MOW LONGER - Modify Your Toro Timemaster 30” Mower With A 1 Gallon Fuel Tank

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    MOW LONGER - Modify Your Toro Timemaster 30” Mower With A 1 Gallon Fuel Tank.
    Running out of gas often? Tired of constantly filling up your Toro Timemaster? Me too! Watch as I modify my Timemaster with a larger 1 gallon gas tank and increase my mowing time from 45 minutes to over 2 hours. This modification took less than 2 hours to do and was pretty straight forward to complete. Now I can mow longer without worrying about running out of gas. LIKE and SUBSCRIBE!
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    garagegearjb@gmail.com
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    Installing A Striping Kit On My Toro TimeMaster Lawnmower
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Комментарии • 243

  • @paulh6591
    @paulh6591 2 года назад +3

    And with an extra fuel shutoff and a 1/4" barbed fuel splitter the old tank can also still be utilized, for even more runtime; think of it as the "reserve", like on a motorcycle! I just put a tank on my DR SP-30 mower; it came off a decommissioned 1980s Lawn Boy Commercial 2-stroke. The SP-30 also has an absurdly small tank. What are the manufacturers thinking? 'Guess they're not!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +2

      Yep a splitter is a great idea to get even more mileage lol! I’m not sure what these companies are thinking. Thanks for watching Paul!

  • @vytec1234
    @vytec1234 4 года назад +67

    For those interested in a new larger tank, if there was something available to simple rip and replace the Manufacturer tank with a new larger tank that fit in place of it, would that be something folks would be interested in? I ask because I'm looking into manufacturing something and trying to gauge interest and get an idea of qty I'd have to order.

    • @ricochet08
      @ricochet08 4 года назад +3

      yes!

    • @hoot613
      @hoot613 4 года назад +1

      Yes!

    • @jmathers1
      @jmathers1 4 года назад

      I'm in if you decide to!

    • @jasm.5823
      @jasm.5823 4 года назад +3

      Guys I added the 1 Gallon tank to my timemaster, video here ruclips.net/video/_P0MkUug6-8/видео.html

    • @dsnyder05
      @dsnyder05 4 года назад

      Please!

  • @CJ-fy7fd
    @CJ-fy7fd 4 года назад +30

    Great job dude! 😎 Why not add a splitter where both tanks can be utilized?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад +10

      CJ thanks bud! Thought about that! Figured I’d keep it straight forward for this video. But definitely not a bad idea. Could definitely maximize both fuel tanks then. Mow forever possibly! Thanks for watching!

    • @brianinboden4697
      @brianinboden4697 3 года назад

      I was thinking the same thing

    • @chrisgraham2904
      @chrisgraham2904 3 года назад +1

      Had the same thought. The larger tank is a nice upgrade, but I'd hate to make the original tank redundant. A simple splitter ("Y" or "T" fitting) between the tanks and the filter would do the trick for an extra $2 bucks.

  • @seanpuffer8436
    @seanpuffer8436 3 месяца назад +1

    Could you also possibly put in a Y or T coupler to then be able to use both tanks?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 месяца назад

      You could. Shouldn’t be hard to do

  • @honeygamesvlogs5214
    @honeygamesvlogs5214 2 года назад +1

    That’s a good idea I’ll do it someday

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      You can hammer this out in about an hour to 90 minutes. Thanks for watching!

  • @JmanRx81
    @JmanRx81 3 года назад +3

    I'm doing the same thing to my Toro 22" Recycler. I have it running at 3900 RPM with a medium lift blade instead of the mulching blade and it runs out of gas before I can finish mowing.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      Go for it! It’s not a hard job to do. I think the most difficult thing is finding the proper placement of the tank! Thanks for watching Josh! 👍

    • @JmanRx81
      @JmanRx81 3 года назад +1

      @@GarageGear mine fit perfectly behind the engine

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      @@JmanRx81 perfect! That was my biggest concern on the timemaster. The side I wanted it on has the exhaust and that would probably melt it lol! Email me a photo when it’s done. Like to see it! Garagegearjb@gmail.com

  • @M.TTT.
    @M.TTT. 4 месяца назад +1

    I'd use a brass Y or T fitting and use both tanks

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 месяца назад +1

      Thanks for sharing

  • @brodygoalie
    @brodygoalie Год назад +1

    You would think Toro/ Briggs will upgrade this situation? Plus you said that this timemaster does not mulch as good as the 21 super recycler correct? Plus very expensive

  • @Guillotines_For_Globalists
    @Guillotines_For_Globalists 2 года назад +1

    Run a zip tie around the OEM tank fill spout to one of the brackets for the new tank to stop the bouncing. Jesus I typed that about 10 seconds before you did that mod yourself.

