Fuel line and filter replacement! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKPXgISki7-so5I
@Tsenwang3 жыл бұрын
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@denniscruickshanks46694 жыл бұрын
Been on all day with my stihl ms 181 , pull , pull ,pull , tried spray start , sputtered , good spark , I had topped up petrol , air cfilter clean , was ready to give up take it to dealer , checked youtube yet again and came across piddler , tipped out all petrol and checked fuel filter , clean , put in fresh mix , started 3 rd pull , what a relief . Thanks so much .
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Perfect Dennis glad you got her going! Thanks for watching and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@terjavec6 жыл бұрын
Another simple thing to check if it won’t start/stay running. Pull the muffler off and check the spark arrester screen. If that’s plugged it won’t run right either.
@bjiggles81452 жыл бұрын
Great video, very straightforward and accurate but I would definitely add "Did you flood it?" at the start of all this. I fix saws that are used by firefighters, so for those of you that consider it "abuse" of a good saw to do things like leave old gas in it, forget to clean the air filter or change the spark plug every so often, you would be traumatized if you could see what my babies have to go through. While I agree compression is a key element, it's not always a likely problem if the saw was running fine the last time you used it. Checking these three things (four if you just stick your thumb over the hole while you're checking spark) will tell you what's wrong with your saw most of the time... unless you're like me and you need additional items on the checklist like: - Did you clear the cylinder after Jackwaggin McGee flooded it with about 40 pulls? - Is the bar oil compartment full of gas? - Is the gas in the bar oil compartment unleaded, or diesel? - Is the gas in the fuel tank green? - Is the fuel line blocked because the filter body is mysteriously gone and debris is jammed on the end of the tube instead? - Did someone give the air filter a heavy handed "oil bathing" because they believe this is the type of system that needs that? - Did somebody have a grand ol' time turning all of the carburetor screws in every direction and give up when nothing did what they expected it to? P.S. ~ In case you're wondering, yes, all of these have true stories behind them.
@alcarey80846 жыл бұрын
Actually, it takes 4 things to run an engine. The one you forgot was compression. When you check for spark, put your thumb over the spark plug hole and pull the cord slowly. You'll be able to tell if you have compression.
@Johnwilldo4 жыл бұрын
Great video. My brother gave me his Stihl O44, because he could not pull start it. The compression was so strong that he could not pull it fast enough. It has a new spark plug, fresh fuel. I managed to get it to fire, but it would not continue to run and quit before I could get to the throttle control. When it runs it is a monster. the spark plug looks new and the air and fuel filters look good. it may be safer if I remove the bar and chain when attempting to start.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@bertgrau92464 жыл бұрын
The one thing I really appreciate is you don't use foul language. And you know what your talking about , That's refreshing
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
I appreciate the kind words, hope you subscribed! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@irishcoffee68944 жыл бұрын
You did a great job. May I just make a small suggestion ? If you want to make clear it is necessary to change something, show what the old one did or didn't and what the new one does. It will make it easier to understand WHY it has to be done. God bless for this great video
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Great suggestion! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@stuartwest88365 жыл бұрын
Hi from UK My local Engineer whom I've known 15 years serviced my saw, put on new coil etc , I paid 200 dollars,.......still won't start, although he managed it when I took it back..........I now intend to do your 3 things , I don't wanna fall out with him, but at 72, I need a chainsaw to start quickly ..Thanks again.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
If this doesn't work check out my other video " how to actually tune a chainsaw " thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@russbowerschannel4495 жыл бұрын
This video has got me super motivated to fix my saw, a Poulan Pro less than 1 year old and wouldn't stay running. Now after I messed with the H and L screws it won't even start. Maybe old gas? First thing I'm gong to try.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Watch my how to actually tune a chainsaw video as well to help get the saw started
@russbowerschannel4495 жыл бұрын
My saw still does not run. I’m about ready to give up. The Stihl mechanic at ace hardware said the Poulan is junk
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Of course he did he's a Stihl fan... start over with the tuning and go from there I'm sure it's fine! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@stephenberry1566 жыл бұрын
You were absolutely correct. Put the wrong gas in and all went to crap. Dumped it out and started over with the right gas. Third pull it was running. Thank You
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Stephen Berry That's great news! Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe!
