Spring oil Change turns in to major engine work

[@1man1woman65]

I live about 15 minutes away from Jack's Small Engines and they are really the place to go. Very knowledgeable and helpful.

[@timothyball3144]

Just went out and looked at a reach forklift I need to service tomorrow to see if there was anything else he needed. I looked it over and noticed the muffler sitting at a 45 degree angle open to the rain and snow then running straight to the turbo. Without having just seen this video, I probably wouldn't have thought about it. So he'll get a nice 45 degree tip on it. Thanks DP!

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol good and bad all at the same time

[@shootersoptiontargets]

Dirt Perfect the Lawnmower mechanic, man that resume is looking SWEET! Great work buddy.

[@DirtPerfect]

😁👍

[@tangowhisky14]

I knew within the first few seconds I was going to enjoy this and your video certainly didn’t disappoint. How on earth did you manage thumbs down reviews ! Huge thanks and stay safe. Manchester UK.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Jim appreciate the feedback

[@BZ1340]

Glad to see the 120 is back together. You must be happy you have your baby back.

[@DirtPerfect]

Nope was before I took it apart

[@bladerunner6354]

@@DirtPerfect lol, so true there dirt!!

[@stevenhall3330]

Welcome to Dirt Perfect small engine repair! Good video Mike

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks 👍

[@makingithappen5178]

I remember when I was a kid, how my brother and I ground the valves on a whole Ford 289. We had the heads on the kitchen table and grinded all night, so that the table would be empty for breakfast. We were 11 and 12 years old. It was our first V8.

[@h20dad1]

I have ordered plenty from Jack's Small Engines over the years. They have never steered me wrong.

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup seams to be a good place

[@Mrsteve4761]

I concur!

[@cornillious1]

I live really close to jacks. The service department is the worst. I refuse to give them another dollar.

[@michaelholmes458]

Nice video.......great maintenance.....now that's how you save a ton of money.....smart.....Thanks for sharing.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks for watching

[@davidhill4711]

This fix must be very satisfying. Lawn mower saved from the grave yard!!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup and cash saved

[@Phil_86]

DP you are one amazing, "I can handle this", kind of guy! Always enjoyed taking things apart and figuring out how to fix them. Never taken an engine apart so this was very interesting. Thanks for another great video!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks 👍

[@kirk467]

I totally agree and it’s a good thing that he has great skills because not just anyone can do what he accomplishes on everything! 🤙🏻🤙🏻

[@arnoldromppai5395]

even tho i am in Canada i have always used Jacks small engiens for all my parts,for over 30 years. prices are by far better price then any dealer, not to mention the great customer service

[@RichardHeadGaming]

Skillbilly valve spring compressor available today at your country parts plus wholesaler. Part No. 00001. Given a two thumbs up rating.

[@richardtruesdell8289]

Thanks for the detail on the work appreciate it.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@WatchWesWork]

Quite an oil change! That mower is built like a tank!

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol and yes thanks buddy

[@willishiland6069]

As always great video! Thanks for sharing!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@blackdogexcavator21]

I'm diggin the new muffler. When she's idling she sounds like a Farmall Cub tractor. I guess now you can call it a Scag Tiger Cub. Good job on the repair.

[@patrick11169]

btw scag makes a tiger cub lol

[@TheDavidarlen]

Thanks really helpful gives me some confidence to work on a small motor.

[@DirtPerfect]

Awesome

[@kennymysak2079]

I was thinking he would build a Dirt Perfect muffler to match the rest of equipment yeah the price of stuff is crazy at least its fixed and The beautiful CEO Mrs Dirt Perfect can have her yard mowed . Keep up the great videos

[@DirtPerfect]

Thought about it

[@NotJustaTool]

Oh the grass cutting season. This reminded me, I have a bad blade bearing on my deck. I'm scared to look now. lol Good fix Mike.

[@curtisricks9043]

Good one Mike, Thanks.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@thisisconstruction.]

