Great video, storing engines and equipment properly is always a good thing, that way it won't cause you any trouble when you pull it out to use it again.
Living in the Caribbean we don't usually get the opportunity to store away our equipment since we have to deal with our lawns all year round. I always wondered how to get the fuel out of the primer/ purge bulb thanks for sharing that piece of information bro. I appreciate it a lot
I replace the fuel in the tank with 100-200ml of Aspen alkylated gas and run it through the system to replace the pump gas in it. It will protect everything of corrosion, and even 3 years later it will start instantly. Its worth the money for storage use. As for extra lubrication and protection for the bottom and top end, i just pour some 2 stroke oil through the sparkplug hole and pull the cord a few times
To me, it looks like it's really not any trouble at all. Likely more time setting up the camera shots, and getting the video than actually prepping the engine for longer term storage. Thanks for the video.
you got that right. Most of videos take so long to repair, because I have to film it. I've though about going POV, but I don't know how it will come out.
Here in England I've never drained anything over winter and never had a problem, however I drained a trimmer about 8 months ago and last week couldn't start it. It wouldn't prime, the inside of the carb was full of brown powder, a quick clean and all was well. Not sure if I will drain them in future!! However for long term storage as you are planning is a differnt matter, maybe I was just unlucky?
As you know I always enjoy your videos on both channels. I never have storage issues with my mower edger or string trimmer. (My blower is battery operated) The reason is i am mowing deep into October and running my mower to get leaves up in late Nov - Jan. I may even use the edger and trimmer to get areas i missed in Oct. I began getting my bermuda ready for spring by taking the grass down from 3 inches to 1.5 inch going on each of the 3 settings 2 times each which keeps me mowing all of February and March!! My two stroke trimmer and edger do not see as much action but i use only 100% high test gasoline / oil Pre mixture from Stihl. I pay a premium for it BUT i have never one time had any issues with them. They are 5 years old & i maintain them myself. (Learned from you!!)
I kept my blower out this year. It is good to blow off the car if it is a dry powdery snow. For longer indefinite storage like you have expect, I think you are doing it right. The value of those fluctuates each season. Machine you might only get $50 for after leaf season is over is probably worth twice that when the leaves are just beginning to fall. Buy low, sell high! This will save you a lot of time when it becomes time to sell.
I just leave my tank full of Tru-fuel and never have a problem and it always cranks like I ran it the day before. BUT Tru-fuel has a long shelf life and that's why. And I might blow snow with the blower in the winter and it might not sit for a long time. Thanks!
Thank you for this info! I asked you recently about this and you came through with the video as promised. I’m curious as to why you wouldn’t use motor oil in the cylinder? I have used both fogging fluid and oil in the past. Also - would your recommendation differ for a small 4 stroke engine? Thank you again for your efforts.
No problem D Case. Motor OIL, is very sensitive to Temperature, and thickens in the cold. If you could find a way to thin it, it might work better to get everywhere it needs to go. It's more of an issue of mobility.
You don't really need the fogging spray, but it is a real easy way to get the protective lubricant where you want it to go, If you don't have fogging spray, you can simply drizzle some 2 stroke oil into the carb throat and into the cylinder. There is already a coating of oil in the crankcase on the internal parts so just adding a bunch more into the carb and cylinder will get the job done.
I’ve never used fogging oil or anything really. I got my chainsaws out & checked them for the first time since 2017 & they ran just fine. The only thing I did was run them out of fuel when I put them away in 2017. I’ve heard your not supposed to run them dry of fuel they say it dry rots the rubber in them but I’ve never had any problems using that method.
Fogging the engine seems like a good idea. I wonder if you pulled the fuel line out of the tank and removed the fuel filter and pumped in 2 stroke SYNTHETIC oil in the carb with the primer bulb if that would save the carb from long term storage . Just a thought
well personally if i had the option for me i,d probably in general run my tools dry until there,s nothing left inside the carburator or carby as we call it here in Australia and yep but yeah all the same engineering topic on both ends from my view etc but for me i,d probably not use engine fogger unless i had some good experience with it before for a 1st time user that is.
I honestly don't think it's really necessary to put the fogging oil in the engine. The issue here is that because of the long term storage duration and location will depend on the cylinder wall and rings getting rusted along with the fact the oil will eventually run off and not really protect the engine. The system is already " protected " as the walls of the cylinder are already coated from general use to include up to the times of the final run and drain of the fuel. Another good video nonetheless, still enjoy them. Thank you!!
You did a great job, especially if you have good equipment you want to continue to use. Thanks
Thank you Waterman one.
Great video, storing engines and equipment properly is always a good thing, that way it won't cause you any trouble when you pull it out to use it again.
Very true!
Living in the Caribbean we don't usually get the opportunity to store away our equipment since we have to deal with our lawns all year round. I always wondered how to get the fuel out of the primer/ purge bulb thanks for sharing that piece of information bro. I appreciate it a lot
no problem
I replace the fuel in the tank with 100-200ml of Aspen alkylated gas and run it through the system to replace the pump gas in it. It will protect everything of corrosion, and even 3 years later it will start instantly. Its worth the money for storage use. As for extra lubrication and protection for the bottom and top end, i just pour some 2 stroke oil through the sparkplug hole and pull the cord a few times
nice advice!
To me, it looks like it's really not any trouble at all. Likely more time setting up the camera shots, and getting the video than actually prepping the engine for longer term storage. Thanks for the video.
you got that right. Most of videos take so long to repair, because I have to film it. I've though about going POV, but I don't know how it will come out.
