Fix a Toro Recycler - Starts Then Dies

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  • Опубликовано: 21 дек 2024

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  • @TheWizdry
    @TheWizdry 8 месяцев назад +6

    You are a life saver! We have only had the mower about two, maybe three mowing seasons. When things break everyone looks to me to FIX it what ever IT may be. The grass is growing, I can hear it in my sleep. The it rains for two days making the grass grow even more.
    Well, I did the preliminary stuff like draining the tank, air filter, but had no clue how to tackle the carburetor. I found a couple ants in the gas thinking that might be the issue. The gas cap somehow lost a gasket on the bottom and won’t close tightly I’m sure part of the problem. Anyway, after my efforts it still would not stay running with fresh gas. Getting ready to tackle the carburetor. Wish me luck.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  8 месяцев назад +2

      Take your time, it's pretty straight forward. Avoid carb spray on those little O-rings on that jet cartridge in the carb. They will swell up and not be usable. Thanks for watching!

    • @TheWizdry
      @TheWizdry 8 месяцев назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady Thank you so very much.

    • @ayvogt
      @ayvogt 7 месяцев назад

      @@TheWizdry Did it work? The people have to know

    • @TheWizdry
      @TheWizdry 7 месяцев назад +1

      @@ayvogt Yes! Success! Sorry you all. Mower is back to normal, functioning with one pull start as designed. Took video of part of the disassembly to not confuse the two metal arms; throttle and ??. I bit tricky hooking those back in. Video with this video where life savers. Also; making sure the air/exhaust that just kind of slides onto the back of the carburetor is truly in place, a bit tricky. ORIGINALLY Ran into a non starting mower, because I didn’t know the gasket had fallen off under the gas cap letting in debris and ANTS. Cleaned the plastic fuel jet part in clean gas and blowing it out with compressed air. Success!

  • @jeregist4586
    @jeregist4586 2 года назад +13

    Enjoyed listening to your instructions. UNLIKE others on You Tube, you were LOUD enough, spoke clearly, and maintained camera angle great. Good Instructions. Thank you, Ma'am.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад +1

      Awesome, thank you! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

  • @frankie7508
    @frankie7508 Год назад +16

    What makes her videos so good are the explanations in clear demonstrations with the camera. She's efficient and doesn't waste energy or conversation on non essential items. She's a real pro!!!👍👍👍

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      Wow, thank you! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

    • @raeray8245
      @raeray8245 6 месяцев назад

      fits exactly into my learning abilities! :D

    • @caricarcaricar
      @caricarcaricar 3 месяца назад

      Yes to the a above! Third time cleaning this carb and by far the best video!!

  • @billh1405
    @billh1405 2 месяца назад +1

    The best video I’ve ever seen explaining step-by-step procedure. Bravo!

  • @jjacobsjr1
    @jjacobsjr1 Год назад +2

    I have the identical mower, my wife purchased it for me 5 yrs ago. Almost immediately it began stalling intermittently and running rough. I could never correct the issue until watching your video. Disassembled the carb as shown and found nothing glaring, put it back together and it works perfect. Similar to your unit you were working on. Thank you so much !!!!

  • @CSHayes
    @CSHayes 2 года назад +9

    It's a shame that companies are making today's equipment to be thrown away after a few seasons. Plastic carbs, No Oil changes, plastic engine parts. These pieces of equipment will not last 15-20 years like the mowers made in years past. Great video and I love how detailed you are in your explanation of what you're doing. Thanks!

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад +1

      I agree Mr Chris! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

    • @TheCarnager
      @TheCarnager 3 месяца назад

      yeah my old snapper I had as a child was a beast. I would run with it in rabbit mode.

  • @raeray8245
    @raeray8245 6 месяцев назад +5

    I just fixed the toro and mowed the lawn for the first time this year! I love you beyond words! I want to send you chocolates! :D

  • @Geezer1955
    @Geezer1955 Год назад +2

    Well I fixed mine last year after watching this video, got back up here from Florida and it’s doing the same thing so getting a refresher course again. Lol thanks again!

  • @alexpesta6753
    @alexpesta6753 2 месяца назад

    I had the same thing occur with my Toro. I took off the carb and cleaned (twice) and was just about to take it somewhere. I watched your video and tipped it (towards the carb) and it started up and ran. Unreal. Thank you!

  • @marksaavedra6971
    @marksaavedra6971 5 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you for the great video! I was just about to toss my lawnmower in the trash until I did this. This was a Father's Day gift from my boys. Ran out of gas, put in clean gas, and then it died. The only thing I would be careful with is the float metal rod, it falls off easily if you remove it. Thanks again!

  • @coolbreeze2213
    @coolbreeze2213 Год назад +4

    Cleaning the carburetor is something I need to learn to do myself. This video was awesome! It was easy to follow. Thank you for making this.

  • @redsuz410
    @redsuz410 8 месяцев назад

    You are my hero! I tried many things to fix my mower. Only you were able to explain everything clearly. All of the men I spoke to said to just buy another one. You are the best! Thank you!

