Bringing an Old Toro Commercial mower out of retirement.

[@kevinwilliams563]

Nice job of bringing it back to life. I made the switch a few years ago to using premium fuel with no ethanol in it. It is harder to get but I haven’t had a carburetor issue with any of my yard tools since switching. With good maintenance practices those small engines will run a very long time.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You're doing it the right way. Your efforts have save you a lot of time and money

[@mr1pearl]

I like working on the old mowers I don't know why but the reward is extra special ! She / He is a beast !!!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Bill Clement

[@dukesworld3020]

I was taught to check it before I start it every time.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you were better taught than me. I wasn't told anything

[@dukesworld3020]

@@HomeGaragechannel I started working on a 200-acre farm when I was 10 years old and the first thing I did every morning checked all gas diesel and oil levels. School of harder knocks.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@dukesworld3020 Nice.

[@skeetermcg1]

@@HomeGaragechannel We have two mowers that's burning oil and I check the oil when I start them up. I went to school for small engine repair

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@skeetermcg1 you're ahead of the game

[@apatterson8128]

I check the oil before every use. Because of Murphy's Law, the ONE time I don't check it will be the time the engine seizes! Thanks for taking the time to do these videos.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you A Patterson

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Nice to see that spark plug tester in action. I've wondered how well they work. Nice video!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It was just a gimmick I was trying out for the video, but it did work like it was supposed to. Thank you The Lawnmower Lady. I appreciate your time here.

[@ghibliinu6616]

sounds like a stun gun!

[@YukiNeko-Neko]

If you cant weld the deck, I have had good success with using JB Weld on just it. I fixed one 3 years ago and it still going well. Just make your you clean it well before, If you got time grind off the paint to give it a better adheasion. I saw the crash bar crack when you bent it back. Maybe use some heat before when bending metal like that. I Change may oil, and clean/replace the air filter and spark plug as needed every new season. Thank you for another Great Video to watch

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Anime Red, I'll have to consider that.

[@themowerman]

What a fantastic old mower.. old gas a a massive problem.. good one mate

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Mick and yes you are absolutely right.

[@stevenchandler4218]

Yes HG I always check fluids and run my eye over my machinery before I use it each day. Good video 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Steven Chandler

[@benrobles752]

Check your engine oil before each use.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you and me both

[@mjg263]

I check it before each use and change it every Spring before the mowing season starts. Hey I just trash-picked a similar mower last week only it’s a push model with a sideways mounted Tecumseh that has a cast iron cylinder sleeve Mine was built in 1988, great mower!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Nice! do you think you'll try to get it running.

[@mjg263]

@@HomeGaragechannel Runs like a Swiss watch. Looked like it hadn’t been used in 20 years, barely pulled the rope to test for compression and it fired right up and ran smoothly. I replaced the foam air filter element, fuel line and carb elbow fitting then changed the oil and sharpened the blade. Cut the grass with it yesterday and it does a beautiful job, just need to get the bag for it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@mjg263 Wow that's a great sounding machine.

[@mjg263]

@@HomeGaragechannel Definitely a keeper!

[@NatesOutdoors]

I usually check my every time I use it,also clean the air filter,when I'm done mowing,I'll let it cool down then spray it off with a hose,lol I know way over board,but I want it to last awhile,thanks for sharing man,awesome video

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You really do put me to shame. Thanks for the information

[@stevenchandler4218]

Nothing wrong with looking after your gear Nate. ✔✔

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@stevenchandler4218 absolutely

[@williamsnow1531]

I check my oil every time I use it and change it once a year weather it needs it or not. A oil change is the cheapest way to maintain your engine.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

100% agreement

[@nathanfall2414]

Do you think you would ever work on outboard boat motors I would love it!!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes If I can find some to work on. So far I've only worked on one and it was at their location So I didn't make a video about it.

[@alexandercosta1777]

Wow, you opted our video early man, love he videos, can’t wait till next week

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes, some new data has come to light so I wanted to release it a few hours earlier to meet the demands.

