Small Engine Repair Chickanic answering ALL of your questions!
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My name is Bre. I took two years of small engine repair at the local college. When I left school, I fell into a wonderful job at a local small engine shop where I worked the counter for a couple years. In 2010 my husband and I opened up our own small engine shop in central Arkansas where I am able to work alongside my family and best friends. We see over 2,000 pieces of small engine equipment every year, and answer 1,000's of small engine questions. We specialize in brands such as Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, Echo and Shindaiwa, but work everyday on MANY other brands like Stihl, Husqvarna, Honda, Craftsman, Remington, Red Max, Troy Bilt, Scag, Bad Boy, Hustler, World Lawn, Poulan, Mantis, Etc.. Hopefully, my experience I share, will save you Time, Money and Frustration in the future!
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I admire your ability to repair stuff. You present yourself in a positive way and we learn things that I have never seen before. God bless you!
You ARE very good and very skilled young lady , thanks for helping all the people you do , even me and I'm 76 machinist and been repairing mowers for years and still learn from your video's . This world needs more young lady's like you .
YES YES YES . CHICKANIC for PRESIDENT. cheers.
no one "needs" them... there are plenty of male mechanics.. its just neat to see women mechanic.
Enjoy learning small engine repairs from your video's. Very knowledgeable. Keep up the very good work that you and your family do. Thanks again.
Thanks for being you! No question here... Mr. Chicanic is a lucky dude, y'all keepa postin' and we'll keepa watchin' Love watching this channel grow!
Best looking small engine mechanic of all time. Keep up the good work.
You are a very smart lady and it was thru your videos that I repaired my echo blower and weed eater. Thanks you have a Subsciber😀
Thx Bre. I appreciate your troubleshooting process. It is especially valuable to hear the sequence of operation and how a condition affects the next stage. Honestly, there are a number of other channels that show care of small engines and equipment. None have the simple, down to earth plain talk way of explaining things and that, I think is the secret to your success. Your normal way of speaking about a problem or condition is easy to understand and follow. You are not haughty or arrogant as some others are.
I grew up jamming the mower blade with a block of wood so I could remove it form that old 5Hp B&S with the big rear wheels. I tried cutting firewood in my teens fighting a McCollough saw. Barnacle Parp's Chainsaw Guide book was a huge help. History of saws from 1927 with Stihl, evolution, care, chain, etc.
Parp's book taught using a gauge to fil down those depth gauge/ rakers in front of the teeth and to file the hook in the drives. The gauge also doubled as a bar slot rake. There were no roller bars. The pulp wood cutters in SC all used Husky's with a bow bar. Great for limbing and small diameter wood but a PIA.
Would like to see when and how you do pressure and vacuum testing.
Please, please, please- tell me you have a low level unlisted carbon monoxide monitor in any areas you are running gas engines. As a certified CO analyst and instructor let me assure you running an engine even within 25 feet of a building with openings can cause CO poisoning. Opening doors does very little to help and can actually make it worse. Those store bought junk do NOT protect against poisoning- they are death alarms only. I can send you info. but do your research. As a retired paramedic, allow me to assure you symptoms only come very late when you're already in trouble. Meanwhile, please use fans exhausting across your work area.
Bob
Thanks for your honesty and "unvarnished" responses to questions! Love the way you troubleshoot and repair items. You address questions/steps that most of us have as we go about our DIY repairs and maintenance of our OPE. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching!
Great Q and A video! Hope you do more in the future!!!
you do a real good job with your videos
Agreed on the battery equipment. Great for occasional use (small yards) or for people who have a hard time with gas, but they aren't a replacement for applications where gas powered is truly needed. I work on small engines as a side gig, and have a few people who bought battery that now want to go back to gas after the battery mower that used to cut their whole yard now only lasts for half the yard after only a year of use. Battery replacement is also quite expensive.
You are spot on.
Being a commercial landscaper you are right about these battery operated equipment the batteries lose power in about 6 months to a year of use and you only get half of the run time you had when it was new. I tried to use them but the batteries are very expensive to replace and the more you use them and charge the batteries the less run time they have so I use only gas equipment now
I believe this whole electrical auto/equipment thing has the cart ahead of the horse.
