How to Store Your STIHL Gas Powered Equipment

[@johnclarke6647]

You should always put the saw ( or other ope) in cold start (full choke) to make sure any sawdust does not get in the carburetor when you remove the air filter.

[@nickmayhew9722]

Great video. My question is running the unit dry of fuel bad, because I thought that the seals, gaskets, etc. would dry out and have to be replaced. Thanks for your response,

[@MaandPasKettle]

I did all that, except after the drain I filled the tank with fuel. I'm hearing rumor that it's better to have a full tank rather than an empty one to stop condensation during the winter months.

[@bobsbeard3977]

that's only an issue with ethanol fuels. Ethanol will absorb moisture. A clean empty tank is best

[@John_D2]

Non ethanol 90 octane is readily available where I live...with stihl synthetic oil , it's all you need.

[@donbryant6205]

Great equipment and have enjoyed them over the past 20 odd years and there still going. THANKS

[@DontStopBrent]

Skip the first 1:45. You’re welcome.

[@bzn2sfo]

Always read the comments first

[@ratbrain7743]

I got out a Husky 394 saw that I put ethanol gas and stabil in 2 1/2 years ago. Took about five pulls and ran fine.

[@a.d.3288]

Cool, wanted to know if I could leave oil in the chainsaw, now I see that it is ideal to do so. Thanks.

[@mrdilligaf1968]

I use Stabil with my saws and outboards. Warm the engine , empty all fuel and then run engine until empty. Lastly use a airgin to remove any fuel vapor from the tank

[@davekeating5867]

A minute of information and 6:37 minutes of Sthil product promotion. I understand that some promotion is the price I pay for education but could you be a little more subtle .... I've supported Sthil products both at home and in my business for over 40 years. I resent being forced to sit through a Sthil infomercial and will consider this the next time I purchase equipment.

[@ColonelBummleigh]

Got it. Any longer than 3 months unused - throw away Stihl chainsaw in a well ventilated area to avoid costly trips to a Stihl service centre.

[@nafnaf0]

I have stored my Stihl 2 stroke weedwacker (KM-94R) with engine down for years and had no problems. Up or down I don't think it matters either way

[@David-ll8bt]

First pull, first damn pull? Must have had a bus load of Engineers there. I love my Stihl equipment but nothing ever starts on the first pull. I'm usually about out of adjective before I get it running. I do love the way the perform after they start.

[@Bankable2790]

lol

[@jasonscott4525]

It was already warm. Mine takes like 5 pulls from cold start but one pull when it’s warm.

[@ComfyBe]

Good marketing, it's sure to generate more profits for Stihl. That moto-mix, considering its makeup, is grossly over-priced and from personal experience is not needed. I got a Stihl 025 (30+ yrs old). It starts like a charm and runs great. I always used 87 octane gas, with a 40-1 (big box store) oil mix and fuel stabilizer. Between uses the tanks is always full so it's ready to use at a moments notice. I've only changed the spark maybe twice, and the starter cord once. However I am a stickler about cleaning it after every use, but more important I know its limitations and don't abuse it.

[@TheReal1953]

Using 50:1 Stihl mix....be cautious that your 2 cycles are run WOT most of the time. If not, you run the risk of oil depletion on critical bearing surfaces. Better to run 40:1 and you don't have to worry as much. I've opened up a plethora of saws run on 50:1 Sithil oil and 40:1 Stihl oil mix. The difference in oil residue on critical parts is remarkable. It's your money.......

[@iguanaamphibioustruck7352]

I am 84 and need to conserve my energy. I look forward to going electric. Iguana

[@androcci]

does this apply to Stihl Leaf Blowers 800 C E Magnum?

[@jeremyh172]

Great video is it best to store them with the stihl fuel pre mix?

[@garymartin8619]

On my 2 cycle engines I’m lucky enough to be able to buy aviation fuel a little expensive but well worth the cost no problems

[@jmont6638]

Gary : isn't Aviation fuel mostly composed of kerosene ?

[@danniepedigo9638]

Gary Martin don’t confuse jet fuel with Avgas. They are not interchangeable.

[@dmac936]

It's also leaded...

[@arnoldelliott5695]

With the engine being 2-stroke. Doesn't running it out of fuel cause premature engine wear?

[@matelorant1986]

Hello. Can i store my rm248 lawn mower upright/vertical???

[@stevekopcial129]

Does MotoMix have a shelf life, mine is about two-three years old, I forgot I had it...

[@bobsbeard3977]

2 years

[@ait0317]

Would truefuel or aspen do the same work the motomix will do?

