5 TOOLS Every SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC Should Own - (And 3 I Advise AGAINST!)
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- A tool box tour as a small engine mechanic. I share my favourite tools I use every day to repair and service engines.
TOOLS I USE:
Engine Tachometer - amzn.to/3TE48GZ
Mityvac Pressure & Vacuum Tester - amzn.to/3vysI3V
Gasket Maker - amzn.to/4bIiygR
Vessel Screw Drivers - amzn.to/3ISewG2
Brass Hammer: amzn.to/3xkyuH6
Stanley Stump Vice - amzn.to/3waHuOw
Stens 750-120 Carburetor Adjustment Tools- amzn.to/4atkBV5
Powerbuilt- backtap - amzn.to/49I9305
Forceps - amzn.to/4a2ud9v
Zoom Oil Bottles - amzn.to/3TWZV2t
Mityvac Compression Tester - amzn.to/4aimaFS
Bondhus Hex Keys - amzn.to/3J2m8FL
Klein MM400 multimeter - amzn.to/3PI3Y02
Stahlwille Combination Spanners - amzn.to/3IY6fQI
Milwaukee 12v Impact Driver - amzn.to/3VEuxH4
Milwaukee 12v Impact Wrench - amzn.to/4aPESVd
Milwaukee 12v 90 degree Grinder - amzn.to/4czLiJp
No-spill gas can - amzn.to/3TDfWcb
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I buy inexpensive wrenches and sockets. The ratchets that come with said sets i fire straight into the garbage most of the time because I love my snap on ratchets lol. You forgot about the 20lbs sledgehammer for when you have “had enough” with that particular piece of equipment lol
Haha yes and duct tape. That and a hammer fix most things 😂
Thats going to help someone thats thinking about working on their own stuff or maybe starting their own business. Thanks tom
Thanks for stopping by :) much appreciated!
Torque on cylinder heads, especially OHV engines is pretty important, but CONSISTENCY is the key. No one, except me lol, calibrates their small engine torque wrenches frequently, If the value is off a few inch or foot pounds no worries but they ALL need to be the same for proper loading applied to the assembly. And the torque sequence called out by the manufacturer should be followed to get proper fitment. Great video Tom, but I like torque wrenches, especially on expensive engines like Kawasaki’s. A twisted head can and will result in head gasket failure
Thanks for sharing your thoughts kenny!!
I just use the German industry standard torque spec and its worked good for me. Just crank it down 1 gutentight
This was a good video. I have mixed feelings about your torque wrench viewpoint but maybe I'm just trying to justify the money I spent on the SnapOn truck. I did just order the Wera T handle. I'm excited to see how that works out. I don't think anyone that watched this video would mind watching a followup video called "5 MORE tools..."
Thanks for sharing your thoughts Scott! Let me know how you like the t-handle, I wouldn’t be without it. I’m still not sure where I am with the torque wrench myself haha. It has its place but I seem to have stripped so many bolts that I only use it for very limited applications that if they strip, it’s just as well because the torque is essential in those applications 😂
You are correct about torque wrenches Tom. Apart from maybe new apprentices, a moderately experienced bloke should be able to "feel" when the fasteners are about right.
I'm usually a bit over what the manual says
Hey Dennis, thanks for commenting. I agree !
Whats that spark tester called and where can i get it?
What one? Yellow is in the video, black is by Oppama 👍
Tom it is the OLD MAN at Eliminator Performance in Canada. After your first video on the Spark Check'R i contacted the company to find a Canadian distributor and sadly at this time there are none. But i was told a new model SPC-7200 with a MSRP of $59.95 was getting ready for release. The following are the upgrades to the original model: 1. The battery is more durable and battery drain is approximately a third of the original 2. There is now a low battery voltage reminder , in order to keep testing stability. When the voltage is lower than 1.2V the 3 LESs flash at the same time to indicate battery replacement 3. A variety of AAA batteries with different voltages can be used (due to low voltage pro default setting is to use 1.2 and 1.5V batteries) 1.2V rechareable Ni-MH battery, 1.5V alkaline or carbon battery, 3.2V rechargeable lithium iron phosphate battery, 3.6V rechargeable lithium-ion battery 4. The new unit has improved accuracy detection since each has passed calibration independently with better consistency 5. This unit now uses strong anti-interference components which prevent circuits from malfunctioning or being disturbed. The following comes direct from the manufacturer Trillium Worldwide Inc. 214 Pond Ridge Road, Liberyville, IL 60048 USA. Phone #847-234-5355 for information. WE ARE NOT SPONSORED BY THIS COMPANY JUST PROVIDING INFORMATION FOR YOUR VIEWS SINCE THIS APPEARS TO BE A GREAT ADDITION TO THE TOOL BOX!