  • @baldeagle242
    @baldeagle242 3 года назад +13

    Gotta love the Jello-y stuff! I think these plastic carbs clog worse than any carb out there. Maybe it's just that there are so darn many of them out there. Great video Stella, I love your calm easy to understand explanations.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Mr Steve! I will say they are very east to work on, very few parts to wear out or break. Cheers!

    • @tonytiger33
      @tonytiger33 2 года назад

      They also warp if they are tank mounted carbs and the lawnmower will surge and lose a considerable amount of power trying to get through thick tall grass but the most pain in the butt problem is it will not prime I had to keep taking the air filter off and putting a finger on a port that is above the auto choke plate to prime the carb and engine, plastic on an aluminum alloy surface will eventually warp, I believe I was putting my finger over the breather port.

  • @billstiles487
    @billstiles487 2 года назад +1

    New to your channel but rest assured that I'm following you now thanks to the live broadcast today with Steve. I'm glad he introduced us.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      Thanks Mr Bill. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

  • @DeltaTwoNovember
    @DeltaTwoNovember Год назад +1

    This video saved me from major headaches! First time with this kind of motor/carb. Thanks so much!

  • @diegomontoya796
    @diegomontoya796 4 месяца назад +2

    I do all the maintenance as a greenskeeper.
    Pays more than being a small engine mechanic.
    Thanks for the info.
    Saves the company paying people like you.

  • @nicklieder8149
    @nicklieder8149 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for the detailed information, a neighbor had one of these at the curb so I grabbed it for my son to help me with the yard. Thought we could fix it up together. I remember my first mower, I hope this one is special for him too!

  • @stephenbieschke6525
    @stephenbieschke6525 2 года назад +1

    Thanks!

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      You bet Mr Stephen! Thank you for your support! Cheers!

  • @SteveLombardi58
    @SteveLombardi58 Год назад +1

    Thank you! You saved me time and money with your instructions. I didn't even need to remove the carb, just cleaning it and all the linkages with Gumout did the trick for me. I found green jello-like crud on the linkage hinges.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      Happy to help. I do appreciate you watching. Cheers!

  • @Geezer1955
    @Geezer1955 2 года назад

    Great details in your video! I bought one of these used, ran great till the end of the first mow then started lopeing. Tried to start today and it started then immediately stopped. I used your video to disassemble and clean carb. Never saw any gunk or debris at all! Blew everything out. Lo and behold it fired right up! Thanks for posting!

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      Glad you got it up and running Mr Mark! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

  • @1jantheman1
    @1jantheman1 3 года назад +4

    Always very clear and to the point instructions with quality video angles and lighting which makes it so easy to see what your doing. I learn so much from you. Thank You!!

  • @tracychadwick
    @tracychadwick 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you so much! This video gave me the confidence to dig into my carbourater. Like you, there was nothing obvious, but taking it apart and cleaning it seemed to do the trick! Thank you!

  • @RaysLaughsAndLyrics
    @RaysLaughsAndLyrics 3 года назад +1

    Here I was all set to volunteer to be a Toro Phalbearer ..but as usual you came through with a perfect repair. Best of the Season to You and Yours.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      Thanks Mr Ray, you too! Best wishes for a warm and Happy Holiday. Cheers! 🎄🎉🍻

  • @gregphillips6699
    @gregphillips6699 6 месяцев назад

    You are fantastic. So informative with the absolute best tutorial delivery. Thank you for all you do for us diy’ers! God bless you and keep em coming!

  • @barneyfyfe8313
    @barneyfyfe8313 Год назад

    Great video! My Toro 21464 (one year old) starts great but stalls during use. It didn't stall last year.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад +1

      A good carburetor clean might help.

    • @barneyfyfe8313
      @barneyfyfe8313 Год назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady My thoughts too. Your video will help. The old Toro was easier.

  • @andersforrad
    @andersforrad 3 года назад +2

    Nice one Stella! Those links can be a real pain sometimes. What a lovely end - gave me a great laugh 😆 Cheers!

  • @DigitalFreak007
    @DigitalFreak007 5 месяцев назад

    Great video, super clear instructions and great job focusing camera exactly where you need to be. Saved me from a lot of stress. Cheers

  • @solarbass2940
    @solarbass2940 Год назад

    Super helpful thanks so much ! Wanted to confirm that E-zero gas is important for this mower - look for it at Maverik stations. I recommend using neoprene work gloves when exposing your hands to gasoline and solvents.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      Yep. I always urge folks to use non-ethanol if it’s available in their area. It’s pretty harsh on rubber bits, and when the alcohol evaporates, you have water left over. Thanks for watching.

  • @jscott1000
    @jscott1000 2 года назад +2

    Beautiful. This was my second time doing it but I forgot all the fine details. This was exactly what I needed.

