Carburetor Adjustment - Everything You Need to Know

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  • @JoeMac1983
    @JoeMac1983 3 года назад +83

    Some people watch their favorite Netflix show when they put the kids down for bed. Some people kick back, watch Eliminator Performance, open their ears and learn. They don't know what they're missing. Excellent content, as always!

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  3 года назад +2

      Thanks for watching!

    • @silver-tq5vw
      @silver-tq5vw 10 месяцев назад +2

      😊😊😊

    • @josephholman1713
      @josephholman1713 8 месяцев назад

      ​@@EliminatorPerformanceive got a question for ya ive got a ms460 shes running pretty rick but the carb has metal limiters on the adjustment screws an I can't lean it out enough to get it to run good do you know of a way to get the limiters off?

  • @garbo2810
    @garbo2810 4 месяца назад +6

    Best information I've found about tuning my lawn mower carburettor. Thank you 👍🏻

  • @MiceNine9
    @MiceNine9 3 месяца назад +2

    Very glad I landed here since I just got a TroyBilt Chipper/LeafVac with a Tecumseh H50 engine for $25 and you're literally adjusting what looks to be the same carburetor that I just cleaned and rebuilt.

  • @davidsokol1244
    @davidsokol1244 2 месяца назад +2

    Excellent- one of the best how-to videos I’ve ever watched. Thanks, man- that was super helpful. I feel much more confident about adjusting the new carburetor I just put on my generator.

  • @jaywallace3997
    @jaywallace3997 Год назад +8

    This is the single best video I’ve ever seen on any motor vehicle. Only the best information given. No information on when he was born and who gave him the equipment blah blah blah… Lol kudos well done!

  • @kjell-richardlvdal373
    @kjell-richardlvdal373 3 года назад +7

    Once again, this was one of the best video on RUclips on how to adjust carb, and especially show it in real

  • @stevenielsen-v4e
    @stevenielsen-v4e 7 месяцев назад +2

    He explains and teaches very well. He is very articulate and is easy to follow and understand. Would definitely recommend watching to learn about carbs.

  • @680mudman
    @680mudman Год назад +4

    I know this video is 2 years old but this is the best explained and most informative video on you tube for this topic... thank you!

    • @680mudman
      @680mudman Год назад +1

      Subbed and saved!!!

  • @CrowySlowy
    @CrowySlowy Год назад +13

    Just bought a new carburetor and need to make adjustments to it. This video was very informative and educational. Great organization too! Thank you for walking us through everything and then providing the examples of the end points of the adjustment. Audio quality was great too for the examples! Much appreciated!

  • @elmarko9051
    @elmarko9051 4 месяца назад +1

    I literally was cleaning a carb for an 1980's H35 Tecumseh. Fiddled with the adjustment jet screw sort of on accident. Perfect video, now I know what to do, wasn't even looking for this and it popped up.

  • @marks1994
    @marks1994 8 месяцев назад +3

    This is the best video I have seen that explains the adjustments needed on my old non-fixed carbureted SnowKing 5.5hp Tecumseh snowblower engine. Thanks for sharing the info!

  • @robbyddurham1624
    @robbyddurham1624 6 месяцев назад +2

    I almost always forget the thumbs up when I see a good video. Thanks for taking the time to provide knowledge to us.

  • @tedpergolizzi6455
    @tedpergolizzi6455 2 года назад +31

    Again, your a great teacher. I’ve watched this video numerous times to reinforce what your explaining. THANK YOU. I’ve been subscribed for a little while now. I started my own small business from my home repairing small engines a year and a half ago, (I’m retired from my career), you have been very helpful to me. My hobby that I love has now transformed into a positive cash flow that I really enjoy. Again, many thanks. Be safe friend.

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  2 года назад +6

      Thanks for the kind words, and thanks for being a loyal viewer! Small engine repair is actually incredibly simple, once you understand the basic fundamentals of how engines and equipment works. Once you have that, you start to realize, every unit operates in the same way, they're just assembled in different ways, with different parts. Good luck on your business!

