How To Repair A Shindaiwa C35 Brush Cutter That's Been Sitting Unused

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This video shows how to repair a Shindaiwa C35 Brush Cutter that's been sitting unused for a very long time. These, the later C350, and their big brother, the B45 and B450 are worth any amount you have to spend on them.
This video includes compression testing, spark testing, replacement of the clutch, rebuilding of the TK Carburetor, and replacement of of the fuel hoses and vent in the fuel tank.

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@punalerma8017 6 ай бұрын

Awesome! Very diligently and meticulously recorded. The Shindaiwa C-35 brushcutter with saw blade and trimmer capabilities was my first (1991) really trustworthy, reliable ‘workhorse’ required to clear a few acres of old sugarcane; razor sharp fountain grass and other thick foliage to the ground, no problemo, that helped make those acres into a manicured, income producing vegetable farm. I’ve purchased updated Shindaiwa (Echo) brushcutters since and agree with you 100% that the original craftsmanship of the machines made the work so worth-it, satisfying and well done. Kudos! Thank you 🙏 for reviving a classic with such attention to details! From 🌺 🌺

@austinado16 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for kind words and for sharing your story of C35 work!! The C35 is the machine that started my journey into the world of power equipment, AND made me such a died-in-the-wool Shindaiwa fan. I still have my first C35, and it is in great cosmetic condition. I also own nearly all of their dark blue C4 four-stroke machines, including the big EB8510 backpack blower, with the timing belt driven drone engine, and it's little friend, the handheld blower.

@kapitolking 20 күн бұрын

I have 2 at home. Ive been wanting to get running again. This video will help immensely.

@austinado16 20 күн бұрын

They're fantastic machines, and definitely worth the expense and time to repair. I purchase my parts from www.partstree.com

@w6qd 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the comprehensive video detailing bringing the C35 back to life. It was interesting to compare the C35 to my C242 brushcutter, seeing how the design has evolved.

@austinado16 6 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Yes, these, the later C350, and the larger one, the B45, and B450 were, and still are, pretty amazing. Very robust in the size of the components, and a ton of power. Thanks for watching, and for the nice comment!

@homesteadfilm3870 6 ай бұрын

I purchase my first brush cutter, a Shindaiwa C35, in 1982 and it is still running strong. On 50 acres of brush country in the PNW it has seen lots of use. In that time I have replaced the spark plug and fuel line. One issue I had was it would run intermittently and I replaced the ignition module before realizing the kill switch wire had melted against the muffler and would short out against the metal. A piece of electrical tape and the problem was solved. It is a sign of a different time when they allowed the priming fuel to discharge to the ground.

@austinado16 6 ай бұрын

That's a great story, and so typical for this generation of Shindaiwa (formerly: Shin-Daiwa) equipment. My very first piece of power equipment was also this early series of the C35. It was laying in the driveway at a local garage sale, and while looking at other "treasures" they were selling, I kept stepping over it. I finally asked how much they wanted: $15. That was in 1994, and 30yrs later, I still have it, along with the matching HT20 40" hedge trimmer.

@resoluteretreat1532 4 ай бұрын

There are so many heads to consider, is there a "best" one to buy as a replacement line head for the C-35?

@austinado16 4 ай бұрын

If you want a bump head, the Echo SpeedFeed 450 is the absolute best, and it'll take .105" line, allowing you to use line that lasts longer. The SpeedFeed heads don't get disassembled in order to put new line in them. You simply rotate that top, flat, disc, so that the arrow on it points to the one of the eyelets where the line comes out. This opens a passage through the entire string head. You then feed in 3 or 4 "double arm widths" of line, pull it through so you have equal amounts coming out of each eyelet, and then you start rotating that flat disc back and forth, while holding the drum where the eyelets are. This winds the line into the drum. Stop winding when you have a few inches (normal length of line) out of each eyelet. You're ready to go again. If you want to use larger diameter line, like .130", purchase one of the aluminum heads (ebay) that Shindaiwa sells. These heads allow you to thread in pre-cut line (you cut it yourself off a spool), in a "W" shape. So 2 pieces of line give you 4 pieces of line that are actually cutting. This is a great solution if you have heavy/thick weeds And of course, these will run the 9" blades, and there are quite a few different styles of blades, for different cutting conditions, including cutting down 2"-3" diameter trees. Use of a blade requires the purchase of the blade adaptor parts, and they are still available. www.partstree.com is a great source.

@resoluteretreat1532 4 ай бұрын

Hi Todd, Would you go into more detail on the spark module you mentioned at around 3:12 on your video . . . is there a part # for the spark module? Thanks for your C-35 video!!!!!!!!! Fred

@austinado16 4 ай бұрын

It's called a "Spark Ignitor" and the original part number was: 72920-71711 The new part number is: A416000000 They commonly fail. Typical price for an OEM one is about 60 bucks. I'm not sure if their are replicas being made. The replacements are probably upgraded with better electronics, and appear to last "forever."

@resoluteretreat1532 4 ай бұрын

@@austinado16 Hi Todd, Thanks so much for your reply. I purchased my C-35 back in 1990 and worked great for me until just two or three years ago, and as I explained in my email, when I squeeze the throttle it just dies. Stil plan to follow your suggestions. Mine still looks new. Fred

@austinado16 4 ай бұрын

@@resoluteretreat1532 When the Spark Ignitor fails, there will be no spark at the plug, and the engine won't start.