I’m only 14 and I started working on small engine equipment. I love to work on this kind of equipment and I always take care of my equipment doesn’t matter if it’s high or low to me
I've watched many many many tutorials. This one ranks beyond excellent. Every beat of this video was perfect. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Genuinely.
To answer your question about caring for my equipment. I try to keep my trimmers and mower in good condition and either run them a little all year or drain out the gas. My Murray riding mower lasted 20 years. My Craftsman trimmer is about 15 years old and still runs good. But the older I get the harder it is for me to use and take care of things. But I keep trying. Thanks for the videos..
I could absolutely do a better job at taking care of my machines. That's one reason why I've tuned in to this channel, honestly. Small engine maintenance doesn't seem so daunting anymore.
you are correct, it does require some drive to do it, but spending money and having someone else fix it is typically enough for most people to try and take better care of it.
@@HomeGaragechannel Just got my Stihl back from the shop and it still doesn't want to start easy. Looks like all they did was slap a new carb on it. They didn't even give it a clean before charging me $150 for the "service". You can bet that I'll be doing my own maintenance and repairs from now on!
I take good care of my machines. One thing you can do, and it is what I do with my 2-strokes, is run the machine monthly throughout the winter, and you shouldn't have issues come springtime. I use 100% gas with Amsoil Stabilizer and Amsoil Saber. So I don't worry about the fuel going bad over the winter.
I've had trimmers given to me that were 2 stroke, they work for a while. I've even took three and attempted to make one frankentrimmer put that was short lived. I just wear myself out trying to start it. I had a cordless on but burned it up on tough grass, so I bought a nearly $400 4 stroke Husqvarna and love it.
I mentioned on another video about a Homelite string trimmer my kid brought home that had a burned out cylinder... The shaft was used with an Echo GT1100 engine I had got when I purchased a bulk sale of old trimmers.. The engine bolted right on, the handle and trigger fit. Score! Just need to get an air filter and filter cover... A better machine all around! Good work on the old Stihl!
Quick question: where do you dispose of used oil? I feel like disposing of oil is the #1 reason 4 stroke small engines don't get sufficient maintenance.
As I've stated before, I work hard for my equipment so therefore I take very good care of my equipment. I do store them every winter indoors and with fuel. I store them with canned fuel and never had issues with them starting. My tractor and mower are store outside but they are kept in a shed and also with can fuel.
@@HomeGaragechannel I really like the VP fuel. I was using True-fuel but the VP is a little higher octane and I've noticed a big difference in performance I can't find it in 40:1 so I get it in 50:1 and add a little oil to get it to 40:1. The main reason I use canned is non ethanol is hard to find in my area. If I was able to get It would use it instead. Canned is super expensive. Do you like the degreaser your using now or Super clean? I think the yellow degreaser is awesome
@@garyalensrre you saying the yellow stuff is awesome like it really works good, or Awesome as in the brand LA Awesome all purpose cleaner that the cheap dollar stores sometimes carry?
Hey bro what's up? A simple yet effective video bro. I think that I should of been taking better care of my equipment a long time ago but without having proper access to the internet back then, I still did a reasonably good job taking care of my equipment.
Good work. People always take the easiest route. Maybe recommend at the end of the season, empty the tank and run it till it dies. Why: Because it’s easy.
Great video, I take care of my machines, you can leave fuel in your 2 cycle equipment even during storage if you're using ethanol free premix fuel in a can from the store which is what I use.
I got a km131r stihl for free with 4 attachments, and it sat outside for 3 years getting snowed and rained on. All I did was adjust the valves and it fired right up.
I have some really cheap machines and I treat them the same as my stihl. I take good care of my equipment, cheap or expensive I want them to last. Alway empty the fuel tanks. As I have the tank upside-down, I press the purge bulb until all fuel leaves the carb. So avoiding running the engines lean.
