A Full Day of Epic Troubleshooting and Repair at My Small Engine Shop!

[@Chickanic]

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[@DougVieyra]

I very much enjoy listening to, and watching, your witty and informative commentary on chainsaw repair, upkeep, and maintenance. As I have often heard said to me, I now say to you . . . . "I thank you for your service". I am sometimes surprised when I hear you remark about your amazement of some 'ancient' saws and equipment. As an 82 year-old 'hermit' who lives off-grid in the mountain wilderness of North-West California, I do not think of my equipment (which I bought new) as particularly 'old'. I still regularly mow with my Craftsman riding mower which I bought in 1985. I still log and do forest tree work with my Stihl 041, which I also bought new in 1972. Although it is getting used less and less, as it's heavy weight has become more of a stuggle to carry around as my creeping age has weaken my muscle strength. And too, the two ECHO 302 smaller saws, which have served me faithfully for 50 years (and which I love dearly) I am having difficulty in getting parts to keep them going. That has forced me to step into the 'modern world', as I have just now began a replacement program. Because my Stihl 041 has served me so well, I have just now purchase (used - CraigsList) a 251 Stihl and a 271 Stihl Chainsaw to replace my faithful Echo 302 saws. Because these new saws are much more 'finicky' to start (compared to my older saws) I have had the good fortune to stumble (via KZbin) onto your site. And of another woman in Ontario Canada. Like many things, it takes a 'good woman' to show a man how to do things. And for that, I am extremely thankful ! - With my best wishes and warm regards, Doug Vieyra, Eureka, California

[@TheWabbit]

That was a good video, sometimes it's nice just to sit back and watch a professional do their job.

[@Chickanic]

Thanks for watching!

[@michaelkorrek7856]

I agree.. i loved it too

[@michaelkorrek7856]

@@Chickaniccan you be contacted? I do repairs for friends basically but sometimes as now i just cant get o mower to run. Ty from greenwood sc

[@tbrand6542]

​It's an enjoying learning experience watching your videos! We've had a rural gas station- general repair garage since 76 & repaired the occasional good customer. Keep up the good learning videos.

[@tbrand6542]

I just made a possitive comment but botched one line( my 1st comment about a video) I meant to say thet we repaired occasionly lawn mowers & chain saws for some of our good customers. Again keep up the good work!

[@snakeboren4814]

She's got beauty and brains!!!

[@1951re]

I am 73 yrs old and enjoy your posts and learn something new everytime.

[@BudTheDrummer]

I owned a Simplicity Landlod 2012 42" Garden Tractor, a Ryobi riding mower, 3 Homelite Super 2 Chainsaws, 2 Poulan Wild Thing Chainsaws, a Husqvarna 55, a ROOF Chipper/Vacuum, Stihl straight shaft Trimmer, Murray 21" mower,Troy Bilt 24" two stage snow blower and a I absolutely loved repairing and maintaining my small engines! I would fix machines for others and rescue machines from the Landfills or junk picking as a hobby. The main reason I love watching you is for the variety and your expertise. I live vicariously through your videos as I am no longer able to be a Mechanic. We love you! Thank You!

[@smkymtnguy33]

Being retired, I always relieve some frustration watching someone work. Especially someone who works as hard as you! Now I'll take a nap.

[@robertwatford142]

It is known that if you want to keep an audience you must entertain, you do that well. Ans as an added bonus, you DO know your stuff!

[@kenbrown2808]

those DIY fixes remind me of Red Green; "If it's not broken, you're not trying."

[@kennethcarr2511]

Knowledge is priceless

[@rodneycichon5993]

Love your videos, I’m 80 years old and like putting around with my lawn equipment, keep s me and my mind occupied. Thanks your a great mechanic

[@oldscout80]

I thought I was the only 80 yr. old still liking this kind of stuff. I just cleaned out the tank, and carb, stuck in a new plug, air filter, and new gas on my son's 11.5 hp wood chipper. Started on the 2nd pull! You should have seen the smile on his face!!

