How To CHEAT A Snow Blower To Make It RUN

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Steve's Small Engine Saloon

Steve's Small Engine Saloon

Күн бұрын

Super fast and easy way to deal with a carb problem. Difficulty level is zero. If you can use a wrench, you can do this! Get that snow blower running quickly and clear that driveway off...
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@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
✅CLICK HERE FOR THE MICRO DRILL BITS ➜ amzn.to/3G8ju18 For more videos like this, check out: 👉Easiest Way To Clean A Metal Briggs Carburetor ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/oXvJoYeOZ7GrZsk 👉How To Clean a Honda Style Carburetor ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/q3KrlZuredWYgdk 👉EASIEST WAY To Clean a Plastic Briggs Carburetor ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/m3ipkKykoMhmeZI You can connect with Steve here too: ✅Visit Steve’s WEBSITE ➜ www.stevessmallenginesaloon.com/ ✅Visit Steve’s PARTS & TOOL STORE ➜ www.amazon.com/shop/stevessmallenginesaloon ✅Follow Steve on FACEBOOK ➜ facebook.com/stevessmallenginesaloon ✅Follow Steve on INSTAGRAM ➜ instagram.com/stevessmallenginesaloon/ ✅Follow Steve on TWITTER ➜ twitter.com/SteveSaloon
@jamesstubblefield2349
@jamesstubblefield2349 2 жыл бұрын
Easy way to clean a metal Briggs carberator
@shadowopsairman1583
@shadowopsairman1583 2 жыл бұрын
Carb Spray is also Called Ethyl Ether or Starting Fluid
@michaelkulman7095
@michaelkulman7095 2 жыл бұрын
I worry about metal scoring the brass so I've used natural or plastic broom bristles and even a bristle from a tooth brush on small holes. Also aren't you supposed to not remove the main jet on some carbs and try to clean it left in place?
@scottiedeaton4159
@scottiedeaton4159 2 жыл бұрын
I bought an old ariens snowblower at an estate sale. My wife called it a pos that will never run. After watching this video let's just say we proved her wrong! Thanks Steve!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Right on Scottie!
@JohnSmith-tv5ep
@JohnSmith-tv5ep 2 жыл бұрын
@Sottie D, in your eyes, you proved her wrong, But after 38 years of marriage..... I've found my wife is only 'mistaken' ! Some points ain't worth making! Lol
@downunderdave5417
@downunderdave5417 2 жыл бұрын
@@JohnSmith-tv5ep Any chance I get John. I don't have to use Google as she knows it all! LOL
@JohnSmith-tv5ep
@JohnSmith-tv5ep 2 жыл бұрын
@@downunderdave5417 Smart woman! I would venture to say then,. She's a great... "financial advisor and/or planner" also??
@scottiedeaton4159
@scottiedeaton4159 2 жыл бұрын
I have been married 12 years and I know how my wife thinks..... When she heard it running I didn't say anything I just looked at her and smiled!
@Lee-bh9bf
@Lee-bh9bf Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! This was exactly the situation that I had with my Craftsman 5/22 snowblower. My father originally bought it back in the mid 90's. I had only ever cleaned the carburetor once (bought a kit as well) when my mother still owned it and I used it for clearing her long, double-wide driveway. After I inherited it, I kept in the shed out back in the summer and in my garage in the winter where it would be handy. I did the routine maintenance and always ran it for a while before moving it between seasons. In 2022, I had run it in the fall when moving it to the garage but then when I needed it after a heavy snowfall, it would not run! I dreaded having to get the kit and clean the carburetor so it has sit in the garage since. This year after several days of snow and shoveling every day, we finally had a snowstorm that dumped eight inches of snow (although it looked like more depending on where you were at). There was no way I was shoveling anymore so I decided to clean the carburetor. I got my tools, moved the snowblower and removed the cover. Then in an act of procrastination, I figured I would look up some videos as a review. The title of this video caught my eye and also the fact that the snowblower pictured looked a little older, more like the one I have. OMG - It was exactly the same situation. In a matter of minutes the snowblower was running! I cleared my driveway and sidewalk, and two of the neighbor's walks. Thank you again!
@crazybobc1
@crazybobc1 2 жыл бұрын
I've said it before and I'll say it again. Steve is the best, most informative small engine mechanic I have ever seen. LOVE his videos!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
WOW! Thank You...