@RagManXX5 жыл бұрын
The sound of the running chainsaw makes me want to play doom. Thanks for sharing. I'm going to check these 3 components out on my own non-running chainsaw (2 years sitting) and see if I can get it going again without a professional needing to work on it.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
I'm sure you can I sure appreciate you watching and joining the channel! If need be check out my How to actually tune a chainsaw video kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3KVm3h9f6ilkJY
@scottmeacham17384 жыл бұрын
I have a brand new Stihl I bought last year and used about 5 times for less than an hour each time that now won't start. I have to confess, it still has fuel from last fall in it. I'm gonna put fresh fuel in it first and go through each step until I get it started. It Will start! Thanks for sharing these tips with us!
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
IT IS A FUEL PROBLEM! Thanks for watching and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@artsmith1035 жыл бұрын
Funny, in all my years trying to keep my saws running, never tried removing a spark plug with the Scrench. Always went digging for my spark plug sockets. Thanks.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Yep love my Scrench!
@g.d.76294 жыл бұрын
Yes the scrench was designed for that but most guys do toss in a spot they think they can find it. Everyone tends to overtorque Like the gas and oil caps there are prob 1000 theories I think they vibrate theirselves tighter. IDK
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
I think the vacuum causes them to tighten
@oodoodoopoopoo6 жыл бұрын
Yes! Fresh gas mix! I'm lucky that both my weed eaters and all my chainsaws use 32:1. I mix 2 gal at a time in my small round metal can and use it until it's almost gone and dispose of the rest (usually about 8oz). Every time before pouring I stir it by swishing the can (two shooter marbles in the can). This has always worked for me to keep the mix consistent. Some plastic cans I've tried don't work for this because the marble plugs the spout when you pour.
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Good tip there to help mix the fuel!
@PAPATexas6 жыл бұрын
Neither one of mine works. I will try these 3 steps. $35 + $55 is still a good price for that saw. And it started! Awesome! Very good video! 👍
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Papa If you can't get it call me I will go into further detail! or sell them to me on the cheap lol!
@frank3dwx4 жыл бұрын
did the spark test. No spark. All connections looked good. Took apart the housing where the start / stop switch is. Totally filthy. There was no contact for the start switch. cleaned it and boom! Started. Happy Camper.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Perfect 👌 Thanks for watching and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@johnclarke66475 жыл бұрын
Storage condition. In addition to running all the fuel out don’t forget to loosen the chain a few turns. This saves your crankshaft seals during storage. I also pour out all the gas and add a few ounces of Stihl Moto Mix to the tank and let this gas cycle through the saw until it runs out. Then I put the saw in the full choke position and pull it until it fails to roll over. This gets the last bit of gas out of the system. I do leave the bar oil tank full of bar oil because they have been know to develop cracks if left without oil in them. I clean the oil tanks out with kerosene once a year as part of my regular pm program.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling!
@CindyOrangeNeely5 жыл бұрын
Thank you! My beloved daddy passed away last November and I have his chain saw now and it won't run. Your video gives me hope that I'll get it running again soon.
@joedad3515 жыл бұрын
My boss of the company i have worked at for 12 years passed away and we were like fam. I have his saw. And after this vid feel the same
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
That's a pretty cool story and very sweet that you had that connection! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling!
@davidblackwell69145 жыл бұрын
Wow my father passed away April last year I'm here for the same reason.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
I'm happy to help! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@bill27534 жыл бұрын
we could use more guys like this who talk plain and show plainly what they are doing.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Bill that's why we do what we do! Thanks for watching, hope ya subscribed! Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@garymceachern39764 жыл бұрын
god bless ive just brought a stilh 291 and i was haveing a promble geting it to start and when you said pull till you feel it resest thats when it will start thanks a million god bless
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching & keep on piddling #americanpiddler
@dartman19656 жыл бұрын
If you have a marina near by, get your fuel there.Most marinas use non ethanol fuel so it wont rot the rubber fuel system parts.......oh and make sure the spark arrester is not plugged....
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Very good info I also have an airport within a mile of the house!
@dartman19656 жыл бұрын
Cool,your set.....
@harrynips16145 жыл бұрын
Spark arrester... What's that LoL !!!
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Haha yes mine has been removed but I dont cut in an area that has forest fires
@KRAMPUS_G60_16V Жыл бұрын
I have almost the same 024 :) Awesome saw! Now I have to get 2x 026 to work. Thanx for the video!
