How To Fix A Chainsaw That Won't Start

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Watch the troubleshooting videos in this order: Video #1: Check Chainsaw Piston & Cylinder For Scoring ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/f5LcamCoos2Ke6M Video #2: Check For Spark - Lawn Mower/chainsaw ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIubo2quq5h3grs Video #3: Unflood A Trimmer Using NO Tools ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGWtYWeEe69liLM Video #4: Rebuild A Carburetor - Chainsaw/WeedEater ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/bV65oZeAeq-FiNk Video #5: Adjust The Carburetor On A Chainsaw ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/g2e3Zn2lfL2Wfrs OR Adjust Or Tune The Carburetor On A Weedeater ➜ kzbin.info/www/bejne/nZ7LqYesfLeneck 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

[@helplure]

Haha I own a Husqvarna 445 and 435

[@JCCyouknowme]

I am a woman solely responsible for 55 acres... youtube helps me with a lot of land maintenance--and with that, tool, mower, tractor repairs. Your videos are sooo helpful! I inherited my dad's tools. Among them was a Husqavarna chainsaw that doesn't work. I am going to follow all your steps to get it going. Thanks a million from Mississippi!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Jill...

[@TC-th1ey]

Hope you managed to get it fixed!

[@micanopykracker902]

Did ya get it jill

[@ramonagarciabryant9051]

I'm in the same situation Jill. Ik ur a tuff chick 🐥 having the daily tasks of multiple acres by urself is hard work especially when ur trying to get ur stupid chainsaw to just work lol 🤣🤣🤣 best of luck to u

[@tmackie1694]

Aloha, Jill. Same here. Female responsible for multiple acreage. Good on you! 💪

[@merewoman8205]

Hey Steve, just went on your KZbin channel due to 1997 Jonsered Turbo 2035 decompression start Will Not Start. Bought this saw new, and it’s been a good little worker for me. Everyone says to loss it,,,, however,, I feel a loyalty for all the yrs it has served me to damn well try to repair it. So I am studying your most excellent tutorials, and give it the go old college (school of hard knocks) TRY. Cabin: I went to use it 8/21/21 (Sunday), failed to even give feeble start.Took the top cover off and and pulled the spark plug, boot on, turned on, pulled the rope, no spark. All my testers, suppliers are back in St Paul,, so will take this one step at a time. I really want to DO THIS SUCCESSFULLY. Just a Mere Woman

[@williamlott7612]

9/29/2020- Steve, decided today was the day to see if I could resurrect a Poulan Pro 295 that a friend had given me, supposedly the chain oiler had stopped working. I tried it on starting fluid and it fired up but wouldn’t keep running. Removing the top cover revealed a brittle and broken fuel line. I decided to clean the carb as it had been stirring for a few years. Once everything was clean and reassembled I could not get it to start; regardless of what I did it just would not start. At the point of questioning my sanity I decided to see if KZbin had something to offer and found this video. I had already checked for spark, which was good, so I zeroed in on the video for a flooded motor. Damned if that wasn’t it. So thanks Steve, if you plan to be driving down I-95 in South Carolina, let me know and I buy you a few beers at a couple of our local craft brew houses. Darlington, South Carolina USA

[@vytautasjankauskas7157]

First of all I have to say a huge "Thank You Steve"-you're an amazing tutor. I am not very experienced chainsaw user and I've been struggling starting my "Stiga" chainsaw ever since it was brand new (approx 3 month). Finally there was this time I was about to give up and let my hands down and just dump the chainsaw into the rubbish bin.I then found Steve's videos and suddenly it all became clear! Thanks to Steve who is the best in explaining technical manuals and usage failures-after watching his lessons I suddenly understood minor but terrible mistakes I've been making and now I can start my chainsaw in no time...great guy-good teacher and professional who knows how to deliver some practical advice to those who aren't so professional.Again-thank You for saving me from my suffer..💪👍 Best of luck with sharing Your advices-ppl need You!. Thanks,respect and greetings from Finland 🤘

[@andrewmantle7627]

Hi Steve, I just want to say that your video tutorials are a great public service. I know you don't have to do this and it is good of you to bring your experience and knowledge to people who are trying to figure this stuff out. You do it well. With beer.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank you so much for the compliment Andrew!