With the cost of these machines,I keep mine stored in the shop and always drain /run dry when over the winter time here in Florida. I do have high end Stihl commercial equipment so all the more reason to keep them in perfect working order. Buy once cry once, but the key is just keeping up with your equipment and it will last you a lifetime.
sure thing, take off the plug, and put a thimble of fuel into the engine and try staring it. If that doesn't work it could be flooded. Take the plug out and let it sit that way for a day, next day put the plug back in, use NO Choke, squeeze trigger and pull 7 times. see what happens. If it doesn't start then check the compression
i take care of my machines whether it,s 2 stroke aka 2 cycle or 4 stroke aka 4 cycle and i do regular checks per hour or so in between usage and a good cleaning in between use and they have never given me any issues etc.
I mean, you can definitely save a lot of frustration and issues by using non ethanol gasoline, and a good two stroke oil with a fuel stabilizer. Once i swapped to non ethanol gas. And (my choice) for oil i use is Opti 2, no issues at all. Awesome video IHG!
I have a tip that might help I rebuilt a carburetor on an FS 55 and the primer bulb was not pumping fuel when I had the return line off I put my finger over the return port on the carburetor and pumped it a few times and then it got gas in the primer bulb and after that and It still runs and cut like new today
After each and every use I always empty the tank, purge the carb, empty that drop out too then start the machine which usually only runs for a second or two then stalls. This simple routine has kept my machines running without problems season after season.
Great video and much appreciated. I am having a time with my FS-55R. Some days it starts up fine. One pull on full choke and then one or two pulls on no choke. Other times I pull until my shoulder is out of socket and it will not start. I replaced the spark arrestor and didn’t help any. Any ideas?
For your question,,, since the fuel is really poor n ethanol issues occured,,, always empty tanks and run dry before season storage and all is good now each new season !
The plastics are still surprisingly good given the condition that it was in. These homeowner grade Stihl's fall apart in the Australian climate, the plastics degrade and become flaky and brittle then you get white powdery stuff all over everything when you try to use it.
I’ve had a variety of machines, and I’ll say this: if you have a larger property(say 1/2 acre or more use a straight shaft with a clutch. What brand of fuel oil/ stabilizer do you recommend? Thanks
I run my equipment for several minutes, dump the fuel and add a slug of Stihl Moto Mix to the tank and let it idle until it runs out of gas, several minutes. I then put it in full choke and pull it until it will not attempt to start, again and store it in my shop, cutting head up.
I've had m fs46c for 6 years. I have taken very good care of it. It has always been a POS that never starts when I need it to. I've replaced the filters, bulbs, fuel line, exhaust screens, head, you name it. It is a POS.
My Story, 😁 My Stihl BG-65 Blower 20 Years old ( from 2003 ) Sitting for 1 year, 1 pop and no start,,, (sitting for a Year !!) Removed air Cleaner and Started right up and Sounds Brand New !!! Time for more Spare Parts ! Reference the Fuel is 93 oct NO ALCOHOL Race Gas in My Area !!! 😁😁😁Before the Covid Cootie a few years ago I Used (100 LL ) Aviation Fuel From the Local Airport !!! For about 7 Years !!! NO PROBLEMS AT ALL !!! All My Stihl Gear Sounded Turbocharged !!!
My stihl has spark weither the switch is on or off and I did a continuity test on the wires and switch and the wires and switch are both good it still has spark with the switchwires off the coil
I have a Fs 38 that had the same problem. It wouldn’t pump up gas, but I manually primed it And it runs and you can use it but the primer bulb still won’t pump up gas
I've used curved shaft trimmers before but i'd rather have a straight shaft. I love the echo SRM225. If possible i always try and save the original carburetor on anything i work on. I always try to take care of my equipment whether it be name brand or from a box store
You have repaired several different 2 stroke engines and most have the same style carburetor. But why does it take some 2 or 3 pulls to start and some 10 ?
After cleaning the carb, I have a new problem. The weed eater starts fine and runs fine, but with one exception. When I release the throttle it returns to idle position, but it doesn't fully idle down and the head continues to spin rapidly. Suggestions?
have you tried to lower the idle speed by turning the idle set screw? Also, did you remove or make any adjustments to the Fuel adjustments screws when cleaning the carb?
hey mate. I have got the fs 45c and I took the spark arrestor off to double check because was coming white smoke from the muffler and I realised there`s no screen at all on my spark arrestor, was pretty much just a bolt, is it right?
