Easiest Way To Winterize Or Store A Weed Eater

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[@moyockmoo2]

Right on, Steve! I've been using this method for the last 2 years. Stihl motofuel for the last few uses, and put them (trimmer, blower, chainsaw), away. They start right up in the spring. Great channel. Thanks!

[@1pjmac]

I started using the canned fuel a year ago all the time and it seems like all of my units start and run better. Also come spring they start right up. I would rather pay for for my fuel than to fight with the units starting.

[@bentullett6068]

One issue we have found with the non ethanol fuels is if you use it on a regular basis is that you must change the fuel lines and diaphragms in the carburettor because the non ethanol fuel can rot fuel lines and diaphragms if they have been weakened by pump fuel already.

[@Hutch.N2O]

Hey Steve I've used 100LL Aircraft Gasoline before to run small engines. What do you think about using it for storage, it may not be cost efficient at around 5 dollars a gallon but it's cheaper that a gallon of superfuel. It doesn't smell as bad as 87E10 either.

[@johnt890]

Hey guys, what about the 2-cycle oil : fuel mix? Is Steve recommending run 100% fuel?

[@SWells679]

I'ma go ahead and say it...Steve is a national treasure.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

WOW! Thank You...

[@dylanbranham7969]

International treasure!

[@bobwayne911]

Yep

[@jamievandalen]

Right up there with the Tragically Hip and Tim Hortons ;-) Love this channel. I was just thinking "i wonder how to winterrize my Stihl trimmer" last week. Almost on cue- Steve puts this video out. Fantastic.

[@Flammable281]

Yes he is!!!! Love his channel!

[@CSPANwatcher]

You've just confirmed that what I've been doing is correct. I switched to 90 Octane, zero ethanol gas for all of my yard equipment about 20 years ago. I used to use Sta-Bil, but have been using Stihl Moto-Mix as a Winter-storage-and-early-Spring two-cycle fuel for 6+ years and it works great. I think your comment about not letting the carburetor diaphragm dry out makes a lot of sense.

[@jaymay306]

I’ve been running tru fuel for years in everything. Steve, you could have kept that a secret and made money off of any unsuspecting person needing tuneups and carb work, but you didn’t. That to me says a lot about your character. Not only am I a subscriber for that reason, but I’ve learned a ton from your videos. Thanks for all of your knowledge. Cheers!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

[@stone8597]

What I do...I use AvGas...the stuff from the airport, I've been doing it for years. It is 100 octane and it works great...of course you have to add oil, but it only cost about $5.00 a gallon.

[@wordsofhis1799]

Me too, and many people I know use AV gas in their small engines. Surprised I had to scroll down so far to see a comment about AV gas.

[@bryanproctor2983]

I switched to these super fuels about a year ago after watching one of your videos. Best thing I’ve ever done to make my small engine start and operate better. Worth the every penny. Thanks Steve!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@Johnny53kgb-nsa]

I follow these steps yearly. Add the engineered fuel, usually I use it my last use or two, then store it filled up. I still start it at the first of the month thru the winter for 5 minutes or so. No problems with my two cycles.

[@rayh3973]

I use Trufuel all season long for the weed eater and chain saw. After I started using it I noticed a big difference in the first startup in the spring.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Excellent!

[@shellcracker18]

Same here. I don’t use enough for the cost to be crazy

[@bonekollektor1659]

Hell yah! It's pricey but u don't even use that much in a small engine so it's worth it!

[@klwthe3rd]

Change is easy, but improvement is the real challenge - F. A. Porsche. That famous quote fits this video and Steve perfectly. He's always self improving and bringing his viewers the latest and up to date information that can benefit us all. Thanks Steve!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@georgecolbert3247]

I use Stabil Storage in my fuel all year. I store the trimmers full. It's been working for me for years. I use 93 octane pump gas that has ethanol in it. Also I add RxP to my fuel to de-carbonize the engine. The RxP is pretty incredible. So I'm running these two additives at all times. No starting in the winter.

[@knurlgnar24]

This is why your channel is one of the best. Absolute common sense that is obvious once one thinks about it, but isn't obvious to those who haven't actually thought about it before. I'm doing this from now on.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Buddy! Thank You...

[@ccadama]

@Steve's Small Engine Saloon. Thanks for the tip. I had it down almost. You just filled in the details. LEAVE the MotoMix in my string trimmer but COMPLETELY fill the tank instead of emptying it. I only run MotoMix in my Echo. Hope you and your family stay safe and well.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Buddy...

