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DIY Weed Eater Repair: How to Replace the Back Pull String

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Video by Homestead Garage

Homestead Garage

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This DIY project demonstrates how to begin replacing the recoil starter assembly on a Stihl FS55R weed eater. Instead of attempting the often-frustrating task of rewinding a broken pull string, the video illustrates the initial steps of swapping out the entire defective module for a new one. The focus is on identifying the necessary replacement part and carefully removing the old assembly by unscrewing its mounting bolts.