The End of an Era: Why I'm Closing My Small Engine Repair Shop After 12 Years..(Medical Issues)

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My name is Bre. I took two years of small engine repair at the local college. When I left school, I fell into a wonderful job at a local small engine shop where I worked the counter for a couple years. In 2010 my husband and I opened up our own small engine shop in central Arkansas where I am able to work alongside my family and best friends. We see over 2,000 pieces of small engine equipment every year, and answer 1,000's of small engine questions. We specialize in brands such as Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, Echo and Shindaiwa, but work everyday on MANY other brands like Stihl, Husqvarna, Honda, Craftsman, Remington, Red Max, Troy Bilt, Scag, Bad Boy, Hustler, World Lawn, Poulan, Mantis, Etc.. Hopefully, my experience I share, will save you Time, Money and Frustration in the future!
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[@Chickanic]

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[@glenadams7706]

I just found you. Thank you for everything. I am a truck mechanic and you were invaluable because small 2cycle is my Achilles heel. Thank you best for the soaking trimmer line hack. That was amazing and saved me years of frustration! God bless you in your new endeavors and your husbands hip surgery

[@Good-DaySunshine]

My organization 'genes' are chomping at the bit watching this vid. If you guys could buy a giant Morton building, that would be perfect. (I love your blue Bug, btw!) Hope all goes well- love your videos, thank you for taking time to make them (a real encouragement to mechanically minded women everywhere!) 🎉❤

[@michaellusk9302]

You and Steve's Small Engine are the two absolute best sources for homeowners who like to repair/maintain equipment. Thank you

[@unclej7842]

There's always Taryl Dactyl cause I think Steve was going in rehab. Just joking. But Taryl is pretty good too.

[@stevestowell-virtue3781]

When I built my shop 30 years ago I was able to bu used warehouse shelving units for much less than new homeowner type shelving. Something you might check on for your new shop.

[@peacefrog0521]

@@unclej7842I only tuned into Steve’s channel to see April 😅❤

[@Mr572u]

Who is Steve?

[@jens9007]

I love both the videos from Chickanic and Steve. But for some reason I get so thirsty after watching a video with Steve! 😉

[@rwadley15]

Bre and Ron... Wishing you both the best. Looking forward to the next phase of Chickanic and hoping that Ron's hip replacement goes well.

[@asmithh2697]

Well said

[@CK-nb3wq]

Totally impressed that you put your husband's health ahead of the business and even KZbin. Prayers for both of you. Looking forward to your future videos!

[@RandyB-ei1uy]

Amen to this comment & ditto. My wonderful.wife of 31 yrs. 7 mo. is of the same thought. As I type this, we're in the ER with another blockage of my colon, caused by a Crohns Disease Flare-up. R.O.B./

[@CK-nb3wq]

​@@RandyB-ei1uy My dad suffered with Crohns for years. It's a nasty disease! My prayers for you and your wife.

[@RandyB-ei1uy]

@CK-nb3wq thank you so much. It is being cured in England, U.K. and in Australia. Where they use 3 antibiotics. Rifadin, Clarithromycin, &.Clofazamin. R.O.B./

[@johnasher594]

I just found your KZbin channel just in time for the shop to close. I’m glad that you are continuing to add content. I like your teaching style. It works with my learning style. I look forward to learning a lot.

[@picklesnoutpenobscott3165]

Same for me, late to a great party. Glad for the education source though. Thanks so much.

[@beingthere597]

Best wishes to your husband. Recovery from hip surgery is relatively easy. It's the knees that have a long and painful recovery. So glad to know that we'll be getting more videos from the talented and beautiful Chickanic. Please keep up informed about how things are progressing. Those of us who follow your channel feel like family!

[@scottheller1379]

I'd far rather b knee than hip...sorry

[@geoffreysmommy]

Try shoulder surgery. My husband had his rotator, bicep, and labrum operated on. At the same time he also broke the bone at the top if his arm. The part that looks like a ball. Luckily it was non displaced. Off work nine months. Miserable for almost two years. That was in 2016 and lost 10% range of motion and still in constant pain. But low enough that he can get by without any pain pills. But actually its slowly getting worse. He's now in his 60s.

[@beingthere597]

@@geoffreysmommy Pain and loss of range of motion is fairly common with rotator cuff surgery. It's a bear!

