I Can't Believe I got This For Free! Turning Trash Into Treasure! AND Meet My New Babies!

[@Chickanic]

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[@shermanphilpot9364]

Wow thanks for the quick response no wonder I watch all your videos keep going learn a lot thanks again

[@jerryrfields]

You said to watch your other videos. Tap the link above. I could not find it. What does the link symbol look like.

[@senatorjosephmccarthy2720]

Please Stop operating a chainsaw with your hair flowing all over the place.

[@billinfallon2634]

Where did you get the long hemostats in this video? It wasn't listed in any of the links on your Amazon products page... 😕

[@matthijsverweijmeren6114]

😊Got one. Needed carb kit. Got the carb kit and aftermarket carb. Aftermarket works fine after adjustment. Airfilter setup of the mantis is crappy(way too small)

[@partsdave8943]

The most genuine woman on KZbin. Same in person as on camera!!!!!

[@Chickanic]

Thanks Dave!

[@erwinrommel1963]

​I could tell you are a very genuine person. ​I told my oldest to find one who can fix things like you can. 😂 @@Chickanic

[@kennythomas1107]

She remembers details about each different carburetor……😎

[@KLP99]

Look up Pearly Things... She's also genuine. A former athlete with a brain.

[@partsdave8943]

@@KLP99 I believe that. Pearl is also a good one. I recently met Bre and her husband, in person, got to chat with them for a few minutes.

[@moosewiggens1770]

The joy on your face when the tiller started- GOLD!🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@MLenninger]

And that cackle of excitement!

[@Rodbuilder109]

I have one that I need a throddle cable. Where can I get one. Thanks

[@stevecraig3004]

There's nothing like the thrill of hearing that engine fire up for the first time !

[@gorillaau]

​@@stevecraig3004Especially if you have been pulling the pull start thirty, forty, even morety times.. Yes, I believe that morety is a number.

[@Flammable281]

That’s why I don’t lend my stuff out. I’ll give it away if I don’t want it anymore but I don’t lend out my equipment or tools because most don’t take care of them the way I do.

[@workbenchz]

The MAD Laugh when the motor starter running, I have that same reaction when I get one fixed!

[@chuckster6513]

I have long wanted a Mantis tiller. Last week I was given an old one that had set in a storage unit for years. This video happened at the right time for me. Thank you.

[@ronnieicard]

Here's a trick I use when replacing the primer bulb. Mash the bulb in and ease up. Most of the time this will get the gas to start flowing into the primer bulb. If you push down on the bulb too fast or you keep pumping it, all you're doing is pushing the gas back into the tank. Pushing down and then slowly raising the bulb while your thumb is still on it will allow the line to fill with gas.

[@mrscuba1693]

The eggs you get from your own chickens will be higher in vitamins than store bought and will stay fresher longer if you dont wash them they have a coating on the outside that helps keep them fresh you can smash up the shells and feed them back to the chickens let them run free and your yard will be bug free in no time good luck

[@Barbarra63297]

I'm way older than you and I remember when you saw Mantis Tiller commercials on TV all the time. So fun to share your VICTORY. Love your channel and believe it or not, I'm learning!

[@vapinbachelor289]

Yes we do and you’re showing your age sir or ma’am 😂

[@donaldross1077]

My father worked on small engine repair the last 40 years of his life. He repaired a Mantis Tiller and gave it to my brother. One tank full of paint thinner and it was done. I grew up in Grove, Ok and now live in Tulsa. We raised 5 buildings of chickens at a time. There was 8,000 in each building. From new chicks to laying eggs and off to laying houses. As a teenager I worked all over NE Oklahoma and Arkansas on chicken catching crews. Good luck with the Chicks, since you are the Chickanic you should do good. At that size they will eat 24/7 and grow fast. Believe it or not back in the early 70's we would open the ends of the building and let the chickens out. Main predators during day was crows. At night they all went back in building, so we closed doors.

[@sonnyc3826]

last 40 years of his life? you can say most of his life

[@mgomez5606]

Don, what is a chicken catching crew? Is it what it implies?