[@bobhammond837]

to me... this way will keep condensation out of the unit

[@daniellang6112]

amsoil sabre with built in fuel stabilizer and non ethanol gas does the trick!

[@snw56]

Steve, I run canned fuel (no ethanol) all summer long and in the carb over the winter, plus I spray some engine fog in the combustion chamber for winter storage.

[@captaincoyote1792]

I’m a retired federal natural resource manager; I was also a trained wildland firefighter. As a result, I came to depend on Stihl and the old Husquavarna chainsaws. So now, I buy only Stihl products....and run only “super fuel”. While I like Stihl’s MotoMix, I incur substantial savings with TruFuel. Great video, Sir!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@MikeJones-jr5hb]

I’ve always used Stabil in my gas & not had any problems since 2004 but that’s another good idea

[@job3831]

That and ethanol free gas.

[@justinusberger3933]

@@job3831 That's the way to go. I personally use ethanol free 93 octane.

[@Tbizzh]

I use Stabil on every gas can with 93 ethanol gas. Unfortunately it's hit or miss whether it starts the next year. I've been thinking of doing exactly as described here even before watching the video. I should note my mower have to be stored outside so that surely makes a difference.

[@onekittyhawk63]

@@Tbizzh Get a weighted tarp for it.

[@norge696]

@@Tbizzh Your issue isn't the stabil, it's leaving it outside.

[@usamark4259]

Thanks for sharing this. I had to change 2 carbs this past spring on a 40:1 and a 50:1 machine from not doing. This is too easy to do and to avoid changing or worse rebuilding carbs. Like you said... NO BRAINER!

[@woodking1970]

Hey Steve. I use 91 octane ethanol fuel with Stabil additive ALL THE TIME and never have a problem starting my string trimmer or lawn mower. I also keep my roll of string trimmer line in a bucket of water to keep it pliable during the season. It cuts better and is less brittle.

[@kanyeeastlolz]

Was going to ask…. Thanks.

[@Tazzspaz]

thank you so much for this tip! You mention 2-cycle engines but I just found out Tru-fuel has a 4-cycle product as well. I just replaced my carburetor on my Craftsman 4 cycle. it really does not even have that many hours on it but admittedly I have not been doing anything to prepare it for storage. to start the off-season off right I figured I better not be so lazy.

[@johnjones240]

Steve I started storing with can fuel two years ago however as I mentioned it is very expensive. I am fortunate that I can purchase 92 octane non alcohol at the pump which works great through the season.

[@JB-tw9oy]

Here in the south most years we have to use them a few times during our short winters,Have always used stihl oils and non ethanol with stabil never any issues

[@michaelshaley4356]

Been using the engineered fuel for about 5 years. Love it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Mikey...

[@randyt3558]

I use the Stihl product for the last week of the season....hate having to get rid of mixed gas at the end of the season.

[@squarebodySpringman]

Great to see you Steve! I use the VP in all my small engines and it works great. Thanks for Tips and tricks; Ive learned alot from your channel and its been saving me and the ppl I know money!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@TrentCantrell]

I've liked Steve's videos in the past but this pushed me to subscribe. Last summer I started landscaping on the side and I now have a decent bit of cash in equipment I need to take care of.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Trent!

[@357bullfrog2]

That's what I'm talking about brother. Good old how to videos that help us guys keep our engines running.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You got that right!

[@clauslundberg9224]

Man - I have been preaching this to customers for years. Thanks Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You and me both!

[@donniechapman5922]

Steve I watched your adding accessories on a Stihl weed eater straight shaft , I have one and sure didn't know this thankyou that was really helpful!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@69ztang]

I had to start using the can fuel because my edger was not running good. Found out the ethanol was messing up the carburetor over the winter. So I started doing this for storing in the winter and no more problems. Nice tip.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great job!

[@justanotherviewer52]

Looks like a simple way to winterize. I'll have to try it. Thanks Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@ahodamahingan1698]

I’ve just been using 100LL aviation fuel for all my small engine winter storage. This works great for me.

