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Thanks Steve, you solved my fs28 problem in one minute. I might be using a touch too much lube. I'll clean the screen one day and put it back on but for now it's super loud 😂
You are a super nice guy. A lot of repair men would keep everything a secret so they could charge for every little fix. I hope God blesses your business for your kindness.
Just purchased a Stihl HS56 at a pawn shop today. The sales person told me that he thought there was a "problem with the gearbox." "The engine runs but the blades don't move." He gave me a discount off the listed price. Well the engine would idle and wee bit more but would bog down and stall after if I didn't let up on the throttle trigger. I cleaned the air filter and fuel filters but had the same issue. The fuel was clean with no sediment in the tank. I then ran across this video, while I was considering a carburetor rebuild, and sure enough the spark arresting screen was obstructed. I used a propane torch and a compressed air line to burn off the material as you suggested. Works 100% now. Literally took me longer to walk to the garage to get the propane torch then the time it took to fix it. Thanks for the tip!
Hey Steve, I have been fussing with hedger for over a month, took apart the carburetor, ordered another carburetor which it ran better but wouldn't rev! Took out the spark arrester and it was totally clogged. Torched it and blew with compressed air and now works perfect!! Thanks for taking the time to make videos that we can all learn from!! Most Excellent!!
Stihl chain saws have the same problem! My MS211 has been into the shop twice for this. After the second incident, I pressed the dealer for an answer. He paused, then reached for a needle-nose pliers, and pulled the spark-arrestor screen out. When I got home, it took me two Sols to calm down! I regret not knowing about your site sooner. You have provided the answers for two other problems with my equipment, so “Thanks” to you. Looking forward to all of your videos.....All the best.
Had same issue with my fs38. Neighbor told me to check the intakes on the carb but it was spotless. Saw this video last night and popped out the spark arrester when i got home this evening and voila, runs like a boss after I torched the screen. You just saved me a repair bill that I certainly didn't need at this time. Thank you kind sir. God bless you and your family.
This fixed my Stihl BR 200 backpack blower. Same problem it wouldn't rev up. The BR 200 has a fitting in the muffler that unscrews and the spark arrester is attached to the fitting. Burned off the carbon, rolled the fitting back in and off we went. Free fix. Thanks Steve!
What I learnt from your videos in 10 minutes has given me knowledge for a lifetime. I have followed your tuning instructions and also removed the spark arrestor to burn off the carbon & oil with a gas torch. The blower is running like a dream now!! Thanks Steve! Enjoy those large bottles of Corona beer 👍
I work in lawn care as a machine operator and shop technician. Tommarow I will be servicing our "fleet" of these blowers (10 in total) that seem to have this issue. I have a torch and a bunch of bottles, so here we go! 😂 Thanks for all of the advice and laughs. You have helped me a ton throughout the years.
Excellent how-to-video! I had changed the filters/spark plug, and rebuilt the carburetor on on my STHIL F55 brush cutter, and yet I was still arguing with the unit. The light bulb went off when Steve mentioned the blower was not revving as I too was experiencing the same issue with the F55. I removed the muffler screen and it was black. I started the unit and she hummed away like new. Ordered a new muffler screen as recommended and I am thrilled with the brush cutter's performance. I love the magnified video images, the speed of delivery, listing of options and things to consider. You are an excellent teacher Steve and I am grateful for your detailed videos - you are a gem!!!!
THANK YOU Steve. I was about to throw out my Stihl Line trimmer but after watching your you tube video, I fixed the problem and got it going in 5 minutes. Thank you once again. GREAT videos and fantastic advice.
My Stihl bg55 leaf blower would not rev up, I searched You Tube and after watching several with Carb issues/adjustments, I found this video. I thought I would try this remedy before attempting carb work. IT WORKED!!!! Spark arrestor screen was pretty much completely clogged. I looked up price of new ones, I can buy a torch (which I don't have) for about the same price, so am going to go that route. Also I didn't have a 15mm socket. My set went from 14mm to 16mm, I used the 16mm and it came out fine. Thanks a Bunch!! I sure appreciate your remedy for fixing my leaf blower. I also immediately subscribed!!
Steve, really enjoy your videos and you passing knowledge on to us so we can do our own repairs. I have a Husky 225R string trimmer that was blowing my mind. I went through everything..., plug, new OEM gasket set for the Walbro carb, checked the jets, checked compression, fuel line, fresh gas, fuel filter....still, would not fully rev and bogged the moment the string hit the grass. Saw this video and thought.....naaahhhhhh, couldn't be THAT simple. Pulled the muffler, took out the screen.....full of gunk. Torched the screen just like you indicated, took apart the muffler (3 simple pieces) just ensure it was fully clear.....put it all back together. Started on the second pull, let it warm for a few and gave it gas. Revved like a charm. Readjusted the low/high speed jets and it is back with power. Thanks for the thorough explanation of the possibilities. I really enjoy the channel. Keep these coming!