[@sonnyc3826]

@@mgomez5606 pro tip..no matter how long youve been unemployed theyre always looking for chicken catchers..very few last

[@mgomez5606]

Don, actually catch them bare hand?

[@mgomez5606]

Like Rocky, Don?

[@mas8443]

You really take pride in your work. But when you do what you love you never have to work. Thanks for sharing

[@jjohnson9789]

Just rebuilt my Mantis, with a Lil help from you TKS......

[@harcro57]

I have a mantis that I found up under an old house that our church bought. The house was behind our church and the old gentleman that lived there ran a small nursery operation in the back of the property. It had been under the house so long that the tines had rotted completely off the thing. I replaced the tines and rebuilt the carb. Been using it for about ten years. I think it’s pretty close to forty years old and runs great. They do last forever!!!

[@nancysmith2874]

You or the tiller? Lol

[@harcro57]

@@nancysmith2874 the tiller! I’m bout worn out.

[@harrisji]

The pure joy on your face when it started was fun to see. Good job.

[@kevincorbin6273]

Love how you explain everything completely and camera angles so we can actually see what you’re doing, Thanks for sharing your knowledge

[@PJ-uv9fr]

I could watch you work all day long! Bringing something back from the depths of hell is soooo satisfying. Good luck with the babies - they are adorable👍

[@SpruceGoose-qx8zj]

A pretty gal that's handy with tools and repairs...what's not to love?❤❤❤❤❤

[@OldMadScientist]

To tell you how good Mantis tillers are ... I can never find a used one for sale. If, by some miracle, I find a used one for sale, I'm buying it.

[@KenEilers]

I love how excited you got once it took off. Obviously you love what you do. Great job on that tiller

[@fredflint1797]

The pleasure and satisfaction of a first start and run is on your face, and your eyes light up! You are a true MotorHead!

[@arthurjennings5202]

The Mantis tiller reminds me of the old Lawn Boy mowers. Three things that would kill them? Straight gasoline fuel. dirt in the reed valves and worn crankcase seals. Definitely outlasted Briggs and Stratton engines.

[@annettaaltensey2477]

Bre, Google welcome to chickenlandia! Dalia has many videos on raising chick's to chickens and how to set up for your chick's and how to care for and prevent illnesses in your chick's/chickens. She started out in the suburbs in her back yard and now has a beautiful chicken coop/run at her home in a more country setting. This should help you get going. 😊

[@MyDogRunner]

OMG! Love the little chicks!! Or are they little chickanics?😊 Enjoy their chick antics! 😂

[@normanschupp485]

Cute little chicks. That's the only way is to be self-sufficient.

[@rebeltaz123]

Your chicks are adorable! We finally got four girls after talking about it for years. Ours are a little over a year old and they look for us to come play with them every day. If you socialize with them, they will come running when they see you, especially if you bring them goodies everyday. Ours love Cheerios and crushed corn chips! You will love them! Not sure how you're going to keep them, but they do need a lot of room. Those coops they sell ain't gonna cut it. I hope you'll keep us posted on them.

[@cecillanter3207]

we had one chicken live for 12 years, she stayed with our horses

[@shadowstorm1928]

Remember chickens HAVE to have a bit of sand around so that it can be used in the chick's gizzard to digest their food. It's a love hat3 relationship they are ,enjoy them and it's good to have them around. And yes feeding them back the calcium from eggshells is very good for them too.

[@BudTheDrummer]

Where do I begin? I never thought to stretch those fuel lines. I've rebuilt alot of carbs from 2cyle to 4bbl. I always use carb cleaner and compressed air. Your enthusiasm over getting an engine to run is contagious.I can recall not giving up until the engine fired! Having chickens and fresh eggs is very sustainable. Once the chicks mature, feed them anything. Twice a year we had lobster and gave the chickens the shells. The next day the egg yolks were dark orange! In my opinion your videos are so detailed and informative that anyone could watch them and try their hand at repairs. Even those who can't, it's great to see what was done to repair their equipment and that's invaluable. I learned most of what I know from watching and helping Technicians from Auto Mechanics to the Glamour Trades! You may just inspire kids to enter the trades. There's a deficit of Trades persons. Talking up Mfgrs and cautioning consumers against problematic new equipment is extraordinary! I love that they listen to you. Finally we have a voice! Thank you, Bre! Your efforts go far beyond what you may realize!