@@VintageEngineRepairs Do not have one Tom waiting on distribution in Canada.
Hey Wayne, I have just checked, the model you speak about above is the one that is currently for sale everywhere. I have just checked. There isn’t a “new” one coming out. I think your distributor is misunderstood. Warm regards, Tom.
@@VintageEngineRepairs The information provided came directly from Sales at Trillium not a distributor so there must be an older model out there and possibly he was referring to release in Canada.
Just checked my tester and it had the flashing low voltage to indicate the new model. Something must have been lost in translation? The newer version you are referring too “SPC-7200” is what is for sale and what Kenny and I have in Australia and USA 👍
I asked Trillium when the NEW one came out, here is the reply:
No Kenneth, the SparkCheck’r is improved over our original CheckSpark.
Can you please send me the info. that informed you of the improvements?
Thank you in advance.
Regards,
Gary Devroy
President - Trillium Worldwide Inc.
It appears the one Tom and I bought IS the current version.
Just wanted to clear that up.
Kenny
I say buy the tools that you can afford then if you want buy better.Like you say there is not huge torque pressures it aint a space shuttle.I have tools that are over twenty plus years old made of steel not cheaper modern metal.This year i am going to start replacing piston rings on my stash of spares machines to sell them off.And clear space also be more money
Great video Tom, this will surely help someone just starting out in the small engine gig. 👍
Thanks John! I appreciate you mate
Anytime brother
This may be your best video yet. The format and camera work was great. I didn't agree 100% with the spanners but did with the rest. (I have never used a torque wrench in a small motor).
Thanks Bill!! There will be all sorts of opinions and I’m keen to hear them all!
@Vintage Engine Repairs I am sure, people have their preferences. The format was outstanding
Where's the welders tip cleaning set for the carby clean omg! 😅
Also I just impulse purchased the mityvac :D
Oh I have those too 🤣
Best purchase you’ll make :)
By the way very good choices on and well filmed buddy.
Thanks Wayne!!
Great job Tom!
You have a great charisma and deep knowledge easy way to deliver the material.
Good luck to your channel!!!
Thank you for the kind words :)
What’s the brand of the spark tester? I’m a one man band, and that would be a life saver.
Check my comment i have provided the information on the unit being released shortly or already on the market.
It’s called “SparkCheck’r by trillium”
Agreed, but add a good set of high speed drill bits, a good gear puller, a good flywheel puller, and a good tap and die set.
Nice video bud! Definitely agree on spark tester, I’ve had a few machines that were passed onto me for further troubleshooting and found the spark weak, but was told spark was seen.
Thanks Fraser! Yeah it can really trip people up!
What size of orifice did you use on your leak down tester, and did you buy the orifice or did you make it? Cheers from Canada.
Hey! The orifice is 1mm and I made it :) thanks for watching!
Couple questions. Why did you choose the 12V over the 18V Milwaukee? And, does that particular multi-meter have a capacitor test option?
Good one as always.👍🍻
The 12v milwaukie stuff is better other than batteries and yes that multimeter does
@@bluejene2146 Better in what way?
@William Emerson lighter doesnt break shit or overtorque it.. just everything about the m12 tools is great for small engines
I find m12 smaller too, so it fits better in some places too.
I like that the battery doesn’t extend out like it does on the 18v and I have the option for the 2hA so I can get it in tight spaces, they are more affordable, lighter, more compact and have all the torque and more :) thanks for stopping by!
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I totally agree with this entire video. To confess i don't have a leak down tester.
Good to see you here Bruce :)
Two things i highly advise as a tech is a 12v screwdriver, not an impact. I have a DeWalt but Milwaukee makes one in the m12. The main difference is that the screwdriver is basically a very compact drill with the 1/4" quick change chuck and the main advantages is that there are no impacts that can damage small fasteners and the adjustable clutch makes it easy to not over torque pieces so assembly and Disassembly goes way faster.
The other thing is a bench mounted bicycle repair vice, you can get cheaper ones for $30us that work great but we have a park tools one in our shop and its amazing. I mostly use it for safely tuning handheld ope chainsaws/string trimmers and it holds the tool perfectly steady and in a safe direction so you can hold your tach and screwdriver without having to monkey with holding the equipment
Hey mate, thanks for the advise! I do have a drill with chuck, but never got on with it with hardware! I’ll check out the bike vise , that sounds interesting!!