  • @gerrymarks7527
    @gerrymarks7527 8 месяцев назад +2

    Done your self proud son.good explaning.i learned something.im 64yrs old been working on small engines all my life.i hate those carbs you cant adjust with out having to scrap the blower down.im working on one now a brigs and stratton only been used about 10 uses.now i have to scrap it down and fix it.i worked on just about every small engine there is from out boards to hit and miss engines.chainsaws to leaf blowers but i hate those carbs the most.gm.😂

  • @bolt2510
    @bolt2510 2 года назад +8

    Dude this video is of extreme help. Ive been a mechanic for years and i have to say. Well spoken! And extremely useful

  • @terryrideshard
    @terryrideshard Год назад +2

    Very nice explanation tech. It's clear you are above average in your field

  • @chrisrichard8194
    @chrisrichard8194 2 года назад +8

    This is one of the best videos on explaining carb adjustments. I had the carb. with the adjustments. I fine tuned it and now works great. the last 2 years I started using TRUFUEL. Expensive yes but worth the outcome. Works great. Thanks

  • @robertpayton3795
    @robertpayton3795 3 года назад +8

    much, much appreciation. now have a starting point with my old carburetor. thank you for a GREAT explanation of how this works.

  • @robertvanderhoof6082
    @robertvanderhoof6082 Год назад +1

    You are the cake boss of carburetors. Thank you sir, for your service.

  • @judgegarry
    @judgegarry 2 года назад +9

    Great video Brother... I can remember way back when, picking horizontal shaft lawnmower engines to mount on bikes to make mini bikes (and trying to outrun the cops)... The starting point of those engines was 1 1/2 turns. Nice to know some things never change.

  • @falconxh4000
    @falconxh4000 3 года назад +9

    Over here in Australia, have just commissioned an old tecumseh powered lawnmower with a very similar adjustable carb as you show here. I had it close to running spot on but ur information has been a great help so Thankyou. You Americans are always very helpful and are happy to share knowledge for others! Great job!

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  3 года назад +2

      I'm Canadian, and thanks for watching!

    • @falconxh4000
      @falconxh4000 3 года назад +3

      Oops I’m so sorry! Like calling a kiwi an aussie!! They don’t like it either! Anyway, apologies for that! I’ll work some more on my accent recognition!
      Great job!

    • @rottiejakeluke
      @rottiejakeluke Год назад +2

      I have an Ariens PathPro that surged like mad. I pulled the idle jet and used a vise drill, but probably too larger than what I should have done. The surging stopped, but now the engine pops, like a back firing of a car. Any suggestions? This is an LCT engine, can I get a new idle jet for it? If so, please send a link where I can purchase one. Thank you.

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  Год назад +1

      99204-ZE0-0350 and drill to desired size

    • @rottiejakeluke
      @rottiejakeluke Год назад +1

      @@EliminatorPerformance thank you, but I don’t know what these numbers are for. Please explain since it may be what I need. Thanks

  • @joe003314
    @joe003314 2 года назад +3

    This is one of the best videos I have seen explaining carb adjustments. You are right about the ethanal in the gas breaking down, but few people if any will search and find ethanal free gas. This is why I tell people to always drain the gas and let all gas run out of their equipment . I have been a small engine repair tech for 40 years and you would not believe some of the gummed up carbs I have seen. Keep up the good work !

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  2 года назад +1

      Yea they get pretty gummed up, thanks for watching!

    • @Patriottoo2
      @Patriottoo2 2 года назад +1

      One of two brothers that owned a large boat shop told me a few years ago that adding alcohol to gasoline was the best thing that ever happened to their repair business.