[@vapinbachelor289]

A Mantis tiller and a One legged Mule (aka) row buster is all a man or woman needs for a garden.. my,my the good ole days.

[@joemccall8991]

Thanks for reminding me to pull my Mantis out and see if it still fires. Been in my shed for.. five years? Got it for free ten years ago and then started doing no-till gardening so it's just been sitting. Did five-year ago me store it properly the way Bre shows? Probably not, five-year ago me was pretty stupid and wasn't watching this wonderful, informative channel.

[@4Truth4All]

Congrats on being a new chicken Mom! Great episode on the Mantis tiller. Lots of good info.

[@buellfuel2001]

I I love your wicked witch cackle when you get one running

[@NMTrue]

Question- when you work on saws in the shop- don't you throw bar oil all over the place when running the saws? Absolutely enjoy your videos- I learn something everytime I watch or I am reminded of some detail that I hadn't remembered over time....great stuff! Thanks!

[@robertheinkel6225]

I was wondering the same thing.

[@MrTimEarl]

Good morning Bree and I really enjoyed the new video...... Have a GRRRRRRREAT week!!

[@kbjerke]

My Poulan has worked very well for me. Used it just a couple of days ago after it had been sitting all winter. Yes, I *DID* fill the tank and carb with Mystery Oil! Started right up after I changed it out for good gas. I learned THAT little trick from YOU, Bre! Thanks!! ❤

[@ncironhorse8367]

Had several Poulans over the years and cut many trees. If it is what your budget can afford they get the job done. Finally was able to get a Husqvarna but the Poulan brand never let me down

[@warrigaljohn]

Bre! You are a pure delight to watch and listen to

[@MichaelSeanHarrell]

the look on your face when it started!! Victory !!!

[@miker1448]

Use tread lift feeders for your chickens when they are close to being full grown, zero waste. GRANDPA FEEDERES is the best brand. Have a door/gate that keeps predators (opossums, racoons, foxes) out of the coop where they roost.

[@petenoll7240]

I love my mantis tiller. It was acting up the other day until I cleaned the air filter and what a difference.

[@Midwest-small-engine]

Can’t go wrong with a mantis got mine shortly after that video you had awhile back best decision ever!!

[@erwinrommel1963]

Good Lord Lady! You impress me and I ran a VW shop as a young fellow. I told my son's about your channel as they will both be buying homes and then mowers here in sunny Florida where the mowing season is very long. I have always preached buy once, cry once to them.

[@MrSonnydays40]

First ballot hall of fame. No questions..

[@tadeuszmichaelwlodarczyk3120]

Always love your content ✔️💯. From Melbourne AUSTRALIA 👍🤠

[@SteveB-hy2ci]

You know you got it when you get it!

[@donaldpowell3469]

Just a suggestion, wait a few months on Baxter, take some pictures and put him in a pot, hens don't need a rooster to produce eggs. Old guy from south californicated. Thanks for sharing.

[@badbob]

Love turning trash into treasure videos. So much fun seeing your excitement when you get them running. I know its a rewarding feeling. I had chickens when we lived in New Jersey. They are lots of fun to watch and not a ton of work. Lots of eggs. Love the videos, keep them coming. Regards.

[@jesusmylordsaviorking3726]

Chickanic is my first choice for small engine repair then Married with small engines and last but not least Taryl fixes all.

[@rickthelian2215]

Great for the Garden Bree😊 Cute chickens 🐔

[@tywebb355]

I rented a Mantis tiller a couple of years ago from home depot. LOVED IT !! I couldn't believe how big of a job such a little machine could do.

[@bobmcdoggish9659]

Bre, chickens are worth the cost of their upkeep simply for the entertainment value. Primo eggs, which are tastier than store-bought, are a side benefit.