I agree, it will be very fast ,easy and worth the effort.
Here in England I've never drained anything over winter and never had a problem, however I drained a trimmer about 8 months ago and last week couldn't start it. It wouldn't prime, the inside of the carb was full of brown powder, a quick clean and all was well. Not sure if I will drain them in future!! However for long term storage as you are planning is a differnt matter, maybe I was just unlucky?
your guess is as good as mine, but I would keep doing what you're doing as it seems to be working.
As you know I always enjoy your videos on both channels. I never have storage issues with my mower edger or string trimmer. (My blower is battery operated) The reason is i am mowing deep into October and running my mower to get leaves up in late Nov - Jan. I may even use the edger and trimmer to get areas i missed in Oct. I began getting my bermuda ready for spring by taking the grass down from 3 inches to 1.5 inch going on each of the 3 settings 2 times each which keeps me mowing all of February and March!! My two stroke trimmer and edger do not see as much action but i use only 100% high test gasoline / oil Pre mixture from Stihl. I pay a premium for it BUT i have never one time had any issues with them. They are 5 years old & i maintain them myself. (Learned from you!!)
thank you for sharing this information Larry Croft.
I kept my blower out this year. It is good to blow off the car if it is a dry powdery snow. For longer indefinite storage like you have expect, I think you are doing it right. The value of those fluctuates each season. Machine you might only get $50 for after leaf season is over is probably worth twice that when the leaves are just beginning to fall. Buy low, sell high! This will save you a lot of time when it becomes time to sell.
Very well said, a true business man.
I have been using my leaf blower for snow on machines for over 25 years, it's handy for that, but only if you get snow that is
Good tips on draining that fuel out. I see it for you as trying to prevent having to reclean the carb next time you get this out of storage.
thank you Turning_wrenches85
Nothing wrong with being cautious. Once of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
so very true.
Great video tip there Young Man 😎
Thanks 👍
@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE you are welcome young man 😎
Great procedure!
Thank you!
Great video. I personally wouldn't go to those lengths for my average machines but maybe for one or two of the more expensive ones.....maybe.
Fair enough!
oh boy... I have a couple of string trimmers I've been meaning to repair for a couple of years now... I wonder if they are rusted inside now
to be honest, probably not
I just leave my tank full of Tru-fuel and never have a problem and it always cranks like I ran it the day before. BUT Tru-fuel has a long shelf life and that's why. And I might blow snow with the blower in the winter and it might not sit for a long time. Thanks!
Thank you for this info! I asked you recently about this and you came through with the video as promised. I’m curious as to why you wouldn’t use motor oil in the cylinder? I have used both fogging fluid and oil in the past. Also - would your recommendation differ for a small 4 stroke engine? Thank you again for your efforts.
No problem D Case. Motor OIL, is very sensitive to Temperature, and thickens in the cold. If you could find a way to thin it, it might work better to get everywhere it needs to go. It's more of an issue of mobility.
oh and as for 4 strokes, I would only drain the gas, from the tank and the bowl and call it a day.
Do you put your blowers away for the winter? I keep mine out and use them
yes, but the storage is very short. right after leaf season is over, which is Xmas till March.
You don't really need the fogging spray, but it is a real easy way to get the protective lubricant where you want it to go, If you don't have fogging spray, you can simply drizzle some 2 stroke oil into the carb throat and into the cylinder. There is already a coating of oil in the crankcase on the internal parts so just adding a bunch more into the carb and cylinder will get the job done.
you are absolutely correct.
I never winterize my blower because it is good for removing snow so I never use those steps but do run it till it stops
I've Heard the too. thank you Alex Harris.
I’ve never used fogging oil or anything really. I got my chainsaws out & checked them for the first time since 2017 & they ran just fine. The only thing I did was run them out of fuel when I put them away in 2017. I’ve heard your not supposed to run them dry of fuel they say it dry rots the rubber in them but I’ve never had any problems using that method.
heard the same thing too.
Great info!
Glad it was helpful!
I always use 15 ml of engine oil in my lawnmower when it is in storage as that is what the manual says, though it might not be the best method.
where are putting the 15 ml of oil?
@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE In the cylinder, through the the spark plug hole
Oh I see, As long as you intend on using it the next season, I don't see a problem.
Fogging the engine seems like a good idea. I wonder if you pulled the fuel line out of the tank and removed the fuel filter and pumped in 2 stroke SYNTHETIC oil in the carb with the primer bulb if that would save the carb from long term storage . Just a thought
I have thought the same thing, And it might work.
I always run out all the fuel like you did but have never fogged an engine
it's not really necessary, thank you Brian King
Have you ever stripped out a spark plug hole and do you think spark plug repair kits are a good solution?
I have not, If I did, the repair kits work fine.
@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE ok thank you your vids have helped alot
well personally if i had the option for me i,d probably in general run my tools dry until there,s nothing left inside the carburator or carby as we call it here in Australia and yep but yeah all the same engineering topic on both ends from my view etc but for me i,d probably not use engine fogger unless i had some good experience with it before for a 1st time user that is.
that makes sense. thank you Patrick Stapleton.
@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGEstrewth mate.
I honestly don't think it's really necessary to put the fogging oil in the engine. The issue here is that because of the long term storage duration and location will depend on the cylinder wall and rings getting rusted along with the fact the oil will eventually run off and not really protect the engine. The system is already " protected " as the walls of the cylinder are already coated from general use to include up to the times of the final run and drain of the fuel.
Another good video nonetheless, still enjoy them. Thank you!!
thank you Rob Kercheval.