Follow along as I change the primer bulb on the hitachi leaf blower. We come across some complications and work our way through so maybe it’ll help you change your own.
I'm so glad I found your channel!!! My husband died three years ago and I am having to learn how to fix things on my own. Your video out of all the others I have seen was the most helpful. You sure helped this middle aged lady. Thank you for you detailed video. You are a blessing. I sure hope you continue to make videos because you explain things so well. Thank You again Mrs Betty!!!
Thank you for your encouraging message. I try to make my videos where even I can understand how to do it cause there’s a lot of things that don’t make any sense to me lol I got to replace my bathtub drain soon and boy that scares me (what if I take it out and can’t get it back in?!?) well, we’ll know next week 😁
My blower is the exact same model as yours, but when I took it apart, I noticed the short pipe (on the primer bulb) was going to the carburetor and the long one went to the tank (just the opposite of what you showed.) Nevertheless, I assembled it exactly like you did following "short tube sucks, the long tube blows" idea. Being a guy and being somewhat impatient I skipped ahead and missed the part where you discovered you had the tubes hooked up opposite to the way Hitachi did it. I went back to watch the video again and that's when I realized I had it wrong. No big deal. I changed it so it works now. I would probably not even have gotten the black plastic cover off without this video! Thanks.😁
Thanks for sharing your story I was trying to figure it out myself as I went along I hope I didn’t confuse you too much 😂 I’m glad you got it figured out and I’m glad I got a chance to help 😊
Like your channel you're humble and real. I've been working on my homelite 2 blower and it's reversed after much study and trials. My pump is after carburetor
Thank you girl! You are the first to go into the details of how to remove carb and bulb without making it seem so complicated. Now I'm going to fix mine.
Not a mechanic Betty, I was taking a trip into the twilight zone till I saw your video. Everything was going smoothly until I tried to put it back together. Then those screws suddenly shrunk, not long enough. Worked with it for 45 minutes, very frustrating. Did not remember a big gap between the carburetor and the plastic plate. After looking at your video I realized I that plate was backwards. Finally sanity returns, thank you so much!
Sometimes even with pictures things can be confusing. I will turn the part every which way and say “what in the world is going on???”. Anyway; I’m glad I could help, that’s what I made the video for 😁. Take care and have a great day.
I have the same Hitachi leaf blower, now I know how to change The primer bulb. I also have a Boston terrier that follows me around too.I like your videos
Thanks! I have the same blower and the intake tubes were cracked. Took 5 mins to fix, but I appreciate you taking the time to show all the details. I like to know what I'm getting into before I start.
Very good job. Nice closeup shots and explanation of how it works. One thing that came to mind that could have been a helpful hint, although you answer the question later - but it took a correcdtion - once you get the plate off and can see the back of the bulb before you pop out the bulb, look carefully at the bulb and you'll see two stems. As you pull off the two tubes, see which hose is attached to the longer and shorter of the bulb stems. Be sure to reattach the lines to the same stems. That's not a criticism because you caught it. But that eliminates the need to figure it out later. Thans - post more !
YOU are VERY mechanically inclined! I just discovered that gas can only flow through the carb in one direction- from the supply line ( has a filter on the end of it in the gas tank), through the carb, and out on the suction side of the bulb. The gas and air that was in the carb is then ejected back into the gas tank via the smaller line that doesn't have a filter. l think you were just figuring that out in the video.
Unfortunately, you state that the longer nipple on the primer bulb goes to the carburetor. That is incorrect. The fuel isn't pushed to the carb, rather it is sucked through from the tank. The shorter tube that provides the suction is the one that goes to the carb. I was also able to replace the bulb and tubes without pulling the carb or plastic holder plate off. I did this to avoid affecting the gasket between the carb and head as I didn't have a spare. I used needle nose plyers and a flat head screwdriver to pry the lines off. Nice video though. Thanks for doing it.
My Hitachi RB24EAP was lined in this direction: fuel filter > line > carb > line > primer bulb > line > tank. That way bubbles are purged from the carb.
Hi Betty, I’m a new subscriber, really enjoyed your video. This is the second one I’ve seen, the first was the brake pedal switch on a vehicle. You do fine repairs. Great job, looking forward to seeing your videos. Big Al.
Ms. Betty......I am a novice at mechanical repair. I am attempting to change the fuel lines on my Hitachi b/c one of them is broken at the grommet. I can't seem to loosen the bolts on the fuel intake/choke assembly.....I have used several different phillips head screwdrivers to do the job but no luck. As a "rookie" I do not have a bunch of job specific tools in my little toolbox.....and as a reitree I am trying to save a bucks by doing this myself (famous last words!). Any suggestions on how to loosen the assembly bolts? My Hitachi is over 10 years old. Thanks for any advice you may have to share.....
