Fixing A Stihl Trimmer That Won't Start

[@patthesoundguy]

Nothing wrong with ordering the aftermarket carb because it's an easy way to at least have a rebuild kit if the cheap carb doesn't work well you can use the parts to try rebuilding the original carb. It's a great plan 😁

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice, I thought it was a good idea .

[@patthesoundguy]

@@HomeGaragechannel Yup it's a fantastic idea because you simply can't lose with that deal and it's only a $20 gamble in the first place. 👍👍👍😎😎😎

[@phildelgiudice3448]

Nice job. Pro tips are awesome. Spend 10 minutes on the carb and if you need to replace go for it. I’d probably do the OEM but I’m not a small engine shop. Most customers would opt for aftermarket too!!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nothing wrong with it, and if there was any time an OEM carb is worth it, it would be on this machine, thank you Phil Del Giudice

[@russl3632]

I find it far more economical and way less stressful to just buy an aftermarket carb. Some of the time they even include fuel filters, fuel line, extra bulbs, etc.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I feel the same way.

[@calebmoody326]

I recently put a new carb and gas tank on this exact weed eater. If I buy I new carb I try to buy one from my stihl dealer. They’re usually better quality than the cheap ones online.

[@bobbyhempel1513]

​@@calebmoody326you know that stihl does not make their own carburetors and you can buy them from the manufacturer for half the price right.

[@mtnmotoadv]

@@bobbyhempel1513 who's the manufacturer?

[@alexw6987]

@@mtnmotoadvyou can normally see it on the carb of your Stihl product

[@aidanasmr5099]

What is your opinion on stihl four-strokes?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'd rather not have them. I've had a couple and I don't care for them

[@aidanasmr5099]

@@HomeGaragechannel how about thoses Honda four-stroke weed eater?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I have one, it's great, but heavy and suffers the same maintenance issue, check oil, check valve lash.

[@davidt162]

I'm working on the same exact weedeater and it's driving me crazy that I can't seem to figure it out, my weedeater will not rev up and the head will not spin but it idles just fine, and I purchased the same exact carb that you had in the description and it still didn't fix my issue, I'm honestly baffled at this point and don't know what to do other than take it to a repair shop

[@HomeGaragechannel]

did you check to see if the spark arrestor screen is clogged?

[@davidt162]

@@HomeGaragechannel Yeah its clean, im changing all of the fuel lines next if that doesnt fix it idk what else it could be

[@HomeGaragechannel]

depending on how worn the engine is, you might have to adjust the carb to get it to work with it. This one didn't need any adjustments

[@davidt162]

@Home Garage alright I sure appreciate the help thank you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@tjclarke4604]

30 years as a certified OPE technician, and Stihl Master Service tech, and everything you did in this video is exactly what we do in the shop. Sure, I give the quote to the customer with the OEM carb, then another with a carb off Amazon, and truth be told, the Amazon cheapo carbs works just fine, my advice is just go with that. Never even bother wasting time trying to clean the carbs anymore, it's a simple matter if "when in doubt, throw it out" when it comes to carbs. One thing to remember though, Stihl's hate inferior 2 stroke oil. Try to stick with Stihl oil, Castrol (they make it for Stihl), Lucas Oil, or even Echo oil. Using cheap oil or outboard marine motor 2-stroke oil will destroy a Stihl in short order. I mean it, I cannot stress that enough, I have a boneyard of FS130's and BR600's that were only a few months old but were destroyed because the owners chose to run cheap oil in the fuel mix.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you TJ Clarke for your time and sharing your experience

[@gnaedigerfels]

Stihl 2-stroke oil is literally one of the worst... even if you buy a very cheap one, it will be fulfill the same JASO and ISO standards... look it up, I'm not joking

[@tjclarke4604]

@@gnaedigerfels LOL, yeah sure, I thought that too when I was 19, until I learned better. I don't need to "look it up" I have my certs, so your comment isn't even worth wiping with. Go ahead, run your cheap oil in YOUR Stihl, but don't come whining back to the dealer or technician when it locks up on you. Another ham & egger. Sit down.

