Trimmer has Fuel, spark and compression but it won't start.
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Thanks for watching. This trimmer has Fuel, Spark, and compression but it still won't start, don't worry, a little bit of thread locker will fix it. 
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as long as an older piece of equipment still runs you maintain it until it breaks and parts are no longer available.
you are absolutely right.
pretty much all i run is old stuff. seems every year i am fixing one or the other from mowers to string trimmers to atv's to my personnel vehicles. none are younger than 18 years old btw and i do all my maintenance work including mounting and balancing of tires.
@@paulk5311 you're very capable
No the you start making them
ohh yeah i have a 1980s turf trim86 and it still runs great
They don’t built thing like they use too. Awesome repair that’s a keeper in my book. Really enjoy your content. 🙏👍🙏👍🙏👍🙏👍
Thank you RayFpv
@@stellarproductions8888 I haven't completely made up my mind on what to do with it yet
@@HomeGaragechannel To be perfectly honest you could probably make like $50-$60 off of that thing. Or better yet its already an antique I would hold onto it. Pass it down the family line I suppose.
that's a great idea .
I'm glad you fixed it at least it's made America
Absolutely tight. Thank you Paul Burns
German equipment is better than anything we make
@@M3TA1UPY0URA55 German equipment is very nice
Always love your videos. You explain everything so thoroughly without using huge technical terms no one knows. Love seeing your finds at garage sales. It's amazing what people have still and how simple the issues are to fix
I know right and thank you
Great job! I have a late 70’s Homelite chainsaw and still use it for smaller logs. Runs fine and never had an engine or other issue. I fix small engines for work, non-e gas in lawn equipment and a good oil is key to longevity. Use your off-season for inspection, servicing and repairs. Don’t buy box store or discount store equipment-it’s JUNK! See a equipment dealer as you will find more reliable machinery. The old adage you get what you pay for rings ever so true here.
Thank you Michael Brigande
I found a similar one somebody threw in the trash has good compression just need little cleaning and new fuel lines when you get old like me you don't want to see old things discarded! Thanks your video was most helpful
thank you Charles Nolan, I feel the same way.
I'm from the UK. Even though our brands are different the principals are the same. Learning loads !!! MANY thanks.
You are so welcome!
Never to old to fix, unless broken beyond repair. Oldies but Goodies. Good fix, Thanks
You got that right!
Love the old Homelite stuff.
me too
I have been struggling for a couple of weeks with my leaf blower which suddenly stopped functioning after about 4 years of good service.Numerous checks and mods and new parts and frustration. I was just at the point of ordering a compression tester - no fuel to the carb? and a spark tester - no spark?. While waiting for these new tools, I happened to get to your video - loose engine bolts, air leak. Checked my engine, solid as a rock but just by chance I unbolted the plastic blind end cover of the crankcase. OH OH......big hole in this cover = no vacuum to bring air fuel in from the carb( up stroke), no pressure to push the mixture into the combustion chamber (down stroke) and lots of air leakage. Repaired the hole in the cover.......leaf blower running like it always did, maybe better. Thank you.
wow nice work getting it working again!
For the UV damaged plastic: A technique called retrobrite. David from the 8 Bit Guy channel has a LOT of videos on this process.
thank you Mr Penguin
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At 16:00 he does a method that would work best for doing this to multiple tanks at a time.
@@der_pinguin44 thanks
I commented a way to do it as well which is pretty much the same way except I've always seen them use uv lamps but the sun will work too , that's how I did it cause the sun is a giant uv lamp lol
I have the same exact trimmer and prefer it over some of the newer ones I have!!! Love when its all cleaned up and that redish orange shines!
I know right
Your videos are the best I've seen. Clear, just what's needed, nothing more, nothing less.
thank you I appreciate that.
