Fix a running problem, Ryobi Backpack Blower

[@machmusle]

I've had the same blower for 5 year. With correct and regular maintenance even lower end machines will last. Very satisfied with unit.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you John Leighton, I appreciate you vouching for them.

[@robfoss4011]

I have the Ryobi handheld leaf blower and I think I need to make a couple of adjustments with the carburetor part so I'm glad I watch this video oh and I got to change out the spark plug cuz I know it's getting kind of old getting really hard to start

[@johndesch4797]

I loved this blower so much I had bought a second one when the first one didn't run up to speed....After watching this I will work on fixing the first one so both work....etc Thanks so much!!!!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem and good luck

[@butchsmith]

I picked up this exact blower for $15 at a yard sale. They said it runs but "something is funky". When I got home it started easily and would bog down at full throttle. You could feather it up to full speed. Watched your video, ordered the tool for $6 on Amazon, made the adjustments you showed and it have run 4 tanks through it. I have never used a backpack blower before, it works great for blowing grass and pebbles off the driveway. I look at a Ryobi like a Camry, great for getting you from A to B around town and to the next town over, but a BMW is more comfortable. I don't care if my neighbors see me in a Camry, but if money were no issue, I'd probably be in a BMW.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you make a good point.

[@jjj7218]

I started with this blower for my business. Excellent blower for mowing season. I did have to upgrade to stihl 800 for leaf season but other than that. Pretty good blower for the cost

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice replacement blower. Any issues with the br800?

[@jjj7218]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE No problems at all and I love it!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@jjj7218 its definitely on my list to purchase. Thanks

[@barndogschwartz8370]

I own it I'm not embarrassed to own it . It's very easy to work on And it puts out a ton of air.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you are correct it blows a lot of air

[@ronie1337]

Yes, my BP-42 is 11yrs old with various problems along the way. On my 3rd carburetor. there're cheap enough so I just replace them. One challenging problem I had was, I would be blowing just fine and after a while the blower would stop. After it cooled down it would work fine for 20-25 min and stop again. Cool down, start right up run again and Stop. Over and over and over again. I could not for the life of me figure it out. Looked at hundreds of YT videos - nothing. The one time It kinda felt like before it shut down it was starving for gas so i changed the fuel lines - Same problem... On night lying in bed it came to me on a hunch. THE GAS CAP..... yep, the gas cap was not venting. I drilled out the vent and solved the problem - Replaced the gas cap and working fine again.. Go Figure!

[@raycook1503]

I had the BP42 for 12 yrs now. Works awesome Pull rope broke, and waiting on a new one. Would recommend this one to anyone.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you

[@electroddxful]

I have had mine for a long while without any issues. But yet again I work on these. 👍🙏👍🙏

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

for a driveway like your it makes sense! thank you!

[@lukeWiz44]

Yes! Been waiting for the follow up video. Thanks for making.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@bbishop3774]

Picked up one of these yesterday for $20 that wouldn't run full speed without partial choke. When I got it home and inspected it, I noticed the gas in the tank was very dark (almost black) with how much 2 stroke oil was in it. When I pulled the air cover off the air filter was covered with oil. I took the filter off, tuned it to where it should be running and got a new filter on order. When I get the new filter I'll adjust it properly, just wanted to hear it run. It runs awesome now with fresh gas. I wouldn't be ashamed if someone saw me using it, while it's not a Stihl or Husqvarna it gets the job done in most instances especially for non commercial use

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

very nice work, thank you B Bishop

[@SeeMooreVids]

Got the correct adjusting tool. All it took to get blower back to hi speed was 3/4 turn out on hi speed adjusting screw.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Nice work. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@nelsonluciano6641]

you probably dont give a shit but if you are bored like me during the covid times you can watch pretty much all the latest series on Instaflixxer. Have been watching with my brother these days =)

[@kylernolan5402]

@Nelson Luciano Definitely, have been watching on instaflixxer for months myself :)

[@brucemarkham9102]

I dont concern myself with other people's comments, if its for home use it is affordable and runs correctly and does the job just like the overpriced units thats money saved in my pocket, great video keep them coming

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Bruce Markham, and you're exactly right.

