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Spool Retainer (Red-LH Thread) 308042003
- Manufactured by:
- Homelite
- ERP Number:
- ERP9937840
- Part Number:
- 308042003
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Product Description
?This is an OEM replacement part. It has a left hand threaded screw to remove and attach it to the trimmer head. Its purpose is to hold the spool with the cutting line, in the spool housing. It also acts as the bumper to advance the line from the spool. This is a well used and abused part of the trimmer. It may be a good idea to order an extra one.
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Hello Brian, thank you for your question. Yes, we have the Bump 308042003 that is compatible. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you.
Hi Bruce, Thank you for your question. The part number listed under your model number for the string head assembly is 309562008. The part number for the spool retainer is 308042003. If you would like to place an order for these parts, please call our customer service line and anyone will be happy to assist you. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hello Don, thank you for asking. The part is the Spool Retainer 308042003. Its purpose is to hold the spool with the cutting line, in the spool housing. It also acts as the bumper to advance the line from the spool. We are pleased to have been able to help.
Hello Leonard, Thank you for contacting us. We have researched the model you have provided and have found the part you are looking for is Part Number: 308042003. If you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hello Michael, Thank you for your inquiry. We have researched the model number you have provided and show the replacement string head assembly as part# 309562007 and the compatible spool retainer as part# 308042003. We hope this helps and if you need help placing an order, customer service is open 7 days a week. Please feel free to give us a call. We look forward to hearing from you!
Hello Michael, thank you for your question. We find for model Ut33600A a Spool Retainer 308042003, the Hub (w/Eyelet) 310643004, String Head Assembly 309562007 and small spool 526938001. We hope one of these is what you are searching for. Good luck.
Hello Richard, Thank you for your inquiry. We show the part you are looking for is the spool retainer, part# 308042003. We hope this helps.
Customer Repair Instructions
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Spool retainer stuck, can\'t be removed
Matthew from Palm Bay, Florida
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Socket set
- Parts Used:
- 308042003
String head assembly was worn out.
Vince from Grants Pass, Oregon
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Wrench set
Spool retainer was stripped and string head adapter was damaged.
Grant from Oroville, California
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Tools:
- Wrench set
2. Removed the old string head assembly.
3. Removed the adapter.
4. Reassembled in the reverse order.
While I was using the part just fall
Carmen from HORMIGUEROS, Puerto Rico
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Parts Used:
- 308042003
Worn head assembly.
Todd from New Smyrna Beach, Florida
2. Pull the string provided on the new string spool out evenly and place through the feed holes in the head.
3. Insert the string spool into the head and replace the spool retainer.
4. Wind the string in the direction indicated on the bottom of the spool by pushing down o ... Read more n the spool and rotating.
5. Repeat the push and rotate in \"steps\" until the line is wound to normal operating length.
Threads damaged
George from Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
Spool retainer allowed debris to enter spool area. (after many hours of use)
Bill from Springhill, Florida
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Parts Used:
- 308042003
2. Called your service department and ordered 2 new replacement retainers.
3. Received order in quick time and was able to reuse this device immediately.( Thanks to your efficient stock employer).
Needed new parts
steve from woodacre, California
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- 15 - 30 mins
- Tools:
- Pliers
- Parts Used:
- 06713, 308044008, 308042003, 099068001005
Spool Retainer was worn out
Alvin from Westport, Massachusetts
- Difficulty Level:
- Easy
- Total Repair Time:
- Less than 15 mins
- Parts Used:
- 308042003
The spool retainer was broken
Jacob from Waukesha, Wisconsin
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Model Cross Reference
Manufacturer Part Number: 308042003
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|---|---|---|
| Toro | 51938 | Trimmer - Toro String Trimmer Model 51938 Parts |
| Toro | 51972 | Trimmer - String Trimmer |
| Toro | 51973 | Trimmer - Toro String Trimmer Model 51973 Parts |
| Toro | 51992 | Brush Cutter - Brush Cutter |
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| Homelite | GM21006 | Trimmer - Gm21006 26cc String Trimmer |
| Homelite | GM21506 | Trimmer - Gm21506 26cc String Trimmer |
| Homelite | GM22000 | Trimmer - Gm22000 26cc String Trimmer |
| Homelite | GM22600 | Trimmer - Gm22600 26cc String Trimmer |
| Homelite | GM22650 | Trimmer - Gm22650 26cc String Trimmer |
| Homelite | GM23000 | Trimmer - Gm23000 26cc String Trimmer |
| Homelite | GM24000 | Trimmer - Gm24000 26cc Brush Cutter |
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| Ryobi | RY30160 | Trimmer - Ryobi String Trimmer Model RY30160 Parts |
| Ryobi | RY30540 | Trimmer - Ryobi Ry30540 Parts |
| Ryobi | RY30560 | Trimmer - Ryobi Ry30560 Parts |
| Ryobi | RY30941 | Trimmer - Ryobi Ry30941 Parts |
| Ryobi | RY30961 | Trimmer - Ryobi Ry30961 Parts |
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