I randomly came across your videos, and I can say I’m glad. Your videos are lowkey calming for me🤷🏾♂️🤷🏾♂️
I appreciate that
Back when Homelite was a good American brand.
it was way be then. thanks for the comment
The truth is homelite still makes really good power equipment still they are affordable and very reliable and powerful I’ve actually looked at reviews and people really like them so if I bought new trimmers or chainsaw’s homelite would definitely be a good choice I wish homelite made garden tractors I would definitely buy one eventually I’m gonna learn how to turn lawnmower engines into monsters so people can swap them into anything including atvs and for racing and even making mud mowers all the stock parts I would keep in the shop so if my family and friends needed me to fix their lawn mower to mow I would have the parts for it and they wouldn’t have to pay a dime maybe I would do videos about how to fix those engines for mowing too and not just for performance this channel has given me some awesome ideas and that’s why I just had to subscribe to both of these channel’s I’m fascinated by small engines my grandpa Budd worked on riding lawnmowers for years and I learned to drive them at 3 years old this channel has given me ideas about working on all small engines including chainsaws weed eaters or any small engines that’s definitely something to think about when I learn to fix them and modify them so I can do my own how to videos
sounds like a very a very good idea. Good luck to you
When I did Landscaping I bought tons of homelite products cheap throw aways, but I wish youtube was around then. I would been able to watch your vids and fix them all instead of throwing them away.
I know how you feel skater man.
It's to old when you can no longer get the parts to keep it running or when the repairs would cost more than buying a new unit. I have a very similar trimmer in my shop now and it runs great.
Great point and it's nice to know I'm not the only one.
I agree to disagree
@@aworkingmanspride2494 How do you disagree? Do you buy a new unit when yours fails to run or do you keep it going no matter the cost?
@@brianking1138 keep it going no matter the cost
I found parts for mine easily
Well done bringing the machine back to life. 🇦🇺
Thank you Tyrone Clarke
Hey Sir HG, your videos have helped me to repair a few free or cheap trimmers successfully! You should def wear gloves, started to recently as gas has been giving me hives direct contact after years of working on cars without them. Thanks for the vids and keep em rollin
I would agree with you on the gloves, Might have to consider it.
The one I got like this from the neighbor that wrapped it around a tree for want of a primer bulb ran like a Swiss watch after I fixed it. It was light and did the job. Thanks and Blessings!
I completely understand, this one surprised me too.
@@HomeGaragechannel They're good rigs and simple to fix. Just like the old Homelite saws.
For a lot of things I find they don’t make them like they used to, a few years back my family got a Ryobi trimmer and it lasted 2 seasons because the timing belt snapped and the engine destroyed itself. We also have a Craftsman Lawnmower my dad got from Sears back about 20 years ago, still runs and works amazingly well and will cold start on 1 pull of the cord
thank you Aidan Brooks, it's a real shame what's happened over the years.
That engine sounds excellent. You can tell that is a quality piece of equipment!
Yes indeed! I hope to give it a good home in the future.
@@HomeGaragechannel What do you do with most equipment you fix?
I try to give them to friend and family and if not I keep or sell
@@HomeGaragechannel Great thing to do, really amazes me how many things you have worked on. Learn something new from every video you make.
@@cdos9186 thanks I appreciate it
one of the best and most thorough videos i have seen
thanks I appreciate that.
Great video. It never gets old.
Glad you enjoy it!
That cylinder head separation is a common thing not only on Homelite, but also on dewalt /weedeater branded blowers as well.. Blowing out the base gasket or o ring,, I repaired this stuff for almost 2o years,, I seen a few things,,
sounds like you have, thanks for the comment.
That's old gold right there. Keep the original spark plug, it's much heavier than modern ones.
I believe you are right about that
@@HomeGaragechannel Did you tell your wife how excited you were to have this kind of vintage?
No, I mainly talk to her about the channel stats, I did mention about how I got the trimmer though, but not the vintage.
@@HomeGaragechannel It's ok, she doesn't have to be interested in everything you go on and on about. It's the fact that someone is genuinely there for you that matters most. :)
Love the look of older tools
I know right
Real helpful. The other videos too, but this is the best hands on and best explainable. Thank you
Glad it was helpful!
I have the same model and I love it. Sounds like your very young but experienced like us old timers.very impressive how you know all the exact names of the parts.ive been fixing equipment for 45 years and don't know a fraction
I wish I was young again, thank you.
Well that's the Thing, old Timers need to stop assuming all young guys only play video games and sit at a desk all day and night. I'm 28 and have schooled a lot of "old Timers" who had pulled old V8's apart and put them back together and then tossed RTV on them and think they fixed something.
The old homelites were built well, totally worth saving!
I think so too, thank you classic American flyer trains.
our society is to disposable. Thanks to your videos i was able to save my troy-bilt trimmer. The carburetor went bad. Your videos showed me how to replace it for 12 bucks. A shop wouldnt even look at it. Its been runnign two years like a champ now and i use it for all the heavy duty work around my house.