  • @daverivas1267
    @daverivas1267 2 года назад +2

    Great video! If I might make a suggestion on these Briggs plastic carbs concerning the auto choke. I like to take the plastic piece coming from the choke linkage off with a small screwdriver so you don't have to fiddle with the Z bend. You just snap it back in place on the stud on reassembly. Give it a try. Thanks, again.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад +1

      Thanks Mr Dave! I'll give that a try next time I get one of these on my lift. Cheers!

  • @johnnyreagan1
    @johnnyreagan1 3 года назад +1

    Awesome video Stella, very thorough and well explained. Keep up the great work. Yes we are still here, you can't get rid of that fast!!

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Thank you so much Mr JJ! Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers!

  • @micornerlotgarden8767
    @micornerlotgarden8767 2 года назад

    Thank you. I just took the bowl off let the gas drain and seen slime. Assembled and it works

  • @randyr.212
    @randyr.212 8 месяцев назад

    My toro recycler is only a year old. One mowing season. It was running rough then stopped and won't even try to start. I use ethanol free gas and it has new oil in it. Checked the air filter and it was really clogged up, so I cleaned that. I've never had a mower quit after 1 year. It's under warranty but the mower dealer I bought it from closed up. I guess I could check the carb...just doesn't seem it would do this after one season? Thanks for your video.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  8 месяцев назад

      Sorry to hear that. Definitely drain out all the fuel from the tank and the carb bowl. Set the mower in the sunlight to dry out completely. Even using ethanol-free fuel can develop condensation over the winter if the tank is not topped off. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

    • @randyr.212
      @randyr.212 8 месяцев назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady Thanks for your advice. I'll give it a shot.

  • @markt9169
    @markt9169 Год назад

    Thanks for your help love you no nonsense approach to your trouble shooting and I hear you mention the gas cap can cause a problem, Toro is giving me trouble I clean the carburetor and still having problems getting it started and notice there’s and ring around the cap that has come dislocated could that be causing the problem
    Thanks for the help Mat

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      If it's hard starting, but runs OK after it gets going, it's either the choke butterfly (if equipped- should be completely closed when cold) or the primer bulb (if equipped is not getting enough fuel to prime it for easy starting. Hope this helps. Thanks for watching!

  • @dimebagjared
    @dimebagjared Год назад +1

    Perfect instructional video.
    Thank you for taking the time.

  • @steven4686
    @steven4686 3 года назад +1

    I always use non ethanol gas in all my small engines and recommend my customers use it also if they want to avoid the moister problems from ethanol gasoline. I always enjoy watching your videos. I'm hoping more will watch.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      Thanks for sharing Mr Steven! I've been telling my clients the same thing. I'm pretty sure this owner uses ethanol free. She didn't say how often she loans out her mower, but she did tell me she didn't give them ethanol free. After watching some other videos, I'm thinking some of that jello is residue of detergents they put in all grades of fuel, (at least here in the US) I really appreciate you watching. Cheers!

    • @Mr_Tecumseh
      @Mr_Tecumseh 3 года назад

      I wish cheap non ethanol fuel was readily available where I live. But unfortunately it's not, so there isn't much choice in the matter, unless you wanna pay $20 a gallon for tru-fuel, but I'm not wealthy enough to afford it.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      @@Mr_Tecumseh yep, it’s around $1 more per gallon around here. Never made any sense to me, more expensive for less processing and fewer additives.

    • @steven4686
      @steven4686 3 года назад +1

      @@Mr_Tecumseh You're correct non ethanol fuel is not available very readily in many areas there's only one gas station in my area that carries it in our population is around 200000 people.

    • @Rattletrap2
      @Rattletrap2 2 года назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady I loaned my lawnmower out (ONCE!) and the guy put junk fuel in it that was half water! Never again!

  • @bestherc1951
    @bestherc1951 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you very much I was able to fix my Toro, my neighbor's daughter put water instead of gas I am retired and my cheque is not that much I decided to try it and it worked, maybe I become the the old lady from my neighborhood that fix lawn mower, just kidding I have problems with my lower ack and my knees but I feel great I was able to fix it thanks to you; I forgot to tell you I am close to 73. Thanks again I will watch the rest of your videos.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  9 месяцев назад

      Wow! I'm so happy I could help you. I hear ya on the knees and back. But I figure it's good exercise. LOL. I really appreciate you watching my videos. Cheers!

  • @dfields9511
    @dfields9511 3 года назад

    Good job,
    I have seen some of those Briggs where the needle is plastic with a rubber tip. And the tip comes off easy.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Not fond of those myself Mr Fields. Thanks for watching !

  • @JoyceSpencer-n5q
    @JoyceSpencer-n5q 9 месяцев назад +1

    Your videos are great...easy to see and understand what you're doing!!

