Great video as always 👍 - can highly recommend the Stihl MotoMix fuel for this saw - and a new fuel filter yearly - guaranteed no fuel related issues for years
I really enjoy getting things working. I have a TV in bits at the moment. Your videos really help. One thing I have to say is small engine carburettors fill me with dread. I whimp out and buy the whole thing
Yes i fix two strokes on a daily basis and Aspen is the better choice with less fumes, and smell. Its a pain if you choose the wrong petrol, wrong oil ratio and or two stroke oil which some people arnt aware off. Also it might be a small engine but you wouldnt believe how many problems they can create Great video as always 👍.
The one that serviced my chainsaw told me all petrol machines need to run until petrol runs out so that the seals don't degrade as fast as with petrol still present.
Ecco shoes had that perishable sole problem some years ago. One of my pairs suffered the exact same fate. Exactly as you say, from not being worn and lying on the shelf. I barely ever used that pair and there are no problems with any other ones.
Interesting, I have a 181 (US) and my carb and air filter setup is completely different. I can confirm though that when it comes to these small engines, the non ethanol fuel is absolutely worth keeping in them. For me it is less important in my smaller saws because I use them more, but my larger ones get the good stuff because I only use them a few times a year and when I need them, I need them.
Hi Dean, use Aspen2 fuel and you won't have any starting issues and you can leave the tank full, I use it all the time. I've got the same as you and it's a great saw
When they changed pump fuel to E10 I went to E5 (super unleaded). I have my fathers MS170, it had been running badly for years, Tillotson are able to supply replacement carbs. I've seen boot soles go like that before, it appears they do indeed have a shelf life!
I switched when filling up my car and found that the extra mpg I could get out of super unleaded opposed to E10 actually more than cancelled out the higher price of the super unleaded. I figured for my car, it actually reduced my annual petrol bill by about 15% by switching from E10 to super unleaded. Yes, when I fill up the tank on my car with super unleaded, it costs more than to fill that same tank with E10 but I don't have to go fill up the tank as often. So over the year I actually save about three tank fulls of petrol by using super unleaded and getting that better mpg despite only driving about 5000 miles per year. Plus super unleaded is better for the engine than E10. So it's a no brainer.
About your boots - looks to me like this is dual-density polyureathane sole, and what caused that is a polyurethane hydrolysis - basically water or moisture wicked away softeners from the PU. You can prolong the life your your soles by wearing them more often, or when storing them in a box, throw in some silica gel bags. Either way - 10 years out of boots with PU sole is about the estimated lifespan of them.
all those knobs collecting and buying old trainers are going to hit disaster when one day they open the box to that, it's happened to my expensive snowboard boots, when i was pulling them apart he thought it was a joke and that it was really a cake.
Stihl are the same as hilti, quality down and prices up. Got a brand new ms880 that seized while slabbing and wouldn’t honer the warranty as they said I put bad fuel in it but it was fresh with recommended oil. Wanted an insane amount of money to fix so did it myself, finding genuine parts online is the hard part
I also bought a brand new stihl, the build quality look so bad. Moulding leftovers everywhere, if I didnt buy it from a stihl store I would belive its fake honestly its so bad
Good to see it running so easily. When you were running it near the door, I expected to see bar oil being pumped onto the chain and flung onto the white door. However, I could not see any telltale oil mark there. Is the saw oiling the chain? Thanks for the video. Cheers, EJ
This 181 has an easy start. You don't have to pull them hard or fast. When you pull it out so far, you are priming a second coil that spins faster to start the engine.
Just out of interest, would you have considered replacing the chainsaw with a cordless if you hadn't been able to fix yours? Or would you stick with petrol? I have an 18v Ryobi which probably gets as much use as your Stihl and it's so much easier than petrol, lighter, instant start, no smell... since I bought mine, the petrol chainsaw hasn't been used once I must say. Just something to think about when/if the time comes maybe?
i would be sticking to the petrol engine myself, some tools are simple better with am engine. But i can see why a cordless one would be better, A lot quieter would be the main selling point for me. But a cordless saw is simply not going to last for 10 years like a petrol
I have one just like that. The “C” model is supposed to be easier to start. The repairman said “yeah I wish they would never made that model, they are real hard to start.”
Those boots are designed to deteriorate. The material they used for the sole degrades if not used, of course there are materials that do not degrade so easily, but if they used such materials you wouldn't be in the market for a new pair. I have cheap boots that are over 20 years old and sat unused for over a decade, still good as new. Do not buy oregon boots.