[@michaelcountryman9130]

Next time you get a spark gap it at 0.30 and never ever put a pre gap plug in any engine always check the gap.

[@lopez454ss]

gotta get the full synthetic @@gnaedigerfels

[@johnclarke6647]

People just don’t know how to maintain or store equipment from one season to another. They are just to busy to do such mundane stuff, like storing their equipment properly. If it fails to start nex spring they will buy a new one. Every fall I set aside a day to put certain outdoor equipment in storage condition. I crank them up and let them warm up for five minutes. I then pour out all the gas, recrank them and let them idle until they stop for lack of gas. If they have a primer bulb I press it until it is empty while it is idling. I don’t want to leave any gas in the unit when I am through. I then wipe the off with a slightly oily shop rag and hang them up in my shop by their cutter head until next spring.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you couldn't have said it any better.

[@MoDogburn]

I like to remove the spark plug and drop in about 1/4 oz of oil on top of the piston. Pull the cord a few times to distribute the oil, and leave the piston at the top of the cylinder. I think my shindaiwa 242 manual said to do that for winterization.

[@johnclarke6647]

@@MoDogburn that was the tied and true way to winterize an e 50 years ago but seldom practiced, today.. on my stable of Stihl saws I just warm them up, dump out any remaining gas and add a few ounces of Stihl Moto Mix and let them idle until they run out of gas. I then loosen the chain a few turns and put them on a shelf in the shop.

[@deliveryguy7402]

I usually just buy a rebuild kit. It has all the parts I need and it costs less than an amazon carburetor.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that works too.

[@snodgress137]

I’ve sold stihl equipment for 15 years and worked with top mechanics. Most of the problems we dealt with were bad gas , cheap oils or ethanol!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks for sharing

[@MotorBorg]

So you pronounce it as "Steel" in English?

[@timasling8711]

My older stihl stuff is still going . Newer stihl stuff is too expensive.😊 And I've never had a problem with after market carbs.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice, thank you for letting me know

[@MavericksGoosed]

Working at a dealership of Stihl products i can say, yes stihl carbs are pricey. we've tried aftermarket and it's about a 50/50 shot they'll work. So we typically we stay away from them, just for the hassles sake and possible doubling the time invested in repairs. But for homeowners, i say go for it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you make a good point, aftermarket is fairly "Iffy" and if you want an almost guarantee, go OEM.

[@moltedo37]

@@MavericksGoosed Most of the Stihl carburettors are made in China. The Fs38 is made in China now.

[@jimbennett7248]

My Echo straight shaft brush cutter, leaf blower and pole chainsaw all eventually would not start. I cleaned and put a kit in the brush cutter carb but it still wouldn't start so I installed a after market carb and it started right up and has been running perfect now for three years. When the other two machines quit I went with new carbs out of the gate. All three run great and start easily. I started using racing fuel three years ago and believe the ethanol free, leaded fuel with no additives helps keep the fuel systems in good working order when not being used regularly.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice!

[@patrickthomas6170]

Bought new Stihl OEM carb 45$, after 11 mos stopped working ! Dealer told me to pound sand. 15$ Chinese carb (HIPA KIT) and back in business with new fuel lines,bulbs,plugs,filter included also. So Done with oem

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow that dealer was mad. Were you asking for a new OEM carb to replace it?

[@covishen]

I think you made the correct decision. You might have considered a carb kit, but those are pricey too. If you were running a commercial shop, let the owner decide, but you're doing this as a hobby..you get the idea. You got it running, that's what matters.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

well said and it makes sense to me.

[@apatterson8128]

I like the thrill of the chase. Lol. It’s only a hobby for me. Sometimes I eat the bear, and sometimes the bear eats me and I buy an aftermarket carb. No judgement either way as long as the darn thing gets up and running. Thanks for your time HG

[@HomeGaragechannel]

well said and great comment!

[@larrykelly2838]

I would ask the owner which way he wanted to go, but for me, after market carb.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

best choice ever

[@samtrolinder4837]

Absolutely Nothing works forever even with good maintenamce. Stihl is the best & crap is the rest😅

[@HomeGaragechannel]

well said!

