That is some beautiful equipment that you have. I have all brands including a lot of Snap-On. I just bought a Fluke multimeter. I'm really impressed with that.
Can you do a video on the compression tester and the leak down tester? How to use them, what to look for when using them, that type of stuff. Thanks!!!
the battery tester is a fixed load tester, not a carbon pile tester. the test you showed is often called a toaster, because it toasts batteries, never use one of those on lawn tractor batteries. the load is too heavy for them.
Carbon pile testers are adjustable. Just an FYI, as member of the OPE manufacturing community, I can tell you that the industry standard is now to use battery conductance (digital) battery testers. The rest of the video is very good, but I would recommend backing away from the test light, volt meters are better.
Thanks Dr.LmSb445! It’s a pretty nice little unit, especially if you work on a variety of things (small engines, wheelers, personal watercraft, cars, etc. )
Fantastic for the ones who are in the business or wanting to start... you are great a clearing the fog and confusion about tools...especially specialty tools.. Thanks again L.T. Dan
Clear fuel line is a must to check for flow or air bubbles. I also keep an old tecumseh fuel tank handy I rig up with clips or magnets to provide fresh fuel tests. Compression testers are pretty much junk now days since almost everything has compression relief on the camshafts so you will see about 50psi on a good engine unless you can Hercules pull it to spin full rpm, they work ok on most 2 strokes but leak down is a absolute must. One of my main go too tools anymore is my Bluetooth borescope seeing the inside before tearing down is really nice I can tell a customer what they are facing on some things before I even tear into it.
I really should have a spark tester. I usually just grab the plug and touch the head with my pinky. And if I can't reach it and do both. I just have my gf pull the cord.
@@kbssmallenginerepair2615 I'll have to do that. I just bought a new house. And once the shop is done I will also be doing a small engine repair shop tour.
Chaotic Twig....you've got it all wrong. You get your girlfriend to hold the lead and YOU pull the cord . If she dumps you for tricking her into getting bit , just get a more gullible girlfriend.
Right!! Well I can't say much I was an aviation mechanic before I became an ag mechanic then started my own small engine shop. So electric comes second nature to me 2 strokes on the other had lmao I had my ass kicked a few times until I learned about the reed valve on the older saws lol
Pertaining to using tool truck sockets, wrenches, ratchets, etc. I'm a firm believer in using mainly snap-on hand tools. Their chrome sockets are thinner walled than most other brands and will fit in tight spots and the wrenches are the same way. I just prefer to go that route now. I've used alot of craftsman usa..kobalt..gearwrench and other brands but none quite work as well as snap-on and mac have. I'm mainly a atv/motorcycle tech and a tool brand I trust alot is motion pro. I have their compression tester and leak down tester. Both have been great for me. I was once like alot of people and turned my nose up at tool trucks. But now I've remembered many times and situations I was in that if I had the tool selection in my box then that I have now it would made my life and job so much damn easier. Good content man
Thank you for you insight. I definitely agree with you. I also have a lot of motion pro tools. Excellent tools. There truly is a difference. Thanks for the comment.
It shows if you are getting spark or not. There can be several variables involved depending on what kind of engine you are working on, but it can certainly help you pin point if you have a bad plug. Typically if I suspect a bad plug I will just throw a new one on and test. This is more for diagnosing a bad coil, kill switch, short to ground and things of that nature.
A can of carb cleaner is my most used diagnostic tool for small engines. If it'll run with a shot in the intake you've got a fuel problem.
I can’t agree more for me its like mechanic in a can
Old School
That is some beautiful equipment that you have. I have all brands including a lot of Snap-On. I just bought a Fluke multimeter. I'm really impressed with that.
Can you do a video on the compression tester and the leak down tester? How to use them, what to look for when using them, that type of stuff. Thanks!!!
For sure! I will work on putting one together!
Awesome!!
What's a good battery charger / maintainer? Is there one you recommend?
the battery tester is a fixed load tester, not a carbon pile tester. the test you showed is often called a toaster, because it toasts batteries, never use one of those on lawn tractor batteries. the load is too heavy for them.
Carbon pile testers are adjustable. Just an FYI, as member of the OPE manufacturing community, I can tell you that the industry standard is now to use battery conductance (digital) battery testers. The rest of the video is very good, but I would recommend backing away from the test light, volt meters are better.
Thanks for sharing.
