SAVE TONS OF MONEY With This $20 TOOL! A Day Of Diagnosing, Fixing and Fails at my Small Engine Shop

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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 saw 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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Although very informative, these videos are for entertainment purposes. Please use all possible safety precautions when repairing and operating your small engine equipment.

[@Chickanic]

Thanks for watching Ya'll! Find all my Favorite Tools HERE!! www.amazon.com/shop/chickanic?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_aipsfchickanic_EWM2K7R2TG3EP9TWZKZV

[@fredx6678]

Thank you so much. Before even watching I clicked the link, and immediately recognized the technology from another channel. I have a crazy assortment of 18v Ryobi due to special pricing (buy 2 4ah batteries for $99 and get something like a grease gun for free) at Home Depot online. Quick searched "Cordless Plastic Welder Ryobi" and one popped up with a limited time sale for only $19.49. Nothing else like that was anywhere near that price and it says 1-3 seconds to heat at 85 watts. Scooped it up then watched your informative, customer friendly video which I enjoyed very much. BTW: you are not kidding about pull starter assemblies on mower engines. I was a motorcycle tech years ago, and a neighbor dumped a new condition rear drive Toro recycler with bag that had a broken pull starter. After taking home from the curb, only needed a clean air filter until the owner made it worse. One China clone pull starter for Briggs GTS motor, air filter, oil, and plug. Plus some cleaning on the drive gear to keep it from dragging and I have the latest model $400.00 homeowner grade mower in new condition. That and a better than new $1 discount priced belt and a crazy $14 price on eBay for the OEM 133-8182 Atomic blade and it really is like new. The truth is I walk the neighborhood for exercise at night and haven't bought a mower or Ice Chest in well over 25 years. Hard to beat free $140.00 ice chests that only need a $5.00 hinge set and/or drain plug. Scrub them with cleanser and a pad and they clean up like new before coming in the front door.

[@donduck6621]

can you do a hydro gear 310-0750 that has lost reverse?? tnx

[@mikeherpel6308]

What are your thoughts on removing the ethanol from gasoline, that is shown on youtube, for use in small engines

[@Trenten.Fieldstad]

Funny I first saw this tool in a video by Mustie 1... my first project would be the infamous JD hood... ran into the light post...

[@paulguilmette1435]

I already know at least 10 things I can think of to use this on.

[@johnreiter4889]

Tip for plastic welding, you can use zip ties as welding rods if you need to add plastic if there’s a missing piece and they’re available in almost any color to be able to match your work piece. Hope this helps somebody.

[@johnanthony2545]

Zip ties work some times. Different plastics often don’t bond well. They do work well if the same or similar plastic. I’ve peeled them off after , no bond. Taking plastic from a inconspicuous place for repair to have same material works well if possible.

[@ghiagoo]

I pick up the pieces of broken plastic car parts from the side of the road . Free source of different types of plastic for.repairs

[@johnfowler6600]

Another good source stop at local grocery store and ask them for bucket pickles come in, heavy enough material for most repairs price is right free & helps recycle something normally getting thrown out.

[@ronaldbeatty9423]

Hi I need your what is a good weed eater.? Thank you

[@user-cg1ki9gt4p]

when i was 14 i went and stayed with my uncle for a summer. he had hall contract cutters. out of a small town in oregon. i was the sharpening machine 5 saws every day. but there was one perk. i had to go get all the supplies. i got to drive a 4 door power wagon. what a beast. yea i need a pillow to drive it. the good old days. i'm 67 now.

[@williamswindle5445]

That's a cool memory!

[@MikeR65]

Those power wagons were the ultimate!!

[@WeThePeople-bv9qq]

RESPECT! I don't like to say "I hate growing up in this generation" Even tho it's not really a lie 🤥 I wish I were born about a hundred years sooner. I was born in 94. Born and raised in the country! But life got hectic and I've been in the city ever since... And I simply can't afford to get out! One day I will!