[@dexietyy7922]

I find the 4mix engines have a lot more issues than the good old 2 stroke engines

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I've heard the same thing too.

[@briantii]

Personally I’ve had better luck with the 4mix, though I have found valve adjustments are needed more often than Stihl claims.

[@tjclarke4604]

@@briantii spot on. Stihl says once then you are good, but heh, nope, you gotta check those valves often. And it literally only takes 10 minutes, unlike what the dealership tries to bill you for.

[@briantii]

@@tjclarke4604 And 10 minutes is if you're really taking your time. It's crazy how quick and simple it is to do.

[@tjclarke4604]

@@briantii Yeah it's true, 10 minutes would also include finishing up the work order and waiting for the gasket and sealing ring from the parts dept to show up at your station. But the dealership will charge the customer and hour, plus shop supplies.... terrible.

[@docpalazola491]

You made the correct decision...get the aftermarket carb, because more than likely it will last nearly as long. The important point here is Maintenance, Maintenance, Maintenance....and keep maintaining it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are correct, hopefully though they'll take better care of it this time.

[@nelsoningalsbe8262]

After market carbs work good for the most way to go

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think so, I don't think they'll last as long as the OEM but with care, it will last a few years.

[@mattwickert736]

I feel like with quality fuel, oil, and maintenance, any carb will last sufficiently long to justify it. I use A LOT of aftermarket carbs, especially on 2 stroke equipment. I find cleaning them, even in my ultrasonic, is sometimes hit or miss. There's a lot of little check valves on the ones with the built-in primer bulbs. I use a small jar (Peanut butter, etc) that is clean to put my 2 cycle carbs into the ultrasonic. I use the same gas I would use in equipment, in the jar. I find this does a very good job on cleaning these items, and doesn't immerse it in even more dirt/grime than was already with it. Ultrasonic makes it MUCH easier to clean the more gummed up mower/pressure washer carbs. I've put some pretty nasty ones in it, and with a good degreaser & dawn dish soap, they come out in much better shape. I still use my carb spray to rinse and help unclog small passages that may still require my pokey tool. I will disassemble the carb early in my process, put in the cleaner and during the 10-15 mins, allows me time to remove wheels (lubricating), sharpen blades, etc. Once it's done, I'm ready to assemble everything.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you for the advice and tips Matt Wickert

[@brianking1138]

I love aftermarket carbs and always recommend them. Some customers still insist on OEM which is fine if they are willing to pay for it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you got that right, but most customers are cheaper than you think. Thank you Brian King.

[@briantii]

Personally I would have gone with an OEM carb kit, but aftermarket is fine too.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you're right the OEM carb would best

[@marshallcollins3376]

Your videography has gotten quite good. You made the right decision on the carb. Your co-worker should be a happy customer.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Marshall Collins

[@HenryMcneilis]

i found that when you clean a spark arrestor, its best not to use a wire brush. This is because when scratched, it creates a much better bonding surface for the carbon to adhere to. I like to use compressed air, but most of the time you dont have to use either. Nice job, appreciate the fine work

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks

[@hoyt_arms]

Its best to throw the arrestor in the garbage lol

[@AlessandroGenTLe]

Just use a brass (instead of steel) brush

[@oldroscoe2590]

In this situation, the cheap carb, it works and unless the customer changes his ways a OEM carb would be a waste of money.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you make a good point

[@TangodownNZ]

The OEM one is 3 times the amount of the cheap one, but will last 4-5 times longer than the cheap one. Do the maths, which one is cheaper

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It depends of you're selling it or keeping it. Get an OEM part, you'll have to ask a price so high that you'll have to keep it to use it. Buy aftermarket and you can set the price at a more manageable range.

[@joejkd82]

No the hell it will not. These OEM carbs are going belly up in one or two seasons, that's the problem. Stop repeating boomerisms and wake up to the fact that the old wisdom doesn't hold and these companies are selling you a lot of junk parts now, mostly because of ridiculous EPA nonsense.