  • @BigDaddysGarage
    @BigDaddysGarage 4 года назад +6

    Nice job! Very enjoyable to watch.
    I too have learned a lot from DONYBOY!
    What’s up with all the mowers in the garage??

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад +1

      Flint Layfield thanks Flint! This video took over 10 hours to film and edit. A lot of details had to be addressed in it but I think it could help some toro owners out there. These mowers have quite the following. As far as the mowers go, I have a side job flipping parts on older John Deere walkbehind mowers. The parts for those mowers aren’t made anymore and hard to find. I buy them cheap on Craigslist or FB marketplace and I sell the parts on eBay. Like the toro timemaster, those mowers have a cult following too. I can usually make about $350-$600 per mower in parts depending on the quality of the parts. Helped me put a nice down payment on my truck a little while back. Now it just funds all my lawn/garage nonsense lol! Maybe I’ll shoot a video one or two of them, well see if time allows. How’s things with you lately bud?

  • @rangersmith4652
    @rangersmith4652 2 года назад +5

    What this mower needs is a big secondary tank with a fitting on it's underside that matches the factory gas cap, so it just screws right on top of the factory tank, thus using the capacity of both tanks. Done!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      That’s a good idea! Thanks for sharing Ranger! 👍

  • @gregorypierce6703
    @gregorypierce6703 4 года назад +2

    nice job

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад +1

      Thanks Greg! Thanks for watching!

  • @WillyEast
    @WillyEast 2 года назад +1

    This makes me think twice about getting this mower. Mowing ability of Cub Cadet sucks but at least it has a big fuel tank.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +1

      In this mower size bracket, I really don’t think there is a good option out there. Each mower has its own issues. Thanks for watching Centauri!

    • @WillyEast
      @WillyEast 2 года назад +1

      @@GarageGear Yeah. I agree. I would get a ride on but have steep hills.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      @@WillyEast got it! In this case the timemaster takes the win!

  • @jophillips2868
    @jophillips2868 2 года назад +2

    Could you add a T fitting and hook up both fuel tanks?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +1

      You absolutely could. Thanks for watching!

  • @traviscade3186
    @traviscade3186 3 года назад +4

    I think this is an awesome video but is the cost worth the time to refill the tank?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      I’d definitely say so! I never have to worry about running out of gas in the backyard and have to run to the front yard to go get it. Every time I’d start it up, I’d have this though of, “would I be able to cut on one take today or not?” Never have to ask myself that question now. I plan to keep this mower for many years so to do it now is worth it in the long run. Plus I found some relatively low cost items to upgrade it with. The few extra bucks were worth the peace of mind!

  • @tomfischer5057
    @tomfischer5057 4 года назад +4

    Noticed when you lifted the rear end on jack stands, there was some type of "bar" on the back end. What's that for and where did you get it?
    BTW: nice job!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад +1

      Tom Fischer hey thanks a lot! I appreciate it! The black bar is actually the frame that attaches the toro time master striping kit. The frame actually is super handy for lifting the mower and jacking it up for cleaning/ maintenance! Thanks for watching bud and be sure to check out my other timemaster videos!

  • @TheLawnFellas
    @TheLawnFellas 4 года назад +5

    I noticed using non ethanol fuel gets more run time.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      TG Lawn Maintenance yes I feel the same way and on that original tank every little bit helps. Thanks for watching!

  • @robertsmithUH60driver
    @robertsmithUH60driver 4 года назад +1

    Good job. Why not get the factory tank for the other mower?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      Hey Robert, I was trying to see if this could be done a better budget. And it worked! The bigger factory tank from the commercial version was between $75-$100 just for the tank. I think I got all the supplies for my build for $75. Thanks for watching!