Did you spray them with a penetrating lube like pb blaster this is usually all it takes. Also try turning them both ways sometimes tightening them can actually help loosen them. Be careful not to strip the head I know you said it was a Phillips head but if you could find something to give more leverage like a breaker bar may help as well. Good luck to you
@@NotamechanicBetty Thank you m'am. I will go back to the garage and try it again. (whatever doesn't kill you, makes you stronger). Thanks again for the tip. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge for those of us who are "mechanically" challenged.
Hello my friend, loving the channel and what you doing. Can I interest you to do a live stream with me 01-28 at 8:00pm est for about 20-30 minutes? We can talk about what you got going on and anything else you want to speak on. I have about 20k sub and that could possibly open up more doors. Please let me know, thanks
That does sound like a great opportunity. I sent you a friend request on Facebook, we can talk about it first I’ve never done a live stream not sure how
Just last week my husband and his brother tore out their Mom’s entire bathroom all the way down to the dirt outside and replaced the floor and entire plumbing. I didn’t record it though. Yes coffee ( today I added a pack of hot chocolate)
Why all the extra talking? Why show yourself looking for the bulb underneath the table with a stick? This video should be 3 to 5 minutes long, tops even with carefully explaining all of your steps.
Thanks for expressing your thoughts my friend. Ultimately though,It’s my channel this is the way I do things. I think it’s a good video just the way it is. Thanks for watching and I hope you have a bright and happy day.
Thanks for the guidance and instruction! I was able to fix mine in less than 10 minutes and now it’s working perfectly!
I'm so glad I found your channel!!! My husband died three years ago and I am having to learn how to fix things on my own. Your video out of all the others I have seen was the most helpful. You sure helped this middle aged lady. Thank you for you detailed video. You are a blessing. I sure hope you continue to make videos because you explain things so well. Thank You again Mrs Betty!!!
Thank you for your encouraging message. I try to make my videos where even I can understand how to do it cause there’s a lot of things that don’t make any sense to me lol I got to replace my bathtub drain soon and boy that scares me (what if I take it out and can’t get it back in?!?) well, we’ll know next week 😁
My blower is the exact same model as yours, but when I took it apart, I noticed the short pipe (on the primer bulb) was going to the carburetor and the long one went to the tank (just the opposite of what you showed.) Nevertheless, I assembled it exactly like you did following "short tube sucks, the long tube blows" idea. Being a guy and being somewhat impatient I skipped ahead and missed the part where you discovered you had the tubes hooked up opposite to the way Hitachi did it. I went back to watch the video again and that's when I realized I had it wrong. No big deal. I changed it so it works now. I would probably not even have gotten the black plastic cover off without this video! Thanks.😁
Thanks for sharing your story I was trying to figure it out myself as I went along I hope I didn’t confuse you too much 😂 I’m glad you got it figured out and I’m glad I got a chance to help 😊
Like your channel you're humble and real. I've been working on my homelite 2 blower and it's reversed after much study and trials. My pump is after carburetor
Thank you girl! You are the first to go into the details of how to remove carb and bulb without making it seem so complicated. Now I'm going to fix mine.
You explain everything perfectly. Install d my new primer bulb in less than 5 minuet’s. Thanks for taking the time to post this video. 😊
Not a mechanic Betty, I was taking a trip into the twilight zone till I saw your video. Everything was going smoothly until I tried to put it back together. Then those screws suddenly shrunk, not long enough. Worked with it for 45 minutes, very frustrating. Did not remember a big gap between the carburetor and the plastic plate. After looking at your video I realized I that plate was backwards. Finally sanity returns, thank you so much!
Sometimes even with pictures things can be confusing. I will turn the part every which way and say “what in the world is going on???”. Anyway; I’m glad I could help, that’s what I made the video for 😁. Take care and have a great day.
Great video and explanation, thank you very much ma'am!
Thank you! Explained everything just perfect
I have the same Hitachi leaf blower, now I know how to change The primer bulb. I also have a Boston terrier that follows me around too.I like your videos
He follows me EVERYWHERE 🐶
I like the fact you make sure we can see most of the steps, thanks
Thanks! I have the same blower and the intake tubes were cracked. Took 5 mins to fix, but I appreciate you taking the time to show all the details. I like to know what I'm getting into before I start.
Very good job. Nice closeup shots and explanation of how it works. One thing that came to mind that could have been a helpful hint, although you answer the question later - but it took a correcdtion - once you get the plate off and can see the back of the bulb before you pop out the bulb, look carefully at the bulb and you'll see two stems. As you pull off the two tubes, see which hose is attached to the longer and shorter of the bulb stems. Be sure to reattach the lines to the same stems. That's not a criticism because you caught it. But that eliminates the need to figure it out later. Thans - post more !
YOU are VERY mechanically inclined! I just discovered that gas can only flow through the carb in one direction- from the supply line ( has a filter on the end of it in the gas tank), through the carb, and out on the suction side of the bulb. The gas and air that was in the carb is then ejected back into the gas tank via the smaller line that doesn't have a filter. l think you were just figuring that out in the video.
I love the bloopers
Great Video a little longer than I wanted to but was very helpful in getting my leaf blower going thanks
I rarely comment on youtube but it was actually entertaining watching you.