I currently have my Stihl FS45 running over the weekend (5 minutes or so) at full throttle every now and then, but now 2 days later it no longer works and it has already flooded twice, maybe this will work but i also adjusted it then because it stuttered at full throttle, it still ran normally afterwards, but could I have done something that is causing it to have difficulty starting up now?
@@HomeGaragechannel I opened it yesterday evening, but the membrane with the metal circle and 5 small circles inside was not flexible and was still quite thick, so I should look at work for another caberateur or just buy a new membrane?
I agree 100% about battery powered equipment. I will not buy any of these. I use batter powered drills and impacts ( DeWalt) but their batteries are cheap and available. Some batteries for powered equipment cost almost as much as the unit, itself.
The problem with 2-Stroke Engines is that the Gasoline evaporates with the time and the mixed in engine oil does not ignite alone so that you barely are able to start it after several weeks. 4-Stroke Engines do not have THIS Problem.
@@HomeGaragechannel I had this problem more than once with a 2-stroke scooter and a 2-stroke generator. Your tip with letting the carburator getting empty is very useful for such devices.
I've never had that problem. I don't like to mix large quantities (for a residential user) of 1 or more gallons at a time so I purchased a Stihl 1 liter gas can that has the mixture markings on it. Yes you have to mix more often but it keeps the amount of mixed fuel sitting around way down. I also try to only purchase enough Premium Non E fuel to last me for a season. I keep it unmixed, in a black gas can, inside the garage, in a cooler dark space. When you introduce heat or light to gas over time it tends to degrade it.
@@peskypeet This is not a problem in a proper Gas Can (usually 5l here in Germany) but of the carburetor which evaporates the gasoline slowly over the intake filter. My scooter is a "self-mixer" and has that problem, too. My Gasoline Trimmer has a 4-Stroke Engine with no such problems. But avoiding Ethanole "enriched" gasoline helps against micro bioticals which live in the water-part of the Ethanol. At Diesel this is known as "Dieselpest" which cloggs fuel filters and injectors.
the FS38 is an entry level trimmer that's built overseas. Nothing wrong with entry level but when you buy a Stihl you don't expect it to be built overseas. It also seems to be underpowered, and not as reliable as the other models.
If you’ve used a straight shaft and curb shaft feels like a toy. Worst thing about them is they rotate the opposite direction. I wander if left handed people prefer curb shaft🤷♂️
I sell used equipment and parts on eBay Stihl husky and ech are the only 3i fool with besides dolmar/makita on rare occasions. I’ve come to believe the homeowner grade stihl is superior Pro grade husky is closer in quality surpasses In performance -but they fail on sheer volume. Less pro dealer suppourt. Echo is solid Japan made units are top notch. Stihl is becoming questionable on some models like the bushing -for rod bearings in the blowers and 4mix engines. Junk….
Dumb question I know you mentioned to empty out the gas and run it for a minute to make sure it’s all out when storing for longer periods of time but wondering if not having any liquid around Parts would also cause it to dry up get brittle and break overtime? I don’t know what the solution for that would be. Also wonder since everything is made of crap these days due to supply chain or the price of everything going up and companies not wanting to use material that cost more or/and regulations on certain chemicals (just thinking of all the comments I read after the train derailment in Ohio and the chemicals it was transporting comments like why do we even need that stuff. People don’t get how the world works like let’s get rid of oil and then discovering EVERYTHING uses oil. I digress) or materials to also be higher in price but wondering if you’ve noticed even new machines and their components breaking down faster or not even new new ones but let’s say past ten years or so? I don’t know if that made any sense but just wondering. I mean just look at Boeing and the parts flying off, they say due to fake Metal I forget what kind of metal it was? carbon? I don’t know anyways. And also fact DEI hires.
