Description
Overview:
This Genuine Honda recoil starter assembly (28400-Z8D-911ZB) is the factory-fit starting unit for the Honda GCV160 engine used on many walk-behind lawn mowers and other light garden machines. It comes as a complete assembly designed to restore smooth, reliable starting. The unit features a durable red polymer housing with an internal steel rewind spring, metal pawls, and a strong starter rope with a comfortable T‐handle. Built to Honda's specifications, it aligns precisely with the GCV160 fan case for consistent engagement and recoil action. If your current starter slips, fails to retract, or the rope is worn or frayed, replacing the assembly is a straightforward way to return your engine to dependable performance while maintaining OEM fit and quality.
Key Features:
- Genuine Honda part for assured compatibility and performance (28400-Z8D-911ZB)
- Complete assembly with recoil mechanism, rope, and handle for quick replacement
- Robust polymer housing with steel internal components for long service life
- Precise fit on Honda GCV160 for consistent pawl engagement and reliable ignition
- Smooth pull action with controlled rewind to reduce kickback and wear
- Factory geometry helps minimise rope fray and spring fatigue
- Straightforward installation using existing mounting points and fixings
- Suitable for routine maintenance or direct replacement of worn or damaged starters
Typical Applications:
Ideal for walk-behind lawn mowers powered by the Honda GCV160, and other light-duty garden or estate equipment using the same engine, such as compact pressure washers or small tillers. Use it to replace starters with broken cords, weak recoil springs, or slipping engagement, restoring dependable manual starting for residential and commercial users.
Also known as:
Rewind starter, pull starter unit, starter recoil assembly, rope starter, pull cord starter, hand-start assembly, starter housing with rope, manual recoil start.
Fits Models:
GCV160
Alternate Part Numbers:
28400-Z8D-911ZB, 28400Z8D911ZB
Product Specifications
| L&S Part No. | 28400 Z8D 911ZB |
|---|---|
| Part Type | Genuine Part |
| Manufacturer | Honda |
| OEM No. | 28400-Z8D-911ZB |
| Unit of Sale | 1 |
| Machine Type | Mowers |
| Fits Brands | Honda |
| Key Features | - Genuine Honda part for GCV160 engine compatibility - Complete assembly with recoil mechanism and handle - Durable polymer housing with steel components - Precise fit ensures reliable ignition - Smooth pull action reduces wear and kickback |
