THE BIG SECRET on how to store your small engine long term + Turning Shop Trash Into Treasure!
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- čas přidán 10. 09. 2022
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My name is Bre. I took two years of small engine repair at the local college. When I left school, I fell into a wonderful job at a local small engine shop where I worked the counter for a couple years. In 2010 my husband and I opened up our own small engine shop in central Arkansas where I am able to work alongside my family and best friends. We see over 2,000 pieces of small engine equipment every year, and answer 1,000's of small engine questions. We specialize in brands such as Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, Echo and Shindaiwa, but work everyday on MANY other brands like Stihl, Husqvarna, Honda, Craftsman, Remington, Red Max, Troy Bilt, Scag, Bad Boy, Hustler, World Lawn, Poulan, Mantis, Etc.. Hopefully, my experience I share, will save you Time, Money and Frustration in the future!
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I have watched so many of your videos and have brought tools and equipment to have it on hands. Have an chainsaw to do fuel line replace cause of dryied out from heat and haven’t use it over 5 yrs.
I'm sure somebody has told you how beautiful your smile is when it runs again. Thanks for being there for us .
I learned a lot here. I'm 70 years old, I worked on my own small engines since I was a kid and I'd usually fix things but this Chickanic video explained some carb things that now knowing send me to a new level. This is a great channel.
That advise you gave starting at 12:21 is great. That’s something I never heard. That trick is bad-ass… Oh, and I do mean that in a good way. I will be using that idea from now on. Thank you.
Picked one of these up at the landfill looked like it was hardly used , the only issue was the fuel line got pinched inside the handle when assembled, 10 minute fix runs like new
Awesome!
Shut my mouth and turn me around!! Never thought about the 2cycle oil in the tank when storing it. Thank you. This will save me a lot of time and cussing. Thank you
Win!
I threw that out. Can I have it back? LOL Not really.
It’s funny what gets thrown out. Got a mower with a perfect B&S engine at the metal recycling pile at the landfill. Just had water in the fuel tank. Flush and and oil change is all it needed.
I'm in the middle of taking a small engines mechanic master certification course and it's very interesting stuff. You are very detailed on your teaching I appreciate your time and knowledge.
Thank you for showing the true struggles of getting them started. Some people edit it, you showed it honestly
Yup! I want people to know that after things sit for years, they will need a few extra pulls to get it going, but then it will start easy. Thanks for watching!
The look of excitement when it starts…priceless!
Thanks for the tip.
Great tip with the 2 cycle oil. All these years & I never though about that. That is why you get the big bucks 😉 I found when installing new fuel lines the diagonal cut is a must & to help install
the fuel line if you pull it in the opposite direction as you pull it through with the pliers
it stretches' the hose just enough to ease it through.
Although this installation looks like it was not as tight as what I have worked on.
Stay well, Joe Z
Great video as always. I've been working on these 2 cycles for years. I'm 71. Never knew about putting two cycle oil in gas tank for storage. Great idea. Will definitely do it from here on out. Thank you
I really enjoy when you fix the junkers you got in the back of your shop
Thanks Paul!
@@Chickanic 130 psi is already poor compression. Anything below 140 psi is bad. You're losing power.
@@Sensei948 cap its 60 psi you just you shitty oil like sthil oil try echo red armor
@@Sensei948 A simple check on the internet tells two stroke engines for graden use are fine at 100psi, so what you are simply telling is BS when she is getting 130psi but you claim this is poor compression. Nothing like an idiot telling lies.
It’s just such a joy to watch you calmly working on fixing small engines❤, I had to learn by trial and error during my years as an Arborist, I still have my Husqvarna and Stihl’s and hardly use them now… The tip about putting 2 stroke oil in the tank is a simple but brilliant solution to this “ eternal “ problem🙆♂️ thank you so very much 🙏🏻
88 years old and still can be taught. Thanks lady.