Thank you, I appreciate that.
No worries. Other channels say that manufacturers don't really print where inlet and outlet on carburetors 🙄
LOL!! Love the outtakes, Betty!
Thanks for your help. It works perfectly.. From Winter Garden, FL
As always great great great. Sound was perfect. Happy you got that fixed. I love the accent.
Unfortunately, you state that the longer nipple on the primer bulb goes to the carburetor. That is incorrect. The fuel isn't pushed to the carb, rather it is sucked through from the tank. The shorter tube that provides the suction is the one that goes to the carb. I was also able to replace the bulb and tubes without pulling the carb or plastic holder plate off. I did this to avoid affecting the gasket between the carb and head as I didn't have a spare. I used needle nose plyers and a flat head screwdriver to pry the lines off. Nice video though. Thanks for doing it.
My Hitachi RB24EAP was lined in this direction: fuel filter > line > carb > line > primer bulb > line > tank. That way bubbles are purged from the carb.
Hi Betty, I’m a new subscriber, really enjoyed your video. This is the second one I’ve seen, the first was the brake pedal switch on a vehicle. You do fine repairs. Great job, looking forward to seeing your videos. Big Al.
Thank you for subscribing 😁
Nice one! It's quite interesting to see a woman working on a small engine. Well done! VARIETECH
Thank you 😊
Your editing skills are killin' it! I enjoy your videos, Betty!
Awesome thanks 😁
Happy endings... I love it when a plan comes together. 🙂
Good job sweetie, I like.
Thank you
Thank you so much
magic to views--shorts==soft voice---smiling face--like your videos===JD
You have it backward, the shorter one goes into the carb, and the longer one is the return.
this is correct. I just replaced the bulb on my Hitachi blower and it is the way woodybear says it.
GREAT GREAT VIDEO.......THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!
Betty u gotta new sub
Awesome! Thank you
@@NotamechanicBetty welcome i am getting the hitachi blower i only use ethanol free gas in my leaf blowers
great job 👍👍👍
Great vi well done love xxx
Hi there my question is where can I order the filter and cap only mine broke off and lost it .
Thanks, would be a good video but a big part was not blocked with your nice hair.
Ms. Betty......I am a novice at mechanical repair. I am attempting to change the fuel lines on my Hitachi b/c one of them is broken at the grommet. I can't seem to loosen the bolts on the fuel intake/choke assembly.....I have used several different phillips head screwdrivers to do the job but no luck. As a "rookie" I do not have a bunch of job specific tools in my little toolbox.....and as a reitree I am trying to save a bucks by doing this myself (famous last words!). Any suggestions on how to loosen the assembly bolts? My Hitachi is over 10 years old.
Thanks for any advice you may have to share.....
Did you spray them with a penetrating lube like pb blaster this is usually all it takes. Also try turning them both ways sometimes tightening them can actually help loosen them. Be careful not to strip the head I know you said it was a Phillips head but if you could find something to give more leverage like a breaker bar may help as well. Good luck to you
@@NotamechanicBetty Thank you m'am. I will go back to the garage and try it again. (whatever doesn't kill you, makes you stronger). Thanks again for the tip. Appreciate you sharing your knowledge for those of us who are "mechanically" challenged.
You can fix anything betty love to all jim
Hello my friend, loving the channel and what you doing. Can I interest you to do a live stream with me 01-28 at 8:00pm est for about 20-30 minutes? We can talk about what you got going on and anything else you want to speak on. I have about 20k sub and that could possibly open up more doors. Please let me know, thanks
That does sound like a great opportunity. I sent you a friend request on Facebook, we can talk about it first I’ve never done a live stream not sure how
Hi Betty, I have the same Hitachi leaf blower that needs to replace the old primer bulb, where did you get the primer bulb kit? My thanks in advance.
I got mine from Autozone, sometimes they put lawn and garden in the back during the winter months but you can ask and they might have some available.
@@NotamechanicBetty Thanks for the quick reply Betty, I'll check Autozone tomorrow here in S Florida near me.
@@NotamechanicBetty No luck at Autozone, I went on Amazon and ordered the full replacement part for $15. arrives on the 11th
bought mine at a mower dealer, (and repair) $4.50
Had gas squirt in my eye , thats how I found it was cracked
Well that’s not good. Hope you’re okay
Please send me a message if you start working on your house plumbing. Coffee, is it?
Just last week my husband and his brother tore out their Mom’s entire bathroom all the way down to the dirt outside and replaced the floor and entire plumbing. I didn’t record it though.
Yes coffee ( today I added a pack of hot chocolate)
😂
Thanks, helped me out.
Why all the extra talking? Why show yourself looking for the bulb underneath the table with a stick? This video should be 3 to 5 minutes long, tops even with carefully explaining all of your steps.
Thanks for expressing your thoughts my friend. Ultimately though,It’s my channel this is the way I do things. I think it’s a good video just the way it is. Thanks for watching and I hope you have a bright and happy day.