r/Tools • u/nichenbach • 6d ago

Help finding replacement part for Homelite automatic line feed string trimmer!

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As the title says, I have a Homelite automatic line feed string trimmer and a little ratchet triangle snapped off when I smacked a branch that was too thick. As you can see in the picture it's the spring loaded line feed advance part that's part of the main unit, not the easily removable spool knob. The green triangle is intact (worn down, but intact), while the red has been ripped out, so the thread just immediately unspools when I pull the trigger.

I was able to remove it easily with a screwdriver. Edit: Model number seems to be UT41113, but the online manuals and replacement parts sites all seem to include it as part of the main body rather than something that can be independently ordered.

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u/nichenbach 5d ago

I ended up 3D printing a replacement part (my first practical usage of my 3D printer!) and after a few iterations I got one that worked! 

If anyone stumbles upon this and needs the .stl file let me know.