  • @patrickfrausto9866
    @patrickfrausto9866 Год назад +2

    Best video on the net on this content!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @chrisvill54
    @chrisvill54 Год назад +2

    Very good video, love watching videos that teach. These machines small engines are so simple and easy to work on compared to cars. You can fix anything with basic tools

  • @Stewsdrums
    @Stewsdrums 3 года назад +1

    I watch a lot of different channels I think you're the best teacher on RUclips on small engine repair

  • @zbigniewkozlowski2749
    @zbigniewkozlowski2749 2 года назад +2

    You should be a teacher , excellent presentation Ziggy Canada

  • @ws9386
    @ws9386 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the explanation on carburator adjustments. I had rebuilt my snowblower carburator but then it would only run with choke on. Watching this helped me in finding and setting the air mixture screw.

  • @chrislarson3123
    @chrislarson3123 3 года назад +1

    Sometimes a guy just needs a refresher on the basics, great video!

  • @gregg5026
    @gregg5026 2 года назад +1

    Wow I can't thank you enough. My skid steer was down and I have a 600' driveway. to plow My 8 HP 36 year old Toro wouldn't stay running. Your video explained the problem perfectly !!!

  • @michaelskeim2585
    @michaelskeim2585 Год назад +3

    I've watched a lot of how-to videos and search through these things for the last couple of years I'm glad I found your channel Thanks for being so informative and keeping it simple at the same time it helps out a lot I appreciate it thank you you're doing a wonderful job man keep it up

  • @Billster1955
    @Billster1955 2 года назад +13

    Wow! That was a lot of amazing information. I've had some small engine training back in the day, but you really do a great job of going into great detail. Thank you very much.

    • @ernieluedt3445
      @ernieluedt3445 11 месяцев назад +2

      And the gas tank that's also sufficient right and put fresh fuel in it next season

  • @prototipcars
    @prototipcars 3 года назад +1

    So far the best video tutorial on how to adjust snowblower carburetor I have seen. Great job 👍

  • @LB7VI
    @LB7VI 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for the Great movie again

  • @Roadwarier9871
    @Roadwarier9871 10 месяцев назад +1

    Very informative video...Thank you Young Man...

  • @erikeggenbakstad
    @erikeggenbakstad 2 года назад

    Starting on a Tekumseh that is surging really bad tomorrow morning. On a Snapper snow blower. This is just what I needed. Thanks!

  • @chrisellis6666
    @chrisellis6666 2 года назад +3

    Great Video. Helped me sort out my issues with the carb on my snowblower and its running better than it ever has. You explained and then demonstrated very well. Cheers.

  • @vernonmartin3056
    @vernonmartin3056 9 месяцев назад

    Great breakdown on carb function. I have a Walbro LMK with the adjustable main jet and could not figure how to start adjusting it. Thanks!

  • @vir822
    @vir822 2 года назад +1

    One of the best video explaining carburetor adjustment thank you so much I learned a lot

  • @bebsmusic7435
    @bebsmusic7435 11 месяцев назад +1

    The best video I've seen on this. Thanks much.

  • @beegekhaos3171
    @beegekhaos3171 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you so much for the explanation, as well as demonstration!

  • @BusyFingers
    @BusyFingers Год назад +1

    Great video and greetings from Ontario too! Just getting acquainted with an older Tecumseh 10.5 Hp. Thanks for the explanation.

  • @UncleLoodis
    @UncleLoodis 2 года назад +2

    My Dood! Thanks so much for making this video! I replaced the carb on the old rototiller I bought. Followed your directions. It is now PURRING...super smooth. Looking forward to planting a garden this spring now. SUBSCRIBED. :)

  • @michaelturocy3319
    @michaelturocy3319 2 года назад +1

    I'm glad I found this vid. You've explained it cleanly and in simple terms. I'm now subscribed for future tutorials.

  • @bj60landcruiseraddict
    @bj60landcruiseraddict Год назад +1

    Great video! Very helpful thanks!

  • @robertdorr157
    @robertdorr157 3 года назад +1

    Love going to school with a good teacher thanks for the lessons

  • @stephenshort839
    @stephenshort839 Год назад

    Thanks for doing this video. I have a very old Ariens Snow Thro with a Tecumseh 7hp that was given to me because it didn't work. After replacing the Pinion gear I tried to start it, and it didn't run either, Ha. Rebuilding the carb was easy BUT I didn't know how to adjust it once it was running. Now I do, thanks to you.