Steve, I watched this video a while ago and gave it a like, like I do for all your videos, but didn’t need anything fixed. I just like watching your videos to learn things. Well today, my Stihl trimmer didn’t have any power. It seemed ok last weekend but I remembered watching your video. So I searched your video and found it. My Stihl FS56 has a rectangular screen and it was caked. I removed the screen, put the torch to it and blew it out; now it has so much power. One bad thing is my recoil spring came out but I’ve seen you fix them before and handled it. Thanks again…and yes, you saved me some money! Not that I’d take anything to a dealer to get fixed 🙂
Brilliant advice, I should have watched your video before I dismantled the carburetor (3 times) and it still didn't work, I thought it was dirt in the fuel! I already planned to go out and buy a carburetor gasket kit but then decided to check the internet for solutions and I came across your video which made a lot of sense to me because I am a fitter by trade and I have all the tools you would ever want, I took the screen plug out and she revved up straight away hence I ripped the screen off the plug and put the plug back in and I trimmed my hedge, you saved me money and I learned something new, now I will tell my neighbor because he has the same blower and trimmer as me and I am sure he will like your video as well, thank you very much☺
I was ready to open my carburetor to figure out my leaf blower problem when I decided to search on youtube and came across you video. Watched it, spent 5 minutes on my blower and viola, it's fixed!!! thank you!!!!
I'm pretty sure that if you ever want to travel the world you could just about do so for free with keen hospitality from the folks you've helped with this channel . I for one would treat you as an honoured guest and true friend . You have saved me a lot of stress !
No side show antics or gimmicks, just straight cut and to the point. Took less than 5 secs to remove BG 86C "arrestor" and works like new again. *THANK YOU*
Dude, you are amazing. Definitely know your stuff, you cut through the BS and get to the point, in an entertaining way to boot. You are my go to guy, keep up the good work, you're saving people money, thanks!
Had the same issue with a Stihl pole saw. Saw the answer on RUclips, five minutes later I had a perfectly running saw. Nil cost. No simple once you know about it. Your videos are an awesome how to maintain equipment. Thanks mate.
It never ceases to amaze me what good information is available on RUclips! Backpack blower just decided one day it wouldn’t rev up. I assumed carb and took it apart and cleaned it....nothing. I was checking out the carb adjustment video, although I could imagine how it couldn’t have just gone out of adjustment to such a degree just sitting there. The brief mention of the non-revving Stihl blower and the reference to the video was a game changer. Sure enough, spark arrestor choked shut. A little fire and air (followed by a quick expert carb adjustment since I just watched the video) and this thing is back in superb blowing shape! Thanks Steve. Great presentation! I’m sure gonna check out your other videos to keep all my lawn and garden equipment in tip top shape. I’m probably gonna need a Stihl hat and a Corona to make sure I’m up to code. Thanks again! Chris.
Thank you very much for this video. My BG55 which is about 15 years old was running a little rough and I adjusted the carb (hi & lo) and cleaned the screen (it wasn't that diry but tapped it clean)) per your video's and it's running like a champ. Good to have people like you in the world who gives prudent advice like old times. Bless you.
Hey thank you a million times I've fixed mine and my friend and brothers weedeater and my leaf blower your videos really help. You earned my respect Steve.
This is such a helpful video. Fixed my Stihl blower in 10 minutes. Told me the socket size needed, exactly what to do by burning off the spark arrestor screen, replacing it and then the blower fired right up. Thank you so much.👍👍👍
This just happened to me today 04July2020 and thanks to you I was up and running in just a few minutes. Not only does it rev now, it starts easier and when I gun it the unit torques hard in my hands. Thanks Steve!
Are you kidding! I gave it a new spark plug, removed and clean out the carb! Then after watching this video and removing the spark arrestor then torching and blowing it out my trimmer ran like a champ! You saved me so much money. Thank you so much! You are such a blessing!
Thank you so much. My uncle gave me a hedge trimmer that would bog down when I ran it open wide. I tried this and it the hedge trimmer ran perfectly. Thank you again!
Thank you for the video. My blower would not rev up, would die when I advanced the throttle. Did online/RUclips “research” to see how to fix the problem. Most of what I found indicated I needed to replace the carburetor. I ordered a kit and decided to watch a video one more time before doing the work. Low and behold this video popped up in my recommendations so I decided to watch to see what I could learn. Decided to check out the spark arrestor before replacing the carb. Pulled it out and it was totally clogged but not with carbon, a dirt dauber had made a home in the spark arrestor. Turned out that was the problem. Cleaned it out and it worked like a champ!
You rock man! I was cleaning every other thing out and this in no time fixed my blower up. You looked so cool just sipping on your beer whilst fixing a simple solution that has stressed so many of us out :-)
THANK YOU STEVE! Saved me from taking my SH86C into the shop for a minimal $40 diagnostic. I've had my blower for almost 7 years and even new it didn't seem to want to idle without dying. Recently though it would start but not rev up much if any and so I was considering taking it in or cutting my losses and buying a new blower. Found your video though and you saved me money and grief and my blower is back up and running better than ever. Appreciate you and your content!
I just took a torch to mine. Totally unbelievable how much better it is running. Revs up like it did when it was new. The last service was $75 and this year I followed your advice and being on covid 19 lockdown no shops are open thanks for the videos
Thanks Steve. I really appreciate you making these videos for us common folks. I'm not cheap but hate spending money needlessly whenever possible. Your tips and knowledge make you one of my go-to channels on You-Tube. Thanks again. I really enjoy visiting with you here. :)
Your video here on cleaning the spark arrestor worked PERFECT ! I had already purchased a new carb \ maintenance kit thinking I'd be swapping but no need after this simple solution. Thank you!