These things were all simple to somebody; the designer and the builder. The instructor's job is: to make it intuitively simple; obviously simple ... to ME! (Without beating us up about it!) And that, my Friend, is the art of teaching. I wish all our math instructors could (and would) have done what you just did with that carburetor; you made it simple. The whole world ... My world ... is a better place because you did! And this simple minded Old Man is grateful. I bow to you in this!
Some things are intuitively obvious; they just need a bit of sorting out. A friend was about to assist me in getting a raft through a moderately complex bit of river currents. He asked "What do I do?" I said "Sit THERE... grab them handle thingies, listen/respond my calls, and you'll figure it out." Then he got less than 60 seconds of instruction/practice. 10 years later, he still has those "big eyes" of pride and wonder in his voice when he says "And I DID!!!" Satisfying!
You don't need me to tell you (but I will) ... "You did well."
Enjoy your knowledge and experience in sharing the how and why. You’ve helped me get a Craftsmen Chainsaw get started that no one else could seem to figure out. Just followed your recommendations and it worked. Thank you for being my go to channel on small engines. Aloha.🌺🌸🌴❤️🇺🇸
Aw! Thanks!!
I have a Chinese chain saw that ran great for a couple of years. This fall it would start with choke but would die shortly after taking the choke off. Long story short. I found a black plastic piece rattling around in the bottom of the fuel tank (looks like a union that would be used to join to pieces of hose). The only place it would naturally go was on the end of the fuel return line. I plugged it in and the saw idled fine. The only thing it does is restrict the volume of fuel return to the tank ( back pressure against the diaphragm?) Have you seen this? Could you explain further.
I am so grateful i found your channel. Clear concise to the point. No bs. Thank you for all you do. Be well.
Bravo, Bre! Really appreciated the hack of keeping fuel lines, primer bulb and carb "supple" when in long term storage. Good professional advice passed on to us novices. Just like your hack for rejuvenating dried out trimmer line by immersing in a bucket of water. These save us time, money and frustration. Kudos! Always enjoy your videos.
About time we had a beautiful lady showing us how to mend stuff ❤
I’ve gone battery on most of my power equipment because I got tired of dealing with gasoline engines. If I had your videos maybe I wouldn’t have. Your videos are a treasure. Please keep them coming. Thank you.
My folks did the same, now instead of a quick fix they're having to order and wait for control modules and other unique electronic components that aren't readily available. SMH.
I did the same thing. I bought Hart brand stuff on Fall clearance at Walmart. Some of the items (with an included battery) I purchased were priced cheaper than the batteries would have cost by themselves. Each store individually clearances their own items at different prices. So if you can go to several Walmarts you might luck out.
I'm a gear head and never had storage problems, but I too have gone battery with most of it. The blower was the one that really drove my desire, the weed eater was #2. I can't imagine ever going back to gas with those two, the lawnmower is possibly next.
I love the fact that you have been doing this for YEARS but still get super excited when you bring a piece of equipment back to life! That shows you must be truly passionate about your work. Excellent video and recommendations throughout.
I like the rush one feels when the 2 stroke finally decides to run. It means there is hope. Good job on this video Chickanic!
I am just getting started and I have to remind myself
You have to start somewhere don’t get discouraged lots to learn
But I am sure every little bit helps
I own a excavating land clearing company. I own hundreds of tools that run off a two-stroke. Chainsaws demo saws etc etc. If I have a two-stroke that has been sitting for a while whether it's for my business or the weed whacker at my house and it won't start. Dump out all the old two-stroke fuel. Once the tank is empty squish the bulb a couple times and pull the cord that will totally empty the system. Then put some straight gasoline in there. The straight gasoline will clean the whole system. The tool will fire right up run it for 5 to 10 seconds. Then shut it down pour out the gas and put two stroke back in it.
Thank you for the tip on putting 2 stroke oil through the empty fuel system with the primer bulb for long term storage. Also for novices like me take photos with your cell phone as you go, as a reference for re assembly.
People in your area are so lucky to have you fixing equipment. Glad you found a career you enjoy doing and helping others.
I don’t own a hedge trimmer, but I watched this video beginning to end and thoroughly enjoyed it.
