Description
Overview:
This Starter Recoil Assembly is the manual pull-start unit for Husqvarna petrol chainsaws in the 35–45 cc class listed below. It engages the flywheel pawls to crank the engine and retracts the rope for the next start. Supplied as a complete housing with pulley, pre-tensioned rewind spring, starter rope, and T‑handle, it restores reliable starting performance when the original unit is worn or damaged. The housing is impact‑resistant polymer with a steel recoil spring for durability in typical site and garden conditions. This is a Genuine OEM replacement part from Husqvarna, OEM No. 504 59 70‑08, and it supersedes 504 59 70‑02. Suitable for common models such as Husqvarna 435/435E and 440/440 II, as well as selected 100‑series saws specified below.
Key Features:
- Genuine OEM Husqvarna replacement for correct fit and function
- OEM No. 504 59 70‑08; replaces 504 59 70‑02
- Complete assembly: housing, pulley, spring, rope, and T‑handle
- Pre-wound recoil spring for consistent rope return
- Polymer housing with steel rewind spring construction
- Direct bolt-on fit to specified Husqvarna crankcase pattern
- Matches OEM engagement with flywheel pawls on listed models
- Restores reliable cold and warm starting performance
- Compatible with standard service procedures and tools
- Built to withstand typical oil and fuel splash exposure
- Suitable for homeowner and light professional chainsaw use
- No modification required when replacing original assembly
Typical Applications:
Used on Husqvarna chainsaws to provide manual engine starting via a pull rope. The assembly engages the flywheel to spin the crankshaft for ignition, then retracts the cord for repeat starts in felling, pruning, logging, and general cutting tasks.
Also known as:
Recoil starter, pull start, rewind starter, starter housing assembly, starter unit, starter recoil, rope starter.
Fits Models:
135, 140, 435, 435E, 435II, 440, 440 II, 440II
Alternate Part Numbers:
504 59 70-08, 504 59 70 08, 504597008, 504 59 70 02, 504 59 70-02, 504597002
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 504 59 70 08 |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Husqvarna |
| OEM No. | 504 59 70 08 |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Chainsaw |
| Fits Brands | Husqvarna |
| Key Features | - Starter recoil assembly for Husqvarna chainsaws - Genuine Husqvarna part, OEM 504 59 70-08 - Replaces OEM 504 59 70-02 - Compatible with Husqvarna 135, 140, 435, 435E models - Also fits 435 II, 440, 440 II chainsaws |
| Fits Models | 135 | 140 | 435 | 435E | 435II | 440II |

