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.

[@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.

[@garykohlbeck7283]

I wish I knew half as much as you know about small engines. I have learned so much from you and I'm 70 years old. Great job!!

[@rwoods6132]

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

[@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 !

[@berniestewart1738]

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

[@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

[@Homesteading-A-Z]

Thanks!

[@Chickanic]

WOWZA!! Thank you!

[@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

[@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.

[@malcolmboynton7652]

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

[@fludrbywest3886]

This fella kept this in a garage!!

[@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

[@robertthegrape2192]

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

[@jeffbecker9809]

That blooper was awsome.

[@Gearoid35]

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

[@robertbland7661]

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

[@Chickanic]

Truth!

[@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😊😊

[@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.

[@burlingtonbill1]

LOVE that classic "Briggs sound!"

[@dougsammons2228]

And my neighbors think my six mowers are too many,,, until they need my help.

[@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?_*

[@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!

[@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.

[@renelescault1282]

Good job magic fingers. 👍

[@rudolfmusic4403]

beautyfull video

[@JerryRamirez-h6i]

Am retired an trying to learn something new, just watching you get excited fixin makes me smile.

[@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.

[@jimsvo4486]

I too just got a free Murray from my 94 year old neighbor. It is a 1998 Widebody 18.5HP Briggs opposed twin. It is a 46" 3 blade deck, but the deck really needs some welding but I got it working with large washers/bolts and a few metal plates. I remember the day he brought it home from Home Depot in 1998.

[@TaylorKnightMustang]

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

[@cookingwiththekidd2200]

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

[@Chickanic]

Thanks Darlin'!

[@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...😊

[@derrasenmaher9730]

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

[@owenparkerjr.6588]

This lady can fix anything but the break of day and a broken heart. And that's the truth.

[@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!

[@Corey-dy2cq]

Cars and coffee!

[@Digidoc316]

For a 30 year old, she sounds great!

[@brokenwrench1]

thanks Bre i love this video.

[@beanolatte2682]

I love flipping mowers!

[@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.

[@robertchall8576]

Keep up the good work.

[@zippymcfearson2776]

Nairlee dropped me beer ITS WORKIN WHEN THE NIPPLES COME ALL THE WAY OUT damn straight it is

[@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!

[@ronaldprovencher7570]

You are a small engine wizard!

[@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.

[@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.

[@dave-uf8ir]

U go girl excellent I learned a ton thanx 😊

[@donniegriffin5541]

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

[@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.

[@fester1957]

I enjoy taking something old and making it do again

[@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

[@Toonseskat]

Soak in lacquer thinner, cuts the varnish off.

[@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

[@goldblueberries326]

My dad gave me a old craftsman riding mower. It was 30 years old. It mowed better that the newer mowers did.

[@randyphillips1275]

Enjoyed your video

[@charleseddy9903]

I'll say it again YOU ARE AMAZING!

[@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

[@ChristiannReitinger]

Omg. Soo many!

[@The_Grumpy_Ol_Redneck]

I have had brand new mowers hunt like that At the store!

[@Chickanic]

Right!

[@jackalopasaurus]

Love to see the trash to treasure videos. You have tons of content under that tarp. More of these videos please.

[@Michael_Midget1808]

You’re awesome

[@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

[@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!

[@hettro-cv6082]

You are a small engine wizard! Great video!

[@bruced625]

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

[@shoeshow1999]

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

[@erickirklin2962]

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

[@BG-vq9fd]

Excellent

[@StevenEverett7]

Having it start is a great feeling isn't it!

[@bullnibler]

cool beans Bre

[@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!

[@nicklutz61]

This was a great video! I have, as a homeowner, worked on a few of these riders and pretty much ran into the same issues. I wish I had videos like these to save me time, money, and frustration (TMF). A heartfelt thanks to Chickanic for spending the time and effort to put out these awesome videos.

[@ronevans852]

Good job.

[@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.

[@toddallard7133]

Another good video

[@chriscarlson3557]

I LOVE HER!!

[@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!

[@GaryB94558]

I used to dabble in repairing walk behinds and a few riders. I had a friend who had a landscaping business and I worked on quite few pieces of his equipment. If I lived closer, I would offer to come and help you catch up during the slow period. I'm retired, don't need money I'd help out fir coffee and conversation now and then. Hope all goes well with your new shop and business Take care

[@tedd8055]

Way cool!!

[@mr.courtney5703]

This is what I’m here for. 👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@thepitpatrol]

Mam, your excitement is contagious!

[@liljoeii6091]

Awesome video thank you for the video

[@mikemontgomery4378]

Nice video thanks for sharing

[@markoconnor7082]

Keep on fixing the old good stuff!👍

[@philheese1728]

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

[@beerdrinker6452]

Nice video.

[@fanplant]

There was a time in my life that a 30yo engine would have points. Time flies

[@markwray3905]

Saved another one 😊

[@dennislaws5187]

That carb is one I would stick on the shelf for a later day, and get one off one of the other engines in the woods out back.

[@daveross7]

Can't wait for part two.

[@kaybakr-e4k]

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

[@wesleypulkka7447]

Chickanic, nice revival! Elbow grease beats the parts cannon every time! Congrats!

[@chrisd.9513]

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

[@disturbedmaynard3873]

I have a snowblower I bought in Jan. of 1997 and this is the first winter that I haven't started it yet. Last spring, I prepped it for storage, and usually in November, I grease and oil it, make sure the oil is full, gas it up and at least make sure it runs. But no real snow yet this season, and what we had just melted, so I didn't even bother with it yet. It is looking like it may sit there in storage mode until November, unless we get dumped on before mid April. Nice to see another near 30 year old engine come to life.

[@jameslovitt994]

I miss my '95ish Craftsman lawn tractor, thing was a beast. Wife couldn't handle it, bought her a new Cub Cadet in 2013, sold the Craftsman.

[@roncj6937]

"Chickanic I do love your Videos i lean a little each time i watch your Videos but we lean from one another to and I'm always on the lookout to see if the Chickanic makes a mistake and to say it nicely you are good but I'm waiting for it glad to see you excited i get that to when something go's right for me feel your experiences. ps And most if not all love the Chickanic ♡ 🇦🇺

[@mcarroll598]

When I was in Highschool in the mid 90’s, I worked in a small engine shop. Looking back at all that equipment that we would work on, the quality in a lot of it was great compared to the junk they make now.

[@chetSeminole]

I have a set of guitar strings. Keep them in my car. Even when I travel and wind up helping friends and relatives, I have wire for small orifices. It's a great tool for small engines!

[@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.

[@seriksson9721]

Carburetor cleaning is patient work, it is not so easy, but fun when it is successful. Nice movie.