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]

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[@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.

[@LeonardMagnusson]

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!

[@MichaelRei99]

Those power wagons were the ultimate!!

[@WeThePeople-7681]

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-7681I 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. ✌️🤠🍩

[@nstooge]

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

[@talvalon999]

I've been a DIY guy for more than half a century and I always learn something from every video I watch from you. Thank you!

[@pauladams3789]

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

[@tractordan933]

I got your plastic welding tool and used it to fix the hood on my John Deere garden tractor, worked great.

[@sirtango1]

Young lady, you are an absolute treasure! I’ve turned a lot of wrenches on everything from steam engines to turbine engines. And every time I watch one of your videos it seems like I learn something new! It just goes to show you can learn something new! Thank you!

[@shermanhofacker4428]

I have been welding plastic with a soldering iron for decades, using wire pieces and screen wire for reinforcement, but that's a neet toy! I need to get one!

[@RichardBocio]

I am DIY that works on my grass mowers. I have four push lawn mowers and one that is self propelled. I also have an X300 John Deere riding lawn mower. Some of the mowers are dated. So, they have broken plastic parts. I might be a little tight by not getting rid of them and buy new ones. The thing is they still do what they were made to do. So, why buy a new one, when they still run and cut grass. it also helps this 78 year old man keep busy. Your tool would make my tools more presentable in the cosmetic department. I love watching your DIY self help Videos, they have help me learn good facts on how to work on my small engine machines. you are one smart chic.

[@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

[@NightSky777]

VERY COOL, Thanks!

[@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.😊👍

[@winnmahuron6314]

I had seen that tool from a fella that fixes dirt bikes and didn’t think it would be as strong as what you presented with that saw and your wheelbarrow. It is an awesome tool. Thanks for sharing just subscribed because of your first video!

[@robertlangley258]

Ma'am, you are great. You give great advice, "how to's" , tricks of the trade with no qualms asked. Your videos are timeless, well put together, excellent videography and narration. Back when I was coming around if I'd ever run across a girl like you I would have kept after and married you, set you up a shop and go to work for you after my retirement with the state F.D.O.T. What a treat it would be to watch and work with you from day to day. Wow

[@larrygooch6233]

You are smart,cool,ambishis,honest,hard working,helpful,caring,sharing and cute.in a word awesome.

[@AnonVideos]

You explain things in a logical, simple, and concise way, and you aren’t trying to impress yourself like some other channels 😂 Thank you for your advice. I learn a lot from you! It’s really an interesting way to learn, my day job has nothing to do with this, yet I can go through your videos when I have time and you are always helpful. 😊

[@LONNIE1949]

Thank you for all your hard work making these fantastic videos, they are so helpful and informative, you really know your stuff! I've watched so many of them and learned many things that I didn't know. It's really nice to have these videos for reference when trying to troubleshoot or repair power equipment. You are the best!

[@robertmahaney2854]

Wow I now have a new favorite channel, very informative and I love how you give a run down on the jobs in the shop as well as giving some tips on those projects. Thank you, Rob Baltimore Maryland

[@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.

[@transformer889]

Because she plays Chet Atkins music

[@joeblow3939]

❤❤ Colored plastic that has faded you can bring the bright glossy color back by hitting it very lightly with a propane torch. Harbor Freight sells a plastic welder with rods for around $10 US.

[@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.

[@kccountrykid]

How cool. I didn't even know that this tool existed! Happy that this video just "randomly" appeared on my feed. Thanks for posting!

[@nstooge]

Once again I followed your advice and bought a plastic welding gun and it works great. Thank you….

[@stevecurtiss46]

Thanks Chickanic, once again I've learned something new and helpfull.

[@sunhawk61]

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

[@RobertSquirrell-n4v]

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

[@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..

[@M.Campbell]

I have the same plastic welder. Love it. I fixed a broken plastic patio chair, a cracked car bumper, flower pots, lids and several misc handles. So handy. I've even custom shaped the wire pieces, with needle nose pliers, when they needed to fit into an odd shaped spot. But the different shapes you get with the gun have most things covered. I highly recommend it.

[@hosocat1410]

I've had an echo cs400 for 5 or 6 years. Great little saw. Always starts easily.