[@rp1645]

"O" yes I remember those power wagons. In highschool in the mid 1970s another classmate had his Dad's and drove it to school. It was so overwhelming sitting next to the other cars. The local Sewer department had a 1-1/4 weapons carrier With a big A- frame on the front bumper. They used it to raise the big heavy MANHOLE risers and top plate. The sewer department employees treated that beast like a custom restoration vehicle. They had it up to the mid 2000 believe 😊 it's one of those vehicles like the power wagon that you wanted to keep. My friend's dad had an auto restoration shop at his home. He fully restored a WW-2 jeep, with STAR on the hood. He switched out the ignition for KEY start to make it more anti thief. He pulled it behind his ( GMC) motor home ( remember those) I did NOT buy his Jeep when he wanted to sell her ($3000) man I should have 😊 The guy retired from being local fire Chief in his FF days him and his guys most very gifted vehicle repair guys back then He had got a 100 foot American La France that had been surplus as totalled when it was delivered on a rail car and came off rail car, for Tacoma FD. He replacing the cab with a standard open cab ( standard meaning) there were cabs in fire service that were ginaric type cabs All the rear tiller part of the ladder was not damaged with minimal restoration work needed. He put in a 8V-71 Detroit Diesel with a 10 speed shifter ( Auto) like mining dumps had. This retired FD Chief was a master at restoration. He passed away in that ( GMC) motor home doing what he loved, up in high mountains on a yearly elk hunting camp. He died in his sleep. He had a previous stroke so we all knew it was coming. The Funeral put his coffin on top of his restoration ladder rig, for a funeral drive to the grave site.

[@donutdan1508]

​@@WeThePeople-bv9qqI have a very similar story. But I made it out. I'm sitting in a hunting shack right now waiting for my spring turkey to pass by. Here's hoping your time to bug out is soon my friend. ✌️🤠🍩

[@briand2614]

My wife keeps badgering my to take the wheelbarrow to the dump, but I resist. Now I have a good reason to keep it!!

[@JeffWok]

I seriously don't know why this channel doesn't have a Million subs. Freakin excellent again

[@Chickanic]

Working on it! Thanks for the comment!

[@fshalor738]

Probably because its been stealth/nerfed. I've been subscribed with notifications on for something like 2 years and haven't seen a single video show up on feed since last October.

[@Chrispy_540]

Could not agree more! To the original comment. Luckily I get notified of every vid. But I have settings set that way.

[@nstooge]

I’m over 60 years old. When I grow up, I want to know as much as you do…thank you, N

[@jeffhiggins4505]

You don't see many mechanics with this kind of ethics. It's great that you thought of his pocket before yours

[@kirkmaiden2705]

You are the most intelligent and most beautiful mechanic in the whole wide world.. ❤😂

[@Chickanic]

Aw! Thanks!

[@Hotdaddy536]

​@@Chickanic he's right ..so much better looking than Taryl Dactal..lol..❤❤

[@REVNUMANEWBERN]

@@Chickanic YES beautiful, and you keep us abreast of everything ! Thanks

[@user-nd8le9px4g]

@@Hotdaddy536 You have to kidding right?!?!? 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@joeschlepp]

I've been using paper clips or some thin gauge steel wire and bend it to the shape and length needed and melt with a soldering iron.seems to work pretty good for a jury rigged set up for plastic repairs.

[@pauladams3789]

As the local neighborhood, small engine repair guy, I Always pickup good valuable information from you. Thank you for your videos.

[@Frosty3055]

Thank you for our service, just so helpful.

[@BudTheDrummer]

My first saw was a 16" Homelite Super2. It cost me $129 in 1980. I cut a big old oak tree down. It twisted. I put down the saw and ran. It landed on the saw, smashing it. The Local True Value Hdwe store was the Repair center so I gave it over and told the Tech to repair it. The cost was $115. I had given full permission without ever getting an estimate. The case was that much and he swapped it out for free, not having the heart to charge me for labor. From that moment on I became a small engine repairman as wee as a vehicle Mechanic 10 years earlier. Today I learn things from your channel every time I see it! That's why I subscribed and became a Member!

[@robertheinkel6225]

My dad was a tightwad. He bought a new chainsaw, and on the first tree he cut down, the wind changed, the tree pinched the saw dwhen it shifted. Dad abandoned the saw for safety. The tree shifted again, spitting out the saw, then shifted again, breaking off, and landing on the saw, demolishing it. He saved the bar only.

[@darrenwilson7688]

Cut my knee open on a Super 2 ouch.

[@LupusMechanicus]

I fucking hate boomers so much. Never had the luxury of taking my shit to someone else never could afford it.

[@alexlacroix9515]

My dad bought a super2 in 1979 which is the year my parents produced me. I grew up in Maine so buy the time I was 12 that saw was attached to me October through December cutting firewood. Fortunately that saw is on my work bench waiting for me to order the correct carbitraitor kit. It has been tricky hunting down the correct kit because the carbitraitor says Homelite on it. I believe it is a Tillitson or a Walboro I can’t remember thank the deed lord I wrote it down somewhere.

