The clutch hub bearing seized and melted the trimmer housing. I Separated the front housing from the engine, removing the Torx screws. Replaced the clutch shoes and reinstalled the front housing to the engine. The repair was easy; I completed the repair in less than 30 minutes.
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Clutch housing bearing froze.And the clutch was worn .
1. Removed engine from trimmer mast.
2. Removed pull starter.
3. Separated the front housing from the engine.
Note: There is a Torx screw on the left inside top, which is difficult to see and requires a magnetic Torx driver to remove and reinstall.
4. Clean the engine, especially the area of the clutch (dust).
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... Read morebr />Note: This is also a good time to replace any old fuel lines in need of replacement.
5. Install a NEW clutch assembly.
6. Install new front housing and all required parts.
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Model Cross Reference
This part works with the following models:
ERP Number: ERP12626370
Manufacturer Part Number: 300754031
Trimmer
- 51998, 18in Straight-Shaft Gas Trimmer, 2016 (Sn 316000001-316999999)
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