@@RickStorni I have the Stihl battery chainsaw. Only good for small stuff, trimming and such. I also have the battery powered blower which we use quite a bit. works well for around the house. I have the backpack blower for the leaves cleanup around the yard.
your advice is far more advanced than i can appreciate, still glad you are still teaching us. Trimmer line one is a great one
Thanks 👍
You're just the *best,* Bre! Love every one of your videos!
Wow, thank you!
Thanks for investing your time making very helpful video’s along with keeping equipment running! Keep up the great job Bre!
Love your videos and the way you get the information across to all of us watching. Keep up the great work.
Dear lady you have no idea how much you have helped this Old man out,.. I’ve bought used gas powered tools at great prices knowing that something on it needs repairing,.. with your help I have repaired many items for little or no cash,.. now I’ve always got tools,.. my wife got me started remodeling our house which was something she always wanted to do,.. as the house was built by her grandfather in the 1940’s,.. during the war,.. what a nightmare had I not have had all my tools,.. Anyway just wanted to say a Great Big Thank You,.. you’re Awesome!!!!
Help. ! I own a MS211 stihl saw!! I believe it has a bad coil! I heard you mention many were received bad from eBay which I have received my 2nd that doesn’t work. Where do I get a coil that works or tell me what else is wrong!! I asked this earlier this week but you must be busy!!!
Thank you for all you do! Really appreciate your content!
I appreciate that!
Agree with your comments about electrical devices. I'm 79 yo and broke my wrist a couple of years ago and was really having a hard time starting my chain saw. Saw a Stihl battery powered chain saw and bought it. Changed my life. It's quiet, light, and easy to use. Next to go will be the gas blower and then the trimmer.
Thanks for having a great channel.
Lol - 71 broke my wrist ( navicular bone itty bitty boomerang shaped one - hard as hell to heal ) in a fight as a youg man - then , about 6 months ago , broke the same wrist but dont know what - think I dislocated it sitting up in bed of all things - is that nuckin futs or what - well I diy'd the repair ( Walgreens wrist brace $14 bucks 🤗 ) and had to snap it back into somethin or other periodically as I go about my days but - hey - it feels great now & havnt had to pop it back in for - I dont know - a couple weeks now - think I'll hang a shingle out front $$$$
Absolutely agree. The Stihl battery saw is a life changer.
My Roybi is AWSOME
Your videos are always informative and a joy to watch. Thank you.
Glad I found this channel. I've been watching all your older videos and it's awesome how much detail you put into your videos, Thank You!
Thank you so much for what you are doing. Great job on everything. God bless you.
I so enjoy your channel. I learn so much from you. Congratulations to your husband! He is a lucky guy!
I love your videos, they have helped me out in a tight jam, keep up the great content and the hard work you do!!!
Awesome videos , thanks for doing them with your busy schedule. Stay well.
Great commentary and observations, Bri. Thanks for making these videos and sharing your expertise so freely. It is GREATLY appreciated.
Take care and God Bless.
You are so welcome!
No question, just wanted to say thank you for the educational advice, and not doing a lot of cuts just to look good. You are truly an honest person that shows the trials and problems of being a mechanic. Thank you
Thank you!
Great video with answers, have a great Sunday!
You are such a articulate lady. You have a great attitude. I really enjoy your videos. I learn something on every video even though I will probably never fix some of the machines that you do. I am a gas powered lawn mower guy. I fixed my lawn mower that I was going to dispose off because of what I learned from your video. Thanks Keep up your great videos. Remember to take a break once in awhile.
I totally agree with you on the battery and electric equipment. People really need to consider that when considering their purchase.
the trimmer line soaking WORKS
Thanks for your service. Love the channel. Lots of help
Glad to help
I have been watching your videos since "Welcome To Chichanics!" Thank you Steve for introducing us. Keep them coming. You're on the top of my watch list.
Thanks for making videos, I've used quite a few tips you've given on my equipment to keep them rolling. Loved the behind the scenes vid too. Stay awesome!