[@watermanone7567]

I check oil in my engines every time and customers bring me equipment that has never been checked or changed. Had a Honda WX-10 last week that ran out of oil and destroyed the engine. Only a year old and the people used it every day to water their cows. The little engines only hold a few ounces of oil. I also use synthetic or blended synthetic that helps.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I feel bad for that little Honda. I've been looking at getting one for myself so it this hurts me.

[@robertmailhos8159]

Glad you got that classic mower back in Simi running condition the cast aluminum deck is another issue of getting it fixed see you later young man

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Robert Mailhos, always glad to see you.

[@butler386]

One should check the oil and gas each time of use. In reality I try but sometimes get lazy and do not do that. Thanks for the video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You are welcome!

[@lawrencecarroll2031]

I check the oil in all my machines EVERY time I use them. Change it when it gets dirty; about once a year in push mower, twice a year in rider.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

That's a very good schedule

[@normandong4479]

Interesting check & restart of old mower. I would recommend filling in the cracked deck with JB Weld compound--some are made for metal and quite strong. The auto drive needs work to get it out of stuck gear and the choke attachment needs some work. Nice to see an older mower restored to usable condition.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Norman Dong for the advice I appreciate it.

[@gavinneubauer5536]

I check it every time so I don't f up the engine. What is your opinion on vintage or older lawn equipment?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think it depends on how vintage. If it's 80's and early 90's stuff, I really like them a lot. If you're talking about 60 and 70's stuff, I don't have too much experience with them.

[@gavinneubauer5536]

@@HomeGaragechannel same my main trimmer is a ryobi 740r which is from 1994 I got it from our neighbor up at our cabin and it had been sitting under there for like for years and it was your video that made me buy a 12 dollar carb that after adjusting works amazing.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@gavinneubauer5536 nice work. those are very powerful trimmers.

[@gavinneubauer5536]

@@HomeGaragechannel agreed I haven't done a compression test but ever since I've had it it was very low compared to a 725r that I sold earlier this year. It runs amazing though

[@RussellBooth1977]

I check the oil every time that I mow because Briggs and Stratton say that air cooled engines consume a bit of oil but I found out that has went from 200 mLs per hour of use down to 150mLs every 10 hours,I change it annually because the oil does trap contaminants which can cause excessive wear & damage to the engine & I don't use it that much in the middle of winter over here in Australia as the grass has gone semi dormant meaning its growth has slowed right down,it would be very different if I lived at Darwin where their climate is tropical. As far as the spark plug testers go when I was doing a small automotive course in conjunction with high school we were shown how to clean & test spark plugs in a vacuum chamber because sometimes they might Fire under no compression but they might not fire properly at least under compression. I had to diagnose that issue with my dads Honda GX35 powered line trimmer,while the spark plug had spark it intermittently fired under compression,that threw me into thinking that it was a carburetor issue but I tested the continuity between the inner & Outer electrode with my multimeter & there was continuity - it was shorted out. It should've had infinity ohms of resistance !

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow, If all my viewers knew as much as you, I would be talking to myself making these videos. Very well said.

[@brianking1138]

Once a season but I rarely keep a mower more than a season. I am a flipper and just use one that I have repaired and usually sell it later.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that makes complete sense. thank you Brian King

[@Disdained_talent1]

I check the oil every time before I use the mower, it only takes a second. I also change it 2x a year. That mower was really abused. I've never seen a super recycler deck cracked like that, much less a commercial model. Amazing that people can't do the most basic maintenance.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right, not sure if it's still going this year but I would guess so .

[@nancynorinh131]

Thats a very old mower. Thanks for the video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for watching!

[@sxewhodey]

AT 8:25 you mention adjusting the brake/propel lever. Could you do a video covering that? I have the same deck model except ( a crack in the exact same space too) with the suzuki engine and the neutral area is soo sensitive. A good tutorial for that would be a hit.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

unfortunately this mower is long gone, but What I did was turn that black knob were the self propel cable disappears into the deck and the gear selector switch. I just turned it out counter clockwise a few turns which will move the neutral position closer to the handle bar. Give it a shot and see what happens.