[@jeffschroeder4805]

I have a new carb. from Amazon that just came in the mail for my Stihl trimmer. I didn't even go to the Stihl dealer and ask how much an OEM carb would cost when I saw the prices on Amazon. OEM prices are so out of line that if you can fix it yourself, it never pays to take it to the dealer for repairs. The price of OEM parts is the main culprit.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you bring up a good point about prices. I always wondered why they were so expensive

[@gordyowens9570]

I would have rebuilt the original carburetor.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nothing wrong with that

[@ussreeves]

First, when I’m done using any of my two cycle equipment I dump gas back in the fuel/oil mix gas can I have. Then I start and run it until it quits. I was all the gas out of the carburetor that I can get out. I work on my own stuff and have used after market carbs on repairs I’ve made with very few issues. So I don’t fault you for using them. Thanks for the video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow, excellent methods and thank you ussreeves

[@GrowingLittleCountryhomestead]

If it is ok with your co worker then you did the right thing. Great video

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I sure hope so, since they didn't tell much about it, I just did what I thought was right, thank you Growling Little Country homestead.

[@geomark8851]

The carb looked very clean but the diaphragms had hardened. I personally would have purchased a carb re-build kit and tried to correct the problem that way. If the rebuild failed, I would go with the aftermarket carb like you did. I have this trimmer BTW and did rebuild mine successfully.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Great point!

[@bl9531]

One thing I always do when an engine won’t start is put in fresh fuel and remove the spark plug to add a bit of fuel directly into the chamber. It is surprising the number of times the machine starts and then just keeps running. I run the machine for 15 or 20 minute, which will tend to lubricate the diaphragms and unblock the carburetor.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it works sometimes, but you can't always save a hardened diaphragm that needs replacing.

[@bl9531]

@@HomeGaragechannel definitely does not always work but it is worth a try! Thx for another excellent video

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you

[@nismo2ful]

😅 i do the same you do.i am cheap.and when i fix equipment for friends.i ask them if they want oem parts or aftermarket.and they do the same.aftermarket parts.thank you for taking time to do this educational.videos.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you Christian Vasquez.

[@davidpowell3347]

With the carbon on the spark plug might check what kind of oil has been used to mix the fuel,maybe another brand would give less carbon (although the screen didn't look too bad)

[@HomeGaragechannel]

good idea

[@Mrcrowley1967]

Hey HG I find myself fixing 8 to 10 year old machines that are not on there last leg but have maybe a few years left on them. I find using OEM parts on a machine that is not worth the price of the part silly and bad investment into the machine . I am upfront with my customers and let them know I can get a clone carb for 1/2 the price of a OEM and they usually work out great . If I have a machine back becasue of the clone part I will replace it again easy. Now if I had a customer come in with new say blowder and can not get i to run for ny reason I would suggest a OEM part for the machine no question .

[@Mrcrowley1967]

Bty the way my dad had one of those syhl trimmers you could not kill it put a blade on it and it would slice through sablins like butter .

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I like the way you put it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that sounds like a great idea!

[@ojthedoor]

Mechanic in a bottle bruh

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not for this one bruh

[@rpgrigsby]

Great video!!! One of the best How-to videos I've ever seen. You covered all the bases and questions and then some.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you very much

[@georgepruitt637]

Good video! Over the years as a farm equipment/ lawn & garden tech, I've grown into the "Never-seize" habit. Spark plugs, exhaust hardware, etc get a dab of the stuff.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

interesting, I'll have to check it out.

[@apatterson8128]

Like the Franks’ Red Hot commercial, “I put that $#&@ on everything!” Lol

[@FabianClarke-e2i]

I've been watching many videos of fixing trimmer carburetors and this is, I believe, the best that I've seen so far. Straight forward, to the point and no fluff. Thanks for a great video. I will be looking out for you in the future.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks, that means a lot

[@JohnDavisoo456]

You did the right thing. I had the same issue and ordered an after-market carb from Amazon for $13.00. It saved me a lot of time, and it worked perfectly. 😊

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you John Davis

[@RubyThursday-v7l]

