Thanks Allyn...I am a faithful follower/subscriber of your lawn care videos. I live in south Louisiana and have similar weather and grass/weed types as you do in Florida, so your advise is quite helpful to me. So, you can imagine my surprise when you tube recommended this video when I was looking for help on servicing my echo PAS 225. I am getting my yard and my equipment ready for the most beautiful time of the year...SPRING IS ALMOST HERE! Thanks for all you do for us DYI'ers...
Thanks for making me feel better about the grommet. I did the same maintenance on my trimmer a few weeks ago and almost wanted to throw the entire thing in the trash after wrestling with the grommet. My wife asked me why there was a stream of loud profanities coming from the garage.
I did the exact same thing last month for my Echo stick edger and the string trimmer. Two separate units. Took about 30 minutes and 30 bucks. If you do this preventative maintenance once a year, these units will last for years.
Another great video by the LCN! Today, this video taught me how to do something that, based on this video, that I should never do... I need to change the blade on my edger, but now im thinking maybe I should just buy a new attachment... thanks for the tips Allyn! On the bright side, its sooo nice to see that message, "The Lawn Care Nut just uploaded a video" in my email so often now... Great Job AH!
Dude. Lmao! You sound like a mechanic, with wanting to use the f-bomb. Working as a mechanic for about 5 years, I thought up new words to say. You got the z-bomb, the f-bomb, the a-bomb not to be confused with the atomic bomb, and many other variants of the expletives. Glad to see that someone else didn't feel my pain. Thanks for sharing! 😁
Dangit! I was really hoping you'd have "the trick" to getting that grommet in easy lol. Well on to the next vid. Thanks for trying though. DON'T want to go through that fight again...
I bought my super recycler because of you. Awesome purchase, very thankful for your recommendation. Now I need a new trimmer. Guess which one I'm going for and who's the reason behind? Thank you very much Mr. Hane.
You are correct, 3rd line is a breather. Because the fuel cap is sealed with a gasket and has no vent hole to allow air into the tank, a vent is needed so the carburetor can pull fuel in. Otherwise, a vacuum would be created in the tank and the engine would starve of fuel. And yes, Echo parts are friggin expensive for what they are.
@@Thelawncarenut especially for what is just some injection molded plastic over some filtering felt. Probably costs about 50 cents or less for them to make.
After struggling with that &$@#%#* grommet for the last half hour, and then watching this video thinking I must be an idiot and doing something wrong… thank you
I have the 225 PAS system too. Love it but one thing. Do you have a problem with it making an oily mess out the exhaust? runs fine and isn't rich but man...i get alot of buildup there.
You have so many great videos, but in this case the volume is hindering me haha :). I swear I remember a video where you said DON’T use topsoil. I can’t find that video and thus can’t find what you recommend for leveling off/filling in low/uneven areas? Peat moss? I know you said that’s good for covering new seedlings (thanks for that advice), but didn’t know if that was best for leveling or there is a better option? Thanks!
You missed one very important service item: The spark arrestor screen. I don't know how many 2-cycle engines I've worked on that this screen was clogged, causing back pressure and horrible starts. Doesn't take long to service ,and all it needs is a wire brush!
After replacing my filter, I now have a small gash in the fuel tank. Gas leaks from there anytime the head is turned. Ya know what repairs that? Other than replacing that, I have no freakin idea.... gas melts everything.
Yes it was helpful. It taught me to not attempt that maintenance on my own. Oh and get some cardboard to put under your machine when you fuel. One sneeze and you've got an oil stain on your beautiful pavers.
I'm not one to nitpick your work, but you greased the two heads incorrectly. You are supposed to disassemble the tools a bit to allow the grease to actually move down into the tool and push the old grease out. If done correctly, you can use a fair amount of grease. The earlier comment about a grease zero in place of the bolt hole is spot on. It makes it much easier. Great video.
thanks for the additional info - do you know of a video I can watch showing this? I tried to research a bunch before doing this vid and found very little on the lube part - it seems like it's something not many people do.
@@Thelawncarenut I don't know of a video, but I can probably screen shot my manual and send it to you. What's the easiest way to get it to you? I have Shindaiwa equipment, but it's made by Echo and the construction is almost identical as are the service instructions.
Here are the manuals for the edger and trimmer attachments. There are collars inside both heads, as pictured in the manuals, that need to come out to allow the grease to move out. Hope that helps!!
The polite round of applauds added a nice touch.
thanks! I enjoy doing little stuff like that too.
Thanks Allyn...I am a faithful follower/subscriber of your lawn care videos. I live in south Louisiana and have similar weather and grass/weed types as you do in Florida, so your advise is quite helpful to me. So, you can imagine my surprise when you tube recommended this video when I was looking for help on servicing my echo PAS 225. I am getting my yard and my equipment ready for the most beautiful time of the year...SPRING IS ALMOST HERE! Thanks for all you do for us DYI'ers...