Very informative and comical.. no needless info.. ie. scraping the head or cleaning up the mess.. just to the point if you don’t know too clean up the spilled coolant you probably need more help ;)... thank you. Love your videos!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks Steve

[@poparcherdunn3189]

Well done, I am many will find this video informative

[@hackdlc]

Spending the first 28 years of my life growing up in an automotive machine shop, I approve. Lol. Great job. Not everyone can always spend the money sending equipment to the repair shop. I always try and repair everything myself.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@paulr5875]

Great work Mike!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@gene5022]

Good job, DP😊😊😊

[@carljakel3111]

Great video very educational really enjoyed it keep up the good work

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@guyconnell2250]

That 3 cylinder sounds distinct and really nice.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@edwardgaskin4245]

Sounds great. Nice work

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@billwestphal1421]

Jack's has saved my butt many a time.

[@JT-qf4it]

Any time you pull a valve train apart. Put lube on any metal to metal contact areas. Ends of push rods, valve stems and rocker arms. There is no lubrication until after start up and oil gets to those parts. If removing valves, the stems should have oil on them too,

[@vinyldragon5103]

Should also set head bolt torque to about 50% then go at full torque then repeat at full torque

[@12yearssober]

Vinyl Dragon Can you explain that in more detail?

[@RMartin631]

Should also set the valves hot.

[@tritech]

To speed up lapping, I've used a drill from the underside at low speed. Put in a driver bit and connect it with a bit of tubing to the skinny side of the valve. Works great and is super fast.

[@TheGingerGenius78]

Good job, first thought a timing belt or chain or gear had gone. Nice diagnosis and repair ! Exhaust Mod was great done a few difference exhaust changes on machines where OEM was so expensive!

[@waltermattson5566]

What a great video and a nice repair. It’s fun to watch you fix stuff.

[@jeffcotton526]

Necessity is the Mother of Invention! Great creativity and adjustment on your part!

[@ericbaker9546]

Nice work. I enjoy all your videos!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@tbix1963]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and adventures. Good old engine tinkering for the win. Stay safe, wishing you and your family the best.

[@iamcharliew67]

Job well done!!!

[@thomasyerbey337]

Great video Mike 🇺🇲

[@wtfbuddy1]

Nice Spring fix - amazing how loss of back pressure will affect the idle

[@stevesmith8107]

In a pinch I have made a spring compressor out of heavy c clamp that is deep throat type. Also weld up some tube an use screw from clamp with a deep well socket on it to compress spring to release locks. Of course the mower didnt have enough seat pressure to matter. Have start doing that mower like old dozers 5 gallon bucket over the exhaust.

[@anthonydurbin7395]

love the honesty it was my fault lack of maintenance .sighn of a true gentleman

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@kirk467]

I’ve used Jack’s Small Engines in the past and they’ve always had everything I needed, saved me a few times! Good video Mike and good job brother, thanks for sharing and y’all stay safe and healthy! 👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jacksak]

Enjoyed this, great video... thanks...

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@sassafrasvalley1939]

My dad used to say, “Things always happen for a reason. A smart man fixes the reason and not just the thing.” Loved your Farmall muffler fix!!! About that mess... don’t know how much was fluid spill... but I do recall the Cap’n amazed at the funnel collection that you didn’t use??? LOL Next step... turn Gunner loose and see how long that muffler lasts.

[@ericschmelzer6243]

putting the money and time into a Scag is money and time well spent.

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

It's good to see that this was from back in February and that you didn't wait until April to get the mower fixed. Your dog looks lonely.

[@DirtPerfect]

Running good now

[@ROTTK9]

side notes for future use on the next muffler you may need to buy, put a large worm gear clamp ( + thin sheet metal to spread out the clamping force ) around the muffler and weld the nub to the bracket, less chance of creating a hole. it looks like the radiator reservoir is missing and loosing coolant out the hole where its hose attaches to the radiator. glad at the end you had a chance to relax for a minute.