[@mikegrier2829]

Just bought the latest version of the Ryobi p, gas-powered backpack blower. Works like a champ. Neighbor across the street has a Stihl unit. If he mentions anything I’ll show him a photo of the $200+ I saved. 😂

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice plan!

[@matteliano454]

I bought one off these BP42's off of Marketplace for $35. Needed adjustment and a new primer bulb. Runs like a champ.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks for vouching for them.

[@TheFoundersofJoy]

Dope video! Encouragement for my travels. Take it easy!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

No problem and thanks for the comment

[@lancejones247]

I don't base my life on anything others think. Great video bro

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Right on Lance Jones.

[@DonaldMang]

I got this unit for free, It was Only use a few times after a hurricane. It than sat 3 years. I just replaced the fuel lines & cleaned carburetor (gas was left in it), adjusted the fuel mixture. Love the machine!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes you're right, these are surprisingly good blowers

[@BigKiwiBBQ]

Very helpful video as I own one and have started having this issue you just showed. I have ordered the Pac Man tool so I can make the adjustment...... then I can take the duct tape off the switch!!! LOL I like my Ryobi BP42 and the other Ryobi tools I own. As long as it works well, I don't really car what color it is or who's name is on it! Thank you so much for your video!!!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

No problem and thanks for the comment I appreciate it.

[@ndskreet]

Where did you order the Pac Man tool?

[@bonniewinters193]

Your Vid did me complete justice. My blower is back 2 new. Would like 2 point out that it is a D Drive and not a Pac Man driver. Had 2 order. TY

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks, my screws were Pac man. Yours won't necessarily be the same.

[@shawnkaley5736]

Have one. Like it. Your video helped me.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem and thanks for the comment

[@JUMBOpin]

What gas were they using for its mixture? I hope it was ethanol-free. Sometimes when you run too much pump gas (with ethanol) the carb gets gummed up pretty bad. Open the dome up and dry that stuff out, use some simple brake cleaner that evaporates.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

im not sure what it was being used in the tank before i got it but i use only 100 percent gas.

[@JUMBOpin]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE by the sound of the chug, could be carb buildup or even fuel line to the carb OR combustion chamber is clogged OR choke is sticking open

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@JUMBOpin those are all good possibilities.

[@cmcnichols4]

Thanks for this; I just picked up a free one this am because "it won't start". I could care less what my neighbors think - pay $500 for a Stihl if you want to.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

No problem and thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@armondbrown5464]

What did you do to get it started?

[@cmcnichols4]

@@armondbrown5464 I used a little starting fluid in the carb - cranked right up. Afterwards I realized that the problem was with the fuel lines - they all dissolved because the previous owners used fuel with ethanol. I bought a carb kit from amazon for ~ $20 and it's as good as new. One man's trash is another man's treasure.

[@armondbrown5464]

@@cmcnichols4 thanks brother, greatly appreciated

[@mracer8]

Is not a matter of if you want to or not. Stihl is just so much better both in performance and the material use. A bit extra money well spend

[@b_dub8414]

I got this one. A store told me the fuel lines messed up and carberator. They quoted $180 so I go buy a new one. Then I realized the parts were less than $20 on Amazon so I fixed it. It still ran the same as before so I'm guessing your video will help me as it needs some tweaking.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

it would appear that way,

[@999thenewman]

Nice job. This was an easy fix!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes quick and easy

[@cpreman]

I have this blower, replaced the carb but haveing a really hard time getting the adjustments right. How do you find the starting point? It starts now with the new carb but any just seems like no matter how much I adjust it bogs down and stalls onc I pull the trigger. I am wondering could it be the tubes to the primer? Which one goes where?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

oh I see, you might have an additional problem which is keeping you from getting a good tune. Have you checked the spark arrestor screen for a clog? If it's clogged, it'll still bog down no matter what you do with the settings. If the bulb is working and the blower is starting, I wouldn't worry about the fuel lines yet.

