Fixing a Stihl Blower that's Hard to Start...then Runs But Dies - Easy Fix!

How to Fix 2 Stroke Equipment that is Hard to Start, then Runs But Dies including blower, trimmer, weed eater, edger, hedge trimmer & tiller.
Getting your 2 cycle engine to run may be as simple as a slight carburetor adjustment or you may have to do other things.
In this video I will show you how do diagnose and repair a Stihl blower that will start but then dies when you throttle up.
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Although I have been following these procedures for many years; I assume no liability for any damage that may occur to any person or property as a result of the information provided in this video. I take necessary precautions (that I am aware of) when working on these projects but that in no way implies or creates any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any kind of particular result. Any injury, damage or loss of any kind to anyone or their property or anything related to information in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Helping U Online (this video).

[@alsouthern7190]

I wish everything was that easy to fix, good job

[@BBSE29]

Very nice job getting the blower sorted out and it sounds like its running smooth now and thanks for the video. Until next time take care.

[@helpinguonline]

Thanks 👍

[@paulmorrison5533]

An easy fix indeed! Worked great on my blower - Thanks!

[@helpinguonline]

Glad it helped... and way to go!

[@BBSE29]

I subscribed to your channel today I'm looking forward to viewing more of your up coming videos.

[@youamess5]

Easy as pie thanx

[@chrischiampo7647]

I’ve Got This Same Blower a BR-400 In Mint Shape 😀 The Tillitson HD Carb Is a Great Carb and Blower Starts on 3rd Pull Every Time 😀❤️

[@helpinguonline]

Nice 👍

[@dewanehill1435]

Outstanding!!!

[@helpinguonline]

Glad you like it!

[@DD-vf9ow]

It’s one more to check with my still br340, looks like that one. What do you think about fuel filters? I already replaced air filter and I’ll try the fuel mixture adjust, awesome video.

[@helpinguonline]

not sure what your question is about fuel filters... but it is always good to make sure you have a good clean fuel filter to draw fuel from. If it is clogged you will not get fuel to the carburetor to fire the engine.

[@paulblackburn931]

They showed this gauge as a large item. But when I ordered it, it was too small to be used As a construction tool. A bait an switch if you sak me. I would go to home depot or Walmart to get one.

[@kpro11]

Anyone know where to get an air filter cover for this?

[@jasonh8542]

What is the CFM rating for these?

[@Mike-su8si]

My old br420 has other problems im working on and waiting on the new parts its h and L screws are set to the right turns mine has a bad coil. I noticed on alot of peoples stihls older backpack blowers are missing the spark arrestor screen on them mines missing it to but i bought it used as it is and paid $50 for it Was still thinking about upgrading the old br420 carburetor and put on one that has a primer bulb like the newer models have on them then this old model will be a little new falls around the corner so i have to fix mine fast

[@Mike-su8si]

It would be great if thats all mine needed done to it but the guy used and neglected it for a long time so so it wasn't just a simple fix its still a easy fix though because i work on alot of different small engines

[@JG-gf8hs]

What model is this ? (does not appear in the images), Thank you !

[@osso3469]

Br400

[@christopherlawrence5357]

how do I fix (same back pack blower in this video) that wont start unless Im pulling and pulling on the dang cord like 20 times before it finally starts?

[@clarkgarrison7091]

wish you would break it down. i have a br350 i cant get started.

[@mikethomforde7326]

What if when it’s hot it bogs down and won’t stay running?

[@helpinguonline]

If it quits running when it gets hot but will start again when it cools off… Your ignition coil may be starting to go bad. When it’s hot and it quits check and see if you have spark to test

[@King1614]

Mine has this problem but when I get it running and I cut it off, it won’t start back. Or if I run it out of gas, it won’t start back.

[@helpinguonline]

Sounds like a fuel problem. I have a video coming out tomorrow of a lawn mower that was doing the same thing...if you want to check that out it may give you some ideas

[@King1614]

@@helpinguonline I did adjust the fuel and it helped a lot on the cold start, but didn’t help any in a hit start.

[@et1523]

Well you put fresh gas in it? Ok fixed

[@johnlogan5152]

No, had to adjust the carb