And there was me thinking know everything. But I didn’t know about putting 2 cycle oil in the system for storage. Thanks for the tip 👍
FYI you can soften carb gaskets with brake fluid works really well without rebuilding the carb haven't tried putting brake fluid in the tank but worth a try haven soaked whole carbs in brake fluid and rejuvenate the diaphragms
Something the parts suppliers have nightmares over no doubt...Thanks for sharing.
Also for people who have equipment that no carburetor parts are available soaking the whole carburetor in brake fluid might refresh old diaphragms but in an emergency soaking fuel line in brake fluid might soften always replace lines with new ones only a suggestion
Storing it with 2 stroke oil is new to me I'm definitely going to try it this winter. Great advice 👍
Thanks again for watching Mike!!
No problem, your videos are my favorite
I've been so frustrated with gas powered lawn tools for years. I love these videos, they are very helpful. Keep up the great work Chickanic!
I've never liked buying two cycle equipment because I didn't use them regularly, consequently every time I went to use them, it stressed me out or worse, made me sad. After watching several of your videos, I've learned so much - Thank you very, very, much! You're helping folks become better operators and helping them protect their investment. I'll subscribe to that any day!
Got one at a garage sale a year ago, Changed out the lines and the primer bulb, runs like top. Good tip using the oil to keep the rubber fresh 👌.
Thanks for the oil storage tip. I have heard of the fogging oil as that goes way way back. The 2 stroke oil should dilute and pull all the fuel out of the rubber pores. I have have a few really old saws like McCulloch 33/35 that use a proprietary diaphagm that was obsolete 30 years ago. I am looking into making a diaphagm & would definitely want to prolong its life if I ever get that saw running again. It's gear driven and will really get down there & chug, plus it has the cool factor.
Love al your videos. I cannot remember how much two stroke no gos i trashed because you were not around. EVERYONE WANTED MORE TO LOOK AT THEM THAN I EVEN PAID FOR THEM.
You inspired my grandson to want to learn at 9 years old. Thank you.
External snapring pliers are awesome for pre-stretching the hose ends. Great videos and info Bree!
Most of my equipment in my garage is 15 - 25 years old, and I go through the same storage rituals every spring and fall. Always seem to learn something from your videos that I can apply if I have a problem, or coming up here when I go to prep for winter storage on the summer equipment.
I LOVE how your face lights up when it runs! It's just that YES! moment. Well done and God Bless.
I had this exact Weedeater model and eked three seasons out of it before it literally fell apart. … the reciprocating blade fell off while I was using it. It was assembled with black hex head screws which started mysteriously falling out. I bought a bag of the exact matching screws at Sears Tools (before they disappeared) and even with Locktite, they would not stay put. I replaced the Weedeater with a Stihl hedge trimmer I’ve been using for five seasons and it still looks and runs like new. It was three times the price of the Weedeater, but it is totally worth it.
Love your videos, I fix mowers and two stroke/cycle engines, and follow your advice from the videos and since watching your short video I’ve fixed loads and now able to diagnose faults pretty quick, I don’t make any money doing repairs, it was the covid 19 that made me want to start fixing small engines,as many people were out of work but still needed their mowers and other engines.
Thanks Chickanic
Really loved this video. I have a degree in computing science but have forever avoided learning anything about the mysteries of combustion engines.... your careful disasembly, troubleshooting and explanation along the way makes this all seem extremely accessible to me. Thank you !
All comments are covered, so, I'll just say, I love your channel and always watch.
This video right here alone is going to save thousands of dollars for hundreds and thousands of people, thank you for sharing with us. Like always God bless you your family and all of us subscribers with love peace and saw Grease Jay small
I stumbled on the first video I watched of you on to build compression on those hard to start and reserve line by soaking them in water and this even tops it off for me for sure, thanks so much for these videos, now I find myself fixing/repairing my own little 2 cycles, its so satisfying when it starts afterwards, thank you so very much👌
I have had that exact trimmer on my shelf for years, I should fix it and sell it! Weed Eaters were very popular here at Kmart
I am all about fixing them. They always run. I think the piston and cylinders musta been made really well.