  • @chrisp9818
    @chrisp9818 2 года назад +1

    Awesome video! I have the same annoying mower and have cleaned out the carb about 5+ times now, and it runs for a while sometimes getting the whole yard, sometimes not and then just stops running. Maybe the jet pack needs to be replaced, or the float and pin, which all looks pretty good, maybe the whole carburetor, any ideas? It looks pretty clean every time I clean it out too, I’m ready to trash this lawn mower, and it’s only a couple seasons old….like I want to blow it up with major amounts of C4…

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      Thanks for watching. There still might be some crud in those tiny holes. You can get a new fuel stack for about $12 or so. Does it restart OK? If not maybe an ignition coil breaking down?

    • @chrisp9818
      @chrisp9818 2 года назад +1

      @@TheLawnmowerLady yep, it starts and then dies…. And after cleaning it runs for a while then dies. I checked the fuel tank flow too seems good, thought it might be a clogged cap. Guess I’ll try a new stack next. Guaranteed to start, but not keep running, grrr…

  • @DrLaFuria
    @DrLaFuria Год назад +1

    You are one slick operator. I have the same mower. Tks

  • @davidhardt9924
    @davidhardt9924 3 месяца назад +1

    great video fascinating stuff way above my pay grade

  • @BuckrBill
    @BuckrBill 8 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome thanks so much… your instructions were exceptionally easy to follow peace from Vancouver island

  • @user-kr9mh5oi1q
    @user-kr9mh5oi1q Год назад

    I have a toro with the plastic carb. Mowing and stopped to change the cut height. Would not restart. pulled the air cleaner off and was full of gas. So got it up on the bench and pulled the carb. and this thing has a plastic needle in it... and not sure how but it would not seat. cleaned everything and put it back together. Will check rpm seems to be running a little slow. 22 in and I could not figure out how to adjust the rpm, you helped me with that too...THANKS....did see the carbs for sale on ebay for less than $20. Seems high for $2 worth of plastic LOL

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      I agree about the cost, but to be fair, that plastic carb is very simple, with very little to go wrong. Thanks for watching.

  • @herman58100
    @herman58100 8 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you once again....always a great video...👍🏻

  • @retrorestore
    @retrorestore 3 года назад +1

    First time i;ve seen one of your vids Stella, impressed with your approach and diagnosis and deserves a sub from me.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      Thanks Mr Martin! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

  • @mikecolbourn7591
    @mikecolbourn7591 5 месяцев назад

    Outstanding. One of the best instructional videos I have seen. I have the same machine that was lent out without my knowledge only to be returned dead. The small engine place said it would be 4-6 weeks before they could look at it. Voila! Running like a champ. TYTYTY

  • @nicolabooth6075
    @nicolabooth6075 3 года назад +2

    Hi, I've just found your channel and I think you are absolutely great, I'm a gardener and I do all my own repairs on my equipment and other peoples equipment, I use aspen 2 in all my two stroke equipment all the time and aspen 4 in both my Honda mowers near the end of the season so I don't have a problem with ethanol. I don't like the "never change the oil, just top up" rubbish too and I'm not that keen on the plastic carbs. Wishing you a lovely new year and keep up the great work and the great videos.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      Thank you so much for watching Mr Nicola! Happy new year to you too! Cheers! 🎊🥂😊

  • @apostlej2015
    @apostlej2015 7 месяцев назад

    Great job. This happened to me today. I didnt even do half your steps and it started. Thx again

  • @Shannon-
    @Shannon- 4 месяца назад

    My Toro 22 is different. Yesterday the engine was reving when I turned it on. After a couple minutes it sounded semi normal. Started cutting my grass and it died. My carburetor area was very dirty. Gas has been leaking from where I put gas in if I fill it more than 1/2 way. No sure what the problem is? It's taken apart right now. Going to work on it today. Great video!

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  4 месяца назад +1

      I hope you figured out the problem. Cheers!

    • @Shannon-
      @Shannon- 4 месяца назад

      @TheLawnmowerLady Thank ls so much! I fixed it I think? I cannot get the spark plug off though? I know it needs a new one it still hesitates and the engine reves for a minute when I start it. I don't know what socket I need to take it off?

  • @jeffbostic1490
    @jeffbostic1490 4 месяца назад

    Thanks for the great video. Very clear and easy to follow.

  • @virgilrodriguez8113
    @virgilrodriguez8113 3 месяца назад

    GREAT Video, Now I am going to tackle my project with confidence. Thanks. Would you know the part # to the air filter cover? Mine cracked

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 месяца назад +1

      I do not offhand. Use the parts lookup on any major parts house: partstree, jackssmallengines, etc. to get the right part no.

  • @tomdavidson115
    @tomdavidson115 2 года назад

    A big, big thank you. Followed your video, did what you made easy work of. I could carry you on my shoulders and run around the block singing your praises. Hope your days beautiful like a unicorn fartin rainbows.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      LOL, that's an image that will stick in my head all day. Glad it helped. Cheers!

  • @georgemyers6518
    @georgemyers6518 3 года назад +2

    Great video as always.
    From what I’m seeing of the plastic carburetors,they are much easier to troubleshoot.
    It’s like any other new concept.just a matter of becoming familiar with it.
    Please keep the videos coming

  • @brettkessinger5819
    @brettkessinger5819 Год назад

    I have this same mower. How can I add a push start like this one has? Thax

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      I think that will be complicated, as it requires a different flywheel. It has to mesh with a starter gear, and house a battery somehow.

