Description
Overview:
This starter pulley is a replacement recoil rope pulley for Honda GX160-series petrol engines, designed to restore smooth and reliable pull starts. Precision-moulded from durable polymer for strength and low friction, it guides and stores the starter cord while working with the recoil spring to rewind the rope after each pull. Built to match the original dimensions, it fits directly into the existing starter housing on engines such as the Honda GX160K1 and GX160T1. Commonly used on compactors, generators, pumps, pressure washers and mixers, a sound pulley helps maintain dependable starting performance and reduces rope wear. Ideal for replacing a cracked, worn or swollen pulley that causes snagging or poor rewind.
Key Features:
- Direct-fit replacement for Honda GX160 variants for quick installation
- Robust polymer construction for long service life and low rope friction
- Accurate groove profile for smooth cord tracking and consistent rewind
- Helps restore reliable starting and reduces premature cord wear
- Resistant to general workshop conditions, including oil and fuel splashes
- Works with existing recoil starter components (spring, pawls, rope)
- Stable winding capacity to prevent overwraps and tangles
- Suitable for professional, hire and DIY equipment powered by GX160 engines
Typical Applications:
Used on equipment driven by Honda GX160 engines, including plate compactors, generators, water pumps, pressure washers, concrete mixers, tillers and small agricultural or site machinery. Ideal when the original pulley is cracked, glazed, swollen or has damaged rope grooves, causing poor rewind, rope snagging or inconsistent starting. Supports routine maintenance and refurbishment of recoil starter assemblies.
Also known as:
Starter rope reel, recoil rope spool, pull cord pulley, recoil rotor, starter cord wheel, starter rope drum, rewind pulley, starter hub.
Fits Models:
GX160H1, GX160K1, GX160T1
Alternate Part Numbers:
28451-ZH8-003, 28451ZH8003
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 28451 ZH8 003 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| OEM No. | 28451ZH8003 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Engines |
| Key Features | - Direct-fit replacement for Honda GX160 engines - Durable polymer construction for low friction - Accurate groove profile ensures smooth cord tracking - Resistant to oil and fuel splashes - Compatible with existing recoil starter components |
| Fits Models | GX160K1 (GC02) | GX160H1 (GCAAH) | GX160T1 (GCABT) | GX160K1 (GDAA) |

