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Clutch-starter 399671

Manufactured by:
Briggs and Stratton
ERP Number:
ERP8968281
Part Number:
399671
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This starter clutch is an authentic OEM replacement part used in small outdoor power engines. Each package includes one clutch and one ball bearing. The starter clutch allows the engine to start by engaging the crankshaft to spin the engine and initiate combustion. Once the engine starts the clutch disengages to prevent over spinning. Over time the clutch may fail due to worn-down bearings, or damage to the clutch body, resulting in hard starting or failure to start. To replace it, first, disconnect the spark plug for safety. Then, remove the engine cover to access the starter clutch. Remove the clutch from the crankshaft, and thoroughly clean the mounting shaft. Install the new clutch by screwing it onto the crankshaft, then reassemble the engine cover and reconnect the spark plug.

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This part works with the following brands:
  • Briggs and Stratton
  • Toro
  • Cub Cadet
  • Simplicity
  • Craftsman
  • MTD
  • Murray
  • Lawn Boy
This part works with the following products:
  • Engine
  • Lawn Mower
  • Snow Blower
  • Lawn Tractor
  • Generator
  • Leaf Blower / Vacuum
  • Tiller
  • Pressure Washer
  • Chipper Shredder
Part# 399671 replaces these:
293578, 298798, 394558, 495970, 555171,

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Bad starter clutch device

Albert from Lees Summit, Missouri

7 of 7 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers
Parts Used:
399671
Replaced with a new clutch.
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Recoil clutch defective

David from Normal, Illinois

7 of 7 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Nutdriver, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
399671
Remove engine air shroud. remove flywheel screen. Remove Clutch. lube shaft. Replace clutch,screen and shroud.
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Starter clutch was worn out.

Hans from Poway, California

7 of 8 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable), Wrench set
Parts Used:
399671
Replacing the clutch was easy with a large wrench and a breaker bar to hold the flywheel fan.
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Starter clutch froze up. Starting the engine damaged recoil spring and broke plastic rope pulley

larry from Redmond, Oregon

5 of 5 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Wrench set
Parts Used:
399671, 280439S
1. Removed starter housing from engine by removing 3 one quarter inch bolts.
2. Removed recoil starter spring to reshape end to fit into plastic rope pulley.
3. With assistance, rewound starter spring into housing and reattached new rope pulley.
4. Wound starter spring and installed new starter rope.
5. Using a spe cial tool, removed starter clutch using an electric impact gun.
6. Using the same special tool and impact gun, installed new starter clutch.
7. Reattached complete starter housing to engine with the three bolts.
8. Started engine to insure everything operated normally.
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starter clutch was slipping and rewind spring was not pulling starter cord back in

Michael from Azle, Texas

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Difficult
Total Repair Time:
30 - 60 mins
Tools:
Nutdriver, Pliers, Screw drivers, Wrench (Adjustable)
Parts Used:
490179, 399671, 280439S
removing of the pull starter mechanism
replacing of the old starter clutch
replacing of the rewind starter spring and replacing pulley
spring is difficult since starter cord needs threaded into the pulley while holding the coil spring
small stiff wire helps with pushing cord into pulley
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starter clutch jamed, breaking the starter pully.

thomas from LOMBARD, Illinois

1 person found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
1- 2 hours
Tools:
Pliers, Screw drivers, Socket set, Wrench set
Parts Used:
490179, 399671, 295871, 270093
pulled cover, replaced all parts needed. you have to make sure you wind up the starter spring enough so when you let the rope retract it returns all the way in. and if you pull the seal off the starter clutch, old part. watch out for ball bearings to drop. I couldn\'t believe that parts were still available for my 42 year old pincor gener ator. I almost junked it, now it\'s back in service running great. thanks for being there.
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Starter clutch had worn out

Jeffrey from Cincinnati, Ohio

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
A Bit Difficult
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Socket set
Parts Used:
690582, 399671
1. Removed cover and mesh.
2. Removed old clutch and washer.
3. Used scouring pad to clean shaft.
4. Installed new washer and clutch.
5. Replaced mesh and cover.
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bearings in old clutch failed - starter rope will not retract

Ken from The Villages, Florida

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
15 - 30 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
Parts Used:
399671
removed the starter rope housing
unscrewed the broken starter clutch
installation reverse of removal
simple

and you folks had the correct part!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Starter clutch would not engage

Edward from Apollo, Pennsylvania

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Screw drivers, Socket set
Parts Used:
399671
Removed top housing. Removed old starter clutch. Installed new part. Replaced top housing.
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Starter clutch slipping..

Davy from Wentzville, Missouri

0 of 1 people found this instruction helpful.
Difficulty Level:
Easy
Total Repair Time:
Less than 15 mins
Tools:
Wrench (Adjustable)
Parts Used:
399671
Removed starter clutch from shaft and replace with new one.
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Manufacturer Part Number: 399671
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