[@JohnR9965]

My redmax trimmer has had fuel in it since 2003. Keep it full with super and never used any non ethanol fuel. I do start it a few times in the winter. Never had a issue other than change fuel lines. Now I jinxed myself for sure. 🤣🤣🤣

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks for sharing

[@JohnR9965]

Steve's Small Engine Saloon I am assuming the stabilizers in the oil has gotten me thru. But it definitely doesn’t hurt to use the ethanol free stuff....just the pocket. Lol

[@Grassy20]

I watched one of your videos about taking a carb apart and cleaning it. Ended up taking the carb off my generator and getting that running again, and then my friend had a generator in his RV that wouldn't start (it was old), ended up taking that one apart and getting that running again. Between me and my friends, we've probably saved over $3000 in repair costs just by watching your videos. Thanks for all the help!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

That is awesome!

[@kurtmccarthy6733]

HEY STEVE I LOVE ALL YOUR VIDEOS. IM AN OLD TIMER THAT USUALLY KNOWS ALL BUT SINCE YOUR CHANEL CAME OUT, I DONT KNOW ALL. HOW BOUT THAT !! KEEP UP ALL THE GREAT TIPS AND TRICKS STEVE. LOVE YOUR CHANEL. KURT 😎

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Will do

[@MikesGarage96]

I’ve been doing this for the past couple years in my Stihl trimmer and chainsaws. I’ve had no problems starting after they’ve sat for 3-6 months at a time. TruFuel is some good stuff in my opinion

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Mikey!

[@Robalo-2660]

Thanks Steve! Love you my brother. That calls for a celebratory libation .Looking forward to your next video as always !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank you kindly

[@brianH45]

Worked great Steve. Just fired up the Husqvarna in 2 pulls. Been sitting since November.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Awesome!

[@MinusTheSparkPlugs]

That is the most brilliant simple most effective way I've never thought of haha great idea there Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you think so!

[@Community-Action]

I’ve been using truefuel in my Stihl chainsaw and string trimmer this way for years. Never had an issue with either of them!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@riverrat1149]

I have done this for years now along with running them every now and then. Never had a problem and my ryobi is fifteen years old now and works hard all summer. I do not run the engineered fuel during the summer just too expensive. That sthil stuff is thirty dollars a gallon here in my hood.

[@CDT61352]

$31 and some change here and add 7% sales tax! Pricey to use all the time.

[@dirtyhorse5090]

Then I've noticed it burns faster

[@huck01955]

Steve thats a great idea . Im not saying im correct but i put stabilizer in the can before I get gas I also use Stihl Premium 2 stroke oil that has the stabilizer in it . My stihl is 15 years old never had a problem yet .Leaf blower is 12 . Nether tool has had to be worked on . Cheers great vid and great idea

[@tkskagen]

I also now use "Marvel Mystery Oil" (Follow Directions on Bottle) in all my Gas Cans with 93 Octane Fuel (E85)...

[@milesquesnel2821]

I use Aviation (100LL) in all my equipment including my 2 stroke racing Go Kart. So lawnmower, trimmer, etc. It is amazing if your local airport will sell you some. Last I purchased in July 2022 it was $230 Litre/CDN.

[@glenmiller7294]

My method: I use non-ethanol 91 w/Stihl synthetic in ALL 2 cycle. Sits all winter, 6 primes in spring, starts right up every time !!

[@thepopo2323]

I used that method too, no issue at this time

[@shawndavies950]

I have used this for years with no issues ..premium fuel in all equipment before storage and tanks topped up to help prevent condensation .

[@glenmiller7294]

@@shawndavies950 Exactly !!

[@randyheckman3733]

I’ve been doing this in my chain saw and pole saw because I don’t use them very often. It works great!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@owenrobert1333]

I think Steve would also be great at reviewing beers. Would love to see video's of that. As long as he doesn't stop these videos. BRILLIANT 👍 INFO AS ALWAYS. FROM 🇬🇧

[@ronaldbryant7710]

I use still fuel only and I don’t have any problems with starting coming out of winter.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Ronny...

[@elmermason9685]

Thanks Steve. I just bought a new Husqvarna string trimmer and all I use is the SUPER FUEL and it runs great. I figure, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. You are right that it is more expensive than the regular 2 cycle mix but I figure it will pay for itself in the long run. I love your videos Steve. Please keep em comin. Take care buddy.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good to hear!

[@kzoll3546]

Hey Steve what about using super fuel to store a John Deere rider mower? Or do you have another way of winterizing the gas in a rider mower?

