Fixing A Craftsman Trimmer That Someone Gave Up On.

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Thanks for watching. They had given up, on this trimmer and after working on it, I realized why.

[@nick_nt7574]

Last week I bought two trimmers at a yard sale for a reasonable price, both have identical motors and carbs like in this video but are much older. One of them is having the issue presented on the video, and I'm confident that I can get both of them running like new again. I am thankful to have learned valuable information from you.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Nick_NT, I appreciate this comment a lot.

[@robertroberts9782]

Fuel air and spark

[@aros007z]

@@robertroberts9782- forgot compression

[@robertmehlfelderbob]

The idea of an electric start is very convenient. What I don't understand is why it has to seal the fuel system. That seems like a poor design in my opinion!!!

[@daboomer2277]

​@@aros007z And timing

[@lewiemcneely9143]

I've never seen this either but I've never been this far into an 2-cycle either as far as internals. Glad you found the trouble! BLESSINGS!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

You and me both!

[@unicornsteaks6769]

I bought this trimmer and edger attachment about 5 years ago. Always rand the 50:1 premixed fuel. Still running strong.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice!

[@fordodgeyt]

You and your videos helped me repair an abused mower

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I appreciate your time and I'm glad I could help

[@fordodgeyt]

@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Your always the man for the job ;)

[@jasonmurphy844]

Thank you for your in depth analysis and great advice ! Had a loose cover on my Homelite leaf blower held in by four torx bolts. Tightened them all and it fired on the first try ! Has been running great for several weeks now . Thanks to you I have learned that if a 2 cycle isn’t sealed properly , it won’t run. 😊

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Glad it helped and you did a great job fixing it too!

[@matthewpiper1421]

Awesome, you got a decent runner👍

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

it's not bad to be honest, Just a bit heavy for me.

[@christopherchang115]

I ain’t gonna lie we had one of these and used it to do 8 lawns every 4 weeks and it lasted 4 years before it finally said No Mas. I ain’t even complaining it definitely did the job but getting it to start was always a hassle, even after installing carbs plugs and filters! Another great video as always keep up the great content!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

It's nice to see someone vouching for these little guys. You got your moneys worth out it. Thank you Chris's garage

[@christopherchang115]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE yup we definitely did! Thanks home garage

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem

[@RussellBooth1977]

I only experienced a similar issue about 22-23 years ago as an apprentice where Ryobi wasn't giving us much training when it came to servicing line trimmers as a service agent. My manager who had over 40 years of experience in repairing power tools as well as rewinding electric motors was stumped when a line trimmer wouldn't start,he followed Ryobis advice & replaced the carburettor but it wouldn't start after 8 hours of trying to figure out what was wrong with it. He said that he may as well let me have a crack at it so he handed the job over to me & I thought to check the gasket which was sandwiched between the cylinder & the insulator block which is fitted between the cylinder & the carburettor on a brand new machine ? The gasket was surprisingly damaged when it was fitted at the Ryobi factory so I ordered a new gasket, fitted it & the engine started & ran right away !

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice work!

[@electroddxful]

Great job and video. I’m learning something new every time you post a videos 🙏👍🙏👍

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

It's always nice to see you In the Comment section RayFpv. I hope you're doing well

[@Turningwrenches85]

Usually half the time for a 2 cycle equipment is either the carb , fuel issue or the diaphragm on the carb for it non running or somewhat running . Nice work getting it going again 🔧

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Turningwrenches85!

[@Turningwrenches85]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE your welcome

[@Bigalhunting]

Awesome as usual! New issue to learn, thanks for posting.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Al Bowman!

[@FrankRuiz66]

I own the exact same trimmer.. Got it at Lowe's years ago but the only thing I've done differently is I added a Shakespeare bump feed head and I use true fuel every other fill up and for the end of the season. The True Fuel seems to make my 2 cycle equipment last season after season.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes, using canned fuel, is the bet advice I have for someone using 2 stroke equipment. It's amazing stuff.

[@OldChief3854]

Have almost the same, probably a year newer (no mechanical start). I also have the Shakespeare head on it also. The factory head is trash. Put a new carb on mine this year, thanks to Home Garage and other similar KZbin channels. It runs like a champ now. I'd go with Stihl but I have too many attachments for this system.

