Echo C506000390 Flex Shaft OEM Part

Product Details

Genuine Echo part.

Cross Reference Information

Part Number C506000390 replaces AP6164105, 2265689, 61001344730, C506000150, PS10043440.

Description

This is a flexible drive shaft produced by Echo and Shindaiwa for use in a number of their small gasoline-powered lawn and landscaping tools. This drive shaft is used in trimmers, edgers, and brush cutters in particular. Previously, tools such as these used rigid metal driveshafts. These were subject to breaking and difficult to replace. Flexible driveshafts are much easier to replace and are not brittle. Despite its versatility, even a flexible driveshaft on an Echo or Shindaiwa trimmer may wear out with normal usage. In order to replace the flexible drive, remove the shaft from the engine assembly. Next, remove the air filter cover and air filter to expose the throttle cable and ignition. Separate the throttle cable and ignition wires. This allows the shaft to be separated and the drive shaft to be pulled from the tube. When installing the new drive shaft, make sure to lubricate it with grease. Rotate the cable so both ends slide into place. Reattach by reversing the process. When purchasing and installing a new Shindaiwa or Echo flexible drive shaft, make certain to use a part like this genuine OEM replacement, manufactured according to the specs of the original part.