[@VictorNiner603]

I got a newer version of this for $100. It's worked all season long, but yesterday it failed. Details: - Very hard to pull - Easy to pull when spark plug is out - gas was replaced with known good gas/oil mix - It ran only 3 sparks (sounded very rough), then died.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

So what it sounds like is the engine is flooded with a lot of fuel. Remove the spark plug. Put the plug back in the hole without screwing it in just hold it there. Have someone pull the cord while you allow some air to get past the spark plug. After several pulls screw the spark plug in and see if you can pull the rope. If so replace the wire and try to start it but without choke. I would consider replacing the carb to keep it from doing this again.

[@johnnynguyen2726]

My Ryobi BP42 starts up fine but when I press the throttle, it shuts off. This happened after I put in new 50:1 mix oil gas. Before it was fine. I may have mixed it the wrong ratio. Should I replaced the gas with proper mix or mess with the carburator adjustment? Any thoughts much appreciated.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

go ahead and try to re-adjust the fuel mix I hope it works. if not then try adjusting the screw closer to the engine. turn it out about half turn.

[@johnnynguyen2726]

INSIDE HOUSE GARAGE Adjusted the fuel mix to 50:1 exactly and it does help about 50%, still want to stall out when engine is cold. Will try to adjust the carburetor next. thank you.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@johnnynguyen2726 no problem

[@lucashaller2330]

Yes I would and do! I bought mine off Craigslist for 25 bucks with this same issue time to buy the Pac-Man adjuster! I’d prefer a Stihl like all my other blowers are but you just can’t beat the price

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

very true, the price is definitely a deal maker

[@bieutang4110]

I have a Ryobi backpack blower doesn't pump gas to the carburetor at all. what should I need to do ?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I would replace the carb. There's something wrong inside the carb that will not pump as to it.

[@frankrightbrain]

I bought one like this that wouldn’t start at all. After replacing the carb and getting both low and high speed adjustments made I used it and it ran great, but when I tried to restart it it wouldn’t start until I let it cool off. Any suggestions?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

interesting. I'm guessing the carb might be set a bit heavy on fuel, so cold starts worked great since the extra fuel is welcomed. But when hot, the extra fuel only floods the engine. Otherwise, I would replace the spark plug for an OEM one,.

[@davidsteinfeld9123]

yeah its a typical quurp of the ryoby blower ther made by homelite i have had mine the better part of 6 years now that funny thing is I don't see any body with one at all and I bought it in NY I now live in TN and still Noone with one I don't see them for sale at the home depot either and thats were I bought it still works needs to be tweeked every now and then but for the price of it well worth the money as I still have it and seem to be the only guy who has one as far as running it hard sometimes it will keep up if properly tuned up thats the most common problem with this ryoby blower pretty much the same thing as everything else for movement of fall leaves or clean up if its not hickuping like I was saying for the money its a fine machine I guess I will have mine till it catches fire 🔥 😅 or blows up and catches 🔥

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thank you David Steinfeld for sharing your experience with it. It certainly seems to be working well for you

[@justinossa7349]

great video !

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@TracysTreasures]

I have this problem.. it starts but after a few minutes of use it stalls.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I would try adjusting the carb for a little bit more fuel and I would also consider replacing the fuel cap.

[@scootertuningfl2174]

my mower is covered in oil underneath i assumed its the crank seal but after running it it doesnt leak i just got it and it was old oil any ideas?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

what kind of engine is on it?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

what kind of engine is on it?

