MAN! this was AMAZING! Videos like this are a rarity these days done in the form of how GM explained their cars in the 50s. And I have to admit, it sounds better with a southern accent. But the Quality of this video is MILES above anything I have seen. FANTASTIC JOB DUDE! I don't even own this model of blower. But I figure My Ryobi RY38BP Backpack Leaf Blower had the same thing that went out on it. And RIGHT on the day of the 3 year warranty expiring! I just ordered a parts blower from Ebay, and plan to just swap out parts that way. But I will have to look into these RC couplings. Again, thank you and WONDERFUL job and explanation & Links!
Awesome idea. I just found your video after trying J.B. PLASTIC WELD on my coupling. I'm probably not going to have much success but we'll see. I'm thinking you should work for Royobi at their engineering facility. Great video!.
You can also try to drill a hole through the plastic coupling and secure it back onto the motor shaft with a grub screw. Just like how a pinion gets secured onto a motor. This is what I did with mine, time will tell if it holds. It's a really bad design by Ryobi, I mean fair enough if it's suppose to be a sacrificial coupling in case somethings get jammed in the turbines but then at least sell the replacement part for it.
Thanks so much for this, I'm buying a different coupling that I think might work off amazon for faster shipping. I never would have guessed where to search for it if it wasn't for this video.
@@justinarthur5522 it did, with some issues. Had to make a channel to fit the hex key in and tighten the coupling in the right position. Definitely a frustrating experience putting it back together. I 3d printed a piece and it worked for a while but metal seems to be the way to go as it's still working. Glad I got my blower for super cheap used. Here's the name of the one I got in case you're interested: Befenybay 2 Pcs 6mm to 8mm Universal Joint Shaft Coupling with Screws for Motor
Hope it helps! I don't know why Ryobi doesn't step up and make the coupling available for everyone. I believe they will pay for it in customer loyalty honestly. Thanks for your comment!
THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO! This is my exact problem with this exact product. I spent hours looking around at my local hardware stores for a solution, considered adapting the cheap plastic coupler with a torque washer or a ratchet bit, but niether were are viable or as long term as this. Question: have you found any other couplers that are an exact fit against the motor and the fan blade? Drilling into the coupler in the video isnt a great option for me, but if this is the best coupler for the fix I will definitely explore drilling the larger holes on each side to accomodate the coupling the two components. Thank you again, very well done and appreciated!
I have not found any closer to size than this. I honestly spent more time than most would even believe searching to find this type that was slightly smaller and could be modified. It is about the only option even available that I know of. Any others would require drilling into the side of the housing to tighten the coupling up with a hex wrench after putting it together. Thanks for your kind comment and I wish you the best of luck with yours!
Mine died after about 1 year of light use. Based on your video I think mine has the same problem. Ryobi is junk, I won't buy from them in the future and it's too much trouble to fix. Just going to trash this and go back to my wired Toro blower which just won't die. Thanks for the video!
I just fixed one of these for my dad today , what I did is found a cheap socket that fit the fan side and cut the side the goes into the wrench , then I torched it hot and melted into the coupling good as new
@@ThriftyToolShed it vibrates a tiny bit but I don't think it's anything to wild haha that's the first thing I told my pops it's gonna vibrate and he said send it since we couldn't find a replacement :p I saved your video for when that fails :)
Love this video and just placed my order for the coupling This coupling issue makes me wonder if Ryobi has used a better coupler on the Whisper Series 730 Would love your opinion of the Ryobi 730 vs the EGO 765 CFM Blower LB7654 Interested if one is truly a less-likely-to-fall-apart-fast type of machine
Thanks for your kind comment! I really do like my EGO equipment. The Ryobi 40V platform has been so problematic that I don't have much faith in it. They may have better packs now, but I will not spend my money to see. I don't have enough experience with the EGO 730cfm blower itself to say much about it. I have only had the 480, 530 and 650CFM EGO blowers. I have had no failure on any of my bought new EGO items except the very first battery video I have. That got me started with EGO. The other many repair videos are either items I bought as non-working or some that was sent to me just so we could learn more about them on video. Best of luck to ya!
That is a common failure for sure. If you can hear the motor whine or spin up and the turbo fan is not turning or just barely turning them it's the coupling!
I hope this isn't going to happen to me Now! I stumbled upon this video trying to learn how to separate the green piece from the black piece on the first section that you took off. Have you ever tried to separate those to pieces yet, I need some help! 😆 there are two torque screws on that piece you took off first that I am assuming are not for Assembly Operations? Cause nothing came loose? Any help would be highly appreciated thanks
Hi, I believe you are asking about removing the very end green tip section from the gray outlet tube. It has screws on the bottom to remove as you stated and then it has large catches on the inner sides of the tune. So with a large flat screw driver or similar tool you can reach in from the open end and wedge in on the sides and release the catches. It's kind of a pain because the whole side tab on each side is the locking tab. Hope it helps.