[@LivingLife128]

The person that watches these videos are usually more caring of thier equipment and oil change is part of the game. For the average more owner as long as it starts and runs that is all they care about. "It uses oil"? Is what I have heard many times .

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are the wisest person I know. You are absolutely right.

[@nashguy207]

We check the oil in our mowers ever day and change the oil and filter every 50 to 75 hours. For future reference you check the oil on those kawasaki engines like a honda engine you don't screw the dip stick in you let it rest on top of the threads.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

ah, thank you nashguy207

[@willssmallenginerepairllc5060]

On my Scag with Kawasaki v-twin I check the oil before each use and change the oil and filter once a season, at the end of the season.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice!

[@christianlarsen717]

Always checking the oil before i use any or sell any of my mowers. Its the engines only insurance, so i use 1 minute to check the oil.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very good point.

[@TecumsehRulesbcserk]

Today I had to do some repair work on my 1996 Toro 2 stroke snowblower. An air bubble got into the line and I had to disconnect it from the fuel filter to get the fuel flowing through the line again.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow, I don't think I've ever had to deal with something like that

[@DibsRibs3279]

Personally, i check my oil every season. Once the season starts, and once it ends. I might also check it when i fill it with gas

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are definitely on top of your oil maintenance.

[@DibsRibs3279]

@@HomeGaragechannel Well i did blow up a yerf dog go kart due to me not changing the oil for three years so....

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@DibsRibs3279 I have also blown up a riding mower, because I didn't check that one time.

[@norge696]

You should check it before each use. if your engine burns a bit more oil youll run low and bye bye engine.

[@norge696]

That oil filter kit for the fj180v sells for $100+. Sold one off a junk engine.

[@tuggyboat]

I have never seen a push mower with an oil filter. The old briggs have an internal oil screen before the oil pump but wow thats a great feature!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes the first time I eve saw one, I was also quite surprised.

[@2008FORDF450V8]

It as an optional kit for the fc150v engine could the deck be welded

[@Patrick4959]

i check my 4 stroke aka 4 cycle engine oil as often as i can and here in Australia we have our 4 stroke Victa,s and they are a common one to look into including the Vertical Shaft Pull cord Briggs and Stratton motors and yep that,s a good motor and a awesome job bringing it back to life etc.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Patrick Stapleton

[@Patrick4959]

@@HomeGaragechannel my pleasure mate.

[@rickjames6948]

Put some SAE30 oil on that foam pre air filter. On THAT Kawi engine, never screw the oil dipstick all the way in when checking. You park the stick on top of the threads, remove and check the level. Screwing in will show a high oil level which is incorrect. Put anti-seize on the blade bolt. Valves need adjusting badly.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you rick James

[@kymmylacanne7641]

I really just needed to know how to put the bagger on! Darn it.

[@b286guy]

I check the oil every month or so, as it typically doesn’t use any. It gets changed once annually.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you b286guy

[@cbauer72]

I understand taking a hands off approach to the transmission. Especially since it's not your mower. If it were my mower though, I'd have dug right in.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you and me both Clif B.

[@cbauer72]

I bought a new Toro last year that claimed to never need an oil change. I check the level every few mows. I'll be changing it after this season regardless of what the manufacturer says.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very good decision. thank you Clif B.

[@terryparis8159]

hey great channel...i hv a question...you did a video where you had yard machine lawn mower....wldnt start like it had no spark....it was a carb issue...my question is this...if you hv a carb issue will act ,ike no spark to it....ty

[@HomeGaragechannel]

The carb would have to be completely non-functional for the more to act like it had no spark.

[@zhillic]

You should invest in a tachometer if you don't have one. Checking/setting max engine rpm is many times forgotten, and with some engines you cant really hear if it's going 3500 rpm or 3700, really makes a difference

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are absolutely right

[@michaelskidmore5086]

If you want to keep your equipment such as weed eaters or blowers or edgers clean, what do you recommend? I prefer to keep my equipment clean because I want them to last long as possible or I want the paint on the mower to shine for a long period of time.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes, try to keep them in the condition they were in when you get them new, clean, dry and empty of gas. Climate control is a tall order but keeping them from getting to 140 Degrees would be helpful too.

