Mechanic TELLS ALL! Everything wrong with the Echo PB-9010 and Stihl BR800 backpack blowers.

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My name is Bre. I took two years of small engine repair at the local college. When I left school, I fell into a wonderful job at a local small engine shop where I worked the counter for a couple years. In 2010 my husband and I opened up our own small engine shop in central Arkansas where I am able to work alongside my family and best friends. We see over 2,000 pieces of small engine equipment every year, and answer 1,000's of small engine questions. We specialize in brands such as Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, Echo and Shindaiwa, but work everyday on MANY other brands like Stihl, Husqvarna, Honda, Craftsman, Remington, Red Max, Troy Bilt, Scag, Bad Boy, Hustler, World Lawn, Poulan, Mantis, Etc.. Hopefully, my experience I share, will save you Time, Money and Frustration in the future!
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[@brianpmessier4977]

When I went to MS to help out with Hurricane Katrina, I bought an Echo chain saw from a local shop for like 300 dollars. It was expensive for the time but we needed our own saw to cut trees off houses and doors. That saw is STILL running, and has given me zero issues. Echo is for me!

[@laurapalmerTDGE]

Aspen fuel and Saber oil combined gives you a clean screamer that last ages even with a 24/7 wide open throttle. Enjoy.

[@RickStorni]

I have a Echo 8010 and got it a few years ago when they first came out. It is a very reliable blower with more power then any blower I ever owned and I have been in the landscape business for over 42 years.

[@andybecker2693]

I’ve owned Echo equipment for 30 years now. I still think they make really reliable equipment especially the gray units that I started with in the 90’s. I really hope that we’re not at the end of gasoline engines but you can’t ignore the signs. There should have been more R&D on both machines and not using customers as Guinea pigs.

[@splatterize]

I have a PB60HT that still runs strong. New straps and a carb is all I've done.

[@fivespeed3026]

The Stihl blowers are not any better.

[@melonboi186]

I have a srm 210 and it is 17 years old and still has 125 psi compression and runs

[@johnroberts8223]

My personal climbing saw wich is heavily modified (cs-305 with a top controll and a ported and piped cs-346 engine) I personally ran that saw 10-12 hrs a day 7 days a week for 7 years was ran on either stihl premium or echo power blend with red armor being used now but I only climb on weekends to stay in shape lol but yeah can still see the cross hatch on cylinder and lines on the piston been through 30 carbs and a few coils and idk how many clutches but still starts 3rd ppl I'll cold and firstpull warm

[@simshogun2240]

Many of the problems occur when two competing marques go into a war and try to outdo each other for specification ratings, the customer always loses.

[@312luisr]

I was looking for a lightweight blower for my deck. kzbin.infoUgkxgioZQl3J5wPGAeDINzbieKbT5qomSEx3 There are some huge trees around my house and the leaves and pods drop all over my deck. Having to move furniture around to sweep has become too big a chore. This blower was the answer. It is light enough for this 70yr old lady and powerful enough to blow all the tree droppings off my rather large deck. Thank you B&D. Be aware the cord is not included. I use a 3 prong outdoor cord 25' cord for my 12' x 20' deck. The cord retainer works very well, but don't try to pass the plug through it. That is NOT how it works. You just have to loop the cord and it works great. One of my best purchases. Very happy.

[@cherylannesmith8610]

Dear Chickanic Thank you for all you do on your podcasts Got rid of lots of carbon in my many sthil units by switching or echo oil . Thanks for the tip! Best of the season to you and yours John from Canada

[@johnlopezjr9198]

Thank you for the information. Work as a small engine tech for landscape company. We have several of 8010s. Have had to replace a carb for issues you just described. Now I know what to look out for. Thanks again for all you do. Have a safe and Merry Christmas.

[@joncoffey4821]

One reason I continue to watch your channel, your honesty. Merry Christmas Lovely Lady thank you for keeping All your followers abreast of things that matter. Greetings from Oklahoma

[@georgehofgren6123]

This is a great channel... gear reviews, pro mechanics tips, and frankly worth it just for her personality 😊~

[@lonhoschar1943]

Great video Bre!! Thank you for all to good honest information you continually provide us with. I know I have used some of that info myself and it was MUCH appreciated!! I hope you and your family have an awesome good Christmas and a really great new year!!!!