    • @robertsmithUH60driver
      @robertsmithUH60driver 4 года назад +1

      @@GarageGear Thanks for the reply. Thinking about getting to mower this spring. Might as well add the larger tank. I have a good size area to mow.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      @@robertsmithUH60driver just to help you out... my lawn is 10,000 square feet and takes about 45 minutes to mow. It usually runs out between 45-50 minutes. Great mower... puny gas tank!

  • @teamknight3682
    @teamknight3682 3 года назад +5

    Just bought a Timemaster yesterday and this is the first upgrade I will be doing to the mower. I even used your Amazon list for products. Thanks for the great video!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Hey Awesome Knight! This mower should just come with a bigger tank in the first place. You will be very happy you did this mod when you look back at your lawn after it’s cut and you didn’t have to stop to refuel. Thanks for watching!

    • @brodygoalie
      @brodygoalie Год назад +1

      Sad that you just spent like $1600.00 and you have to spend more $$ to upgrade the fuel tank. No disrespect but Toro must be laughing that they are selling their timemaster mower and watching those customers upgrading their mower. Hopefully they are embarrassed concerning this and will improve this mower plus their super recycler 21 inch mower to be as perfect as possible. Other manufacturers I assume see this and they have an opportunity to grow their customer base. I have no issues being loyal to Toro super recycler mower but they need to improve what they have now.

  • @Dave7160
    @Dave7160 Год назад +1

    Hi, JB how in the world did you get 6 lasts forever john deere mowers with Kawasaki engines? impressive find, keep all of them, just incase one breaks never hurts to have doubles and triples.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  Год назад

      A guy sold me all six and a huge box of parts for $300. They all had some major flaw except one which I gave to my dad. All the rest I parted out on eBay. Great mowers though! 👍👍👍👍👍👍

  • @classic89deerefever80
    @classic89deerefever80 3 месяца назад +1

    WHY ? not tee in the original tank?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 месяца назад

      You could try that 👍

  • @brodygoalie
    @brodygoalie Год назад +1

    Have you reviewed Ryobi cordless dethacher? I need a cordless dethacher and looking for you to recommend one. Much appreciated. Love your vids! Best regards

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  Год назад +1

      Hey Brody! Never had a need for one! Don’t have a thatch problem in my yard. I’ll look into this for the fall perhaps! Appreciate you my friend! 👍

  • @jstu45
    @jstu45 4 года назад +4

    Fuel cut off should be before the filter. Looks good.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      PayThePlumber yeah I wanted it right before the carb for quicker draining purposes. Thanks for watching

  • @dancoffman4336
    @dancoffman4336 2 года назад +1

    OMG..............the other day I had to add gas to my tank on my TM....that's 8 seconds I'll never get back

  • @coniccinoc
    @coniccinoc Год назад +1

    Would the Toro commercial 1 gal tank fin on the residential version? I don't know if they sell it as a replacement part but it could be an easy swap.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  Год назад

      You could modify it. Thanks for watching.

  • @jwkaman
    @jwkaman 2 года назад +4

    45 minutes is plenty for me before I need a beer break. If I want extended run times, I'd just use a riding lawn mower

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching jwkaman!

  • @whatisthis9495
    @whatisthis9495 3 года назад +2

    Yea they made the gas tank small for reasons. One they don't want people not using all the fuel in the cell frequent enough. Fuel goes bad, gums the carb. Two. Got to have a sell point to upgrade to the Turfmaster. I bought a used turfmaster that's 3 years old for 1500 off Facebook Marketplace. Worth the extra 200 bucks in my opinion.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for sharing Chris! How do you like the turf master? Which engine model does it have on it?

  • @ttyler333
    @ttyler333 3 года назад +3

    Surprised you didn’t weld a bar between the 2 supports. Looks very clean and better than I could do.
    Thanks for the video!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      That’s a great idea but I don’t have a welder. Still working great a year later! Thanks for checking out my channel!

  • @MyGreenLawn2019
    @MyGreenLawn2019 2 года назад +3

    I have 2 of these for my business, I also hate the foam piece in the tank, makes hard to fill sometimes. I love this MOD! thanks
    I will allow me to mow some of the properties I use these on longer between mows! New Sub, check out my stuff it you get a chance.
    I think I may try this mod! maybe... If I do it, I may just use thicker straps. Love this mod lol - So I'm curious, did you keep the mod on your mower?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +1

      Been using this mod for two years now no issues! Works great and I can mow for over 2.5 hours! You won’t regret doing it to your machine! I will definitely check out your channel! Thanks for watching my green lawn!