  • @vtvita
    @vtvita 2 года назад +1

    Superb videography! Clear, concise explanations! Direct, and to the point!

  • @4u2nve
    @4u2nve 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great informational video

  • @linclip
    @linclip 2 месяца назад +1

    This is good stuff right here

  • @stevepitkanen1424
    @stevepitkanen1424 2 года назад +1

    Fantastic video. A wealth of information here, clearly explained.

  • @timdabowler
    @timdabowler 3 года назад

    I don't normally comment on videos but I just have to tell you great this video is. Thank you!!!

  • @pablochavez9087
    @pablochavez9087 3 года назад +2

    You just helped me out immensely. I forgot/ didn't realize I needed to clean the pilot jet on the carb. I always do it on the Hondas and Kohlers but just dropped the ball on this one. Probably forgot since they look different. Thank you so much.

  • @arydant
    @arydant 2 года назад +1

    I have a non adjustable carb and the kit I bought included the washer and o-ring for the adjustable idle mixture screw. After refurbishing the carb, the engine was hunting so I converted the fixed screw into an adjustable one by finding a suitable spring and using the other parts. So even with the predrilled screw, I was able to adjust the mixture and smooth out the engine and get a good idle.

    • @rossjanke1386
      @rossjanke1386 Год назад

      To clarify, you removed the fixed regulator screw on the bottom of your brand new carb and replaced it with your old nut, screw and spring from your old unit? This made your non-adjustable unit adjustable? Is t that easy?

  • @JLesurf
    @JLesurf Месяц назад +1

    Very helpful 👍

  • @GStudley
    @GStudley 2 месяца назад +1

    Thank you. That sure help me

  • @patricklafreniere8322
    @patricklafreniere8322 8 месяцев назад

    Absolutely Outstanding

  • @jaysantos514
    @jaysantos514 3 года назад +6

    Thank you for this wonderful video. I was always under the impression that the new engine actually increases its efficiency when the rings and cylinders conform increasing suction of air and therefore metered fuel is insufficient. I thought by drilling the holes out you were increasing fuel to match the increased air intake.

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  3 года назад +5

      Those pilot jets meter fuel during idle, so enlarging them gives more fuel, because of slightly less compression so it's harder to pull more fuel through. You're basically making it easier to get fuel. Once you get into snow, auger turning, engine under load, it pulls more fuel easily through the larger main jet.

  • @rabbitwranglerrabbitry6265
    @rabbitwranglerrabbitry6265 2 года назад +1

    Man, feel like to pay you for the knowledge you Just spread.

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  2 года назад

      Can always leave a Tip just hit the Heart button under the video and leave a "super thanks." But as always, videos will be free to all and I usually post every Sunday. Thanks for watching!

  • @guyzoun
    @guyzoun Год назад +1

    Great video ! Thank you - Merci Beaucoup!!!

  • @randywright7433
    @randywright7433 2 года назад +2

    Awesome video! Thank you for clearing up all the questions about adjusting a carb!

  • @rjdphy3082
    @rjdphy3082 7 месяцев назад +1

    Great video man !

  • @barryhumo3671
    @barryhumo3671 3 года назад +4

    Awesome video. Great info. All we have in my area is ethanol fuel so I do my carbs annually to be safe. I am doing an old 1987 Toro snowblower that I've had since new and has been sitting since 2013 when I bought my next Toro snowblower and this has explained everything and then some perfectly. Thank you.

  • @srenlauritzen7457
    @srenlauritzen7457 2 года назад +1

    Thanks made👍 exact my problem

  • @steveperry1344
    @steveperry1344 Год назад

    very good and thorough info. i've been a shade tree diyer for years, this is really gonna help, thnx from massachusetts.

  • @frankennbeans3626
    @frankennbeans3626 2 года назад +1

    Thank you so much. The video was very informative you made it very easy to follow I learned in 20 minutes what would take weeks of theory in school. Great job!