@Thrifty Tool Shed awesome thanks! Going at it with a flathead screwdriver is usually my last resort on things I do not want to end up snapping, cracking, or breaking. I gave up my Collision Repair career due to 80% of a front end hit is made of Plastic, under the hood, or inserts on the front bumper. Lol. Well wish me luck Thanks. If I get this off I can have a round attachment point for my DIY, PVC extendend blower contraption. Lol. for all the leaves in my gutters. Thanks 😊
@Thrifty Tool Shed awesome thanks! Going at it with a flathead screwdriver is usually my last resort on things I do not want to end up snapping, cracking, or breaking. I gave up my Collision Repair career due to 80% of a front end hit is made of Plastic, under the hood, or inserts on the front bumper. Lol. Well wish me luck Thanks. If I get this off I can have a round attachment point for my DIY, PVC extendend blower contraption. Lol. for all the leaves in my gutters. Thanks 😊
@@cmspnutty8001 yes flat screwdriver is not the best tool for that job and it sounds like you know all about that. I simply did not know what all tools people have so hated to say to use something too weird. So a larger flat object to fit in that wedge would be better for sure. So flat screwdriver might make sense for most. Not best... 🤣
Help me < I thought I was smarter than average bear , and drilled 2 set screws in the old coupling and got to putting motor on and couldn't reach the set screws . So can you give me info to get that part from overseas ?
Similar to this one. www.ebay.com/itm/134148138390?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=Q6VlWyUUSSK&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=D_qZMHXJQNK&var=433594551710&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Has anyone found a replacement coupling for a decent price or has Ryobi started selling the part separately. I am going to check again I looked about six weeks ago.
I have not ever come accross it is why I shared this video. It does not seem to be available as a replacement item now. I hope that changes, best of luck to ya!
My fiance's daughter was blowing off the trampoline and told her not to use the blower but you know kids are We killed her just kidding no she got wrote caught in the propeller blades I had to dismantle it We have the 40 volt one she was wearing some type of rope around her waist that tangled all around inside the propeller so I just bounded it unwrapped the rope put it back together and now it doesn't work there look like a heat sink thing connected with red and black wire not sure but it's slid out while I was taking it apart and I'm not sure where it went so I just buttoned it up neatly but that's been bothering me I think that has something to do with why it's not working maybe it has to make contact with something? I didn't see any place that it would fit I tried a few times just didn't know where it went could that be why it's not working? It's the 40 volt one with the weird handle that we lost the bolt to as soon as we got the thing lol it clicks up and down making the handle different angles. Any ideas would be welcome!
@@ThriftyToolShed yeah I got it going thank God didn't want to spend another $150 there's two huge trees in my backyard so it's constant work now we have a trampoline and family coming to visit We would have had to buy another one thanks for your video it helped out.
This is the WORST blower I’ve ever purchased. We have the weed eater too and it’s not easy to crank. Id rather use our old electric one. My son has never liked it either.
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Thank you so much for taking the time to make this video. You just saved me from my wife nagging about not finding a way fix noisy noisy blower. Kudos
MAN! this was AMAZING! Videos like this are a rarity these days done in the form of how GM explained their cars in the 50s. And I have to admit, it sounds better with a southern accent. But the Quality of this video is MILES above anything I have seen. FANTASTIC JOB DUDE!
I don't even own this model of blower. But I figure My Ryobi RY38BP Backpack Leaf Blower had the same thing that went out on it. And RIGHT on the day of the 3 year warranty expiring!
I just ordered a parts blower from Ebay, and plan to just swap out parts that way. But I will have to look into these RC couplings.
Again, thank you and WONDERFUL job and explanation & Links!
Thanks so much for your kind comment!
Wish I had the drill press or a 3D printer to do this job. Shame on Ryobi for not having a proper part to replace this.
Awesome idea. I just found your video after trying J.B. PLASTIC WELD on my coupling. I'm probably not going to have much success but we'll see. I'm thinking you should work for Royobi at their engineering facility. Great video!.
Thanks for your kind comment. Glad you found it helpful. Best of luck to ya!
@@ThriftyToolShed 👍
Brilliant! Thanks for taking the time and effort to provide a solution to this issue. Appreciated
Thanks so much for your kind comment!
Thank you for your time posting this.... Saved me a lot of trouble!!
You can also try to drill a hole through the plastic coupling and secure it back onto the motor shaft with a grub screw. Just like how a pinion gets secured onto a motor.
This is what I did with mine, time will tell if it holds.
It's a really bad design by Ryobi, I mean fair enough if it's suppose to be a sacrificial coupling in case somethings get jammed in the turbines but then at least sell the replacement part for it.