[@Nukemann64]

​@@OldChief3854 actually buddy. Stihl kombi motors have the square shaft receiver for non Stihl branded attachments! I have a km130r, and I use my MTD/poulan pole saw, hedge trimmer, and brush cutter attachment on it all the time. :) There's a slight "lining up" issue, and you sometimes have to move the attachment slightly to get it to "seat", but they are fully functional! Just an FYI in case you ever wanna upgrade to a Stihl kombi motor!

[@OldChief3854]

@@Nukemann64 Thanks. I appreciate the info. Definitely worth looking into.

[@nattofirstofthefermented]

I have a slightly newer model of the same trimmer but with no electric start. Last winter I was doing a long session of blackberry chopping and noticed I ran out of gas really quickly. I blamed myself for not putting the gas cap back on, but it seemed okay. Then it wouldn't start anymore. I blamed my gas mix, which should have also been okay (and has never hurt my chainsaw). It was only 4 months old and I got it so cheap at Lowes that I didn't want to pay anyone to fix it. I watched so many videos and ended up replacing the carb, spark plug, filter, gas cap. Still nothing. I wish I found this video earlier. I took off the plastic back and sure enough there were signs that the back had loosened and that's where all my gas went. Thank you so much!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem and thank you

[@tonydavila6594]

I have that same trimmer with that same Issue (It won't stay on), now I feel confident working with it. Thank's for this Video... 👍👍👍👍👍

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Glad it helped

[@jasonlawrence6209]

I also bought two weed wackers identical to the one in this video at two separate garage sales one last year and one the year before. The first one I got guy said he replaced carb and fuel lines but still wouldn't run and it was for the same reason. The loose screws on the starter. The second one just needed new fuel lines, primer bulb, filter, and carb cleaned. Both have worked great ever since.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

very nice work!

[@diggerman190]

Yes, those trimmers blown that o ring constantly and the models without the electric start they tend to eat out the plastic seal with the shaft

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you for the information

[@Cjewell0422]

Edit- well now I see it's not getting any fuel in the lines or bulb. Now gotta see what's causing that. Maybe replace lines snf bulb or just the bulb? My craftsman gas trimmer only wants to start on choke but dies when I Give it fuel. So that's why Iam here. I figure I'll start with the gas and filters. Unless anyone has some suggestions? I figure it's like a car you just have to work down a list of possible causes. I've never messed with a trimmer much but I guess im about to learn. I like fixing my own stuff I've fixed my car, washing machine, dryer and many other things so I'm grateful to ppl like you that make these videos! Some of us don't have a ton of money to blow buying new stuff or money to pay to fix things

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

agreed, that's why I'd change the fuel lines, and carb. Comes in kit and is very inexpensive.

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

Hey bro what's up? This was a fairly easy repair and I also learned that even though the trimmer had problems staying running, it was partially the carburetor problem. I am happy to see that you resolved this problem quickly bro.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I agree thank you Ramadin Sookhoo!

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE you're welcome bro

[@RussellBooth1977]

It's a fairly easy repair but it's a fault which stumps a whole lot of people !

[@jwayne777]

Great video🎉! 1500 grit sandpaper to the clutch would help the head spinning from sticking.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

great advice!

[@GuysPlayingWithTools]

I get a lot of those where the person probably wouldn't have touched it. It makes it more interesting LOL

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

make Sense right?

[@GuysPlayingWithTools]

@INSIDE HOUSE GARAGE yeah... nobody lets me land airplanes or do their dental work because I don't know how... but everyone with a screwdriver is willing to open up a carb. 🤣

[@allegory7638]

Loose crankcase cover, gonna have to remember that one, glad I watched this! I also didn't know about that Craftsman starter module, pretty slick!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I know, first time for me too. Thank you Al Legory.

[@subjectofgov]

I have the Troy built version, same thing and has the starter option. Amazon has a tool to put in a drill that does the same thing for ten bucks. Fantastic option.

[@brianking1138]

I have had that issue at least once.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Brian King

[@wlcmetomcyds]

i just found a trimmer on the side of the road today in a trash pile, I came to this video for ideas. thanks for the info.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem and good luck with it

[@rodola647]

Did you get it started?