  • @Paul58061
    @Paul58061 Год назад +1

    Love the garage- great classic man cave.

  • @joefriday950
    @joefriday950 Год назад +1

    Excellent video. Thanks very much for the great explanation. I learned so much.

  • @Peterswarahed
    @Peterswarahed Год назад +1

    great video man

  • @fresnobassn744
    @fresnobassn744 6 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks man This is a big help 🙏 👍

  • @daniellukensow4095
    @daniellukensow4095 Год назад

    Very good and thorough video. 8/8/23

  • @dfdsf72
    @dfdsf72 Год назад +1

    Great video ! Thanks

  • @HipaParts
    @HipaParts 10 месяцев назад +1

    It's really an informative video explaining why and how to adjust the carburetor.

  • @pattersonlandscaping5621
    @pattersonlandscaping5621 2 года назад +1

    needed info...thanks

  • @tiger.6509
    @tiger.6509 2 года назад +1

    This video is a thumbs up form me.

  • @ChangeTomorrow
    @ChangeTomorrow 2 года назад +1

    Thanks very much.

  • @minouchat
    @minouchat 3 года назад +2

    Another video to keep for reference, As I told you already, you should be a mechanics teacher and I would like to be a student of yours. So it is well explained. Thanks Jake 👍🍺🍺

  • @robguilfoil2470
    @robguilfoil2470 2 года назад +1

    Excellent explanation! Thank you.

  • @gregoryking9348
    @gregoryking9348 Год назад

    Great tutorial! I've got an ancient hand-me-down Simplicity 860E with a mystery horsepower Techumseh. I just replaced the carb today and both fuel/air screws were all the way in and bottomed out. No big deal armed with your tutorial though!
    I've been in mechanical services of one type or another my entire life (I'm 64 1/2...when did THAT happen?!) but adjusting both screws is definitely an art. I found a balance I can live with tho. I was having an issue with not having the main jet adjusted to the sweet spot and went I went from idle to full throttle it just went bauuuuugghhhh until I moved the throttle lever back down toward idle. Watched the adjustment part of your video again, started from square one, and I'm happy with the results. There's an occasional pop from the exhaust at all speed ranges (spark plug got replaced too btw) but not horrible.
    It's 75 degrees out today here in SE Wisconsin so the true test will be when our winter temps slam down below zero.

  • @jimmyfinke6759
    @jimmyfinke6759 2 года назад +1

    awesome video, i too watch your several times, thank you

  • @briansadler5502
    @briansadler5502 2 года назад +2

    Excellent video

  • @VintageEngineRepairs
    @VintageEngineRepairs Год назад +1

    Thanks for sharing, one thing that is worth mentioning is as an engine breaks in the seal between the piston ring and cylinder actually improves and the compression rises. Either way, great video and info on drilling fixed jets :)

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  Год назад

      Yes I'd have to agree, as the piston rings seat they *should* seal better. The issue is, these engines pull less fuel through once broken in. So the question now is, why? It's either the cylinders being a bit out of round or the rings not sealing as good, or it's the valves not sealing as good. This could be tested by doing a leak down test and checking blow by into the crankcase or intake/exhaust ports. Somewhere, compression must be decreasing for the engine to pull slightly less fuel through.

    • @VintageEngineRepairs
      @VintageEngineRepairs Год назад +1

      @@EliminatorPerformance Do you think it could be related to temperature, weather, humidity changing since being tuned from new? Some carbs and engines are quite picky to changes in temp and humidity!

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  Год назад

      @@VintageEngineRepairs no because customers say the same thing, they ran fine at the dealership when they fired them up, or for the 1st week, and then all of a sudden they surge. Oversizing the pilot on the new MTD engines is something I do to all the carbs now to prevent this. Usually going from the factory 0.016" size to 0.018" is all it takes. Although sometimes it requires 0.020" for the larger engines

    • @rossjanke1386
      @rossjanke1386 Год назад +1

      @@EliminatorPerformance As the piston rings get seated and the unit pulls more air through, the fuel to air ratio decreases. More fuel is required to to keep the ratio the same. That is why the screw needs to be slightly opened. (I think).

