Customers 30 Year Old Trash Makes Me TONS of Money! Giving Purpose Back to Abandoned Machines.

[@Chickanic]

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[@douggrove762]

I live in Arkansas were are you located.

[@gracepeschel3894]

Your facial expressions once it started, ran and moved were priceless. That is why you are known as Chickanic. You are a chick that is a mechanic and not a parts changer. If it can be repaired, repair it. You don’t just change parts and hope that fixes the problem. You’re old school Bre! Great informative video.

[@Chickanic]

Aw! Thanks!

[@garymeador6750]

@@Chickanic Yes there are parts changers and then there are Mechanics - Chickanic !

[@malcolmboynton7652]

the only thing better than seeing a good old machine saved from the dump is seeing a lovely lady do it. thanks.

[@kevinsiggins623]

The concept of watching someone fix an old lawnmower sounds incredibly boring and yet I watched the whole thing and was entertained the entire time. Great job as always.

[@lasttrimestr49califos89]

Knowing how to fix small engines and lawnmower repair is a great side hustle. I love learning from your videos. I'm old and believe in fixing things as opposed to replacing them. ❤❤❤

[@general5104]

The effects of the great depression never wear off. My parents and grandparents had been thru it and raised me that if all else fails and it can't be fixed, take it apart and save all the hardware and good parts and scrap the busted stuff, if you. COULDN'T torch weld it back together with a wire coat-hanger

[@TaylorKnightMustang]

Omg i wish i was there! That looks like heaven!

[@rwoods6132]

As my wife of 41 years is fond of saying," It takes a little longer for old girls to warm up!".

[@vickieengland7947]

I am 50 miles north of Indianapolis and I’d love love watching your videos I am a 65-year-old female I love working on my mowers

[@BG-vq9fd]

I used to live in Tipton.

[@mmcadams1000]

I live in Muncie.

[@haneyoakie14]

I have family in Indy & Lafayette. ❤

[@Jay-ks2jv]

South bend here

[@berniemarkley]

​@BG-vq9fd I have nieces and a nephew in Frankton

[@berniestewart1738]

There’s a fine line between a hoarder and a repair shop.

[@robertthegrape2192]

That Craftsman tractor was well cared for. What a beauty!

[@bernard8282]

Bernie Mac I saying the best looking mechanic I've ever seen and smart . I'm a big fan retired and working in my own backyard . God bless you my dear... And I'm your biggest fan...❤ 🐝 BizzyBee 🐝

[@77gmcnut]

IT'S ALIVE! Congratulations on you success thus far.

[@josephschmidt369]

That Briggs engine was built in Milwaukee, WI. The Cylinder, Head, sump, and Crank were machined in Dept. 394. I was one of the Supervisors in that department we took much pride in machining those parts. I retired in 1997 they gave us older employees and offer we couldn't refuse.

[@Chickanic]

Too cool!

[@garny3766]

While machining heads and block, you should have mentioned to design team…”hey!, we need another head bolt between cylinder and pushrod passage”🤷‍♂️😆

[@JW...-oj5iw]

​@@Chickanic... Are your starter drives actually Bendix brand, or are you just going with the name?

[@JW...-oj5iw]

Waking up a dormant engine is a great feeling.

[@robertbland7661]

Its always cool to bring an old beast back to life.

[@Chickanic]

Truth!

[@ryanw1639]

I just got a 1992 Murray 40” cut for free. Just went through it. Now it runs,drives and mows. I try and sell my mowers and get a trade in so I can keep the process going.

[@donniegriffin5541]

You have saved me a lot of money and time. Keep it going

[@timidater4803]

I hope Ron got his hip done! Best thing I ever did even though it took some time heal. Keep rocking the videos!

[@Chickanic]

We get the MRI today! Thanks so much for asking! I can't wait for him to get some relief.

[@timidater4803]

Great! Ya it's no fun

[@mmcadams1000]

My wife had a hip replacement two years ago. She’s doing great, this is a life changer. Getting ready to make the last payment!

[@shoeshow1999]

It's always a pleasure to hear a start up after all the hard work. Good job Bre.

[@johnlomasney]

When not in use keep machines indoors i find that is one of the secrets to longevity 😊❤

[@gerry-p9x]

And clean deck. Then ray light coat nwd. 40😊😊

[@thepitpatrol]

There is absolutely no way she can do that

[@burlingtonbill1]

LOVE that classic "Briggs sound!"