@JimDockrellWatertone6 жыл бұрын
Good tips. I only bring 1 large fuel can to the gas station. It gets fuel stabiliser in it before I go. I then decant from that can for all my power equipment into smaller cans for mixed fuel.
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Good way of doing it!
@cocospops9351 Жыл бұрын
Piddling here in Ireland means urinating. Particularly in reference to a small child or a pet. Keep on piddlin' gave me a chuckle 😁
@AmericanPiddler Жыл бұрын
I have heard that a bunch lol 😆
@terryh86943 жыл бұрын
That was great tip. Gonna try an get my three running.wish me luck...thank you
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! Don't hesitate to come back with any questions! Thanks for watching don't forget to subscribe and Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@CMFS1013 жыл бұрын
I always forget about KZbin when Im balls deep in something that should be working. Of course I did exactly what I was taught not to which is use old gas. Which is why it probably wasn’t starting. Then I of course then I moved right on to the air filter pulled it and opened it up to blow it out. I Didn’t realize it came as 1 piece and could of bought a new one. I could only think I needed another person to pull the cord so I could use a paper clip to check spark between plug and wire. After cleaning the whole saw and insuring screws were tight I took it to the shop. I inherited that 028 WB from my dad and I had it rebuilt 4-5 years ago and it usually runs like champ. Your video was great I wish I would of checked it out sooner.
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Well don't miss the next one & Subscribe! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@johnbabyaywbojjrgejkeoeojj88965 жыл бұрын
Great information .Thanks for Americans like you !
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching & keep on piddling #americanpiddler
@BH-xg8pe4 жыл бұрын
I took it into the stihi dealer more than once and still have the same problem. The dealer seems to be able start it every time I complain, yet the same starting problem happens when I get home. The gas is a month old and have tried replacing it without luck. Some of your other suggestions are worth trying for myself.
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Try my how to actually tune a chainsaw episode... Thanks for watching don't forget to subscribe and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@russellhowell98543 жыл бұрын
You are spot on! Petrol industry should be shot for producing a fuel that will cause you headaches and unnecessary repairs! Great video! Covered the basics and the most common problems. Thumbs up.
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching glad it helped! Don't forget to subscribe and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@donmassonne8935 жыл бұрын
Thank you. thank you. thank you. Dumped the old mix, blew out the filters. now it runs like new.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
This is exactly why I do this! Thank you for watching and taking the time to let me know it helped! Stoked to have ya now Keep on Piddling!
@duubtuub30715 жыл бұрын
"I'm gonna hop off-camera and install this fuel filter." I'm not sure you completely grasp the youtube concept... ;^)
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
It's in a separate video you should have seen that with your deep understanding 🤣 Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling! Heres the link to the Fuel filter episode... kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKPXgISki7-so5I
@Banjomute5 жыл бұрын
That's a fair comment. I thought the same thing. I was watching the guy, not the ad stuff on the screen. Why not just show it now if it makes a significant difference in the point of this video. Anyway, odd snide reply, on his part. But good video.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Follow the link l to the video odd but I want you to watch more than one of my videos! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling
@BobC594 жыл бұрын
I know this is really basic stuff, but showing the tool used and technique for gapping a spark plug woulda helped too. Been so long since I've had to do that, I thought it was a bunch of MALARKEY! :P
@robertdelsolia46004 жыл бұрын
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@wallaceviviansadventures20956 жыл бұрын
regular maintenance goes along way.i got a 55 rancher love the saw.take care
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
I too have a 455 it was on the workbench! I've had that saw about 8 years now trouble free!
@x-man50565 жыл бұрын
Very good. It almost always comes down to the basics, air, fuel, spark. Love the shirt too.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling!
@Gixzer044 жыл бұрын
Amen on the fuel. Many a friend spent hours cranking boats , wheelers , etc n were too stubborn to accept simply their fuel was stale. Pull a sample n won’t light with a bic.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Yes sir! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@stephaniebravo77736 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, love that video. I have a chain saw that won’t start; going to try your advice!
@gerardblack84724 жыл бұрын
Nn .
@xxdizannyxx Жыл бұрын
I was cutting a fallen tree on my fence after this last winter storm and the blade was pinched stuck in a thick trunk and I was pushing it with force and it snapped free and I cut my caulk in half. I'm trying to get reassigned as female now since I already did half the work.