[@michaelskidmore5086]

@@HomeGaragechannel what cleaning products would you recommend for me to clean the equipment? Also, when cleaning the equipment, what areas should I avoid or be aware of?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@michaelskidmore5086 For mower, I would wash and brush the underside of the deck with water from a garden hose and a spray nozzle, no need for pressure washing. Clean the top side with any mild spray cleaner, I use an Orange based cleaner, that will keep oil and gas from damaging the top of the deck. let the mower dry in the sun for a few hours before you put it back up. otherwise the moisture from washing may damage it too after awhile.

[@doomedoyster]

I have a 2 cycle mower so I never have to think about oil changes 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yep you basically do an oil change, every time you put Fuel in.

[@craiglarge5925]

Can not buy a 2 cycle own mower for the past 16 or more years thanks to the government !

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@craiglarge5925 it is a real shame.

[@doomedoyster]

@@craiglarge5925 this is why I'm still rocking a 2003 Lawnboy 10247. Picked it up when I first bought my house a few years back. Little did I know I got super lucky!

[@kevinrayner1663]

Or the environment apparently

[@ericrichardson3332]

If I was worried about the crack in the deck I'd clean around it and use aluminum brazing rods to braze the crack closed , of course you have to pre heat the deck first so it would be a little work and probably easier if the engine and anything that might melt be removed the heat the surrounding area before putting high heat on the cracked area and using aluminum wielding rod / brazing rods which melt at some where around 700 degrees or so and hopefully all would go well and then replaint and put back together

[@HomeGaragechannel]

since it wasn't mine, and my friend had been using it this way for some time, I didn't bother trying.

[@ericrichardson3332]

@@HomeGaragechannel yeah plus it's time consuming and may ruin the machine if something goes wrong , it may be a dirty type of cast aluminum and have impurities in it which would make it difficult to do or it may not , but in any case those aluminum decks are cool and probably act like a heat sink for the engine keeping it cooled a little bit

[@brucebonkowski9568]

use seafoam in your fuels sustem.and i ger the deck.fixed get some hammeriteblack paint for the handle and armour all.for the plastic

[@HomeGaragechannel]

good advice. Thank you Bruce Bonkowski

[@attorneyreel1181]

You mainly only did neglected maintenance, but not corrective work, then tried unsuccessfully to start the mower. In my experience, when a mower has sat as long as this one, it win'tbstart because of evaporated/separated/congealed gasoline in the carburetor, almost always clogging the main jet. A quick five-minute fix.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Actually I check the jet off camera, I didn't feel it was needed in this video. thanks

[@dfields9511]

similar issues with a Toro SuperRecycler 1995 I broad back to life on the deck components

[@HomeGaragechannel]

did you already make that video? I can't seem to remember off the top of my head.

[@dfields9511]

@@HomeGaragechannel yes I did it’s very long vid maybe 55 mins but has helped many fix their own and is one of my most watched videos kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZPHmWiqeriarsU

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@dfields9511 let me take a look again and see if remember it.

[@61hink]

What is that little squeeze bottle you use for gas? Looks handy.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it's supper handy, it's a chemical squeeze bottle you can purchase from Amzn.

[@61hink]

@@HomeGaragechannel Yes, found them. Thanks!

[@mikepodorski4272]

On Kawasaki engines, you are not supposed to screw the dip stick/cap in to check the level. It should be checked with the cap on top of the threads.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Mike Podorski.

[@brucebonkowski9568]

why didnt.you check..the belt and while the blade was offdid you not use a oldscraper

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Oh,, I think you're asking about removing the grass on the underside of the deck. This is a commercial unit, it will look like that in a week or two. And I checked the belt off camera, I didn't feel that it was needed in the video. thanks for asking

[@25-8]

They are the best

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes they are!

[@electroddxful]

I always check my oil on all of my machines. Great video content really enjoy them 👍🙏👍🙏👍🙏

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you RayFpv.