  • @annad4863
    @annad4863 Год назад

    What kind of tension or play should the metal auto-choke arm linkage have? On mine, it's pretty sticky (?) or caught. It has full motion but it's definitely not smooth like when I pull on the throttle linkage. Should it be similar to the throttle arm? The plastic part it connects to also seems to barely clear the spring, it's just about to graze it- surely that's not right.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      Definitely hard to diagnose over the internet, but yes, both should move freely.

  • @benp7164
    @benp7164 5 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the info. Very informative. I have a question for checking and oil level. Should we check the oil level when the engine is hot or cold.? Should the level in the full position?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  5 месяцев назад

      I honestly think with this small of an engine, it really won't make a difference between hot/cold. What does make a difference is un-level ground, and you should give it about 3-5 minutes after stopping the mower for the oil that has splashed up in the crankcase to settle back into the oil sump. Thanks for watching. Cheers!

    • @benp7164
      @benp7164 5 месяцев назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady Thanks for the update. I have a same 163 cc Toro Lawn mower which has the same problem (i.e. starts at full power. After about a minute, the engine starts slowing down. Then after just another 2-3 minutes, it stalls). I have replaced the main valve and then follow with a brand new carb. However, I still have the same problem. Any idea or advise? Thanks.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  5 месяцев назад

      @@benp7164 if it happens with a replacement car, I'd look towards a fuel flow issue. Either a collapsed fuel line, or a clogged fuel filter. There is a fine mesh filter inside these tanks, there just might be an accumulation of dirt and debris good luck

    • @benp7164
      @benp7164 5 месяцев назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady I have removed the fuel tank and clean it before replaced the car. However, still has the same problem. Thx for the advise. I will check the fuel line.

  • @billydsdetectingadventures2909
    @billydsdetectingadventures2909 3 месяца назад

    I followed your instructions were fantastic btw. Before I started it would start then instantly die. I took it apart cleaning every item, followed your instructions. I drained the tank and put fresh gas in the tank. It started and ran for a good 2 minutes then just died. I'm back to square one. Any suggestions please. Pretty please. Lol, help. Lol: update:I had the drain bowl turned 180°.It's running like a champ now. So very grateful for your video. THANK YOU! LAWN MOWER LADY!!

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 месяца назад

      Glad you got it sorted. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

  • @jonlambshead6593
    @jonlambshead6593 2 года назад

    Another Great Video, Well Explained . A Joy To Watch You At Work. Hi From Australia

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      G-day Mr Jon! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

  • @ralphhall8738
    @ralphhall8738 3 года назад +1

    Great video Stella I don't agree with the no change oil I change oil in all my Machinery every year sometimes twice a year I am 51 years old now but I have been working on lawn mower since I was 12 years old the good thing is with your videos you're always learning something new Merry Christmas to you from Ralph's small engine repair

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      Thanks for watching Mr Ralph! I think the no oil change thing is just another example of planned obsolescence, a factor of our throw away society. Best wishes for a warn and Happy Holiday to you. Cheers! 🎄🎉🍻

  • @upacrk11
    @upacrk11 5 месяцев назад

    Great presentation! Boy, I wish you lived nearby! 😘

  • @markyour6998
    @markyour6998 2 года назад

    Hello and thank you for your instructional video. I'm a woman that fixes her own lawn mower too. Question: do you have a video that shows how to test and adjust the rpm?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      Thanks! I use an inordinately pricey tachometer purchased for a different purpose. There are several less expensive ones out there. Generally speaking, increasing the spring tension on the governor return arm will increase the RPM on any of these small engines. I do show that in many videos, but The only video I have with that as the main subject is: ruclips.net/video/s1eiIAJC_jo/видео.html There are links in the description of several tachometers. Cheers!

  • @evanminix6522
    @evanminix6522 2 месяца назад

    Please verify that you can shoot carb clean or air completely through the fuel line insert, that comes out of a golden tiny hole. This is where my mower was plugged. Had to take it apart twice. Thanks for your help. And if you’re doing this make sure the bowl fills back up with fuel after you reconnect fuel line

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 месяца назад

      I would only use air, carb spray is brutal on rubber and plastic bits.

  • @dadmau5_338
    @dadmau5_338 Год назад

    This looks super promising. Will work on it in a few hours. 😊

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      Hope it helps. Cheers!

    • @dadmau5_338
      @dadmau5_338 Год назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady You helped a lot! I ended up replacing the entire carburetor... the fact they are like $18 and the Float Needle Valve is like $16, I guess it was easier for me to do that. 😆 Thank you so much for the video!