I have a stihl km55r that has spark on the plug witĥ the switçh on or off tĥe switch is tested and fine the wires were tested ìt has spark all the time even with the wirès off the coil but stil L wont start thanks fòr your ĥelp
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I’m only 14 and I started working on small engine equipment. I love to work on this kind of equipment and I always take care of my equipment doesn’t matter if it’s high or low to me
I like the way you think!
Just orded a carb (not a branded) for my Stihl FS 46 that was a barn find that the owner gave me for free =)
Thanks for the vid, keep em coming =)
no problem and thank you too
I've watched many many many tutorials. This one ranks beyond excellent. Every beat of this video was perfect.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Genuinely.
thank you MrRando, I appreciate that a lot
To answer your question about caring for my equipment. I try to keep my trimmers and mower in good condition and either run them a little all year or drain out the gas. My Murray riding mower lasted 20 years. My Craftsman trimmer is about 15 years old and still runs good. But the older I get the harder it is for me to use and take care of things. But I keep trying. Thanks for the videos..
you and me both , time is winning against me.
I could absolutely do a better job at taking care of my machines. That's one reason why I've tuned in to this channel, honestly. Small engine maintenance doesn't seem so daunting anymore.
you are correct, it does require some drive to do it, but spending money and having someone else fix it is typically enough for most people to try and take better care of it.
@@HomeGaragechannel Just got my Stihl back from the shop and it still doesn't want to start easy. Looks like all they did was slap a new carb on it. They didn't even give it a clean before charging me $150 for the "service". You can bet that I'll be doing my own maintenance and repairs from now on!
Glad to see another one brought back to life👍
Take care if your stuff and it'll take care of you.
you are correct!
I take good care of my machines. One thing you can do, and it is what I do with my 2-strokes, is run the machine monthly throughout the winter, and you shouldn't have issues come springtime. I use 100% gas with Amsoil Stabilizer and Amsoil Saber. So I don't worry about the fuel going bad over the winter.
yes you are correct about the monthly running.
I've had trimmers given to me that were 2 stroke, they work for a while. I've even took three and attempted to make one frankentrimmer put that was short lived. I just wear myself out trying to start it. I had a cordless on but burned it up on tough grass, so I bought a nearly $400 4 stroke Husqvarna and love it.
nice choice
You should discuss fogging the engines at the end of each season, a *must* here in Alaska for equipment that is stored over the winters.
you make a good point and yes that would be a great idea.
Wait…. What does fogging the engine mean? 😅
I mentioned on another video about a Homelite string trimmer my kid brought home that had a burned out cylinder... The shaft was used with an Echo GT1100 engine I had got when I purchased a bulk sale of old trimmers..
The engine bolted right on, the handle and trigger fit.
Score! Just need to get an air filter and filter cover...
A better machine all around!
Good work on the old Stihl!
thanks for sharing too !
@@HomeGaragechannel Welcome! These little engines are so much fun to work on..
I think so too.
Quick question: where do you dispose of used oil? I feel like disposing of oil is the #1 reason 4 stroke small engines don't get sufficient maintenance.
Into the 4 stroke? That's how you can use it
You should be able to take it to any local fire station for disposal. Also, a lot of auto shops and some service stations will dispose of it for you.
there are several recycling centers close to me, and most autoparts stores will take discarded oil.
As Aircraft mechanic by trade i am use to reading manuals and working on things and the golden rule is if you take care of it, I'll take care of you
very true, and always check that you're looking at the most current revision. thank you!
As I've stated before, I work hard for my equipment so therefore I take very good care of my equipment. I do store them every winter indoors and with fuel. I store them with canned fuel and never had issues with them starting. My tractor and mower are store outside but they are kept in a shed and also with can fuel.
I'm on the fence about canned fuel. I like everything they say, but it's execution is a bit off.
@@HomeGaragechannel I really like the VP fuel. I was using True-fuel but the VP is a little higher octane and I've noticed a big difference in performance I can't find it in 40:1 so I get it in 50:1 and add a little oil to get it to 40:1. The main reason I use canned is non ethanol is hard to find in my area. If I was able to get It would use it instead. Canned is super expensive. Do you like the degreaser your using now or Super clean? I think the yellow degreaser is awesome
@@garyalensrre you saying the yellow stuff is awesome like it really works good, or Awesome as in the brand LA Awesome all purpose cleaner that the cheap dollar stores sometimes carry?