Thanks!
I’m a fairly new subscriber. I throughly enjoy your content. Thank you and keep the good stuff coming!
Thank you!
I loved this video. You do have a good sense of humor
Thank you for all the great information Your channel and Donny boy's channel are fantastic for great information for we , the mechanically challenged !! Keep up the great work !!
I admit, I was skeptical at first but I've been watching your channel for a few months now and I'm actually pretty damn impressed 👍
I am sure most were skeptical. LOL! Thanks for sticking with me!
Bre, no question here. Just wanted to say I really enjoy your videos. I did small engine repair in the 80's when I was a teenager for some spending money and was very successful at it and your channel takes me back. My parents got repair calls for years after I went to college and moved out. Just like an auto mechanic, it's hard to find a good honest repair shop like yours. Keep ups the good work!
Dawn and hot water
I just love your channel. I’ve learned a bunch from you where it pertains to lawn mowers. Thank you
Thanks for your amazing teachings! Great job!
Great job as always keep the knowledge coming You have a great day
Thanks 👍
Good Sunday morning Bre. Once again, another excellent video. As always, your mechanical repair skills are absolutely impeccable. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful Sunday. 😊😊
Thanks!
@@Chickanic You bet.
Lady you are the v3ry best kind of person! Super helpful and easy to understand. Such great information. I love it. Thank you.
Thanx Bre, always learn something when reviewing your videos!
No question from me, but did just sub and wanted to say thanks for the way you explain things! I’m a simple DIY kind of guy and even when I’m not working on something, I’m learning about how things work. So I watch your vids just for the explanations most times. Just wanted to give roses where they were due. Thanks for the great vids!
Awesome, thank you!
You do an excellent job of being able to show and teach. Your mannerisms make it possible. It also helps that you are a down to earth type of person. Keep it up girl.
Those questions of if you are married are from those who haven't seen one of your live streams...lol.
Hope this Holloween went better than last year...lol.
Again, you are awesome.
Thanks Del! You know you definitely have a Purple Heart by your name since I have liked so many of your comments. LOL!
I want to thank you for the video on the ECO weed trimmer you were spot on how to adjust the carb I have one of the weed eaters that I have had for about a year and it would not rev up and sure enough it had a plug where you said it was thank you so much for the impo I got it fixed and it runs great now . thank you again.
Really enjoy your videos and appreciate the pointer you give out and the knowledge that you impart as the info. Is good to know.keep up the good work.
Thanks for watching!
Hey Bre, just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your channel. You do a great job explaining what you are doing. Excellent work! 👍 BTW, I bought one of those GooLoo jump packs that you did a video on. Great product.
Thank you so much!
In past life I was a plastics engineer. Poly products will absorb about 4-7% water, depending. This makes it more pliable & less brittle. That's why you don't put alcohol fuel into a poly barrel. As a Top Alcohol Dragster owner/driver I KNOW. Good videos & very informative.
So is this why soaking your string Trimmer line in water before you install it is a good idea ?
@@shannonwhitaker9630 Yes. You don't want the line to shatter; you want it to whip like a leather bull whip. Chicanic gives solid advice; that's why I like her videos.😄
Absolutely…another thing I like to do is sharpen my line cutter bar (metal tab mounted in the guard) with a small hand file.
I have used trimmer string in my 3D printer. If I don't dry it beforehand it will pop and smoke and carry on and the prints will have a poor surface finish
Thank you for helping all of your viewers out ! You are much appreciated !
Thank you!
Thanks for what you are doing, I think your video education is GREAT. Thanks for your honesty.
My pleasure!
You guys rock! Thanks so much for the comments and questions. I will keep answering until we get to 1,000 comments. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to have your question answered! Thanks guys!
I’m on the verge of getting into small engine repair (got a couple ContEd Certificates and all) so I’ve been … data mining … at 65 I’ve got to get away from Big Engines (Peterbilts etc) … I’ve recommended your videos to a few female friends on the basis of seeing you doing this might give them some additional confidence.