[@wlcmetomcyds]

@rodola647 I did get it running. I had to adjust the idle screws, and it ran great. Let it sit for a little while and it won't start again lol

[@tdumford1]

gotta love easy repairs.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes although I still took the long scenic route to get to the answer

[@butler386]

Hmm I have never seen a trimmer that had an electric start. That would be helpful to me. But heaviness is also a concern for me. Great video.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you and yes I works great but it doesn't seem to last though

[@petel6788]

AWESOME!!!! Had a Craftsman since 2018 that I got from an eBay lot sale of big box store items that were returns. Been running it since then with a piece of rubber hose on the carb throttle arm to get it to run right fine since then, but this year it just DIED and wouldn't start. Tried a cheap $15 eBay carb, could start it with a drill motor but NOT by hand. Bought a carb from eReplacement parts and SAME issue. Googled the issue "can only start with a drill" (or something) & saw this video. I went out this morning & tightened the 3 torx screws, went to start it (it started) and then restart it and it worked PERFECT both times!!!! I'll try it again tomorrow, but I figure it should do the same thing, THANKS!!!! NEVER, would have considered that, but I did wonder where that fuel/oil mix was always coming from, and NOW I KNOW!!!!

[@petel6788]

OH YEAH, doesn't have that piece of rubber hose GOOPed onto the throttle arm anymore......so that carb was out of adjustment or just junk from the beginning, most likely both. BUY quality 1st and you won't have to deal with this stuff (Stihl, Echo, etc...)

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem and I'm glad it worked for you.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

agreed

[@theguy9208]

I got one of these last year as a rustler brand (identical, but orange) lightly used for $50. I use it for my business as a secondary so its probably had 100 hours put on it with nothing done, it even started right up just last week after sitting all winter with gas in it, along with all my other equipment lol

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

wow, what kind of fuel do you use?

[@theguy9208]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE just 91 from the pump, and cheap echo 2 stroke oil

[@john_duncan]

I just killed mine today. Popped the chain off the pole saw attachment because some metal was near where some vines were. After putting the chain back on the thing wouldn't fire up, So I smashed the whole thing into about 5 different pieces.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

wow!

[@shrek1696]

Great video! Thanks for the info! I would love to see if there is a way to fix the chainsaw attachment ( extention ) repair. I have several and they won't turn the saw anymore. The saw works fine with no extention.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

interesting, I'll have to give it a shot and see if mine has an issue too. thanks

[@joannemurray3628]

Excellent video. Straightforward and good closeups on everything you’re doing. Might give it a go myself.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I hope you do and thank you

[@brucetirado5042]

I am also working on one that has the same problem. It is missing bolt screws and I have done everything under the sun to make this run better so tomorrow I will figure out how to get some screws for that back part.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

good luck with it.

[@N-T-W]

Great video bro thanks for the inspiration

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

No problem 👍

[@davidburns6298]

I'm very informative thank you

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem

[@leodanryan966]

I had one of these two days ago. I couldn't get the bumper thing off to replace the line. It was also very heavy so I put it out for free. It started every time.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

did you consider that the bump head might have been "left hand thread"?

[@leodanryan966]

@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Yep, but it wouldn't come off either way. I hated it anyway. Dang thing probably weighed 25 lbs.

[@TheMongo1357]

I acquired this same model trimmer and its not running either! I will follow the steps you did here and see if that fixes the issue? I need one of those electric start units for mine!!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

if you go the electric starter route and have a decent power drill, just get the adaptor, it's much cheaper

[@kelvincooper1320]

Thanks!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Hey thank you very much for the Super Thanks, I appreciate it

[@randyc2525]

Thanks for another great video. I got that same exact trimmer. Same year and everything. Rebuilt carb. Has 90 on compression but very low to no spark. What should I do next????? Thanks in advance.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks Randy Cody for the comment. I would remove the coil, and clean the metal contact areas where it would touch the engine. Then I would use a business card to re-gap the coil.

[@roopnarinegajadhar3304]

Thank a bro learn new thing bless from trinidad

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Hello Trinidad!

[@kevodean]

i got a craftsman tb2044xp, very similar to this one, ive only use the expensive premix fuel since i bought it new and its a few years old, i did let it sit for a few months during the winter but when i went to use it around spring time it would only run with the choke on, even after letting it warm up for a while. do you think its that screen in the carb? i havent touched anything/adjusted anything since it was working flawless, i did take the air filter off to see if it would operate without and it does the same still

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

the screen on the carb is a fail safe if the fuel filter should happen to come off the line. Have you looked in the tank and checked that it hasn't come off? Otherwise the carb only needs to be adjusted for a bit more fuel.