[@bentleyrichardson4283]

THANKS FOR THE NO NONSENSE REPAIR INFO

[@GaryT1952]

One of your best Bre...please do this again...I learned more about troubleshooting in 20 minutes than a mornings worth of searching . It's all about eliminating the simple solutions first..thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@martinkuliza]

OK CONCEPT 2 - CONCEPTIALLY UNDERSTANDING HOW THE MACHINE WORKS When you learn, You learn from MACRO (Most general level ) to micro (Most specific level) Once you understand the concept of How to solve any problem You now pick an industry or situation in which to specifically apply those solutions. In this case SMALL ENGINE REPAIRS it's beneficial to know 1. How a combustion Engine Works 2. Pick a Machine that you like, whipper, blower, Hedger, lawnmower .. whatever... LEARN HOW IT WORKS Fundamentally.... these small engines are JUST ENGINES with a spinning drive line. and you can then (Theoretically) Attach what you want on the spinning drive line to have some functional work done The next step is to pick 1 Model - Download the Manual - RTFM (Read the Fucking manual) and absorb it (it was written for a reason) - if there is a SERVICE MANUAL.. Definitely download that - Obtain and Exploded diagram of the machine and see how everything connects - Obtain a complete parts list and learn what every part is responsible for doing. IN THE CASE OF A WHIPPER SNIPPER Here is what i would advise you to learn in this order..... TRY TO THINK LIKE AN ENGINEER HERE, OK (lets get a little technical ) 1. HOW DOES IT START it starts from the CONVERSION OF MANUAL MECHANICAL ENERGY (From your body, Your arm pulling on the starter cord) TO ELECTRICAL ENERGY. The purpose being.... Your Mechanical Energy (GENERATED BY THE FOOD THAT YOU EAT AND WATER THAT YOU DRINK.............SEE WHY THAT WAS IMPORTANT ??) Transfers into the Mechanical Mechanism (Which has an element of Leverage to it) that is supposed to Jump Start the engine 2. WHEN DOES IT IGNITE (Jump Start) and continue on it's own. This where learning how a combustion engine works, is helpful in troubleshooting. Learn about the necessary Mixture of Fuel, Air and a Spark. Learn about the magnet that sends the electricity to the spark plug and How Alternating current works and how electrical induction works, (this will help you understand the magneto and the coil) 2. WHAT KEEPS IT WORKING AND WHAT MAKES IT DIE OUT Again, learn how a combustion engine works and understand that after starting, Situations may change 3. CAN IT BREATH Without Air, the mixture becomes unbalanced and there is no explosion to turn the piston. this is the part where you question Air, Filter, Fuel Filter, Exhaust Filter, Any other filter, Understand what each of the filters filter. 4. Understand the importance of conductivity or lack of it and Removal of rust . Learn how to use an Angle Grinder with Wire brush to remove rust. 5. Understand the importance of Lubrication and where it is not helpful 6. UNDERSTAND... CLEAN IS BETTER so it's not about eliminating smallest problems first.. IT'S ABOUT FOLLOWING A LOGICAL WALK THROUGH OF HOW THE THINGS RUNS SO LIKE THIS... - Visual Examination first - Smell Examination - You know how to solve a problem - You've established the customer input and their priorites, it won't run... fix it. - Pull the chord. Does it start, How does it sound -- is it turning the crank shaft and in turn the clutch and in turn the head ? - Check simplest and quickest things first -- Does the primer bulb have fuel in it -- is the primer bulb broken or cracked -- Can you pump it and cause fuel to circulate through the Carburettor -- is the carburettor dirty -- check the Air filter for condition, is it clogged ,wet or clean -- check the fuel filter if possible -- check Exhaust filter if possible -- How much rust does the machine have on it - Next, Take out the spark plug, Examine it's condition -- Test the resistance on the spark plug is it RESISTIVE or NON RESISTIVE (Look at the manual) Resistive should have up to 10k Ohm Resistance Non Resistive should have less than 1 Ohm Resistance Using the wrong one will cause your motor to overheat or not start - Look into the cylinder, Pull the starter cord, does the piston go up and down. if No... you have a crank shaft issue if yes - Look at the clutch, does pulling the starter cord cause the clutch to spin (it should) - does pulling the start cord cause the head to spin (it shouldn't) if it does, Check the clutch and the drum / Bell Housing, Changes are one of them is rusted and or broken or really dirty SO BASICS..... does the drive line turn when starter cord is pulled does the spark plug fire off a spark is the carburretor feeding fuel into the engine correctly Are all the filters unclogged is the clutch and drum working correctly, Engaging and disengaging when they should. does the switch work, does the accelerator trigger work does the shaft spin does the head spin is there line in the head does it cut the grass Ultimately when you fix a problem IT SHOULD ACHIEVE THE GOAL FOR WHICH IT WAS DESIGNED FOR so you see, it's not about eliminating smallest problems first IT'S ABOUT... FOLLOW THE PATH OF MOVEMENT OF THE MACHINE as if you were a little person (Let's say , Ant Man) and you were walking through the steps of how it all works and inspecting it If you approach a problem like that, You will end up fixing it Because when you know HOW TO FIX ANY PROBLEM then you understand HOW A SPECIFIC MACHINE COMPLETELY WORKS You can then follow the path of operation of the machine to see where it stops working, You then identify the problem and fix the problem THAT'S MY ADVICE TO YOU Understand it Mechanically Understand it Electrically Understand it Fundamentally THEN UNDERSTAND THIS..... These things are Engineered to a price point, which is why ....... Most of them will work in a similar fashion to the others SOMETIMES THERE ARE JUST MINOR CHANGES THAT YOU NEED TO LEARN so there you go..... Move forward with that when you watch these videos YOUR'E WELCOME