    • @MyGreenLawn2019
      @MyGreenLawn2019 2 года назад +2

      @@GarageGear thanks Garage Gear. If I do mod can I mention your channel? Also thanks for your support

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +1

      @@MyGreenLawn2019 absolutely my friend! Cool channel by the way! 👍👍

    • @MyGreenLawn2019
      @MyGreenLawn2019 2 года назад +1

      @@GarageGear thanks for checking it out

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +1

      @@MyGreenLawn2019 no problem my friend! You’ve got quite a few videos!

  • @davisonthomas4697
    @davisonthomas4697 3 года назад +2

    I am between the Timemaster and the SCAG 30. That is a lot of work for 1 gallon. Plus you still have pulley issues. I figure the gas yank work and pulley issues and being more industrial is worrh at least $500 off the price on the SCAG 30.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Hey Davison, the Scag 30 just came out not too long ago and I kinda wish I waited. The timemaster is a mid grade homeowner mower. The scag is more commercial grade so there will be big differences. Consider how much you have to mow and how much you will use it. I like the time master but there is a growing number of reasons I don’t like it which May end up in a video soon. I’m not sure if there are any current issues with the scag30. But they may be worth a look. Hope this helps! 👍

  • @chaselesser3191
    @chaselesser3191 3 года назад +1

    Briggs is to blame I have a craftsman with a 223, my 190cc has a much bigger tank.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      I heard they do that so commercial guys are forced to buy the more commercial models and spend the extra grand. You only find the gallon tanks on the commercial models.

  • @bac26c
    @bac26c 2 месяца назад +1

    Could you T the two together? lol SuPeR bIg GaStAnK

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 месяца назад +1

      @@bac26c sure could

  • @cm1133
    @cm1133 3 года назад +3

    I wish you could get this exact mower with a Honda GVC200 engine. The B&S engine is a deal breaker for me.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      ME TOO! Even if they had this mower with an upgraded engine they would sell! Thanks for watching CM!

    • @leadnsteel1428
      @leadnsteel1428 2 года назад

      you can get a kawasaki or a kohler swap

  • @bruce1031
    @bruce1031 2 года назад +2

    Gonna give this a try...looks great...I'm using a y adapter so I can utilize both gas thanks...Thanks, this was a problem for me
    Bruce

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Awesome Bruce! Mines been working great for a few years now! No issues and no stopping to fill up! You wont be disappointed my friend! Thanks for watching!

  • @excelerater
    @excelerater 3 года назад +2

    You could have just mounted the aux tank and put a bulkhead in-between them ..one option. I have a Time master. The big issues with this mower are the tank is too small ,it clogs too easily and needs a better engine. Honda power would really be a better motor

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      It definitely clogs too easily! I was thinking of doing a video on that soon. Thanks for watching excelerater!

  • @rick3747
    @rick3747 2 года назад +3

    Timemaster owner here, Toro should make a Timemaster limited edition to test the waters. It should have a gallon gas tank, bigger, softer wheels on back and front and casters on the front. Plus, it should have 1/4" increments in height adjustment. Those features alone would be well worth it and very popular say at $1799.00 for electric start.
    There are many of us home owners who looked at Turfmaster, Skag, Worldlawn, Ferris/Snapper and chose the Timemaster due to its features, ease of use and price compared to the so called "professional" machines.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +1

      Totally agree with your statement! I would entertain this purchase if it was available! Thanks for sharing Rick!

    • @rick3747
      @rick3747 2 года назад +1

      @Austin TA
      Cause I only have .45 acre and plus I am only 55 and still in great shape. BTW...I love walk behinds and I have enjoyed cutting grass since 1971.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      @Austin TA most riders won’t fit in my gated area.

  • @jimhumphrey7990
    @jimhumphrey7990 4 года назад +2

    Great Job the only thing I do not like about my Timemaster is the fuel tank 3-4 fills to cut my lawn this maybe a early spring project next year !!!!!!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      Jim Humphrey do it bud! You won’t regret it! Won’t take you long either! Thanks for watching!