Thank you for your videos. I enjoy your troubleshooting process and your clear instructions. Please make more content.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I will and thank you Ruben Contreras

[@AkornzStash]

nope, not disappointed. Completely Understand. Would I prefer to replace with an OEM, sure. But I don't have the money. And if we're all being honest here, the OEM is probably made in China too... or where ever. I have repaired these carbs before, I use an ultra sonic cleaner, but yes first you want to clean the outside of the carb first. Which you'd want to do before you tear it down anyway. Then you often still need new gasket kits with diaphragms and etc, which usually cost at least $10 or more. With that said, I just spent a couple days cleaning a carb and reinstalling it, and it still did not run right. So I decided then, that I'm done with cleaning these carbs anymore. I'll buy replacements from now on, as it just isn't worth my time. I have far to much other work to do. So I ordered an aftermarket carb for $12.85 shipped. And I expect it will work just fine. If not, I got it from Amazon, so I'll just send it back and they still pay for the return shipping as well 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I really like this comment, and I couldn't have said it better myself.

[@heathalford4721]

Mine cranks and idles fine but won’t stay running when you squeeze the trigger unless you keep the choke on. Then it takes gas and runs……. Gave local mechanic fits last year and back to same things

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, have you considered replacing the carb and the gaskets?

[@ericclapton4011]

So I replaced carb with stihl carb on my fs250, did the plug fuel lines, filters and primer. It starts it runs, I tuned it perfectly, it gets warm and dies? The hoses, etc are all aftermarket but not the carb

[@ericclapton4011]

Can you tell me or show me where the fuel lines should sit, etc. The aftermarket hoses are quite long, I've shortened them but I don't want to shorten anymore than find out I have them in the wrong place. Also I didn't replace the line into the tank but I would've thought that it wouldn't cause the issue I'm having, or would it?

[@BillOtinger]

Good Video, Always use ''''''PURE GAS"""Ethanol Gas will DESTROY a SMALL CARBURETOR on Weed Eaters, Chain Saws, Lawn Mowers, etc Ethanol will Melt the Filters on Old Vehicles

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you for letting us know

[@warrensoutdoors5964]

Do you run non-ethanol gas

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes I do, to bad lots of other people don't

[@warrensoutdoors5964]

@@HomeGaragechannel yeah, we run ethanol free gas in everything except our cars.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

me too!

[@MichaelSmith-kr9qw]

You did exactly what I would've done....Nothing wrong with doing a budget repair job.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you!

[@WJHandyDad]

"good" brand - I hate Stihl - worst brand I've ever bought. They ought to patent the name NEVR Start

[@HomeGaragechannel]

LOL!!!

[@patrickpoulard24]

How much money would a Stihl carburetor repair kit be for this trimmer???? 🤔🤔🤔🤔🤷🏿‍♂️ #stihlpower #stihlisyourdaddy #stihlrunstheyard

[@davidpowell3347]

A pinhole in that primer bulb/dome will indeed stop it. Not just from priming but from lifting fuel.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

interesting

[@roberthutchins3435]

Had A Stihl Trimmer...Nothing But Carby Problems.Changed To A Honda...Perfect

[@HomeGaragechannel]

great choice

[@joshuaspitler3780]

My FS40 had no spark. O bought an aftermarket coil and a carb. rebuild kit. After installation it still wouldn't start! Frustrated... I was looking online and found this. Your comment about cleaning the spark arrester made check mine, and was totally caked! I cleaned it and it started on the first pull... Thanks for your video!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you for the comment

[@Patrick4959]

well for me i,d check with the types of choices online and see what,s good on price depending on where i live and what the good reviews are on the products out there etc.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I always forget to check the Reviews, but I think that's important too.

[@24space310]

i used to have this same machine gearbox maybe was gone but i did some redneck engineering and the head worked again.

[@sluger3647]

redneck engineering sometimes is the best thing u can do

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nothing wrong with that

[@TheDennys21]

"Redneck engineering" hahahahahahaha

[@24space310]

well if i did something wrong with the redneck engineering it might kill me or injure someone so i dont do it anymore.