[@williamslover9040]

The wife has had both shoulders replaced. Arthritis is no fun.

[@rickeykeeton4770]

Good luck with the hip surgery. Had mine like 25 years ago. It was a life changing event! So far, still good. I am 68.

[@JimmyYahteez]

You scared me, I thought you were closing forever! I’m sure everything will turn out fine. You have thousands of loyal viewers pulling for your family to enjoy continuing success. We need your help with our engines and learn tons from your channel. Thanks for the update!

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[@jrippee05]

Yep, I thought she was closing forever. I am glad she is not.

[@dandahermitseals5582]

Sorry to hear that. Dandahermit

[@eduardonieto2355]

I see all your projects. To me it was Larening experien for me. I in job your video's a lot. 🌹❤🌹💪🇺🇸🙏

[@rogerparris6742]

Currently waiting on a new hip in the next few weeks. I really understand Ron’s pain. Love your channel.

[@richardmartinez5938]

Don't erase your repaire library. Thanks for all your help; you really know your stuff!

[@larrylucas5731]

Best of luck to you and Ron. Take care and we'll be here waiting!

[@robertlarrabee9115]

I’m a relatively new subscriber, 66 yrs old, been fixing stuff with engines since the 60s. Your channel so helpful and informative. Get that husband back to 100% and your new venture in motion. Can’t wait!

[@BearE9090]

It's been a pleasure and great learning experience. I hope Ron has a speedy recovery, and both of you have a well-deserved rest.

[@kevansmith3660]

Whats so unique about you is that you so transparent and honest!!! Enjoy your videos!!

[@dennmillsch]

Sheesh, I'm almost exhausted just seeing your shop cleanout and imagining how much work that was. And like 1000s of other fans, wishing you and your family all the best.

[@randyhensley150]

Let me edit my comment so that those folks that don’t understand what I am saying will have a correct and better understanding . I forgot to write to the lowest common denominator. The comment was for her not yall anyway. Some people stop their regular business and go full KZbin only to discover it isn’t the full time job they wanted, they then shut down their KZbin content.Please don’t shut down the KZbin content even if you get discouraged or turned off by it. You are one of the few honest, helpful folks that I trust and I would hate to lose you on here. You and your husband are in our prayers. You for your new adventure and him for his surgery and full recovery. Hopefully this expanded comment will help other commenters to realize I know she will be making more content, that she is going full time KZbin and I am thankful for that. For those of y’all that got it the first time, thank you.

[@scottc346]

Guess you missed the part about there being a ton more of content.

[@randyhensley150]

Nope I heard it, just reiterating I don’t want her to shut down KZbin. I appreciate her to much to lose that as well.

[@CB.5]

@@randyhensley150 She literally is going full youtube but you're asking not to "shut down the youtube"??

[@randyhensley150]

I get it did you not see my response . I get it, but I’ve seen people shutting down because KZbin wasn’t what they thought it would be. Just trying to give her some encouragement not to do that. Go worry about yourself.

[@Starman-yt8lj]

So glad to hear your KZbin channel isn’t going away! Best wishes as you guys begin a new chapter and wishing Ron a speedy recovery.

[@melvinabernathy591]

Thank you, my Friend for all your help with my repairs on my yard equipment. I've also been able to help my friends and family with their repairs. Wishing you both the best with your future endeavors. I'm praying for you and Ron as he gets that hip replacement, that all goes well. Your the best, love you guys

[@kimkats]

Here’s hoping Ron’s hip surgery goes well! And I’m so glad you are going to still be posting in KZbin! My dear hubby passed almost 3 years ago and I learned how to do a lot of things for him and since him, but your chainsaw videos are my lifesavers! Bless you for doing this and looking forward to more videos from you! 🥰🥰

[@michaelotoole1807]

many hip problems as well as knee and ankle issues are from having duck feet. i spent the last year and a half slowly fixing my duck feet that was giving me serious pain on my inside hip area. to see if you have duck feet stand straight up with your feet together take 1 dozen or so steps looking straight ahead. stop walking and without moving your feet or legs look down at your feet. if your feet are pointing outward you have duck feet.

[@ThePlowGuys]

Good for you. Take the time you both need for health. We can all wait. Good luck. John

[@alanwilliamson9350]

Im only 48 and just had a full hip replacement a few weeks ago, I can relate to what your husband is going through. Let him know it's not that bad of recovery I was walking normal again after about 7 days. Good luck to ya both!