[@ccadama]

@k zoll. That's what I use (called 4 cycle fuel) like Trufuel to winterize my mower. Run my mower till the gas station gas runs out. Fill some 4 cycle Trufuel in and run that through for a few minutes. Then store my mower for the season. So far, that's worked for my 11 year old Honda mower. Hope that helps.

[@burnerloco4138]

I’ve been using the stuff for 3-4 years and it works great my saws, leaf blower and weed eater all start right up. 👍

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@1903bretep]

Steve: All I have done for the last decade or so is empty the tank, purge the carburetor of fuel using the priming bulb and tip that bit of fuel out too then start the machine until it stalls and that's it job done, have never had a problem starting come the spring time. I don't buy the one about diaphragms going brittle without fuel present. If that were true they would be brittle right out of the packet new if left on the shelf a while, never seen that happen have you ?

[@Witschor]

Ethanol let them get brittle and drys them out. When Fuel gets bad it becomes sour and it kills the Diaphrams rapidly. Also the Aluminium gets corroded .I have changed dozens of them here in "Ethanol" Germany. Mostly on Chainsaws , while used once a year and stored in a Gardenshed.

[@darrelhoeffner3914]

Thanks Steve, I have many Stihl machines and what I have always done is purchase ethanol free fuel and add Stabil. I rarely have issues starting my equipment. Thanks for all of your wise thoughts and advice.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks for sharing

[@FredFlintstone21]

Thank you for taking the time to make this informative clip!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Our pleasure!

[@37yearsofanythingisenough39]

I have always started every small engine I own every month of the year. I have suggested it to others that have had problems once the problem has been resolved. I often wonder how many follow through with it. This is without a doubt the best advice you have ever given. This, along with keeping ethanol out of a small engine, will keep your engines humming along year after year, season after season.

[@bentullett6068]

I tend to recommend using a fuel stabiliser or a two stroke oil with a fuel stabiliser in a low ethanol percentage fuel in the UK or start looking into using the ethanol free fuels. The pump fuel in the UK will be changing in 2021 to the grade you are currently using so we will be seeing more fuel issues on a daily basis.

[@b.j.devereux2297]

Last year I started running my trimmer, chain saw and blower on the good stuff. I don't use them much so figured it was worth it, a bonus is these high revving really seem to love this stuff. I run a half tank through the mower on the last cut of the year too.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great point!

[@mattclary2069]

Crazily, I use that true fuel all the time now. Saves a little effort and works good every time

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great point!

[@tatermater2613]

I use only high test non ethanol fuel forl my sthil weedeater. In winter I add a bit of stabil and this has worked for 4 years without any issues. Much cheaper than super fuel, but I see the value of this type of product if one is using cheapo alchohol laden pump gas. Good video..thanks

[@SuperJiggawhat]

That is a great idea man.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@tomgallant6279]

Hey Steve another great video. Last year I emptied the old gas, ran the machine dry. Put in "super fuel" ran for a few minutes then emptied it and ran the machine dry again. Re-used the super fuel in the next machine. Alway great watching you do your magic.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great job!

[@richardchayer6597]

I have been telling my customers this for 3 or 4 years now

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@sergeipepper7213]

Yes Steve it works for me I've done this in my snow thrower for 4 years and every year I pull it out first pull or 1/8 of a pool I should say

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@reivertomwilson4959]

I must be the only one in the World that never has a problem starting my equipment in the Spring. The only fuel I use is 93 octane with Stihl oil mix. I have a 1992 model Stihl string trimmer and I've replaced the carb once and that's all I've done. All my other 2 strokes run on the same mix with the same results. No I don't work for Stihl!

[@pootthatbak2578]

Agreed same here..my two stihls. Weedeater, which rests the winter and blower used occasionally all winter are very durable. Dont trust residential honda stuff..thats the gear that needs this treatment

[@reivertomwilson4959]

@@pootthatbak2578 I have a Honda tiller that runs great, but that's a different subject!

[@descargaelbano]

Thanks for this info. As a homeowner that barely uses his equipment all I use is the canned fuel in my echo CS 590 chainsaw and Stihl blower. Glad to know that it is saving my equipment, as I've been hesitant in the past to buy any gas powered equipment because of this. Every time I go to use them they have fuel-related issues

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks for sharing

[@flick22601]

I thought Steve was going to fill the tank with beer.

[@mikesany8099]

Me too

[@Ross_Dugan]

He fills Steve’s tank with that fuel.