[@chloeconniecarlton]

This has to be the record holder for the longest response to any YT,vidd...😮😮😮😮

[@larkinoo]

I'll say it again Chickanic............You is awesome !!!

[@Chickanic]

Aw! Thanks Doug!

[@throttlebottle5906]

14:16 foot on the front bar, hand on the handle and throttle it slightly, yank like a rocket taking flight! typical power equipment.

[@Raptors_Talon]

You consistently inspire me to keep fixing my own machines. As frustrating as it can be at times I do enjoy working on them. To make something non-working work again is a rush and a large sense of accomplishment. Keep up with the great videos. Thank you.

[@davidjamison6598]

First time viewing you. YOU KNOW YOUR STUFF GIRL. WILL BE WATCHING AS MUCH AS I CAN

[@peterevosirch7047]

i wish your shop was close to me.

[@firemedicjm911]

Watching these videos, It is not difficult to repair these small engines but the lack of attention to detail on the DIY repairs is astonishing...lol! It just takes a little extra attention. Then again, people fixing their own stuff and not paying attention does keep you in business.. :P

[@inthedogghouse86]

There is something so therapeutic about watching things get fixed.

[@kbjerke]

I'm addicted to Chickanic videos!! The only downside is that I'm supposed to be doing yardwork, not watching my favourite mechanic work miracles. LOL 😍

[@davidduma7615]

@@richardrandall1852 mmmm, Taryl's act can be hard to take sometimes.

[@davea5150]

Nice headlights 😄

[@trcass1]

great segment. your repair abilities absolutely amaze me.

[@Rotorhead1651]

Why? What's so amazing about a thoroughly competent mechanic?

[@trainguy55-f6q]

@@Rotorhead1651 They are so rare!

[@DoItYourselfDIYAtHome]

Thank you. There was many great tips on this video, saving time and money.

[@georgemartinezjr]

My Father use to say when it came to doing alot of stuff. Do the easiest or Most important First

[@georgemartinezjr]

Keep swimming Chika

[@jenbrushwood8872]

On the side of the chopsaw on one side of the handle there is a compression release

[@DavidStober-t1v]

It’s 8-1-24 are you still out there helping people? Really like your what you’re doing, Thank you so very much for helping people out there ❤️

[@wegmandan]

I remember the day we used to set the coil with a matchbook cover and now there's no matchbook. But I like your idea with a business card

[@dandydonslife9869]

Definitely enjoyed watching, learned some great stuff. Thanks.

[@jaypreddy8185]

A bit of advice from a aging man, I’ve spent my whole life setting things on the ground and working on them. Trust me, you need a solid table to set your equipment on while starting and adjusting on them! It will save your joints. Trust me on this! 😊

[@cwcole]

This video and channel HAS saved me a lot of time, money and frustration. Well, I still get frustrated, but that's something I need to work on a personal level 🙂

[@joelmollenkopf3767]

Excellent

[@caveweta]

Love watching you diagnose the self help repairs gone wrong.

[@waynespears5664]

Enjoy all your content Bre .Thanks for sharing what you know with the rest of us,Its very Helpful......................................Fort Worth,Tx

[@patorilim266]

Your Amazing! I like how you pay attention to the little details that make the world of difference! 👍😎

[@terryholloway9930]

I did enjoyed watching the hardest working woman on KZbin thanks

[@Chickanic]

Aw! Thanks Terry!

[@pauldillinger2286]

I love what you do. I used to work on those things and i miss it. You are a very beautiful Chickanic. Cant wait to see more.

[@deanwilliam459]

a mundane video to u gave me 20 minutes of enjoyment. love the commentry.

[@NPC2_4_U]

11:38 you're a genius!