[@robertbotting983]

Grandfather 78ish was back on his pegs after 5-7 days, experience no pain or very minimal.

[@patrickflohe7427]

@@robertbotting983 That sounds good, but he probably didn’t have to mechanic work and be on the ground, getting down and back up, plus climbing. I had to walk immediately after my knee replacement surgery (after I woke up and stuff) and 7 months later, it’s still a challenge to work on things or walk far.

[@bobbg9041]

Good for you, my mother in law did it at age 70. Most people in ther 70s or older dont recover key it getting back up fast.

[@gymshoe1089]

Just keep the ideas coming! We love you. We love the help you have supplied.

[@LHLWASRIGHT]

Seeing all those parts, whew! Where there's a will, there's a way. Good luck with surgery and recovery.

[@mh-qq2hj]

I’ve been a mechanic for 30 years on everything from cars to bucket trucks and I learn a lot about small engines from you! I hope this break will allow you to have a better setup. I have too much junk laying around myself, a mechanic can’t seem to help holding onto good useable parts no matter how outdated they are! Every now and then I have a purge but then shortly afterwards, I need something I pitched! I feel your pain and I wish you all the best!

[@revbikerbigd8664]

Junk and old new parts, clutter for sure !

[@PeterCieply]

You have it you don't need it it you get rid of it you wish you had it. 😊

[@1995texasaggie]

I'm a computer tech........PCs, switches, routers, cables, parts, cases, tools.............I feel ya!

[@karlg2950]

You do not have a monopoly on that fren! Its hard to junk stuff that will/would be usefull..... its called recycling, yeah I know its a novelty for some! as a 30 yr tech and seeing ppl thro bicycles into the skip because it has a flat tyre .. disgusts me! Brought up fixin stuff & to look after things ... Now lost on todays throw away society...... Take away point.... fixers will always be needed ..... and we dont do it for FREE!

[@wtchr6883]

New Old Stock parts come in demand years later sometimes. Can be a good thing to have in the future.

[@donaldmeadows6047]

Bre, I'm so sad you are closing and changing things around. As long as you keep coming to us with all your sugestions, fixes, humor, and yourself, we will be happy. The very best for your next adventure. With all our Love and Respect, keep us informed and up to date.

[@shikanofromhere3240]

Wow! Tell Steve I’m pulling for him and praying. I live in Alberta, Canada and I’m 70 years old. I’m waiting for shoulder replacement surgery. The catch, two year wait. Will keep waiting and watching. God bless Steve. You will be well again!

[@tonesbriggs4062]

Please don’t leave us-you and I assume your husband. You r the absolute bestest of all. Attitude, knowledge and experience r the best.!!! Good luck and PLEASE DO NOT GO AWAY! ❤ to u both- Tones

[@hickorystx]

First off, Best of success with Rons hip replacement. People always come first, especially family!! Moving is never easy and you have shown us just how much inventory and equipment needs to be relocated. That alone is a major project. Your viewers and local customers will always wait for you since you have provided so much to your patrons and fans. God Bless you all and that includes your staff as well. Looking forward to your new videos but do remember to take care of Bre!!! Thank you on behalf of all your viewers past, present and future for all you have shared and taught. Stay healthy, happy and forever safe!!! 🙏

[@user-hl8ip3is1c]

I will keep you and your husband in my prayers!

[@christaldaughtery2849]

I couldn't say it any better. Thank you sincerely, and God Bless you ALL !

[@user-rs3ps8iv2c]

😢 I hate that for both of you l just had heart surgery 8 weeks ago. Surgery sucks any way you look at it, good luck.

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[@tammyvinas2120]

My uncle who died of cancer had a small engine shop in PA. I really enjoyed watching your videos. It reminded me of better times. Thank you for everything you’ve posted 🙂

[@RobertBrown-fq1wc]

Wishing you both well. I had a new hip 13 years ago, certainly a game changer. Many thanks for your great videos.

[@AJay-ip1mp]

Your content has been so valuable to so many people. Thank you for that. I and many others look forward to picking your brain for more valuable information. Best wishes, hope your plans go well, especially in making hard to get parts available for those of us who keep old gear running, and recovering the huge investment that collecting all these parts represents to you.

[@fredrodriguez6107]

Prayers for Ron for a speedy and successful recovery.