@timtravasos27425 жыл бұрын
Good info. You're right about the gas. I always try to make old gas work, but it doesn't. 👍
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching & keep on piddling #americanpiddler
@Sparaco4873 жыл бұрын
My moms weed Wacker wouldnt start,im positive she bought 87 octane and it sat all winter so 3 or 4 months in a gas can,i confirmed it,weedwack didnt start,dumped it and put my fresh saw mix,couple primer bulb presses and 3 pulls it fired..old gas is definitely a thing
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Awesome so glad it helped! @threeohfive Thanks for watching don't forget to subscribe and Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@lindamoggioable4 жыл бұрын
Liked your video for how clearly you described 1 and 2, but why in the world would you go off camera to install the the fuel filter so no one knows where it connects and how it's installed. Let me know please. I'm curious..
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
I did that so you'd watch another episode! It's in a different episode... Thanks for watching and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
It's also the pinned comment you'll find the fuel filter replacement episode there!
@BillOtinger6 жыл бұрын
Use NO ETHANOL Gas Especially for STORAGE , in Chain Saws, Weed Eater, Lawn Mowers etc Ethanol will Cause Corrosion Damage Carburetors
@minnieriley67485 жыл бұрын
Up I
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Won't hurt a bit! Watch this episode where I discuss Ethanol kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z2S9h2WQZt2YfpY Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
@Jason Nicholas love me some Buckin Billy Ray! Thanks for watching and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@rejeeh4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this video. I know the basics of engines but when I work on computers all day I forget. For sure if the gas is more than 30 days old or if you don't know how old is....USE FRESH GAS!
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Exactly! Thanks for watching and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@Jabootie-oz1cb5 жыл бұрын
30 yrs ago I was a North West Coast Timber Feller we ran Stihl 075's and Husqvarna 100 super 6 1/2 hours a day 6 days a week. Stihl had NO manual chain oiler. Dogged into10 ft Sitka Spruce Snags broke a 404 chain in a week and Pooched a bar in less than a month. Husky = 6 weeks and 6 months respectively. If Husky wont start check type of fuel pickup. If fabric, toss it, replace with Stihl screen style. Running dry in a premix saw is not recommended. When your out of fuel your also out of lubrication. Use recommended oil with fuel stabilizer. At shut down hold throttle wide open while turning off, the excess fuel lubricates rings and cylinder. If run dry and stored dry, one may require new diaphragms that go hard if left long enough.. Insufficient compression is a silent and sudden culprit so check it B4 throwing parts at it. Recommend Premium non ethanol fuel. Shell V Power my go to but not from a blender pump if your anal like me. SAFE SAWING ALL!
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
I can only hope folks take the time to read this comment! So much knowledge & truth in one comment! Thanks for sharing & thanks for watching!
@benzbordz61835 жыл бұрын
We in the Philippines are using unleaded gasoline mixing with 2T oil. Every 2 stroke small engine we are using the same mixture (1liter of unleaded gasoline mix with 25 percent 2T oil.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Pleasure to meet you & have you on my channel from the Philippines! Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe!
@Jabootie-oz1cb5 жыл бұрын
Don't know what 2T oil is, most important the oil must read for AIR COOLED 2stroke. Premature scoring will occur on the exhaust side of cylinder if anything else is applied. Some faster than others.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
@@Jabootie-oz1cb please send me an email at and we'll send you a sticker! Americanpiddler@gmail.com
@le3045acp5 жыл бұрын
KISS never ever use ethanol fuel in a 2 stroke PERIOD 95% of your problems are already solved echo says if you use ethanol fuel the warranty is VOID and the 3 things you need is compression , spark and fuel great video keep on keepin on
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words and for watching! Don't forget to subscribe for the next episode!
@maheshacharya25543 жыл бұрын
Great comprehensive video. Thanks. How about cleaning carburettor? Got a video? Please do share.
@justinuranus93805 жыл бұрын
If more people in this world spoke as clearly and at a decent speed , while explaining things like you it would be fantastic . I am a bartender so I need clear direction. Thanks dude .
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Justin sure appreciate the kind words & for ya taking the time to leave me a message! I try my best to keep it as simple as possible sonata the end you've actually learned something new! Keep me posted on what your working on and maybe I can lend a hand if ya need it!
@oodoodoopoopoo6 жыл бұрын
Good tip on empty for storage. Couple seasons can rot a line sometimes.
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! It's Hard on a saw to leave fuel in it!