[@toddosterhout9866]

Hey bro so I’ve learned a ton from you and for that I thank you! Right now I’m stumped on something…So I found a home lite 26 cc trimmer. I bought a carb with fuel lines filter and air filter. I got it to start after I replaced everything but it wouldn’t restart. Compression was 155 psi and has spark. I tried to adjust carb but nothing is working. Any ideas? Thanks in advance

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

do me a favor, put a few drops of fuel into the spark plug hole and try starting it. If it starts runs you have a carb issue, If it does nothing then your engine might be flooded. If it's flooded try to unflood it

[@williamlobl7822]

Would the idle screw need to be adjusted if the engine won't idle? I have the exact craftsman model you repaired in this video.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

it might help but increasing the idle is only masking the real issue which is a carb problem

[@raphaelwisdom3054]

Good day, got one these the other day, what I saw was oil all over it , try pulling the pull cord it did not go up all the way, it seemed to be jammed what would cause all this and worst of all I was told that it has never been used( give me some ideas)

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sure, if oil was every some might have made it into the combustion chamber and its hydro locking on the oil

[@insanitology]

My dad just gave me his old craftsman weed wacker from like 20+ yrs ago. It hasn't been started in over a decade. I just took it apart COMPLETELY. I had some scoring on the piston and cylinder walls that I very carefully sanded down (there's still scoring, but it's been heavily reduced, and there's a noticeable improvement in compression). The gasket between the upper and lower parts of the cylinder was complete shot so I used an ultra black gasket maker. Everything was cleaned, and then I began reassembly. Every other gasket seemed to be in decent shape as well as the diaphragm. I'm not sure why, but I decided to back the gaskets up with the slightest amount of gasket maker as I reassembled. My question is... is that OK? I realize that you're really not supposed to use a gasket maker with a gasket, but I don't see the big deal. I also replaced the fuel lines and bulb because they were dry rotted. So in short, I rebuilt the motor and the carb salvaging everything I could. I cleaned every nook and cranny and resealed everything. New fuel lines, new bulb, new spark plug, new air filter. The O Ring or rear main seal is in good shape, but should I replace it anyway? Is there anything I'm missing?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

to answer your question, I would not put sealer on the gasket, but you're free to try. I would check the compression with a gauge though, there's a difference in having good compression and "enough" to start and run.

[@insanitology]

@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE good call because I been yankin this thing since I left the comment 😆 this weed wackers about to end up in the crick.

[@andybub45]

Ive seen a similar trimmer with that exact issue, however one of the bolt holes had actually stripped out and the bolt was missing. Ended up getting scrapped. Not a very good design to make the plastic shroud a part of the crankcase cover.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes I can agree with that

[@kietlu3368]

What kind of cleaning solution do you use to clean the weed eater before you work on them? Thanks!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem, I use the only degreaser Harbor Freight sells, it comes in a gallon jug

[@arthurjones5214]

I have a TroyBilt TB22 that was always hard to start. I was using it and it died. Gas was good. I replaced the carb. no change. Replaced the coil still no change. I checked the spark by pulling the new plug and laying it on the head. Spark looks good, not great. Could you suggest the next steps? Thanks

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sure have you checked the oil? Pull the dipstick, wipe it clean, reinstall it and then pull out and read the level

[@arthurjones5214]

It is a two cycle engine.

[@user-ix5tf8ig9s]

I have a 4 stroke troy bilt seed wacker wouldnot start even electstart i lost the fuel lines diagram, I have bought a new carb. and a primer bulb( the bulb with 3 ports) any help would help a lot thanks dave.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sorry I haven't done a break on the 3 lines yet.

[@brucetirado5042]

I will check that tomorrow. It is a four cycle and if not, maybe you can help me out with getting it going, right

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sure just ask

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

My first guess with this machine was the crankcase was full of fuel, causing a partial hydrolock condition, evidenced by seeing kickback twice when you first tried to pull it over. I would have then pulled the spark plug and inverted the engine to dump out any excess fuel. The spark plug would also have been very wet at that point. I could be wrong but I think the ultimate cause being an air leak may be confirming my theory.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes it certainly seemed to be hyrdolocking when I was pulling on it.

[@hosocat1410]

I notice you open the throttle when you are starting. I usually have better luck if I don't touch the throttle while pull starting. If I open the throttle while pulling I sometimes flood the engine.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

reading your manual, and follow what it says.

[@LG-ig2ky]

What is a good and lowest compression for this engine?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I would like to see it at least 100 psi. Lower than that would indicate serious wear

[@scottmccandless8111]

Please correct me if I'm wrong but at 11:48 you said you were going to turn the "L" screw counter clockwise 1/4 turn but it looks like you are actually turning it clockwise. I played it back many times to be sure and it really looks like you are turning it clockwise. Can you confirm which, and is it important which way to turn it?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

unfortunately you can't tell because I didn't show the handle, and only the metal end. But to increase fuel flow, counter clockwise is the direction we'd need to turn it.

