*A quiet **Generater.Systems** , love the dual fuel capabilities, camper is 50 amp but the adapter helps and found it still handles the load. Haven't taken a camping trip yet, that's in a couple of weeks. Will see how well it does over a long weekend.*
Great video, and a big thanks for the close in camera shots. Most people won't go to the trouble of doing those close in shots, but it makes all the difference when you do. Good job
We have used the th-cam.com/users/postUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!
This worked perfectly. I did exactly this. Gas had been in generator more than a year. Did have the residual fuel dried up in fuel cup and carb. Took the carb cleaner and toothbrush. Worked great. Put all back together and added fresh gasoline. Took around 15 pulls then started up. Ran generator around 1 hour. Thank you for showing this. Thank you Jeff.
Hard to start my EU2000 after sitting a while - thought I had ignition problems, but cleaned the carb anyway and added fresh fuel - only use Premium w/o ethanol. Anyway, no help it seemed. but figured there might be oldre fuel in the line so reassembled and drained bowl 5 times. Looks like that worked! Note: pulled handle slowly 4-5 times then more quickly to0 try and start, After five times of draining bowl, priming bowl (3-4 slow strokes before a start attempt) it worked on time number 5. This video helped me get through all that.THANK YOU!
That looked like a shortcut carb clean as neither the float valve or main and pilot jets were removed for cleaning. You were lucky. For the first start after lack of use for awhile, I pressurise the fuel tank with a small hand air pump. It really improves starting.
Thanks for this excellent tutorial. In my case the main jet had become blocked and even the throttle butterfly valve had become stuck with gunk on top of all the rubbish in the float bowl and the fuel tank needed a big clean out too!! Had to strip the whole carby clean, etc. Put back together and purring like a cat!! Mike, Australia.
I just bought the new Honda 1100I companion and I'm elated. The tech guy at northerntool said before you store it for next use run gas all the way out then unscrew the screw connected to little bell where carb is and drain gas completely out because then you should be good to go? if u do this each time will it prevent build up and break down in carburetor seems easy enough?
On any generator, I recommend draining all the fuel and spraying wD-40 in the carb and remove the fuel line and spray WD into the carb. I try and run or drain any fuel left in the bowl. The WD-40 prevents the float from sticking and doesnt go sticky with age. I used to summarize all my snowmobiles that way every year and All I had to do was add fresh fuel and they started and ran perfect every season.
hello, thankyou for the video. My honda 2000 eu, will start and run for a while. then it will stutter and stall. If I get to it quickly, I have found that by blowing into the fuel lid hole, it will run fine again. Some times thats all it takes for the rest of the of the duration. Im guessing it is getting some air in the line somehow, but once I blow into the filler hole a few times then its good again, do you have any suggestions?
Thanks so much for this video! I have two Honda EU2000i generators, and both were having issues. One wouldn't stay running for more than about 10 seconds, and the other would only keep running with full choke. These units have less than 60 hours on them, but they are about 5 years old. They are like new. I watched the video, learned how to take them apart and clean them up, and learned the importance of non-ethanol fuel. I picked up some premium non-ethanol fuel (TWO stations within a few miles of me have it!), drained the tanks, added some Seafoam, and they both fired right up and, more importantly, stayed running for the hour I ran them. One of them still has a surge on the Eco mode, but it didn't die on me. I am wondering if that won't go away as I run them again today with the Seafoam cleaning the fuel system more?? If anyone has any advice on getting the surge, I would love to have it. Thanks again!
When you took the float bowl off there was a hose attached. That's actually the drain for the tank. It drains out the bottom of the unit. Easily seen at 6:58
Thanks for the video. What about removing the main jet and emulsion tube, don't those need to be pulled and ensure all the orifices are open as well? That would resolve the issue with surging. Appreciate you making this video and I did take away some knowledge from it...so thanks !!
The original pilot jet only has one o-ring. The replacements have two. I found the original design can allow excess air to be sucked past the valve resulting in a lean mixture and inability to run smoothly without choke. If you have this problem, replace the pilot valve with one that has two o-rings.