You rock. You have a way of explaining that gives us confidence in fixing our stuff. And your mai tenancy tips etc helps my equipment start up much easier in spring so I have less time cleaning and rebuilding carbs.
What are you using in your ultra sonic parts cleaner
Soaking the line doesn't do anything. Steve from Steve small engine saloon soaked them for three months all kinds and nothing happened..
Where do I get a carb for a echo pad 225 carb a good one
I was a Ford Master Technician for almost 20 years. I did not touch a customer's car or any car unless I was wearing Nitrile gloves. The main reason, some customers are filthy, nasty individuals and their cars reflected their habits. I did not want to touch wear their hands might have been. Secondly, every oil, fuel, or cleaning chemical will enter into your body if your hands are not protected. I wore gloves 100% of the time and the owner of the repair shop is required by law to provide seat covers, gloves, goggles, and breathing protection. Your videos are fantastic and this old dog learns new tricks.
How much oil should I mix with a gallon of gas for Husqvarna blower weedeater it calls for 2.6 oz to a gallon ?
@@roycoleman8842 you posted this as a response to someone else's comment vs in the main thread. Also seems you answered your own question.
Most of the time at work, I wear my glove on my left hand to touch all the nasty and keep my right hand free to handle all the small pieces I can't with a glove.
You would freak out working on transit buses. Especially in a party resort like Vail Colorado. Vomit Comets we call them. Even after the bus washer gets done, the sediment ends up in nooks and cranny’s by the wheel chair ramps, and front hVAC.
I am an old school Industrial mechanic for a fortune 100 company. Some things are near impossible to do with gloves on. My take is all those germs help keep your immune system strong and health .... lol. Oil, grease and lubricants haven't killed me yet. Now, solvents are another thing where it is smart to use gloves! But, being a germaphobe and choosing to be a mechanic is a terrible combination!
I love all ur videos and they have helped me out a lot thank u so much keep up the great job
Hi Bre, Watching your video on repairing a plug boot,gave me the confidence to try and fix mine. took me awhile but I got it done.Not bad for a 67yr old. Apprecicate your vidoes and information. Thank You.
Married huh, well that covers all of my personal questions and you are correct about Lithium mining but mining in general is a very dirty and damaging process. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos you make it look easy. 🙂
Hello, Bre. I haven't been a subscriber all that long but have probably been watching your videos for about a year. I find your topics to be of value especially for people who don't have deeper mechanical backgrounds. Fortunately for me, I have quite a good background with engines of most types and living in a very rural area after retirement have started working on other people's yard equipment only charging for parts. It's fun and rewarding and continues to amaze me how appreciative people are when they get their stuff back running like a Rolex.
My personal question for you surrounds my trusty (until this year) old Sthil BR340 backpack blower. Problems started with it this past year when it would flood if you looked at it wrong. Once cleared it would run and start as easily as it ever would. I was swamped with work so after checking it out I took it to a Sthil dealer for repair. On the work order I told them the motor was hard to start, flooded easily when cold and had a weak spark that would barely arc .030 with my spark tester. They called me back a few days later saying I should let this one go and buy a newer one. I picked it up and installed a new coil and carb for it off Amazon thinking my problem was solved. The problem didn't change with the blower not showing any signs of life at all. Spark checked very good arcing.10" no problem. The carb works fine as far as the diaphragm movement and if you choke it too much it will definitely flood. The piston shows no scoring, and the compression shows 130 on my gauge. I've rechecked everything I can think of and even tried turning over the motor with my impact wrench while spraying starting fluid at it. Still nothing other than a few pops and snapping back through the carb. Not having valves, I started thinking spark timing but can't for the life of me see how the timing could be off. I set the new coil's airgap to .010" and don't understand how the timing could possibly be off unless something happened to move the flywheel. This is probably about the only thing I haven't checked mainly because I became disgusted with the project. Now its personal!
I can pull the flywheel but honestly, I doubt if anything happened to the keyway or flywheel itself which is the only way I can think of the timing changing. I have spark, air and compression and fuel, no problem. What I don't have is a backpack that runs. I would say it "blows" but not in the way I want.