[@wesleybrown3922]

Steve thanks I always started my chain saw on choke but not anymore

[@thomasmasen4231]

Steve, I had to make one more comment on your info. I used your video to make all the final adjustments earlier today after a total tear down of my MS270. Pulled the carb totally apart, cleaned everything, all back together and pulled about 5 pounds of sawdust build up from every nook and cranny, All back together and runs better than the day I bought it. Cut up another couple trees immediately following initial start up. Perfect man, thanks for a great video again!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@ericgingras1201]

It freaking amazes me how anybody could actually hit the thumbs down button on your videos ! They got to be jealous, on crack, the competition or simply off side ! You dont like the video, just go away ! Steve, you're an awesome Canadian helping millions of viewers save money and learn new skills and tricks ! Keep up the good work ! You rock my MAN !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@MarkHansen-o6c]

I’m a retired arborist 45 years of small engine innovation by manufacturers used them all ! Anyways spare time a fair bit of knowledge small engine 2 stroke & 4 your videos super helpful very informative a nice added touch to the knowledge I already have greatly appreciated ! Most recent scenario my Stihl HS 81R Hedger parked for quite a few years changed hardened fuel lines inside & outside tank wanting to lift carb off for maintenance no luck tried all my 1/4 inch drive sockets boy 8 mil sure seems like the appropriate size googled Stihl about the issue very surprised about the reply to take a 8 mil socket and grind off the OD ( outside wall ) of socket so it fits in the dust cover so to speak as nuts are recessed into cover and plastic to close to allow standard socket placement on nuts for carb removal ! Well let me tell ya I never would have guessed and sure enough that turned out to be the fix ( remedy ) for carb mounting nuts removal ! Thought I would share that with ya ! LOL ! Mark from Ontario 🇨🇦 ! Looking forward to viewing & learning from more of your upcoming videos 👍

[@metacamman121]

Thats why I just started watching them all, its like christmas when I find one I havent seen. Thanks as always Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you like them!

[@idrek1]

Hi Steve just want to say thanks for the video. Last year rebuilt the carb on my huskvarna chainsaw and it worked great. Took it out today and just couldn't get it started. All it did was flood. Your method worked great. You saved me a day of frustration and wasted time.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@tompettersson2447]

Great video Steve. If only I had watched prior to embarking on the repair of my McCulloch CS360. It wouldn’t start so of course I didn’t check the condition of the piston. I rebuilt the carburettor, replaced the carburettor. Thought the spark was mild so replaced the spark plug. Then I watched your video (see where the order is messed up) where I saw to check the piston by removing muffler. I thought I was looking at beetle juice in there. Vertical stripes and deep scores. At least I know what’s wrong now. Spent a few more hours and dollars than necessary but I learned a lot.

[@Wackadoo_Wackadont]

Steve, you're my hero. Nothing like being the only lumberjill out there cutting downed trees with my neighbors and not needing "mansplaining" because... well, YOU mansplain it to me when nobody's looking.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@johnpower1314]

Thanks!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@wilcrisp1]

Steve is the man! Keeping us OUT of the saw shop and where we should be, in the woods getting rounds for the winter! Thanks again Steve.

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[@Alucard1191]

I recently got a job that involves major, MAJOR chainsaw work, (Chopping up the remains of 32 cedar trees.) And this channel has been super helpful. Thanks Steve, you're making me actually able to make my Stihl 391 work.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@73Tracker73]

I just found found your channel a couple months ago, already you've helped me four times. I think I'm ready to tackle the chainsaw that's been sitting unused in the garage for five years because it needs to "go to the shop". It was running fine in the fall, and wouldn't start the next time we went to use it. My husband is not handy with engines, so I've been "helping" by playing your videos while he's attempting to fix stuff, and lo and behold... stuff is getting fixed! (I know it sounds incredibly annoying to have a wife out there telling you what to do, so I have Steve tell him instead, and he admits it has been a success. Lol). I'm considering just putting a TV in the garage and running Steve videos 24/7. We sure do appreciate the help you've given us!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are too kind! Thank You...