I really enjoy your video's.. Plus I have picked up lot's of checks that I didn't know .. many thanks..
Thank you Brenton! Glad the content is helpful!
Does that compression tester have fittings for ALL old and new small engines?
You didn't mention a tachometer. You tune by ear. Do you find no real use for an inductive tach.?
I missed a tach?! No I highly recommend one haha :) I do tune by ear most of the time, but I love a tach too! The compression tester fits all engines I have come across so far :)
@@VintageEngineRepairs Have you seen the negative reviews saying that compression tester is off by 3 bar? Seems like a lot of money for an inaccurate tool. If I need to spend more, I would rather have a pro tool with all the same fittings. Any suggestions?
This kincrome tester? No, I haven’t seen anyone state inaccuracies, mine hasn’t been either :) the issue you’ll run into is using a mn automotive compression tester for small engines. They don’t work. Mityvac make one you may like? amzn.to/4aimaFS
Here is a video I made on the topic - th-cam.com/video/M6eXO6n8hhg/w-d-xo.htmlsi=PQeLRorb3B4Myv8m
@@VintageEngineRepairs Sorry I was referring to the Mityvac, as it was in the links. First I heard the name kincrome.
I agree with everything except buying the cheapest tools. Cheap tools break and waste your time. They strip rusted or partially damaged fasteners. They can even cause injuries if they slip or break while in used. You dont need the most expensive tool truck stuff. I like mid grade tools. They have served me well. The cheap stuff is fine for wrenches you need to cut down or modify and you will only use once or twice. My humble opinion. Nothing wrong with being geeky and measuring stuff.
Thanks for sharing :)
Hi Tom I just wanted to thank you again for sharing your expert knowledge and advice.
Since watching your instructional videos I've been using my pressure and vacuum tester to test carburetors, crankcase seals and fuel lines. I've also discovered it can be used to test the combustion chamber seal on Paslode nail guns.
Like you've said elsewhere, it can be tempting to just throw parts at a problem instead of properly diagnosing a fault, especially in a professional setting, but I'm with you that systematic diagnosis means lower costs and better outcome for clients in the long run.
Let me know if you'd be up for a chat, email etc. I'd love to pick your brain about some of the finer points of diagnosis and repair. I'm happy to share what I know about power tool repair, and I've also studied some Christian literature and philosophy so it might be interesting to explore that as well.
Glad you have enjoyed my content Sam! Thanks for the kind words :)
I can use a business
Nice
Great video Tom 👍
Thanks Jimmy!
Hey Tom what a great video! I have to say that I agree with you concerning most all of the tools mentioned, including the torque wrench. Experience comes with a built-in torque wrench, the one in our elbow lol. As far as future small engine mechanics? I don't believe there will be a need as most everything is getting cheaper and cheaper quality. Unfortunately it's going to be a throwaway world in the not to distant future. Just look at the sh*t on the market today! It's definitely isn't designed with the mechanic in mind, as much as I hate to say it....
As much as it pains me to agree with your statement it’s certainly looking that way isn’t in Don! I hope that buyers purchasing habits change as they get sick of cheap crap failing and I do feel there will always be a market for repair even though it may not be quite the same. I don’t think petrol equipment will be going anywhere any time soon, battery is getting horrifically expensive and it’s not close to petrol either. The future? Let’s hope our children can still enjoy working on engines as we do, though that is a bit of a pipe dream. Thanks for sharing :)
It is already, and has been, A throw away society for equipment.
there's also the issue of hi-end tools life time warranties like daniel-Forge , Fuller, the Companies are no longer!
That’s very interesting, didn’t think about that! Thanks for sharing :)
@@VintageEngineRepairs life time warranty who is the guardian of it
Excellent review, and I appreciate your real world perspective. Over the years, I have accumulated multiples of many tools, such as sockets and wrenches. It is surprising how often only one particular example will fit to do what needs to be done. Each has its own strengths, but diversity also is s valuable. Cheers from Canada!
You’re spot on! Thanks for watching and sharing your experience :)
If you're not using "torque wrenches", you are not much of a mechanic.
They are excellent in essential torque spec applications!
I am a human torque wrench.
Always enjoy your videos keep it up thank you so much as always
Thank you!! Much appreciated :)