@morganroberts11116 жыл бұрын
Great video. I would like to mention that drop starting is not a safe practice nor is starting your chainsaw in an enclosed environment for obvious reasons.
@c.r.41395 жыл бұрын
I have started my chainsaws that way for over 4 decades and it is still the best way... Period!
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
👊👊👊
@bobs55965 жыл бұрын
i had a big stihl i could get my boot thru the handle opening and pin it to the ground and use both hands to pull the cord. it even had a decompression button to make pulling easier. if you didn't use that button, it would kick so hard it would almost pull your fingers off. now i have the one in the vid, opening is too small to put my shoe thru, and i drop pull it with no problems.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and for your insight! Don't forget to subscribe and share!
@markb89546 жыл бұрын
Ok, two days in a row I’ve been able to get this Husky running. How? I watched a few more “How to Start Husqvarna Chainsaw” videos and one in particular stood out and showed things a bit differently than how I was doing it. Steps that enabled cold start: 1. Prime the fuel bulb 6x 2. Fully pull out the choke 3. Pull the starter MAX three times ( more than 3 pulls floods the engine) 4. Push choke 1/2 way in (hopefully you heard a slight almost start) 5. Pull starter until it starts 6. Squeeze the throttle, rev engine, and cut wood. Hope this helps others....since all I really changed was “starting technique” this might be others problems as well with Husqvarna saws. I plan to start daily, maybe twice daily, for a week or two just to have additional data points.
@hyattbd5 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I am dealing with a new 455 and after putting the chain on cannot get the clutch back together. work in progress
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Bill if you reach out to me on Facebook or Instagram I may be able to help
@imgroot34504 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Thanks for the knowledge. Can’t trust ppl with a clean garage/shed ;)
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
You got that right! Thanks for watching don't forget to subscribe and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@armandoponce-garcia84945 жыл бұрын
Great pointers. I will try all three on my mac 3200 which has been sitting for about 3 years. Thank you again.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Please do and let me know how it turns out. If you have any troubles don't hesitate to ask! Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe!
@meradu25 жыл бұрын
Love the info I’m working on my chainsaw s and I got them to run but the y won’t stay running lol I need a new Thank filter and new fuel line May god bless you with knowledge and wisdom my friend 😃👍👍👍
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
So glad to have helped & share with you! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@warrenrogers34333 жыл бұрын
Appreciate it I have the same problem I'm going to take you advice and try it out I'll let you know what happens
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching don't forget to subscribe and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@mhg-7-20245 жыл бұрын
ANOTHER SOLUTION: For any other dolts out there...I worked for hours on mine, replaced the spark plug (despite getting sparks when testing my current one), changing the gas, etc. I finally started to bust in to the carburetor based on some other videos I saw to clean it up but noticed on the way after removing the air filter, that the little plastic hose that feeds gas to the engine behind the air filter had come undone, which is also why I saw excess gas collecting at the bottom of the chainsaw. Simply popped the hose back on to the little metal tube it is supposed to be attached to and voila! Hope this helps someone else.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Yep I have also seen those hoses get little pin holes in them causing all kinds of trouble
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@harryshepard52133 жыл бұрын
Thanks For The Simple Rule
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching glad it helped! Don't forget to subscribe and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@johnclarke66475 жыл бұрын
There are three thing you need to getbabsawbrunning - compression, spark, fuel and in about that order. I do not disagree with what you said or did but compression is as much of an importance as the other two.
@garyburdick19924 жыл бұрын
I was going to mention compression also. You can have the other three things but have weak compression. It isn't going to run.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Gary you are correct!
@carlmetzger39713 жыл бұрын
Basics always works best.
@KDawgKy4 жыл бұрын
And “Two Hours Later!” Oh that is some funny $#\+ right there...That deserves a subscribe😂
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@hugh3rdof54 жыл бұрын
all good advice, except (unless I missed it) I was surprised you did talk about the known serious problems of using standard ethanol/gasoline..... I learned my lesson on that when one spring I saw how the ethanol sitting in a system over the winter had quite literally "ate" through the fuel lines in every small engine I had.... Ever since, I've made a point to find the (higher octane) ethanol-free gas.... worth the effort. Maybe your counsel is to only use fresh gas (of whatever dubious mixture, just no more than a month old) and in that way avoid the ethanol induced deterioration troubles.... ?