[@ticiewilder7760]

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

[@jasonglisson1690]

I started watching this channel a few years ago. You inspired me to get back into small engine repair. I was a otr truck driver for 7 years. Finally found a good local job. The small engine repair is my side gig. Also have my own stuff to repair.

[@leecunningham2928]

I have a plastic welder also. I have a blade end with mine that works for smoothing edges out, and it also works like a knife where once it's heated up you can cut through plastic with it. Works good like that for brittle plastic types instead of trying to cut with a knife or power tool.

[@guloguloguy]

THANK YOU, FOR ALL OF THE GOOD ADVICE, AND DEMOS!! GOOD TO KNOW!!!

[@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

[@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 .

[@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.

[@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!!

[@harrisji]

Thanks for the recommendation of the plastic wedding tool. I have two plastic boats and the older one is in need of fixing. I appreciate you and your videos.

[@johnduffy6546]

You are amazing! You never cease to amaze me. Your honesty is a highly valued commodity in this day & age... Thank you for what you do, I have learned so much

[@jamescaron6465]

That MS 461 definitely hit a nail. I have a 460 and believe me they’re so powerful that if they hit something solid like that, they have enough power to blow the clutch to bits. that plastic welder is pretty slick

[@mrbumblehill4596]

Thanks for the tool tip! I've been mending plastic since the mid 70's with a Weller solder gun with paddle and cutting tips. Started mending broken Tyco and AFX slot cars as a kid. This is super, especially for the price. Thanks again!

[@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.

[@jerrytaylor8889]

I'm so glad to see you demonstrate the plastic welding gun! I'm a retired Paramedic, so if I can improvise a way to make a repair cheap (especially just learning so much of this), I bought one awhile back off Amazon. I love the thing; I had a rather large crack in the dash of my Chevy Avalanche & this took care of it.....broken trash can lid - fixed that too. Absolute wonderful tool (and since I have a Stihl chainsaw that I need to repair, thank you for another great chainsaw video)

[@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.😅

[@craigjohnson1649]

The plastic welding gun is fantastic! Thanks for letting us know about it.

[@patrickdaly5068]

I had never heard of plastic welding until I saw a video of someone using zip ties as their binder (as some others have mentioned). I need today to buy this tool! Thanks for all the great tips!

[@bobdetweiler1120]

Thanks for sharing about the link of the chain, not having a curve shape, that explains the sprocket either worn out or the chain catcher is rubbing and if it sounds crunchy moving the chain back and forth, time for a new sprocket, Good Job, ms Chickanic!

[@constitutionalist3931]

LOVE, LOVE, what you do. You have helped me a lot. I'm a 77 lady and there always time to learn more about how to fix things.

[@miketidwell9546]

You could do a full video on taking metal hoods from other salvaged mowers and replace John Deere plastic..mine was from a Troybilt.

[@lengerer]

A good tip is buying a plastic smoothing tool, it’s a small triangle metal piece that goes into a soldering iron. You can smooth out the rough plastic or fill in spots by melting a cable tie into it. That plus this plastic gun is the best

[@RedProg]

That tool is the best. Used it to repair a John Deere hood last week. Yep BaldEagle is where I got the tip. 👍

[@bobmcdoggish9659]

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

[@ctfan1486]

Really enjoy your videos. Learned a few things and used used them a couple times. Thanks for all the tricks and keep them coming

[@davidjaap2130]

I always learn something from your channel. I think it's great of you going the extra mile, like using the plastic welder( heat gun). Great job. Plus finishing with rotary tool. 🙏❤😊

[@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.

[@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.

[@bobjohnson2009]

I know what you mean about the JD hoods, made of plastic, that plastic Welder is great. That would come in handy. The after market hoods are even pricey. Thanks for the info. Also glad you are feeling better!😊

[@wileymarm0t]

Nailed it with the tool idea! I fixed a bear proof trash can with a home made version. The can was indeed bear proof but she did a number on the handle trying to get in it. A little plastic welding and it is good as new and ready for the next bear!

[@movaughn20]

Those plastic staple welders are awesome. I used it to hold together a cracked bumper. It was probably strong enough, but went ahead and laid fiberglass resin and matting on the inside. Still holding strong!

[@MichaelGay-g5q]

Had the camshaft issue twice on my B&S engine. Bought a cheap Chinese camshaft and regretted it about 3 months later. Buy the OEM only if you replace them yourself. The local parts shop suggested that you could skip the camshaft replacement and install a high torque starter for about $150. Have not tried that option, but would be worth it instead of replacing the camshaft once in a while.