[@derrasenmaher9730]

Many Troubles Daily as Taryl always says 😁 That Backfire scared the crap out of me I wasnt ready for that 😁

[@ronaldprovencher7570]

You are a small engine wizard!

[@renelescault1282]

Good job magic fingers. 👍

[@Gordon_L]

It is always a good idea to add a fuel shut off valve in the line between the filter and the fuel tank , it's insurance against fuel entering the sump and makes changing the filter easier .

[@markturner5996]

Agree, and replace the entire fuel line. .after 30 years the inner fuel hose starts to deteriorate and will clog your filter(you DO have a filter..??) Ask me how I know...😊

[@Gearoid35]

Nice to see old machinery given a second chance, build quality was better then

[@stevo3644]

I'm a long time mechanic and the best product for removing varnish and stubborn gunk from carburetors is genuine Subaru upper engine cleaner. I got lucky a few years ago and had a box of it given to me and I use it to de-carbon two & four stroke engine combustion chambers, carburetor cleaning and diesel engine inlet manifolds.

[@adamvoorhies6042]

For heavy varnish you can soak it in the gallon can of Berryman Chem-Dip. After soaking over night it will look brand new. It cleans jets and everything but it will destroy all rubber o-rings

[@tonygresham2634]

Wd-40 works great cleaning and soaking

[@davidwillis5016]

Thanks

[@JOEZEP54]

I did not have any doubt you would get this running without spending a $$$ for parts. Nice work. Any of my equipment under 25 yr is new for me. Had to stop buying and picking up non working units , my bone yard is full. I have a full summers work waiting for me. Stay well, Joe Z

[@Rusty_Shackleford_]

I totally get your comment on one thing after the other. My grandpa just bought this exact machine for $300. I’ve put new spindles, pulleys, fixed electrical issues…and things just keep going wrong.

[@RoyatAvalonFarms]

I have and love these shelving units. It's been several years since I bought them last, but the manufacturer had an option to buy additional shelves and retention clips to add more shelves per rolling unit.

[@Chickanic]

I'll have to check into that! Thanks!

[@PDLM1221]

I had one of these 30 yrs ago ran forever until my stepson used it as a hot rod ! He destroyed it . I did buy a new twin cylinder 20+ horsepower to replace it,mit also ran good until I sold the house and gave it away . Thanks for what you do!

[@rudolfmusic4403]

beautyfull video

[@ChristiannReitinger]

Omg. Soo many!

[@cookingwiththekidd2200]

Another great video Bre of turning "trash into treasure". Love it

[@Chickanic]

Thanks Darlin'!

[@RodrigoBisbal]

love it! I bought this exact same Craftsman as my first mower 30 years ago and it still runs like a beast now. I baby this thing. Thanks for the tips !!

[@Chickanic]

That is awesome!

[@tonywalters9436]

I have a 1999 craftsman with a 15.5 Kohler engine and it has been a great mower and it’s still mowing like she should the only thing I have replaced is the coil and two spark plugs that’s it and the 42” cut is still in working shape

[@fester1957]

You can use chem dip or you can use lacquer thinner for the varnish

[@andrew4403]

Damn that's a good looking 30-year-old lawn tractor. You're right it was garage kept guaranteed😊

[@gerry-p9x]

At least in a shed out of rain with periodic. Cleanups

[@gerry-p9x]

Buddy had 3 of these from late 80to mid 90s. One wood get week so he went out bought new one...durable😊😊

[@surf6009]

I miss my self propelled lawnboy. It was great for a big lawn. Now a much smaller lawn, I have a P brand, with a Honda engine. I keep up with the maintenance myself, and it starts great. However, it does the "pulse " . It goes faster, slower, I'll have to check out more of your videos to get the fix.

[@brokenwrench1]

thanks Bre i love this video.

[@davedennis5537]

I have a 22 years old craftsman with a kolher 16 hp command I bought from sears new it's still mowing

[@neverclevernorwitty7821]

I do this as a hobby too, but nowadays it seems like its increasingly harder to find good giveaways. Either too many have entered the hobby or people want ridiculous money for their non-running equipment. I've already learned the lesson to never pay for non-running equipment.

[@burtnelson1987]

Or you run into the guy that is convinced that it's worth new price even though it's been sitting in the same place for so long it has its own ecosystem. I know one guy that has a bad case of "SOMEDAY-ITIS". You know the type, "I'll get around to fix it someday." Some of his stuff has been sitting for twenty years or more.

[@wayneswonderarium]

No lowballs, I know what I got 😂

[@oldroscoe2590]

More satisfaction fixing and getting old stuff running than just buying a new one. Since of accomplishment?