[@OneWildTurkey]

It's so much fun watching the defeat of the 2-stroke mechs. They don't stand a chance! Have fun with the chicks, but always remember - they're fragile and even with the absolute best care - nature can be a beast. be ready for hearbreak now and then, but I hope for the best!

[@jamesharless5357]

Great video, and great job on getting the mantis to run!👍🏻

[@davidbiggs2952]

Ya Bre, you R the chickanic! Pink glances, so cool! Rock on!

[@bobbybrown2511]

Chicken Suggestion for the chickanic. As the chick's grow, keep raising the feeder and waters to the level of their back. They can still reach up and eat and drink, but it will save lots of wasted feed as well as keep track out of the feeder and waters. That has worked for 80 years.

[@pyrog.c.c89]

That why you are the Super genius, great job Bre.🇺🇲

[@albertm8576]

Perfect timing on this video cuz I’m getting ready to put a kit in my echo trimmer. Great tillers by the way. 👍

[@billhackett6675]

This is the first time I have tinkered with a lawnmower.....ever. As you have given me confidence pulling apart a carby and airfilter and other things, I was able to pull apart a free mower that was sitting for 8 yeras and put it back together again and with the first pull it started.. Woohoo. Now to look at the whipper snipper and reel mower. Thanks from Bill in Perth WA.

[@marriedwithsmallengines]

Cute chicks! We hatch and raise our own laying chicks and we also raise meat birds. Chickens are so much fun! (And a lot of work). Especially during a Canadian winter 🥶 Great vid!

[@LawrenceLytle]

I watched over a dozen videos on how to troubleshoot and repair my Husqvarna 128LD Trimmer. Most were pretty bad. A few were well done and useful. But then I discovered Chickanic! Your video was amazing. You knew what you were doing. You explained exactly what you were doing. They video quality was outstanding. You did a great job in every respect... and you were fun to watch! I've now watched several more of your videos and have become a fan. Thank you for what you do and how you do it. You Done Good! Larry in Raleigh

[@mike97525]

I love this gal! She's very helpful. I've learned a lot from her videos.

[@randalljones137]

Just found your channel. Did small engine repair as a hobby for several years. Bought non running stuff, swapped parts around and repaired then resold. Retired now but still like to see stuff like on your channel. New fan.

[@Z7d3nR4]

I was praying you'd get another mantis! 😉

[@keithosterkamp6207]

Congratulations on your great gift of a Mantis and your new flock. Eggs are not cheaper but the quality is so much better and the birds are entertaining and they do a lot for bug control too just keep them out of the garden until your plants are big enough not to be uprooted.

[@ProblemChild-xk7ix]

Chickanic and Chickmom all in one!

[@paladin252]

my buff orpingtons have been the best chickens ive had. they go broody, so you can keep getting new babies each year.

[@stevethelander221]

Lol your smile when you get the engine running 😊

[@tonylawrence1814]

I'm new here, watched about 10 videos, & you've already saved me money..thank you very much 😊

[@slickbama8322]

Always cut towards your chum,never cut towards your thumb! Ask me how I know. Keep up the good work Chick.

[@mikecullerton]

You just saved me time, money, and frustration! One of the lines coming out of my string trimmer gas tank was crackes. I just pulled a little out of the tank, cut it off clean, and reconnected it. Started 3rd pull. Woot!

[@jonlennon3348]

When I was younger I worked on tons of 2 strokes. I fell in love with the old poulans,lawnboys,echos etc.

[@mikevessels8236]

I used to have a man who worked on lawenboys he passed away nobody around me works on them

[@jonlennon3348]

@@mikevessels8236 They are so easy to work on. I dont get it ,its like the lawnboys cause a disease. I loved them

[@normanmack2368]

You are blessed with a beautiful personality to show people how to fix their stuff . I really appreciate you pointing out necessary maintenance and showing safety measures.

[@MichaelTrantham-e9m]

Best outdoor equipment tutorials on youtube.....well done!

[@jk22850]

Love your videos. I'm watching from NW Arkansas!