Thanks man! Just fixed my FS38! I cleaned my spark arrestor by removing it, put hex in vice and scrubbed it with a wire brush, then rinsed with carb clean, can now see through the gauze. Revs hard! Thanks heaps!
Great video, thanks for the tip on the clogged spark arrester. I was able to clean mine with some break parts cleaner and a steel brush. Running good as new.
I nearly said 'spark arrestor' along with you like I was a little kid watching a TV show. Lots of good info here. I have exactly that model blower, oldest piece of equipment we have at work. Still runs really well when we change over the old arrestors with new. Keep up the good content. Cheers from Australia!
I had a Stihl leaf blower thats had this problem for a while now. Your solution to use a blow torch and a small wire brush did the trick. Thanks for a great helpful video. New subscriber now.
Mate you are such a book of knowledge. I have a brush cutter FS260C and same thing was happening so I did spark plug, air filter and fuel filter with no fix. I’ve been following your channel for a few years and knew you would have the answer in one of your videos. Cheers mate keep doing what you do and Gday from down under.
Thanks! I had this EXACT issue. I went with the burn it clean with a torch approach...works perfectly now (coupled with your tip on carb adjustment) it runs better than when new.
Steve, I love your videos! A couple of years ago I was using my new Stihl weed eater (its FIRST season), and it wasn't reving up to full speed. Used it for a while, and was thinking I'd need to take it in for warranty work. Was working away, and it hit me, not too long before I watched one of your videos about this. Took the muffler apart and the screen was almostt 100% clogged. Broke out the torch burned it off, reinstalled it, and it was like new again! You're the MAN!
This might be the best video I have watched on RUclips. I have been buying at least 1 blower a month because all mine end up doing this. Now I have to see if it works for me. Good Stuff!
Steve, Thanks for the heads up on the spark arrest issue. I took it out and ran it and it cured the problem. Only thing I can add to help others is that I soaked in for a few minutes in a HD degreaser to soften up the carbon. Then cleaned the screen on my stationary wire wheel. Others can use a small wire brush. I then put it back into the degreaser for a few more minute and then reinstalled the same into the blower. Problem fixed.
Hey Steve, first of all, great video! I love that you share information openly and even give some unconventional options. My kinda guy!! What about the other 50%? :) My BG55 has these exact symptoms but the spark arrestor is clean as can be.
Hey Steve, Great tip on the spark arrestor. I went down the wrong alley way replacing the carby on my Stihl FS 55c trimmer to fix a lack of revs. After replacing the carby I still had the problem - having stumbled across your video I removed the arrestor and hey bingo...problem fixed ! cheers Rob
Hello Steve, I have been seeing your videos as I am trying to fix my leaf blower, I got to tell you, I really enjoy your videos and have learned lots from them, unfortunately I have not been able to fix my blower, this is a Troy Bilt TB2BV-EC, about 3 years old, it will start very nice and easy, idle well, but when I try to go to full throttle it will loose power and some times even shut down, I also notice some light white smoke coming from the exhaust, I had removed the carb and clean it following your video, checked the exhaust and spark arrestor as per your recommendation on this video, they are clean and not obstructed, even ran it w/o the spark arrestor and nothing changed, air filter is not clogged but I notice some oil on it, not sure if this is normal, have been digging around on internet and read white smoke could potentially be a blown head gasket, also read could be air leak through crankshaft seal, so was wondering what is your opinion on this and if you have any video you would suggest me to watch to try something else to fix it, well, hope you find my message and have a chance to respond, wishing you the best, stay safe, enjoy your beer, Corona is very popular in my home town, Mexico, personally I would prefer XX Lager. Saludos!
Thank you sir! Cleaned the carb on my FS 55R and it was still bogging down when revving, watched your video and sure enough it was the sparl arrester screen! You rock brother!
Steve, your suggestion that the spark arrestor causes a blower to not run correct was spot on. I was skeptical before extracting the spark arrestor, but it was obvious you were right after one look, totally blocked and in need of cleaning. Donald Wiggins
I'm gonna go take a torch to mine. She won't rev up. Thanks for the info. The leaf blower has been on the "back burner" for over a year. Now my Ol'lady can get back to blowing them leaves again.
Oh my goodness!! Steve THANK YOU!! For this past week I have been trying to figure out why my Stihl chainsaw would not rev up. It had been slowly deteriorating to the point that,like your leaf blower, eventually just stopped revving up. I watched the video, figured out where the spark arrestor was on my chainsaw, took it out and it ran like a champ. I cleaned it up with some carb cleaner and a small wire brush and reinstalled it. Problem solved and thank you for saving me money!!!
Hey just found your channel I already subscribed used this on my fs45 trimmer now it runs like new again. Going to watch all your vids thanks a lot for your knowledge
You sir, are a scholar and a gentleman for sharing this! My Stihl blower never had so much balls. It has been slowly dying... getting worse every year. I thought the carb needed adjusted and was about to take it into the shop. Wow!!! You saved me and it's literally "better than new". Thank you!
Thank you. Had the same exact problem. you had it sorted in a flash and you saved me a fortune. Thank you soooo much!! . Enjoy your channel. Love your content and style of delivery Steve.
