Easy
Less than 15 minutes
This compression spring is an original part from the Toro manufacturer. Constructed of metal, the spring is compatible with many trimmer devices. This item is fitted into the trimmer drum, acting as the mechanism for the cutting line spool to move back in place. This part is sold individually. A screwdriver may be helpful in making the repair.
Spring-compression 73-8270
OEM part for: Toro, Lawn Boy
Part Number: 73-8270
$3.99
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This part will fit the following 63 machines
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This item works with the following types of products:
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Very timely delivery and fit perfectly. I’m very pleased with everything.
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June 9, 2020
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PERFECT PART, GREAT SERVICE
PERFECT FITAND ARRIVED IN A SHORT TIME
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June 1, 2020
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Works like a charm
Only store iwhere I could find all the parts needed for my weed wacker
Denise -
September 2, 2019
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Shiny new spring
So thrilled to get a new bouncy spring for my 20 + year old weed whacker. Makes a huge difference.
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August 9, 2019
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The correct part
The spring is an exact fit for my trimmer. The line release works like new. Thanks
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August 1, 2019
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Spring replacement
You sent the wrong compression spring for my trimmer as listed in your on-line catalogue. Took the spring and my trimmer to a local repair shop and they affirmed that it was the wrong spring for the trimmer. Did not return it to you as the cost of original postage to me was high enough, but would have had to double the cost of postage for the return of the compression spring. Maybe I can use it for the bird feeder.
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July 15, 2019
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Lost the spring
Joseph - July 7, 2018
👍 1 of 1 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers, Just my hand
Just had to remove the spool and install the spring and reinstall the spool
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Lost spring on trimmer
Brad - April 8, 2018
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Took off the spool cover and the spool and inserted a spring. Then put it back together
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Trimmer wouldn't feed the line.
LEO - July 30, 2017
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Replaced the old spring with the new. Works like new now!
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The cap, where the spring is housed in; outer surface worn out releasing the spring.
Robert - July 19, 2017
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Just R/R replaced the parts, as if you were reloading the cutting line.
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Spool assembly was broken.
Brian - June 18, 2017
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Replaced spring, spool and cap. No tools required.
Thanks guys and gals.
Thanks guys and gals.
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The parts just wore out from years of use.
Sharon - May 27, 2017
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, I did not need any tools to put my trimmer back together.
I just followed the instructions to reassembled the trimmer. I'm 74 and could understand the instructions very easily. The trimmers is working great!
I just put it back together as per instructions.
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I just put it back together as per instructions.
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Lost spring from Toro string trimmer while changing string.
Ronald - September 21, 2016
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Disassembled rotor cap, inserted spring and replaced cap. Worked like a charm.
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Shattered spool
Peter - September 3, 2016
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, Small wire brush, dab of the ole W-D and my hands.
Cleaned tool, installed new parts, easy stuff. As with most repairs of older tools it's the parts that are hard to find. Thanks.
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The compression spring broke and needed more string.
Michael - July 6, 2016
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, None
Changed the spring and spool. I also needed a charger and that just plugs in.
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Misplaced original cap and spring
Charles - May 12, 2016
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
, no tools needed
Parts Used
Place the spring behind the spool, the line up the tabs on side of the cap with the slots in the spool housing and press it in.
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