Good job. I was reluctant to even bother clicking on your channel awhile back because I've seen some people who do small engine and power equipment repair on CZcams who are feeling their way through repairs and learning as they go on their video. Waste of time for me. I decided to give you a chance, and on one of your vids you mentioned you and your hubby went to trade school for a couple of years and then you started your in own business. So I subscribed. Since then I've been pleasantly surprised by each of your vids. You know what you're on doing and THAT is worth watching. I was a mechanic and groundsman on golf courses for years and did quite slot of work on all of the related equipment, but never went to school for it. Started out decades ago working with Dad on cars, trucks, heavy equipment including big diesels. Had a couple of motorcycles too and fixed my own lawn mowers. I do 99 percent of my own repairs on everything I own, even getting close to 70. Will continue to do so. But ya can't know everything about every make or model and your vids are among the best I've seen on CZcams. Like little tutorials or classroom lessons. "Donyboy" is another good channel along with "Tarylfixesall". But he's a little goofy for my taste. Anyway, I enjoy your work, but let me give you a couple of tips. You should never start a machine in an enclosed area as the fumes can make you sick. Do it often enough and it will get to your health. Also, when installing fuel lines, pinch and push on the lines a bit while pulling on them. Goes easier and less likely to damage the little hoses. Finally, try not to pull the starter rope all the way out til it stops when starting a machine. Could snap off and that's another repair. Try practicing stopping your pull just short of all the way.
Hope you don't mind a few suggestions from an old fart. You do good work. Very good.👍
Thank you. Neighbour gave me a weed whipper with hard broken fuel hoses. Thx to you I should have it up and running shortly.
Thanks very much for the videos you share with us. That’s a great tip about the storage of two stroke tools, I’ve lost count of the amount of these that I’ve thrown out. But now I know better thanks to you. 👍🏻Greetings from Western Australia.
Really like your videos! Don’t know if you can, but when you’re putting things like carbs back together, would be helpful to have topside camera views to see better. Hard to find small engine repair shops that don’t have long waiting times. Thanks for all of the great tips!
Agree with Top camera..
To be sure, storing ANY small engine tool with ethanol contaminated fuel is a recipe for trashing the carburetor with corrosion from absorbed moisture in fuel. I have two generators, a lawn mower, chain saw and two string trimmers with that are always fueled with 91 ethanol free (rinse the hose into your car before filling the gas-can). Of course, 2-cycle engines get oil. All machines get Stabil additive. They start and run well. They are stored with FULL tanks to minimize atmospheric moisture condensation. I've not had any difficulty with leaving fuel in the tank(s) and carb(s). Arrived at this protocol after replacing many a corroded carb with a new one. More economical than trying to clean/salvage an abused carb.
Re: the oil trick. Just remember, when and if you die, and your heirs or the auction company sells off all your saws, the next guy who comes upon your favorite saw that you stored properly is gonna think: "Man, what an IDIOT! He put 2-stroke oil where der gas is s'posed'ta go!"
But we'll all know better, thanks to Chickanic!
I like the 2 cycle oil idea in the fuel system for long term storage. Very smart idea!
Or just store it with pre mix canned gas in fall start it in the spring run it. Then you can use pump fuel all summer and canned the next fall for storage.
Great information on storage putting 2 cycles into gas tank!! Never had a clue too do this.....thanks
Old machines are hard to get parts for, if at all. I bought Shindaiwa power tools back in the 1990s. They worked great and started with just a couple of pulls. I just got my chainsaw back from a two month sitting on the shelf repair. I bit the bullet and bought a nice new Stihl. Thank you for your videos. :)
Thanks for all your correct info.
Retired East Texas mechanic after 44 years
I enjoy seeing the encounters you overcome.
Be blessed and THANKS again
DJ
Great video! The two stroke oil trick is a game changer! Looks like I won't be rebuilding so many carburettors in the future! A big thank you!