  • @krowbar23
    @krowbar23 5 месяцев назад +1

    Id put a 1/4 inch y in fuel line run off both tanks.

  • @galvezlawncare2754
    @galvezlawncare2754 3 года назад +2

    Good job buddy
    Question for you would you recommend a time master
    Congrats for other people and I like to buy one of those

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Thank you! I like the timemaster but then there are reasons I don’t like the timemaster. I will be doing a video on this soon. I don’t like it because of the grass is even slightly damp it clogs up. Thanks for watching Galvez!

  • @maintenancebynathan2150
    @maintenancebynathan2150 4 года назад +2

    Great Job. Love my mower but have to refuel three times to mow my grass. I strategically place a one gallon gas can as I mow. Toro must own a gas can manufacturing company.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      MaintenanceBy Nathan I used to do something similar where I had a pre-determined path so I could stop about half way to refuel. Toro must be up to something lol! Thank you for watching!

  • @markoV1501
    @markoV1501 5 месяцев назад +1

    can u just conect new tank to old one and so you have 2 gallons of gas?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  5 месяцев назад

      Yes you could do that!

  • @jimmydirt4922
    @jimmydirt4922 Год назад +1

    For over $2000 you shouldn’t have to do this lol

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  Год назад +1

      That’s why I sold mine! Thanks for watching

  • @dennissaldana2326
    @dennissaldana2326 3 года назад +1

    Forget about a bigger gas tank try getting a better gas cap.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Are you referring to the one on the Briggs engine that comes with the mower?

  • @ryantoner8132
    @ryantoner8132 4 года назад +2

    I would have used a tee to use both tanks. Filling one tank would fill both

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад +1

      Ryan Toner after completing this project I realized that. Definitely a good idea! Thanks for watching!

  • @jwayne777
    @jwayne777 2 года назад +1

    At about $40 plus dollars with hoses brackets gas valve your looking at close to $60 plus dollars. At some point maybe buying a new mower with higher gas capacity is the cheaper long term option.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Hey Saul, there are not many other similar sized mowers in this category at this price point of $1100. You could go with a commercial version of this mower for $2000 that comes with a 1 gallon gas tank. Been mowing with this bigger tank now for about 1.5 seasons and it has saved me countless minutes of not having to stop and refill. Thanks for watching!

  • @ardalla535
    @ardalla535 3 года назад +1

    OR ... you could take a 1 liter plastic coke bottle, cut out the bottom and put it on top of the tank, smear some silicone caulk around the opening, then secure it with coat hangers duct taped to the bars. A Red Green special. For added efficiency you could weld the coat hangers then accept Jesus as your personal savior. What could go wrong? If the gas spills on the engine and explodes, you have to ticket to heaven.
    OR .. another great idea. Make a little 'hammock' between the bars that would carry a pint of gas. You run out, viola! no running back to the garage.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Great ideas Pat! Thanks for watching!

  • @JonsDailyHustle
    @JonsDailyHustle 4 года назад +3

    Thanks for sharing this with us, I'm looking at possibly picking one of these mowers up soon so this will help me out a lot

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад +2

      Jon's Daily Hustle no problem at all bud! Glad you found this helpful! Trust me, when you get this mower you’ll ask yourself why you didn’t get it sooner!

    • @JonsDailyHustle
      @JonsDailyHustle 4 года назад +1

      @@GarageGear lol I know that's right

  • @wmgiles8288
    @wmgiles8288 Год назад +1

    Great video. In fact, i was so inspired I built one using the specs you outlined. I have it all assembled, painted, and ready to install. I purchased new gas hose, clamps, fuel petcock, and filter to install. Now i am having second thoughts about installing it. My yard is not all that big and I dont really need it to be honest. So it is available for another TM owner to use for the costs i have in it plus shipping. Give me a shout here if you want it.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  Год назад

      Thanks for sharing this. Someone will take you up on this!

  • @tonyslawncare
    @tonyslawncare 2 года назад +1

    This is so cool i want mine to have this mod

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Hey Tony! Not a tough install at all. I think I have about 75 hours or so on the mower with that tank now. Been working great ever since I put it on! Never had to touch it since. Saves me time! Thanks for watching another my friend!