Ta, Steve. You saved me money re Stihl Leaf Blower. Beside your info, I cleaned the Spark plug with very fine sandpaoer used for Metal. Worked Great! Thnks a Lot! Ted...
Did this a couple of months ago to my Stihl weed eater and torched the arrestor and runs like new again. Thanks for your videos - a great help for anyone to see and learn - your a good teacher !
I spent countless hours thinking I had a fuel issue, replacing the carb several times and never fixing the issue. Unscrewed the spark arrester today and burned off the carbon and replaced and now the trimmer runs like new!!! Thanks for the videos.
I just tore my carb apart and that didn't work. Watched this video and 10 seconds later I have the spark arrestor out. Solid black! Thanks for the info!
Thanks for the video. I have a Stihl fs45 trimmer and it wouldn't go past idle. I came across your video and went and checked the spark arrester and sure enough it was plugged. I was going to take it to get fixed but thanks to you it saved me a bunch of money for either fixing it or buying a new one.
I have this blower and it doesn't Rev so to use it I have to hold the throttle and play with the choke, do you think it is the same problem as you demonstrated in this vid Steve?
I don't have a torch. Could soak it in gas or carburetor cleaner for a while? Or maybe just set it on fire? I like having excuses to set something on fire!
I see so many of my customers come in that remove those (and are in shop for other issues) I always check their equipment as it could be as simple as this. However, some years ago there was a guy who did that as well (removed it) and while string trimming a yard for one of his lawn service customers his Stihl trimmer caught fire violently and he suffered some extreme burns to his side, back, and part of his face from the flames that surrounded him. He had a small fuel leak coming from the fuel line in his tank and it had been determined that it was ignited likely from the non-present spark arrestor. Though, it cannot be proven, I firmly believe in cleaning it and putting it back. Scary stuff, that guy is scarred for life.. Also, glad to see there are some of us out there still that don't rip people off. I fixed an older commercial John Deere ZT yesterday for a guy who wanted his cables replaced for the choke and throttle due to it being hard to move and pull the choke. Was able to free it back up with PB blaster and then after a cleaning lubricated it. Works like new, took 10-15 minutes (had to remove side compartment) but did not have to buy cables. Didn't charge him, I simply said this one was on the house.
Another way to clean a carbon blocked spark arrestor is use "Oven Off" oven cleaner just spray and soak and let it set and work wash off with hot water and repeat as needed.
Hi Steve, from down under in Australia. I have just watched two of your videos and must say that I was very impressed with your laid back but informative and educational approach. I have just bought a carby kit for my Stihl SH55 blower and planned on fitting it tomorrow. The problem being that it starts but wont rev, but after watching one of your videos, I am going to remove the spark arrestor first to see if that makes any difference. But don't worry as I realise the safety issue of not having one, so will purchase a new one if this turns out to be the problem. I currently have three pieces of Stihl equipment and overall have been pretty happy with all of their products. I have saved you in my bookmarks so that I can easily access your help videos in the future should I need any help. I'm glad you were enjoying a Carona in one of the videos as I enjoy the beer, but am currently sipping on a Hahn Super Dry.
Thank you ! Saved me more wasted time On a bg50 just bend tab Pull screen Burn carbon off w a torch then scrubbed w a brush Re install Bend tab back She's purring again Subscribed
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Thanks Steve, you solved my fs28 problem in one minute. I might be using a touch too much lube. I'll clean the screen one day and put it back on but for now it's super loud 😂
You are a super nice guy. A lot of repair men would keep everything a secret so they could charge for every little fix. I hope God blesses your business for your kindness.
Awesome comment! Thank you Jerry...
or waiting time is 6 weeks to be fixed and cost 3/4 of a new one ,Here in Australia
Just purchased a Stihl HS56 at a pawn shop today. The sales person told me that he thought there was a "problem with the gearbox." "The engine runs but the blades don't move." He gave me a discount off the listed price. Well the engine would idle and wee bit more but would bog down and stall after if I didn't let up on the throttle trigger. I cleaned the air filter and fuel filters but had the same issue. The fuel was clean with no sediment in the tank. I then ran across this video, while I was considering a carburetor rebuild, and sure enough the spark arresting screen was obstructed. I used a propane torch and a compressed air line to burn off the material as you suggested. Works 100% now. Literally took me longer to walk to the garage to get the propane torch then the time it took to fix it. Thanks for the tip!
Right on Buddy...
Hey Steve, I have been fussing with hedger for over a month, took apart the carburetor, ordered another carburetor which it ran better but wouldn't rev! Took out the spark arrester and it was totally clogged. Torched it and blew with compressed air and now works perfect!! Thanks for taking the time to make videos that we can all learn from!! Most Excellent!!
Right on Alan...
Stihl chain saws have the same problem! My MS211 has been into the shop twice for this. After the second incident, I pressed the dealer for an answer. He paused, then reached for a needle-nose pliers, and pulled the spark-arrestor screen out. When I got home, it took me two Sols to calm down! I regret not knowing about your site sooner. You have provided the answers for two other problems with my equipment, so “Thanks” to you. Looking forward to all of your videos.....All the best.
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Had same issue with my fs38. Neighbor told me to check the intakes on the carb but it was spotless. Saw this video last night and popped out the spark arrester when i got home this evening and voila, runs like a boss after I torched the screen. You just saved me a repair bill that I certainly didn't need at this time. Thank you kind sir. God bless you and your family.