Great video as always 👍 - can highly recommend the Stihl MotoMix fuel for this saw - and a new fuel filter yearly - guaranteed no fuel related issues for years
Hell ya. More small engines would be cool to see
I think he said his neighbor has a small-engine repair shop and he doesn't want to get in his business.
Small engine videos are absolutely welcome Dean, the odd consaw would be a joy to watch
I really enjoy getting things working. I have a TV in bits at the moment. Your videos really help.
One thing I have to say is small engine carburettors fill me with dread. I whimp out and buy the whole thing
thats what i did the last time
@@deandohertygreaser that makes me feel better 😁
This is what I do for a living, small engine repair. I run a one person shop. Well done.
Yes i fix two strokes on a daily basis and Aspen is the better choice with less fumes, and smell.
Its a pain if you choose the wrong petrol, wrong oil ratio and or two stroke oil which some people arnt aware off.
Also it might be a small engine but you wouldnt believe how many problems they can create
Great video as always 👍.
I run the Stihl Motomix in my Chainsaws. Never had a problem with them starting even when sitting on the shelve for more than a year
Хорошо когда руки из нужного места растут, спасибо вам Дэн!
always great content as usual always something new to learn looking forward to the next video drop
The one that serviced my chainsaw told me all petrol machines need to run until petrol runs out so that the seals don't degrade as fast as with petrol still present.
Yes, or dump out the petrol and put in some aspen fuel, and run some through it before storing
Hi Dean I bet it was a nice change to work on your own tools and great to see a petrol tool being serviced
These are a great chainsaw and so easy to repair when they break.
Well done Dean Thanks
Ecco shoes had that perishable sole problem some years ago. One of my pairs suffered the exact same fate. Exactly as you say, from not being worn and lying on the shelf. I barely ever used that pair and there are no problems with any other ones.
Won’t be a tree safe in Donegal now 😂😂 Great to hear the next generation were supervising the job 👏🏻👏🏻
Interesting, I have a 181 (US) and my carb and air filter setup is completely different. I can confirm though that when it comes to these small engines, the non ethanol fuel is absolutely worth keeping in them. For me it is less important in my smaller saws because I use them more, but my larger ones get the good stuff because I only use them a few times a year and when I need them, I need them.
Enjoying these home workshop videos 👍
Hello dean Doherty aspen fuel mixture is supposedly the best fuels for two stroke and four stroke machinery love the vids keep em coming
Hi Dean, use Aspen2 fuel and you won't have any starting issues and you can leave the tank full, I use it all the time. I've got the same as you and it's a great saw
When they changed pump fuel to E10 I went to E5 (super unleaded). I have my fathers MS170, it had been running badly for years, Tillotson are able to supply replacement carbs. I've seen boot soles go like that before, it appears they do indeed have a shelf life!
I switched when filling up my car and found that the extra mpg I could get out of super unleaded opposed to E10 actually more than cancelled out the higher price of the super unleaded.
I figured for my car, it actually reduced my annual petrol bill by about 15% by switching from E10 to super unleaded.
Yes, when I fill up the tank on my car with super unleaded, it costs more than to fill that same tank with E10 but I don't have to go fill up the tank as often. So over the year I actually save about three tank fulls of petrol by using super unleaded and getting that better mpg despite only driving about 5000 miles per year.
Plus super unleaded is better for the engine than E10. So it's a no brainer.
For the occasional chainsaw use. Aspen sell a good mix in a can with no ethanol. Costly but fine.
That's what I use. Always store the blower and strimmer with aspen.
If you ever need small holes in gaskets, a belt hole punch will work.
About your boots - looks to me like this is dual-density polyureathane sole, and what caused that is a polyurethane hydrolysis - basically water or moisture wicked away softeners from the PU. You can prolong the life your your soles by wearing them more often, or when storing them in a box, throw in some silica gel bags. Either way - 10 years out of boots with PU sole is about the estimated lifespan of them.
The whole piston and barrel assembly are available off eBay for 35 quid, a good cheap fix for one that's completely done in....
Thanks Dean!!!!
all those knobs collecting and buying old trainers are going to hit disaster when one day they open the box to that, it's happened to my expensive snowboard boots, when i was pulling them apart he thought it was a joke and that it was really a cake.
You are good, thnx for sharing
Nice use if the engineers pencil to punch that hole in the diaphram, good video maybe get a boot rebuild kit ?