Any insight you might have would be appreciated. It's Sunday the 13th and my wife and I are watching football. But, come Monday me and that blower are coming to terms.
Thanks for your channel, it's contents and, your expertise. Mechanics are easy to find. Good ones not so much.
Ken
I have DEFINITLY had issues with aftermarket coils doing this. I will not buy them anymore. If your old coil was sparking at all, it is fine. Put it back on and see what happens. The carb replacement might have fixed it.
Ken I’ve had several keyway failures on my 420’s which are just a slightly bigger version of the 340. The Keyways are tiny and subject to eventual metal fatigue I suppose. Yep…no fun getting to the flywheel to check the Keyway.
Such a fun video. Thanks for putting yourself out here on the "tube. I appreciate your knowledge produced in such an entertaining format.
Thank you!
Love your work! Way more fun than working on my own crap. I race vintage snowmobiles, so I really dig your content. And you taught me good stuff on zero steer mower selections!
Your channel is my goto place for small engine equipment. I'm not mechanically inclined at all and I love your channel. I mainly look for tips to prolong the life of my lawn equipment. If only time allows, please add a two line summary, time stamps and chapter names in your description section. That would be really helpful for folks like me to skip the "how to repair" sections and move on to the tips, information or advise section.
Here are some video suggestions:
-Winterizing mowers, trimmers and blowers.
-Top 3 mower, trimmer, mixed fuel and leaf blower brands and models that you recommend based on your experience.
Thank you for your incredible channel and the information you provide for the community. Knowledge is power and you empower us add so much value through your videos.
I will do that! Thanks!
@@Chickanic I've heard people suggest exercising the equipment by running them once a month (mower for 5 minutes and trimmer/blower for 2 minutes) is also a great option during the winter 🥶. Would love your opinion on that too. Thank you.
@@HeyYall398 l)
I love your content Bre. You have such a good attitude when working on these machines. I laughed outloud when you compared you right versus left arm strength/tone. 😂🤣
I do have a couple questions. 1. Do you and your hubby have any kids? 2. I don't use much 2-stroke fuel mix in a year. Is it best to discard the old mix and make some fresh for the coming year?
We have two sons. Our oldest is 20 and our youngest is 13. I don't trust fuel over 60 days here in Arkansas.
Hello from Sydney Australia, love your channel, you have taught me a few things …. Keep up the great work you do …. 😊
Thanks, will do!
Thanks for your time and sharing. I have learned a lot by watching your videos.
My pleasure!
Enjoy your videos very much.
I like the fresh approach to small engine repair.
I don’t know if you have covered this before, but how did you get started in the small engine repair business?
Is it an interest you have had since you were young?
Thanks for your time
Dawn detergent. As a retired under ground coal mine electrician, Dawn is used for a whole body experience. Even shampoo. Our job entailed not just electrics, but anything broken. It works! Of course as with anything, any type of reaction, check with a doctor. Thanks Bre for all you do!
I agree I’m retired diesel mechanic and used it for 58 years and still working part time
Finally my hands don’t smell like diesel fuel
When I worked in the oil fields I used lava bar soap on EVERY thing. Was the only way to get clean…
@@johnnymoore7480 We always had a bar of lava next to the wash bowl growing up on the farm. Eventually used Lava followed by a Dawn rinse but haven't used Lava in years. I like using Dawn and and medium/soft scrub brush to clean fingernails and palms of hands for a thorough grease, oil & crud cleanup.
Dawn is the bomb.. as the kids would say nowadays, if they used soap... it's amazing how many people walk out of a restroom without washing their hands, even after the BS of the last couple years. Amazing I tell ya.
Another great video. Thanks for all your info.
I absolutely enjoy your channel, I've been working with my hands all my life, from chainsaws to life size tonka trucks. I enjoy mechanics and have to admit it shows in every aspect of my life. You take pride in your work. I remember back in 05 I took an evening small engine class after attending HVAC class full time during the day, (back in my mid 20s). I absolutely enjoyed it, although that was just the beginning. The road never ends and technology changes as well as the difference in engineering from 1 to the other. I own an Echo cs 520 and have had many others. I being able to watch you scenarios and comparisons. Easy on the eyes. God bless you, I look forward to more videos.
