Description
Overview:
The Friction Spring 28441-ZH8-003 is a genuine Honda OEM component used in the recoil starter assembly of small petrol engines. Made from durable spring steel, it provides controlled friction to the starter ratchet and pawl mechanism, helping the pull-start system engage smoothly and retract cleanly. This small but essential part supports reliable starting, reduces wear on mating parts, and maintains consistent performance over time. It is designed for popular Honda horizontal-shaft engines used in construction, agriculture, and garden machinery, including the GX120 and GX160. Built to Honda's specification for fit and function, it offers a straightforward replacement option when the original spring becomes worn, bent, or weakened through service.
Key Features:
- Genuine Honda part for assured compatibility and quality
- Spring steel construction for reliable tension and long service life
- Stabilises the ratchet/pawl action for smooth, consistent pull starts
- Helps prevent starter slip, chatter, and premature wear
- Precise fit for the OEM starter housing and guide components
- Resistant to deformation under repeated cycling in demanding use
- Simple like-for-like replacement; no modifications required
- Suitable for a wide range of Honda GX small engines found on site and garden equipment
Typical Applications:
Used in the recoil starter system on Honda GX-series engines powering compact generators, pressure washers, water pumps, plate compactors, concrete tools, tillers, and general-purpose machinery. Fit this friction spring when servicing the starter to restore positive engagement, improve pull-start feel, and maintain dependable starting performance across daily, seasonal, or hire fleet use.
Also known as:
Starter friction spring, recoil starter friction spring, ratchet spring, starter pawl spring, ratchet guide spring, recoil friction washer spring, starter engagement spring, GX starter spring, pull-start friction spring.
Fits Models:
EU26i, F720, F720 Versatile, GX120, GX120K1, GX120T1, GX160, GX160H1, GX160K1, GX160T1, GX200, GX200T
Alternate Part Numbers:
28441-ZH8-003, 28441ZH8003
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 28441 ZH8 003 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| OEM No. | 28441ZH8003 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Fits Brands | Honda |
| Key Features | - Genuine Honda part ensures compatibility with GX-series engines - Made from spring steel for reliable tension - Stabilises ratchet/pawl for smooth pull starts - Fits Honda GX120, GX160, GX200 models - Simple replacement; no modifications needed |
| Fits Models | GX120K1 (GC01) | GX120T1 (GCAAT) | GX200 (GCAE) | GX200 (GDAB) | GX200T (GCACT) | GX160K1 (GC02) | GX160H1 (GCAAH) | GX160T1 (GCABT) | GX160K1 (GDAA) | EU26i | F720 Versatile |
