bolt patterns can vary, the safest match is to verify your existing starter part number and compare the mounting pattern and pawl style before ordering.
Known replacement and cross-reference numbers include 28400-ZE3-W01, 28400-ZE3-W01ZA, 28400-ZE3-W01ZP, 28400-ZE3-W02ZP, Oregon 31-060, Rotary 26-10379, Stens 150-707, and Rotary 10379. Matching the number on your old starter housing or your engine parts list is the best way to confirm fit.
Typical failure symptoms include a pull cord that does not retract, a rope that frays or breaks, a handle that pulls with little or no engine engagement, slipping or worn starter pawls, or a starter that binds and feels rough through the pull stroke. On GX340/GX390-style engines, cracked recoil housings and weak rewind springs are also common reasons for replacement.
Installation is usually straightforward if the replacement matches your engine shroud. Most jobs take about 10 to 20 minutes. Common tools are a socket or nut driver, depending on the fasteners used on your engine cover. Remove the old recoil starter, inspect the starter cup on the flywheel side for wear or damage, then bolt the new assembly in place. Before fully tightening, make sure it sits flat and the pawls align correctly with the starter cup.
Check the starter cup, mounting holes, and the pawl engagement style on your old unit. If the starter cup is rounded, bent, or heavily worn, a new recoil may still slip and fail to engage properly. Also inspect the engine shroud for damage and make sure the flywheel area is clean so the starter can seat correctly. On clone engines especially, comparing the old assembly to the new one before installation helps avoid fitment issues.
The most common causes are repeated hard pulls from difficult starting, worn engagement pawls, a fatigued rewind spring, and normal rope wear over time. Engines that are hard to start because of carburetor issues, stale fuel, incorrect valve adjustment, or ignition problems put extra stress on the recoil assembly. If your old starter failed prematurely, it is worth addressing the root cause so the new pull start is not overloaded.