[@blakestiehl6814]

Taking the screen out is the best solution to fix a clogged spark arrestor

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it's an easy way to fix it for sure

[@66tdarren]

I just got through installing my new China carburetor kit . It was $19.98.Everything was easy, went back together perfectly! It even came with new hoses, two extra fuel filters, a spark plug, and two extra primer bulbs. Which I replaced all of it. Other than an idle adjustment, I didn't have to adjust anything else. And now the weedeater runs perfectly! Thanks for the info sir.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and good work !

[@electroddxful]

I would of done the same thing. Great repair 👍🙏👍🙏

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you RayFpv.

[@butler386]

I would let the customer decide on which carb to get after I told them my experience with aftermarket carbs. You were not cheap just frugal.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

good choice

[@Anonyymsus]

Why not an oem carb kit?

[@Patrick4959]

well price does differ on where you live i reckon etc.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

price

[@HomeGaragechannel]

bingo

[@Anonyymsus]

@@HomeGaragechannel oem kit is around same price as aftermarket carb. I would prefer the kit.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I see why you would choose it then

[@word1901]

i have always been very apprehensive about aftermarket/knockoff carbs that aftermarket carb looks exactly the same as the original and performs well i'm quite surprised you didn't have to change the mixture screws my dad dropped off his honda 35cc brushcutter today saying its leaking fuel a quick look and its leaking tons of fuel out of the carb both sections where the membrane material seals the carb sections called honda $106AUD for a new carb i don't think so if its too far gone i will be going down the same road you did

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I understand what you're saying

[@johnobiro5202]

It’s a No brainer. 3 times more for the exact same thing. Yeah right.👍🔧

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you John Obiro

[@bradpotter6401]

I would have first looked for an OEM carb rebuild kit. Second choice would have been an aftermarket rebuild kit. I want to keep as much original parts on my Stihl equipment as possible.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that makes sense

[@pracakosaipilarka4301]

You could just buy new diaphragms.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes I could

[@anthonyhawkins3576]

I've seen you do a lot of these videos and you've always just cleaned the carb and replaced the diaphragms. I noticed that these diaphragms are different. Did you replace the carb because the diaphragms are more expensive, and/or you didn't have any to match?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it was the pumping diaphragm, I was too far gone to rejuvenate and I don't carry it either. If I have to replace the purge bulb, metering and the pumping diaphragm that's enough for me to just replace the entire thing.

[@waynerain2372]

Screw stihl. Buy ECHO, easy start Everything, blowers, weed eaters. Easy Start, everything. Echo, hop into the chainsaw market too.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I like this comment

[@rph247]

As done on multiple times with a bunch of Stihl machines, I'll go with the "cheapo" carb versions. When it comes to 2-stroke oils, I made the switch to Echo's brand well over a year ago with excellent results - pissing off my Stihl certified master service tech along the way! Lol!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

LOL!! Nice.

[@paulhibberd1973]

Hi, I’ve changed my fuel filter on my strimmer, was working perfectly before hand and now won’t start? Any ideas?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, how many times have you tried pulling on the rope? Too many failed attempts to start it, might have flooded it. Give a day in the sun, then in the evening try starting it without the choke, then if it doesn't start, use your normal procedure

[@SkilletOnABike]

I've just replaced the carb on my BG86c blower but i bought an OEM carb for £90. After watching this, i wish i had spent £20 on an aftermarket carb instead 😂

[@HomeGaragechannel]

at least you know now

[@moltedo37]

I got an aftermarket carburettor from Ebay for 12 dollars, made in China, of course. When I took the original Stihl carburettor I saw that it was a Stihl carburettor but, made in China.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right!

[@558vulcanxh]

Thanks, this is very interesting as I've faced similar issues with my 2 strokes.What works for me is to buy an OEM rebuild kit if possible and then also, a pattern Chinese carb for standby.I found in my Stihl fs 50, strimmer , both diaphragms were very tired after only two seasons 😢, the fuel pump diaphragm seems to be made from acetate and the longevity is poor in my machine. So no problems for me with a pattern carb as it can't be any worse 🙃 .Best Regards and thanks again 😊 Ian 🇬🇧

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Ian.