It’s easy to get more tools than you’ll ever use
I love tools to
Glass quart jar to check for water in fuel is an absolute must !
most small engines out there today are junk so i use junk tools to work on them works just fine
Would love to see a video on the snap on or echo tachometer. I am in the market for one since I find it too inconsistent to do it by ear.
Thanks Bob, I will work on putting one together. Both are great options.
Find some older Sun gear better than alot of the modern stuff,
Very informative video, thanks a lot!
Cool stuff ! Funny, I don't see Klien meters around and I'm an electrician. Flukes are popular though. I like your compression tester kit ! Thanks ! 👍
I have to get a good set of micrometers for doing rebuilds. Thanks for the great video.
Great video.... i think im gonna pick up that snapon tac. I really like it . Thanks for sharing
Thanks Dr.LmSb445! It’s a pretty nice little unit, especially if you work on a variety of things (small engines, wheelers, personal watercraft, cars, etc. )
Fantastic for the ones who are in the business or wanting to start... you are great a clearing the fog and confusion about tools...especially specialty tools.. Thanks again L.T. Dan
Thanks for the feedback L.T. Dan!
Clear fuel line is a must to check for flow or air bubbles. I also keep an old tecumseh fuel tank handy I rig up with clips or magnets to provide fresh fuel tests. Compression testers are pretty much junk now days since almost everything has compression relief on the camshafts so you will see about 50psi on a good engine unless you can Hercules pull it to spin full rpm, they work ok on most 2 strokes but leak down is a absolute must. One of my main go too tools anymore is my Bluetooth borescope seeing the inside before tearing down is really nice I can tell a customer what they are facing on some things before I even tear into it.
I didn't realize a small engine mechanic made enough to buy snap-on. I might have to get a bit more serious.
A good borescope is handy to have, i use mine to show customers engine damage if they don't believe me..
Hey where are u from?? I’m liking your videos
Thank you William! I am in Utah, what about you?
@@kbssmallenginerepair2615 I’m in north carolina above Charlotte
I really should have a spark tester. I usually just grab the plug and touch the head with my pinky. And if I can't reach it and do both. I just have my gf pull the cord.
Haha, sounds like an adventure! A spark tester is a great tool to have, especially as a one man shop, and you can pick one up for about $8-$10.
@@kbssmallenginerepair2615 I'll have to do that. I just bought a new house. And once the shop is done I will also be doing a small engine repair shop tour.
@@JGsgarage_unboxings Awesome. Congrats on the new house. I look forward to seeing the shop.
Chaotic Twig....you've got it all wrong. You get your girlfriend to hold the lead and YOU pull the cord . If she dumps you for tricking her into getting bit , just get a more gullible girlfriend.
I've had my wife or neighbor pull the cord for me while I'm doing a sparktest many times
What's in the frigging Starrett box?!?!
Nice video. This is William I. I have two channels with no public content on either one. Lol
Great video keep it up.
What about a manometer for case pressure?
Are u busy a little later on this evening
I find it interesting that so many small engine mechanics can be so bad i any electrical issues.
Right!! Well I can't say much I was an aviation mechanic before I became an ag mechanic then started my own small engine shop. So electric comes second nature to me 2 strokes on the other had lmao I had my ass kicked a few times until I learned about the reed valve on the older saws lol
Nice video
Pertaining to using tool truck sockets, wrenches, ratchets, etc. I'm a firm believer in using mainly snap-on hand tools. Their chrome sockets are thinner walled than most other brands and will fit in tight spots and the wrenches are the same way. I just prefer to go that route now. I've used alot of craftsman usa..kobalt..gearwrench and other brands but none quite work as well as snap-on and mac have. I'm mainly a atv/motorcycle tech and a tool brand I trust alot is motion pro. I have their compression tester and leak down tester. Both have been great for me. I was once like alot of people and turned my nose up at tool trucks. But now I've remembered many times and situations I was in that if I had the tool selection in my box then that I have now it would made my life and job so much damn easier. Good content man
Thank you for you insight. I definitely agree with you. I also have a lot of motion pro tools. Excellent tools. There truly is a difference. Thanks for the comment.
Does the spark tester check the spark plug?
It shows if you are getting spark or not. There can be several variables involved depending on what kind of engine you are working on, but it can certainly help you pin point if you have a bad plug. Typically if I suspect a bad plug I will just throw a new one on and test. This is more for diagnosing a bad coil, kill switch, short to ground and things of that nature.