Think the boots are done
Stihl are the same as hilti, quality down and prices up. Got a brand new ms880 that seized while slabbing and wouldn’t honer the warranty as they said I put bad fuel in it but it was fresh with recommended oil. Wanted an insane amount of money to fix so did it myself, finding genuine parts online is the hard part
I also bought a brand new stihl, the build quality look so bad. Moulding leftovers everywhere, if I didnt buy it from a stihl store I would belive its fake honestly its so bad
Good job that old pallet didn't have a load of test nails fired into it!
Love the carb rebuild, did u put the bar on upside down or does it make any difference
Old petrol, the carburetor killers! Nice fix though
Another good one
L &S engineers in the UK are great for saw parts
Good to see it running so easily. When you were running it near the door, I expected to see bar oil being pumped onto the chain and flung onto the white door. However, I could not see any telltale oil mark there. Is the saw oiling the chain?
Thanks for the video.
Cheers,
EJ
Yes, plenty of oil coming through.
Sounds like its lean on the jets, careful that can kill the piston
Dean you can get your boots re soled from the cobbler. Hope you haven’t thrown them away.
was thinking that myself. must look to see if there is anyone local who can do it.
I use 3D printer jet cleaners to clean out pilot jets in motorcycles. They are extremely small.
If you have more small engines repair can you make a video on it
Just needed a new set of brushes
I noticed the pull stater does not engage as soon as you pull the handle is this normal as most chain saws engage straight away worth the check
This 181 has an easy start. You don't have to pull them hard or fast. When you pull it out so far, you are priming a second coil that spins faster to start the engine.
Just out of interest, would you have considered replacing the chainsaw with a cordless if you hadn't been able to fix yours? Or would you stick with petrol?
I have an 18v Ryobi which probably gets as much use as your Stihl and it's so much easier than petrol, lighter, instant start, no smell... since I bought mine, the petrol chainsaw hasn't been used once I must say.
Just something to think about when/if the time comes maybe?
i would be sticking to the petrol engine myself, some tools are simple better with am engine. But i can see why a cordless one would be better, A lot quieter would be the main selling point for me.
But a cordless saw is simply not going to last for 10 years like a petrol
Hi Dean
Unsure if this is allowed but do you have any brushes is stock for the old dewalt DC987 drill
Thanks in advance
I have one just like that. The “C” model is supposed to be easier to start. The repairman said “yeah I wish they would never made that model, they are real hard to start.”
Why not an electric saw?
get the boots resoled. They look to be in great shape otherwise.
Why did you not use an axe to remove the roots from the ground.
This guy can fix everything. Do you work on your car too mate?
I drive a Toyota, so I don't have to work on it 😄
@@deandohertygreaser lol
Do you guys have NON ethanol? Or only LOW ethanol?
In fuel pumps for cars, only 5% and 10% ethanol. Haven’t had zero ethanol for years.
The first combustion repair I've seen. One pneumatic as well. I wish you would do more of both, especially pneumatic.
Some guys just take em apart and put them in there ultra sonic
Mate do you also fix relationships I mean is there anything you don't fix
Take your boots to a cobbler if they are decent boots
Dean definitely want see you fix more small engines great video mate
Have not seen you do many gas tools, I like it
3:09 what kind of ratchet was that?
Teng Tools 1400FRP 1/4" Drive FRP Ratchet 45T
@rvrt1829 wow, whats it compared to? I haven't heard of it
This is why I have battery powered chain saw. I just need it to cut limbs and small trees. I don’t make a living with it. Small engines are a pain.
I agree, they are a lot handier and lighter, and much easier to use.
But a battery chainsaw will never last 10 years.
E10 . 10% less petrol.
Aspen 2 takt benzine twee jaar in de kettingzaag en start bijna gelijk en ik ben geen fan van de easystart
Thought you’d own a battery powered chainsaw.
I still can't get over why you call a Stihl (pronounced: 'shteel') a "stall" :)
Those boots are designed to deteriorate. The material they used for the sole degrades if not used, of course there are materials that do not degrade so easily, but if they used such materials you wouldn't be in the market for a new pair. I have cheap boots that are over 20 years old and sat unused for over a decade, still good as new. Do not buy oregon boots.
I won't be buying them again 👍
show
its pronounced "shteel" ;P
Less hand motions. More fiximg
Do a face cam when fix tools
just call it "shteel"
1 minuet in and ill tell you whats wrong with it..... needs gas
35 minutes of talking and 4 of fixing