[@andyroid5028]

since ≠ sense

[@oldroscoe2590]

Got it, thanks. @@andyroid5028

[@burtnelson1987]

It's always rewarding to get some of this old junk to function like it's supposed to again. It's even better when you can get it into the hands of someone that needs it but can't afford the new price.

[@redmondjp]

I ALWAYS install a fuel shutoff valve on these riders! I've helped out multiple neighbors who had the crankcase full of gasoline due to the needle/seat not completely sealing and that secondary anti-backfire fuel cutoff solenoid also not sealing perfectly.

[@Chickanic]

Yup! This one is definitely getting a shut off. As soon as I figure out where they are. lol

[@redmondjp]

@@ChickanicHaving moved a little over a year ago, after being in the same house and garage for 25 years, I can relate to this! I just had to order some headlight bulbs for one of my cars, because I can't find the box of 20 or so of them that I have in the new garage . . . somewhere.

[@andyroid5028]

@@Chickanic *_It doesn't make sense to me that manufacturers do not install fuel shut off valves on brand new gas-powered small engine equipment. I assume it's the same reason why cell phone manufacturers sell new phones w/out protective cases already included: money/added profit?_*

[@marcusrobinson3054]

It's the charge cards , have one at all big stores,

[@antcanam]

Enjoyed this video thanks Bre. It amazes me what people throw out. Repairing or breaking for parts is much better than landfill.

[@jimwhitworth2307]

Use chemtool carb cleaner to clear varnish off and out.

[@waynespears5664]

Bre thank you for the info and Good content.......................................................Fort Worth,Tx

[@douglasshaw9868]

My mother in law gave me a Craftsman LT1000 20 years ago and I still use it. I have replaced the spindles twice because I use it as a brush hog. That thing is built like a tank.

[@mikelemoine4267]

I have an old LT1000 too that the reverse gear won't engage. It's not in great shape from sitting but the deck is still like new. It's far stronger and thicker than the one on my newer Toro Z-Turn. I have been eyeing up how to modify the deck from the LT1000 to fit the Toro, as the deck on it is rotted out.

[@WreckDiver99]

I grew up with a toro mower that lasted over 30 years. The mower finally died in 1980. My parents bought a craftsman then. It died in 1996, from the deck rotting out. I bought a Toro Recycler in 1996 that will still start within 3 pulls. It isn't used often as I now have a tractor, but I keep it in running order.

[@ns4wsm]

Run the exact mower for years, still running when I gave it away! I wouldn’t have gotten rid of it, but it was not good on a hill. Almost turned it over a couple of times. Upgraded to a JD X730 54” deck with 54”hydraulic plow 😊

[@Corey-dy2cq]

Cars and coffee!

[@Paul.Douglas]

Even after many years in a business, it’s still a thrill when you get something working again! Just about every video of yours is a whole training course. Great stuff!

[@donjohnson3701]

My Homelite aluminum deck mulcher is going on 31 years this season! Good ol’ Briggs and Stratton engine. Just normal maintenance that I learned myself from taking small engine classes at the local high school. Always learning new tricks from watching Chickanic!

[@terryisom2587]

Really enjoy seeing machinery coming back to life.

[@thepitpatrol]

Mam, your excitement is contagious!

[@leethompson7290]

You did it, you brought it back to life. Awesome job.

[@jerryking9333]

Great videos. They are so helpful in making repairs. Any thouhgt about putting your shelving say 4 inches apart and securing wheels so you can pull entire shelf unit out like drawers. That way you can get extra space and still have access to parts.

[@michelbrodeur6055]

I have used acetone to deal with varnish. You should be able to purchase it at a hardware store in various quantities. I like how you get animated when it goes according to plan and Thanks for the videos

[@carlwhite6782]

Your enthusiasm is contagious! Good job!

[@beanolatte2682]

I love flipping mowers!

[@ericvonp]

Have one about same age. Runs good! Needed a head gasket

[@ronsilva516]

Well a fixed riding lawnmower ready for sale get all of fixed and sold cash for you new shop👍😎

[@charleswatson4380]

Love watching your reaction to the lawnmower coming to life.

[@richeyharris1408]

My brothers wife's brother owns Blevins tinker shop , I work on mowers now and then when I can , Kool videos

[@dave-uf8ir]

U go girl excellent I learned a ton thanx 😊

[@PaulThomas-qo9vy]

Hip Hip Hooray, runs better than ok! Congrats! Ready for part 2. Please show the spindle bearing replacement & inner bearing seals removal to receive grease from inside the housing (& grease zerk that you install). Love your expertise, & enthusiasm! Thanks for your show. Praying for Ron too.