@@peskypeet No I'm referring to the yellow degreaser from Harbor freight, it comes in a one gallon jug. And yes I mean it really works good
It’s amazing what a metering diaphragm can do.😊
He will think he has a new machine, after you cleaned it, he’ll keep it a bit better I hope.😊
I would hope so!
@@HomeGaragechannel I don’t mind keeping my FS85 on the shelf, I just pull out on of the FS38 or FS45 for those quick and easy jobs.
How did you learn all this stuff? So cool. Thank you you teaching others 🙏🏼😊
by watching videos
@@HomeGaragechannel i want your support I am also a service provider in Nigeria but I lack support
Another easy fix and great video. Keep up the great content
Thanks, will do!
Hey bro what's up? A simple yet effective video bro. I think that I should of been taking better care of my equipment a long time ago but without having proper access to the internet back then, I still did a reasonably good job taking care of my equipment.
I hear that, I've had to learn the hard way, a long time ago.
@@HomeGaragechannel we all have to learn in some way or the other.
Good work. People always take the easiest route. Maybe recommend at the end of the season, empty the tank and run it till it dies. Why: Because it’s easy.
you're right about that, most are just happy that they don't have to mow anymore
Great video, I take care of my machines, you can leave fuel in your 2 cycle equipment even during storage if you're using ethanol free premix fuel in a can from the store which is what I use.
yes you are correct
Nice Video
I am Looking forward to trying out that degreaser !
you won't be disappointed!
I got a km131r stihl for free with 4 attachments, and it sat outside for 3 years getting snowed and rained on. All I did was adjust the valves and it fired right up.
nice work!
I have some really cheap machines and I treat them the same as my stihl. I take good care of my equipment, cheap or expensive I want them to last.
Alway empty the fuel tanks. As I have the tank upside-down, I press the purge bulb until all fuel leaves the carb. So avoiding running the engines lean.
very nice! you're doing a great job.
What ratio do you use of degreaser to water ?
Love your videos. Thanks
no water, full concentration
With the cost of these machines,I keep mine stored in the shop and always drain /run dry when over the winter time here in Florida. I do have high end Stihl commercial equipment so all the more reason to keep them in perfect working order. Buy once cry once, but the key is just keeping up with your equipment and it will last you a lifetime.
well said and you're doing a great job maintaining them.
Ive used both straight and bend shafts I prefer straight shafts
I think most would agree with you
Great video. I have the same brand , same issue. Installed new carb won’t start. I have spark but not sure if it’s getting fuel to cylinder.
sure thing, take off the plug, and put a thimble of fuel into the engine and try staring it. If that doesn't work it could be flooded. Take the plug out and let it sit that way for a day, next day put the plug back in, use NO Choke, squeeze trigger and pull 7 times. see what happens. If it doesn't start then check the compression
i take care of my machines whether it,s 2 stroke aka 2 cycle or 4 stroke aka 4 cycle and i do regular checks per hour or so in between usage and a good cleaning in between use and they have never given me any issues etc.
I know you take pride in what you do, so I'd expect nothing less from you!
@@HomeGaragechannel yep too right mate.
I mean, you can definitely save a lot of frustration and issues by using non ethanol gasoline, and a good two stroke oil with a fuel stabilizer. Once i swapped to non ethanol gas. And (my choice) for oil i use is Opti 2, no issues at all. Awesome video IHG!
yes agreed and thank you !
I have a tip that might help I rebuilt a carburetor on an FS 55 and the primer bulb was not pumping fuel when I had the return line off I put my finger over the return port on the carburetor and pumped it a few times and then it got gas in the primer bulb and after that and It still runs and cut like new today
nice work
After each and every use I always empty the tank, purge the carb, empty that drop out too then start the machine which usually only runs for a second or two then stalls. This simple routine has kept my machines running without problems season after season.