[@revolution_9]

Thanks Steve, you're the best ! --- You're right, "MotoMix" is not cheap, but it's a lot cheaper than a repair job...

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@tertessa]

Love that idea....

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Me too!

[@PelicanIslandLabs]

Great advice! I do the EXACT same thing with my Honda 4 stroke generator. Yes, I do use 50:1 in the gen! Works GREAT for storage.

[@falc302]

I'm going to watch this with a beer.

[@donhurst8459]

Cheers.

[@buddyg1408]

Pbr for me 😀

[@zmanvideo1]

thank you Steve. Since 1998 I have been using the stihl brand 2 cycle oil along with 91 octane ethanol free fuel with a 45:1 mix ratio, I empty out the fuel tank and run the engine until it stops before storing for the winter. The unit is a Stihl BG75 blower, all original, made in USA, starts in 2-3 pulls every time. Love your channel, thank you for your tips and for saving me money!!!

[@bigDwood]

We winterize with it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@justinbaldwin1981]

I use av gas. Never had a problem starting them in the spring after being stored over the winter

[@michaelholt488]

Hi Folks, It's about the same with all engines that we put away for the winter. I worked on boat motors and if we ran them like we do our cars, we seldom would have problems with them.

[@danmoro1526]

This is the way I've storing all my equipment with small engines for years. Have never had an issue with any of them. thumbs up

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@jamesretired5979]

If you have a Pilot friend have him get some avgas at the airport guaranteed good for 3 years. It will actually last years longer.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Jimbo...

[@rbarr775]

I purchase the 91 octane MOGAS at our local airport for my generator, which might sit for a few seasons, and for the premix for a two-stroke snowthrower. It's about a ten minute drive and $4 per gallon, but it solves so many problems! My new Echo trimmer gets the TruFuel diet.

[@adrianjanssens7116]

I made my comment before I read yours. Thank you.

[@andybecker2693]

I buy a 5 gallon pail of Sonoco Optima 95 for my small engines on my farm. It has no lead or ethanol in it and is still a lot cheaper than canned fuel.It’s good for 3 years.

[@louisbelzil3105]

Avgas is really stable but it’s leaded fuel and you might foul a plug with it.

[@Sami-Nasr]

Thank you, just bought the premixed fuel

[@Maxid1]

I don't want to contradict you because you really know your stuff, but I think that can of fuel is going to ruin my battery powered weed eater by the time spring rolls around..

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

LMAO Buddy! You are tooo funny...

[@Maxid1]

@Truth Only I noticed the battery operated ones use a lot less gas. It's been way too many years since I used a gas powered weed machine to make the comparison. When I used gas powered cutter, string trimmers didn't exist yet. And the ones I used back then had 7" saw blades on the ends of 7 ft long thick aluminum tubes, weighed about 20 lbs. It cut 3 inch branches and grapevine no problem ( I worked at an apple orchard). I had 3 of them because they broke often. The battery one I use now seems to work pretty welll but you need more than 1 battery for even small areas. It's a Milwhakee and cuts pretty well. It does go through tbe strings quickly but I'm pretty heavy handed.

[@Maxid1]

@@jamesl9686 Variable speed trigger.

[@dustyvanbrocklin4731]

I have always used MotoMix from Stihl. A plus too it other that the being super fuel it doubles the warranty for your Stihl machines when you buy them.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great point!

[@dustyvanbrocklin4731]

Steve's Small Engine Saloon maybe you could bring that point up when you do a video. I don’t think many people know this.

[@jetah50]

*pulls battery from weed eater* me: ok. it's winterized!

[@karltonbuisch5074]

Great video. I have been using the tru fuel 50:1 for many years and my equipment starts every time without issues.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good stuff!

[@5556ranger]

I just use non ethanol gas and stabled have no problems whatsoever

[@davidlane-godbold1931]

Steve, I here what you are saying, but I have already adhered to your advice and use fuel stabilizer all year round for all garden engines plus fully synthetic 2 stroke mixture and I have no issues with starting, came home today a tree across the drive and my saw fired up just fine after over a month (I must be more vigilant!) We currently have 5% ethanol in the UK but set to rise to 10% if we all survive that long so that may have a bearing. Staying safe in the countryside, hope you all are too. Cheers, David.

[@Maxid1]

Weed eater Exorcism... wait you said exercise...