[@skyepilotte11]

Excellent rebuild...running pretty darn good...satisfying.

[@stevedawson4781]

I love watching a carb rebuild with Chet Atkins playing!

[@markoconnor7082]

Keep on fixing the old good stuff!👍

[@billmonroe8826]

I "inherited" one just like this a few years ago. It acted very similar to yours after it started. Adjusted the valves and wa la it ran like a champ. After few other minor issues that got fixed I've been doing a lot of acres with it every year since. Never been a craftsman fan but this one has served it's purpose since about 2019.

[@SurferJoe46]

Wa la? Voila?

[@kaybakr-e4k]

Good job Girl! Surging = idle jet issues... Old Machines are much better than new fangled plastic junk!

[@4Truth4All]

Nice work Bree! I've got two vintage Craftsman mowers that still run like champs. Like all things, a little love shown and regular maintenance goes a long way.

[@normanengler8175]

You can order extra shelves for the Costco Shelve units.

[@classrockin]

Not really surprised it's got life left in it. Briggs motor, and anything I ever owned with the Craftsman name was always top notch.....especially 30 years ago. Great video, I've done lots of work on these small tractor/mowers, mostly John Deere and Jacobsen

[@douglasbasinger2513]

It is fun to see the happy dance when it runs. I do that when I get one going, usually a motorcycle, but the joy is the same. Thanks!

[@eTriumph0719]

In AR too. Getting muddy.

[@brianrhoton7928]

My husvarna done that surging,I put in new battery,and it fixed it....I was jumping it off for couple years and battery was good enough,but this season I jumped it with jump box and it started surging,I left box on it for few and I noticed it was doing little better,so I went and replaced battery with new one and bam,fixed it...

[@robertsmith7580]

Awesome video

[@ronniejudd6319]

I have this mower but mine is a 97 model. I've repaired it a few times, even replaced the deck pan 8 or 10 years ago because I liked it so much. Three years ago it survived a garage fire but not well and it is ugly to look at. I fixed it enough to mow my lawn and ran it another two years because I couldn't see spending two to three thousand dollars to replace it. It still runs but has issues leaking oil and the transmission is now failing. So I bought another Craftsman from a friend that is only 17 years old. Great machines.

[@RobsNeighbor]

I get TONS of small machines from our recycling center its unreal what others throw away.

[@tedd8055]

Way cool!!

[@bruced625]

Great job on the rider Bre! There is a method to your madness!👍

[@bustedknuckle3808]

back in the early 70s we had spray carb cleaner.... get it on you glasses it melted them.... it just hosed built up varnish off it did burn your hands

[@erickirklin2962]

You might want to get you some lacquer thinner to soak those parts in. Works good for me.

[@Maxid1]

This is the stuff that got me watching Steves small engine. He doesn't do much of this anymore.

[@general5104]

I used to go down the street a few houses and watch my best friend do what you do. He also did flyable model airplanes and helicopters and would teach people how to fly them. He was a retired Fire-fighter. You're much better looking! It brings back pleasant memories to watch you bring problem units back to life! Plus, you tell us what you're doing and why and the interesting history behind it.

[@stevepelino5986]

Another GREAT video. You really do make it look easy. Thank you!

[@beerdrinker6452]

Nice video.

[@Homesteading-A-Z]

Thanks!

[@Chickanic]

WOWZA!! Thank you!

[@paulbowers4511]

I just love watching you that you you know the excitement you get out of getting things done and all that you're very good and I watch all your your clicks on that but I want to make a comment that when you were that busy and you can't look around you're busier than a cat in the sandbox after eating a bar and slacks

[@chrisd.9513]

Great job. Love to see this old stuff come back to life. Thank you

[@robertchall8576]

Keep up the good work.

[@claycox6818]

Like Mikewater1958 said, putting the air filter on it could help the surging issue by restricting the air flow thus resulting in a richer mix. Another possible thing to look at would be the governor spring. If the mower is 30 years old, that spring may be a bit sprung. A new spring might give it the ability to even out the throttle. Keep up the great work! Love watching your videos!

[@garydillon3960]

Priceless. Great job Bree.

[@stevecrane4325]

Installing the air cleaner might help the surging.

[@philheese1728]

Hey, it’s 30 yrs old, but not over the hill yet. Great job.