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This fixed my Stihl BR 200 backpack blower. Same problem it wouldn't rev up. The BR 200 has a fitting in the muffler that unscrews and the spark arrester is attached to the fitting. Burned off the carbon, rolled the fitting back in and off we went. Free fix. Thanks Steve!
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What I learnt from your videos in 10 minutes has given me knowledge for a lifetime. I have followed your tuning instructions and also removed the spark arrestor to burn off the carbon & oil with a gas torch. The blower is running like a dream now!! Thanks Steve! Enjoy those large bottles of Corona beer 👍
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Steve, add my appreciation and respect to that of your worldwide legion of fans. You rock! Cheers again from Australia.
Thanks mate!
I work in lawn care as a machine operator and shop technician.
Tommarow I will be servicing our "fleet" of these blowers (10 in total) that seem to have this issue. I have a torch and a bunch of bottles, so here we go! 😂
Thanks for all of the advice and laughs. You have helped me a ton throughout the years.
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Excellent how-to-video! I had changed the filters/spark plug, and rebuilt the carburetor on on my STHIL F55 brush cutter, and yet I was still arguing with the unit. The light bulb went off when Steve mentioned the blower was not revving as I too was experiencing the same issue with the F55. I removed the muffler screen and it was black. I started the unit and she hummed away like new. Ordered a new muffler screen as recommended and I am thrilled with the brush cutter's performance. I love the magnified video images, the speed of delivery, listing of options and things to consider. You are an excellent teacher Steve and I am grateful for your detailed videos - you are a gem!!!!
WOW! Thank you so much....
THANK YOU Steve. I was about to throw out my Stihl Line trimmer but after watching your you tube video, I fixed the problem and got it going in 5 minutes. Thank you once again. GREAT videos and fantastic advice.
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My Stihl bg55 leaf blower would not rev up, I searched You Tube and after watching several with Carb issues/adjustments, I found this video. I thought I would try this remedy before attempting carb work. IT WORKED!!!! Spark arrestor screen was pretty much completely clogged. I looked up price of new ones, I can buy a torch (which I don't have) for about the same price, so am going to go that route. Also I didn't have a 15mm socket. My set went from 14mm to 16mm, I used the 16mm and it came out fine. Thanks a Bunch!! I sure appreciate your remedy for fixing my leaf blower. I also immediately subscribed!!
Right on Darrell! Thank You...
Steve, really enjoy your videos and you passing knowledge on to us so we can do our own repairs.
I have a Husky 225R string trimmer that was blowing my mind. I went through everything..., plug, new OEM gasket set for the Walbro carb, checked the jets, checked compression, fuel line, fresh gas, fuel filter....still, would not fully rev and bogged the moment the string hit the grass. Saw this video and thought.....naaahhhhhh, couldn't be THAT simple. Pulled the muffler, took out the screen.....full of gunk. Torched the screen just like you indicated, took apart the muffler (3 simple pieces) just ensure it was fully clear.....put it all back together. Started on the second pull, let it warm for a few and gave it gas. Revved like a charm. Readjusted the low/high speed jets and it is back with power.
Thanks for the thorough explanation of the possibilities. I really enjoy the channel. Keep these coming!
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Cleaning the spark arrestor with a torch did the trick! Saved me $. Thanks Steve!
Nice work!
Steve, I watched this video a while ago and gave it a like, like I do for all your videos, but didn’t need anything fixed. I just like watching your videos to learn things. Well today, my Stihl trimmer didn’t have any power. It seemed ok last weekend but I remembered watching your video. So I searched your video and found it. My Stihl FS56 has a rectangular screen and it was caked. I removed the screen, put the torch to it and blew it out; now it has so much power. One bad thing is my recoil spring came out but I’ve seen you fix them before and handled it. Thanks again…and yes, you saved me some money! Not that I’d take anything to a dealer to get fixed 🙂
Brilliant advice, I should have watched your video before I dismantled the carburetor (3 times) and it still didn't work, I thought it was dirt in the fuel! I already planned to go out and buy a carburetor gasket kit but then decided to check the internet for solutions and I came across your video which made a lot of sense to me because I am a fitter by trade and I have all the tools you would ever want, I took the screen plug out and she revved up straight away hence I ripped the screen off the plug and put the plug back in and I trimmed my hedge, you saved me money and I learned something new, now I will tell my neighbor because he has the same blower and trimmer as me and I am sure he will like your video as well, thank you very much☺
Right on buddy! Thank You...
I appreciate all your carburetor videos but this one totally fixed my blower! The filter wasn't clogged but it is still fixed.
Great to hear!
I was ready to open my carburetor to figure out my leaf blower problem when I decided to search on youtube and came across you video. Watched it, spent 5 minutes on my blower and viola, it's fixed!!! thank you!!!!
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I'm pretty sure that if you ever want to travel the world you could just about do so for free with keen hospitality from the folks you've helped with this channel . I for one would treat you as an honoured guest and true friend . You have saved me a lot of stress !
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No side show antics or gimmicks, just straight cut and to the point. Took less than 5 secs to remove BG 86C "arrestor" and works like new again.
*THANK YOU*
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Dude, you are amazing. Definitely know your stuff, you cut through the BS and get to the point, in an entertaining way to boot. You are my go to guy, keep up the good work, you're saving people money, thanks!