I sure appreciate this video. Got my Honda generator to run finally but only runs for a few second on choke on and then dies. Any suggestions? Thanks! 👍
The ‘choke’ closes off the air intake, only allowing gas to enter the carb. Thus choking it…no air. Choking of any gasoline/combustion engine is only intended to be gas only for a couple of seconds. Anything more than that will load up the carburetor and engine with only gas. Known as ‘flooding’ it. Choke/choking is generally only necessary in a cold engine. Once an engine has run for 10-15 minutes (or more) it usually does not require being choked. In fact, you’re more than likely to have problems restarting it because now you have, flooded it. So, to answer your question: only choke for a couple seconds or it will die from no air…like people if choked for any length of time! Hope this has helped. FYI-This isn’t a good video on servicing small portable generators. If you get lucky it might work but for only a little more time an effort you can clean the jets, properly. Then you know you’ve done an adequate cleaning of the fuel system. Blowing carb cleaner and air upward from the intake orifice has about as good a chance of clearing the jet as does flossing your teeth with a rope!
All right with your help I’m going to try and fix mine, ( actually new to me). Any advantage in replacing float bowl and or gasket? I’’v ordered a manual which should be here next week. Wrenches ready to go!
not good. But it will probably be ok. as long as it was not something hard like wood or metal. ...maybe blow some air in there or try to pull the rope fast a few times the air pressure may blow it out
A couple hoses and you can take the carb to the bench to clean it correctly. The main jet has 7 little holes on the side if it you have to make sure are clean when there is corrosion in the bowl not to mention the main jet hole which is usually clogged. Unscrew the main jet CCW and remove it to clean properly. Check all the holes for daylight. Remove the emulsion tube under it by tapping the carb on the table or blowing compressed air through the little hole by the gasket. It will pop out and clean it too with carb cleaner. Reassemble and the main jet bottoms out. No backing so many turns. Use regular gas no ethanol.
I just bought the new honda 1100I companion and im elated. The tech guy at northerntool said before you store it for next use run gas all the way out then unscrew the screw connected to little bell where carb is and drain gas completely out then you should be good to go? if u do this each time will it prevent build up and break down seems easy enough?
Have to revisit that 2nd one....didn't seem quite right...carb was running lean - hunting in eco mode, and didn't run rough with the choke on after start up, blocked idle jet etc👍🇦🇺
I have a lawn flite ride on mover and it go in 2nd 3rd 4th 5th and 6th but won’t go in 1st or park and need it in park to start the mover so can you help me
This shows how important it is to keep your fuel system SPOTLESSLY CLEAN, or you Can, & Will have problems.....Also run your unit for about 20 mins every month...I like storing my Honda EU2000 with a quart of engineered Fuel without Ethanol,....You can get it at Lowes .....The gray can has zero oil, & is the best for long term 4 stroke storage.....Keep your Genny CLEAN !!!!
1.Syphon fuel from tank after running for a few minutes 2.After this run again until it dies. 3.Drain remaining fuel from carb bowl 4.Choke and pull cord a half a dozen times to clear any remaining drops from carb. 5. Tighten drain screw back and store unit. I do this every 6 months and never have a problem with my eu2000.
I'm convinced that draining the fuel completely from the carb only helps a little bit. Obviously, a carb should be drained before long storage, but small residues of gas actually evaporate more quickly than in a full float bowl. Pilot jets in generator carbs clog frequently and technically these never have gas sitting in them after every shut off drained or not other than the residue left each run. Draining the carb is no guarantee that you won't have to pull and clean the jets eventually. "Fuel system cleaners" seem to do nothing on those small deposits, too even ran close to full strength which is annoying.
Did they produce power??? What was voltage? What was the hertz? Was the inverter working properly? If your intent was to make the engine run, good job. If you were working on my generator I would expect a thorough tuneup and a check to make sure that the generator did what it was designed for: to generate electricity at the proper rated voltage, the proper rated hertz, and the rated watt output.
You didn’t hook the auto throttle assembly on top of the carburetor up correctly. It’s all in the white cap with wires going to it held on top of the carb with 2 screws.