[@B-and-O-Operator-Fairmont]

All the best! Our local small engine shop closed a couple of years ago, leaving a void. Fortunately, most of us - thanks to you and a few others on YT, plus on-line parts suppliers - can fix things ourselves. And good luck with your inventory.

[@gergemall]

God Bless ❤ ☮️🙏🏿

[@freedomisfromtruth]

Your a very good teacher and the explanations have been invaluable for whatever subject you cover, looking forward to many more. Speedy recovery to Ron as I have been on multi month recovery for an ankle and being glued to this content.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Sorry to hear your Closing up shop. Hopefully your next Chapter of your life Is more Relaxing and fun 2:31 Hopefully the hubby gets a new hip soon @Chickanic

[@chatrkat]

Your success on KZbin is wonderful, good for you both. The move out is a good one in my opinion. Why pay rent when it’s your repair business that brings the profits, not a storefront. I love the new shop building! Congratulations Brie & Ron. Another American success story purely because of honest hard work and good people. 👍🏻🇺🇸

[@jameschandler2776]

I am 71 and have always been strong and healthy. The last 2 years have been hell. I always tried to cut firewood every day. I had 2 bad accidents last year and spent several months in the hospital. I am weak and not stable on my feet and it sucks. I understand where you are coming from. I will continue to watch and support you. It is good that you have the channel to help financially. Most people that are self employed do not have that luxury. Happy that you are able to do this. good luck in the future. I hope his hip replacement works out. I quit using Husqvarna a few years ago and now have all Echo saws . I have 2, 590's and a 501P. I love them.

[@tunerrestorations]

We all appreciate you’re content and you have helped many of us with fixing our own equipment. Hope all goes well for you guys and we will be patiently waiting your for your returns.

[@anthonyschmitz3053]

Please stay on channel,you are very good at what you do!

[@richhertlein8878]

I don’t do much small engine work these days but I enjoy your content and always learn something. I think I’m attracted to channels that feature honesty and straight talk, no matter what the subject is. Good luck and good health to both of you.

[@raymondrobinson5251]

My words totally!

[@housesteiner7783]

You have been a lifesaver for many a DIY viewer on this platform. While KZbin is many many issues, I am glad you have a platform to share your thoughts and ideas. Godspeed on your new ventures and a healthy healing to your husband!

[@johnienichols427]

I’m just glad you are not leaving us for good. I recently came across your videos and am hooked on your knowledge! You’re awesome and I’m looking forward to seeing more of your videos. Thank you for what you do!

[@JamesMedema]

Prayers for you and your husband! Take ALL THE TIME YOU NEED for him to recover and to ponder your decisions about your next shop location. We will all be here when you get back. Thank you for SO MUCH amazing content over the years - you are one of the best! Till then....

[@garriewilliamson689]

It's brilliant to see that you guys have a plan in place. Health issues can be such a burden. I pray that you are able to clear the hurdles and that all works out well. With your youthfulness and energy I am sure all will work out for the best. Good luck and thank you for the great and inspiring content that you share so freely 👍🏾👍🏾

[@partsdave8943]

Sorry to hear that Ron is needing a repair. 😊 No doubt that your regular customers would bring their business to your home shop. As for listing items online, I suggest you find a local college student with the needed skill set. They usually work for cheap. Perhaps your kids? Prayers for you all.

[@--_DJ_--]

I wonder if she can legally work out of the house. I am sure she could, but there are probably some steps involved in making that happen that might not be worth it for a year of downtime.

[@scottreynolds1984]

ive got a greenfield rideon mower with a 16 hp Briggs n stratton motor single cylinder OHC, keeps braking shear pins in the flywheel with no belts attached, i googled it says bolt on flywheel needs to be torqued to 100 ft lbs did this but kept shearing pins off within 10 mins of it sittling there idling can anyone suggest anything to help me thankyou in advance cheers Scott from Australia

[@--_DJ_--]

@@scottreynolds1984 You will have a better chance of getting an answer if you post this as your own comment rather than under someone else's. I'll give it a shot though. I assume you mean flywheel keys rather than a pin, but I am a truck mechanic not small engine so I have no idea what is out there in single cylinder land. Is the flywheel a tight fit on the shaft? If the key keeps breaking and the flywheel spins on the crank it could wear it so the flywheel is loose. That would break keys off very quickly with no load. Is the key the right size? Is the flywheel bolt the right length? If it bottoms out before the flywheel seats it would torque fine but the flywheel would be loose. Maybe missing a washer? There could be a crack in the flywheel bore. Is your torque wrench accurate?