@JD-zz4dq
@JD-zz4dq 3 ай бұрын
Previous owners of our house left the snowblower. It wouldn't start until I tried your trick. You're a blessing Steve! Thank you
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 ай бұрын
Right on. That's awesome!
@johnhamilton9229
@johnhamilton9229 2 жыл бұрын
Always building my competence when I watch you performing magic on engines.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Right on
@jhonwayne1003
@jhonwayne1003 Ай бұрын
Thanks so much man! Haven’t started mine for 2 years because of no snow. We are expecting 14 inches tomorrow and the little bolt being cleaned and put back in was magic. Started right up!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын
Right on! Glad I could help!
@Justafather
@Justafather 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't checked, but I'm probably not the first one to say this. That little tiny hole above the threads, peel the paper off of a bread tie. Works perfect.
@josecolon-f1n
@josecolon-f1n Жыл бұрын
Hey Steve, my son, and Daughter bought me a used Briggs and Stratton 1150 snowblower 250cc for $300.00. The left tire was flat and the right tire was flat and off the bead. And of course, the engine would not start. So, I fixed the tires and changed the spark plug. But to no avail. I still could not start my snowblower. So, I went on KZbin and found your video (How To A CHEAT A Snow Blower To Make It RUN). So, I took the carburetor jet out and cleaned it exactly the way you showed how and I put it back together. Now my snowblower is running like a champ. So, I had to write you a comment and say thank you, Steve!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
You're Welcome...
@walterbordett2023
@walterbordett2023 2 жыл бұрын
If a paper clip is too big for the jet holes, try the wire inside a twist tie from bread or stuff at the grocery store. Just peel off the plastic or paper and use the wire to gently clear the jet passages. Make sure you clean out inside of the bowl while you are doing this so that the jet does not instantly reclog itself.
@trailerhater
@trailerhater 2 жыл бұрын
Also, a tiny sewing needle might work.
@ecolawnaeratorcompanycanada
@ecolawnaeratorcompanycanada Ай бұрын
I'm planning to fix my Brother's 8 HP Briggs Engine and plan to spray out carb bowl with carb cleaner after freeing the dirt from jets.
@ecolawnaeratorcompanycanada
@ecolawnaeratorcompanycanada 17 күн бұрын
Hi Guys happy to say removing and cleaning the Emulsifier worked perfectly and always use fuel injector cleaner and gas line anti-freeze and premium gas too!!
@DeathAngelHRA
@DeathAngelHRA 2 жыл бұрын
I was fortunate enough to purchase a well kept TroyBilt with electric start this spring. I stored it after running the fuel tank dry and just prepped it yesterday. Fired up right away and back in the garage it awaits the dreaded snowfall.
@dogsplantscarsneatstuff176
@dogsplantscarsneatstuff176 2 жыл бұрын
i learned something today about snowblowers without air filters and micro drills. Steve if that were my machine there would be 3 black widows coming out of the carb area. I do not miss my tecumeh engine on my Rototiller I had to fiddle with the carb every year. Love the briggs sleved engine. Just put gas stabilizer in pull and go. As always thanks for the teaching session and saving me money.
@stevenaguirre4336
@stevenaguirre4336 8 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for the knowledge, i didn't have the faintest idea on where to start , and this video helped me get my snowblower going.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 7 күн бұрын
Glad I could help!
@tiensu1
@tiensu1 Жыл бұрын
Thank you Steve! Excellent trick! My old snowblower has been in the garage 3 years, but still have not had time to take it to a shop to have it fixed. I was fixed once, but the gunk settled in the carburetor, the bulb. Now, this is exactly what I need to start it again! I will try your trick on it.
@denisewilhelm915
@denisewilhelm915 18 күн бұрын
Best Hack ever! I’ve been trying everything for 2 years to get my snowblower started! Fastest fix
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 18 күн бұрын
Right on
@omniscientgrunk
@omniscientgrunk 2 жыл бұрын
Nice video. Good to hear from you again. Look forward to your videos. Snow coming this week in Michigan. I got my blower ready three weeks ago. Touched up the paint job. Checked the drive wheel...From a troll in Michigan.
@r.alanmiller3510
@r.alanmiller3510 4 ай бұрын
Thanks much, Steve! I did as you suggested in the third step and cleaned out the main jet, which WAS all clogged. And since your instructions are so great, I did it in a few minutes. Then it started right up!! You saved me a bunch of money, so double thanks! Alan
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 ай бұрын
Great job!