[@ralph5450]

​@@darrenwilson7688me too. Now I always wear chaps.😊👍

[@lyndaniel3369]

So much admiration for your talent. Bless the person who taught you how to fix things, but it's obvious you really have an awesome talent.

[@richardpisarski3151]

You’re like a genius only smarter. 😂 Thanks for the tip on the plastic welding kit.

[@chriswedgworth]

My better half wants to give you a huge thanks for the tip about caster oil Doctors didn’t help with steroids at all but this is helping with her skin issues 🙏

[@Chickanic]

This comment makes me so happy!

[@psynurse]

Dr Berg.....

[@philbenton5679]

You are brilliant! A real beauty too. Tell your husband he's a lucky man and that a 74 year old man said that! I've learned so many useful things about hi lo tuning, sharpening chain saws, bad fuel issues, John Deere deck maintenance,...so much more. You are truly a great resource on this planet for those of us who struggle with these machines. I don't know how you learned all this but I bet I speak for a bunch of folks who are glad for your willingness to share your insights. Keep up the great, meaningful work that you do.

[@philbenton5679]

Ps I just ordered one of these plastic welders from Amazon! Thanks so much!

[@SirAlford]

Binge watching this channel!

[@1notgilty]

At 20:20 the running joke about John Deere riding mower hoods is: "John Deere hoods are made out of green potato chips and egg shells.” That's why they are so fragile and break all the time. For the sky-high price they should do better. Kayaks and composite canoes smash into rocks all the time and don't break.

[@EricRanalli]

Still watching even though all my equipment is running...weird! Great job!

[@laurakilmer8652]

You impress me every time. Lady you are THE GIRL

[@kirkmaiden2705]

The Queen mechanic... Often imitated... but never duplicated.. ❤ Extremely beautiful woman if I say so myself 😎

[@scottyellis3442]

Thanks for the sharing the plastic welder & Bald eagle. I have a John Deere X533 with a broke hood, (& it drives me nuts)so 1st I'm ordering a plastic relder & 2nd I'm going over to Bald Eagle's channel.

[@fartsackjack7081]

ur THE BOMB GIRL.......lookin out them customers ~~~~ good on ya

[@no.3gardenoffeedin950]

I bought one of those plastic welders to repair our wheeliebin after the bin lorry guys broke it while emptying it. Absolutely brilliant bit of kit, cant wait till something else breaks so I can fix it 😂😂

[@nopenope134]

That plastic welder is pretty cool! I've never seen anything like that!

[@ohiowalnut]

Slaps that spark plug wrench like she knows what she's doing!

[@OwenDuffy]

Re the plastic stapler, look for staples that are notched at the end of the 'legs' so you can just bend them back and forth a couple of times and they will break off below the surface of the plastic. No more sharp projections to deal with... if you do it right! There you go, title for a new video "If you are using cutters on your plastic staples, you are doing it wrong."

[@lorenray9479]

Love your welder!

[@ZONIAN955]

You are just a treasure, and a lucky youtube find. The battery pack for your energy must be nuclear.

[@baldeagle242]

You’re awesome Bre! Thank you for the shoutout! I’ve already picked up quite a few views and subscribers from this mention. THANK YOU! 20:20

[@Chickanic]

Awesome! Well you really did work magic on that hood! LOL

[@BE242_CH2]

@@ChickanicI sincerely appreciate the kind words. I’ve added an updated video since the one you mentioned where I had to take two broken hoods to make one good one. I have fun with this stuff. 😁👍 How to Restore A Cracked John Deere Hood Like a Pro! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfMg4mimryGoLs

[@arthurrodesiler3109]

Tip twist the clip when you let off the trigger with the gun makes the staple hold better. Lets the plastic melt a little more into the clip hole.

[@pauld5737]

You’re one sharp lady. Enjoy your videos.

[@ohiofarmer5918]

I have the EVL version of that saw. All magnesium. What a beast. The paint looks like new thirty years later. My Stihl quick cut got slightly run over and it fixed up with JB Weld. It took some planning and certain clamps, but essentially an in invisible repair.

[@tomcurran8470]

Never saw one of those plastic welders. Thanks.

[@Relayer56]

Wow, I never heard of a plastic welder. Gotta get one, now. Thanks!

