Great tips on bring back an old garage sale find. Thanks. As for your question - If I had anything that runs reliably, then that is my tool of choice. I've been stymied by both gas and electric tools in the past.
I've got one just like that except yellow and labelled as made by Partner with a mention of Husqvarna on the sticker, it's from the mid 90's, only difference has no return fuel pipe and no primer. It stopped running and was in the shed for 5 years, I got it running but it had a mind of it's own day by day. I got so frustrated I took the whole thing to bits to stop me going back to it, and used the coil on a strimmer. It was the most annoying thing I've ever worked on...LOL
The advantage of the electric hedge trimmer is you get to cut the extension cord and buy a new plug for the end. I prefer the gas trimmer myself or even a battery operated one. Thanks for sharing.
I just found your channel and saw a few of your vids you explain what you do very good . I to fix a lot of stuff like you and have a small shop behind my house and will pick up things when I see them you seem to love to tinker with small engines and have a great Channel keep them coming ✌️
This was a very interesting project, I worked on one of these this past summer. I would prefer this 100% over electric, I hate having extension cords follow me around and I find they just get in the way. However, this brand would not be my first choice as a hedge trimmer as they tend to get really heated during any prolonged use,just my personal opinion and I've used them in the past,so I speak from experience. Great vid as usual, love to see them!!
I'm a gas powered fan and hate dragging around extension cords but I do have an electric hedge trimmer. Only use it a couple times a year. I would only buy a gas powered one if I needed it regularly.
I had one for the Echo but we took out the hedge so it went to the son-in-law. I still have a B&D 110 volt job and a couple manual ones. THANKS and BLESSINGS
@@HomeGaragechannel All we have left to trim is around the pump house with plenty 0f 110! We took out the hedge and put in a geezer ramp that the Grans like to ride down. Dangerous when it's wet! Always something!
I have this same MTD model mine is version 1. Version 2 has a redesigned fuel tank that is the only difference. The original designed tank were known to leak. Mine is leaking. I found an used replacement tank on Ebay from the model with the non priming carburetor. It fits with miy model. I just had to use a smaller purge line; With a really small tank splice to make it work. I also reversed the order of the lines coming of the carburetor, so the primer would work properly. I do use mine for my home use and commercial use. It still works great.
I would definitely use that one because if you take care of it and adjust it properly it will last a very long time even if it is engineered very cheaply like that one
Sometimes I just like to watch your videos while I'm doing stuff. I just went through this problem with the same type of carb on my blower. I wished your titles were a bit more descriptive so itll pop up when I search it (bc i did look through a few of your vids but didnt find this one until I figured it out already).
I would use them in a pinch we mainly use commercial equipment I have a pair of schindaiwa DH230 that are over 15 years old and still running strong. I also have a stihl kombi system with a hedge trimmer attachment that are great as well.
I used to have the exact same hedge trimmer, I got it free from one of my neighbors and it ran good for about 4 years then it just wouldn't start, then got it running. I war running it on the right oil gas mix but it all the sudden blew up
I've got one of these but as an older model I wonder where you find the carb rebuild kits for these? Mine seems to not want to deliver the fuel although I might be able to get away with replacing the lines as they haven't been replaced and I noticed a slight leak coming from the general area.
I am trying to revive the same exact trimmer but having trouble. I cleaned out the carb, and changed the plug, fuel filter and air filter. I replaced the fuel lines, although I used the same sized lines since I did not have the smaller sized line for the intake. I did add a reducer/coupler to the line to deduce the flow before it gets to the carb. Is that OK? I pulled the muffler which was not clogged. I ended up ordering a new carb for $15 and am awaiting it. I would appreciate you thoughts.