[@georgemartinez1720]

I check every ti.e before use it and check gas . Sme it And check hole in Tank lid to make sure it not clogged

[@HomeGaragechannel]

excellent work

[@garyanello3881]

nice job and tutorial!!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@buz375]

Change oil every season. Pour stabile in gas tank about 1 oz

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very nice , thank you Robert Freier.

[@bushmaster2936]

PERSONALLY, I NEVER START AN ENGINE WITHOUT FIRST CHECKING THE OIL, THEN THE FUEL LEVEL, GREASE AS NEEDED, CHANGE THE OIL & FILTER (IF EQUIPPED) AT THE END OF THE SEASON. PERSONAL VEHICLES.....CHECK THE OIL AT THE GAS PUMP WHILE REFILLING THE TANK.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow you definitely keep an eye on your equipment. Thank you bush master.

[@sweetlou5902]

Check oil frequently and for residential use change once a year! I can't tell you how many ruined connecting rods and cranks are ruined by neglected oil

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I can believe it. thank you Sweet Lou

[@davestout844]

Awesome pressure lubed Kawasaki on a classic toro deck.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It sure is! Thank you Dave Stout

[@finbah5706]

every time I mow. as I had an awesome ARIENS 1970's snowblower for 15years that was a beast. I didnt check it and blew the conn rod. DOH!!! no oil was in the motor.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

That sucks. Thanks for the comment

[@dominoespizza1756]

I check my oil and air filter every 2nd-5th time I use it. I just pay attention to my machines as I use them to know if something might be wrong but the only real bad thing that could happen is if I have a crank seal failure but my engines are chinese clones so it's not worth trying to get parts

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes that does make a difference

[@christophershelley9023]

Can you do the video fixing the Toro recycler with a Kohler engine please

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes If I can find one. Is there a specific part you need for me to focus on, like the engine or self propel system?

[@christophershelley9023]

No I’m just requesting a video for you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@christophershelley9023 I gotcha thanks

[@Gamer55MMC]

I've never seen this type of mower. Do you know what engine this is and what year they made these engines? Because this clearly or I believe this is not a briggs and stratton engine. 🤔🤔

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Nope no briggs. it's a Kawasaki FC150V, pretty good little engine. Not vey heavy Versus the 180 cc that comes after it. As for the years, I couldn't tell you.

[@999thenewman]

Well, look at you buying a spark plug tester, Mr. Fancy. :)

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You know when I saw, I was like, that's pretty cool I NEED ONE. If only to get shocked by it once in awhile.

[@999thenewman]

@@HomeGaragechannel I don't like how this mower looks. If you want, I can make it look nice.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@999thenewman Oh I know you could get it shining. the only problem is that it's going to take a lot of polish for this one.

[@999thenewman]

@@HomeGaragechannel That just means you get to help.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@999thenewman That's not a bad idea

[@matthewmaggard5557]

my old briggs quantum 22 in 5.0 hp yard machines burns oil so i check oil almost every time

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that makes sense

[@EngDrewman]

Drill out the tip of the crack in the deck and patch it with a generous amount of JB Weld.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

best advice yet, drill the crack to stop it Thank you KJ6EPL

[@EngDrewman]

@@HomeGaragechannel and use the original JB Weld not the "JB Quick". The fast curing stuff isn't as strong as the original.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@EngDrewman oh i wasn't aware of that. Thanks

[@IvanOchoa461]

Dang this mower looks old what year is it

[@HomeGaragechannel]

If I had to guess, 90's

[@marshallborder9089]

After working on them for ages I think people don't know or don't care too ever check or change the oil in a push mower .

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you just spoke the Truth.

[@therandomtester9561]

Well in some sence the oil is good for the rest of it's life. Not a very long life though ;) I check about every 2-3 times of use. But I believe most people don't care or don't know, doesn't check and doesn't change. Hope I'm wrong though..

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I feel the same way. Most are oblivious

[@colesteffens5402]

Check the oil every time you start it. You never know if the sump is leaking

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You are absolutely right about that. Thank you Cole Steffens.