When did you start working on small engines? I remember getting Chilton’s Small Engine Repair Manual as a kid in my Easter basket and sending away for information for Foley Belsaw’s Small Engine course because I wanted to be a small engine mechanic. I ended up in Real Estate, but still enjoy fixing saws mowers
This is what I put in my bio. Thanks for asking!
My name is Bre. I took two years of small engine repair at the local college. When I left school, I fell into a wonderful job at a local small engine shop where I worked the counter for a couple years. In 2010 my husband and I opened up our own small engine shop in central Arkansas where I am able to work alongside my family and best friends. We see over 2,000 pieces of equipment every year, and answer 1,000's of small engine questions. Hopefully, my experience I share, will save you Time, Money and Frustration in the future!
@@Chickanic didn’t even think to look there!
Nice video. I'll consider using a battery powered chainsaw when they make one that can handle 24 to 48in bar. Meanwhile I'll stick with gas powered stihl, husqvarna and antique saws.
Wow
That was a fun segment & great info.
Thank you
Respect from Oshawa Ontario Canada. I just happened on here. No notification.
I really enjoy your channel. Q: How do you dispose of the old gasoline that you remove from neglected machines?
While I am not a “ small engine shop”, i remix the fuel with fresh fuel and burn it off in a junk mower! This way it is no harm no foul, type disposal! Works 90% of the time!
I put it in my old truck, 52 Chevy does not care it it has extra oil in it or if it's old.....Modern Teck doesn't make it better......
We dump it in a 500 gallon vat everyday and it is picked up by a recycling company every couple months for free.
The recycling truck takes to the trufuel factory for canning, 😂
Love your content and looking forward to the upcoming charger footage. Hint Hint. Where do you dispose of your gas and oil. I have not found anywhere around me that takes it. Any help would be appreciated.
We dump it everyday into a 500 gallon vat and have a recycling service that picks it up every couple months for free. Pretty awesome!
Thanks for making the vids you do. I do small engine work part time and you are very good with different ways and easier tips than what i do for years..
Thanks!
Hi Bri have been watching from the UK and i think all your content is great, I repair all my own small and large machine , Sthil weed eaters hand held blowers and hedge trimmers. Have saved hundreds. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK.
Finally somebody else is on my page when I say that electric is no better than anything else especially when you look up lithium mining what it does to our land and keep in mind lithium is a one-time use once a battery is dead it is dead and cannot be reused
Question - what is your opinion on Honda discontinuing mowers? I made 2 videos myself on this weeks ago. Do you think they’ll continue to discontinue other things like snowblowers, generators, etc…. I discussed with a Honda rep and they said they will discontinue Honda mowers from hrn thru Honda commercial mowers. They are also discontinuing single stage snowblowers. I never see you working on snowblowers, but I own two Honda snowblowers and love them
We might get snow that is worthy of a snow blower once every two to five years. No one owns one here. LOL! I wasn't very impressed with the last homeowner model. It had a grass clogging issue. I did not think they would stop selling them though. Crazy times we live in.
@@Chickanic yes. 44 years Honda made lawn mowers and they pull this. My rep said moving to atv. I think that’s selfish on Hondas part. I just bought a Honda hrx217 lineup. Hopefully I don’t have that clogging issue you speak of like you had on the hrn model. I paid almost $1,000 for it
No question, just a big thank you for your channel. Always a pleasure to watch. Cheers from a guy in BC, Canada! 👍
Thanks for watching!
What's your opinion of mixing 40:1 in equipment calling for 50:1? It seems, maybe, the extra lubrication is a good trade off for a slightly shorter plug life. What's your take on this?
I mix a tad heavy. It's fine.
@@Chickanic Thanks. I love your channel. A lot of great information. Seems to me the little extra oil is cheap insurance.
Great advice. Thank you for being you.
We love you for what you do
Thank you for all you do chickanic your amazing I love your videos your information has inspired me thank you
Aw! Thanks!