@hugh3rdof54 жыл бұрын
typo -- somehow left out word "NOT" -- as in I was surprised you did "not" mention this well known problem. (even consumer reports 7 years ago published a scathing review of the issue for small engines)
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
I didn't mention it because it is a MYTH! A sealed air tight container will not pose any issues with a 10% ethanol mix... Thanks for watching! Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@frankfoust10374 жыл бұрын
Hey I’ve done the 3 things. The saw is verry hard to pull. I had the saw rebuilt last year in Seneca Missouri. What is going on with this like I don’t want to keep spending money on it.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@EricTireguy3 жыл бұрын
Why dont he answer the questions? This is again my same problem. .
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Sounds like its burnt up 🤷🏼♂️ hope that helps...
@EricTireguy3 жыл бұрын
Check the spark arrestor screen. I did alot of research. This is my only answer so far. Hope this helps. Let me know what happen??
@thomasgreen85325 жыл бұрын
I worked in a chainsaw shop for awhile and 9 out of 10 times if a saw won’t run its fuel related, bad fuel or there’s water in the fuel. We replaced a lot of fuel lines too. Like you said they either rot or they become stiff and the leak.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thomas thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling!
@cliffc25465 жыл бұрын
Would have been nice to show replacing the filter and line, if he'd actually done it off camera, which he may not have.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
@Cliff C Fuel line and filter replacement! kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKPXgISki7-so5I
@markalexander44963 жыл бұрын
The practical breakdown of info, was not too long & good for me, cause I'm a novice. Thanks...
@CBsGreenhouseandGarden6 жыл бұрын
You mean we not pose to take a hammer to it? Got to break mine down and see what her problem is. Almost sure the carb is plugged up. Been to lazy to mess with it..LOL Great tips buddy! Thanks for sharing these with us.
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
CB The hammer technique is always an option when your piddling around like me but professionals look down upon it!
@dothedishes34274 жыл бұрын
Thank you. I will try these tips today.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@NathansFerroceriumrods16 жыл бұрын
The gas is the most important. Cheers.
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Ditto!
@gmonet87536 жыл бұрын
Yep, just be sure to use ethanol free gas. Also, fuel stabilizer I’ve found works fine to keep the gas fresh for months and months.
@samuelvelez74116 жыл бұрын
I got a craftsman chain saw that won't start... thanx so much for the video and the tips
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Be sure and subscribe I should have another useful chainsaw video out this week!
@kerakkuali39843 жыл бұрын
Thanks man.. my chain saw running good now.. haha.. thank you so much
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Awesome news thanks for watching don't forget to subscribe and Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@alfonzo9075 жыл бұрын
Tom Jones in comments is right . Fuel with ethanol in it turns hygroscopic , meaning the fuel because of ethanol draws moisture from the air of it's surroundings . The water molecules are taken into the molecules of the fuel . The results are not good . Engine won't run right and sometimes not at all or won't idle or start . -------Ernest E. Johnson
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Ernest you are absolutely correct sir! Thanks for the input and also watching! Don't forget to subscribe!
@George1mac4 жыл бұрын
After watching your other video with the Husky 455 and how to tune, I started cleaning it up and although not a part of your video, I found a lot of build up in the muffler, and man what a hard removal....they must have used an impact wrench to torque in the bolts...went ahead and ordered proper screwdrivers from your link to adjust the settings for the carburetor and will be getting to that part when they come in....anyway you are 100% right about the gas...it is awful these days....I try to use only ethanol free, but it still is not the same as years ago. My neighbor has started to use only the premixed high dollar stuff, and he says it is worth it....he cuts a lot of firewood, so he uses more than the average Joe.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Fresh fuel is the key with a superior oil we use Red Armor oil from echo and any gas as long as it's fresh! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@michaelgodfrey94914 жыл бұрын
Love the shirt.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@donaldchavers99273 жыл бұрын
Thanks, quick question ? The gap On the plug should be a what on a Husqv. 140 ? I pick up the 140 from a older Family member.
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Looks like .020 Thanks for watching and keep on piddling!
@icespeckledhens6 жыл бұрын
But how did you change the fuel line and filter?
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Make sure to subscribe and I'll cover it in a future video!
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
The episode is up! Chainsaw fuel line & filter replacement... kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKPXgISki7-so5I
@pngmick3 жыл бұрын
A STIHLL advertisement just came up on my TV as I im watching your video! How's that! Going to get my Chinese knock off working today.