[@scottmccandless8111]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Okay thanks. My craftsman is only about a year old and I could not get it started the other day. After cleaning the carb real good it will start for a brief second while choked but quickly dies and won't start again no matter what the choke setting is on. So frustrating. I guess I'll get a adjustment tool and hope that works. Any other ideas or advice? Thanks!

[@glennminix6900]

I have Craftsman weed eaters you have to prime it a couple times then turn the choke hold the gas it dies

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I would consider replacing the carb

[@jerrysoutherland662]

I have a trimmer like this,and the pin holding the connecting rod on the crankshaft back out,broke the plastic back cover.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

wow, that's the first I've heard to that .

[@jacobhicks7612]

Hello just wanted to ask if you've been coming across new ish small 2 stroke equipment that won't run no matter what you do I owe a small engine and outboard shop and after market and new items I've had come in won't run right and it's been a small pinched peace of gasket or just rubber material stuck in the center of the main fuel jet in the middle of the carb body I've thought it's been kinda wild but haven't seen any videos of anyone running across this yet? Kinda makes me think of how many carbs I've probably trashed and that was the problem

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no from what I've seen so far, I haven't seen that yet, although the season is still early so I'm going to give it some time.

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

You said the filter screen needed cleaning but you also removed the inlet needle, etc. I’d like to clarify that if one only wanted to clean the screen it’s easy enough to do by holding it with a pair of pliers or large tweezers and spraying with carb or brake cleaner.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

that works too, and yes, I only realized that it needed cleaning, after installing it, and then realizing fuel wasn't passing thru it.

[@glennminix6900]

Do you know where to get a straight shaft mine is a curved shaft and I love to have a straight shaft like the one that you have on the weed eater

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

unfortunately it would have to used

[@JulietteSasek]

Our craftsman has a clogged exhaust issue I think, because we have an echo that I took to a guy who only deals in echos and that was the problem it had. Same symptoms. I can’t figure out how to get to the exhaust system easily. Any tips?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

on most craftsman trimmers the exhaust is not a serviceable part like it is on the echo. You have to replace the muffler

[@JulietteSasek]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE ok, thanks so much for your reply!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem

[@petesbeats483]

I had a craftsman wc210 and I had the piston spontaneously self destruct. The crankcase was full of broken piston bits and the bottom was cracked. Is this normal?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no it is not, but I've never heard it doing that either. I'm leaning towards a quality control issue on the piston

[@RealWickedAlliance]

I have a Stihl Ms210 chainsaw and I have a kinda weird problem. My chainsaw runs and I'm pretty sure it sounds good it has no issues other then I can't change the idles rpm, I turn the screw in and out and it doesn't seem to change anything. The high and low speed screw do make a difference but I feel like the idle needs to be lower. Any ideas?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

have you tried to turn the idle screw, clockwise, all the way in?

[@RealWickedAlliance]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE I did and the idle goes up but turning it out stops changing the idle after maybe 1 full turn or so

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

The L screw has a massive effect on the idle, IF it's turn out too far, the idle will be very low, and almost caused the engine to stall. Do you know how many turns out, the L screw is? if it's past 2.5, you might need to service the carb and put new diaphragms in it.

[@RealWickedAlliance]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE on the chainsaw it says 1 turn out so I believe that's where I put it.

[@zkawaz9005]

Was that SimpleGreen you used to clean it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no it's a purple power cleaner bottle with Harbor Freight degreaser in it.

[@whitemotorco.9964]

Hey brother. What kind of app are you using for the free equipment

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I use Craigslist and FB marketplace

[@williamrogers3511]

Maybe this has already been covered but that carb doesn’t look OEM. Only way i know is because i have same weed eater and i just bought cheap carb online. Looks just like that one. My original one you couldn’t see screws going into the block and the throttle pivot looks different

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sure there's a chance they changed it in the past.

[@ivanbg5167]

Do you have the part number or link for a metering diaphragm?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sure here's the one I used in the video. amzn.to/3hsOR8F

[@jucanos20r]

The diafragma were you buy those? My, are broken

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I buy them on Amazon.

[@jucanos20r]

Thank you very much for answering, I almost give up on fixing my 4 year old trimmer, till I watched your video.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

good luck to you

[@christophermarshall5765]

First line trimmer I've seen with electric start

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

really? It's a sales gimmick here for us. Most don't use it.

