Husqvarna 128L Goes Baw Baw bog! FIXED!

In this video we will look at a Husqvarna 128L string trimmer that was brought in with the complaint that it just bogs. We'll discuss why it bogs and how to fix it. #smallenginerepair
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[@woolval52]

I have this 128L in my garage now, in need of this exact fix. I'll order a gasket kit for the carb and get it cleaned out. Thanks for posting this!

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Thanks for watching!

[@themowershop5373]

The man, the myth, the legend. 🤣😂🤣 Scott you need that shirt.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

oh brother.

[@chrischiampo7647]

Great Job on The Lawn Mower Detective In Detecting The 2 Year Vintage Old Fuel and Plugged Micro Screen 😊😀😎👍🏼 Scott

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Thanks for tuning in this morning!

[@CraigArndt]

This is what ethanol (alcohol) in our fuels do to small engines. Soon as I saw that slime on the micro screen, ethanol pulls in water from the air and creates that slurry. And it dissolves those hoses. Surprised the primer bulb was cracked. Good fix.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

It sure does attract moisture and create problems. Thanks for watching!

[@wayneberry8703]

Great fix, Scott 👍🏼

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Thank you.

[@rooster3019]

I use soapy water as the lube for grommets and tygon tube.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@rooster3019 That's a great idea and I already keep a bottle of Mr Bubbles near the bench for pressure tests.

[@rooster3019]

@@TheGreasyShopRag After all, tha tis what RuGlide is, glycerin soap in water.

[@DIYVariety]

i used the same and works great

[@steveriggenbach90]

Great video. I’ve seen all sort of slimes and colors. I associate green with ethanol. I have never used iso for a lubricant. Look at brown staining differently. You help bundle things I’ve seen in the past.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

I was recently reading an Echo recall bulletin and one recommendation was using the isopropyl to lube the tank grommet for assembly.

[@steveriggenbach90]

@@TheGreasyShopRag time for experiment time. Aka play time. I can assume it cleaned. I would measure the od before and after. Does it make it sticky?? Etc

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@@steveriggenbach90 No, it didn't get sticky.

[@johnpappas2060]

Bless As usual- ENJOYED THE Video. Thanks 😊

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for taking the time.

[@rugerfarming5387]

Another nice job fella.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-k9f]

Grate job

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Thanks for watching!

[@tedneitzel]

Yep rhe old gas treatment! Good job see ya next time!

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Later.

[@jeffreyullmer2831]

another helpful diagnostic and repair vid! I have a stihl FS55r trimmer, leaks fuel out the top of tank and the green fuel line grommet. I replaced the fuel ine and its leaking again. can it be siliconed?

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

A product called "Seal-All" works well.

[@jimhancock5047]

Good RPM and no bog!

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Yep, should be strong enough to wack some weeds.

[@steveriggenbach90]

I’ve noticed you only go so high of pressure when checking carb integrity. Do you ever check the pop off pressure?

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Never. It seems like a violent test and I'm not sure what the point is or how I would change an undesirable result.

[@steveriggenbach90]

@@TheGreasyShopRag I’ve tried, but you’re using air and not fluid. Never worked for me. Thanks and be careful today this Friday

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@@steveriggenbach90 I made it through the work day and ride home. As long as I don't crack open a skunky beer I should be golden.

[@larryvankirk7423]

Wonder why anyone would still run ethanol fuel in any small engine? Asking for trouble.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

Some don't realize they are when they go to the pump and fill a one gallon can from a single hose dispenser and get whatever blend the last guy was pumping.

[@mendonesiac]

I've been using E10 for my equipment for at least 15 years. There's been a ton of research on the effects on small engines and any equipment manufactured this century should have no issues. E10 can absorb 5,000 ppm of water before water separation occurs - straight gas can only handle 300 ppm. My takeaway is it's more important to use fresh gas and keep your caps tight than buy expensive fuel.

[@TheGreasyShopRag]

@@mendonesiac I agree that fresh E10 stored properly for short periods of time can be ok but that often isn't the case.