  • @pensionat60
    @pensionat60 5 месяцев назад +1

    Excellent

  • @roydenstanley1386
    @roydenstanley1386 Год назад +1

    Thanks Man for fine explanation 👍

  • @3phasetinkerer
    @3phasetinkerer 8 месяцев назад

    perfect explanation, thank you very much.

  • @thongvanhsouvannaphong485
    @thongvanhsouvannaphong485 Год назад +1

    Thank you very good

  • @garny3766
    @garny3766 3 года назад +1

    Good job. One of the better carb diagnostic/adjustment vids on YT. Few things to add...
    1) nice job explaining carb schematics and what jets/adj. do what. One thing to add before the drill bits come out, make sure intakes don’t have any air leaks and air filters (if equipped) are in place and clean...snowblowers not so much of a concern.
    2) fuel preservation only happens if stored in a sealed plastic gas can or tank. It will not stay preserved in the carb bowls.Tyrall has finally come around to my understanding and knowledge with his fuel stabilizer test.
    Subscribing and will be catching up in your other vids. Keep up the good work! There ain’t many of us left that know this stuff anymore!!

    • @EliminatorPerformance
      @EliminatorPerformance  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching!

    • @judgegarry
      @judgegarry 2 года назад

      I might add that welding supply stores sell cutting torch tip cleaners that are excellent and cheap. I used to use them when I was working on commercial and residential gas equipment

  • @michaeldeboer5783
    @michaeldeboer5783 2 года назад

    Excellent. Very good easy to understand and grasp explanations.

  • @gnorrie3501
    @gnorrie3501 Год назад +1

    Excellent as always. Thanks

  • @jerryschneider145
    @jerryschneider145 3 года назад

    Hard starting issue: Recently bought a used Troy-Bilt 8hp Tecumseh snow blower. The people told me it was hard to start in cold weather. I took the carb apart and found the non-adjustable pilot jet was broken in two in the hole. I took an adjustable idle mixture screw off a parts carb and screwed it in the hole. It adjusted the idle perfectly and now it starts first pull in cold weather.

  • @williamblack7268
    @williamblack7268 2 года назад +1

    GREAT VIDEO VERY CLEAR AND PROFESSIONAL!

  • @douglasandrie9314
    @douglasandrie9314 2 года назад +1

    Nicely explained! Thanks!

  • @MrRWNTOOL
    @MrRWNTOOL 2 года назад +1

    this might solve my issue., thank you for this

  • @firkopersson
    @firkopersson 3 года назад +1

    Great video as always, inspired me to go and sort my lawn equipment carbs out!

  • @jess31558
    @jess31558 Год назад +1

    Good video.

  • @shadowghst7704
    @shadowghst7704 2 года назад +1

    What an awesome video! I subscribed! I have an 8HP Tecumseh HM80 with a Walbro LME49. This video showed me exactly what I needed to know. Thanks for the excellent info!

  • @MrMjn5000
    @MrMjn5000 2 года назад

    thanks for the excellent video

  • @lshtar777
    @lshtar777 3 месяца назад

    FOR THE NON-ADJUSTABLE CARBURETOR
    There is a "fixed" ring/washer/spacer at the bottom of the air mixture screw hole/slot that is removable by drilling a very small hole and then using a drywall screw do screw in and then pull out the "fixed" ring/washer/spacer... after removing the "fixed" washer, your carburetor is now adjustable.

  • @gerryrobinson5097
    @gerryrobinson5097 3 года назад +1

    Great in depth explanation as always. Keep up the good work

  • @tombeckett4340
    @tombeckett4340 2 года назад

    Thanks great job 🇨🇦👍

  • @JOEZEP54
    @JOEZEP54 2 года назад

    Very well explained. 👍👍
    Stay well, Joe Z