@projectpinehills
@projectpinehills Ай бұрын
Steve, I just fixed my snowblower carburetor thanks to your video! Thank You!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 29 күн бұрын
You're Welcome...
@JoeMarx1929
@JoeMarx1929 Жыл бұрын
I used twist tie wire and it worked on my old Craftsman! Thanks!!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Nice work!
@jimbrewer2893
@jimbrewer2893 2 жыл бұрын
Good show! I've used that before just to get the engine running to see if there are other issues. Then proceed from there.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Great point!
@henriritchot2615
@henriritchot2615 Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Welcome!
@danielcourtney7045
@danielcourtney7045 Жыл бұрын
You’re the man Steve. Hasn’t worked in 2-3 years, went out and did it to mine, and it fired right up at 1:00am. My neighbors thank you too😂 I’m sure they enjoyed hearing it that late at night
@bobmcl2406
@bobmcl2406 2 жыл бұрын
Great video, Steve. Show people not to be afraid basic mechanical intervention. I have to say that I have grown to love the Tecumseh Snow King engines. They are unkillable, and respond to all the most basic repair/tuning methods. Cheers from not-yet-snowy Ottawa.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Right on
@Monza62000
@Monza62000 2 жыл бұрын
my ariens started right up ,,its oiled,, serviced ready to go ,,hope it scares the snow away lol
@TheJohnny1x
@TheJohnny1x 2 жыл бұрын
Man, my snowblower was running terrible. Full out on throttle and it was up& down, up& down. Mines is an 8hp briggs.15yrs old. It has the needle valve set screw up through the bowl. Took it out, and took the set screw out cleared the holes then swisher it around in some lacquer thinner. Put all back to gather made some small adjustments. It's running like new! Thank you for this video. I'm in North Dakota and Right now we need our blowers in good working order. Be well brother!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
You're Welcome...
@tiensu1-fy7rp
@tiensu1-fy7rp 8 ай бұрын
Your cheat is very straightforward, and practical! I will use it to revive my snowblower. It also has been sitting in my garage for 3 years including winter this year.
@nirmalnarayan8867
@nirmalnarayan8867 24 күн бұрын
Wow, thanks for the nice instruction video. I fixed the problem.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 24 күн бұрын
That’s great to hear.
@joschmoyo4532
@joschmoyo4532 2 жыл бұрын
Nice one Steve. Carb cleaner is an essential tool these days with unleaded fuel. Anything four stroke, I shut off the fuel line and drain the bowl. Otherwise you can guarantee it will gum up.
@aaronpowell4885
@aaronpowell4885 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip👍🏻 done that cheat myself a few times! Also, if you need something tiny for the really small holes, snip a bristle from a wire brush!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@michaelkulman7095
@michaelkulman7095 2 жыл бұрын
I worry about metal scoring the brass so I've used natural or plastic broom bristles and even a bristle from a tooth brush on small holes. Also aren't you supposed to not remove the main jet on some carbs and try to clean it left in place?
@RobWenzel84
@RobWenzel84 2 жыл бұрын
I always put the bolt jet thingy in my ultra sonic cleaner, along with any other small parts
@seancola
@seancola 2 жыл бұрын
I use a torch tip cleaner. Works great for all different size jets
@johnherian781
@johnherian781 3 ай бұрын
Thank you,even though my problem was a priming issue.It's nice to know that the jets are clean.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 ай бұрын
Good to hear
@robruiz1429
@robruiz1429 Ай бұрын
Nice trick, I have learned quite a bit from watching you and Dony. I must say that is the CLEANEST "been sitting outdoors for 3 years" machine i've ever seen! I leave a machine outside for a few weeks and it looks way worse! I like that you have a different beer for all your videos, very original. When are you going to sip on an Old English 800 for your South Bronx supporters!!? 😃
@robertporemba1016
@robertporemba1016 2 жыл бұрын
Steven and April, good vid. Down in Florida, Tampa area. We're under a hard freeze advisory. Used to live up in shy town, thank God I'm not there no more. Just wanted to wish you and Mama a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!
