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Less than 15 minutes
This is a genuine replacement gearbox assembly which was specially designed to work with string trimmers. This part is attached to the lower boom assembly and it is what drives/spins the trimmer head. It is made out of metal and it is sold individually. Please note, internal gears or the housing are not sold separately. You will need a screwdriver to complete this repair.
Gear Head 308210009
OEM part for: Ryobi, Homelite
Part Number: 308210009
$30.84
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This Gear Head will fit the following 109 machines. Confirm this part works with your model, and view the detailed model diagrams and repair help we have to offer.
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This is the official OEM part for the following brands:
- Homelite
- Ryobi
This item works with the following types of products:
- Trimmer
This part replaces obsolete part #: 308053004, 984244001, 308210002
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Exactly the right part for my ryobi 40v trimmer
Exactly the right part for my ryobi 40v trimmer. Had it working like new. Hassle free buying experience.
Guest -
May 16, 2023
Verified Purchase
Easy repay
It arrived very quickly and easy to install. Great service.
Guest -
June 19, 2022
Verified Purchase
So easy to replace the head of my weed eater. I was pleasantly surprised!
I got a nice new head for my weed eater and had it up and running again in just a few minutes. Better then new.! It's a lot less expensive then getting a whole weed eater. I like to repair all my own equipment myself.
Bruce -
August 11, 2021
Verified Purchase
Excellent fit
Fit like new, and now time to get cutting on the yard.
Manuel M. -
February 16, 2021
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Part for weed eater.
It arrived very fast and fit perfectly thanks so much. Janice
Janice -
October 5, 2019
Verified Purchase
Ryobi Wheeled Trimmer Gearhead.
Arrived on time - is as advertised. Paid just a few bucks more to get it a few days quicker.
Guest -
August 19, 2019
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Great Service and part
Customer service rep helped me find the correct part needed. Shipped fast and accurately.
Guest -
August 19, 2019
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very cool
I bought a new trimmer , my push & load trimmer head wouldn't work , that's why I put a new gear head on it !!
Guest -
July 29, 2019
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Easy Repair
Fit perfect and weed eater working like New!
Guest -
July 1, 2019
Verified Purchase
as expected
perfect, arrived quick, works well
Guest -
June 28, 2019
Verified Purchase
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Does this fit my product?Questions & Answers for Gear Head
I am replacing the old string head assembly from 2019 with a 309562008. How do I get the old assembly off? Do I need a new gear head and string head adapter?
Bill
for model number RY15523A
asked on 2022-03-15
Hello Bill, Thank you for the question. No, the string head assembly is easily removed from the unit by twisting the retainer clockwise. This is a reversed threaded retainer. I hope this helps and good luck with your repair.
eReplacementParts Team March 15, 2022
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Broken
Thomas - July 17, 2016
👍 13 of 17 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Medium
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Socket set, Vice
Parts Used
Removed the old gear head and installed the new. Started the trimmer and all works fine.
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Gear was bad
David - April 28, 2018
👍 5 of 6 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
Removed and replaced. Easy!
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Gear head was stripped out
boyd - December 2, 2017
👍 4 of 5 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Parts Used
Removed old gear head, line up the new one tightened it up. Cranked up trimmer and it worked just like it did when it was brand new.....very easy to complete
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Shaft adapter was broken.
Ida - July 28, 2016
👍 3 of 4 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Pliers
Parts Used
Took off the hardware and removed the gearbox, then put the new one one, then attached the shaft adapter.
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Gear head bearing worn out
Art - April 7, 2017
👍 2 of 3 people found this instruction helpful
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set, Adjustable Wrench
Parts Used
Removed the bolts hold the old gear head on and removed it.
Bolted on the new gear head it its place
Bolted on the new gear head it its place
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Gear head would not rotate
Bruce - November 30, 2022
Tool Type
Edger
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Socket set
Tools
Ratchet socket and punch
Removed and replaced the gear head with a punch in the slot of the gear case then turning the gear head clockwise to remove did reverse to install
Ratchet socket and punch
Removed and replaced the gear head with a punch in the slot of the gear case then turning the gear head clockwise to remove did reverse to install
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broke head
Rickey - September 26, 2022
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Replaced broke head
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Trimmer head sized up, would not turn.
Bruce - August 14, 2021
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Wrench Set
Parts Used
Removed the screws that held the head on and installed the new head.
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Replaced gear head
Scott - July 9, 2021
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
15-30 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver, Wrench Set
Parts Used
Followed instructions
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Cracked head
Aldridge - September 2, 2020
Tool Type
Trimmer
Difficulty
Easy
Time
Less than 15 minutes
Tools Used
Screwdriver
Parts Used
Replace gear head with new one
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