  • @denyswoodroffe490
    @denyswoodroffe490 Год назад

    Not really, it just kept clogging up, leaving our lawn looking so tremble. A great mulching finish. But the clogging was just to bad. Kiwi

  • @davescott5335
    @davescott5335 3 года назад +1

    Maybe you should patent this idea. Then Toro could buy it from you for $$$$$$.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      I like where your head is at Dave! Toro has a gallon gas tank on their commercial mowers but it’s ridiculously expensive. Some people have put it on the timemaster! I was trying to showcase the budget version lol! Thanks for checking out my channel!

  • @leadnsteel1428
    @leadnsteel1428 2 года назад +1

    Instead of drilling into the frame i just used JB weld.... its good shit

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Not a bad idea! Thanks for sharing leadnsteel! 👍

  • @larryspivey5146
    @larryspivey5146 4 года назад +2

    FORGET-WARRANTY-I'M GOING TO TRY THIS WITH MY NEW TIME MASTER.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      You won’t be disappointed! Mine’s working great! Never have to stop mid way and refill! Thanks for watching!

    • @MyGreenLawn2019
      @MyGreenLawn2019 2 года назад +1

      I think it’s a fun upgrade. Just for the WHY NOT factor lol

  • @websurfin9575
    @websurfin9575 4 месяца назад +1

    Intelligent guy there.... I'm impressed! Great job!!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 месяца назад +1

      Appreciate you web!

  • @jaycoffey4611
    @jaycoffey4611 2 года назад +1

    World lawn has a bigger gas tank and better engine

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Hey Jay, I’ve heard this a few times but how is the cut quality? If you have any information on this please let me know! Thanks for sharing! 👍

    • @jaycoffey4611
      @jaycoffey4611 2 года назад +1

      The cut quality is good in my book with the 2 mulching blades but with those blades it doesn't like wet grass

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      @@jaycoffey4611 thanks for the info Jay! I am always interested to see what similar models in this 30” category can do. There aren’t many options to choose from. Thanks for sharing 👍

  • @pewpewimbob
    @pewpewimbob 2 года назад +1

    Run a y fitting at the fuel filter and hook up to the oem gas tank. Even more gas

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Yep that’s a great idea too! Thanks for sharing!

  • @ThatOneShepherd1776
    @ThatOneShepherd1776 2 года назад +1

    The ziptie idea was hella smart considering I've used them on multiple cup holders on my Troy Bilt TB110 mower over the last few years. Well done.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад +1

      Thanks a lot Addison! Came in in a pinch! Thanks for watching and GO BILLS!

  • @simonsonlandscaping3035
    @simonsonlandscaping3035 3 года назад +1

    send me the the tank and the brackets how much?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      I’m not selling this as a pre-built kit. I included all of the parts in the description. You can purchase everything you need on amazon. Thanks for watching!

    • @MyGreenLawn2019
      @MyGreenLawn2019 2 года назад +2

      @@GarageGear there ya go Garage gear. Another business opportunity lol

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      @@MyGreenLawn2019 cool opportunity but too many ventures going on at the moment. Plus I made this RUclips video so people could do it themselves right?

  • @supajulz
    @supajulz 3 года назад +2

    Nice mod, thank for sharing.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Thanks Supajulz! It works great and never have to refill midway any more! Thanks for watching!

  • @nickleback9097
    @nickleback9097 5 месяцев назад

    FYI, The gas shut-off should be on the tank side of the filter for easy filter change

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  5 месяцев назад

      Thanks for sharing

  • @screaminpotato
    @screaminpotato 4 года назад +5

    Nice work! On the topic of the warranty... I’d think it’s rare that you have to send a mower in for warranty. Larger gas tank is well worth it.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад +1

      Screaminpotato couldn’t agree with you more bud! Definitely worth it! Don’t have to worry anymore about constantly filling it up. One and done! Lol! Thanks for watching!

    • @jackheinemann8780
      @jackheinemann8780 3 года назад

      Unless it is a extreme failure, in whichcase mods like this dont make a diffrence, id rather just fust fix it myself, thatway i canpregent it happening in the future

  • @therandomman6647
    @therandomman6647 3 года назад +1

    FUCK YEAH! TECUMSEH ALWAYS WINS WITH A CLEAN CARB

  • @WhitieInVermont
    @WhitieInVermont 4 года назад +2

    Great video JB. Modified perfectly!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      Whitie in Vermont thanks bud! It works well!!!