[@qfdforme]

Thanks. Fun video. A day in the life of the chickcanic!

[@qfdforme]

@MrsChickanic Keep up the good work.

[@qfdforme]

Still working on using it.

[@davetackett8126]

Always a pleasure learning from someone who has "seen it before" and does not waste time going thru the troubleshooting process from the very beginning on each machine. THANKS!!

[@Rolog21]

Yep. It was cool to come along for the ride. Thanks.

[@grahamcooper3399]

If I ever have the privilege of stopping in for a visit, I'll bring the coffee :) Love the videos! I've learned a LOT!

[@stevepelino5986]

You make all this look so easy….We know it isn’t. Thank you for your videos!!! Malto Bene!!!!

[@jayrose9463]

Not a guy or girl thing It's a channel thing You explain stuff with equal depth and knowledge I'm a fool with small engines compared to you Great work

[@lqqkout7987]

Thanks for sharing and spending time for editing this video👍💪

[@dajonczy427]

Another fine quality video by Bre at Chicanic. 😊😊😊

[@donaldpereira2652]

After a few years, IT started doing exactly the same thing. I removed the muffler and started it, and it ran perfectly. I cleaned the muffler, and it runs perfectly perfectly to this day. Wife is happy.

[@lisamcqueen8509]

You do have gas and oil in your veins! Look at the coffee she drinks! Have a great day and weekend, Chicki! Steve

[@chainsaw76d]

You are one of the best teachers on You Tube.

[@da8149]

You go the extra yards for the customer, no quitting when it gets gnarly.

[@oldcarjunky]

l work the tool repair shop for a utility company and this covered all our abused tools but the honda sump pump, very cool and good to know info thanks

[@justinjeannette8082]

I just learned how to diagnose a small engine concern in 20 minutes. Thank you ma'am

[@tomcoughlin4914]

I learned a lot. Great video! Good job!

[@billdwyer7897]

Had a couple echo trimmers that lost power , saw Your video about the screens , Yup all plugged up , left them on the bench and went back out to work . No Forest Fire danger in the yards . 😎👍🍺🇺🇸

[@markimperial40]

I'm checking my exhaust screen today 💥👍🏼👊🏼✌🏼

[@haneyoakie14]

Cool! I would have reasoned (incorrectly) that the return line would be the smaller line because of thinking that there is less to return because it is using some of it.

[@michaeldixon908]

I learn every time I watch your videos. Thanks for posting such informative content.

[@kaitimeinqld8879]

Awesome watched this first time subscribed straight away, I’m a plumber but a terrible wannabe mechanic. Love your work.

[@paulprigge1209]

It is awesome to see you grill so much with subscribers. I think you only had 80,000 only when I started watching. Your success has been shared with many people h You have learned so much

[@MrRebar15]

*Chickanic* Bravo well done, thank-you for taking the time to bring us along. GOD Bless.

[@jefffch]

Dang lady you're good!👍

[@seanseanseanseansean]

This was most educational. I'm INTO this series now, a new subscriber. Please do another "full day" soon.

[@BobSmith-eq9vs]

Fun to watch. I’m not surprised to see sometimes the problem is the last thing the customer tried to assemble.

[@OB1974]

I actually learned a few tips today. Excellent video.

[@fireballxl-5748]

Chickanic, gotta tell ya I really, really enjoyed this video. Gave a thumbs up of course. I find your videos very interesting and you have a very pleasant voice and demeanor and love your attitude. If you would, please make more videos like this. I'm an old man in Pennsylvania and can't do much yard work any more but I do enjoy learning from your videos. Thanks again. BTW, off topic but I sincerely hope you're born again as you would be a delight to have as a friend in heaven. God bless you dear.

[@gcampbell83]

You definitely saved time and frustration showing mistakes folks have made and how to avoid/correct them. 1st thing that I have learned from Bre is always check the gas first before doing anything!

[@chrisbrown7362]

"Ain't got no gas in it." -Karl Childers

[@ramboharrisons1917]

Bre that was great and relaxing and helped get rid of stress and frustration anyway

[@jerryreed4127]

I love watching your video's, it's every man's dream to have a woman who can fix things an isn't afraid of getting her hands dirty, so keep doing what your doing, an I'll keep watching you do it.