[@scootertuningfl2174]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE tecumseh ovrm120

[@sidneysider3338]

what is the spark plug gap with the BP42?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

.025"

[@thesmallenginedoc4504]

What equipment do you use to record

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I use a Samsung phone

[@thesmallenginedoc4504]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE do you use any mounts or stands or do you just hold it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@thesmallenginedoc4504 I use a tripod

[@yazeeck3465]

Ok so i did the steps and it worked but when i use it for a couple minutes and i turn it off i struggle to turn it back on, i have to let it cool, any reasons these happens?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

The tune is adjusted to run good and not to start fine. You'll have to readjust it so that starts better. I'm not sure if it's too rich or too lean, You'll have to try and figure that out.

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

INSIDE HOUSE GARAGE Actually, Ryobi published a couple of revisions to their starting procedures dealing with hot restarts. The one I’m using now has been working for me this afternoon exceptionally well. For what it’s worth, I just broke down the machine yesterday, took apart the carb and found the carb pump side screen covered in paraffin. Also found stray bits in the tank. Got it all back together, fresh gas, primer bulb about 16 times to get it to fill, then choke on and it fired on third pull. Choke off and it started and idled for 2-3 minutes. Went to throttle up and bogging down so I’ve been adjusting the carb screws, which is why I came back to watch this video again. Blower stalled out multiple times as I worked on it and although it’s definitely hot, it starts right up every time using the following factory revised technique. Throttle/cruise control all the way off. Choke on and then off again. What this does is preset the throttle plate very slightly cracked open. Pull cord and it starts right up! Then when you go to throttle up again that resets the plate to manual operation once again. What this procedure does is provide a bit more air to the mixture AND avoid flooding, which happens more often than not when the blower won’t restart hot and operators continue to either choke and pull multiple times or switch to run position and continue to pull. Both those will still flood the engine. The other more common but less successful method with machine is run position and set throttle wide open. This is more for clearing a flooded machine, though it can work to start, although it can take a lot of pulls to clear the flood.

[@Patrick4959]

well for me i,d give it a go and see how it goes for those odd jobs around my place etc.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Patrick Stapleton, I don't have a problem with this blower, it actually works quite well.

[@Patrick4959]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE yep top notch and for me the pull cord would probably be a good location to turn over the motor for some instead of it being vertical etc.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

very true

[@SeeMooreVids]

If it works I’ll use it. My neighbor just gave me his and it’s having this high speed problem. Are these Pac-Man adjusting drivers available at big box stores? Thx. Good vid

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Unfortunately I only see them online

[@JamesXcapesNY]

Amazon

[@norbertomontijo8673]

Any tips for shut off button not killing engine?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes I would replace the bottom, otherwise you'll need to take it apart and clean it.

[@norbertomontijo8673]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE I think you replied to the wrong person. I had a question about the shut off button not killing the engine.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no that response was to you, it auto corrected to "bottom" instead for some reason. It was supposed to be Button.

[@jasonb4350]

I have an experience one but picked up the ryobi for free and the guy said it would not run, I got it home and unstuck the choke and she blows

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice work

[@twitch-clipz]

I can't find the tool, what its the name?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

The pac man carb adjustment tool

[@twitch-clipz]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE great! Thanks

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@twitch-clipz no problem

[@walterstillwaggon9924]

Primer bulb wont reinflate after squeezing on gas ryobi back

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

replace carb, fuel lines and fuel filter.

[@ethansyhavong9314]

Hey mine keeps turning off whenever I pull the throttle

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

adjust the carb or replace it.

[@mohavegreen8137]

I bought this blower but would never touch another one. Echo is my next purchase.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

You and me both

[@pat9112]

How come your channel name is "Inside House Garage" but you outside

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Was supposed to be inside but filming was worse

[@pat9112]

Ah

[@anonimoporsiempre6033]

@@pat9112 🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️🤦🏻‍♂️

[@nachospopthe3rd564]

I just got one if my neighbor doesn't like the look of it then he can blow the yard lol

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you nachospop the 3rd

[@Red-Eagle]

Its probably your magneto. Had one myself. Backpack worked great for a period of time and eventually the magneto went bad and had to be replaced. Runs like brand new. Trust me its not your carb.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

i appreciate sharing your experience with me.