@RichS-p6s
@RichS-p6s Жыл бұрын
OMG, it worked!! Just liked you said it would!!! My Tecumseh is ready to blow again, I'm so excited and waiting for some snow. Thanks for the tip.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@tinknal6449
@tinknal6449 2 жыл бұрын
I will for sure be trying this. I mounted an old snowblower engine on a wood splitter. It ran about 15 minutes and just died and won't restart.
@mgunde
@mgunde 11 ай бұрын
Well if it was sitting for 3 yrs, the first thing I would of done, was drain the gas, drain the oil, new plug, but I'm sure that was next on your list. Great video, good advice.
@tannerc900
@tannerc900 2 жыл бұрын
I just purchased a 70’s Roper Snowblower, the seller said it before it revved high and surged and now doesn’t run. Thankfully after running this I’ll know what to do hopefully
@DIYVariety
@DIYVariety 2 жыл бұрын
This is a timely post, were you in my shop yesterday lol great info man
@clarkgriswold-zr5sb
@clarkgriswold-zr5sb 2 жыл бұрын
Muchas gracias from Texas, Steve! Got a pressure washer with the same no run symptoms. I'll have to put your technique to work this weekend.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
good luck
@jeffarp7409
@jeffarp7409 Жыл бұрын
If you haven't got a torch cleaning set or a paper clip I use a bread sack tie they are usually coated with paper or plastic, just burn it off and use the wire inside works great. Its small enough to go through most jets.
@baby2002
@baby2002 2 жыл бұрын
Just bought old ariens snow blower Steve thank you
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
You're Welcome...
@rickhicks3477
@rickhicks3477 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Simple and easy fix. Next video needs to be harder so you can have a full beer 🍺 🤣🤣🤣🤣
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Good idea! LOL...
@bobjones1620
@bobjones1620 11 күн бұрын
Wondering if snow blower impeller kits improve performance? Any thoughts? Would make a good video. Thanks
@jamesstoffel6835
@jamesstoffel6835 2 жыл бұрын
My snowblower is doing the same thing. Can't wait to try this fix! Thank you for posting this video!!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@ronwatson4902
@ronwatson4902 2 жыл бұрын
Good info right there. I got a little Stihl MS180 with the same problem. I guess I'll have to take the carb off and clean it unless you have a shortcut video on that. Thanks Steve.
@jamessharier7529
@jamessharier7529 Жыл бұрын
I just cleaned my Troy builts carb and I didn’t notice the holes in the bolt, now tomorrow morning I’m going to remove the bolt and see if mine is the same as yours, great videos
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Good luck!
@appleztooranges
@appleztooranges 2 жыл бұрын
What do you think of Honda snowblowers? In USA their discontinuing single stage and lawn mowers
@wolfsden3812
@wolfsden3812 27 күн бұрын
Awsome video....how did you get that blower on the work bench !!!!!
@Jon_2218
@Jon_2218 2 жыл бұрын
I like your honesty and most of all your personality, I just subscribed. Thanx 4 the vid information. Happy New Year 2023.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the sub!
@randallbeltran6703
@randallbeltran6703 Ай бұрын
This was a great instructional video it worked as shown!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын
Glad it helped!
@martindesmarais7158
@martindesmarais7158 Жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, for cleaning tiny jet I use a wire removed from a steel wire brush n do the job really good without need buying fragiles drill bits at high costs ! Just wanna share it w you in case you didn't already know.
@BomansHomestead83
@BomansHomestead83 2 жыл бұрын
Had the same problem with mine but the float was sticking. Good video
@jimsnorgleson
@jimsnorgleson Жыл бұрын
Your the man Steve, worked perfect. I wouldn't have known about that tiny hole in the jet above the threads and I had the pin drill set already. Started first pull!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Glad it helped
@bluesky3155
@bluesky3155 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I'll try to fix mine
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
You're Welcome...
@nathanprissel1312
@nathanprissel1312 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the help! Snowblower is running. Appreciate your humor;)
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Any time!
@marklawyer5221
@marklawyer5221 Жыл бұрын
I am so grateful for your help with so many things
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Thank You...
@BearE9090
@BearE9090 Жыл бұрын
I haven't come across one with the tiny hole above the tread, but good to know. Thanks
@jerrygeorgopolis8015
@jerrygeorgopolis8015 2 жыл бұрын
Steve, Nice tip thanks ! All the best to you and yours.