Wish I could have been a fly on the wall during that grommet install. 🤣
it was not pretty!
I have a 16 year old Echo trimmer and have never done any preventative maintenance. It still runs great.
Nate Carr if you take care of it you really don’t have to do much. Good gas, good oil and right ratio.
No way. What do you feed it?
You push a little here and press a little there and badda boom badda bing you got a grommet in the hole.
Thanks for making me feel better about the grommet. I did the same maintenance on my trimmer a few weeks ago and almost wanted to throw the entire thing in the trash after wrestling with the grommet. My wife asked me why there was a stream of loud profanities coming from the garage.
I feel your pain!!!!
I did the exact same thing last month for my Echo stick edger and the string trimmer. Two separate units. Took about 30 minutes and 30 bucks. If you do this preventative maintenance once a year, these units will last for years.
agreed, they are great.
I see the issue here... you were using Stihl lube on an Echo grommet
Thank you. Fir your help!
GROMMETS!!!
Extreme levels of Freudian Slippage.
Best looking yard I've seen this year...
Another great video by the LCN! Today, this video taught me how to do something that, based on this video, that I should never do... I need to change the blade on my edger, but now im thinking maybe I should just buy a new attachment... thanks for the tips Allyn!
On the bright side, its sooo nice to see that message, "The Lawn Care Nut just uploaded a video" in my email so often now... Great Job AH!
just get the new blade - much cheaper and not that hard to change really. I like a fresh blade - make the edges extra tall.
Uncut version of the grommet install...push this channel to the limit!!!!!
At least you replaced the parts you did not need. On rainy days I sometimes spend money on parts I don't replace until actually need to.
Lubin' grommets over by 'dere!
Very nice!
I have the same trimmer. It's a lovely machine.
works great, but never again on the grommet lol
Dude. Lmao! You sound like a mechanic, with wanting to use the f-bomb. Working as a mechanic for about 5 years, I thought up new words to say. You got the z-bomb, the f-bomb, the a-bomb not to be confused with the atomic bomb, and many other variants of the expletives. Glad to see that someone else didn't feel my pain. Thanks for sharing! 😁
😂😂😂 I'm glad I just kept it to the fbombs and didn't have to resort to pitching it across the room .
Yep...I went electric and have not looked back! Maintaining these fossil tools (and cars) are just a pain in the butt!!!
and pain on the knuckles too
Dangit! I was really hoping you'd have "the trick" to getting that grommet in easy lol. Well on to the next vid. Thanks for trying though. DON'T want to go through that fight again...
You use VP racing fuel in your weed whacker? WTF??? You sir are awesome!!!
yes they make the best 50:1 available in my opinion. My equipment runs very hot here and VP keeps it running smooth.
Love the videos! From Cape Coral, Florida over by dare.....lol
thanks bro!
I'm in the Cape too! Where's he at?
Can ya put my grommet in for me lol?
Love the reggae music bro
If you look after your equipment ,they will never let you down . It money in tour pocket .. Keep it up . .
I bought my super recycler because of you. Awesome purchase, very thankful for your recommendation. Now I need a new trimmer. Guess which one I'm going for and who's the reason behind? Thank you very much Mr. Hane.
you can't go wrong with Echo. Glad you like the Super also - I like mine alot and always have.
Nice pivot Alyne. Enjoyed it. Thank you. My combo is new but next year I might grommet wrestle or take it to my dealer. LOL
Excellent video, I have the same Weed Wacker. Finally no rain today here in Palm Harbor :)
we got hit again today, I can't even believe it!
Welcome to mechanic work mr. Hayne. I do it for a living, cussing is just part of it.
much respect bro!
You can add grease zerks in place of those bolts. Makes greasing much easier.
I never knew that - would be much better. Good tip!
That was fun! Next time do when you do the blower do a " just the noise" version.
You are awesome! Its always those things you expect to do in 30 sec., but no!
Very cool
Really enjoyed this one. Sometimes it's entertaining to watch others struggle. Now I'll know for future reference that grommet is now a swear word.
thanks bro!
You are correct, 3rd line is a breather. Because the fuel cap is sealed with a gasket and has no vent hole to allow air into the tank, a vent is needed so the carburetor can pull fuel in. Otherwise, a vacuum would be created in the tank and the engine would starve of fuel. And yes, Echo parts are friggin expensive for what they are.
$10 for the air filter seems like highway roberry.
@@Thelawncarenut especially for what is just some injection molded plastic over some filtering felt. Probably costs about 50 cents or less for them to make.
Where would that be on say a toro recycler mower?
Probably a good time for some sea foam as well
yes good idea for sure.
You literally had me laughing out loud. My wife came in to see what was so funny. lol
First Aussie😁 Allyn the toolman ( Taylor) Hane 😁👍🏼👍🏼
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My dad always told me son take care of your tools and they will take care of you. 🍻
that's good wisdom for sure!