[@duncanraeside3290]

That was a very good well done job, to think all because of the bad muffler. I have a 62 inch Ferris zero turn but it never stays outside.

[@markroderick3300]

helpful hint: turn the qaurt of oil over from the way you were pouring it so it will pour smoother. some qaurts even have a little diagram on them to show you the proper way to pour it

[@TheSnakeman3]

Amazing it didn't do more damage. Either the valve clearance is monstrous or the valves are straight up and the piston just kissed them up enough where they stuck. Great job on the repair, fabrication and all the money saved by doing it yourself.

[@cranerigging3604]

Thankfully no piston damage . I like the "chevron" / tractor tread tires on the SCAG mover .

[@royallclark6331]

What a fun video! My dad was a welder/pipefitter by trade and did a lot of small welding jobs at home. It was only stick welding back in the 50's but he pounded it into my head not to look at the tip when he struck the arc. I did watch once and yes, eyes hurt for a couple of days! Even after 60 years (scary to think its been that long) I will still close my eyes even when watching a video!! LOL You really got off easy on this repair. I truly thought you lost timing in the valve train.

[@DirtPerfect]

lol thanks buddy

[@bladerunner6354]

Did your orbits feel sandy? Wet tea bags on eyes for relief.

[@inekelassooij840]

Geweldig gedaan top job. En een prachtigen film 🎥 Die duidelijk is prachtig gedaan ✅

[@zyircannady9597]

Love your video keep it up

[@9856CB]

Another great video.

[@DIRT-BOSS]

Nice diagnostic and fix!

[@harryburford6629]

hi just a back pressuer problem with old exhaust new one fixed it. money well spent good video

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@radioace318la]

When the man said "$500 bucks" for a new muffler did he have a straight face? When I saw you cutting that angle on the exhaust end I knew what you were up to. Excellent Job, Sir! My first thought was a broken timing belt, pulley, or chain. This is an excellent example of why not to leave your stuff sitting outside uncovered. Well Done! Cheers from Louisiana.

[@DirtPerfect]

lol thanks Rick

[@JerichoRally]

anyone else hold their breath while Mike blew out the radiator! Awesome video!

[@jrbrumley9334]

Great job! I have a SCAG TIGER 61 inch and love it. I also noticed the rear tires on your machine and I also put tractor type tread tires on the rear of mine and it makes all the difference!

[@DirtPerfect]

Tires do make a difference for sure

[@markkenes4848]

I used to rebuild engines and the first thing I bought was a valve spring compressor tool. But you did awsome !!!! Nice to have the skills to do it yourself. When you going to get started on the deer. Nice vid Mike.very informative.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@rjacko7478]

Great work 👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@williammatthews2948]

My wife says my exhaust causes all kinds of problems too. Maybe that's why my idle is a little rough. Lol. Have a blessed and safe week. Stay healthy.

[@DirtPerfect]

Lol

[@gregcothrum4045]

Great video have a great one and stay safe 👍

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@bigbarracreekaussie3449]

She's a win, take that.

[@stashwaxroller1740]

Was hoping for a chrome stack with a weather cap...............Good work and good lesson for everyone watching.

[@gregallsup9522]

Awesome Job!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@73DiamondReo]

been buying from jacks for years! I bought a massey with a blown up daihatsu diesel years ago and had to buy a new block, crank, rod, starter and a bunch of other parts. dont remember if the rod or crank failed but they were made from powdered metal and thats what lead to the failure. still made money on that machine and there's a video of it on my channel from years ago

[@DirtPerfect]

Yes awesome place

[@johnhenley862]

Great Video Mike

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@kirk467]

Yeah Mike , it’s like if you bought the same mower part by part! It would cost 10 times more! These companies that sell you the mower charge so much for replacement parts, it’s freaking ridiculous brother! Your fab work looks great and I’m a retired welder/ fabricator/ Pipefitter for 37 years, great video and great job Mike! 👏🏻👏🏻👌🏻👌🏻🤙🏻🤙🏻🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@jamesdiehl8690]

Polish the valves,get a lapping tool and compound, clean the valve chambers and lap the seats. New gaskets, clean the deck and replace everything. 👌

[@chrissheathewoodguy]

I'm glad you got it fixed up cheap. Ours had got to the point after 10 years it seemed like every thing leaked oil. Not worth fixing. Dropped a little over 10,000 on a new one last month . I do like some of the new features . The seat suspention is much better. 😥

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup I bet mine don’t ride the best

[@darricksanderson4359]

What's got two thumbs and has a helper? This guy!