[@johndoe3johndoe382]

I only use NGK spark plugs, especially for small engine 2 stroke. Those Boch plugs have been trash in my experience, they just don't hold up well. Champion plugs are trash as well. That's what every mechanic tells me anyway.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know what you're saying

[@joeTM51]

The real culprit in these carbs with the purger/primer bulb are the non return valves in their black base. If either of them leak the metering diaphragm will not function properly. Replacing that part will get the OE carb going. But the AM carbs are a hit or miss for this reason. Their non return valves dont hold properly sometimes out of the box. For this reason i have adapted after market chainsaw carbs on my FS130 and fitted a seperate purger that is used on the FS 120/200/250/400 etc. These carbs are more generous in their scope of H and L adjustments and offer a longer service life, though the initial work for adaptation is quite a lot. Post script. Sometimes the purger valves can be cleaned by pumping liquid detergent and water , with it fitted on a old carb body thathas no metering valve. But that is a gamble

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you for sharing that

[@Vincent77654]

Why fix it, bin it ! plastic polluting trimmers, isn’t there enough plastic in the world without adding more cutting the lawn. Use upright shears or a wheel cutter. Never mind the exhaust fumes ! Ban trimmers now !

[@HomeGaragechannel]

money I guess

[@LozoChez]

Never had any luck with STIHL producrs . Garbage!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I hear what you're saying.

[@hansoosterbaan8295]

Great video. Only thing is I was waiting to see if you would replace the fuel filter and how you would pop that cap off the fuel tank can you give me some insight into how you might do that mine looks exactly like yours, the cap that is and I'm afraid to break some plastic and removing it cuz I know my fuel filter is clogged but I can't get to it any other way. Thank you.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you mean the plastic spoon looking thing connected to the cap? Just use some pliers to grab it and pull it out. The spoon will "lightly" deform to allow it to come out.

[@tuesdaysearcy5730]

Hi there. I just bought a stihl r 91 trimmer from a pawn shop and it's not starting. I checked the air filter and fuel filter. When I push the Knob in after priming and pull the string it doesn't start and by pressing the orange button the valve doesn't move back to the original spot. I don't know what this means but I think it's supposed to move back when you push it down

[@HomeGaragechannel]

have you considered looking up the owners manual for the trimmer?

[@24space310]

its not the paycheck that matters its the"pride". i am being super sarcastic. its whether the guy wants a particular brand of machinary.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

well said!

[@allabout2130]

Hello sir can u tell me one thing About fs 3001 model In this model chock lever position in running mode? When I put thechock lever into run mode the engine going shut down

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, sounds like you need to adjust the carb to deliver more fuel to the engine

[@ruurios5806]

I got a new kit after mine wouldn’t start and it still won’t start. I’ve noticed after every crank a bunch of oil/gas comes out of the exhaust?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure thing, after multiple failed attempts to start it, it could have flooded the engine. Take out the spark plug, leave it for a couple of days, and then come back to start it except this time, don't use the choke, and hold the trigger down. If it still won't start, I'd look into getting a new carb and also getting a compression test done

[@BigCarris_53_64]

My older cousin has had this exact weedeater model for years in his lawn care business, and his still runs like a beast. Good chance I’ll invest a weedeater like this one, and also a straight shaft along with it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's a very good choice!

[@BigCarris_53_64]

@@HomeGaragechannel it sure is! I have a string trimmer myself but it’s a Craftsman WC2200 curve shaft trimmer. She runs pretty good so far. I’ll keep her for a little while, but in the future, I’ll be buying that Stihl FS90R trimmer on the market, and sell my trimmer to someone else.

[@philliphall5198]

The cheap Walmart brand is just about as good and it’s cheaper to fix also 😊😊😊 At the price you can just get other one and keep working 😮

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Very true!

[@gregabbot]

I have a fs 131 and i'm having trouble cranking it, we have to take off the air filter cover for it to start but once it starts it is good to go.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

interesting, I've never seen that problem first hand

[@slickearl827]

Own numerous stihl machines. Never had problems with any of them. Use non ethanol gas is the secret

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very true!