[@markfenner7242]

Thank you Steve for helping me out with your channel. I am new to the chainsaw experience and have had about 6 hour use. Yesterday I could not get the saw to start for the love of money. I watched your video's and checked the spark which was OK, then de-flooded the engine by the way you showed on a video from the description. The chainsaw started within a few mins. Thanks bro!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@goriverman]

I was a mechanic by trade and I’m retired. I just love fixing broken stuff. Your video’s made it allot easier and more enjoyable to do what I do. I watched your video’s and the problem I had was solved really fast. It can be something you just overlook and don’t even think about. The experience and the knowledge you have is amazing. Good taste in beer too. Lmao

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@slikballa]

Im a mechanic from a large museum and i enjoy watching and learning new things from a different perspective thanks again

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@5bkbomber]

Great video steve, thanks for the troubleshooting guide!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@indiaoverland2846]

Dude , these videos are gonna be timeless classics 😘

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Hope so!

[@dwaynemadsen964]

Awesome as usual! I know this is over 2 years old but I'm just now seeing it. I built a kit saw, it has never run. But I'm working through just like you suggest. At first I had no spark, the boot was a little long, the boot wasn't seating properly over the plug so I trimmed about a mm off the boot. Now I have spark but still no start, not even trying! I'm going to take the plug back out and check where in the piston travel the magnets pass the coil. Maybe I got the wrong flywheel? I don't know, but it is turning into an excellent learning experience! Stay safe!

[@raymondfoster219]

hi mate ray from australia, looking back you cleared up all the grief ive had. thanks heaps for your input im tackling stuff with a different energy, much appreciated mate

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on...

[@frase1234]

Oi, OI, Oi,

[@albeeno007]

Thanks Steve this worked for me with my Stihl MS250 yesterday exactly as demonstrated! Great to learn after much frustration with non-starting chainsaws! The only difference was that my starter cord was much stiffer and jerkier to pull than it appeared to be in your example. I did not drain fuel through the sparkplug first, so perhaps I had an issue with hydrolock too. Thanks for your videos - great content!

[@mickjager5974]

Worked well to help me get my 20 some year old chain saw started! Mine was flooded. After running it a couple tanks, it wouldn't start when hot. Yeah I know look through your videos, you have probably already answered this question. I liked my solution, take a long break and let us both cool down! Thanks!!

[@z4u68]

well to follow up, i heard the page owner say a motor flooded wont start either, Well I took the plug out several times and pulled the rope, No splash of gas Then I turned it upside down and a decent amount of gas came out, after that it started right up, like the guy says, it must have spark , have gas, have compression and not have been over heated with the piston and walls all scared up and it will run. Thanks to the owner of this page, for me its like a refresher coarse because I forget a lot of it But it still helps,

[@markmartinelli9441]

Your advice was excellent! Had flooded the Stihl chainsaw carb and you helped fix it. Thank you!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad it helped!

[@tangoalpha4763]

Great video again Steve ! 5 steps: Air filter, sparkplug, carburator, piston and Brava !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on....

[@martialme84]

Thanks for sharing your knowledge, Steve. It really helps a lot and to know that a man in Canada has taken the time to make a video to help ME(and many other people as well, of course) with MY problems, over here in Germany, is somehow grand. You don´t even know me. You don´t owe me anything at all. And yet here you are, helping me fix my chainsaw. Thank you very much, man in Canada.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are SOOO welcome...

[@Spkrdctr]

Fantastic video! When you said your carb is carbing I knew you were an experienced professional. I use the same terms because I don't have to impress anyone. Following your advice you can easily and fairly quickly troubleshoot any two stroke from a weed whip to a 2020 180 HP snowmobile. Again GREAT video for the guys just trying to fix something in their garage.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@NMranchhand]

These videos would make a great stand-alone playlist.

[@thecornishwildcamper]

I used your video on tuning a chainsaw and it was perfect. Easy to understand and well explained so now ive got a great running saw

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Martin...