[@bladerunner6354]

Great repair and vid Dirt

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@timk.2381]

When you grind the valve with the grinding paste took a little bit oil, it make the surface a little bit smoother.

[@mikeseguin6443]

Job well done as per usual.👏🏻👏🏻🤘🏻🇨🇦🇺🇸

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@jwg19444]

👍 Nice workaround for that muffler.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@rockeerockey6941]

Only one small safety issue I see is I never put antifreeze back in for the initial start, until I'm positive there are no leaks. Excellent vid Mr Dart Perfect,, please keep them coming, we need good entertainment, especially right now!

[@DirtPerfect]

Will do my best and thanks

[@rockeerockey6941]

@@DirtPerfect BTW, excellent call on the plugged muffler#

[@davidkeith8687]

Good job on the mower!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@bigal2298]

The word you were searching for was distortion . Friend of mine has a mower like that and he runs the wheels off it and it just didn’t give up, you can’t go wrong with that thing. Great videos Thanks , stay safe

[@robertpayne6960]

I was thinking it was "deformation" he was searching for.

[@EDLaw-wo5it]

Good work Mike and a good vic. havagudun bud.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@Tafs315]

You did a great job well worth the time if you do it right. I understand I would not have paid that for a muffler either. No get to work. Its rain so much here we been cutting grass every weekend

[@DirtPerfect]

Wow not that bad here yet

[@larryehrlich57]

Keep the mower dry with an overhanging roof. It would be easy to attach an over hang roof to your structure...somewhere hidden if necessary.

[@thegoodearth7]

At 6:55 the valve retainer cap went into a low earth orbit. You maintained your cool in an impressive way! Great video! Subscribed.

[@DirtPerfect]

lol yes it did and welcome to the channel

[@jameswilson322]

Man I love your garage set up, the TV in the corner is a1. Never have to miss the news .

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@lcl_eworks16]

Nice job Mike to get the mower ready for another year of mowing without going overboard and spending too much

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@scottyjones27]

Kool it sounds like my grandpa's old small farm all tractor!!!

[@wagnerj01]

Thanks for the vid. I watch a lot of youtubers running different types of companies, and one almost has to be a mechanic to fix all that goes wrong. I can't see being solvent if you have to pay someone else to do it.

[@clydeacor1911]

As good as new again!

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup 😁

[@dstevenpaisley]

Straight piper!!!

[@paulr5875]

And she sounds good.

[@dannyharris7218]

Jack's is a great place, always helpfull and gas what a person needs!!

[@1986yamahafazer69]

Excellent job! Just think how much money they’d charge at the mower shop. 😂

[@DirtPerfect]

Yup

[@calebweaver3628]

I have had the rain wash the paint off of one of those cheap mufflers I bought. On the second one, I took a damp cloth and wiped the paint off once I heated it. Just repaint it with the color of your choice high temp paint and it will last a long time.

[@bjgarbacz1]

Jack's is amazing! Theres a couple more but Jack's jas the best parts diagrams

[@davidbroad4834]

Good job on the mower.

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks

[@chickenhawk212]

If you put that fuel filter in facing the other direction, junk will accumulate on the outside of the filter where you can see it instead of the inside and you can tell if it gets dirty

[@martincorbitt1979]

Great job!!! Damn that was crazy what they wanted for a new muffler!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks and I know

[@martincorbitt1979]

Good job!!

[@DirtPerfect]

Thanks appreciate that