There you have the twin generators but how ready are they? I place mine at ready-to-run location and fill gas up to the top. This will minimize air space that will oxidize and turn the fuel bad. I run the generators for 15 minutes on the first day of the month. Then I release the left over fuel in the carburetors, refill the fuel up top and put them back in hibernate. This has been going on for at least a year and I have no issues of starting them every time I want. Just my way of having them ready.
I used to soak in cleaners to clean out those carbs parts or anything that won't be damaged, but a cheap box of baking soda and a cheap H. Freight blaster takes about 10 seconds.
I always drain the remains of the fuel from the carb on my honda eu 10i. Know that 2000i has a timing belt that has to be replaced after about 10 years. Its not an easy job to to. I think eu 10i is better because it has a pushrod engine, but it does require more frequent valve adjustment compared to eu 2000i's engine.
I'm a landscaper and I keep non- ethanol fuel at least 4-5 gallons 365 24-7 use in all my 2 stroke equipment and generators I run my generators at least 1 a month.
Your technique of starting them by pulling the cord nearly vertical is how the case gets gouged from the pull cord. I always hold the handle with my left hand, stand off to the side and pull the cord out to the side with my right hand, so I don't gouge the case.
@@JeffsLittleEngineService I always ran Mobil 1 or Valvoline old-school 30 weight but according to what's recommended is the non detergent because it acts like a sticker to hold the debris
It's best to replace a corroded float bowl when it gets too bad as it will continue to rot even after cleaning. You will have constant issues with a plugged main jet due to corrosion every year. I find it best just to replace them. The coating protecting the base metal is gone.
They do. The clear hose he put on the one carb is a drain tube for the carb. Has a small screw on underside of carb bowl. You turn it 1/2 turn and it drains the bowl. I agree with a few people above that said to run some Tru-Fuel or similar in Generator for storage. It won't age like pump gas.
*A quiet **Generater.Systems** , love the dual fuel capabilities, camper is 50 amp but the adapter helps and found it still handles the load. Haven't taken a camping trip yet, that's in a couple of weeks. Will see how well it does over a long weekend.*
Great video, and a big thanks for the close in camera shots. Most people won't go to the trouble of doing those close in shots, but it makes all the difference when you do. Good job
Thanks friend!👍
We have used the th-cam.com/users/postUgkxOTeIs0vv4_9B5hsmnLsk9r930uDQLu_Y for probably 30 hours with our camper and it’s been great! The noise level is really only noticeable when running the AC and other appliances like the microwave, hair dryer, or coffee pot. It’s not huge like other ones and it has wheels so even at 90lbs, I can move it!
choke is for cold starts only
Thanks so much , I cleaned that fuel bell like you said and now my generator starts in 1 pull!!
This worked perfectly. I did exactly this. Gas had been in generator more than a year. Did have the residual fuel dried up in fuel cup and carb. Took the carb cleaner and toothbrush. Worked great. Put all back together and added fresh gasoline. Took around 15 pulls then started up. Ran generator around 1 hour. Thank you for showing this. Thank you Jeff.
Glad it helped
No Stabil in the fuel? Always use Stabil, or similar in the fuel if you won’t be running it regularly.
@@Fluterra fuel stabilizers hurt the engine more and might even cause more rust.
Hard to start my EU2000 after sitting a while - thought I had ignition problems, but cleaned the carb anyway and added fresh fuel - only use Premium w/o ethanol. Anyway, no help it seemed. but figured there might be oldre fuel in the line so reassembled and drained bowl 5 times. Looks like that worked! Note: pulled handle slowly 4-5 times then more quickly to0 try and start, After five times of draining bowl, priming bowl (3-4 slow strokes before a start attempt) it worked on time number 5. This video helped me get through all that.THANK YOU!
Thanks for watching!
Thank you sir. I don't know what the labor rate is at the Honda lawnmower shop, but you saved me alot of money.