[@edhammond8709]

Love watching and learning

[@jasonyoung804]

I Absolutely Love Watching Your KZbin Channel I Am A Small Engine Mechanic Myself And Because Of You Have Bought Some Of The Same Tools You Use I Am In The Process Of Build My Collection Of Tools I Need To Help Me Do The Job Right The First Time I Am Learning Alot

[@liftrucs]

Brilliant and you'll always learn something by watching how someone else does it. Well done

[@mitchelloates9406]

Had my own learning experience yesterday. Had to replace the fuel tank vent line on my 6 year old Troy-Bilt (aka Craftsman aka MTD) TB 30 R riding mower. Lesson One - I learned that I had to disassemble nearly half the mower, just to get to where the vent line attached to the top of the fuel tank. Lesson Two - I learned that grass clippings, dust, dirt, and pollen get EVERYWHERE in and on that beast. I had to spend more time with a bucket of water and a rag, cleaning off all the crud that had accumulated on the fuel tank and other hidden areas, and got baked into a hard film over the years, than actually replacing the vent line and reassembling the mower.

[@thomassorrow2582]

What a whole day in 20 minutes😂 I picked up a used alternator for a co-worker at a place. He asked how long would it take him. I said 5 minutes? I told him yea, the guy on KZbin did it in 5 minutes😂 You do good work Bre

[@Evaluateandrepair]

You are a master at you craft. 👍🏻👍🏻🤜🏻

[@Pure_KodiakWILD_Power]

These "day in the shop" vlogs are cool. Always good to see you.

[@Chickanic]

Thanks Darlin'!

[@WVFAN1958]

Wow…thanks for sharing your day.

[@jimgraham4673]

Really enjoyed this episode. very informative especially the clogged screen on the weed eater. I think that may be my problem. I know, loaded remark.

[@brittweir8844]

Awesome video. Great job, young lady.👍💪

[@michaelmartt8899]

Thanks for another great video

[@paul.tuttle]

Thank you for letting us being part of an ordinary day at your shop - you are a true professional !!! It really is a pity that you're not round the corner - or vice versa, me not living in Ark ...

[@alandust2188]

You should do more of these.....it was GREAT!

[@dalekundtz760]

Thank you for making the videos. You walk us through the steps so that even us dummies can understand and save us frustration. I have learned much from your videos.

[@paulprigge1209]

Thank you! Happy Father’s Day to your husband if that’s appropriate.

[@michaelbaumgardner2530]

Eliminate suspects,it works for electricians as well...Cool Video.

[@Michael_Midget1808]

I’ve said it before, I’m in love with your skills and I love to see a lady not afraid to get her hands dirty ❤️

[@jeffbotkin1405]

After watching this think I might reconsider being a small engine mechanic. Thanks

[@tnrodgers]

Plenty of self inflicted repairs. I learned years ago to ask about recent repairs related to the complaint. Great work, be careful with your back, and….that coffee!

[@davidcarr286]

You my dear are a wizard. Thanks.

[@bay9876]

Lots of logical head scratching conclusions and fixes. Never know what you get until you open it up. Thanks for taking us along.

[@silversurfer100]

I very much enjoy your videos as your delivery is straight up and the work done is correct and professional. Most refreshing is your honest assessment of how and why so many tools experience preventable problems. Keep.doing what you're doing, and thanks.

[@BlueCollarBachelor]

Throw some Taryl Putty on that chop saw cover and it'll be good ;)

[@Billlupton]

As a follower I think what I admire most is your honesty and integrity , I get some great hints from watching all the way across the Atlantic , Best regards

[@fair2middlin]

I'm sure Mick is watching too

[@MyDogRunner]

OMG - I could watch videos like this all day! So interesting!! Thanks for sharing.

[@danpags7023]

So funny, I received a broken weed eater hedgetrimmer this Saturday 🤣👍 It has a pull start issue and hasn't been running for years. It should be fun to work on. Love your day in the shop videos. 👍👍

[@bladerider544]

Chickanic rocks 😊

[@lynnlutjen261]

Enjoyed every second! Thanks❤

[@LukeWarmwater-yb5lx]

Good Video, very helpful, Thanks.

[@CareyYork-r6n]

Long time subscriber on a different account - had a stroke and enjoying watching your videos while I recover.

[@henryparrott2447]

Love all your show.. videos VERY helpful...May God bless.

[@sonnyblazer5504]

I really enjoyed that - like a BUFFET! Little of this, little of that! THANKS!!!

[@robertdancho9671]

Good good good.

[@throttlebottle5906]

7:50 clogged exhaust spark arrestor, maybe more carbon clogging. *ethanol and loafing it along* pin it wide open and raise heck(lol) more than not and that wont happen, unless the wrong oil is used(junk fuel) cough cough corn fuel....