Craftsman 2 cycle Weedwacker Starter Cup #545188701

[Lghtning4u]

Does anyone have any suggestions other than using a blow torch on removing the starter cup on a Craftsman Model 358.791170 2 cycle Weedwacker?

Thanks

 

[ILENGINE]

Remove spark plug. Put rope in spark plug hole to block piston to prevent engine rotation , and then insert the correct hex wrench in the center of that cup and unscrew.

 

[primerbulb120]

Rotate the crankshaft until the piston is at the bottom of the cylinder, then stuff it full of clean rope or clothesline through the spark plug hole. You can use a large Allen wrench to unscrew the starter clutch, or just use an adjustable wrench or a pair of channel lock pliers (which is what I'd do because I'm too lazy to spend time looking for the right size Allen wrench.