That looked like a shortcut carb clean as neither the float valve or main and pilot jets were removed for cleaning. You were lucky. For the first start after lack of use for awhile, I pressurise the fuel tank with a small hand air pump. It really improves starting.
yep if the carb isn't too dirty you often do not need to remove and completely dissassemble and clean it.
You do good work and explain your procedures well. Many thanks from Ohio. Ethanol is the enemy of small engines. I avoid it "like the plague."
Thanks friend
@@JeffsLittleEngineService FACTS IS FACTS! It's my pleasure to leave good feedback on a good channel's content.
gasoline in usa 10x cheaper then germany,and you take care of that last drops gasoline.
IMPRESSIVE & RESPECTFULL GUY!
Thanks for this excellent tutorial. In my case the main jet had become blocked and even the throttle butterfly valve had become stuck with gunk on top of all the rubbish in the float bowl and the fuel tank needed a big clean out too!! Had to strip the whole carby clean, etc. Put back together and purring like a cat!! Mike, Australia.
Thanks for the instructable. I need to do this to two generators that I have. This is a great help for a non-mechanic like me.
I have one of these, they are practically indestructible.
Great video!
Thanks for watching!
thanks you just save me a lot of time and helped ms get my gen back running in this crazy houston weather
Glad I could help. Stay safe down there
I just bought the new Honda 1100I companion and I'm elated. The tech guy at northerntool said before you store it for next use run gas all the way out then unscrew the screw connected to little bell where carb is and drain gas completely out because then you should be good to go? if u do this each time will it prevent build up and break down in carburetor seems easy enough?
Great video . Fixed both of mine in total of 20-30 min . Thanks again !!!
Nice work!
Good job. I highly recommend those magnetic drain plugs.
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Awesome thank you!
Vinegar that's a new one for me thanks for the tip.
Yes! Vinegar is acetic acid. Nope! Carb cleaner is better r an ultrasonic cleaner
On any generator, I recommend draining all the fuel and spraying wD-40 in the carb and remove the fuel line and spray WD into the carb. I try and run or drain any fuel left in the bowl. The WD-40 prevents the float from sticking and doesnt go sticky with age. I used to summarize all my snowmobiles that way every year and All I had to do was add fresh fuel and they started and ran perfect every season.
very good advice
hello, thankyou for the video. My honda 2000 eu, will start and run for a while. then it will stutter and stall. If I get to it quickly, I have found that by blowing into the fuel lid hole, it will run fine again. Some times thats all it takes for the rest of the of the duration. Im guessing it is getting some air in the line somehow, but once I blow into the filler hole a few times then its good again, do you have any suggestions?
My guess would be contaminents in fuel tank and carburetor, probably moisture.
Thanks so much for this video! I have two Honda EU2000i generators, and both were having issues. One wouldn't stay running for more than about 10 seconds, and the other would only keep running with full choke. These units have less than 60 hours on them, but they are about 5 years old. They are like new. I watched the video, learned how to take them apart and clean them up, and learned the importance of non-ethanol fuel. I picked up some premium non-ethanol fuel (TWO stations within a few miles of me have it!), drained the tanks, added some Seafoam, and they both fired right up and, more importantly, stayed running for the hour I ran them. One of them still has a surge on the Eco mode, but it didn't die on me. I am wondering if that won't go away as I run them again today with the Seafoam cleaning the fuel system more?? If anyone has any advice on getting the surge, I would love to have it. Thanks again!
it is the slow speed jet passage that is plugged
Great tutorial, so you are never too old to learn, thank you so much re white vinegar, Vern Australia.
Thanks for watching mate
When you took the float bowl off there was a hose attached. That's actually the drain for the tank. It drains out the bottom of the unit. Easily seen at 6:58
Thanks for the video. What about removing the main jet and emulsion tube, don't those need to be pulled and ensure all the orifices are open as well? That would resolve the issue with surging. Appreciate you making this video and I did take away some knowledge from it...so thanks !!
Great point! more thorough is usually better
Thanks for the instruction. Worked great. Started on the 4th pull after cleaning.
where do you spray starter fluid?
where the air filter is, remove plastic cover and air filter and spray in hole behind air filter
(Am I the only person who is very tired of seeing OLD SPICE commercials?)