@12janicerd
@12janicerd 25 күн бұрын
Worked like a charm for me.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 25 күн бұрын
Right on
@hickorystx
@hickorystx 2 жыл бұрын
Great top. Thanks again! Simple fix for the non-mechanical.person.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
You're Welcome...
@catblue6393
@catblue6393 2 жыл бұрын
Good info to know. 👍🏻Thank you. I do wonder how you get that big snow blower up on your counter though.
@paulmcreynolds1774
@paulmcreynolds1774 2 жыл бұрын
Haven't seen you in a while Steve. I hope everything is going well for you. Great video.
@GuysPlayingWithTools
@GuysPlayingWithTools 2 жыл бұрын
Jets... gotta love them. Who is this Mick guy? Does he have a channel?
@motorcoachtech7615
@motorcoachtech7615 2 жыл бұрын
Rumour has it that he has a channel and maybe a wish list?😊
@bryantjones8039
@bryantjones8039 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great video once again. I have a generator that starts right up pretty much. However when I turn the choke all the way off, it cuts off. What advice do you have for the issue?
@ohiofarmer5918
@ohiofarmer5918 2 жыл бұрын
Your idle jet is probably plugged. Look up cleaning a Honda or Briggs or whatever carb you have.
@rpavlik1
@rpavlik1 2 жыл бұрын
Yep, that'll work! Now just throw some SeaFoam in the tank to finish cleaning it out. Good video, will save a lot of blowers. BTW, a set of "torch tip cleaners" is both cheaper (go to a farm store or harbor freight welding section, used to be about $2-3) and less brittle than those micro drill bits, at least if yours are like mine... I tend to snip off the first bit of useful sizes in the torch tip cleaner set so the serrated part starts right away.
@cmair77
@cmair77 2 ай бұрын
Cant thank you enough, left fuel in my tank the year before had all kinds of problems starting, eventually got it running with your help, then made sure tank was empty before putting away last year, pulled it out yesterday put in some 93 and it started on first try and purred like a cat. Again cant thank you enough🙏
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 ай бұрын
You're Welcome...
@SeeMooreVids
@SeeMooreVids 2 жыл бұрын
Well, I’ve been cursing the surging on my Tecumseh motored snowblower for years. I’ll be cleaning this [hopefully] before the snow flies. Thank you, Steve. Steve, Plymouth MA USA
@robertpayne4197
@robertpayne4197 Ай бұрын
Thank you, was in a bad snowstorm, blower wouldn’t start, did your trick in the garage, 5 minutes later I’m blowing snow
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын
You're Welcome...
@theoriginaljohngalt2450
@theoriginaljohngalt2450 2 жыл бұрын
That’s usually what I do at work as well. A good sign to find out if you need a new carb or cleaning.
@RaleysSmallEngines
@RaleysSmallEngines 2 жыл бұрын
Gotta love an easy fix. Yep "snug" is exactly the correct torque spec for that. Lol Excellent as always brother.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Right on
@WikkedR1
@WikkedR1 2 жыл бұрын
“Snug” can also be translated as 1/4 or 25% of 1 ugga dugga
@ohiofarmer5918
@ohiofarmer5918 2 жыл бұрын
@@WikkedR1 You beat me to it. Sounds like Puddin' of puddin' s fab shop.
@jonathanbormann5077
@jonathanbormann5077 Жыл бұрын
If you have a tip cleaning set for a torch they work well too to clean it out
@Randominput3006
@Randominput3006 2 жыл бұрын
From the south, no snow blowers needed around here. Did you remove the air filter or does it not have one?
@peteb-s5061
@peteb-s5061 2 жыл бұрын
Steve...you did it again.... You can´t repair gold...platinium or money....but an investment that clears your lawn...awesome... Just some I need to tell about the Tecumseh, the floater is sometimes completely corroded....its Tecumseh...it works or doesn`t...enjoy your beer...greetings from mid Portugal...
@stevedenis8292
@stevedenis8292 Жыл бұрын
Mine has a needle screw in that brass jet for adjusting fell out the other day the spring got weak. replaced it with one from an old carb that I had from another engine. I like to put a shut off valve on the fuel lines on any piece of equipment that has gravity feed fuel supply . To prevent the gas leaching into the carb past the float valve and leaking into the engine and filling the crank case with gas. I always smell the oil dipstick for that telltale gas smell .