[@terrybyrd9587]

Thank you for what you do, it really helps us old school guys (60+) Prayers for Ron and quick healing! God Bless y’all

[@alanconnors8881]

I'm glad you're not leaving KZbin. I just found you. Appreciate your knowledge. You're learning me. Good luck to Mr Chicanic. The discomfort leading up to replacement is unbearable at times.

[@user-qy3jx4qs6c]

That is very sweet and I really love that she's going to stay in business for everyone there and I love the way she has everything organized

[@brucebratschi4300]

You go girl. I’ve learned from you and your knowledge is vast. As a 71 year old I know the problems your husband is dealing with. That hip should help tremendously but we will never be 18. ❤️❤️❤️

[@jackwaite7542]

Thank so much for the up date and I will be praying for you and your Husband, for a quick recovery on his surgery and your business

[@garybraches9936]

I'm a fairly new subscriber but I've already learned so much from you. Having 2 bad knees and a wife with a bad hip on the left and a broken foot on the right, I can totally empathize with your situation. Best of luck with Ron's hip replacement and recovery. I look forward to your upcoming content and better times ahead

[@Big_Johns]

You, Ron and the channel have been a blessing for so many Bre, wishing you well and praying everything goes accordingly with Ron's surgery and recovery.

[@michaelharmon9714]

I just now found your channel. I didn't realize I lived down the street from a star. I have been to your shop quite a few times and you guys have helped me out of some tough binds. May God bless you guys with all the best.

[@user-ek1qt2le5n]

Many Thanks for all of your efforts to develop & publish content which is extremely helpful to anyone that uses & maintains lawn maintenance equipment!

[@joemccall8991]

Former small business owner myself, frightening but also an opportunity to move on to the next chapter of your lives. Hope everything goes well with Ron's surgery, he'll soon be tap dancing better than ever 😄

[@cecillanter3207]

I closed my business serving the general public for medical issues, I go sick of the clients

[@rogerelliott1546]

Same with me. RV service for 8 years found out people SUCK!

[@ldeanmason1788]

25 years running my Motorcycle shop.. same thing with people.. and then Covid and it’s parts shortage problem.. You would have it was my fault listening to the customers. I could retire, so I did.. No independent shops left in this half of the state.. Oh well.

[@John-dp3ln]

People generally suck but good customers appreciate good businesses.

[@jimmyswollnuts7662]

Maybe the clients were sick of you

[@shikanofromhere3240]

I hear ya! I had a motorcycle tire repair and replace shop and I quickly found out how mean spirited people can be. All the best to you and whatever is on your horizon. May it be calm winds and following seas!

[@thomashoitsma9203]

Best of wishes . Just have to say your a wealth of factual hands on knowledge brings a smile to my face ear to ear because you have so much enthusiasm and pride in what you do !!! I’m 47 an ex production faller From Alberta Canada . My family members are huge in the forestry industry it’s a great space learning from your joyful videos thank you for pushing forward against the corporate agenda against small businesses and global uncertainty cheers

[@jeremyluckadoo6092]

Prayers for both of you, surgery is not fun. You are an absolute joy and delight. Thank you for all you share.

[@jdgvee9313]

Your in person customers will really miss you, but us youtube customers will love the extra content. Prayers and wishes for a fast recovery and quick return to repairing things!

[@mikemccabe1324]

Thanks Chickanic. My dad’s hip pain actually originated from stenosis in his spine. They were saying he might need a new hip. But his spine issue was more pressing. They did stenosis surgery on the nerve tunnels two spine vertebrae and after his surgeries, his hip problems went away! I’ve had two laser spine surgeries two months apart. It was outpatient surgery! Couldn’t walk going into the surgery. Then walked out of surgery three hours later.

[@Chickanic]

Thanks for the info!

[@user-qy3jx4qs6c]

@@Chickanic I'm sorry for your husband and you I pray that everything goes well ❤️‍🩹🙏❤️‍🩹🙏 for both of you 💝 we care a lot about both of you 💕💖

[@sasquatchrosefarts]

​@@Chickanicdo rehab, not surgery. Do the exercises first for a couple months.