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Heck yeah keep us posted! Thanks for watching don't forget to subscribe and Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@nacholibre19624 жыл бұрын
I can't believe you went through all that and didn't film replacing the fuel line and filter.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
It's in a separate video! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@markb89546 жыл бұрын
Good common sense video, spark plug, air and fuel filters, fresh gas.... and preventive maintenance before you put it away.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the kind words Mark!
@adawaters58416 жыл бұрын
thanks for the video
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@CallMeMoonshine15 жыл бұрын
I just went through this with my 1980's Stihl 024 AV. If you have an older Stihl, pull your fuel line and check the diameter of the opening. My parts shop had the aftermarket listed as the ONLY fit. These fuel lines are made with a grommet to snug them in the opening, hard to feed through just right. After you get the grommet seated, you then grab line inside tank, pull and add the filter. The aftermarket fuel line grommet (7700) is WAY too wide for the opening on old school 024, 026s. You want the 7705. Once I got the "OEM" part number they were able to find one in stock. It's a short line, hard to connect to the carburetor without using hemostats. Glad my dad and brother's "schooled me", I have Ryobi on the table next...LOL
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear you got it worked out! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@CallMeMoonshine15 жыл бұрын
@@AmericanPiddler dropping my 1st dead 60 ft today, done lots of pines but they were alive and kind of naturally padded. This one has to go between two sheds about 25 ft apart....timber!
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
@@CallMeMoonshine1 keep me updated on how it goes! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@patrickheskett2314 жыл бұрын
Love the shirt
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@richardstump4582 Жыл бұрын
Alright!! Fantastic!! Thanks!!
@brianpollickjr53455 жыл бұрын
Not only are the videos helpful, but your shirts are awesome as well! 😂😂😂😂😂
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching & keep on piddling #americanpiddler
@wickedsled4 жыл бұрын
If you dont have spark, one solution can be to check the air gap between the coil and the flywheel. On my stihl 025 it should be between 0.2-0.4mm / 0.008-0.016''.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@brianeastman35476 жыл бұрын
1 more thing I forgot to mention , I recommend pre mix gas from True fuel or the STIHL brand.
@Captaraknospider3 жыл бұрын
Your shirt should say God gave me the ability to blab and take my time to get to the point.
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching send us a shirt 👕 🤣 and Keep on Piddling... sounds like you had the time to watch and comment 👌🏼
@jacklewis42755 жыл бұрын
The one thing I wanted to see was changing the fuel filter and fuel line. I guess you didn't think it was important.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/mKPXgISki7-so5I here you go thanks for watching!
@Iloveremo4 жыл бұрын
Really love your teaching sir . i have a 390 stihl its keeping flooding during and after use can you tell me how to solve this problem
@Iloveremo4 жыл бұрын
Hi is there a solution please?
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Sounds like it's too rich and needs a carb adjustment! I have an episode to show how to actually tune a chainsaw! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@markhansen42585 жыл бұрын
I tried the same, new plug, confirmed spark. New air filter, confirmed clean carburetor. New fuel, confirmed flow to cylinder. No ignition. I went back to an axe. It always starts. Shoulder hurts now.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Mark have you checked the muffler screen? Or have you checked the compression of your saw? And lastly have you tuned the saw? I have a how to actually tune a chainsaw video that may help.... hope this helps thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe!
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3KVm3h9f6ilkJY
@markhansen42585 жыл бұрын
American Piddler I think I’ve done all of that. Still nothing. It’s a poulan pro 18”. If I could buy a twenty inch electric cordless I would. I’ll buy a new Stihl next year, but every service costs as much as the poulan did. I hate two cycle engines. Never had one remain reliable after the second year.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
@@markhansen4258 so what is that you are missing? Is it not getting spark? If it is getting spark have you tested the compression? If you have... what was it at? Give me as much detail as you can and I'll do my best to help you out get that saw running!
@markhansen42585 жыл бұрын
American Piddler I just checked it with my thumb. It’s pretty strong. Doubt that’s the issue. When I tore it down it was running, but wouldn’t idle. Two years and a bunch of decent cuts. Maybe I screwed up the coil, but that’s not worth replacing. I can buy another for $99. $65 for the coil.
@mrtrillionfold4 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Easy to understand! No nonsense!
