Overview
This bulk roll of recoil starter rope lets you replace the pull cord on chainsaws, trimmers, blowers, and other small engines. A frayed or snapped starter rope leaves your equipment dead in the yard, so keeping a spare roll on hand is cheap insurance. The rope diameter matches common small-engine recoil housings.
Key specifications
- Type: recoil starter rope
- Diameter: 3.5 mm
- Length: 5 meters
- Material: braided polyester
- Suitable for: chainsaws, trimmers, blowers, and other small engines
Compatibility
Designed for Stihl FS56RCE FS91R FS70R FS94R FS111R FS131 FS91 and other models with the same part interface. Check the full compatibility listing and verify your trimmer’s model number before ordering.
Installation notes
Take the starter assembly off the engine and unwind the old rope from the recoil pulley. Cut the replacement rope to the same length. Thread it through the guide hole, knot it on the pulley, and wind the pulley to preload the recoil spring. Route the rope through the housing and attach the pull handle. Test for smooth retraction before bolting the assembly back onto the engine.
Common questions
Q: Will this 3.5mm recoil starter rope fit my Stihl FS91R and FS131R, or is it too thick for those trimmer starters?
Yes, this rope is intended for the listed Stihl models including the FS91R and FS131R, and it matches the application for part no. 4137 195 8200. If your starter housing and pulley are original, 3.5mm is the correct diameter to use and should wind properly without binding.
Q: How much rope should I cut for a Stihl FS56RCE recoil starter, and do I need to melt the ends before installing it?
Cut the new cord to match the length of your old rope if possible, since that gives the best fit for the FS56RCE starter assembly. It’s a good idea to lightly melt or seal each cut end before threading it through the pulley and handle so the rope doesn’t fray during installation.
Q: Can this 100-meter pull cord be used on a Stihl FS-KM or FS240R, and is it suitable for repeated repairs in a shop?
Yes, this 3.5mm recoil rope is suitable for the listed FS-KM and FS240R units as long as they use the compatible starter setup for part no. 4137 195 8200. The 100-meter spool is practical for shop use or maintaining multiple trimmers because you can cut custom lengths as needed and keep fresh cord on hand for future repairs.