[@christianspain3015]

I bought a 9010 about a year ago. It has been great. I'm a homeowner but do a good bit of work with it. Glad I saw this in case I ever have any issues.

[@gunmedic3517]

Thank you as always for another GREAT video. It is great to have HONEST and reliable tutorials from you.

[@joshuaengelhardt8874]

This has helped a ton. I love my 8010 however I've been having these issue for the past two years. Take forever to warm up and doggy on the throttle. Have the carb cleaned all new seals then three months later back doing the same thing. I'm going to the garage to take a closer look at all these issues. Thank you so much

[@curtismoncus4118]

Love my 8010 and 9010 they are the best by far and you even solved my random problem with it randomly cutting off because of the kill wire! I’ll fix it as soon as it’s warm enough to get out side and do it!

[@clrd4tkoff]

Awesome!! Video! I own a 9010 and I love it! But right off the bat the dealer had to replace the carburetor because he was unable to adjust it. I only use it around my house but I love badass GAS power equipment!👍🏻👍🏻 Thanks for the awesome information!

[@Jasha333]

Very interesting video. I ran (2) 8010s for 5 years now I think...bought them when they first came out. Love them and literally had no issues used them commercially. Finally sold them to some friends and bought two new 9010s. Love those machines. I'm shocked they have all these issues and I got so lucky. I did buy a brand new br800 stihl...and it didn't last me a year before exploding. Thankfully it was within their 1 year warranty and I got a new one replacement. Fingers crossed this one lasts

[@Dennis-gp8zf]

Hello, I don’t comment very often but I wanted to say I love your show, also I’m surprised that Echo has these kind of problems.I had the hand held blower and also weed eater’s and they started third pull every single time. Also they lasted for many years with no problem what so ever and still use Echo because they are beautiful reliable machines.

[@marcl9232]

Merry Christmas, another excellent video.The thing about stihls is they need more maintenance than a traditional 2 stroke. I've noticed that the stihls wrist pin seize often, then the crank seals and the dirko silicone leak after time.

[@Dennis-gp8zf]

Thank you very much for your show , hope to watch you for a long time and ask questions if i ever have problems with my machines

[@FrancisMasaba1]

Great info! I use the pb9010t for my business and after cleaning the carb, the unit worked like new again until a few weeks later when the blower power started cutting in and out. But that may be because I didn't secure the choke wire (or whatever it's called) nut properly when I put it back together.

[@billfleming8281]

Merry Christmas! I wanted to thank you for everything you do for us . I hope your Holiday season is spectacular

[@supersport57]

Thanks for the info, I have 8010 echo no problems yet had for 2 years.

[@berkeleycountysmallenginer3842]

I have echo 770t. Bought it used for $150 back in 2013. Blows wet and dry leaves. Love it

[@jessemalone8363]

The 8010s also had major dirt ingestion issues because of the intake baffles before the carb leaking, they improved the elbow , filter base and baffle for the carb, did a shortblock on one last month and even though it was a year out of warranty echo still covered the parts.

[@anthonyzona5419]

I have an old (15-20 years) Echo SRM-266T that still starts on first pull. Great machine! I maintain all my own equipment and if you take care of it it takes care of you. Only issue is my straps are wearing through.

[@mikewood4378]

Interesting and informative. I run a BR600 and BR700 and did not know they had those problems. I also have an Echo 580 to blowout gutters and use as a back up. Merry Christmas to you and your family.

[@kbjerke]

Merry Christmas to you and yours, Bre!! And Happy New Year!! Thanks for all you do for us!

[@ianhughes7805]

Thanks for 2022 its been great, looking forward to hearing from you in 2023. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

[@aportilla007]

My Echo PB-9010 runs great - saves me time. But I only have about 30 hours on it. I added horizontal chest straps that I purchased on the big A. This blower is AMAZING. I wish they made a 250cc ;)

[@peskypeet]

*PLEASE* What Brand and part number? I need those straps pretty bad. A link would be helpful too but somehow links have a way of disappearing and or not functioning on KZbin.

[@aportilla007]

@@peskypeet HDHYK 2 Pack Backpack Chest Strap- Nylon -Suitable for Webbing on The Backpack up to1in.( Black) They go for eleven bucks at the big A.