Nice work
Another great video, love it
Thank you
My dad had the same one that I used as a teenager when I started a lawn business. Wish I still had it. I do have the hedge trimmer homelite made in USA. To my recollection, the hedge trimmer was $89.00, so the trimmer probably wasn't much more. Great value, but they felt cheap to me at the time. I was wrong.
I know right, my perspectives have changed as well.
Greetings from the UK. Great video. I have one of these that’s identical to this. It’s a 1992 model. Still runs well for a 30 year old engine. I like mine that much, that I’ve bought a spare engine which I’m going to refurbish for when the older one tires. Love your videos. 👍
very nice, thank you Jamie McDonald.
Good tip to use screwdriver to wedge spark plug! I always struggle with grounding the plug to check spark
thank you hosocat 1
It might be old in terms of human years, but I doubt the hours are that high - trimmers don't get used much compared to say a car. 125psi is still pretty good compression imho - I bought a brand new 2-stroke blower last week and it has 140psi out of the box. I think it has many years of life left and am happy you repaired it - and very grateful you showed the rest of us how you went about it. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks ApprenticeGM
I would rather have an older trimmer as long as it is reliable. At one time I had 2 Homlite weed eaters and as you say, they light, balanced and powerful. Good save on this one sir!
thank you Rickey Mitchell
A friend of mine has a given me one of these, but with a curved shaft. It has compression so likely a diaphragm kit is all that's needed and some new fuel line... hopefully!
Very good repair and easy to follow along.
thank you Don_ECHOguy
Glad you fixed it it was worth fixing
I appreciate it Martin LeBlanc
to fix the discoloration on the tank just put the tank in a bath of hydrogen peroxide and use a UV lamp or lamps to make sure all of the tank is being exposed to the light. Then just move it around every few hours until it's completely fixed. Usually takes about 8-24 hours
dont forget gloves
Great video Sir, its good to see that you know what your talking about haha as so many youtube wannabes have NO idea and try to go ahead with an explanation
I appreciate that!
My mother bought a homelite trimmer last year from home depot I'm always the main user of it I used it once had to return it because it wouldn't start and I didn't had no either on hand took that one to exchanged it thank God I don't have no issues with the current one I finish off the rest of mowing season. Last year I did noticed it would surge when it go from idle to full speed thank God I knew how to work on trimmer carbs so I cleaned it before I put it up for the winter got her out filled up the tank pulled on her fired right up back in first week of March I believe now I don't have any issues with it some times I have to put it on run just to get it to start so I would say that I wouldn't buy anymore of them it is a pig to get started when I run it out of gas I have to resort to cold start pretty much I don't know why but that how it is
Sounds like quite a hassle
You could be right. I'II get a tester and check it out and let you know. Thanks,
anytime
Never too old to repair and that's a qaulity make too and the pull starter needs some attention too mostly a bit more of a turn on tension on the rope or a replacement rope for it as that's a good runner etc.
yes sir, I'll look at it some day.
@@HomeGaragechannel yes it does sound like a very easy repair fix etc.
I pretty much do the exact same things myself. Small engines are not the difficult to diagnose and repair. The only time I stop doing repairs is when the available parts dry up, new or used. And seems odd how quickly new parts dry up for most any piece of equipment these days. I guess that is their idea to force some people in to buying new replacements. IDK
You might on to something
Thanks for the great tips, it’s very difficult to get a shop to cover this stuff. I get it, it’s their bread and butter.
Glad it was helpful!
Good video, thanks! 👍👍
Thank you
This is. an example of a quality built machine?
It's still around isn't it.
@@HomeGaragechannel Well i have junk which has been laying around for years .Just because it is still around doesnt mean it is any good.
@@jimtwisted1984 thats called hoarding
@@HomeGaragechannel everybody has some junk equipment around is evryone a hoarder?
@@jimtwisted1984 sure many different levels exist and it isn't bad till it starts interfering with your life
Great information on testing to see if the trimmer is worth the time to repair and then the repairs. Thanks for all the information and video. If you have an older trimmer or mower and can fix it this should be done because it probably is made much better then what you can get today.
you got that right, briggs, Kohler, honda, it doesn't matter, older was better.