Thanks so much for this, I'm buying a different coupling that I think might work off amazon for faster shipping. I never would have guessed where to search for it if it wasn't for this video.
So glad you found it helpful! Thanks for your comment!
Did it work?
@@justinarthur5522 it did, with some issues. Had to make a channel to fit the hex key in and tighten the coupling in the right position. Definitely a frustrating experience putting it back together. I 3d printed a piece and it worked for a while but metal seems to be the way to go as it's still working. Glad I got my blower for super cheap used. Here's the name of the one I got in case you're interested: Befenybay 2 Pcs 6mm to 8mm Universal Joint Shaft Coupling with Screws for Motor
Following your guide and I'm on the smaller end myself. Ran into the same issue. 15/64" is too big and 7/32" is too small. Bout to try to find a #1.
Same issue, loved your fuel line fix!
Thank you for making this video, this coupling issue was driving me nuts, I tried a few similar things that would eventually also spin out
Hope it helps! I don't know why Ryobi doesn't step up and make the coupling available for everyone. I believe they will pay for it in customer loyalty honestly. Thanks for your comment!
Thank you. I was able to fix mine as per your video. Thank you. Your video was really helpful.
Awesome job! So glad you found it helpful. Thanks for your kind comment!
This is my exact problem. Thank you so much for this video!
Thank your video was very well done and worked perfect for me thanks again
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thanks for the video, I had no idea where to start trying to fix this blower. the propeller quit spinning. I will try this first and see if it helps.
THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO! This is my exact problem with this exact product. I spent hours looking around at my local hardware stores for a solution, considered adapting the cheap plastic coupler with a torque washer or a ratchet bit, but niether were are viable or as long term as this. Question: have you found any other couplers that are an exact fit against the motor and the fan blade? Drilling into the coupler in the video isnt a great option for me, but if this is the best coupler for the fix I will definitely explore drilling the larger holes on each side to accomodate the coupling the two components.
Thank you again, very well done and appreciated!
I have not found any closer to size than this. I honestly spent more time than most would even believe searching to find this type that was slightly smaller and could be modified. It is about the only option even available that I know of. Any others would require drilling into the side of the housing to tighten the coupling up with a hex wrench after putting it together. Thanks for your kind comment and I wish you the best of luck with yours!
Mine died after about 1 year of light use. Based on your video I think mine has the same problem. Ryobi is junk, I won't buy from them in the future and it's too much trouble to fix. Just going to trash this and go back to my wired Toro blower which just won't die. Thanks for the video!
Thank You for the video. I was about to buy another one.
Thanks for the great video! Mine is suddenly dead in the water, looks like I need an "on/off" switch. Where do you get your parts?
I often try online like eBay first. If I have no luck I will try jackssmallengine or eReplacements.
I just fixed one of these for my dad today , what I did is found a cheap socket that fit the fan side and cut the side the goes into the wrench , then I torched it hot and melted into the coupling good as new
Wow, if that doesn't vibrate better than a concrete mixer you've done great!
@@ThriftyToolShed it vibrates a tiny bit but I don't think it's anything to wild haha that's the first thing I told my pops it's gonna vibrate and he said send it since we couldn't find a replacement :p I saved your video for when that fails :)
Love this video and just placed my order for the coupling
This coupling issue makes me wonder if Ryobi has used a better coupler on the Whisper Series 730
Would love your opinion of the Ryobi 730 vs the EGO 765 CFM Blower LB7654
Interested if one is truly a less-likely-to-fall-apart-fast type of machine
Thanks for your kind comment! I really do like my EGO equipment. The Ryobi 40V platform has been so problematic that I don't have much faith in it. They may have better packs now, but I will not spend my money to see. I don't have enough experience with the EGO 730cfm blower itself to say much about it. I have only had the 480, 530 and 650CFM EGO blowers. I have had no failure on any of my bought new EGO items except the very first battery video I have. That got me started with EGO. The other many repair videos are either items I bought as non-working or some that was sent to me just so we could learn more about them on video. Best of luck to ya!
Our blower stopped working and it's making a spinning noise now. Is that more than likely a coupling issue?
That is a common failure for sure. If you can hear the motor whine or spin up and the turbo fan is not turning or just barely turning them it's the coupling!
@@ThriftyToolShed Thank you for your response, appreciate it.
I hope this isn't going to happen to me Now! I stumbled upon this video trying to learn how to separate the green piece from the black piece on the first section that you took off. Have you ever tried to separate those to pieces yet, I need some help! 😆 there are two torque screws on that piece you took off first that I am assuming are not for Assembly Operations? Cause nothing came loose? Any help would be highly appreciated thanks
Hi,
I believe you are asking about removing the very end green tip section from the gray outlet tube. It has screws on the bottom to remove as you stated and then it has large catches on the inner sides of the tune. So with a large flat screw driver or similar tool you can reach in from the open end and wedge in on the sides and release the catches. It's kind of a pain because the whole side tab on each side is the locking tab. Hope it helps.