[@resurrectiongarage1506]

I have one of those welding guns, I mainly use it to repair cracked atv plastics, I use a harbor freight plastic welding iron to smooth over the area and a dremmel to grind down any remaining wire from the hot staple. My Polaris ranger hood contains about 75 or so of them and they are holding pretty good. It was wrecked when I bought it. Great tool, very useful

[@sunhawk61]

Ordering my tool right now. Rock on girl, best small engine channel on the tube.

[@grr4561]

Don't forget that people use plastic TIE Wraps in a glue gun to also plastic weld. Finally, I had a JD hood that broke a few years back....

[@defan2105]

the fastest 22 minutes I have seen in a long time..(time flies when you are enjoying the content!)

[@mc2whls]

Bre, you're the BEST! Too bad we don't have Outdoor Power Equipment Techs like you in my area. 😊

[@johnanthony2545]

I new Bald Eagle was coming. Yes he does a great job. Have fixed several things due to his vids on this. I want the the tool yo have. 👍

[@1RCPILOT]

Cool! I didn’t know you could weld plastic back together. Your channel is awesome!!! 😎

[@user-kr3sk2cl6r]

That echo saw was run over. I ran over my dad's echo leaf blower. If echo builds tools you can run over AND it still runs..... I'm sold! Forever echo fan

[@randybeard6040]

My next door neighbor's JD Mower Hood is held together with Duck Tape, that Plastic Welder would work Miracles on his Tractor Hood...

[@fauxque5057]

You can accomplish the same thing with a soldering iron and all kinds of metal objects. I like paper clips, staples, wite, and even pieces of metal window screen. I have fixed all kinds of things and never had a failure

[@charliemagoo7943]

​@@fauxque5057these staples are a spring steel. Not soft like a paperclip

[@newsnowriversidesgtrock8144]

I already have one of those welders from "accidentally" watching a video where Mustie1 fixed a John Deere Hood. I got mine and fixed mine but it looked so good"patinaed" that I did not fiberglass or paint it. I got the stuff just never did it. Wife says I'm just lazy. But, really I like it that way. Besides the hydo-static trans went and I cannot use it anyway. (Yeah, I know, excuses.... excuses, geez you sound like my wife!)

[@apmedeans7905]

dont fret the haters Jamie some people aren't happy regardless of what you do. i think you are doing a great job dont let anyone say different .

[@erickirklin2962]

The little plastic wielder is way cool. Didn't know they made such a thing. I have always used a soldering gun and a piece of copper wire. Oh, and if you need some filler material, weed eater line.

[@williamjensen4531]

Glad to see you!!!

[@davep2672]

You might get something like: Flush Cut Side Cutters Pliers, to cut the time on the plastic welding cleanup

[@Z7d3nR4]

I've seen the plastic heat stapler before. Was never quite certain how durable the repairs were. If it's Chick approved, then it must be durable.

[@EHV8R]

Watching your channel has taught me a lot about my own small engine tools of course saving me T.M.F as you say. And now as of your recommendation while I have seen many videos about plastic welding, I decided to order one from your link for myself. Thanks again and keep the great videos coming!!

[@jeffpeters1014]

I used that gun on my atv after I rolled it and broke 400$ of body parts, $20 and some bondo and paint it looks great!

[@RickP654]

Hello Chickanic, Another little tid bit of info, if you happen to own a Weller pistol solder gun, you can use it for plastic welding by taking a short piece of #12 copper bare house wire and make a tip of whatever shape you may need and do your welding with that.

[@joandodds7626]

Another plastic repair technique is take steel wool or steel screen and melt in the backside of your repair with a soldering iron (being careful not to melt through) This can be used in conjunction with your “wiggle wire” gun.

[@bobmcdoggish9659]

I love how that plastic welder worked and ordered one right after the video was finished. Thanks, Bre!

[@kubikariYOU]

I first watched your channel yesterday. I am really enjoying the content. Thanks for sharing.

[@socrates2706]

Some say giving the plastic staple a little twist before removing the gun makes for a firmer fix.

[@69wandering]

I love the plastic welder!

[@oldmanfred8676]

I use a 10 inch Crescent wench to bend things like chain catchers back to normal.😊

[@bobweb1234]

I love this tool, Didn't buy it yet, but Yes! how to reinforce plastic repairs! Thanks for sharing..

[@theresters1]

EXCELLENT!! PLASTIC REPAIRING...MY NEXT TOOL. THANKY VERY MUCH, KID!!

[@MrTimEarl]

Chickanic and coffee YEA!!!

[@patrickbink4617]

That's what I am doing this morning!