  • @tonytiger33
    @tonytiger33 2 года назад

    Lawn mower lady how do I raise the idle on a tank mounted carb? Do I readjust the air gap of the coil? Or how do I make the throttle spring tighter to raise the idle on this Briggs and Stratton eng?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      ruclips.net/video/s1eiIAJC_jo/видео.html Although this video is 9n a Briggs Quantum engine, the principle is the same, there will be a tab or bracket where the governor return spring attaches. Increase the tension on that spring, by bending the bracket will increase RPM. Thanks for watching.

  • @David-rj7hi
    @David-rj7hi 6 месяцев назад

    I have a toro tecumseh self pace mower 21inch new carb adjusted float new shut off cable..will start when primed then died runs a minute..what you think wrong

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  6 месяцев назад

      Air leak! I'm assuming you put on an aftermarket carb? They are hit and miss (as you might have discovered) I'd be cleaning and re-building the original carb.

  • @Big_Johns
    @Big_Johns 3 года назад +1

    Nice video Ms Stella, very detailed and easy to follow for this slower viewer. 🙂👍🏼

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Mr John! 🙂

    • @Big_Johns
      @Big_Johns 3 года назад +1

      Anytime ma’m 🙂🙂

    • @almclean4835
      @almclean4835 3 года назад +1

      It’s to easy on these English speaking channels 😁

    • @Big_Johns
      @Big_Johns 3 года назад +1

      LoL Al.... I'm still having a little trouble with Ms Stella's english, she speaks Carolinaese and I havent found that one on google translate yet. 🤣🤣

    • @almclean4835
      @almclean4835 3 года назад

      @@Big_Johns 😁😁😁

  • @patthesoundguy
    @patthesoundguy 2 года назад

    The follow up texts are gold! About a month ago I serviced a snowblower for a co worker and he used after a huge storm and called me cursing and swearing that the machine just died like it wasn't getting fuel. I tossed one of my blowers on the trailer just in case he hadn't finished his driveway and went over to have a look. He had run it dry of fuel 🤦

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад +1

      Haha Mr Pat! I hope your customer had the same sense of humour when the real problem was revealed. Cheers!

    • @patthesoundguy
      @patthesoundguy 2 года назад +1

      @@TheLawnmowerLady he sure did have a sense of humor about it, he is a super nice guy

  • @kan815k
    @kan815k 4 месяца назад

    I have same carburetor system.
    Old carb and bought new carb, they both after 15 - 30 minutes of using, starts to fuel running out out carb.
    Any ideas?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  4 месяца назад

      Bad needle/seat. Many aftermarket carburetors are cheap, and inexpensive and often fail. That's why I prefer to repair, rather then replace.

  • @Matthew-ef5cx
    @Matthew-ef5cx 6 месяцев назад

    Hey do you know if you can safely run a shot or fuel stabilizer through a lawn mower?
    I have a Honda motorcycle with 4 carborators?/ I believe, and a mechanic told me instead of paying to have those hard to reach places cleaned - add a shot of stabilizer to the gas tank and run it empty before winter. Then at winter, fill up the gas tank and add another shot of stabilizer at the top.
    Oil change is easy on the mower, but I’m not so confident on cleaning the carborator.
    Do you know if some fuel stabilizer could do the same thing?
    It’s gasoline and 4 cycle etc.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  6 месяцев назад +1

      Fuel stabilizer helps. but eventually some gunk will end up in there. Not that difficult to clean. These plastic carbs are very simple and easy to service. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

    • @Matthew-ef5cx
      @Matthew-ef5cx 6 месяцев назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady thanks :)
      Yeah I’ll watch it a couple more times and try it.
      The oil change alone does wonders, but that’s definitely the next thing it needs.
      I had to mow a lawn without the air filter because it wouldn’t run with it, so I’m sure it needs a cleaning - or just new pieces if they come in plastic now.
      Great videos

  • @benchan5854
    @benchan5854 Год назад

    Have an exact same model that has the same issue, cleaned carb twice, made sure no water in fuel system, checked spark plug and cleaned, adjusted ignition coil gap, but still starts and dies. Couldn't think of other issue. Any input would be appreciated

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад +1

      I've seen the tiniest bit of debris clog up that fuel cartridge. You can try replacing just the fuel stack: amzn.to/3LF3m9x

    • @benchan5854
      @benchan5854 Год назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady found the issue - was the carburetor. Replaced it with a spare one fired right up. Gonna cleaned the old carb again and will try to locate where exactly is clogged. Thanks again

  • @Mr_Tecumseh
    @Mr_Tecumseh 3 года назад

    I only had one of these newer style Toros with the 163cc engine and it had roughly 3x more oil in it than it should have. So I had to dump out 2/3's of it and than start it and let it burn off all the excess smoke for about 10 minutes. After that it was fine. I love when people add too much oil thinking it's a good thing.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Thanks for watching Mr T! I figure it’s the one thing folks feel like is in their skill set, I mean how hard can it be to crack the cap on a bottle of oil? No tools required 🤷🏼‍♀️

  • @thewiseguy7100
    @thewiseguy7100 7 месяцев назад

    Please help I have a Toro 7.25 163CC.. Mower wouldn’t start, so I cleaned the carburetor, changed the spark plug and air filter and only starts and then dies. What can it be?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  7 месяцев назад

      Did you completely disassemble the white plastic fuel stack in the carb? Those are notorious for the slightest bit of grit clogging up the system. Also check for good fuel flow through the carb. Maybe a partially collapsed fuel line?