[@dedomv11]

In Dallas Texas we don't worry about winterizing. We just cut the grass all year long. Well we may not cut the grass on the third week of January but that's about it. Heck I plant my garden mid February.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

LOL! Stop rubbin it in Vince...

[@A3Kr0n]

We have to winterize every year? Crap.

[@ronhibbs7490]

I have used the VP brand fuel for two years and haven't needed any repairs yet. When I used pump gas I spent more on repairs for my stihl weed eater than it cost me new.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@garyalensr]

Steve, I have to say I absolutely love your channel!!! You keep everything to the point and your info is spot on. You are correct about that fuel being expensive, but I run True-Fuel in my Tractor, weed Wacker, push mower and since I started using this haven't had any issues I did when I used pump fuel🙂🙂. Thank you for all your super informative videos, I've fixed alot of my equipment and saved alot of $ because of your videos

[@howardkoster4026]

That sounds like how I used to winterize my motorcycle using the gas stabilizer. GREAT tip! Steve, if I may, I'd like to say thanks on your video about restoring old bearings. (6203-2RS). I have a small collection of pulleys (3) that the bearings are frozen. I WAS going to order & replace them. I saw your video, and I thought, GEE, I used to clean and re-pack my car's front wheel bearings. THIS IS GREAT! Now I'm ahead by 3 pulleys and it only cost me a can of brake cleaner and a can of the air- duster.. THANKS!!!!!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@herenow2895]

In the Uk, we tend to look after our machinary about as well as we look after our teeth. This is good advice, Steve, simple and straight forward. Cheers. I've never seen the super fuel for sale over here, but as soon as I find some, I'm gonna start brushing with it :)

[@Ryan-td3td]

so I don't need to anything that I didn't do yesterday. This was the perfect video for me. Thanks,

[@fiveobob]

Steve great video. Quick question. I am able to buy the un doctored unleaded. Old school No additives. Lots of folks here use it for the boat motors and of course small engines . Is this just as good as the super fuel????

[@markchislett5548]

Steve, I found this video last year and followed your advice..I use Stihl super fuel on my stihl grass trimmer and chainsaw. Las t fall I topped up both and left in my garage. Yesterday I primed the grass trimmer and it started first pull😀. Will try the chainsaw on the weekend and expect the same result. Thanks for the suggestion

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great job!

[@markt538]

A good quality 2 cycle oil is a fuel stabilizer. And I run 50:1 in my Stihl equipment and in late fall the last few tanks through the mower are 50:1. Upper cylinder lube and fuel stability just in time for winter. In the spring, a couple slow pulls to move things around then one to start. Retired a 32 yo Lawnboy using this method. Reliable every year without fail.

[@Saul2PaulCatholic]

That's the best advice I've heard! I used to work as a small engine mechanic and I would dread that bad gas smell every Spring.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great point!

[@deszelldaniels9522]

Lol. Love the video. I was in the Dollar Store today and all of their VP, SEF Brand cans were $1.25 a can with 5 year shelf life(unopened). I bought 8 cans.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

WOW!!!!!Right on

[@captnmike597]

Steve is one of the good guys! I've learned a lot from him and I can almost hear my yard equipment thanking me for the improvements in their treatment.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@lbbw1999]

I bought a gallon size container of trufuel a few weeks ago just for this reason . This past spring, three stihl saws needed carbs, plugs, fuel lines/filters.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@kobelcofan]

I like running it during the winter so much that I end up running it more often than once a month. Neighbors think I'm nuts but my stuff always runs no matter what. I haven't had a clogged up carb in years.

[@johnbannister501]

I learned my lesson when I stored my trimmer in my garage all winter....when I started it up in the spring the engine failed. What happened is I had the trimmer tilted down slightly so all the water vapour condensed in the cylinder head and built up over the cold months...causing the engine failure. So I love Steve's suggestion to start up the tool every month to renew the combustion components and get rid of the condensation. I also was shown to store my trimmer with the carburator up higher than the water will not collect in it

[@Leonardokite]

Holy IPA, what a simple and effective idea. It cost a few dollars, but way less then considering the time to mess around with all the other rigmarole. Thank you thank you thank you. My chain saws are going into hibernation soon and this will be a great timesaver. Well worth the bucks. I will add a tad of oil to the container to bring it up to 40:1 ..... My preference. If someone has trouble with the "tad" numbers, I would be glad to help once the IPA wears off snicker snicker. ...OUT!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Buddy...