[@user-qy3jx4qs6c]

@@Chickanic I'm still praying for you and your family love you guys 💖💖

[@patk8417]

I have enjoyed watching your videos for a while now and am sad to see that you have to endure this move. I have been involved in the moving of a warehouse twice and it is a royal PITA. The improvements after each of those moves were phenomenal and well worth the effort. Here's hoping that Ron's situation improves and you move along nicely from all of this!

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

I wish you two the very best and hope Ron comes thru his medical issues quickly and fully. I enjoy your You Tube site very much. You and Steve's Small Engine repair are the best! Hope Ron gets well soon. Good luck! John, Indiana.

[@viclopez3365]

I wish you all a bunch of luck, I’ve learned so much from your extremely informative videos, not to mention the money you’ve saved me throughout the years. I will miss you

[@barryyoung3861]

You do such a great job of explaining and showing us how to repair, and most importantly to me, how things work! Will look forward to your future projects! I’m 79 Monday, but still healthy, so best of luck to your husband! You have a special wife- but you know it!

[@cgt6497]

I feel so sorry for your customers but I'm so glad to hear that you will still be making youtube videos!!! I have relied on you for advice to keep my lawnmower and yard equipment working. Thanks to you, I have saved hundreds in repairs and I really appreciate it! Love your channel and wishing you all the best in this transition!

[@johnspruit7296]

Wish both of you the best in this new year. Thanks for the lessons over the years . Look forward to learning mutch more from this chanel . Ontario Canada .

[@jessimoore5831]

Prayers for a quick healing for your husband's hip replacement and getting things organized and back to working ! ❤ the videos keep them coming they help me so much !!! Thanks for what you do !😊

[@jhazardiii]

A constant in life is change. I have been watching and learning for the last few years. I wish the best to you and your partner-husband. Take care of yourselves and thank you for promising to keep your amazing amazing content coming. You know, saving time, money and frustration....

[@etarheel1]

One of the best channels on KZbin. I’ve learned so much already! My prayers for you and your husband! My coworker recovered a lot faster than I thought he would with his hip replacement. I hope your husband is equally blessed!

[@adriancoolen7935]

Hi Bre. I have been watching from Canada for quite some time now, and have learned so much. The biggest lesson is not to be intimidated by daunting repair tasks. It is all very logical when explained in an entertaining video. Good luck with all of your plans with family and work. Cheers.

[@Arivmario]

Wish you the very best on your journey

[@fkhdad]

Dear Bre and Ron/Chickanic, prayer for a speedy recovery and minimal pain! So sad to see you close your shop, but it shall rise again. You are so good at what you do and how you present it! Keep up the great work. Fred in Dallas

[@nobbybrown8056]

Hi, just wanted to wish you and your hubby all the best, I hope everything goes well with the operation and can't wait to see your new video's in the future. As a retired mechanic I love watching you work, as I'm unable to now. So thank you for all your hard work to bring us these great video's. God bless.

[@brodybarnes1969]

You provide a very valuable service. Where we live in Olympia WA, there is one small engine repair shop and it has a two/three month lead time. So look forward to seeing y'all in the future. Thank you for the great videos.🙂🙂🙂

[@kennethrohde7234]

Was in the hospital recently, watched a ton of your videos.. Hope to watch more. Quick recovery for Ron.. God bless you both!

[@zmanvideo1]

Thank you for the update. Wishing you all the best in the future, and a speedy recovery for Ron in his hip replacement!!

[@fernandorodriguez-ox5df]

That's just sweet that you are sharing this info as to why . Greatly appreciate . Hope your husband gets better . Will pray for Ron .

[@edsargent6824]

I wanted to thank you! I watched your one video on not using can mixed gas on small engines one of my friends wanted me to fix his blower and after a couple days I remembered that video and got it running so thank you very much

[@dougkoudelka3089]

Having been through a THR, I can give you and Ron one piece of advice. Get the anterior approach. You are walking the same day. Faster healing and less restrictions. I was back to work in 3 weeks, light duty of course, but 2 months out and I was back out riding my Harley.. Just stay positive and it'll all work out.Good luck and God bless.

[@tjcrawford7910]

prayers to Ron for a speedy recovery! glad the channel is not surviving but THRIVING!!

