Recoil starter spring

[silver1]

What is the best way to lube the spring on a 2 hp 3 hp briggs?
I have the spring clean, but not the housing. I will clean it and
install the spring and rope. I believe these take about 6 turns.
I heard somewhere that auto-trans fluid worked ok.
Should it be a spray type lube or just some oil?
Thanks.

 

[mechanic mark]

Lubricating oil of any type will work fine, lightly. I prefer Liquid Wrench brand in a spray can.

 

[natenkiki2004]

Personally, I've refrained from using a grease or oil in recoil springs. I don't want them collecting dust and sticking up again. I've found that graphite powder keeps things slippery but does not attract grime. Apply liberally, any extra will just fall out, no harm.

 

[bertsmobile1]

Personally, I've refrained from using a grease or oil in recoil springs. I don't want them collecting dust and sticking up again. I've found that graphite powder keeps things slippery but does not attract grime. Apply liberally, any extra will just fall out, no harm.

Funny you should say that.
A couple of drops of Tri-Flo on a gloved hand as I feed the spring in then a few more on the side of the spring after it is wound in with the stater laid on its side
Tri-Flow is what I use aon all cables and any where else that I need a non sticky lube

 

[silver1]

Personally, I've refrained from using a grease or oil in recoil springs. I don't want them collecting dust and sticking up again. I've found that graphite powder keeps things slippery but does not attract grime. Apply liberally, any extra will just fall out, no harm.

Good to know!

 

[Rivets]

None of the manufacturers recommend using any lube on recoil springs. As posted, they will attract dirt which will cause problems down the road.