How To Install A Purge / Primer Bulb Properly (Don't make THIS mistake!!)

This video shows you how to easily install, repair or fix the primer or purge bulb properly and shows how the whole purge system works!
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[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@chiefpiatti]

After wasting time watching 8 rookie YT videos on replacing fuel lines, I finally found a man that knows his stuff. Thanks Steve.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@glassonyon]

Only guy on the planet who illustrates this plumbing setup!! Go Steve! Go!! Also kudos on the carburetor adjustment fuel/air mix screw tuning video!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@shakicommissariat3698]

Professor Steve, I never understood how the fuel lines should be connected and why they have to be connected a certain way. After watching your video, it is now crystal clear why the lines have to be connected this way. Many thanks to you for the best video on fuel lines. You have saved us all a ton of money. Please produce more videos, you sir, are talented!!!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

WOW! Thank You...

[@ackmino]

I like this guy. I dont trust people that dont drink. The honest truth.

[@rossball647]

thanks. the cutout was an excellent illustration on showing how the purge pump works with filter and all. you obviously had gone to a lot of effort to make this video and it's very much appreciated.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@rmbb1981]

I second that

[@ianjones4116]

I 3rd that . Simple but effective. 👍

[@averageamericanredneck6034]

It got my dad to under stand it to fix my weed eater

[@bigtexas7580]

*This is the best primer bulb vid on youtube. I always refer to it when I get a piece of equipment in where someone has put the fuel lines on wrong.*

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@DayClanTribe]

"purge" bulb! :-)

[@tudocervera3764]

your such a huge asset in the small engine community my man,,, dont ever stop what you do sir.. very much appreciated..

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@jeffreyosborne6747]

This completely solved a problem for me that was doing my head in. It is so counter-intuitive that I would have never realised this. Thank you. Thank you mate!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're very welcome!

[@stewartbruce2409]

I was always in fear of flooding the engine by pressing to many times on the purge bulb. Thanks to your clear tutorial with demonstration on how it works, you saved me money and lots of frustration. Steve you are really a gift to us youtube students! Blessings to you from New Rochelle N.Y. with much gratitude!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...and Thank You...

[@paulthomas3813]

Well you put this video out 4 yrs ago and it is still relevant. Had the same issue with an old chainsaw that now worx great. Thanx for the help.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@martinkimathi993]

Thanks a lot steve for ur invaluable information on 2 stroke engines trouble shooting & repair. Ive benefitted a lot from ur videos , my back pack power sprayers, mist blowers/ dusters & power saws no longer trouble me. Im kimathi from kenya. Thanks bro.

[@skunkapunka]

Just bought a toro t25 for 10 bucks at a flea market. It looked like it wanted to run, so took it home an realize it needed this purge bulb. Watched this video, Went back to flea market, and got one for 2 bucks, back home installed it and it runs good. If it wasn't for this video I would have been trying to fiddle with it and the carb wasting time. It really made me understand how different this system works from what I knew.

[@thedippytribe4294]

Wow Steve. 4hrs of me messing around trying to start my chainsaw and I realised I had my PURGE bulb backwards. Brilliant video. Thank you

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@marcswanson7066]

Thanks, you've quickly made a complicated subject understandable. There's nothing like a few good photos and/or drawings to help clarify matters. No one will ever know how much knowledge and how many insights have been passed on to others using only the back of a napkin and a pen or pencil.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@Tlingit100]

THANK YOU SOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!! I have not been able to get my Husqvarna 455 to work for years. First the fuel line rotted so I replaced that and it was all down hill from there. I would put it away for a year or two, then pull it out and try to get it running again, changed the carb, everything. I thought it might be the fuel lines hooked up wrong, but I could see that gas was going INTO the carb from the bulb. After your video I reversed the lines on the PURGE bulb and it runs like new! Thanks again !!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@rowlandbryant7274]

never mind your oil bottle you did an awesome job of explaining this

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@zgarcia51]

Steve, you are a huge time saver for me. I recently acquired a Homelite chainsaw. I dismantled and cleaned the carb, but could not get the thing to work. I worked on it for hours! Your fuel line example was great. Turned out the fuel lines had been previously replaced incorrectly. I reworked new lines based on your example and Voila, it worked! I've seen a few of your other videos and they are excellent. Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@carlbailey2448]

Steve, great video. When you have two size lines, thick and thin, which goes where. Anyone?