[@christophermarshall5765]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE yes. I've not seen one here in my area. We have electric start mowers.

[@user-mq4oc5wv2x]

Where can I buy on of those pac man tools for carb adjustment

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

there are links in the description of the video and I've added a link in the video as well.

[@user-mq4oc5wv2x]

Thank you. It helped me alot

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem

[@user-mq4oc5wv2x]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE I will use you again and again. You are number one on my recommendation list. It was easy.

[@kravchan]

Great story, thanks 👏👏

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bebolewis4398]

Same model. How about it gathering grass at the top of the head. It just wraps up and kills my trimmer

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes, keeping that area clean is vital to the health of the head.

[@thatmotorizedbikeguy8044]

Could you tell me what app younusrd

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sure, I use craigslist and FB Marketplace

[@Patrick4959]

not to my memory but yeah i know some of us have probably seen it but yeah they are a common problem but an easy fix in this case i reckon etc.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Patrick Stapleton for sharing that with us

[@milan2k11]

When I press the primer bulb no fuel goes in it. I remove it and the rest of assembly, put it back, remove the gas hose and sure enough fuel spils out

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

maybe there's a blockage in your line?

[@BlakeEyers]

what is the website where people post alot of free stuff?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

craigslist and FB marketplace

[@chakrachakra7509]

where are is country how mouch price i for look nepal very like dise

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

not sure

[@zippyzoe]

The link for the metering diaphram is dead.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks I'll change it.

[@subjectofgov]

Looks identical to a Troy- Built

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes it does

[@venturinix]

💪💪💪👍

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you!

[@59BigWalt]

The screen is jacked up

[@arthurjones5214]

It is a two cycle engine

[@haneyoakie14]

Do you think the screws loosened themselves, or was someone in there and left them loose? Great free find, that seems like a nice 3 year old machine.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I honestly believe they were removed at some point, and replaced but not tight enough to stay. They might have forgotten those screw when into metal, so they could be torqued down.

[@GrowingLittleCountryhomestead]

I have never seen one of those electric starters before. Did it come with the trimmer or did you already have one?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I already had it from other projects, and it was an option. They were packaged next to the trimmers at Lowes or Homedepot.

[@davidanderson2523]

Yes, I have had four of those turds at our church, and they are all junk!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

they have their place in the market.

[@robertmailhos8159]

The cost of life is gone up to the point of new lawn care equipment is expensive to The point of the buying it is not a great idea to do that

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I know right,

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE you got that right young man 👍😎

[@josephsnyder9186]

Rope sticks

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

cleaning the spring

[@CuriousKL]

OK, so if I put one of my vehicles on the market and you came to look at them you would see a clean engine bay. Why, because I maintain my vehicles, and that includes cleaning the engine bay. So why is that a problem?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

for me yes, I should see select areas clean, not the whole thing. It's like walking into a room at someones home and that room, has new carpet, paint, and a ceiling fan. I'd would definitely ask, "why has this room been redone?"

[@Rein_Ciarfella]

When the metering diaphragm stayed in both positions as you flexed it, that was a clear indication it needed to be replaced, which you ultimately did, even though you stated it was okay at first. Just clarifying the contradiction. 👍🔧

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes it was a bit sticky however, the metering diaphragm wouldn't move as much, as I was moving it, during the test, I still would have re-used it.

[@necumname5171]

Hi,i bought a new trimmer and when I try to start it it starts for second but then the fuel won't get there😢 Please give me a hint

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

do you mean it's brand new, from the store? If so, take it back and get a refund.

[@breannaoliver6316]

Inside house garage . Porfavor no hable como robots

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no

[@raphaelwisdom3054]

It's a 4 stroke engine

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks I figured as much

[@raphaelwisdom3054]

@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Is there way to repair it or.........

[@raphaelwisdom3054]

@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE could you please give me some advice

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I got nothing

[@raphaelwisdom3054]

Going to to give it look

[@williamsnow1531]

Sorry but I have to disagree with you about the vehicle engine being dirty vs being clean. To me a clean engine tells me the owner takes some pride in their vehicle and keeps everything clean. I myself hose down the dust on my engine every time I wash my truck, but that is my opinion only.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I can understand what you're saying.

[@LeoThePool]

I don't like those style trimmers as their overproduced and their the same with every brand.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

feels that way

[@midwaydoor3568]

Why don't you just pressure wash them instead of hand scrubbing them

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

because choice?