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Had the same issue with a Stihl pole saw. Saw the answer on RUclips, five minutes later I had a perfectly running saw. Nil cost. No simple once you know about it. Your videos are an awesome how to maintain equipment. Thanks mate.
Thanks for sharing
You are the man! 15 seconds and mine runs like a beast again. Better than it has for the last 2 years. Much appreciated
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It never ceases to amaze me what good information is available on RUclips! Backpack blower just decided one day it wouldn’t rev up. I assumed carb and took it apart and cleaned it....nothing. I was checking out the carb adjustment video, although I could imagine how it couldn’t have just gone out of adjustment to such a degree just sitting there. The brief mention of the non-revving Stihl blower and the reference to the video was a game changer. Sure enough, spark arrestor choked shut. A little fire and air (followed by a quick expert carb adjustment since I just watched the video) and this thing is back in superb blowing shape! Thanks Steve. Great presentation! I’m sure gonna check out your other videos to keep all my lawn and garden equipment in tip top shape. I’m probably gonna need a Stihl hat and a Corona to make sure I’m up to code. Thanks again! Chris.
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Thank you very much for this video. My BG55 which is about 15 years old was running a little rough and I adjusted the carb (hi & lo) and cleaned the screen (it wasn't that diry but tapped it clean)) per your video's and it's running like a champ. Good to have people like you in the world who gives prudent advice like old times. Bless you.
Glad it helped
Hey thank you a million times I've fixed mine and my friend and brothers weedeater and my leaf blower your videos really help. You earned my respect Steve.
Great to hear!
Thank you from the UK! You have just saved me £80 as I was about to order a new carburetor. This was on a HS85 Stihl hedge trimmer.
Glad to hear it. That's what I'm here for!
This is such a helpful video. Fixed my Stihl blower in 10 minutes. Told me the socket size needed, exactly what to do by burning off the spark arrestor screen, replacing it and then the blower fired right up. Thank you so much.👍👍👍
Awesome, good to hear!
This just happened to me today 04July2020 and thanks to you I was up and running in just a few minutes. Not only does it rev now, it starts easier and when I gun it the unit torques hard in my hands. Thanks Steve!
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Are you kidding! I gave it a new spark plug, removed and clean out the carb! Then after watching this video and removing the spark arrestor then torching and blowing it out my trimmer ran like a champ! You saved me so much money. Thank you so much! You are such a blessing!
Awesome to hear!
Thank you so much. My uncle gave me a hedge trimmer that would bog down when I ran it open wide. I tried this and it the hedge trimmer ran perfectly. Thank you again!
Fantastic!
Thank you for the video. My blower would not rev up, would die when I advanced the throttle. Did online/RUclips “research” to see how to fix the problem. Most of what I found indicated I needed to replace the carburetor. I ordered a kit and decided to watch a video one more time before doing the work. Low and behold this video popped up in my recommendations so I decided to watch to see what I could learn. Decided to check out the spark arrestor before replacing the carb. Pulled it out and it was totally clogged but not with carbon, a dirt dauber had made a home in the spark arrestor. Turned out that was the problem. Cleaned it out and it worked like a champ!
Awesome!
You rock man! I was cleaning every other thing out and this in no time fixed my blower up. You looked so cool just sipping on your beer whilst fixing a simple solution that has stressed so many of us out :-)
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THANK YOU STEVE! Saved me from taking my SH86C into the shop for a minimal $40 diagnostic. I've had my blower for almost 7 years and even new it didn't seem to want to idle without dying. Recently though it would start but not rev up much if any and so I was considering taking it in or cutting my losses and buying a new blower. Found your video though and you saved me money and grief and my blower is back up and running better than ever. Appreciate you and your content!
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you sir are officially my favorite youtuber
Wow. That might officially be the best compliment Ive ever got! Thanks Brutha. I assume that worked for ya?
I just took a torch to mine. Totally unbelievable how much better it is running. Revs up like it did when it was new. The last service was $75 and this year I followed your advice and being on covid 19 lockdown no shops are open thanks for the videos
Good to hear
Thanks Steve. I really appreciate you making these videos for us common folks. I'm not cheap but hate spending money needlessly whenever possible. Your tips and knowledge make you one of my go-to channels on You-Tube. Thanks again. I really enjoy visiting with you here. :)
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Your video here on cleaning the spark arrestor worked PERFECT ! I had already purchased a new carb \ maintenance kit thinking I'd be swapping but no need after this simple solution. Thank you!
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Hit the nail on the head for my fix. Steve what a guy you made my day, thank you so much.
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Thanks man! Just fixed my FS38! I cleaned my spark arrestor by removing it, put hex in vice and scrubbed it with a wire brush, then rinsed with carb clean, can now see through the gauze. Revs hard! Thanks heaps!
Nice work!
Great video, thanks for the tip on the clogged spark arrester. I was able to clean mine with some break parts cleaner and a steel brush. Running good as new.
Good stuff!
I nearly said 'spark arrestor' along with you like I was a little kid watching a TV show. Lots of good info here. I have exactly that model blower, oldest piece of equipment we have at work. Still runs really well when we change over the old arrestors with new. Keep up the good content. Cheers from Australia!
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Worked like a charm! Thanks for the tip! Had her up and running in 5 minutes.