[@kcsujith]

Your videos are awesome brother. Neatly laid out and well explained. I fixed the chain saw tension issue and now got engine problem. Videos are helping ! Thanks much

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@thejerseyj1636]

Thanks for your effort. I've lived with a bad idle and a bog on my Stihl for a long time until I saw your carb adjustment video. Just what it needed. Thank you.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@backtobasicstipswithtomrib19]

I don't know squat about engines however by watching your video I can keep my chain saws running....Thanks Much....

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@vigwelding926]

Steve---I am so grateful that you put out these videos and give us all the "basic dude stuff". Every dude should know this stuff !!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Buddy...

[@jkg2754]

Love your channel, have fixed several small engines with your help. Even fixed lawn mowers and weed eaters that sat for years that I had replaced with new ones. Enjoyed every second of it. Great accomplishments!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@abaddon2479]

Subscribed two days ago. Can't stop watching. So much info, thank you

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks for the compliment and sub....

[@phillipturner657]

Steve, thanks for your videos. Keep it up.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, will do!

[@Dule040473]

Hi, Steve! Great videos (this and others), interesting, informative, ... - love watching them. Now, back to the subject: as you mentioned, the third basic condition needed for engine operation is adequate fuel supply. A friend's chainsaw would not start, died after only a few seconds or died after applying a throttle. After checking this and that, taking it to a few shops, changing diaphragm, spark plug, ... it turned out to be the simple case of plugged fuel filter in the tank. I suggest, after checking for compression, to try to purge the carb and watch fuel flow, does it happens at all or is it difficult - it costs nothing and can be quite informative. Can also help someone. Best regards!

[@rogerdodger5415]

Steve… you’re the man. 🙏🙏🙏🙏 ✌️✌️✌️✌️

[@micanopykracker902]

Hey steve couldnt find video on fuel line routing...fuel line sizes and the reason you can have 2 differant size lines in your tool....pinching when pulling etc... Thanks bro love all your stuff always

[@Simonsplace158]

Mega helpful, fixed my chainsaw right up 🚀 Cheers from Spain 🍻

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@mvred100]

Great videos. Even when my machines are running, I enjoy checking out your videos! :)

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you like them!

[@geraldhix2872]

I enjoy watching your videos on the various small engine repairs. I've repaired many in my lifetime too. But I'm having a problem with a chainsaw. It's my father's chainsaw that I inherited after he passed. This chainsaw is a Stihl MS 250C. He was having problems with another Stihl chainsaw so he took it to a shop that deals with Stihl so they sold him another one. As I've been working and cleaning this up after much use, I find that there is no spark. I went to Amazon and ordered a coil from them and after fitting it on there was still no spark. I've been told that I need a coil from Stihl and not an aftermarket. These Stihl dealers won't sell me a coil, they are telling me that I need to bring in the whole chainsaw and they will repair this unit. I really don't need a chainsaw but would like to have one with all these storms that have been happening lately.

[@garyduran1]

Smart fella you are.. this was my first episode I watched of you. Thank you.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@m369.0jz]

Steve! , ive never made a comment, never had a need to because its easy to fully understand what your saying.. Oh ya, too , I fix my pull rope myself on my chainsaw. Thanks to you it was my first ever working on any engine. Keep the vids coming!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Mike! Thanks

[@MrDozer120]

Thank you for pointing me in the right direction

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@SuperNeilie]

Thanks for your excellent tutorials. After trying to fix my chainsaw myself and failing I hit KZbin and found your site. Cheers from Bonnie Scotland.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@unclefuddelmer9224]

Steve, now we all know why This videos #1 in your “Chainsaw” playlist. Great organization & editing😃👍🍺

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks!

[@Anthony_in_MT]

You’ve got a great channel man. Thanks for the info.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

I appreciate that!

[@samtate1260]

Right on hope you’re going to get millions of Subscribers great videos great information thank you 👍🏻

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@genisessnipe2741]

Thanks for all the advice. I’ve been bingeing your channel and I hope this will give me the last minute study material for the state competitions next month. Good on you man

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@thomasgronek6469]

Steve, I hope you see this. There is a fourth thing: A dry crank case. Due to a back injury, some of my equipment was left unattended, and exposed to the elements,,, water got into the crank case of my 028, It had spark and fuel, but the moisture prevented the saw from starting. Just wanted to put a new bee in the bonnet. Many thanks for all of your videos, thank you for sharing with us.