I just has one given to me. I had to replace fuel lines and primer bulb. They said it sat for years. It does not have any spark, any ideas would be helpful. Could it be the kill switch or magneto ? Thanks in advance.
yes there's a chance the kill switch is not breaking ground. Pop the switch out and disconnect one of the wires. Otherwise try replacing the ignition coil
And buy the way you ask would I use a electric or gas if it was the same money I would use the gas every time no cords to drag around every time I use a electric one I get in a hurry and cut the cord at least once lol great channel be safe
I've never used a hedge trimmer before but I think that I might use an electric one instead because I find that it looks a little on the heavy side tho😅
I'd use it. i only have two big bushes so I just bought a cheap electric haborfreight one 30.00 . I don't care for the electric stuff cords are a pain and batteries are expensive and don't hold a charge long enough.so yes if i could find one like in your video cheap i would rather that even if i had to fix it.
This thing has the worlds worst design for fuel line routing. I might have cut a short piece of plastic wire loom to wrap the fuel lines in for a bit of protection and to zip tie them to something to fasten them and keep from just swinging in the breeze. It would be easy for them to get tangled up in debris when using this tool. Probably would have hurt to put a shot of WD-40 onto the cutters either. They have a tendency to get some rust and then "drag" a bit. The drag could also be a point that puts an undue load on the engine requiring you to re-tune after the drag condition gets cleared out. It's a neat little unit for homeowner use and as a homeowner gas is always better than electric. Keep up the yardsale finds. No yardsales in my area have power equipment.
@@HomeGaragechannel upon further investigation and turning some screws, I had figured it out to be because the idle adjustment screw was out far enough to the point where it would die. So I figured that one out. Took me about a week to figure out. Onto the next!
I hate these things, tiny fuel tanks and only single action blades so they don't cut very well. Have done a few of them now but they were yellow with McCulloch branding. I only get a maximum of $60 AUD selling them, not really worth the time spent. I don't even know why anyone bought them, a battery hedge trimmer with dual action blades is far superior. If given the choice between this and a battery trimmer of the same price, I'd personally take the battery one without a doubt.
Great tips on bring back an old garage sale find. Thanks. As for your question - If I had anything that runs reliably, then that is my tool of choice. I've been stymied by both gas and electric tools in the past.
Very well said. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
Thank you for the perfect tutorial for fixing my trimmer! The old machine runs better than ever!
no problem and I totally agree!
I've got one just like that except yellow and labelled as made by Partner with a mention of Husqvarna on the sticker, it's from the mid 90's, only difference has no return fuel pipe and no primer. It stopped running and was in the shed for 5 years, I got it running but it had a mind of it's own day by day. I got so frustrated I took the whole thing to bits to stop me going back to it, and used the coil on a strimmer. It was the most annoying thing I've ever worked on...LOL
They can definitely be a hassle. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
The advantage of the electric hedge trimmer is you get to cut the extension cord and buy a new plug for the end. I prefer the gas trimmer myself or even a battery operated one. Thanks for sharing.
Yes are so correct. Thank you D Butler for the comment I appreciate it
I have the smaller Weedeater trimmer. Gas powered is so much easier to use.
I have replaced the fuel lines too. It wasn’t a project, it was a contest!
thats a phrase ive never heard but contest sound fantastic. thank you David Sams for the comment I appreciate it
Love these videos. You explain the steps so much better than other ones I've seen.
Glad you like them!
I love these video, they inspire me to become a small engine mechanic, or at least on the side 😀
Thanks for the comment. I was inspired by this platform too.
I just found your channel and saw a few of your vids you explain what you do very good . I to fix a lot of stuff like you and have a small shop behind my house and will pick up things when I see them you seem to love to tinker with small engines and have a great Channel keep them coming ✌️
I appreciate your time and comments and thank you and let me know if theres something I can improve on.
This was a very interesting project, I worked on one of these this past summer. I would prefer this 100% over electric, I hate having extension cords follow me around and I find they just get in the way. However, this brand would not be my first choice as a hedge trimmer as they tend to get really heated during any prolonged use,just my personal opinion and I've used them in the past,so I speak from experience. Great vid as usual, love to see them!!
Thank you Massimo Terenzi, I completely agree with you. They are definitely lacking in cooling.
I'm a gas powered fan and hate dragging around extension cords but I do have an electric hedge trimmer. Only use it a couple times a year. I would only buy a gas powered one if I needed it regularly.
nothing wrong with a good corded machine
Great job on this, I just picked one of these up for $40, running fine right now.
very nice, thank you Jim Ramsdell.