[@jimhanlon7589]

Plastic welders are great I give them as Xmas gifts

[@dennislamers986]

A guy that does motorcycle, dirt bikes, 4 wheelers (2 vintage) bought one for plastics. Great inexpensive tool for the arsenal. Great video.

[@ticiewilder7760]

Now that plastic repair machine will become a greatest money saver ever ! Thank you so much for sharing that Chicanick ! Your awesome !❤

[@garettanderson6772]

I repaired a plastic door panel for my truck that had cracked almost in half at one of the simulated seam areas, with a product called G-Flex fiberglass resin. The stuff is amazing. Somehow it sticks to plastic and is flexible so it won't crack. They have a youtube video where they cut a plastic kayak in half, glued it back together with the g-flex, and slid down a gravel hill in it and threw it off a bridge onto the ground below, and it didn't come apart. I also used the stuff on a large plastic storage container that had a hole cut in it that I patched back up with this stuff and used it as a water storage container for years, with no leaks.

[@riodejarnett]

Thanks for another cool video. I have never had a plastic welder, but I will soon.

[@marklubecke4854]

Nice fix Bre, very well done.

[@kpdvw]

another stellar Bre Performace, you got to know when to hold 'em, when to repair them.....

[@ZONIAN955]

Harbor Freight Icon tool line makes a premium flush cutter. It's $30 with 20% and 25% off coupons that can make it an even better deal. Best quality and design. Love them. You will too.

[@tmanning4usa]

thanks for the video really enjoyed it i never thought you could repaired the plastic housing that easy.

[@iamsain1969]

I just ordered a plastic welder today to repair a cracked wheel barrel. funny I ran into this video tonight.

[@rebeltaz123]

For years, I used an old soldering gun and zip strips. It worked, but it wasn't super secure. I found one of these a few years ago, and ... I whip this thing out every chance I get. I grin like a little kid every time I get to use it. My girlfriend just rolls her eyes every time I whip it out in the shop 🤠 It is SO much fun and it works GREAT!

[@tomweickmann6414]

It's a guy thing. They will never understand us, nor us them. Same thing with barbeques. Men and fire are like women and hot tubs. They just go together.😅

[@bryanpetersen1334]

Stuck watching KZbin recovering from yet another surgery after a car accident. Glad I found this channel, great content, and got to see my favorite corvette model in my favorite color. I live in the country and have a shop full of way too many tools and machines, plus I like to fix things for family and friends. I’m looking forward to using these tips when I finally get back home in a couple more weeks. And I’ll definitely be adding a plastic welder to the welder collection. 👍

[@kevinsoney3051]

Here's to a quick recovery. While it's a bummer about the surgeries and accident, you seem to have a great attitude, so I have no doubt you'll be back at it soon to make use of your know found knowledge. Because of Bri the Chickanic's videos, I already know what I'll be doing in my retirement in a few years. And like you, I like to help out family and friends.

[@IamDerick]

Plastic welders are great. Mine paid for itself 3x over in the first repair I did with it. I bought the one you have and the flat iron type. They both have earned their keep and I have yet to restock the consumable bits. Cheers.

[@skyepilotte11]

Like that plastic welder. ..I need one...lol Thx Bre.

[@walterchapman2884]

Plastic welder, great product, never knew there was such a thing until watching your episode. Thank you I ordered one immediately!

[@chlyon]

Super glue and baking soda also has many uses , just never get the glue and the soda on your fingers , the reaction is exothermic and a very fast drying time like 1 sec

[@tincankiller6454]

Used an old Weller solder gun for similar repairs but did not have clips to bridge gap guess one could use paper clips, very handy tool. Remember as a teen cutting wood was moving truck heard a crunch and realized I ran over one of our smaller chainsaws. Fortunately, it was just cosmetics, but Dad was not happy considering it was only about a year old. Thanks for the videos

[@moabwheeling1305]

I found your friends channel Baldeagle242 and I also enjoy his channel. Subscribed .Keep up the great work Bre.

[@Vibe77Guy]

I bought a polymer canoe cheap, because it had a good sized hole in the bottom. I used a Harbor Freight hot air plastic welder and a cheap trash can (of very close to the same color) to repair the canoe to the point you could hardly detect the damaged area. Sold it for a little profit too.

[@axshon]

Plastic welder is a great idea! But seriously, look into the hakko chp-170 micro cutters to snip those little wires off nice and flush. Also great for flush snipping the zip tie ends! They are so cheap I keep them all over the garage and shop. Keep up the great work!