[@dujeamizic3588]

I have wish.Stihl ms 250 carburator epair

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I will try and get one for the channel, but it would be easier if you would just replace the carb instead. Thank you Duje Amizic

[@timtoro244]

How old this mower

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I don't know for sure.

[@smallengines1018]

That spark plug was probably the dirtiest one I've ever seen

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it has to be the worst for me too.

[@jamesaydelott6888]

I change my oil once a year! I’m all my equipment

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I guess It depends if you mow more than just one yard, it would make since to change it more often.

[@garymucher9590]

Looks like you should check the oil in that mower every time seeing how it IS burning oil...

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are absolutely correct

[@benc2722]

Loose bolt by oil filter tightening itself up at 7:40 LOL

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You have good eyes, I noticed that too. strange.

[@tdumford1]

I check my oil before every use. my father on the other hand has never serviced the mower at the lake. lol. 20 years later it still runs. but I am just waiting for it to die.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's pretty amazing.

[@congame11]

So I found using a wrench on a locked up mower does indeed do the trick. Well sort of.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it will definitely work to get the engine freed up.

[@Dom-e92]

I change it every 2 months because I mow a lot. It still comes out black

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Wow, are you commercial or just a lot of property?

[@Dom-e92]

@@HomeGaragechannel I cut 4 lawns a week, and I do mine every few days.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@Dom-e92 Nice, thank you Dom

[@jamesaydelott6888]

I change my oil in my equipment once a year

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's what I do as well, has worked just fine for years.

[@everybodysjonathan]

Of course it’s good to check your oil, but I like to know my engine. Know how much it uses oil or doesn’t. Not a real reason to keep checking oil on an engine that doesn’t burn oil right?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Great point!

[@lewiemcneely9143]

Every time and at least a change a year and maybe oftener.

[@gerryvandepol7630]

I have the same mower and it won’t go into gear... every gear is neutral

[@HomeGaragechannel]

have you checked to make sure that the belt is not broken or that it's come off one of the pulleys?

[@gerryvandepol7630]

@@HomeGaragechannel oh yea.. I’m mechanically inclined

[@gerryvandepol7630]

Belt on , pulley turns, no drive

[@gerryvandepol7630]

Pulled cover.... full of grease

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@gerryvandepol7630 have you looked to see how the gears are making contact in the case? I guessing it's stuck in neutral and the gear selector isn't letting it get to the other gears.

[@IvanOchoa461]

3:28 sounded like some music LOL

[@HomeGaragechannel]

what part?

[@IvanOchoa461]

@@HomeGaragechannel when you were using that spark checker

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@IvanOchoa461 oh yes sorry I was looking at the wrong time stamp, silly me. yes it sound like an old computer game from a long time ago.

[@IvanOchoa461]

@@HomeGaragechannel 😂😂

[@matthewmaggard5557]

how old is that?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'm guessing about 15 years old.

[@Secondarysavage05]

Check it every time because my mower burns alot of oil

[@HomeGaragechannel]

me too.

[@timtoro244]

you like Christmas I like Christmas I want Toro mower for Christmas

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes sir, I would also like a new toro for Christmas.

[@unisol2287]

You never know when you have an oil leak

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's very true

[@raulsern985]

You forgot to check the compression

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I sure did!

[@Grahams-Grass]

Can you cut some grass on the next one 😁😁😁

[@HomeGaragechannel]

The videos are already edited and loaded on here, I might try in a later video for you though.

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

This machine was abused a lot from the looks of it. Seeing the damage done to it apparently the owner cared more about the money and not the machine and in the long run he would have to spend some hard earned money on it or get a new one due to neglect.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are absolutely correct.

[@ToyotatechDK]

Kawasaki ❤

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you got that right

[@campbellpaul]

I think for home use mowers, oil should only need to be topped-off about every 3 years or so, depending on how much lawn you cut and if it looks dirty, has metal silt or filings or smells of gasoline, in which case it should be changed. For a lawn service mower, I believe in religious maintenance, therefore oil should be changed at the end of each season without question, unless it's a Kawasaki engine with an oil filter, in which case it may go two years without a change. I would probably change the oil filter every three years, as a safeguard.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Paul Campbell