Nice find, good video, gas all day long for me. Thanks for the video.
Me too. Thanks Waterman one for comment
Excellent video. I've got the same exact model you showed here. Now I should be able to replace the old fuel lines. Thank You..!!!
Glad it helped
Man I love these types of hedge trimmers
me too !
That looks like an old partner trimmer. Will be sitting back to watch
I think they've used this particular style for a lot of different brands. Thanks Micks Mowers for your time I appreciate it
I had one for the Echo but we took out the hedge so it went to the son-in-law. I still have a B&D 110 volt job and a couple manual ones. THANKS and BLESSINGS
nothing wrong with the corded version at all.
@@HomeGaragechannel All we have left to trim is around the pump house with plenty 0f 110! We took out the hedge and put in a geezer ramp that the Grans like to ride down. Dangerous when it's wet! Always something!
Have worked on a few of those hedge trimmers they always seem to work well for me.
i just hate the fact that the engine is encased in plastic. You have to take everything apart to get to the muffler.
Home Garage same
I have this same MTD model mine is version 1. Version 2 has a redesigned fuel tank that is the only difference. The original designed tank were known to leak. Mine is leaking. I found an used replacement tank on Ebay from the model with the non priming carburetor. It fits with miy model. I just had to use a smaller purge line; With a really small tank splice to make it work. I also reversed the order of the lines coming of the carburetor, so the primer would work properly. I do use mine for my home use and commercial use. It still works great.
nice, thank you for sharing that
I would definitely use that one because if you take care of it and adjust it properly it will last a very long time even if it is engineered very cheaply like that one
I completely agree with you. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
I would use the 2 stroke or 4 stroke one's as they have more power plus don't need electrical outlets to be limited by etc
Same here. Thank you Patrick Stapleton
Sometimes I just like to watch your videos while I'm doing stuff. I just went through this problem with the same type of carb on my blower. I wished your titles were a bit more descriptive so itll pop up when I search it (bc i did look through a few of your vids but didnt find this one until I figured it out already).
I'll have to reconsider my titles then. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
I would use them in a pinch we mainly use commercial equipment I have a pair of schindaiwa DH230 that are over 15 years old and still running strong. I also have a stihl kombi system with a hedge trimmer attachment that are great as well.
that is actually a great idea. electric power just for back up use.
I used to have the exact same hedge trimmer, I got it free from one of my neighbors and it ran good for about 4 years then it just wouldn't start, then got it running. I war running it on the right oil gas mix but it all the sudden blew up
it happens, I wouldn't get to upset about it
Bought same one at garage sale $10 working out great
excellent
Excellent video. Thanks!
you're welcome..
Amazing Video!!!
Thank you for the comment I appreciate it
I've got one of these but as an older model I wonder where you find the carb rebuild kits for these? Mine seems to not want to deliver the fuel although I might be able to get away with replacing the lines as they haven't been replaced and I noticed a slight leak coming from the general area.
I don't find the kits I only get the metering diaphragms and that's it.
I am trying to revive the same exact trimmer but having trouble. I cleaned out the carb, and changed the plug, fuel filter and air filter. I replaced the fuel lines, although I used the same sized lines since I did not have the smaller sized line for the intake. I did add a reducer/coupler to the line to deduce the flow before it gets to the carb. Is that OK? I pulled the muffler which was not clogged. I ended up ordering a new carb for $15 and am awaiting it. I would appreciate you thoughts.
the "reducer coupler" won't hurt it but I wouldn't have done it. The new carb should do the trick though
I would always use a petrol.powered one !
Absolutely me too
i had this model i got a 22volt black and decker trimmer,,,its been great ...wont go back to gas
congratulations
I did everything you said but my hedge trimmer still won't start what could it be i am knot getting any fire where is the coil and how do i get to it,
the coil is under the top cover that the sticker that say weedeater on it
I just has one given to me. I had to replace fuel lines and primer bulb. They said it sat for years. It does not have any spark, any ideas would be helpful. Could it be the kill switch or magneto ? Thanks in advance.
yes there's a chance the kill switch is not breaking ground. Pop the switch out and disconnect one of the wires. Otherwise try replacing the ignition coil
Okay, will try tomorrow. Thank you
And buy the way you ask would I use a electric or gas if it was the same money I would use the gas every time no cords to drag around every time I use a electric one I get in a hurry and cut the cord at least once lol great channel be safe
I feel the same way. Thank you Randy Griffin for your time.