I had the same problem with my home lot like weed eater and what you told me fix mine to thank you very much make more videos
I will, thank you Greg Broom
I recently fixed the carburetor on a weed eater brand that was 35 or 40 years old. It was my father's. It runs as good as ever with the cleaned carb & new diaphragms. The only downsides are it's heavy & has a curved shaft. The old ones were built to last.
yes you are correct, thank you Robert Williams
i own 2 of that trimmer, one with a clutch, one like that without one, they both run great and are both now 25 years old, (lucky that both engine S/n were still there and both are made in 95) the one with the clutch is the one i use as a company trimmer, the other is for home use. these run forever and have decent power for their age, especially the 17 inch cut one, it doesnt do well in super tall grass but it will still cut alot never stalling or eating up the clutches. also if i have to say, its exhaust notes are far more enjoyable than any other trimmer ive run, its muffled like a small dirtbike/moped of the 2 stroke variety.
Homelite 175sx/Bandit is the brand and model.
I completely agree with you
In regards to the petrol tank yellow/orange tint, this can be rectified by using peroxide 40vol / 12%. I use a cream as opposed to solution, dab on with a paint brush, wrap in cling film to keep the heat in and leave out in the sun. This may take a few days, and a couple of applications, but I like the fact that the sun caused it, now it's also it's solution. You can find this sort of thing applied to other plastics on RUclips, but this is my preferred method. Hope this helps take years off this machine!
that's an awesome solution, Do you have a link for the solution?
These trimmers seem pretty decent. I purchased one with 2 other broken trimmers for just £30 here in the UK. it had not been used in many years. all i needed to do was unseize the pull start catch spring so it will engage, and replace the rotten fuel lines.
I put some fuel in, put my thumb over the inlet hole, and after 2 pulls fuel was pulled through, and on the third it started. mine is the curve shaft model, but the same power plant on top. I think a trimmers age is no excuse to dispose of them, if they work, they should be put to work.
I agree with you, just because it's old doesn't mean you need to get rid of it.
Wow. That's what an easy fix.
If that's what you think
Your video’s are amazing!
Glad you like them!
thanks for sharing these videos are very useful
Glad you like them!
I have learned a lot with your videos
I still have one of these, only thing wrong with it is the gas tank cracked and leaks fuel now. If i could find a replacement fuel tank either on a dead one or be able to find a new one, i could fix mine. Damn thing still runs great.
Have you considered buying a universal tank?
Good video.
Glad you enjoyed it
Very good videos my friend!
Thanks for the visit
My dad used to have an old Homelite, but had to throw it away cause it got seized up and wasn't able to be fixed. He got a STIHL and it all worked out.
nice choice
As I always say,waste not,want not,I wouldn't waste a good line trimmer myself,my dads Honda line trimmer is 18 years old & it's still going.
126 PSI is probably actually good compression for a small 2 stroke engine because when I rebuilt a Stihl hedge trimmer with a new cylinder repair kit it was 105 PSI when brand new & it went up to 120 PSI after the piston rings broke in !
Retro brighting will bring back the color in the plastic
Great work 👍🤝👍🤝
Thank you I appreciate it
Great job!
Thanks!
Also it' s a straightshaft design; very reliable vs today' s designs
you are correct
You can still buy straight or curved shaft weedeaters...
@@M3TA1UPY0URA55 but I prefer straightshafts because they have longer reach and they' re easy on your back
@@M3TA1UPY0URA55 yes you can
@@samuelvelez1643 definitely. I see where you're coming from. I was just referring to the fact you can still buy a straight shaft. I have several stihl straight shaft trimmers and I can say that that's the only way to go! I also like having the handlebars and a strap on mine. I'm only 28 but I like having all the control and the lower amount of stress off of my back.
I’ve had a lot of problems with these trimmers. When people bring these trimmers in, I tell them it’s going to cost more than what’s it’s worth. Also, they don’t make the carburetor in oem or aftermarket. I can’t stand these old Homelites, but I’m happy that you got yours running
You are correct, If I didn't get this carb working, it was going to end up on my curb with a free sign on it.
I actually like the old homelite trimmers. Simple and they ran great. That little motor actually has more balls than my brand new echo. I had to rebuild the carb in the echo after 1 mowing season because of ethanol in pump gas. The homelite is over 20 years old and still runs like new. I just need to source a gas tank and i can get it running again. The tank cracked and won't hold gas
@@roadrocket7770 hope you can find one
@@HomeGaragechannel i actually found one on ebay. 25 bucks for a complete motor assembly. Housing and tank are not cracked. The guy just doesn't want it anymore since he bought a new stihl trimmer.