[@beri232]

@@aportilla007my local Stihl and Echo dealer just sold me a Stihl strap that goes across my chest. Without that cross-strap, this blower is a nuisance to carry around.

[@grege2383]

Love my 9010 during, an hour afterwards my back is killing me. Still love it. Great video, keep them coming

[@haneyoakie14]

Merry Christmas Bre and Ron! I love your work! Keep up the excellent work in 2023.

[@gregorymckee5242]

Dang, I guessed 66 too, but it is what it is. I use an Echo blower on my acre yard and have had no issues at all. Thanks for the heads up on things to look out for in the future. As always, I appreciate your honesty and unbiased info. Merry Christmas!

[@peskypeet]

WTH- The first reply to this comment is shadowed? Come on KZbin SMH

[@John-dp3ln]

Great video. Root cause failure analysis is the key to reliability

[@wallysworkin823]

WOW! Thanks for the shout out! Glad I can help people.

[@Jasshands1]

I was going worried I made a bad purchase (9010) b bc I’m glad I didn’t. Learned so much from your videos on maintain 2 stroke stuff so thank you

[@1rosalee]

Thanks! Have a Merry Christmas!

[@johnboy5905]

Merry Christmas to you and your family. Thank you for all the information you provide

[@scottmachiela6252]

Thank you for videos like this. It is a real help knowing comon problems

[@joshuavanhoozer1518]

Chickanic thank you for your honesty 🙂

[@CaptainKseadog1]

Thanks so much for the heads up. You Rock! Happy Holidays!

[@jerryjames2501]

Hey hub l am 72 years old l subscribe and have always fixed all my small engine equipment learned from my father. I watch all your videos you are so smart....... If everyone would they would only benefit .you know your business. I have learned from you. And I thought I knew it all. Keep them coming and Merry Christmas

[@jerryjames2501]

That was supposed to say hey hun not hub

[@simoping]

I’m in the UK.. I searched simply for how to service my Stihl.. and I find Chickanic… I smashed the subscribe, the notification and the ❤ buttons… (actually she smashed my ❤ button 😊)

[@leebrowwski]

I bought one for residential use. I love it!

[@peskypeet]

Chickanic- 👍Awesome 9010 info! I'd appreciate more info about why the choke won't work. As a non commercial user if/ when it happens I'll likely be fixing this myself. That jet issue just seems stupid in an area where threads should have been used. Probably bean counters at work there. I'm going to be proactive on the kill wire and cut small pieces of vacuum tubing to fit those areas of contact to act as insulation and secure it with zip ties.

[@cottydry]

Thanks for telling it like it is. I guess I should hang onto my Echo PB755. Except for normal things like fuel lines, it's been flawless. I've always wanted the biggest/baddest blower but the PB9010 might be too big and I don't want problems. I've always heard the BR800's are lemons.

[@jairusbarringer7525]

I've got 2 8010's, and 1 9010 and no problems as of yet. I did go ahead and buy the small d carb adjustment tool after your last echo blower video.

[@diytwoincollege7079]

Happy New Year! That’s for all of the great videos and info this year!!

[@DavidWhite]

Merry Christmas and thanks for the great how to videos

[@brianking1138]

Thanks for the insider info. Merry Christmas

[@billnlori3149]

Merry Christmas guys!! Looking forward to more learning in the new year!!

[@jeffshearer5125]

Good to know tips. I was thinking about getting the 9010 but probably wear out the 770 first

[@randybills3848]

I have gleaned some very helpful info from you this year Happy New Year and thank you very much

[@robertcary435]

Merry Christmas! And Thank you! 😊

[@berthongo8531]

Always educational. Thanks and Merry Christmas!

[@will0629]

Chickanic, I love my Echo PB-9010, great blower, especially when blowing wet leaves. Haven’t had any issues yet, but now I know what to watch. Appreciate your videos!

[@goovitoo]

How is it running your 9010? I'm thinking of getting one or the 800ce stehl going back and forth

[@BillyGoatLawnService]

Hugh fan of the 8010. Bought mine after going to the GIE in 2018. It has been a awesome blower.

[@DonDegidio]

Hi Bre, Always great info in your videos. You and your family have a safe and Happy Holiday Season.