Great idea about using 2 cycle oil to store 2 stroke equipment. Love watching your videos. Thank You
Really enjoy your videos. you have the great ability to cut thru the BS and get right to the point. another thing is that you treat your followers as they have enough intelligence that you don't have to explain every small detail or they wouldn't be watching your video. Thanks for the great job you do.
I had several Weedeater sidewalk edgers which would usually last me a couple seasons. I have about 300 feet of sidewalk, curb stones and driveway to edge. The poor little Weedeaters use the plastic case as one side of the crank case and if you run them too long at a time, the case softens and jams the crank. The damage is also cumulative even if you don’t kill it in one session. I’ve found a cheaper way to go is to buy an edger attachment and plug it onto my Husqvarna trimmer head. My Husqvarna is ten years old and shows no signs of quitting. I’ve gone through several of the edger attachments, but they’re fairly inexpensive at Lowes. I just consider the edger attachments an expendable item.
Valuable and entertaining videos every week - thank you!
This is a high value episode - goes on your “Best Of” compilation.
Aw! Thanks Ben!
Love watching your videos. Especially when things don’t go as planned! Lol ! At least it is nice to see real world problems and mistakes and you show how to correct them. 😊
Thanks for watching!
@@Chickanic I think you need to run with this comment and make a video of just bloopers.. It's TIME!!
For years and years ... clear premium, cap full of starbrite per gallon. When you are done with your work. Start whatever you are using. Chainsaw, weed Wacker, blower. Pop the gas cap, dump the gas, run it until it runs out of gas. Store it for a year. Put new gas and mix in it. Fires rt up. Has never failed me.
Hey lady, you have a fine.......wedding ring. Yeah, the number one trick in storing them gasoline powered machines: run them out of gas...dry. When time to use again, refuel. Fuel goes bad, especially in those plastic storage containers. In as little as 30 days, i can notice a performance difference. Most people take this for granted...because they refuel their car every week. Think about it, your car fuel is always pretty darn near fresh. A metal gas storage can is best, air tight! You can store yir fuel for months in a metal can and it'll be fine. And dont let yir fuel get hot! Keep it in the shade. The "aromatics" boil off at a relatively low temperature. And remember, there are two types of fuel: winter and summer!
Hello Bre. Just found your channel last week and I’ve watched a bunch of the episodes. Today, I ran my 8 year old Husqvarna 235e and, thanks to you, it runs better than it did when new. It starts on 2nd pull, idles, and spools up without hesitation. It also quit leaking bar oil. All thanks to your many tips and tricks. I especially appreciated the trick to installing the fuel lines through the smaller holes. Best channel ever from a 32 year millwright.
Thanks so much!!
❤Another great demo! 2 questions, please. 1) What keeps the tank from leaking gas where the two hoses enter it? 2) Is starter fluid spray (ether?) bad for the engine?
Awesome repair, thanks for the training.
Thanks for watching!
I would read PM magazine and often wanted to take the advertised small engine repair course. Never did though. I recently found a Craftsman chainsaw, model 358351161, in my garage, hidden away. Manufacture year is 1997. I don't even remember it. But after watching many of your videos, I gave it a try. First thing, the bulb cracked and I dove in. All the lines were hard and brittle so I bought replacements and installed them using your techniques, but after watching this video last night I decided to open the carburetor. Sure enough, the diaphram was collapsed and I researched buying the repair kit. $35+. But a replacement carburetor was only $15+ including tax. The replacement carburetor comes with everything I previously bought times 2 for 1/3 of what I spent buying them piecemeal. Many lessons were learned, but primarily go all the way before purchase. Thank you for your concise and informative videos.
BTW, I will store it with all the fuel lines filled with oil when I put it away for the next 20 years.
I loved the tip about cutting the lines at an angle! Thank you for your great and helpful videos
I've done what you talk about with the oil storage trick, but I've always used kerosene as my fluid... Very interesting information in this video; it gets the ol' brain juices flowing!