[@gregbauerful]

Steve, how could someone just watch one video of you , that's just don't happen keep up the awesome work you are doing!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@mattnaylor6725]

Mate, you are a legend! Thanks heaps!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Happy to help

[@alexanderostrovski7074]

Thank you Steve! All's clear and structured.

[@stevetrachsel8690]

Thanks Steve for your very helpful and useful videos. Not only helpful but entertaining!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@raymondharper9935]

Take it from an old cutter/splitter, that old saw will do ya right. Your videos are helpful and appreciated. Keep on truckin'.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@savoielvis1]

Thank you Steve!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Very welcome

[@Delmar829]

Really appreciate all your videos. It is great info. !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@tonycrawford]

The Best Small Engine Vids & Info on YT Steve I Like the way you start your Vids for Everyone, ie Beginners & others Great Knowledge & Easy to Understand Vids, So Now It's Time for Another Beer Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks so much, my friend....

[@Johnsedan1]

Thanks Steve you are a life saver no more flooding your awesome never saw that before your how to video for everything excellent video

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@josephthimm686]

Thanks so much for the help. Had a tree fall down and I was about to give up on my chainsaw. Turns out it was just flooded. Thank you sir and keep it up!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad I could help

[@Ken_Stauder]

Thanks nice video and great tips, I think you glanced over the primary reason most folks units are not starting and that's old fuel that should have been removed prior to storing, (imo), thanks again, you da man!

[@lukep6017]

Excellent VIDEO.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@Yerjckk]

Trying new things is good. Thank you for the video it helped me a lot.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@JacopoSkydweller]

Hey Steve, would be awesome to link those other videos in the description as well as verbally mentioning them!

[@bobsimpson1965]

Love your sense of humor Steve 😂

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

HEHE. Thanks Bob....

[@AlphaGMale]

Love your videos! I am having trouble starting my Stihl 025 Chainsaw. It has NO decompression valve but when I pull the rip cord it is very difficult. There is a lot of resistance as if there is no place for the compression to be released.. When I pull the plug all seems fine. I have removed and inspected the muffler, air filter, etc and all seem fine. Any clues?

[@ShireBurgo]

I have the same question but I see he never answered you. Please how do you fix this problem? Thank you

[@shawndsinclair3067]

Out of all the video`s I have watched Steve, this has been the most easiest of all fixes I have tried. I did exactly what you said and with just a couple of pulls on my chainsaw, it started right up! Thank You again for this fine video on how to do shit that I have no experience in at all. Your always the number one place i go to for help wit my small engine problems. Because of your video`s I`m even waiting waiting on a carb kit to redo my lawn tractor.

[@dustinclapp1696]

Thank you sir. This video definitely needed to be made. As always very helpful and straight forward.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@stephenchristopher9243]

Cheers man ive learned a lot in this one video.keep up the good work

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks, will do!

[@kerrypierre9494]

Hi Steve. Just found your channel. Thanks for all the great info!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@dannyhenderson5337]

Love to see you replacing all fuel lines on a mac 3200 chain saw thanks great video

[@gabababmacdorf6005]

i like instructional videos where people dont waste time and just start talking about the subject.

[@underdog576967]

Enjoy the videos Steve , Would like to see a more in depth carb rebuild as they can get plugged up if sitting etc Tips on cleaning a tough one ! Thanks again and will subscribe pronto

[@craiglawrence7097]

Good job Steve love the video's

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@Amarillobymorning777]

I got a Makita chainsaw. Won’t started. I drain old fuel Remove the spark plug And stroke it until burned old fuel . put The clean spark plug back Pour Straight fuel , one small cup of it . and magic happened Start up but die eventually. Mhmm I saw a return Gas line to the primer out And the idle throttle was off. Put the right mix of fuel and Success job . I followed his advice too . GR8 vídeo clip.