Nice video! I think we must have spoke right after this the other day! Lol
just before.
Hey Allyn, would you mind doing one of these kind of videos for your Toro mowers? Us Toro fanboys would love a tutorial from you
After struggling with that &$@#%#* grommet for the last half hour, and then watching this video thinking I must be an idiot and doing something wrong… thank you
Came back for more of that LCN 🤪
Welcome back ! 😁
Like your music. What is name of that jazz?
The blade is fine
Allyn’s nickname in college was “The grommet smasher”
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I have the 225 PAS system too. Love it but one thing. Do you have a problem with it making an oily mess out the exhaust? runs fine and isn't rich but man...i get alot of buildup there.
I change the grommet on my SRM-230 annually, it takes about 10 minutes
What's your trick/tool(s)?
We have an old expression in Texas, which says "If it ain't broke, don't fix it."
You have so many great videos, but in this case the volume is hindering me haha :). I swear I remember a video where you said DON’T use topsoil. I can’t find that video and thus can’t find what you recommend for leveling off/filling in low/uneven areas? Peat moss? I know you said that’s good for covering new seedlings (thanks for that advice), but didn’t know if that was best for leveling or there is a better option? Thanks!
Dam that grommet 😫
You missed one very important service item: The spark arrestor screen. I don't know how many 2-cycle engines I've worked on that this screen was clogged, causing back pressure and horrible starts. Doesn't take long to service ,and all it needs is a wire brush!
Thank you for the tip - I'm going to look that up and get it done.
@@Thelawncarenut You are welcome! Glad to help!
Meh, just toss that sucker and never look back!
The grommet is a colossal pain in the ass. I have one to do now.
First. I dont even have any gas equipment, but gave it a watch. Like the intro music!
thank you!
Have you ever considered any battery powered weed whackers and or edgers?
You love this Echo PAS, right? You highly recommend it?
i use astrolube but to each their own
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Hey Allyn, do you have a review on string trimmers? I couldn't find one.
That's a really weird version of so what by Miles Davis.
Did you put anti-seize on the spark plug threads? Also an impact wrench on the nut for the edged blade will save your knuckles 👍
no I didn't but I should, I will when I do the blower. Thanks for the tip.
After replacing my filter, I now have a small gash in the fuel tank. Gas leaks from there anytime the head is turned.
Ya know what repairs that? Other than replacing that, I have no freakin idea.... gas melts everything.
I don't know how difficult it is to replace the actual fuel tank but that seems like the only option.
Sweet
Yes it was helpful. It taught me to not attempt that maintenance on my own. Oh and get some cardboard to put under your machine when you fuel. One sneeze and you've got an oil stain on your beautiful pavers.
I think the grommet would have been easier to install without the lines in.
you never talked about what (3) fuel line goes where?
Long one is fuel supply with filter, shorter yellow one is return line, short black one is vent
Sometimes the 16 year old in ya just jumps out when you’re doing stuff like that. Nice video.
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Nice music.
thanks bro.
I'm not one to nitpick your work, but you greased the two heads incorrectly. You are supposed to disassemble the tools a bit to allow the grease to actually move down into the tool and push the old grease out. If done correctly, you can use a fair amount of grease. The earlier comment about a grease zero in place of the bolt hole is spot on. It makes it much easier. Great video.
thanks for the additional info - do you know of a video I can watch showing this? I tried to research a bunch before doing this vid and found very little on the lube part - it seems like it's something not many people do.
@@Thelawncarenut I don't know of a video, but I can probably screen shot my manual and send it to you. What's the easiest way to get it to you?
I have Shindaiwa equipment, but it's made by Echo and the construction is almost identical as are the service instructions.
@@hawk214mch can you link the manual online? most have PDF versions. or tell me the manual name and I will search it.
Here are the manuals for the edger and trimmer attachments. There are collars inside both heads, as pictured in the manuals, that need to come out to allow the grease to move out. Hope that helps!!
i did the same thing once, but used a cheap amazon kit. the tubing dissolved in 3 months, not sure what happened.
I've heard similar stories. That's why I just go to the dealer and get OEM parts even though they are more expensive.
Can I send my weed wacker to you to have you do a tune up on it for me...LOL!!!!!
ha ha !
Boy you gotta lube that grommet.
Whacker Lube 👀
When it won't fit in the hole take a hammer to it! :-)
Grommet Lube... wasn’t that your nickname in college?
😂😂😂
Stupid grommet. Got me dying 😂
me too, literally ha ha!
7th
I kept reading gourmet... I’m an idiot.
it's a gourmet grommet.
It said whacker lube ??? Ha ha 0:14
yes it does :)
If it ain’t broke dont fix it . Waste of money. I probably should grease mine as well.
Botz, just buy the ego power and that's it....no more maintenance
More lube ! lolol
needs much more lube than anticipated ha ha!
F-it!! LOL!!
Ginja still sleeping...
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Allyn wins grommet loses
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