Excellent!
I had a Stihl leaf blower thats had this problem for a while now. Your solution to use a blow torch and a small wire brush did the trick. Thanks for a great helpful video. New subscriber now.
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Steve - You are The Man! Took me longer to find my 15 mm socket than it did to fix the damn thing!
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Mate you are such a book of knowledge. I have a brush cutter FS260C and same thing was happening so I did spark plug, air filter and fuel filter with no fix. I’ve been following your channel for a few years and knew you would have the answer in one of your videos. Cheers mate keep doing what you do and Gday from down under.
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Thanks! I had this EXACT issue. I went with the burn it clean with a torch approach...works perfectly now (coupled with your tip on carb adjustment) it runs better than when new.
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Steve, I love your videos! A couple of years ago I was using my new Stihl weed eater (its FIRST season), and it wasn't reving up to full speed. Used it for a while, and was thinking I'd need to take it in for warranty work. Was working away, and it hit me, not too long before I watched one of your videos about this. Took the muffler apart and the screen was almostt 100% clogged. Broke out the torch burned it off, reinstalled it, and it was like new again! You're the MAN!
Thats awesome buddy!
Hey Steve - thanks very much for this. I had the same problem - same 6 yr. old blower - was replacing parts. Then I saw your vid. Worked like a charm.
Glad I could help Ron. Thank you for the compliment...
This might be the best video I have watched on RUclips. I have been buying at least 1 blower a month because all mine end up doing this. Now I have to see if it works for me. Good Stuff!
Right on
Steve, Thanks for the heads up on the spark arrest issue. I took it out and ran it and it cured the problem. Only thing I can add to help others is that I soaked in for a few minutes in a HD degreaser to soften up the carbon. Then cleaned the screen on my stationary wire wheel. Others can use a small wire brush. I then put it back into the degreaser for a few more minute and then reinstalled the same into the blower. Problem fixed.
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Thanks very much. This tip fixed my blower. Saved me a big repair bill. Much appreciated
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Hey Steve, first of all, great video! I love that you share information openly and even give some unconventional options. My kinda guy!! What about the other 50%? :) My BG55 has these exact symptoms but the spark arrestor is clean as can be.
Try adjusting carb mixture screws. Watch video on how to do, if you do not know how.
Hey Steve, Great tip on the spark arrestor. I went down the wrong alley way replacing the carby on my Stihl FS 55c trimmer to fix a lack of revs. After replacing the carby I still had the problem - having stumbled across your video I removed the arrestor and hey bingo...problem fixed ! cheers Rob
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Hello Steve, I have been seeing your videos as I am trying to fix my leaf blower, I got to tell you, I really enjoy your videos and have learned lots from them, unfortunately I have not been able to fix my blower, this is a Troy Bilt TB2BV-EC, about 3 years old, it will start very nice and easy, idle well, but when I try to go to full throttle it will loose power and some times even shut down, I also notice some light white smoke coming from the exhaust, I had removed the carb and clean it following your video, checked the exhaust and spark arrestor as per your recommendation on this video, they are clean and not obstructed, even ran it w/o the spark arrestor and nothing changed, air filter is not clogged but I notice some oil on it, not sure if this is normal, have been digging around on internet and read white smoke could potentially be a blown head gasket, also read could be air leak through crankshaft seal, so was wondering what is your opinion on this and if you have any video you would suggest me to watch to try something else to fix it, well, hope you find my message and have a chance to respond, wishing you the best, stay safe, enjoy your beer, Corona is very popular in my home town, Mexico, personally I would prefer XX Lager. Saludos!
Thanks so much. I appreciate that you gave all the option on the screen for a fix. Great job. Cheers!!
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Thank you sir! Cleaned the carb on my FS 55R and it was still bogging down when revving, watched your video and sure enough it was the sparl arrester screen! You rock brother!
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Thank you! This was exactly the problem with my Stihl hedge trimmer. Much appreciated.
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Steve, your suggestion that the spark arrestor causes a blower to not run correct was spot on. I was skeptical before extracting the spark arrestor, but it was obvious you were right after one look, totally blocked and in need of cleaning.
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I'm gonna go take a torch to mine. She won't rev up. Thanks for the info. The leaf blower has been on the "back burner" for over a year. Now my Ol'lady can get back to blowing them leaves again.
LOL, right on Keith and good luck....
Oh my goodness!! Steve THANK YOU!! For this past week I have been trying to figure out why my Stihl chainsaw would not rev up. It had been slowly deteriorating to the point that,like your leaf blower, eventually just stopped revving up. I watched the video, figured out where the spark arrestor was on my chainsaw, took it out and it ran like a champ. I cleaned it up with some carb cleaner and a small wire brush and reinstalled it. Problem solved and thank you for saving me money!!!
Glad I could help!
Hey just found your channel I already subscribed used this on my fs45 trimmer now it runs like new again. Going to watch all your vids thanks a lot for your knowledge
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You sir, are a scholar and a gentleman for sharing this! My Stihl blower never had so much balls. It has been slowly dying... getting worse every year. I thought the carb needed adjusted and was about to take it into the shop. Wow!!! You saved me and it's literally "better than new". Thank you!
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Had that happen on a Husky weed eater. Once removed ran perfectly. Thanks for the advice.