  • @biggaspirit1
    @biggaspirit1 3 года назад

    Always learning Mrs Lawnmower Lady thank you. Best Wishes for Christmas and the New Year.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Thank you Mr Bigga! Warm Holiday wishes for you too. Cheers! 🎄🥂🎉

  • @dLLund
    @dLLund Год назад +1

    thank you yet again for posting.

  • @ronniebarker79
    @ronniebarker79 3 года назад

    As always lawnmower lady very helpful content and keep them coming hope your gonna have time out this year with the family

  • @reneerowse
    @reneerowse 2 года назад

    Hi, I found this video because the spring on top of the carb was disconnected and I did not know where to attach it. The video was so good that I went ahead and took everything apart, cleaned it, and reassembled it like you showed. I did not find any problems. The original problem is that the mower quit and I could not pull the cord. I disconnected the spark plug for safety and had a very hard time turning the blade with my hand. I went as far as to pull the plug, drop a little motor oil into the plug hole and was able to get the blade to turn by hand. I replaced the spark plug but still, the mower will not even try to start. Any ideas?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад

      Did you check the level of the oil? I don't want to assume it's seized, but that is a possibility. Maybe a bent crankshaft? Thanks for watching.

  • @BrucesShop
    @BrucesShop 3 года назад +2

    Nice work Stelllllaaaaaaaa

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Thank you kindly Mr Bruce! Hope you and Mrs P have Happy and Warm Holidays, Cheers! 🎄🎉

  • @rogermcdonald1607
    @rogermcdonald1607 3 года назад

    Nice video Stella, and your one of the few that doesn't bad mouth Briggs plastic carbs. I happen to like them ,but as you pointed out about not over tightening the hardware. Merry Christmas Stella and Happy New Year! 🌲👍🇺🇸Roger

  • @landoncarter6452
    @landoncarter6452 6 месяцев назад

    I tried this fix on our neighbors Toro 22" Recycler, but it didn't work. It still starts then dies. Not sure what else to try; it runs fine if I spray carb cleaner into the carburetor so it seems like it must be a fuel delivery problem. Plenty of gas is getting through the fuel line to the carb. There was some debris in the gas when I drained the tank. Using fresh ethanol free gas did not help. It does have spark. Any other ideas about what to check? Should I try a fuel filter in the fuel line (a filter made for gravity feed engines), and re-clean the carb?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  6 месяцев назад

      If there was debris in your fuel tank, probably carburetor clean best. I'd avoid carb spray, it's very harsh on plastic and rubber bits. Brake cleaner is much more forgiving. Did you completely disassemble the plastic fuel stack? Double check your carb bowl went back on the in the correct orientation.

    • @landoncarter6452
      @landoncarter6452 6 месяцев назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady The first carb clean went well, and I cleaned it again this morning. I cleaned the gas tank out this morning; maybe there was something that made it to the carb after the first cleaning that was dislodged during the 2nd carb cleaning? The good news is it is running now. There was a gasket missing from the fuel cap, which is now replaced, so hopefully there won't be debris getting into the gas tank now.

  • @emilymarx5551
    @emilymarx5551 9 дней назад

    I have a toro that’s very hard to start. I was told it’s probably the choke.
    Do you have any tips for my situation ? Thank you !

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 дня назад

      Hard to start might be several things: bad gas, dirty air filter, fouled spark plug? Start with the basics. Thanks for watching.

  • @Pela_Vacas
    @Pela_Vacas 10 месяцев назад

    Just followed your instructions, it starts now! But the RPMs are high when I start it, what could be the problem? Thanks

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  10 месяцев назад

      If this is the Toro with the plastic carburetor, make sure linkage and spring on top are not jammed up. You might have to remove the airbox to check. Hope this helps.

    • @Pela_Vacas
      @Pela_Vacas 10 месяцев назад +1

      @@TheLawnmowerLady got you, I will check now!

    • @Pela_Vacas
      @Pela_Vacas 10 месяцев назад

      The Choke Return Linkage seems to be flimsy, I’m not sure if that is normal or not. Still same problem occurs of High RPMs even after adjusting the RPM spring,

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  10 месяцев назад

      @@Pela_Vacas Is it fouling with the breather tube? If this model has a choke flap rather than the primer bulb, that's also a point of contact/fouling.

  • @mikehrdlicka8635
    @mikehrdlicka8635 Год назад

    I bought a all wheel drive toro last year. Low hours blown engine. 163cc. The throttle plate came out of shaft they kept running it till it destroyed it self. (Rod) couldn't find same engine so put a quantum on it.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  Год назад

      That Quantum is a far superior engine IMO. Thanks for watching.