[@VTgirlandherbeagles]

Buff Orpingtons are the friendliest, most lovable chickens.. My MOST favorite. I have fourteen of my own w/ 2 beautiful Roos

[@jonadams6846]

Still watching from across the pond and still enjoy watching the repairs and advice magic,Happy days

[@Andy-nm9dw]

The one way valves in the top of the carb can be rejuvenated with Gunk Gallon carb dip and and ultrasonic cleaner I just had one that would not prime at all and soaking that plate in the US opened back up and operated like new. It did take quite a while. I also have one of those Mantis tillers and it is a beast.

[@ltjon1924]

3 weeks ago! They're about the same age as mine! I have a straight run of Whiting True Blues(Blue Egg Layers). I'm definitely going to have more roosters than I need. If you have 16 hens, your flock will support two roosters. If you or your husband ever have business near the DFW metro area, you're welcome to one or two! Besides blue eggs, Whiting True Blues were also bred to have pretty feathers for making fly fishing lures, so they're going to be very pretty besides being able to potentially breed Olive egg-laying hens for you. Serious offer, I'm probably going to have at least 10 spare roosters that I'm going to have to figure out what to do with them!

[@bennywilks9367]

You are SUPER-FUN to watch! I'm hooked.

[@jvjdrn]

33:39 mantis CPR ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@johnw9975]

I had a Mantis in the 80's that the gear in the Transmission broke some teeth. They sent me a new gear and instruction on how to change it. Worked for years after that, finally bought a new one about 3 years ago but I hadn't seen your video. Guess someone got a free tiller.

[@burryhulbertjr1429]

Dem lil mantice things are awsome. Literally save on knees n back in the sun. Weeding manually.!! Great score!!

[@maxxmich]

miss my moms mantis tiller......we used it for years...she would cut our "invisible fence" with it... and it still ran great

[@thomasseals7670]

Thanks for all the little details you share with us most mecanics won't. Job security I guess! Great video and great job on the tiller. ❤

[@gpecci2253]

Really loved seeing the carb repair on the Mantis. You made it look easy. Thanks for the video. P.S. Your really going to enjoy raising the chicks. Talk to them regularly and when they are older they will come to you when you call.

[@Nebulax123]

My neighbor threw out her sons tools when he left and on top of the pile was a brand new Mantis tiller with the price tag still on it. I have ran it for years and it still works like brand new.

[@RO-vh8ln]

I have a Poulan, only gets used occasionally for small jobs, but it's 25 years old and I love it!

[@tonywestvirginia]

Buff's are the best bird. Friendly and loving. Not to mention the eggs!

[@lenbandala5882]

Bre, another great video. I love how excited you get about reviving these 2 strokes. One correction though....I believe that Mantis no longer gives lifetime warranty on the tines. This changed a couple of years ago.

[@williamgrissom1995]

Great video. I really enjoyed seeing how you fixed the carb on the tiller. That was so interesting for me. 😎👍

[@jvjdrn]

Retired OR nurse here. The similarities between your troubleshooting and repairs and the healthcare field’s diagnostic and surgical procedures is amazing!

[@Randy245850]

Bri....you are the BEST!!!!

[@patnoble1914]

One of the best videos I have ever seen. Learned little trick about the diaphragm and gasket placement I didn't know. Thanks Girl.

[@MrNunna]

I used to work in a service business. When we'd get an item that the customer gave us, not wanting to deal with it, we'd try to keep our joy a little low-key if we did well. We thought if the customer heard about our success, (you're on the internet!), it wouldn't make them feel like such a schmuck.

[@jimandnena4]

We love that calibrated smack! on the plug wrench! Great videos.

[@rickstafford5316]

What a great feeling to get something running.

[@cabman86]

I have that same Poulan chain saw. It's been sitting for over 10 years. Gonna be a lot of work getting it right.

[@stanleybennett8879]

I've been running can fuel for a couple of years and did the swap to my own mix my saws runs so much better thanks so much!

[@animalcorvair]

i have about 6 poulan saws they are easy to fix an run when i need them...

[@philliphall5198]

I’m small engine mechanic and I have 4 , I take two at a time and switch while cutting after a tank There so cheap to run compared to the higher price ones 😊😊😊

[@markwray3905]

Saved another one 😊😊