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching & keep on piddling #americanpiddler
@troypuente28545 жыл бұрын
VERY HELPFUL , JUST ONE QUESTION WHERE CAN I FIND THAT SHIRT? LOL
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
My wife had that custom made for me a few years back for my BIRTHDAY! Thanks for watching and I'll ask the shirt maker about it for ya! "Keep on Piddling"
@Jthumper4 жыл бұрын
I only use ethanol free stabilized fuel and my mint ms361 is failing to start, it ran 3 months ago- going to swap the fuel line and filter and the fuel cap
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Hate to hear your having trouble! Thats a great saw! Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@tomjones43186 жыл бұрын
Forget ethanol fuel and most of your problems are gone. Sorry corn don't need you. Search online for the nearest non-eth seller. Boats and planes use non-eth not that hard to find. Ethanol is a scam folks.
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Tom you are correct ethanol is horrible for a two strokes! Thanks for watching and don't forget to subscribe!
@rickmotz79185 жыл бұрын
Tom Jones next
@tomjones43185 жыл бұрын
@@AmericanPiddler We've even got a WallyMart in the area now with non-eth. I tested it with water and it had zero ethanol. The expensive test kits are a scam water is all you need.
@cubleycat5 жыл бұрын
Great advice. And to those "professional maintenance guys" who might say you doing it wrong, well wheres there videos??
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Love it thanks for the support and the kind words of encouragement! Don't forget to subscribe! Thanks for watching!
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Who wants more chainsaw videos? kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3KVm3h9f6ilkJY
@michaelcarey10406 жыл бұрын
Yeah, fuel filter install please!
@NedBoukharine6 жыл бұрын
I do ! And I have a PhD in experimental nuclear physics.
@pamelaworley99026 жыл бұрын
Ned B . ..
@michaelborghesi586 жыл бұрын
American Piddler we want more piddler
@AmericanPiddler6 жыл бұрын
Should be this week!
@Gomez1104525 жыл бұрын
Good job I'm working on a 290 homelite Textron my self. thanks
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@stevegiroux66645 жыл бұрын
Thanks I know now I'll refer to it soon once I have a saw to tune up.
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@jamespond30974 жыл бұрын
"I'm gonna tell ya about number 3" pause "Number 3 is...." pause "Gasoline!" "Now my great great great grandpappy had one the first steam saws and then after 40yrs came the squirrel - powered saws, they were mean brutes, especially if you forgot to feed them!", yawn. Here's a tip; GET TO THE POINT!!! Man! You yanks can rattle, if you used your wasted breath to power those saws, they'd have NO competition ROFL!!!
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Well James Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler
@wuryani29364 жыл бұрын
Thanks guy for your tip. Good job.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and keep on piddling! #americanpiddler
@typhoontim125 Жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you.
@LoneWolf-yp2mo5 жыл бұрын
Great video ! For those REALLY STUBBORN saws, weed eaters and so on ... that have carb issues, get the model and Number and go on EBay ! You can buy a NEW carb for around $10 !! I used to work at STIHL in Va Beach Va and would go through around 200 carbs in ONE SHIFT ... ( we ran EVERY saw in a test cell before packing and shipping them ) then there is the ethanol problem of course. ... $10 can save a LOT of aggravation !! just sayin" .... Keep up the great work. I'm sure you help a lot of people get their equipment running again !!
@AmericanPiddler5 жыл бұрын
So much knowledge in what you just shared so thank you! You are correct ethanol is horrible for our small engines! The same tricks will work for buying a cheap carb to get it going then fine tune it! Thanks for watching!
@ddorn044 жыл бұрын
My Father in law installed and wired the initial machines at the Stihl plant in the 70s. He went on to be an electrical supervisor at the NNS.
@johnpayne55184 жыл бұрын
Great information it worked for me
@AmericanPiddler3 жыл бұрын
Glad it helped Thanks for watching! Keep on Piddling! #americanpiddler
@dewaynefederico77104 жыл бұрын
Hey brother, i thought your video was extremely informative. i have a n old saw that was given to me about 5 years and of course it would not start when i tried it. naturally i don't know anything about starting chain saws but after your video i am confident i can do it since u gave me ALL the tools i needed to try. i appreciate the way u went about it...casual like. thanks. i will let you know how it went after i try your method.
@AmericanPiddler4 жыл бұрын
Dewayne that is awesome! Please keep us updated. Thanks for watching and Keep on Piddling #americanpiddler