  • @nickwf70
    @nickwf70 Год назад

    Same problem on my stihl rm655rs with the Briggs, does 2/3 of the lawn then run out of fuel. I guess the idea is you don't leave old fuel in the tank too long. Also a compact package that fits many machines.

  • @jbynum67
    @jbynum67 3 года назад +2

    I can't imagine life without zip ties.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      The world would be a very dark place lol! That same zip tie is still holding strong for me! I doubt I’ll ever have to swap it out. Thanks for watching John! You Da MAN! 👍

    • @jbynum67
      @jbynum67 3 года назад +2

      @@GarageGear good stuff, buddy!

    • @MyGreenLawn2019
      @MyGreenLawn2019 2 года назад +1

      Lol

  • @rishikwatt483
    @rishikwatt483 2 года назад

    I just refill the gas tank more often. Compared to THIS bull$hit, I still spend less time by the end of two seasons.

  • @erichvonmolder9310
    @erichvonmolder9310 3 года назад

    After spending $600, then you got to add a small gas tank you install yourself? No way! All I want to do is cut my darn lawn. Toro needs to talk to Briggs and Stratton about this, which I assumed they have.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +2

      Hey Erich, I’m pretty sure toro keeps things this way so you are forced to by the commercial mowers with the bigger tanks. They’ve been running these Briggs engines on the home owner models for years now. At this point it’s unlikely we’ll see any change. Thanks for watching!

  • @joelopez5668
    @joelopez5668 4 месяца назад

    Y don't you use a spliter and use both tanks sir?

  • @CuttaSquad
    @CuttaSquad 4 года назад +1

    And I got this mower lol

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      Hit it with a bigger tank! You won’t be disappointed! Lol

  • @kenthorne7721
    @kenthorne7721 3 года назад

    I’m pretty sure the manufacturer would use this to deny any warranty claims

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      🤷‍♂️oh well! My TM has over 75 hours on it now. That warranty has been long gone. Thanks for watching!

  • @landctrain
    @landctrain 3 года назад

    All that extra work and modification with holes now in your mower and still a wobbly gas tank. Not to mention you probably voided what ever warrenty 3-5 years you had on the machine.......... Dude just fill the tank 1 extra time. How hard can that really be.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +2

      Did you watch the whole video?

  • @joemartinez2660
    @joemartinez2660 2 года назад +1

    Yes… I like!!!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching Joe!

  • @josephbenanti2811
    @josephbenanti2811 Год назад +1

    Looks good !!!

  • @CHEEZNIP12
    @CHEEZNIP12 3 года назад +1

    Nice!!!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Works great! Thanks for watching Daniel!

  • @jakelauer2599
    @jakelauer2599 3 года назад +2

    Im almost positive that the reason for the small gas tank is to push commercial guys into upgrading to the toro commercial 30

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      You make a very good point here! Thanks for watching!

  • @arturasnesakysiu1684
    @arturasnesakysiu1684 3 года назад

    comercial use is different, home owner wont use so much fuel, means fuel will go bad if left. Also lawn becomes heavier and not economical

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      I mow every 3-5 days. Fuel doesn’t sit for long in my tank. Thanks for checking out my channel.

    • @arturasnesakysiu1684
      @arturasnesakysiu1684 3 года назад

      @@GarageGear Well still it will be worse mile per gallon. More heavier it is more you will spend on gas

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      @@arturasnesakysiu1684 I’ll have to look up my time master on myfueleconomy.gov lol 🤣

    • @chrisgraham2904
      @chrisgraham2904 3 года назад

      @@arturasnesakysiu1684 Turn off the air conditioning and roll the windows up for better gas mileage. lol
      Hopefully, your only putting the higher priced premium gasoline in it anyways.

  • @danieldw2004
    @danieldw2004 4 года назад +1

    Did this when they first came out. You did it the hard way.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      dannycam how so? How did you install the gas tank?

    • @danieldw2004
      @danieldw2004 4 года назад +1

      @@GarageGear used factory parts and brackets from the 21 inch series. Bolted on and took about an hour.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  4 года назад

      dannycam very cool good idea!