[@keithbrookshire]

That was a great explination of what's going on with the purge bulb. It's great to know it won't flood the carb.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Keith...

[@rogerbolles3772]

Thank you for this video, it resolved my issue. I have a husqvarna 125B which only ran at half choke, according to some videos the problem was the tube to the gas filter being broken. I but a new tube in and then it wouldn’t run any more. I ended up replacing the carburetor, ignition coil, gas filter and air filter, still no luck. After watching this video I saw that the blower tubes were not connected that way. The original out tube from the carburetor was the return going into the fuel tank. I know this was how it was as the tube was short ant one end was tapered to go into the grommet. When I ran the tubes according to you, the blower runs great. Thank you for all your easy to understand videos. This was my first small engine repair attempt, next is a ryobi backpack blower that I put the wrong gas in and seized up the engine. I ordered a new cylinder and piston assembly so I’ll see if I’ve learned anything about small engines.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@LM-iv4yz]

I rebuilt the Walbro carb on my cultivator and it was flooding gas into the combustion chamber and carburetor. After watching your video, I realized I had the tubing switched on the purge bulb. I switched them back and got it started and tilled my garden. Great video....thanks!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@richardrumplik7023]

Thanks Steve, I took it apart to replace my tank and then an emergency came up and a year later now I couldn’t remember what were the routing order As always you explained it so so well 😎🇺🇸 !!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@butchnelson5884]

Your video was two days late, I screwed around most of the day trying to figure it out and looking for a video to show me, and also how to replace the two lines from the tank that kept cracking until the last 3/4 in. with line splice, the whole thing just made me wanna go back to my recliner!

[@dwaynemadsen964]

I did remove all the lines, but not on purpose! While living on a US Army post they privatized housing and the contractor started mowing the lawns, it was no longer up to the occupants. After I retired, I was dusting off my old, long unused line trimmer. I was using a soft bristle brush and you can imagine my surprise when I brushed away the fuel lines! These videos are so informative, you are one of the content providers I recommend to others when they don't want to pay me to work on their machines. Stay safe!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@budwilliams6590]

I just replaced the lines on my chainsaw and questioned if I did it right because it didn't seem to make sense. See I was thinking it was a primer bulb and should be pumping gas out of the tank and into the carb but I knew that the way I put it together and where the filter was that it wasn't doing that. I watched three other youtube videos before I got to yours and all of them did it wrong, and I knew they weren't doing it right because I was positive of where the filter was installed. 3 minutes into your video and I understand. THANK YOU!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@frankschwebel8605]

Steve !!! You're a legend in you lifetime . I'm a retired small engines mechanic and still like to dabble in repairs . I believe i have a wealth of knowledge , but from time to time i need that knowledge dusted off and refreshed . I would like to compliment you on your tutoring and the way you present the topic of discussion in such an easy to understand way . Cheers to you Steve , you're right on the money !!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks

[@MrHalfpint32]

Steve you have absolutely the best fix it videos I have watched. You don't miss a detail and always very thorough. If anyone watches your videos they can definitely do the work. Thanks a ton.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks!

[@ve5psl]

I watched this video and had my ice auger fixed in about 5 minutes. The fuel lines were installed backwards by the previous owner. Thanks Steve. You saved the day

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Awesome!

[@mikeburke8656]

I just replace the fuel lines and purge bulb on a JD 2BV and kind of had an idea what was happening. But the cut away and demo made it clear and easy to understand. Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@csmihaly]

Steve, your creativity, and the wonderful explanations are priceless. I know how much work goes into these awesome presentations, from setting the show up, the camera angles, the editing; absolutely fascinating. Thanks a lot!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

[@hartland749]

All of my fuel lines got pulled out of the tank and I had no clue where to start. Can't thank you enough my friend!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@Blue-rw9kj]

Appreciate the help! Drank Rainier beer while in Seattle way back.