  • @themowerman
    @themowerman 3 года назад

    Good job Hun.. I'm not a fan of this carb and what I do is change the carb out after the first clean..

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      I think a lot of folks feel the same way. They are so cheap. Cheers!

  • @Inisfad
    @Inisfad 3 года назад

    I’d be interested to know if the owner ever used fuel stabilizer in this machine. I watch another channel (Taryl Fixes All) and he did an experiment last year with different brands of fuel stabilizer. He found that with the exception of one or two, all of these stabilizers formed a gel residue, when they were used with ethanol gas….???

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      I watched that entire series, not too surprised most of the elixirs came back with jello in the bowls. I'm somewhat in the camp of thought that fuel detergents in all fuel (at least here in US- not too sure about Ireland) contribute to the jellied mess after long enough time, and the ethanol just makes it worse. AFIK, Suzy only uses ethanol-free fuel, and my best WAG is likely the combination of loaning out her mower, the small amount of jello and water was just enough to stall the machine.
      I really appreciate you watching my channel Ms Inisfad. I hope you have a very Happy and Warm Holiday. Cheers! 🎄🎉

  • @paranormal6801
    @paranormal6801 2 года назад

    I have a question. I have this exact mower. It works great until the bag is full. I stop it empty the bag, and it won't start again. If I wait 10 mins, it'll kick back on, no problem. Could it be the muffler arm, it's the only thing I haven't really checked. Any other ideas?

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  2 года назад +1

      You can check the muffler arm keeps the choke flap open when it’s hot, and closed when it’s cooled down, though I would think it would have issues running if it was not working correctly. It could be a failing ignition coil? About the only way to test that theory is to replace it. A pricy gamble.

    • @paranormal6801
      @paranormal6801 2 года назад +1

      @@TheLawnmowerLady Thank you!

  • @HobbyMotorDK
    @HobbyMotorDK 3 года назад

    Really good video Stella. It always feel like you about to break something when working on those carbs.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      So true Mr Claus! And I often do break them. 😂

  • @henrymurawskibigdogrepair
    @henrymurawskibigdogrepair 3 года назад +1

    Nice work Stella great video

  • @andreredenz6681
    @andreredenz6681 6 месяцев назад

    Thanks, very helpful. On my plastic carburetor a small nozzle was clogged over the winter, now it runs again.
    Where is this supposed to lead, my carburetor is 97% plastic including the choke flap. Even the float needle is made of 100% plastic.
    So grandma's lawn mower from the 1970s was not design award-winning, but had much better quality.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  6 месяцев назад

      I agree about Grandma's mower. Everything was made better and made to last. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

    • @andreredenz6681
      @andreredenz6681 6 месяцев назад

      @@TheLawnmowerLady Lawnmowers are still simple, since I live in northern Norway we unfortunately also have to use snow blowers. The mechanics are simple, but combined with cheap technology and poor quality from China, the snow blowers are the last crap. Unfortunately, a good snow blower is very expensive and still vulnerable.

  • @herman58100
    @herman58100 8 месяцев назад

    "Sling Blade" In my top 20 films of all time.

  • @almclean4835
    @almclean4835 3 года назад

    Plastic carbs, not sure I like them. Very simple inside though. Nice video Ms Stella, have a cracking Christmas

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад +1

      Thank you! You too Mr Al ! Cheers!🎉🎄🍻

  • @tetedure1769
    @tetedure1769 7 месяцев назад

    Hi from montreal,quebec,canada!!
    You solved my problem i have to say to you a BIG tx miss You are Tha man!!
    Have a nice day bye bye!!

  • @MikeJacobs-s3q
    @MikeJacobs-s3q Год назад

    Great Video. Solved my problem. Thank you very much for your video.

  • @nashguy207
    @nashguy207 3 года назад

    Great job as always Stella!! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

  • @garygary8645
    @garygary8645 3 года назад

    Thanks for the video, I enjoyed the follow up story

  • @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE
    @INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE 3 года назад

    one of my favorite movies too. thanks for the video

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 года назад

      Mine too! I tried to work in several movie references 😎

  • @BuckrBill
    @BuckrBill 8 месяцев назад

    Very cool..thank you peace from Vancouver Island

  • @rogerfelix6153
    @rogerfelix6153 2 года назад

    Loved all your videos, can't stop watching,keep it up,please

  • @zodx19
    @zodx19 2 месяца назад

    I have cleaned the carburetor backwards and forwards even soaked it... Change the oil at a new fuel. New spark plug.. still won't start... What am I doing wrong.

    • @TheLawnmowerLady
      @TheLawnmowerLady  3 дня назад

      It's a mystery? (I'll get my coat...) Seriously, start with the basics, spark fuel and air. One of those three is the problem.

  • @joeortiz3455
    @joeortiz3455 3 года назад

    I vacuum out the oil in those no oil Change machines im with you the oil must be replaced a clean crankcase makes for a smile happy face 😄