[@tonygray3135]

hi steve the diaphragm tip is great well presented and the adjusting is just the job, a really professional video

[@scoyle1750]

Thanks Steve might just get my concrete saws working yet👍🇮🇪

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@jamesshelhart7813]

I have an 038 stihl, by the way I love your videos, took it to a dealer, replaced carb, lines, filters, good spark, retired it, still can't get it to burp, any suggestions

[@m369.0jz]

I have a stihl 009 L. What are the two hoses in the carburetor compartment? Love your vids, nerver stop.

[@anthonymullins2861]

You've got all the answers for machines Steve, about time you came up with a solution to your crummy President!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

I have a Prime Minister....

[@anthonymullins2861]

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Hey Steve, That's a technicality, so what's the solution!?

[@DanielMartinez-bz2qn]

I'm enjoying your videos they are very educational and knowledgeable . I do have a Husqvarna 240 that I think has Covid-19 because I've replaced carb, plug, air filter, fuel filter, fuel lines respirator on fuel tank, primer bulb and unchoked adjusted needles don't know what to do next can you help.....

[@MrGmohun270]

Steve, love your videos, I always learn something. I have been through your vid library and have not seen the issue I’m struggling with. My Husky 460 Rancher starts just fine when cold and runs well while cutting. The saw is very difficult to restart while it is still hot. It behaves as if it is flooded ( 20 or so pulls to restart), the longer it sits the harder it is to restart. Once it is cold again it starts without issue. What am I missing? Thx!

[@elbrujelito2649]

Very informative and super helpful. Thank you!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@sinisasekulic7970]

You are a great guy! Keep up the good work!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@stevedufresne772]

Steve, kind of off topic. I have a Stihl 251 chain saw and a KM 91 kombu, both of which I love. I have store lawnmower and snowblower with Briggs and Stratton engines. I only use Motomix in the Stihl, but use premium gas with ethanol shield in the 4 stroke engines. Would adding Motomix to the gas help in lubricating the 4 stroke engines?

[@jimwoodmansee]

Hey Steve, great video series on chainsaws. I liked the Stihl 2-in-1 video and bought that sharpener. Question; how do you clean a chainsaw chain?

[@vicmiddleton236]

That was a big help steve.. great content..

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@billcoley8520]

Hi, I’ve watched a few videos of yours and I recently bought a can of the pre mixed gas for my John Deere blower. From day one my blower has never ran as good as it does now. The pre mixed gas might be expensive but well worth it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@billcoley8520]

I thought you might like the info. Please pass it along. 👍

[@gtuttle4]

Hello Steve, love your videos! My problem is I have an old Stihl 032 and it is so hard to pull the rope. I remove the plug and it pulls very easy. In the past, after sitting for a few months, I would pull the plug, pull a few times and replace the plug and then it would start normally. But this year no matter what I do, it is too hard to pull. I have pour a small amount of gas/oil mixture in the cylinder, remove the spark arrester, and removed the pull rope mechanism and sprayed a small amount of WD40. It's like it has too much compression in the cylinder. It doesn't have a decompression button. Any ideas?

[@robwool3368]

Great work Steve, keep it up. THANKS Very much appreciated.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks Rob...

[@marccooks7377]

Hi, good morning Steve. I have just purchased the muculloch 35cc and was wondering what you thought of it please?

[@annaaron3510]

The finestkind tutorials for small engines...ever. Much thanks to Msr. Steve ! We heat here in Downeast Maine 9944/100% with self harvested wood from our woodlot (~ 6-8 cords/year). (You may now sing the the Monty Python "I'm a Logger". )😍 Only one thing Steve: puleeeasse feature/try real ale, not that watery beer you slurp.😀 Happy New Year to you and yours.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Fair enough!

[@wypapitjiity]

You make great videos steve,everyone can relate to you..Keep 'em coming!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks so much Gary...and I will....

[@ninoreeves7702]

outstanding!!!! i'm really enjoying fixing and repairing these things. thanks to your videos, im buying a compression tester. you rock steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@snoball5638]

just found your channel, thanks for your vids, really helpful

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