[@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.

[@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.

[@kevinsoney3051]

That's so cool you featured that plastic welding tool. I became familiar with that tool from the video you spotlighted. My sister's fence broke and you can't get the exact replacement parts for it. I was looking for ways to repair the broken pieces when I found that video while searching. Worked like a charm, just like in the video. I can tell you that it works as easy as you show in the video. I feel like I'm one of the cool kids now because I use tools that Bri the Chickanic uses.

[@t-rex558]

I use my soldering iron and staples to plastic weld. Also zip ties to melt things together. Did that on my old Mac 65 gas tank. Worked like a charm.

[@TomsTinkeringandAdventures]

Been using my plastic welder like that for a few years, fixed a lot of motorcycle parts with it and also all kinds of household items. Well worth the money, although I am running low on staples.

[@dlkline27]

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

[@kylehazachode]

The plastic welder is probably one of my most used tools. Patiently waiting for Ryobi or Makita to make a cordless plastic welder. If you do a lot of plastic repairs a PUR glue gun is worth its weight in gold. It's not like a normal glue gun. It uses special polyurethane glue cartridges, but you use it as if it were a normal glue gun. After it cures the bead of polyurethane is often stronger than the plastic it's bonded to.

[@jameschupp2230]

I've done plastic welding with a Soldering Iron... This Looks So Much Easier and Better! Thanks for the Heads Up!

[@davidthornton8490]

I just started following your videos and I've enjoyed them.I own a Honda hydrostatic commercial walk behind mower that's over 30 years old it runs like a new mower.The deck has holes in it which should be expected.Several weeks ago I found out I have a - fib so now I'm reading about riding lawn mowers & listening to your videos. Keep up the good 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".

[@my2cents645]

Ive had real good luck using JB Weld for things. Pay attention to 50/50 mix and give it plenty of time to set up. What sold me on it was it held a choke plate for a 2 barrel carb on a 1970 Chrysler Newport 383 for everyday driving at least 6 months before it failed. Right below that plate was hot exhaust.

[@jasonhelle350]

Because of your video I bought one for the Marina that I operate. It has been amazing at fixing my plastic power boxes at each slip. And the lids. A new lid is $60. Being able to repair these items paid for it self with the first lid I used it on. Thank you so much. Clarksville Sunlife Marinas, Clarksville, TN.

[@RoyatAvalonFarms]

That's an awesome repair for the plastic welder. I recently bought one early this year when you highlighted it before. But I forgot that I also have an old Stihl saw which is broken in a similar manner and the parts were grossly too expensive to replace and I bought it used without catching that broken part. So now I need to pull it out to fix with this. Thanks for what you do to educate us on such things. Happy Thanksgiving.

[@Robnord1]

I just ordered that plastic welder, on your link of course! The $60 air deflector on my Ford van got cracked by a falling branch last month. I'm going to remove it, plastic weld in those little Zs from the back, and re-install. Fantastic! Was going to use epoxy. This will be much better

[@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.

[@Matt_justlikethat]

What a cool way to repair plastic. Sure beats epoxy an trying to clamp together to cure. Thanks, u find really helpful, sweet stuff.

[@watchdogu.s.a.8973]

I have the same one she is using. Mine came with some flat-ish pieces that you insert in the end but it is used to heat/melt the plastics back together. It also came with a good variety of colored plastic sticks for melting to fill in the voids. My kit with all of that was around $35 on Amazon whereas that same "gun" is sold is various kits are varying prices.

[@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.

[@Paul.Douglas]

What a fun video! Yep! Those hot staples are SOOOO useful! I’ve repaired things from big trash cans to motorcycle fairings. I do like to add stainless mesh where possible for added reinforcement.

[@BigBoxDodge2020]

Wow, I've never seen that plastic welder before, that looks like a great product. Thank you Bre for bringing that out to show us how it works.❤❤❤

[@LAP1050]

Hi Chickanick, always enjoy and learn from your videos. I like your no nonsense presentations. I’ve seen those plastic welding guns and after your real life demonstration, I just ordered one from Amazon. Thanks for sharing your knowledge 👍🇺🇸

[@dennislamers986]

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

[@smrtnz5995]

You know your stuff - a joy to watch you work. I ‘ve always enjoyed mechanics and some electronics, Worked on airplanes for the US Airforce during the Vietnam Era when women were not seen very often on the flight line.Made me a gearhead.