Bre, your channel is amazing. I can sincerely say that you have inspired me to fix my lawn equipment. In the past, every time one of my machines would break I would just go out and buy a new one. I started this bad habit unfortunately due to a bad repair shop that overpriced me and didn't stand behind his work . They charged me a small fortune and the machines only worked once. Through the years for some reason or another I have built up an unwanted collection of machines. Your videos have taught me how to completely disassemble my trimmers, lawn mowers, chainsaws, service them and getting them up and running as well as prep them for storage. Thank you for such an amazing and informative Channel with such a positive attitude. Your videos are very educational and enjoyable to watch.
Question 1: What is the name of your store in Arkansas?
Since you mentioned and showed us in one of your videos that you have New Old Stock (NOS) if I have to go out and buy parts for old machines, I might as well buy them from you the next time I'm in Arkansas and support you and your Channel.
Question 2: I have a 12-year-old Ryobi trimmer EX 26 that the manufacturer no longer has in stock the Upper Boom Assembly. I have searched throughout the country for this part through different vendors, unfortunately no one has it. The shaft, is a split accessory shaft that you can switch out to an edger, weed eater etc. The female socket or cup on the flexible shaft on the upper boom assembly has worn away due to years of use has rounded off .
The motor is rock solid and always starts either on the first or second pull.
My question is as follows. Can one create or build an upper boom assembly from another machine of the same manufacturer or different manufacturer? I replaced mine by buying a discarded machine (same model) that I bought for parts. But due to the many years of that machine I know that that upper boom assembly will go sooner or later.
Would love to hear your response, maybe a video; who knows maybe someone else has the same problem.
Sincerely, thank you for your wonderful work and your Channel.
Your tips are excellent, and yes guys Dawn soap works the best for cleaning your hands. Thank you for another great video.
Hello!
I think you do a great job of explaining how to repair things and providing great detailed videos
I subscribed because of this
Thanks
You have helped me so much! And you are really really really pretty. Kinda reminds me of one of my granddaughters! Please keep on helping us! We all love you!
Aw! Thanks!
Finally grabbed that speedfeed trimmer head and it's actually the first string trimmer head I've ever liked...thanks! Now to step away from the true fuel, before I have problems with it,lol.
Ok Bre, because I think I love you, because I have convinced my daughter to subscribe to your channel, and because I know you have some old used LA-105 JD decks, with or without spindles that are just rotting away in your scrap yard, send me one. Seriously, I think you provide us with useful and greatly needed information, and have helped me out of several mechanical binds, with products you've promoted or procedures you've recommended. Continue the good work. I try to keep up with as many videos as I can.
I’m a new small engines teacher at my local high school. Thanks for the great content!
Thanks for watching!
I love all of your videos and very professional..
Thank you for sharing your knowledge. It has been invaluable to me as a small business owner, to not get scammed.
Glad to help!
I'm just a backyard mechanic but you Taught me a lot. I love .2 strokes and 4 strokes you've taught me a lot God-bless honey
Thanks so much Pyro!
Great content! I've watched several vidoes & have learned a lot. Thanks much!
I’m a regular listener love your videos keep it up …. I am a do it yourself kinda guy but still use our local shops for parts and repairs…. People have to think about the local repair shops without people like yourself lots of people would be in trouble
Thanks Again
Butch
Thank you thank you!! This chicken has learned so much from you.
Keep up the good work and videos.
Very good content. I used the water trick on some trimmer cord I had. It worked!. I checked in to the tach, out of stock and not known if and when it will be back in stock. Gloves- I try to wear them as much as I can. I will say during my USAF career, I was exposed to some very nasty stuff that we weren't warned about and were not required to wear PPE. Now, most of that stuff is banned, and PPE is required by regs. I may hit you up by message for help locating some parts. Friend dropped off an old Craftsman brush cutter. He wants the brush blade installed. The adapters are missing. Every place I look says no longer available.
I'm not going to ask a question but simply make a comment!, I've been repairing my own things for 50 years!, and I'm not giving up soon!. But I must say you have taught me several things on chainsaws and other small engines, so keep up the great work on your channel!.