@Thrifty Tool Shed awesome thanks! Going at it with a flathead screwdriver is usually my last resort on things I do not want to end up snapping, cracking, or breaking. I gave up my Collision Repair career due to 80% of a front end hit is made of Plastic, under the hood, or inserts on the front bumper. Lol. Well wish me luck Thanks. If I get this off I can have a round attachment point for my DIY, PVC extendend blower contraption. Lol. for all the leaves in my gutters. Thanks 😊
@Thrifty Tool Shed awesome thanks! Going at it with a flathead screwdriver is usually my last resort on things I do not want to end up snapping, cracking, or breaking. I gave up my Collision Repair career due to 80% of a front end hit is made of Plastic, under the hood, or inserts on the front bumper. Lol. Well wish me luck Thanks. If I get this off I can have a round attachment point for my DIY, PVC extendend blower contraption. Lol. for all the leaves in my gutters. Thanks 😊
@@cmspnutty8001 yes flat screwdriver is not the best tool for that job and it sounds like you know all about that. I simply did not know what all tools people have so hated to say to use something too weird. So a larger flat object to fit in that wedge would be better for sure. So flat screwdriver might make sense for most. Not best... 🤣
The D.C.motor in the ryobi cordless leaf blower is a Johnson brand motor.
Yes it is. I can double check I believe it is 36V or 38V rated Johnson.
38V
Help me < I thought I was smarter than average bear , and drilled 2 set screws in the old coupling and got to putting motor on and couldn't reach the set screws . So can you give me info to get that part from overseas ?
I have the link to the one I used in the video description if that is what you need. Best of luck to ya!
What is the nozzle attachment on this?
I guess you are asking what type of tube attaches to this model? Here is an image of this model?
RYOBI RY40430 g.co/kgs/zvd9WG
What is name of power driver
I 3d printed a plastic coupler, better quality than the Ryobi one.
That's awesome. Excellent work!
Could you share your CAD file with us ?
Any chance you can make some? I’m sure we can (I know I would) be happy to pay for your time, labor, materials, shipping, etc
Mine lasted about 4 years. Finally stopped today. Melted on the motor side. Good video. Thanks
Can I get one ? I will give you $$ to ship
Plz share coupling site
Similar to this one.
www.ebay.com/itm/134148138390?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=Q6VlWyUUSSK&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=D_qZMHXJQNK&var=433594551710&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY
Has anyone found a replacement coupling for a decent price or has Ryobi started selling the part separately. I am going to check again I looked about six weeks ago.
I have not ever come accross it is why I shared this video. It does not seem to be available as a replacement item now. I hope that changes, best of luck to ya!
@@ThriftyToolShed - any chance you can make me one? I’ll pay for parts, time, labor, shipping, etc
100 percent Ryobi hasn't started making this . Just called them have to buy the whole motor with shipping is $88.00
I have a link to coupling that I used in video description if needed. It will have to be drilled out though!
I threw mine out and bought another blower.
That fixed it!👍
My fiance's daughter was blowing off the trampoline and told her not to use the blower but you know kids are We killed her just kidding no she got wrote caught in the propeller blades I had to dismantle it We have the 40 volt one she was wearing some type of rope around her waist that tangled all around inside the propeller so I just bounded it unwrapped the rope put it back together and now it doesn't work there look like a heat sink thing connected with red and black wire not sure but it's slid out while I was taking it apart and I'm not sure where it went so I just buttoned it up neatly but that's been bothering me I think that has something to do with why it's not working maybe it has to make contact with something? I didn't see any place that it would fit I tried a few times just didn't know where it went could that be why it's not working? It's the 40 volt one with the weird handle that we lost the bolt to as soon as we got the thing lol it clicks up and down making the handle different angles. Any ideas would be welcome!
Hi,
The heatsink part you mentioned seems as if it could be a speed control for the motor? Unsure as I have not worked on this exact one.
@@ThriftyToolShed I'm so stupid it was the battery connector lol
@@earlyculyer4103
Oh, ok. Not stupid though! Sounds like you fixed it!
@@ThriftyToolShed yeah I got it going thank God didn't want to spend another $150 there's two huge trees in my backyard so it's constant work now we have a trampoline and family coming to visit We would have had to buy another one thanks for your video it helped out.
Glad it helped. Good job getting it going and thanks for sharing!
This is the WORST blower I’ve ever purchased. We have the weed eater too and it’s not easy to crank. Id rather use our old electric one. My son has never liked it either.
Thanks mate. You're a legend!