As to the video: Excellent! Very easy to follow.
Thank you!
The original pilot jet only has one o-ring. The replacements have two. I found the original design can allow excess air to be sucked past the valve resulting in a lean mixture and inability to run smoothly without choke. If you have this problem, replace the pilot valve with one that has two o-rings.
good tip and good info
I sure appreciate this video. Got my Honda generator to run finally but only runs for a few second on choke on and then dies.
Any suggestions?
Thanks! 👍
The ‘choke’ closes off the air intake, only allowing gas to enter the carb. Thus choking it…no air.
Choking of any gasoline/combustion engine is only intended to be gas only for a couple of seconds. Anything more than that will load up the carburetor and engine with only gas. Known as ‘flooding’ it.
Choke/choking is generally only necessary in a cold engine. Once an engine has run for 10-15 minutes (or more) it usually does not require being choked. In fact, you’re more than likely to have problems restarting it because now you have, flooded it.
So, to answer your question: only choke for a couple seconds or it will die from no air…like people if choked for any length of time!
Hope this has helped.
FYI-This isn’t a good video on servicing small portable generators. If you get lucky it might work but for only a little more time an effort you can clean the jets, properly. Then you know you’ve done an adequate cleaning of the fuel system.
Blowing carb cleaner and air upward from the intake orifice has about as good a chance of clearing the jet as does flossing your teeth with a rope!
Thank you for this video. I learned much.
All right with your help I’m going to try and fix mine, ( actually new to me). Any advantage in replacing float bowl and or gasket? I’’v ordered a manual which should be here next week. Wrenches ready to go!
new gaskets are never a bad idea!
Great job! They also need the plastic jet cleaned out. That’s why they don’t idle smoothly on eco mode
Great tip!
Excellent tutorial. Thank you very much.
You are welcome!
Saved this one and subscribed.
Thanks Lance
I added magnetic dipsticks to my two EU2300’s. Great upgrade along with an hour meter.
Good tip!
When I removed the plug to get to the sparked plug, some derbies fell into there. Is that something I need to be worried about? Thank you
not good. But it will probably be ok. as long as it was not something hard like wood or metal. ...maybe blow some air in there or try to pull the rope fast a few times the air pressure may blow it out
Jeff, have you ever worked on a Westinghouse igen2500? I’m having same problem.
Yes and I will never work on one again, they are crap.
A couple hoses and you can take the carb to the bench to clean it correctly. The main jet has 7 little holes on the side if it you have to make sure are clean when there is corrosion in the bowl not to mention the main jet hole which is usually clogged. Unscrew the main jet CCW and remove it to clean properly. Check all the holes for daylight. Remove the emulsion tube under it by tapping the carb on the table or blowing compressed air through the little hole by the gasket. It will pop out and clean it too with carb cleaner. Reassemble and the main jet bottoms out. No backing so many turns. Use regular gas no ethanol.
I just bought the new honda 1100I companion and im elated. The tech guy at northerntool said before you store it for next use run gas all the way out then unscrew the screw connected to little bell where carb is and drain gas completely out then you should be good to go? if u do this each time will it prevent build up and break down seems easy enough?
great video!! i never can figure ou the gas cap vent. ...confusing
I just got one at a pawn shop in hermit ca 350. Now I know how to service it
Don't worry about tightening those two 8mm nuts. Metal sleeves in the bolt holes protect the plastic from crushing. Within reason, of course.
Have to revisit that 2nd one....didn't seem quite right...carb was running lean - hunting in eco mode, and didn't run rough with the choke on after start up, blocked idle jet etc👍🇦🇺
You are correct
hondas are amazing just the design of those are so great
Do those generators have fuel filters?
usually no just a screen in the tank
Great video content.
Much appreciated Thanks for watching
Very informative and helpful.
The last one might need a little more attention to the carb because in Eco mode its surging .
Thankyou for your your time. Much appreciated.
Great, my main jet was clogged, put back together and runs like a champ, I used a small torch tip cleaner.