[@timothyeggert6483]

I wish you and your husband all the best. As a new subscriber, I was afraid you would not be making anymore videos also. It is great for me that you plan to make even more. Your videos give easy to follow instructions on how to make repairs. I definitely need that. At 75 years of age I need to save money anywhere I can. Thank you so much.

[@user-um3rq9sg3k]

Thanks for all your help and advise, hope to see you back one day.

[@mikezupancic2182]

My first reaction was OMG how sad, but after watching the video I completely understand and know that you will come out much further ahead and in a far better position with your business and health.

[@redbearlake5767]

I'm sorry to hear about Ron not doing well physically. I hope the surgery goes well and the move is smooth. I'll look for new content as it comes. ❤

[@markweaver3352]

Bless you and your husband...the very best wishes and speedy recovery on the surgery ...hope the reorganization is easy.

[@rlrobian]

Best wishes for your husband and his new hip. Your channel has been a GOTO since my first viewing years ago. I feel for you going through the move and the setup your going to to experience. From looking at your inventory it looks like you may/could use a second warehouse just for completed or equipment in need of repair. Good luck to you, wishing you and your husband nothing but the best. Really looking forward to your future shows.

[@blakesmith3645]

As a local a few minutes down the road from your shop, I just found your KZbin a couple months ago. I wasn’t a very frequent customer, but a loyal one. It’s sad to see y’all go, but I can support here now and will definitely support if you open a new location. Good luck on your future ventures.

[@dennislarson4960]

I'm so sorry to hear that you are closing your shop, but so glad that you will continue offering videos about fixes and tips for DYIers. I have learned SO much from your videos. Do keep posting (once you get organized -- I can't imagine the chaos!). Blessings on your husband's medical procedures, and I look forward to whatever videos you can offer in the coming months.

[@Tifford1]

Thank you for all that you do! Prayers for your family.

[@BrianMiller4802]

Good luck in your future endeavors, and thanks for ALL the great advice and help. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@randallcorbello2857]

First of all, I hope your husband success with hip replacement. My prayers are with y’all and thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing these videos. I’ll be looking for y’all in the future may God bless ya’ll

[@ronrogers2539]

Love your lively videos! It was painful to see the empty parts shelves but hopefully you can get get it all sorted and accessible again soon. Best wishes to Ron for his recovery, enjoy your future, and keep those videos coming!

[@sheilajaimes47]

Praying for you and your husband for a speedy recovery. Love you ❤️. Praying blessings for your future ventures. Glad to know you are not gone. Y'all be Blessed.

[@roy.h.barrett]

Glad your here and will keep making great content. Hope Hubs heals quickly and you all get it back on!

[@klanglala7577]

You have helped me so much! I hope you’re husband gets better and better! Y’all are great! I wish y’all the best! Thanks

[@michaellavery4899]

Only found you recently (only started working on equipment recently) but you have left us with a wealth of knowledge and sounds like you plan to give more. All the best to you and your husband.❤

[@billdriesslein4157]

THANK YOU! I thank you, my Echos thank you, my cousin and his Stihls thanks you. You have helped us all sooooo much. Tell your hubby that the hip is no big deal. I was up walking on it the same day (with walker assist). He will be SO glad he got it done. I'll be watching for your vids here in little Blanco, Texas.

[@captjjamey]

Wishing y’all the very best. Sending prayers for a speedy recovery for your husband

[@GSCHAN-rw9bu]

I just found your channel recently, and I'm real glad you're going to continue creating content. So, I was a bit alarmed after reading the topic of this one. I wish you and your hubs the best, especially him with his surgery and recovery, and MANY MANY more years of doing what you love, and what your viewers have come to value.

[@dexewing1]

Sorry to hear about your husband's hip issues. All my best to him (and you as well, with helping him) on getting it fixed and hope he is back to 100% later. And hope to see you on Thursday at Expo! I'll be there for a few days.

[@busher69]

Congratulations on your decision to step away and take care of yourselves and look to the future. Good luck to your husband and his hip surgery. After the rehab, he'll be happy he went for it. Looking forward to watching where you take us from here. Best Wishes and hope to see you soon.

[@ChainsawGirl83]

Loved watching your video. It was like you were touring my own shop. It too was a house turned garage. When I say I grew up in this business, I really did. I lived in the house part of our shop until I was three. Great watching your videos. Good luck 🍀 from a fellow small engine mechanic