Nice idea!!!
Really GREAT TIP. I am lazy, unfortunately, so I'll be performing the "fix." You are so awesome you provided the fix, as well. Thanks
I don't use my 2cycle equipment that often, so I run Viper fuel through them year round. All I do for winter is bring everything inside. I also put 4cycle Viper fuel in my lawnmower at the end of the season.
Great advice I never knew how to store a 2 stroke I love your knowledge, very educational
You do the most amazing videos on small engines you make it look so simple. Thank you for what you do !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Aw! Thanks!
Cool video, thanks!! When I pull a new line into a tank, I usually apply a dab of Vaseline where it enters. It helps a lot!
Nice tip. I only use recreational gas (no alcohol) Learned years ago, when I put any small engine away for any period of time, run the engine, spray fogging oil into intake until it dies, drain tank and carb bowl. I haven't had an issue in over 20 years on my boats, trimmers, chainsaws, pressure washers, mowers, generators...
What a Sunday morning treat. Awesome fix. That smile when it started was priceless!
Thanks Andy!
Just the greatest channel 😊♥️ I’ve had my Craftsman/Poulan chainsaw since 1985 and I always do this when I put it away for the season 👍 so far it still runs great 😊
Going to have to try the 2 cycle storage trick. That's a new wrinkle on my horn ! Lol. May be a good use for cheap 2 cycle oil. Hmmm ! Love watching you work on things like ,, no bull ! The real mcCoy ! 👍
Love to see your passion. Meaning. You enjoy what you do. You have confidence. Most important. You have fun!!
Thanks Bre...with your help (speedfeed 400) I am still rockin my 31 year old Robin-Subaru string trimmer.....They sure as hell don`t make em like that anymore!!
Great info on storing. I am going to do that on my gas powered auger.
I'm am terrible with my Auger. I always forget to do this and end up carb kitting it every time I need to use it. It will help you a bunch, I'm sure! Thanks for watching!
Hi Chickanic. Supper tip on the storage with the oil...I never thought of that! Once again an informative video that taught me something! I usually store all my seasonal equipment with a product called Stabil. It's a gas stabilizer that is designed for long term gas storage. Never had one problem and they always start easily the next season. You just have to make sure you run it once you add it. I put it in all my gas cans that I store gas in. I have even used it in my 04 Van that I stored for over 3 years with a full tank of gas and I added two doses of the stabilizer every year to the same tank of gas. I ran that van first topping it off because it was a quarter tank low from evaporation, for the whole summer, when I got it out of storage without any fuel issues what so ever! It's been in storage again for two more years now with the gas treated the same way and it still runs perfectly when started and the engine is fuel injected. If figure the injectors would be fouled by now but it doesn't even have a spark miss with the original plugs! No problem to date! That reminds me... It's time for it's next dose! Twice a year spring and fall.... Faithfully. Thanks.
Yep, that discount Bush trimmer from the big box store starts like all of them do. After a season or two. Going on 20some pulls.😮
I often use the 2 stroke oil trick that you do, I also like to pull the recoil rope slowly until piston is up on compression stroke so my valve springs are relaxed and valves are closed, great content, keep em coming.
Another good idea!!!!
that only works on a single cylinder engine tho
Gday from Adelaide Chica
Great tip on the two stroke oil for storage, I have tried a couple of different ways to store my equipment but I think this idea will be my best bet, thank you .
My secret to reviving old engines that have sat for a decade is my ultra sonic cleaner. I have got countless engines running without rebuilding the carb. I take the carb off, run it in the ultra sonic for a few hours, THEN I take it apart, lay the gaskets in a book so they dry flat, run it in the ultra sonic some more, rebuild and install. Obviously the better way is just to get a carb kit, but I’m telling you right now you don’t have to.
Lastly, the harbor freight US is still more go to. I have a great big on but the hf one is pretty good 12 years running. I also like the hf us cleaning powder the best too.
That’s my two cents and a couple more.