Thanks for sharing
Great video and much appreciated. I am having a time with my FS-55R. Some days it starts up fine. One pull on full choke and then one or two pulls on no choke. Other times I pull until my shoulder is out of socket and it will not start. I replaced the spark arrestor and didn’t help any. Any ideas?
Have you checked the metering diaphragm to make sure it isn't going bad?
sure replace the carb, but I would also follow the starting instruction according to the manual
i have a question my adjustment screws are not doing anything and the primer bulb wont fill up all the way and no nothing is clogged
the bulb doesn't have to fill completely, partial is fine.
For your question,,, since the fuel is really poor n ethanol issues occured,,, always empty tanks and run dry before season storage and all is good now each new season !
that's the best idea.
The plastics are still surprisingly good given the condition that it was in. These homeowner grade Stihl's fall apart in the Australian climate, the plastics degrade and become flaky and brittle then you get white powdery stuff all over everything when you try to use it.
wow I didn't know that, is it from sun exposure?
@@HomeGaragechannel yep, it's really bad in Australia.
Nice fix. Don’t you hate it when the model-SN are rubbed off? Always appreciate the quality of your videography.
I know right! so irritating and thank you for the compliment
What was the mixture you put the old diaphragm in
it's DOT 3 brake fluid
May i ask what's that cleaner you always use on this stuff? Seems to do a great job.
sure, it's the degreaser from Harbor Freight
I’ve had a variety of machines, and I’ll say this: if you have a larger property(say 1/2 acre or more use a straight shaft with a clutch.
What brand of fuel oil/ stabilizer do you recommend? Thanks
good advice and I use Sta-Bil,
Also what 2 stroke oil do you use?
Is the degreaser in the description what you used to clean it? The whopper snipper looks like new !
yes it is
I run my equipment for several minutes, dump the fuel and add a slug of Stihl Moto Mix to the tank and let it idle until it runs out of gas, several minutes. I then put it in full choke and pull it until it will not attempt to start, again and store it in my shop, cutting head up.
nice method!
What's that rejuvenation bath made of?
it's DOT 3 brake fluid
You can rinse it with water?(after spraying cleaner). I always freak when I accidentally left out in the misty fog
it can handle it.
@@HomeGaragechannel good to know. Thank you
I've had m fs46c for 6 years. I have taken very good care of it. It has always been a POS that never starts when I need it to. I've replaced the filters, bulbs, fuel line, exhaust screens, head, you name it. It is a POS.
sorry to hear that
What solution do you use to try and rejuvenate the diaphragm. Thank you.
No problem I use Dot 3 Brake fluid
I like the FS 38 and the other models like it. I like curved shafts I think they feel pretty comfortable, but I am also not too tall
I hear that too, some just like the curve shaft.
My Story, 😁 My Stihl BG-65 Blower 20 Years old ( from 2003 ) Sitting for 1 year, 1 pop and no start,,, (sitting for a Year !!) Removed air Cleaner and Started right up and Sounds Brand New !!! Time for more Spare Parts ! Reference the Fuel is 93 oct NO ALCOHOL Race Gas in My Area !!! 😁😁😁Before the Covid Cootie a few years ago I Used (100 LL ) Aviation Fuel From the Local Airport !!! For about 7 Years !!! NO PROBLEMS AT ALL !!! All My Stihl Gear Sounded Turbocharged !!!
very nice!
My stihl has spark weither the switch is on or off and I did a continuity test on the wires and switch and the wires and switch are both good it still has spark with the switchwires off the coil
What’s in that rejuvenation bath you places old diaphragm in? Oil?
I use brake fluid
Are alll diaphragms on carbs besides being long or short shaft the same for all carbs or different brands require different diaphragms ?
no unfortunately they are sometimes different with extra holes for bolts, or air passages.
I usually forget to dump the gas but I get cardio trying to start it and elevated heart rate from aggravation it's like a good workout.
LOL!!