I prefer to pull the carb and remove the jets and make sure they are clean.
that is probably the best way...I was taking shortcuts in this video!
I don't store mine with fuel in the carb! Store them in cooler temps. Seafoam is my friend
Please click on this link th-cam.com/video/bQR0UyLv4_Y/w-d-xo.html this is a good video for you to be safe than sorry.
Hi. How often the oil should be changed.
Every 25 hours of runtime, I'd expect.
Well done.. Thanks, that's just what I was looking for.
Glad I could help
They were running rough and you did not have to take the jets out?
sometimes you do not need to do that
Great video
Thanks
Thanks friend!
What would make the generator smoke????
most likely too much oil or oil on the airfilter or the worst would be bad piston rings or a blown head gasket
I am keeping close tabs on my gas tank gas. I now date when I put gas in and run it low so if it need changing its only a gallon or so.
Where did you buy that item to get the gas out?
My gas suction pump is off of an old fix a flat jug' Many houshould items can be repurposed as a pump, such as soap dispensers etc...
@@JeffsLittleEngineService I will see what I can find, thanks.
I have a lawn flite ride on mover and it go in 2nd 3rd 4th 5th and 6th but won’t go in 1st or park and need it in park to start the mover so can you help me
Lawn FLITE ride on lawnmower
I put on a new pull rope and now it won't even try to start. Any Ideas.
probably needs fuel system cleaned. try starting fluid
This shows how important it is to keep your fuel system SPOTLESSLY CLEAN, or you Can, & Will have problems.....Also run your unit for about 20 mins every month...I like storing my Honda EU2000 with a quart of engineered Fuel without Ethanol,....You can get it at Lowes .....The gray can has zero oil, & is the best for long term 4 stroke storage.....Keep your Genny CLEAN !!!!
Store WITHOUT ANY FUEL!
Unit has a built in drain if you use it
The manual has storage recommendations and time periods as well
So no tank top off and fuel stabilizer? Lookin got that repeat business...
You said it takes 10W-30 but you put straight. 30 in it ?
Good catch! I have a big gallon jug of 10w30...so I fill up a smaller 30w qt bottle to pour it easier.
1.Syphon fuel from tank after running for a few minutes
2.After this run again until it dies.
3.Drain remaining fuel from carb bowl
4.Choke and pull cord a half a dozen times to clear any remaining drops from carb.
5. Tighten drain screw back and store unit.
I do this every 6 months and never have a problem with my eu2000.
great tip!
I'm convinced that draining the fuel completely from the carb only helps a little bit. Obviously, a carb should be drained before long storage, but small residues of gas actually evaporate more quickly than in a full float bowl. Pilot jets in generator carbs clog frequently and technically these never have gas sitting in them after every shut off drained or not other than the residue left each run. Draining the carb is no guarantee that you won't have to pull and clean the jets eventually. "Fuel system cleaners" seem to do nothing on those small deposits, too even ran close to full strength which is annoying.
I have the same Kobalt 1/4" drive ratchet....I Love it...Very smooth !!!
It sure is!
Your Video was really helpful Thank you.
Thanks
Did they produce power??? What was voltage? What was the hertz? Was the inverter working properly? If your intent was to make the engine run, good job. If you were working on my generator I would expect a thorough tuneup and a check to make sure that the generator did what it was designed for: to generate electricity at the proper rated voltage, the proper rated hertz, and the rated watt output.
I was just fixing the engine no start problem. No other issues were noted.
Are you located in the Pacific Northwest?
yes
Good vid thanks
Glad you enjoyed it
I just replaced my carb and now the eco switch doesn’t work. Just runs at full throttle now. Any clue what went wrong?
You didn’t hook the auto throttle assembly on top of the carburetor up correctly. It’s all in the white cap with wires going to it held on top of the carb with 2 screws.
Very informative. I like the comments!
Thanks for watching!
Yep one of mine won't start either I need it for my home made camper
Yes you'll see a plastic black screw on the carburetor unscrew and pop out low jet use a thin wire to unclug
There you have the twin generators but how ready are they?