@@roadrocket7770 that's a great price
Never seeen a straight shaft Version of this older model is this rare?
It must be.
I believe so the Homelite SX-135 Bandit is very similar too.
I think you're right
My dad lives in Kansas City and he has two old homelite chainsaws and man are they good they are loud powerful and durable just like they should be classic homelite power equipment are a very good buy and as far as I know they still carry the parts for them personally I prefer classic power equipment over some of the newer ones because back then things were made like a brick house don’t get me wrong I do like some of the new power equipment if it’s the right brand but nothing beats classic homelite equipment they last for the longest
yes the older stuff from Homelite are very good
A bit late, but I would try a cleaner with a mild abrasive in it on that gas tank, something like Vim, if not an actual plastic polish like from a headlight restoration kit. 😊
Great tip! thank you One Sad Tech
Like your work nice quick fixes
Thanks, I appreciate it.
@@HomeGaragechannel IV got a strimmer cold start is good but after abit of use it will just cut our I put new plug in now it will splutter before cutting out and not start till it's gone cold Ur the next day?
@@garyclifton2180 can you give me a model number so I know what kind of strimmer it is? more than likely the tank vent is failing. this will let the engine run for a little bit and then stop. Otherwise the coil is failing when the engine is getting hot.
Long as I can fix it I’ll keep using it
true
Hi. Love your videos. For the gas tank. Go to a beauty supply store and buy the hydrogen peroxide cream or gel. This is a lot stronger than the bottle you can buy at the pharmacy. Brush on the cream on the exterior of the tank and then wrap it with plastic wrap to keep it moist. let it sit out in the sun for 1-2 days. Better yet elevate it over a mirrored surface. The UV from the sunlight will react with the hydrogen peroxide and will bleach the plastic. People who restore old computers or similar equipment use this trick to bring back the original color of UV yellowed plastic.
that sounds like a plan
I've had the same problem with my craftsman leaf blower it is the outdated design with the fan on the bottom but it still runs good after having the bolts come loose twice.
must be a design issue.
@@HomeGaragechannel yea but I love that blower
I know, I had one too, in fact it's what got me going on small engines to begin with.
@@HomeGaragechannel cool
That has a nice tall grip handle... nice! Can't understand why they put such short grip handles on modern trimmers. The short grip handles are a big step backwords if you ask me.
I think it depends on the person, some might prefer a different grip
For removing discoloration from plastic put in hydrogen peroxide it can be the 3% peroxide and use UV light to remove the discorling , there are videos of people remove discoloration from old plastic toys and I've done it with my old phone case and it worked really well , I'd say wash the gas tank with soap and water first and decrease it really good first then soak in peroxide tank wrapped in reflective material such as aluminum foil and cover with a UV light leave it for 24 hours check it and see how it's doing , also you want it to stay submerged under the peroxide or you'll have the rotate it and do it in sections which will work as well just might take longer
Awesome video, THANK U 🙏✊
You are so welcome
To get rid of that yellowing on the gas tank, you need to use some Sea Glow. Peroxide mixed with Oxyclean works too, you just have to put the tank in front of some sun light.
Nice I'm going to try it out.
have the same weed eater, pulled it from my grandparents' place. wouldn't do anything when i got it, been messing with it as I have little experience with small engines. has spark, fuel, compression. it will pop and fire but won't idle. I've messed with idle screw on carb and can't get it to do anything. (Commenting before watching, probably got it fixed after watching) Edit: Mine is an SX-135 Bandit model.
nice work and thanks for the update
You can try retrobrite kit, its a peroxide gel system that came from restoring yelloed computer parts
Great vid and question mate. I have always thought as with people if something works and your machanics are mobile can get air, fuel and have spark age shouldnt be a problem.
very well said.
back in the day made in the usa was quality build to last with proper care this one would go many more years easy fix though
I love an easy fix
I like the straight shaft so much more, I think the not only keep you farther from debris, but also looks ascetically better , no I have a question, of all the machines you have worked on over the years, what was the most difficult and what was one that you breezed right thru with
I think the transmission work I did on the Honda might have been the hardest, as the video took days to do. The easy ones, are any of the metering diaphragm replacement on cheap trimmers, like troybilt, ryobi, and the like.