I was so hoping you were going to pick the Poulan Chainsaw. I have one that has been sitting for awhile and I need to get it running. Still a great tutorial
I have a couple videos on popular saws already. They should tell you everything you need to do to get yours running. Hope they help!
She already has a lengthy video on changing fuel lines and rebuilding the carb on a poulan chainsaw to get it running again.
Did basically the same thing on an old Craftsman string trimmer I’ve been using for twenty plus years! Great tutorial!! I had a little hard time getting lines through tank till I trimmed the angle sharper. Good thing I fixed it to, because I just got price for removing four large pine trees removed, and major trim on two ornamental pear trees!!!!!!!!! OUCH
Never thought about straight 2 cycle oil and pumping the primer bulb. Man I love your videos
I learn something every time that I watch one of your videos. Thanks.
I would suggest using a little Vaseline on the lines for easy pulling. :)
Being a petroleum derivative I would sooner use a synthetic silicone paste that is guaranteed not to react with any plastic , nylon or rubber part.
I’ve got an Stihl 015 that I bought my dad in 1973. Hadn’t been started in many, many years! I guess this is the place to start if I can find a carburetor rebuild kit.
Id be surprised if you can and thats old this blower i have is newer than that a 2003 but stihl doesn't make the flywheels anymore its newer than yours but still old but still not that old and they don't have the part it needs so i would be surprised if you find your stihl replacement part that says stihl on the part
Thank you so much. Well explained.. Nice facial expressions when you fix it and runs well. Stay safe!
Man, when you are good your good. Great video. I will put oil in all my small engines from now on.
I never heard of doing this but I bet it works well, first start in the spring may be a little more cranking but once oil is out no problem and no varnish. I be watching more of this channel
Maybe we will get a video showing how to get all the storage oil out of the tank, lines, carb and whatever amount finds its way into the engine. It’s not as easy as you’d imagine because in my experience the engine can get badly flooded trying to “rinse” all the storage oil out of everything including the muffler.
@@shannonwhitaker9630 she said how to flush the oil out watch it again
I did this for long term storage years ago. It’s not as easy as drain the oil, fill with fresh mixed fuel and pump the primer bulb a few times. Try it yourself…you’ll see.
I love your channel and how you explain and show everything. I think the most important thing I ever learned from your channel ( and there have been many) but the 2 cycle oil trick is Genius. I have been blaming the problems on the ethanol fuel and even running the fuel out of the machine before you put it away helps but I still only get maybe 2 years out of a 2 cycle fuel system. Can you make a specific video showing how after you run the fuel out how to add the oil and put it into storage? I think a dedicated video and proper tags will help out thousands of people ( maybe even millions in time). I am a subscriber and I think if you put a dedicated video out there like this many frustrated owners will learn about you and your great channel!!!!! BTW is the vet a 76? I love the C3s
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We have one of those bad boys at work! I love servicing it. Thing just works!
Another great video... I liked the happy dance when the trimmer ran. Great tip with the oil for storage with the colder month coming.
Love watching your vids, small tip for feeding a tight fuel line is to put some spittle on it and push and pull at the same time, it slides in easier, but like I said, love your vids.
Great recommendation on the 2 cycle oil in the gas tank for long term storage. I use my "small" chainsaw frequently, but only occasionally use my "big" one. This reco is great for it's storage -- which can be 2-3 years at a time.
I’ve done it several times with a Stihl 2-cycle tiller that I only use once a year in the spring. It definitely works but it’s a bit of a PITA to clear the oil out of the carb on the first start after hibernation.
That’s why you should buy a qt of premix can gas for 5-7$ and store it with that. It has a 2 year shelf life after opening
@@christopherlehman4045 You need to watch her video on using that stuff. She recommends that you never use it. I think your better off using her 2 cycle oil trick.
@@christopherlehman4045 : or just buy ethinol free gas
Thanks for the great tip on how to store it for a long time.
That aliso reminds me that I need to get mine running again because I'll be needing it soon.
You are good! You have taught this old shop teacher much. Hope you and you husband are doing well!