[@debwagner3161]

Steve....I had a Steihl br450c backpack blower that I was refurbishing completely and the correct fuel line installation was giving me a fit figuring it out. Your video on How To Install A Purge / Primer Bulb Properly - Video explanation solved the problem....Thanks!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Awesome!

[@yazvoldz7782]

TY Steve, dry rot made it impossible to figure which line went where. YOU made my day. Thanks again for the model (art) illustration.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@leskavage]

Steve, your stuff is the best. You're spot on when you bring up things that novices like me might typically do wrong when attempting to fix things on their own. You have saved me a lot of money since I found your channel on KZbin. Thanks to you I have dared to venture into an area of which I have had no formal instruction. Best to you and yours. JD OUT!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

I appreciate that!

[@francinevassell7374]

Im a heavy visual learner. The model was really helpful.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@dennismiller9681]

Wasn't sure I would get good instruction from someone drinking beer on the job, haha, but this was an excellent presentation, well done, undoubtedly helped lots of people.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@jimbob9352]

Love your video's Steve. It's like small engine school for free! Thank you for what you do!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

My pleasure!

[@mikerobinson9504]

Hey, I just wanted to give you a quick "shout out 'thanks!'" for clearly explaining HOW this device actually works. Lots of other videos said, "don't install it backwards," but never said WHY. No one ever pointed out the tiny word, "IN." No one pointed out that it SIPHONS fuel through the carburetor and exhausts it back to the tank. You SHOWED us. On my chain saw, the entire assembly blew off and was lost in the woods. Armed with your very clear explanation and then demonstration of how this thing does what it does, I was quickly able to discern which hose went to the carburetor and which one therefore must go back to the fuel tank, thus which one had to go where on the bulb, and why it mattered. Thanks to you, I was able to finish the repair quickly and correctly. "Outstanding!"

[@mikerobinson9504]

P.S. As I replaced the (Stihl-brand) bulb on my Stihl, I was very surprised to see that the ring on the unit where the bulb must attach really didn't match the shape of the two tabs. I managed to fit the piece by inserting it and then twisting it. I expected to find a ring-fitting like the one that is used on the fuel and oiler caps, but it didn't look that way at all - and I suspect that this is a big reason why the last bulb got lost in the woods! "I got it to stay, but I fear it could slip." (And it's a Stihl-brand part ... that I probably paid too much for. Looks though just like the one you list above.) Would love to see clarification on things like this in future videos.

[@michaeloliver5190]

You failed to mention your choice of beverage...

[@jacobcaster]

Thank you. This helped me understand what maintenance I needed for my dad's chainsaw.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad I could help

[@Tater4200]

i love your videos my friend. btw anyone having problems. if your pressing your bubble and its filling the throat of your carb with fuel. you got it backwards. swap the lines on your bulb around.

[@cforrester2186]

Thank you Steve! I’ve spent time watching other vids with folks stating to attach the filter to the smaller diameter fuel line (which made no sense to me) because it goes on the larger diameter line straight from the tank. Watching your video cleared things up for me. Much appreciated. Makes me want to drag another Craftsman chainsaw that has sat in storage for X number of years and make it run. lol

[@larryspivey5146]

This is a demonstration I've been looking for all the time. Thank you sir Steve

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@franksanchez911]

I once hooked up a purge bulb backwards and had to take the weedeater to a repairman at the place where I purchased the replacement bulb, where he discovered that I had installed the bulb backwards.... he was so gracious and didn't charge me. Because of his generous help, I always purchase my new equipment and replacement parts from his business. Thank you for All that you do to teach and help your subscribers. Keep up the great work!! Thank You Steve!!! Frank Out!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Franky! You're Welcome...

[@trimbaker1893]

Thank you. I will swap the lines in the morning. Right on, George.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@Tommy_Mac]

Great video! Thanks! I rarely give up on fixing anything. The fuel system on my trimmer was kicking me in the nuts. You're explanation finally made me understand what was wrong. Runs great now!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Tom...