[@st7650]

Aspen works well think it’s the same stuff. Just don’t use the trufuel not very good

[@timboltz7421]

I got a sthil 025 16inch chain saw will a 3.25 .063 chain fit

[@NICKY83ism]

so..the motomix clean the engine before stop work?! thanks from Italy!

[@Paco-hh4jd]

Great informative video sir

[@tedbrewer7847]

Does this apply to gas station ethanol free gas?

[@hugogarcia3193]

So all the tool should be storege without fuel in it

[@mansourramzey7711]

Can i use stihl motor mix all the time even during the grass cutting season as a homeowner. Or is it better to buy no ethanol gas and use the stihl mix . Where can i find stihl motor mix in large volume. Tks

[@Bankable2790]

I have some ocean front property in Kansas I want to talk to you about...

[@paulkiddell9211]

Thank You!

[@terrygrant3206]

make sure you use an approved container, and don't spill a drop on the ground. lol

[@Bankable2790]

This message brought to you by the EPA

[@hjgilley5112]

should I store my chainsaw upright or it on it side?

[@dougcarter1924]

Hj Gilley SHOVE IT UP YOUR ASS FOR ALL I CARE.JUST KIDDING TAKE TJE AIR HOSE AND CLEAN THE SAW THEM EMPTY THE LIBERAL TRASH OUT OF THE GAS TANK. START THE SAW.LET IT RUN TILL IT QUITS THEN POUR A LITTLE FULE IN NOVEMBER MAGA VOTE REPUBLICANS IN TO OFFICE.

[@SuperCyril2]

Upside down. Keeps the Piston lubed up.

[@mathewmottram]

See this is where Stihl are getting like other big companies and want your money, running a saw out of fuel is the worst thing you can do it’s like tuning the carb lean, running it out of fuel is bad the fuel is the lubricant and when it’s spluttering it’s not getting lubricant properly, I never run a saw out as soon as it splutters or I can see it’s low I fuel it up.

[@prepperjonpnw6482]

Ok I’m horrible lol I use my chainsaw once a year for 2 weeks in October. I’ve never done any of this lol. I leave the gas in. I don’t fill the bar oil up. I don’t clean it at all. And I’ve been using it for the last 22 years lol. Oh I replaced the spark plug last year lol. By the way my saw is a Poulan Wild Thing green and purple with an 18” bar that I bought for $99 lol. Go figure lol

[@markhooton7979]

use motomix or aspen fuel all the time then you dont have to drain the fuel out over winter

[@philipmalaby8172]

Video starts @ 1:40

[@nateb4904]

use super expensive motomix(copyright) fuel, got it

[@jmont6638]

A bit confusing I must say.

[@mriduminocha3122]

*Love it. Multi-tool compatible (attachments sold separately) Bestfor.Garden also recommend split shaft function allows to easily convert to a trimmer and Pole Pruner.*vvvvvvvvvvvvvvvv

[@Garysopinion]

Thanks much. saw expensive, and need to maintain. This alcohol fuel has to go. It ruins all 2 cycle engines. EPA was only supporting the corn industry. Reverse the laws. or at least take a position on what is right.

[@aikidosonkeisarajevo7858]

And if you need a saw in the middle of winter, fold it again, nonsense

[@mcr5645]

Wtf is the difference between buying the same 'high-octane' premixed fuel vs buying top-grade 93/94 Premium (even higher quality octane) mixed with the stihl synthetic oil? Why does the exact same mixture last 2+ years from stihl, but only 2 months otherwise? Smells like bs.

[@vaughnburrows]

Watch a video called the truth about gas station fuel and why it's bad for small engines

[@Boobtube.]

difference is, Stihl makes no $$$ off of you.

[@pcmountaindog]

Does this video help. I have not idea, the first 60 seconds were so bad I couldn't stand to watch one more second. " blah blah your Stihl Dealer blah blah balh". After 60 second of torture this video will make certain I never set foot in a Stilh Dealer ever again. Looks like I'm moving to Husky.

[@Bankable2790]

Lol calm down I bet you burned your Nike gear too lol

[@junky9]

Man if you don't use your tool for 2 years you probably don't need it....

[@Roman-vh1rr]

Is this a joke?

[@kdtool9437]

Don’t spray that junk all over your driveway! Do it in the grass dummy.

[@Bankable2790]

But muh environment!

[@stevehardeman7209]

Mix Shindawa red armor at label rate run it in everything 2 or 4 stroke ,Thank Me later