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Thank you. Had the same exact problem. you had it sorted in a flash and you saved me a fortune. Thank you soooo much!! . Enjoy your channel. Love your content and style of delivery Steve.
Great to hear!
Steve , great channel . Question : Have an older stihl br600 that lacks power can you re-jet this thing to improve its output ? Thanks !
Ta, Steve. You saved me money re Stihl Leaf Blower. Beside your info, I cleaned the Spark plug with very fine sandpaoer used for Metal.
Worked Great!
Thnks a Lot!
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Yes sir!!! It works. I took it off and cleaned the screen in gasoline. Reinstalled it and now revs like a champ.
Thank you very much!
Great job!
I burnt the arrestor and it fired right up! Runs Great! Thank you!
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This guy is my newest role model. Cheers, Steve!
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Great video. This saved me time and money. Thank you Steve.
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You are a Legend. Local lawnmower repair guy wanted to charge me $95 for service. Sorted the problem $10. Thanks Steve.
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When I used to live in town I would have paid extra to have one that loud!
Did this a couple of months ago to my Stihl weed eater and torched the arrestor and runs like new again. Thanks for your videos - a great help for anyone to see and learn - your a good teacher !
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Hi, I removed the muffler. Leaf blower still idles fine but when rev it still stalls?
I spent countless hours thinking I had a fuel issue, replacing the carb several times and never fixing the issue. Unscrewed the spark arrester today and burned off the carbon and replaced and now the trimmer runs like new!!! Thanks for the videos.
Great job!
I just tore my carb apart and that didn't work. Watched this video and 10 seconds later I have the spark arrestor out. Solid black! Thanks for the info!
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Love this guy Steve… learned more from him than my economics professor
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7:47 the smirk on your face tells me you know what most will do
Thanks for the video. I have a Stihl fs45 trimmer and it wouldn't go past idle. I came across your video and went and checked the spark arrester and sure enough it was plugged. I was going to take it to get fixed but thanks to you it saved me a bunch of money for either fixing it or buying a new one.
Great to hear!
I have this blower and it doesn't Rev so to use it I have to hold the throttle and play with the choke, do you think it is the same problem as you demonstrated in this vid Steve?
If you checked the screen and its ok then try this----> ruclips.net/video/gmhxTvGRtCg/видео.html
You are an asset to the mr fixit community Thanks
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I don't have a torch. Could soak it in gas or carburetor cleaner for a while? Or maybe just set it on fire? I like having excuses to set something on fire!
You have really warmed up to the camera over the years my BC friend. Loved the options presented for rectifying this problem.
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Damn your the man Steve!!!
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Thank you, been messing with this thing for days, fixed in seconds. Legend
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Hey Steve, all that beer over the last few years has made you better looking!!! 😂
I see so many of my customers come in that remove those (and are in shop for other issues) I always check their equipment as it could be as simple as this. However, some years ago there was a guy who did that as well (removed it) and while string trimming a yard for one of his lawn service customers his Stihl trimmer caught fire violently and he suffered some extreme burns to his side, back, and part of his face from the flames that surrounded him. He had a small fuel leak coming from the fuel line in his tank and it had been determined that it was ignited likely from the non-present spark arrestor. Though, it cannot be proven, I firmly believe in cleaning it and putting it back. Scary stuff, that guy is scarred for life.. Also, glad to see there are some of us out there still that don't rip people off. I fixed an older commercial John Deere ZT yesterday for a guy who wanted his cables replaced for the choke and throttle due to it being hard to move and pull the choke. Was able to free it back up with PB blaster and then after a cleaning lubricated it. Works like new, took 10-15 minutes (had to remove side compartment) but did not have to buy cables. Didn't charge him, I simply said this one was on the house.
Another way to clean a carbon blocked spark arrestor is use "Oven Off" oven cleaner just spray and soak and let it set and work wash off with hot water and repeat as needed.
Thanks! I have all Stihl yard products. You are a money saver! Thanks a million
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Thank you.......... worked like a charm!!!!!
Glad to hear it Jon. You're welcome..
Heating the filter and blowing out the exhaust build up worked like a charm. Thanks for the help! Much appreciated.
Glad it helped!
good video
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Hi Steve, from down under in Australia. I have just watched two of your videos and must say that I was very impressed with your laid back but informative and educational approach. I have just bought a carby kit for my Stihl SH55 blower and planned on fitting it tomorrow. The problem being that it starts but wont rev, but after watching one of your videos, I am going to remove the spark arrestor first to see if that makes any difference. But don't worry as I realise the safety issue of not having one, so will purchase a new one if this turns out to be the problem. I currently have three pieces of Stihl equipment and overall have been pretty happy with all of their products. I have saved you in my bookmarks so that I can easily access your help videos in the future should I need any help. I'm glad you were enjoying a Carona in one of the videos as I enjoy the beer, but am currently sipping on a Hahn Super Dry.
I opps the one it is "EASY OFF" oven cleaner my bad.
Took about five minutes and worked great for me. Thanks for the info Steve. I had about given up.
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That's how I used to clean my screen in my bowl!
LOL, me too....
Thank you !
Saved me more wasted time
On a bg50 just bend tab
Pull screen
Burn carbon off w a torch then scrubbed w a brush
Re install
Bend tab back
She's purring again
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yeah..we're not gonna fall for a banana in the tailpipe.