[@kareno8634]

Sounds like a Drive Through with all the 'Redos'. Thanks! Cheers to Echo; We all Keep learning. Far Out Anthony! No losing power anytime soon.

[@dancox7154]

Merry Christmas! Love your videos & continue to learn so much!! Awesome Job!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@beckyjacobs9176]

Thanks for the update merry Christmas 🎄⛄

[@garrydonnelly6433]

Well done, as usual. So entertaining and educational. Merry Christmas and Happy and Prosperous New Year from Australila.

[@BigSouthOutdoorsTV]

Just watched this video. VERY informative. I own a PB8010T for my lawn business. It's 5 years old and the carb is the only problem I've ever had and I finally had to replace it. Got a short video coming out on that soon. Ask your customers if they use standard pump gas with ethanol. If yes, that's the problem. Over time, ethanol eats away the enternal seals and orings as well as gumming up the carb which causes the bogging and unlevel idling it was doing in your previous video. Yea, I watched that one too. 😜 I really enjoy your channel and thought I'd mention the ethanol gas thingy. Ethanol is a small engine killer. After being in the lawn/landscaping business for over 23 years, I can say without hesitation or reservation that the other issues...straps, wiring, tubes is mostly user abuse. Not pointing fingers but no one will take care of your equipment as well as you will. Merry Christmas and keep the good info coming chic. I have learned much from your videos.

[@beri232]

I’ve always ran Shell premium gasoline in all my small engines. Years ago, I had read an article somewhere that Shell had the best fuel (at least in Canada where I live).

[@vincentmcclelland9179]

I broke down and bought mine yesterday, the 9010, and let me tell you, compared to some of the others, this is a beast, more than double the cubic feet of air a min, its amazing, there is lots, gobs of power, but where I am, I get matted pine needles at times, and have over a acre of yard, with lots of trees, so I wanted a bigger one, and pardon the pun was blown away with the power, if your of small frame, be ready for it, its like strapping on a small turbo jet, I am 6'00 over 300 lb, so its not that bad to me, but even at my size I could feel it wanting to torque me, other words, blower tube pushing back against me, but the leaves go flying also, its great.

[@sirliftsalot1154]

My 9010T is running great. No carb issues yet. My 2012 Redmax EBZ 8500 still starts and runs like new. I did tear the Redmax engine down and cleaned the carbon deposits from the cylinder and piston to be honest. Other than fuel lines and tune up parts that's it.

[@bruceklassen8261]

I’m really enjoying your show thanks for the tips

[@crayonsvat121]

Merry Christmas mama and everyone and thank you for the important information.

[@SeeMooreVids]

Merry Christmas and a Healthy, Happy and Prosperous New Year.

[@markyax1467]

I bought a Echo PB 400 40 years ago for my own use besides a carb rebuild and the muffler coming loose it still runs good. The blower guard was broke and the blower ate my t shirt right off my back . Some hardware cloth and tucked in shirts fixed that

[@Saxondog]

Well done on telling the truth as it is, young Lady. Have a prosperous New Year..

[@timscartoys9321]

Merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous New Year to you and your family!!

[@maitajack]

Merry Christmas and happy new year to you too. Enjoy your holiday's

[@KeepItMowed]

I've been running an Echo 9010T since they came out. I replaced my Husqvarna 580 and it was might and day. They only complaints I have are the swivel tube sticks and has from the first month of use. Just recently, it's getting a little harder to start and doesn't idle at the normal start position. I usually just put the auto a little higher. I figured it needs a carb adjustment. I need to buy the echo tool for it. Otherwise it has been an incredible time saver!

[@archiescott2229]

Always great videos, have a great holiday season!

[@markhouseholder524]

I was a Stihl guy. I need to replace 180c mini boss I decided to try the echo cs-3510. Now I own all echo equipment.

[@robertjeffery6100]

Great information… I just bought a husqvarna blower hope they behind there products like ECHO

[@kevinwilson8350]

Merry Christmas from down under Australia 🇦🇺. Keep the great videos coming 👍. Stay safe all.

[@rkcruzan]

The wiring issue you pointed out in this vid made me think that I would run my wiring through a flex tube like a gas line or something similar so that it was completely protected from beginning to end

[@jburbidge6832]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. Love your Channel...

[@antnotforwar]

I like the 9010 for fall cleanups or large cleanups. The first one that had got stolen so now I have one for the price of two.