What year is that hedge trimmer from? They seem quite rare now.
Yes I agree with you. I'm not sure about the year.
Had one of these, it’s featherlight compared to a commercial one which is why I wish I didn’t sell it lol
makes sense to me.
Gas trimmer is my choice.
mine too.
I've never used a hedge trimmer before but I think that I might use an electric one instead because I find that it looks a little on the heavy side tho😅
you're very smart, because these will beat up after several minutes. these are not for people who don't work out!
What would u do if it wouldn't not get up to full throttle
if it started with no problems and idled just fine, i would inspected the muffler for a clogged spark arrestor screen.
@@HomeGaragechannel it's just when I give it gas
@@defendthetower2173 if the screen is clogged the engine can't breath air to get up to speed
Would get an electric one for ac if fairly close to mains.
it makes sense. Thanks for the comment Axell.
I'd use it. i only have two big bushes so I just bought a cheap electric haborfreight one 30.00 . I don't care for the electric stuff cords are a pain and batteries are expensive and don't hold a charge long enough.so yes if i could find one like in your video cheap i would rather that even if i had to fix it.
nicely explained. Yes a free hedge trimmer brought back to life is kinda nice.
What Is Wrong With The Hedge Trimmer?
It wouldn't start but not much was know either
@@HomeGaragechannel I Thought The Hedge Trimmer Was Working Just Fine.
@@overcastrails5587 I've Already Watched The Video.
@@FUNKIN_FOREVER yes at the end it just turned out to be missing fuel lines
@@FUNKIN_FOREVER Apparently not very closley.
This thing has the worlds worst design for fuel line routing. I might have cut a short piece of plastic wire loom to wrap the fuel lines in for a bit of protection and to zip tie them to something to fasten them and keep from just swinging in the breeze. It would be easy for them to get tangled up in debris when using this tool. Probably would have hurt to put a shot of WD-40 onto the cutters either. They have a tendency to get some rust and then "drag" a bit. The drag could also be a point that puts an undue load on the engine requiring you to re-tune after the drag condition gets cleared out. It's a neat little unit for homeowner use and as a homeowner gas is always better than electric. Keep up the yardsale finds. No yardsales in my area have power equipment.
You are absolutely right about that. Yes wire loom is a great idea. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it
RIP to the green weed eater brand
agreed
Mine dies as soon as I let off throttle but runs fine at full throttle
yes that means the carb isn't able to deliver anything less than full speed. I'd replace the carb.
@@HomeGaragechannel upon further investigation and turning some screws, I had figured it out to be because the idle adjustment screw was out far enough to the point where it would die. So I figured that one out. Took me about a week to figure out. Onto the next!
I hate these things, tiny fuel tanks and only single action blades so they don't cut very well. Have done a few of them now but they were yellow with McCulloch branding. I only get a maximum of $60 AUD selling them, not really worth the time spent.
I don't even know why anyone bought them, a battery hedge trimmer with dual action blades is far superior. If given the choice between this and a battery trimmer of the same price, I'd personally take the battery one without a doubt.
I see your point
At the same cost, gas.
very true
Hello Home garage how are you doing
Yes I would use a gas trimmer
Not bad so far with all things considered. How about you?
@@paulburns3788 thanks my choice as well.
I'm fine Home garage
Hello Home garage this is Paul I have the same machine at home
I would use gas if they weren't so expensive
cost is definitely an issue. thank you Jeff Williams for the comment I appreciate it
GAS because you might not have an outlet where you are working and batteries wont last all day.
you are absolutely correct.
Creative trouble shooting
thanks for the comment I appreciate it.
motor mounting way too damn loose,motor not even revving up to it's limit
Electric, just for the weight and convenience.
I can see why