I place mine at ready-to-run location and fill gas up to the top. This will minimize air space that will oxidize and turn the fuel bad. I run the generators for 15 minutes on the first day of the month. Then I release the left over fuel in the carburetors, refill the fuel up top and put them back in hibernate. This has been going on for at least a year and I have no issues of starting them every time I want.
Just my way of having them ready.
I used to soak in cleaners to clean out those carbs parts or anything that won't be damaged, but a cheap box of baking soda and a cheap H. Freight blaster takes about 10 seconds.
Excellent Mr. Jeff🙌💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪💪👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Need to check mine .👍
I always drain the remains of the fuel from the carb on my honda eu 10i. Know that 2000i has a timing belt that has to be replaced after about 10 years. Its not an easy job to to. I think eu 10i is better because it has a pushrod engine, but it does require more frequent valve adjustment compared to eu 2000i's engine.
wow I learned so much, thank you !
Glad it was helpful!
I'm a landscaper and I keep non- ethanol fuel at least 4-5 gallons 365 24-7 use in all my 2 stroke equipment and generators I run my generators at least 1 a month.
good tip
Thanks, very useful!
hey, nice vid. what air compressor are you using?
a 25 year old beater a friend gave me
Your technique of starting them by pulling the cord nearly vertical is how the case gets gouged from the pull cord. I always hold the handle with my left hand, stand off to the side and pull the cord out to the side with my right hand, so I don't gouge the case.
Who freaking cares?
The wind chimes are a little annoying, but otherwise an excellent video.
What Is your theory on engine oil detergent vs non detergent
Good question. ALWAYS run detergent style oil. That is what is recommended.
@@JeffsLittleEngineService I always ran Mobil 1 or Valvoline old-school 30 weight but according to what's recommended is the non detergent because it acts like a sticker to hold the debris
The second generator was surging. You still have some work to do on the carb.
Good ear you were right
Good Job!
Thanks!
both look new from outside
That cup he used was a 1985 flashback. LOL
indeed! haha!
The second one is running a bit lean .. clean the emulsion tube in the carb …
He didn’t clean out the plastic, slow jet…it’s gummed up causing a lean run
It's best to replace a corroded float bowl when it gets too bad as it will continue to rot even after cleaning. You will have constant issues with a plugged main jet due to corrosion every year. I find it best just to replace them. The coating protecting the base metal is gone.
good tip
I usually have to pull the carb, take out and clean the main jet and emulsion tube .. also clean the pilot jet ... (hint: use non-ethanol gasoline)
Thomas Chrombly i bet this dude charged full price for a half ass job
Running non ethanol gas is seldom an option. Use Seafoam and stabil run the carb dry before storing store in climate control.
Same honda 2000 i stored for two
YEARS RUN WHEN LAST USED
NOW NO SPARK AT PLUG .???
check oil level because the low oil switch turns off spark..
Dead on hit .Up and running.
Thanks a million.USMC RET
Honda should have put in carburetor drain like Yamaha did on most recent model.
They do. The clear hose he put on the one carb is a drain tube for the carb. Has a small screw on underside of carb bowl. You turn it 1/2 turn and it drains the bowl. I agree with a few people above that said to run some Tru-Fuel or similar in Generator for storage. It won't age like pump gas.
Let mine sit over a yr and 1/2 4 pulls started up yesterday
Use Sta-Bil in your gas cans and periodically add a little Seafoam to the gas tank of the generator and run it a few minutes during lay up period.
good tips
Run non-oxy gas with Star Tron or Sea Foam. That should help with the crap in the carb.
good tip
Great video jeff are those polish chickens?
Silkie chickens and I love 'em! Thanks for watching
Ethanol gas is a nasty gas tank enemy ☹️☹️ I'm Fonda of a Honda great job with the Honda generator s my small engine repair brother 😀
Thanks brother
@@JeffsLittleEngineService your are welcome my lawn mower repair brother 😎👍👍😎
I love Honda/clones too Honda has one of best and easiest carbs to service also it very easy to work a gx160
good job
Thanks for watching