I have a Fs 38 that had the same problem. It wouldn’t pump up gas, but I manually primed it And it runs and you can use it but the primer bulb still won’t pump up gas
interesting, it would seem the return line or the check valve in the carb might be blocked
@@HomeGaragechannel ok thanks
What water mixture are you using with that cleaner?
no water, full concentration
I've used curved shaft trimmers before but i'd rather have a straight shaft. I love the echo SRM225. If possible i always try and save the original carburetor on anything i work on. I always try to take care of my equipment whether it be name brand or from a box store
yes I save all the carbs, I take off engines
passive aggressive end :D.
Love your vids!
Glad you like them!
You have repaired several different 2 stroke engines and most have the same style carburetor. But why does it take some 2 or 3 pulls to start and some 10 ?
not sure
What chemicals do you use to rejuvinate the metering diaphragm?
I use brake fluid
After cleaning the carb, I have a new problem. The weed eater starts fine and runs fine, but with one exception. When I release the throttle it returns to idle position, but it doesn't fully idle down and the head continues to spin rapidly. Suggestions?
have you tried to lower the idle speed by turning the idle set screw? Also, did you remove or make any adjustments to the Fuel adjustments screws when cleaning the carb?
@@HomeGaragechannel I didn't make any adjustments, and of the 3 screws there, I don't know which screw does what.
I would recommend getting a new carb. They are still very affordable and it'll keep you from having to mess with it more.
What was the cleaner stuff
it's the degreaser from Harbor Freight
hey mate. I have got the fs 45c and I took the spark arrestor off to double check because was coming white smoke from the muffler and I realised there`s no screen at all on my spark arrestor, was pretty much just a bolt, is it right?
did you unscrew the bolt? The screen is at the other end of the bolt.
For me FS38 work for lust 15 + years and no problem.
very nice, thank you for vouching for them
@@HomeGaragechannelall my stuff is stihl, son likes husqvarna products
great machines
Always a tradeoff with everything. Blessings
yes Sir
@@HomeGaragechannel Happy Weekend!
What is the rejuvenating solution for diaphragm?
it's DOT 3 brake fluid
Cool video and nice work man!
Thanks for the visit
I currently have my Stihl FS45 running over the weekend (5 minutes or so) at full throttle every now and then, but now 2 days later it no longer works and it has already flooded twice, maybe this will work but i also adjusted it then because it stuttered at full throttle, it still ran normally afterwards, but could I have done something that is causing it to have difficulty starting up now?
did you replace the metering diaphragm? If not, even with it "mostly" flexible and could be causing your issues
@@HomeGaragechannel I opened it yesterday evening, but the membrane with the metal circle and 5 small circles inside was not flexible and was still quite thick, so I should look at work for another caberateur or just buy a new membrane?
I take really good care of my equipment. 👍🙏👍🙏
nice to know
Damn brother you made her look new
thanks I tried
Dumb question do you use a mix gas or just gas?
mix for 2 stroke, just gas for my 4 cycle
I agree 100% about battery powered equipment. I will not buy any of these. I use batter powered drills and impacts ( DeWalt) but their batteries are cheap and available. Some batteries for powered equipment cost almost as much as the unit, itself.
yes for what you get their run times, battery might not be the right tool for you. I know it's not my preference at all either.
how old is that gas that youre using?
the gasoline is 1 month old, and mixed with 2 stroke the day before.
@@HomeGaragechannel thanks!
The problem with 2-Stroke Engines is that the Gasoline evaporates with the time and the mixed in engine oil does not ignite alone so that you barely are able to start it after several weeks. 4-Stroke Engines do not have THIS Problem.
interesting idea.
@@HomeGaragechannel I had this problem more than once with a 2-stroke scooter and a 2-stroke generator. Your tip with letting the carburator getting empty is very useful for such devices.
I've never had that problem. I don't like to mix large quantities (for a residential user) of 1 or more gallons at a time so I purchased a Stihl 1 liter gas can that has the mixture markings on it. Yes you have to mix more often but it keeps the amount of mixed fuel sitting around way down.
I also try to only purchase enough Premium Non E fuel to last me for a season. I keep it unmixed, in a black gas can, inside the garage, in a cooler dark space. When you introduce heat or light to gas over time it tends to degrade it.