[@Jamwcjconn]

Great Video Chickanic , Merry Christmas and Happy New Year

[@markcdeyoung3118]

I had an Old Echo 751T that little thing was a beast I modified it by mounting it on a luggage cart and adding 6 inch pneumatic tires on the rear and a crazy wheel from a shopping cart on the front mounted on a spring action gate wheel bracket I used it as a parking lot blower .. four acres of asphalt four times a week for 20 years (lots of tree debris) I know I had up in the thousands of hours on that thing the last time I checked the piston and cylinder (the whole machine looked like) new .. cross hatches and milling marks still visible I wore clean through two sets of those pneumatic tires and two front wheels the only thing I ever had to do to the blower is blow out the carburetors and the oversized modified screen filter I put tank a couple of times

[@oilhammer04]

For residential use, I have a Shindaiwa EB633RT Blower (bought in 2009), and a Shindaiwa EB262 blower. The EB262 looks like the equivalent Echo. I like Shindaiwa, but I guess they are being absorbed into Echo.

[@DallasG83]

I have a plug-in leaf blower and I don't need more than that but I still find this interesting.

[@matthewwearsch242]

I have an old Echo PB651H Hip control it's been an excellent unit

[@richardhoneywell7411]

Merry Christmas 🎅 thank you for your videos.

[@jimstelljes3925]

Congratulations to Anthony who won the Gooloo GP4000. I guessed 66 also but not quick enough on the draw. As always, great videos @Chickanic.

[@troypriest4014]

Merry Christmas to you and your family! God bless!

[@Swamp-Fox]

Merry Christmas Chickanic!

[@scottpreble3330]

I own 2 br800, one is a first yr model that still has lots of power ( more than a 2yr old red max8050 that I don't use that much).the newer 800 runs like crap and has no power. I have to watch that channel. Thanks I also own a 1 yr old echo 9010, the engine that lost compression. Echo warranted it but lost it for most of my fall clean ups. Dealership had to wait three weeks for the parts. Dealership also told me they 3 more in there shop for same problem. I noticed the spark plug was white as a gost before I dropped it off.

[@butch19471]

good info as always. Thanx Chicanic.

[@edjohnson5811]

I confirmed that Stihl is testing for the EPA. I pulled the plug from a Stihl BR600 and it showed signs of use. Also, in the primer bulb of a Stihl BR800X. it looks like fuel.left in the primer bulb. Thanks for the info.

[@SeeMooreVids]

For years I’ve asked, “Why are they messing with products that work just fine?” I believe, much to our chagrin, R&D in these manufacturing companies feel they need to continually improve on great machines, eventually leaving us in the lurch. If it ain’t broke, dammit, leave it alone! Great video. You’re awesome. Steve, Plymouth MA

[@jasono2139]

I highly doubt R&D is messing with what works as much as most companies that finally make a solid product are then pushed (by management) to lower the cost on every part and reduce the labor needed to manufacture their products... which ruins the design.

[@M.TTT.]

its the EPA

[@grwsmallenginerepairs4185]

Merry christmas from GRW small engine repairs northen lreland love your videos always a joy.

[@tee-steel.0158]

You are so helpful. Smart and beautiful. You save me so much $$$ thank you. Have a very merry Christmas 🎄

[@TheWabbit]

Merry Christmas to you guys!

[@JoeHakos]

Bre....Another great vid. Thanks again. Merry Christmas! Stay Safe!

[@rickthelian2215]

Merry Christmas Bree and Ron🎄

[@jasonmurdoch9936]

I own PB 770 St Echo Backpack Blower love it also have SRM 2620 weed eater had no issues with either one of them yet both fairly new but I'm no stranger to Echo products I've been buying them since the early 1990s when they were light colored Gray and they're always why I have the new ones is because my old ones got stolen and they lasted me for well over 15 years with no issues whatsoever definitely worth the money as far as I'm concerned nothing wrong with still they are great a little more expensive as far as echo and still I personally think they are about neck and neck

[@mr.notorious2465]

if I am not mistaken, the new model husqvarna 150bt uses same carb. crossing fingers you just solved my problem.

[@rogerwynn2131]

Merry Christmas 🎄 to you and your family 🎄🎄🎄