Harbour freight sells that spark tester in their stores.
yes they do
I agree with Hunter 1953!!
thank you Christopher Marshall
I love getting notifications for your vids. Over the years I've learned so much from you I've been able to fix my own equipment, and for that I thank you. I do however have a question? I have a straight shaft Craftsman trimmer that takes the other attachments, would it hurt to use one of those heads that have the three plastic or metal type blades? Or should I just stick with the original head it came with? Thank you in advance
That would be absolutely fine, since the plastic blades can pivot, even if you hit something hard, it won't hurt the engine.
Nothing can be too old. As long as it serves your purpose and it works then its fine, It only succunbs when the cost of doing so exceeds its value. If you can fix it for a small amount of money then there is no reason to scrap it
I completely agree with you.
Yes keep it
thank you Robert Yearian
@Home Garage Regarding the gas tanks' discoloration, I have had some luck using hydrogen peroxide on discolored plastic.
got some on the way, we'll see how it goes.
It's probably already mentioned in the comments somewhere but retrobriting that tank would probably bring it back to it's original color. You could also try feeling it completely full with hydrogen peroxide and leaving it in the sun but all the way guide on RUclips for retrobrite and maybe use some UV lights.
yes I'm hoping to do it soon.
You forgot the oh sh*t spark test,
Just stick a wire in the spark plug boot and put your finger in the ground and the other in the wire.
Highly accurate and cheap AF
sure
They make a uv solution that cleans shoes under uv lighting. That same solution put on plastic and sitting under a uv light would change the color back to the original shade. I have used these on other plastics and after 24 hrs sitting in my homemade uv box it works great
thank you Reds13
It doesn’t matter if it’s old or not. The only problem with using old power tools is that a bunch of the parts are discontinued. You probably couldn’t rebuild this thing even if you wanted to. If you don’t feel like buying a new trimmer I’d imagine you could put another engine on it and save a little bit of money.
you hit the nail on the head, I do believe This carb is discontinued and never supported in the aftermarket either.
for the fuel tank, ive seen that yellowed plastics can be restored by a UV hydrogen peroxide bath, not exactly sure what plastics do and don't work
unfortunately the yellowing these fuel tanks is not just UV damage but also from the Fuel itself, I don't think theres anything that can bring these tanks back to new, because the discoloration isn't just skin deep. The discoloration goes much deeper.
With regards to the discoloured fuel tank you should watch some of Odd Tinkerings videos. He is always restoring yellowed plastics using UV and bleach I think.
thank you Daniel Wilson
I may have a solution for removing that yellow from the gas tank:
Fill a small bucket with 3% Hydrogen Peroxide, and add 1/4 teaspoon of Oxy Laundry booster for each gallon of peroxide and submerge the fuel tank into the solution:
The soaking time will vary with most pieces whitening in 2-6 hours. The mixture will last for up to four days before it needs to be replaced.
Set the tank under a UV light or out in the sunshine, it will work as well.
When the item has reached the desired whiteness, remove and rinse thoroughly, if necessary, wash with dish detergent and water.
Before trying that out on the fuel tank, I highly suggest to try on a scrapped piece of yellow plastic.
I hope it works for you.
thank you for the tips.
@@HomeGaragechannel You're welcome! I work part time in the same sector, and these older machines are truly the ones that you're very likely expect to get back running in no time. My manager has an Echo machine that's 23 - 24 years old, pretty much as old as me, and it has always started without issues.
that's a machine there.
I just bought a return from TSC for $10 ! They had several for $50 that they finally sold. I got the worst one because it was the only one in left. I dread tearing it apart.
good luck with it.
I usually just tell people who bring these cheap trimmers and chainsaws to my shop for repair, "I have all the parts you might need to repair it so it may be worth doing the repair yourself but they just aren't worth paying me $70/ hr + parts to diagnose and repair them." If someone insisted I do the repair I would quote this repair at 1.5 hrs labor, replacing the carb at about $30 plus fuel lines, fuel filter, air filter and spark plug at about $12 so you might be looking at around $120 - $150 maybe less maybe more depending on what I find and what it takes for the repair. I can sell a brand new Stihl or Echo trimmer in that same price range.
that makes sense.
To whiten the fuel tank search for retrobrite on youtube. I used salon care 40 on my homelite tank and it made a huge difference, took about 3 days in the sun.
Gotcha thanks!