[@t4bd8]

I paid a hundred bucks for mine and had it for 3 years

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you know, I really don't mind this blower because of the cost and what it can do. thank you t4bd8

[@RandyApril57]

I would have started with the spark a ester first

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

That's a heck of a job to do on this particular model. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@jamespeppard9162]

I’m on my second one

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

do you like it.

[@jamespeppard9162]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Yes. Blows a ton of leafs wet or dry. I switched to the fuel in a can and it runs a lot better.

[@jamespeppard9162]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE I been doing little jobs for people on their machines. How should I charge? By the job or by the hr?

[@AALM23]

Is it just me or is the blower wiggling? I know it shakes but his is moving in all directions.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I think you might be right

[@cfbflash5691]

Bro, lol I don’t live my life to impress other people, if the blower works imma use it idc if it’s a husq or stihl or some knock off brand.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

well said.

[@fishingwitheverett157]

No offense I like your your yardwork tool videos but you should try making different content so you can bring more subs and veiws.( BTW I'm your biggest fan I love your videos so that's why I'm giving you the constructive criticism)

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I greatly appreciate your honesty and comment. I have been considering doing projects but I'm having a tough time coming up with what types people might like.

[@anonimoporsiempre6033]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE I think you are doing great job and do the videos you consider good or people may like it, in reality you can't make everybody happy. So just keep going 🤝🏼👍🏼🤝🏼 jan.- 13-2021

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@anonimoporsiempre6033 thank you I appreciate it

[@FUNKINFOREVER-i7p]

1:39 2:06 4:12

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

The blower doesn't have enough fuel from the carb to get it to run right

[@RussellBooth1977]

I'd rather use a hand held leaf blower because I would feel more comfortable using it. As far as carburetor adjustments go they tend to be required as the engine wears but the emission carburetors can be a problem as they haven't got a provision for any adjustment !

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it Russell Booth and you are absolutely correct

[@heathwilson2572]

Ryobi backpack blower is for homeowner use can’t be use for lawn care or landscaping business

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I definitely wouldn't suggest it for commercial work. It's not meant for that kind of work. thank you Heath Wilson.

[@FUNKINFOREVER-i7p]

1:20 2:12 2:13

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Once the carb is adjust to give more fuel it runs better

[@龙源探索]

I have the Ryobi 38cc, 175mph version. I've had more issues with my Stihl equipment, than less expensive Chinese made products. If fact, I will no longer buy anything Stihl as for me it's been a waste of money.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks for sharing your experience with your equipment.

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

That blower will last for a while, but I don't like it.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

A lot of people feel the same way

[@apatterson8128]

Someone gave it to me for free. I would never buy that blower. I've had my Echo Commercial for almost 20 years. I always tell people to buy commercial grade. It will actually save them money and headaches in the future.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I will totally agree with you on that.

[@Cutter-jx3xj]

I have used to Stihl for my landscape business for yrs, everything's Stihl. I bought a back pack blower to keep at my ex gfs house. I DO NOT like it. It's fit is awful and will not stay tuned.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Which model is the blower?

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

That's a piece of junk equipment. 90 percent of 2cycle engine problems is mixers are ran too thin.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

You are correct they are usually set to lean.

[@tahquameken]

Why would I care what my friends think about it? Something wrong with the color or something?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

for the price, there were better options.

[@Marty1959]

Save my money and buy a echo

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Very good choice

[@brendahall7483]

I would rather save up my money to buy a ‘used’ Stihl (my favorite brand). A used Stihl is much better than a new Ryobi. If you take care of it a Stihl will last an eternity.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I believe that you are absolutely correct. Thank you Brenda Hall for the comment I appreciate it

[@elit3401]

Ryobi. Always hard to start. Poor quality. I rather send money on Sthil, Echo or Shindawia.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I understand how you feel

[@felipereyes466]

I don't like ryobi that much

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

You and a lot of other people don't which is perfectly fine. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it