[@jeffreyjones6409]

I have an old Weller soldering gun that has attachments for melting plastic, hot cutting linoleum, etc. Not too good for electronic stuff, but for heavy auto/farm use it is the tool to use. Plus it weighs about "a ton".

[@Jim-fe2xz]

I've used my welder like yours to fix all sorts of car parts and even my favorite plastic chair. Every DIYer should have one! I have another kind like a very heavy soldering iron that I used to fix a crack in my Mountaineer's intake manifold causing a water leak by melting in a fine stainless wire mesh patch - and without even having to remove it. With so much plastic in use it's a shame to toss it when with some patience and practice it can often be fixed.

[@username-mc7jw]

I have repaired many dirt bike and snowmobile parts with a 'soldering iron style' plastic welder, metal window screen, and plastic welding rods. Up until I watched this video, I had never seen one like what you used. Pretty cool little item. I think using the tool you had as a first pass, then the soldering iron style welder as a second step, it's possible to make an almost undetectable repair. Yep. I like things to look good when I'm done... lol

[@dlkline27]

Love this channel. There is so much good information available for free so it's well worth watching. Thanks!

[@M22Research]

$18 for a chain? I like your prices a lot better than my local shop’s prices! Even Amazon prices are $30 for my chain,

[@dennissecor8092]

Sweet mother and son, small engine repair!😊

[@damonsutton8117]

Hi Bre. I enjoy watching your channel all the time. I always leave a thumbs up, but can't leave comments, since that option doesn't appear when watching on my 55" TV. I'm on my PC today, so here's a comment... You always provide the best, common sense approach to explaining and repairing equipment. You're honest and up front presentation style is refreshing and you consistently provide awesome info for saving time, money and frustration! 😁At the same time, you're excelling in a male dominated industry, helping to open doors for young ladies who may follow. Thank you for all that you're doing!!

[@chrisdionisio8546]

Hey there, Chickanic! I've watched many of your videos but this one made me hit the subscribe button. I can't wait to get one of those plastic welders. I've thrown out so many plastic items that could have been easily fixed. By the way, I am a push lawn mower junkie and work on them constantly. I have about 25 of them, and I'm trying very hard not to get written up by our mobile home park office! LOL. Thanks for the great videos and keep them coming. :)

[@davidfielder1418]

Thanks for the advice. Definitely a tool I need to get. As always enjoy your channel. Best Wishes

[@Banner279]

You as so right on the John Deere's. Mine is held together with dozens of paper clips bent and heated with a propane torch. Love the heat gun, ordering one now.

[@jpol3808]

Hey Chickanic. I've never seen that plastic tool before. Cool. I use the old fashioned super heated air plastic welder with plastic welding rods. It blows hot compressed air to melt the plastic and the rod together. Great for water tight assemble. But the thing I wanted to mention is we solder a lot of components and it leaves the tiny wires sticking out of the circuit boards on the bottom. Search for......Plato cutters, Plato shears, or Plato angle or side cutters. They are a smaller more pointed style of side cutters, that have a super smooth flat side that let's you get super close to the surface, to cut off the wires. I mean almost completely smooth to the touch! It would cut your cleanup time with the Dremel in half if not eliminate it all together. I don't know where they buy them but we've used the brand for years and they do work extremely well for snipping those little wires right down to the surface! They are real pointy also, so it helps to get right into tight spots. I Hope this helps you! It's the only way I can afford to return the favor! Thanks for all you do. J Poll..

[@brucemckenna7035]

You are a legend. Cheers.

[@billinfallon2634]

Awesome... Constantly amazed at all your content! 👍👊💪 Rock on!

[@BuckSartor]

Watch your videos all the time, Great work

[@nicholassmerk]

My father-in-law cracked one of those plastic wheelbarrows years ago. I think we laced it back together, but it was just junk. I decided I wanted nothing to do with a plastic one and just spent the money on a metal Jackson wheelbarrow with traditional wood handles.

[@gewrenn]

I used the plastic weld to repair a John Deere riding mower hood. You know how prone they are to bust.

[@dansaver8247]

Terrific, entertaining, informative, as always!

[@terran5569]

I have got to go through my tool box and make sure I have the "thin and pokey".

[@Enigma-Sapiens]

Great video, tips, and advice, thank you! Cool tool! It's in my cart!

[@franciscoortiz3575]

You are awesome and I absolutely love your videos… I went ahead and brought the plastic welder. Thank you.