[@sluger3647]

ive had good luck with cleaning carbs never had to buy a aftermarket thank god but the only time i would consider is if it was my personal machine and i really liked it lol

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice, how many have you had to clean do you think?

[@sluger3647]

Maybe 14 or less im still new to these machines I love learning bout how they work though

[@tuesdaysearcy5730]

When I press the button on top.The skinny button that doesn't say stop. Nothing happens, the choke does not move back to the original spot. The button that you have to press in and twist. What would cause that to not work. Because I can't get it to start. I bought it from a pawnshop. Please respond as soon as you can. Thank you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not sure, I've not had to deal with that problem before

[@sluggonotnancy6178]

Good video. I like your style, and the way you think. If a part is not just total foreign junk, take the least costly one that will do the job right. It's the way things ought to be.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate that!

[@norain31]

i use after market carbs all the time .i get things cheap or for free because of people using reg gas that has ethanol/water rather than premium /straight gas .the water tends to corrode the aluminum or gum them up not letting floats work .if anyone complains about what you do maybe they have ocd ...lolo good job on the video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

great choice

[@turdferg100]

I had a cheap home depot brand weed eater for years. I've had my Stheil weed eater for 2 years it is absolutely crap! I use the magical sthiel gas store it properly it's just shit.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sorry to hear that

[@tonygunk9749]

This equipment is not what it was years ago. $600.00 chain saw had starting problems right out of the box. Their warranty is very poor and even after factory service no good. I have had great success with Echo and Husqvarna.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you got that right

[@heresmytake2782]

nicely explained, I would go with the OEM just for the sake of not supporting China and their horrific human rights record

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you!

[@59BigWalt]

Forgot, I use just premium gas & the big 3 (Stihl, Echo, & Husqvarna). My trimmers run great.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

even better

[@PatJones-sk6qs]

Just changed the carb and mine fires up now but cuts out quickly. I am missing the air filer cover and the screen that you cleaned at the beginning seems to be missing would this be a reason? I thought it might still ring but ring rough

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not at all, you need to make some adjustment to the carb to get it to work with your particular engine .

[@chrysanthosnicolaou2760]

From my point of view you have decided wrong. I could say you have done right if you were the owner and you had limited knowledge of replacing the diaphrams, therefore need many time to do it ,limited access to replacing kit and no carb adjusdment experience. For you this does not apply Diaphragm is not so expensive and you have great experience to change it easy The original carb should have not been replaced for simple diafram matter.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I respect your choice thanks

[@TKHing-h9c]

August 30/2023 2.18 pm Toronto Canada What is the cost to do the same thing at a Sthl dealer since I do not have any tool and my Sthl weed wacker will not start since three weeks ago I used it non stop on one tank of fuel and the following week it will not start and I tried even today and it will not start. Time to take it to the dealer for maintenance. I enjoy your video but for me it is best to leave it at the repair shop. Just pay for the repair. Thanks. Tk

[@HomeGaragechannel]

smart choice

[@roadkingrider6532]

I’ve got a 91r. It will start one day and then the next day no matter how long you try and start it it won’t start. I took it in and it started right up for them and they didn’t look any further. Today it’s not starting. It’s like every other day it won’t start.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

has the trimmer ever been serviced before? If so do you know if the valve lash was checked?

[@ianvaldivia1993]

I have had horrible luck with oem carbs and how i work at a shop we only replace anything with OEM stuff nothing aftermarket because we want it to be as reliable as possible we have had bad luck with the aftermarket carbs flooding and not idleing

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that makes sense when at a shop and it makes perfect sense

[@jugifu]

The aftermarket carb can be replaced 3x before its not cost effective. That's many years of service. OEM nah!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice and thank you

[@brianjohnson2033]

Random comment ... I left my Stihl trimmer out in the rain while I used my mower to cut the grass. It now will not start. Any advice would be greatly received.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, remove the filter and then try starting it, but try it without choking. After that then go thru the normal steps. I just want to make sure filter is not wet.

[@SteveXNYC]

STIHL(Still) Junk.