[@ericbredvick813]

Years ago when I started cutting trees we had a few broken clutches. This was prevented by warming up the saws in the floor board of the truck when it was very cold outside. If not warmed up the starting outside from cold saw would change temps so fast clutch metal could not expand with and break. And the little aluminum tab that runs on bottom of saw can look like that with one chain flying off. It as many know prevents the chain (or helps to prevent the chain) from coming around and cutting you. So that would not be a hard used indicator at all. I think in this case it could have broken due to other means than temperature extreams. I think it hit a object at high speed tat immediately brought the chain to a abrupt stop. And maybe had the bar in a tight area running high speed and hit the top of the bar causing the break from the backlash. Great video.

[@manddservice.manddservice]

I got one of these after watching this. So far I've used it once on my Glasses. The arms broke at the hinge on both sides. After Super gluing for years and failing with time. I took the smallest ones and melted them in and success. So far it's holding strong. Thank you

[@larrycenter6360]

Wow! I just used my plastic repair kit. It has an easy learning curve for this old man. Thank you

[@jeremynelson8496]

You had a lot of goodies in the shop today. I love my mantis and my cs400. I have a 690 but the 400 is light and powerful so I find I go to the 400 for most cutting. Good tips as usual Chickanic!

[@bobbycarr2319]

if you need something more robust or larger, aluminum window screen and a wood burner( calligraphy tip works great) and you can do large section in plastic bumpers etc. you go in straight lines starting at the edge of screen and working across, this will hold down what you already melted in till its cool enough to stay put, goes around corners around edges. good stuff

[@chepo1956]

Hi Chickanic, Jose from Puerto Rico. I just got one of those plastic welders from Temu. When I saw it, it caught my interest and I pulled the trigger and got one for myself. I've been subscribed to your channel ever since you helped me correctly install a trimmer line head for my Stihl. You have a gift for teaching; you not only show how to do things correctly, but explain the "why" and "because" of things. That's a wonderful gift to have.

[@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

[@nonutuisamoa1358]

Aloha from Amerika Samoa, South Pacific...always my go to channels when I have problems with my weed trimmer and push mower trying to learn how to fix it. Thank you.

[@CactusJackSlade]

I self made some of those welder tips out of SS safety wire, then just heated wth a torch and push into the plastic. It worked but inconsistent and difficult to control.... I will be buying one of these plastic welder guns!

[@alexlacroix9515]

Echo is and has been one of the best two stroke producing companies that hardly anybody knows about. When we bought our house the previous owners left our front shed full of equipment and I was blessed with my first Echo. It is a Weedwhacker and now every time I start one of my Husky power saws I tell myself the next saw I buy will be an Echo.

[@cathiwim]

You will not regret it! My hubby got me almost everything Echo makes(I’m the yard guy). He mows,i do all the trimming pruning, design, everything! Love it!

[@Frosty3055]

Thank you for our service, just so helpful.

[@davidbarron5368]

After watching this video I ordered a plastic stapler. It is awesome! Repaired the fender on my Gator in minutes. Now looking for other things to repair.

[@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!

[@robertcheslock9636]

I got a plastic welding kit that uses DeWalt batteries over a year ago. Had the engine housing on one of our Kawasaki mowers crack, did the repair a year ago and it is still working. Also, this spring the Worx string trimmer shaft housing cracked letting the shaft flop around. Repaired and holding up after several hours of use. Another thing I got is a plastic soldering iron to smooth over my repairs. Unless you are looking for these repairs, you would never know they had broken. Very handy tools!

[@bobweb1234]

I saved this page off to to side t5o see what else you have for tools! I did buy the carb adjusting tools, twice! even with the orange bag, I lost them somewhere, LOL had to buy another set.

[@bryantillotson8243]

I plastic welded the cover on my jonsered 2253 about 8 years ago. It hasnt cracked, so it worked good.

[@garyblevins3532]

Cool video. I had a little small engine repair shop over 12 years ago and since I moved to my current location I don't really mess with em anymore but dang, there's been some cool tools come out since then. I'll be checkin out the link for the plastic welder for sure!

[@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.