@@peskypeet This is not a problem in a proper Gas Can (usually 5l here in Germany) but of the carburetor which evaporates the gasoline slowly over the intake filter. My scooter is a "self-mixer" and has that problem, too. My Gasoline Trimmer has a 4-Stroke Engine with no such problems. But avoiding Ethanole "enriched" gasoline helps against micro bioticals which live in the water-part of the Ethanol. At Diesel this is known as "Dieselpest" which cloggs fuel filters and injectors.
What is wrong with the fs 38 trimmer you made a comment that it was not a very good trimmer I just bought one what is wrong with them
the FS38 is an entry level trimmer that's built overseas. Nothing wrong with entry level but when you buy a Stihl you don't expect it to be built overseas. It also seems to be underpowered, and not as reliable as the other models.
Well if you take care of it it should last you for several years right
@@HomeGaragechannel is there something wrong with it being built overseas I'm just trying to figure out if I wasted my money or not
@@NickJames-f2qshould have saved your money and bought a Troy built
Same thing
@@philliphall5198if it is the same thing why do I need a Troy-Bilt
What state are you in?
what state are you in?
@@HomeGaragechannel California. Northern California on the coast
My machine look and run the same as they did the day I bought them.
nice work!
If you’ve used a straight shaft and curb shaft feels like a toy. Worst thing about them is they rotate the opposite direction. I wander if left handed people prefer curb shaft🤷♂️
I like this comment
Cool video
thank you
lol sounds like my parents “ tv on 24/7” well almost on that much.
probably
The one thing a curve shaft weed eater does not have a grease fitting for the gear head 😮
I'm pretty sure none of the new ones do, straight or curved, Stihl or Echo.
@@robertbaysinger1309 that is the truth about that matter because I have a curve shaft echo gt 225 weed eater
true
@@HomeGaragechannel the question of the day is how you do grease it this would be a great video on to do that
I sell used equipment and parts on eBay
Stihl husky and ech are the only 3i fool with besides dolmar/makita on rare occasions.
I’ve come to believe the homeowner grade stihl is superior
Pro grade husky is closer in quality surpasses In performance -but they fail on sheer volume. Less pro dealer suppourt.
Echo is solid Japan made units are top notch.
Stihl is becoming questionable on some models like the bushing -for rod bearings in the blowers and 4mix engines. Junk….
I really do appreciate your insight on the market.
This is why people are ditching gas string trimmers
I can agree with this statement
Dumb question I know you mentioned to empty out the gas and run it for a minute to make sure it’s all out when storing for longer periods of time but wondering if not having any liquid around Parts would also cause it to dry up get brittle and break overtime? I don’t know what the solution for that would be. Also wonder since everything is made of crap these days due to supply chain or the price of everything going up and companies not wanting to use material that cost more or/and regulations on certain chemicals (just thinking of all the comments I read after the train derailment in Ohio and the chemicals it was transporting comments like why do we even need that stuff. People don’t get how the world works like let’s get rid of oil and then discovering EVERYTHING uses oil. I digress) or materials to also be higher in price but wondering if you’ve noticed even new machines and their components breaking down faster or not even new new ones but let’s say past ten years or so? I don’t know if that made any sense but just wondering. I mean just look at Boeing and the parts flying off, they say due to fake Metal I forget what kind of metal it was? carbon? I don’t know anyways. And also fact DEI hires.
it's a risk I don't mind taking, besides, it's only a couple of months, not years
@@HomeGaragechannel true
The coils are weak spark and don’t last very long eather 😢😢😢
Junk
thank you for sharing that
Not worth repairing these crummy cheap units.
you got a point
Very good video and helpful,thank you very much!!!!
Glad it was helpful!
I have a stihl km55r that has spark on the plug witĥ the switçh on or off tĥe switch is tested and fine the wires were tested ìt has spark all the time even with the wirès off the coil but stil
L wont start thanks fòr your ĥelp
sure, the ground wire to the ignition coil, or a butt connector might be disconnected. That would make the on/off switch useless and always have spark