    • @wattsobx
      @wattsobx 4 года назад

      @@danieldw2004 Do you mind explaining further? What aux tank did you use?

    • @danieldw2004
      @danieldw2004 4 года назад

      @@wattsobx I used all toro original parts. Toro tank, toro mounts, toro hose, toro caps, toro bolts.

  • @grege2383
    @grege2383 3 года назад +1

    Good video but DO NOT cut metal with that style of grinder! Sooner or later IT WILL kick out of your hands! I have one with the dead man trigger (Dewalt) , when it kicked out of my hands the cutting wheel hit the inside of my leg only putting a small scrape in my jeans. Had I been using the style you have it would have cut open my femoral arterie. Again good video but that grinder is an accident waiting to happen.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Thanks for the tip. I’m not the best metal fabricator. I appreciate the advice. Thanks for checking out my channel!

  • @manovawater8794
    @manovawater8794 2 года назад +1

    Man, you nailed it!!! The small fuel tank is one of the most glaring shortcomings of this mower; adding in the low turbulent deck which allows clogging and the most irritating of them all, the marginal power in thicker/taller mowing situations....and still no redesign!!! Question: could a more powerful predator engine be mount to this deck without much modifications?

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  2 года назад

      Hey Manova, they definitely need to redesign this thing! After using it for a for a few years you start to see all it’s short comings like you said. If you can make an engine swap work it may help. Might be an issue with the shaft length though. I head this is a common issue! Thanks for watching!

  • @JMD535
    @JMD535 3 года назад +1

    Great idea!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад +1

      It’s been working GREAT! No issues whatsoever!

    • @JMD535
      @JMD535 3 года назад +1

      @@GarageGear I picked up my Timemaster this past Friday from HD. This mower is quite Powerful! For instance, some YT vids don't give an accurate view of how fast it is in terms of walk speed! If I depress the Personal Walk-Speed lever all the way in,...I will have to Run behind the mower. Yes RUN! Also, I just did my first mod of turning the Pull Cord assembly to the Left,...my next mod will be a Hour Meter. I'm not sure if I'll need a large gas tank until I make my first full mow.
      Oh,..one more thing, I saw many vids where there was concerns about the Timemaster climbing hills! There is one area in my yard that I consider a Hill,...as in,...I have to use more effort to walk up it let alone mow grass on it. Well, my Timemaster flew up that incline as if it wasn't even there. This mower is crazy Powerful!
      One last caveat,...and I the only person that thinks it look like an exotic super car when view at a 45-degree profile angle! Simply stunning...

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      @@JMD535 it is a very powerful mower! And I agree with you on the exotic car caveat! Everyone stares at it in my garage. It’s kinda funny to watch their faces! It’s just such a big mower and unique design people aren’t used to seeing!

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      Congrats on your purchase too!

  • @evanbouchard7531
    @evanbouchard7531 3 года назад

    Don’t get the commercial version of this mower it is way to heavy

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      I heard that. I wonder why? The components all seem similar. Any ideas?

    • @TaylorLuna-fs9eo
      @TaylorLuna-fs9eo 3 года назад +1

      More metal parts. It is heavy. The timemaster is great for knocking out small lawns because it is a 30 but you can still maneuver it efficient.

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      @@TaylorLuna-fs9eo good to know! Thanks for sharing Evan! 👍

  • @eagerlawncare3700
    @eagerlawncare3700 3 года назад

    Don't really care about warranties

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      I agree! They are short lived and kind of a hassle! Thanks for watching!👍

    • @chrisgraham2904
      @chrisgraham2904 3 года назад +1

      If your using this mower commercially, there's no warranty anyways.

    • @eagerlawncare3700
      @eagerlawncare3700 3 года назад +1

      @@chrisgraham2904 nope I have a 2 year warranty on my mower, commercially

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      @@chrisgraham2904 I found this on the toro website regarding any and all actual warranties. www.toro.com/getpub/167328

  • @eagerlawncare3700
    @eagerlawncare3700 3 года назад

    That's not going to work...need to zip tie it

    • @GarageGear
      @GarageGear  3 года назад

      20 hours going strong. The zip tie is there to stop the wobble it had. It’s working out great. I can mow for 2 hours and double cut without stopping. Thanks for watching!