@louischristian4872
@louischristian4872 2 жыл бұрын
Torch tip cleaners are great for cleaning out carb jets too
@vstrom9586
@vstrom9586 2 жыл бұрын
Great video -- welder's tip cleaners are a handy item for this also
@drmautz
@drmautz 2 жыл бұрын
You would think we would run out of video subjects about small engines but, nooooo. Thanks for doin what you do, Stave.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
More to come!
@justanotherviewer52
@justanotherviewer52 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve. Life doesn't have to be complicated.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@foxcanfarms
@foxcanfarms 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Steve, I like to use JB-80 instead of Carb Cleaner when doing that trick because it works as a starting fluid AND it lubricates the cylinder. I think the lubrication is especially good for an engine that's been sitting awhile...plus I think it smells good (don't laugh too hard)! ...If you have an interest, I have a video on this.
@mariamonson3331
@mariamonson3331 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed! JB-80 does two jobs in one which is always a huge plus.
@pauldiesel4582
@pauldiesel4582 2 жыл бұрын
Steve, thanks for another great video! I like your “cut to the chase” technique of using carb cleaner too. Probably safer than starting fluid, although others may disagree. The Tecumseh engines I have found to be generally easy to start, even on the coldest days. The Tecumseh “Snow King” line were great snow blower engines for sure!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Great point!
@batboy242
@batboy242 9 ай бұрын
Thank You Steve,! Keep up the good work!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 9 ай бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@CoupleDrinks
@CoupleDrinks 3 ай бұрын
gonna give this a go tomorrow. thanks luh
@TheTruth.K.J.V.
@TheTruth.K.J.V. 2 жыл бұрын
No snow yet in Utah. BUT same type snow blower. Will try with new gas. Will see. THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
You're Welcome...
@bobwelch5056
@bobwelch5056 2 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video thanks Steve
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Very welcome
@murphymmc
@murphymmc 2 жыл бұрын
Another nice little tool to clean ports, an ox-acetylene tip cleaning kit. Multiple sizes all contained in it's case. Inexpensive, HF or a welding supply house, big box store.
@markbowers378
@markbowers378 2 жыл бұрын
I always worry about using welding tip cleaners or small drill bits, a bit of old throttle cable that's frayed out to the individual wires is my go-to. Thanks as always Steve.
@riverunner9978
@riverunner9978 2 жыл бұрын
You just added to my mechanics knowledge and I thank you! I subscribed! Thank you !
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@Incomudro1963
@Incomudro1963 Жыл бұрын
Love the idea of using forceps on the fuel hose! I'm always draining the gas tank, and still spilling gasoline everywhere.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kensmith6708
@kensmith6708 2 жыл бұрын
Great short cut to get her running, I buy snowblower just to fix up for myself and I give some away. Steve that's how I get them cheap the carbs are gunked up do to ethanol gas and laziness to drain the old fuel. You the man always enjoy your informative videos and get to see what beer your drinking lol.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Right on Kenny!
@johnharrop5530
@johnharrop5530 2 жыл бұрын
I use a tag that holds the price tag on clothing, the nylon stem of the tag is small enough to go through most small engines main jet ,I've also got the carby jet drills ,I tend to use them on cars to clean out the windscreen washer jets
@Lito923
@Lito923 Жыл бұрын
Nice person, niece and clear explanation. Thanks for your time and goodwill to heilp us.God bless you
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
It's my pleasure
@CalkoLouie
@CalkoLouie Жыл бұрын
Steve that was too easy to make it work, great video 😀
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
Thank You...
@sunline24
@sunline24 2 жыл бұрын
A cutting torch tip cleaning set will clean those holes out nicely too.
@fixit4182
@fixit4182 2 жыл бұрын
I never knew bout that tiny little hole in there, thank you for sharing this
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Happy to help
@garyreadler4886
@garyreadler4886 2 жыл бұрын
That was great. Thanks Steve, I'm going to join you with a similar beverage.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Sounds good!
@PapaRug.58
@PapaRug.58 2 жыл бұрын
A set of tip cleaners for an oxy/acet torch works too
@joefriday950
@joefriday950 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
You're Welcome...
@motorcoachtech7615
@motorcoachtech7615 2 жыл бұрын
Nice easy fix. Thanks for posting.
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын
Glad to help
@petepeabody8905
@petepeabody8905 Жыл бұрын
Steve you got lucky with lucky beer. great informitive video
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon
@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын
You got that right!
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