[@steveindorset]

Steve you are an absolute Godsend!! Been putting new fuel lines on my chainsaw and after a few hours of messing your simple mock up made me realise I’m trying to “push fuel into the carb when I need to be drawing it through! Genius! Thank you again Steve many blessings and enjoy your beer! 😉👍

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad to help

[@paulk5311]

drawing it thru is still priming not purging. purge means to remove. you prime the carb by pulling fuel into it. that is not purging.

[@rickyphillips7469]

I believe the purging is removing the air.

[@davemoyer505]

I did the same damn thing- trying to pull fuel from the tank and push it to the carb. Just couldn’t get it to work. Duh! Now I get it. 👍😁🇺🇸❤️

[@gusty60]

Your example of the carb and hoses and gas tank made it completely clear how to run the lines!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@stevej8478]

Your video is now four years old and I just finally watched it and thank you. Took care of my dilemma.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@jamesscarborough4673]

Thanks for explaining the obvious to most. I bought a “broken” Husky chainsaw that wouldn’t start. The fuel lines were backwards on the PURGE bulb. (I did NOT know the difference as to bulb location) I ASSume primer bulb is on Stihl. Purge bulb is on Husky. But anyway. Thanks for taking the time to help us and save us money. You REALLY do a good job of KISS and explaining in detail why stuff works. That really helps!!!

[@paulk5311]

it is a prime bulb not a purge bulb. purge means to remove and you are not removing fuel you are adding fuel to the carb. this guys means well but he is calling a priming pump a purge bulb which is incorrect.

[@davieb]

@@paulk5311 Depends on what you are purging, air or fuel...

[@bigbassmann]

@@paulk5311 It all depends on how you think about it so it could be called either one. You could think of it as purging the system of air or think of it as priming the system with fuel.

[@alexandertx860]

Thanks a lot!! You helped me a lot in repairing my trimmer! Very clear and accurate description of the operation of the fuel system!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great to hear!

[@rayadams5076]

Thanks Steve. I finally got my Poulan Pro weed trimmer put together properly and it runs fine. Now I have to go outside and get to work. Thanks a lot.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@michaelhill1846]

I enjoy all your videos and it's nice to watch someone who knows what he's talking about !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

I appreciate that!

[@michaelhill1846]

Question for you Steve. On my ride on mower I understand how the safety switches work like the seat , if I get off 2 metal pcs touch and ground it out . But the brake switch which with pedal down a button is pushed in allowing mower to start ..okay ,so after its running and brake is off the button is not compressed and mower runs fine . Seems the safety switches ground out the system or complete a circuit. Pls explain the brake safety as I'm riding the short bus and no answer has popped into my head . I have an old Arians rear engine 10/28 Briggs & Stratton ( needs new carb) riding mower I plan to get going very soon ...safety switches or wire to fire .. Probably go back like when new .

[@outdoorsadrenaline]

Thanks man this was exactly what I needed to understand where I had made my mistakes on an edger I’m working on where the lines completely fell off due to being rotten. I really appreciate the fuel system example you created for demonstration that was cool and clever thinking!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@Joebanker80]

I just made the mistake of swapping out the carburetor and fuel lines on my husqvarna weed eater without labeling the four lines. I’ve tried trial and error swapping them out different ways and still haven’t got the right combination. Had to walk away from it a couple of times before I ended up hurling it across the yard. Can’t find any schematics on how it fits properly. Lesson learned ... take a picture of the damn thing before you start or label the lines. 🤪🤪 I realized after watching this there are only three lines. You probably saved me a new weed eater because I was about to wrap this thing around a tree. Thank you Sir! This is more than a work of art ... it’s a game changer.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thanks much....

[@ArmyMatt79]

Thank you for taking the time to show us the proper way to install the hoses for a 2 Stroke Small Engine. I REALLY APPRECIATE it!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Our pleasure!

[@knifetimestory]

Cheers!🍻 Best description on the Internet. Thank you very much! Great visual effects too. The cut out was the bomb!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

[@jameskeenum7629]

Well I’ll be! I’ve never seen the “in” on the bulb! Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Any time!

[@Kreeves11674]

Thank you Steve, this video is exactly what I needed! Found a 4 stroke Ryobi leaf blower on the curb. Picked it up and all it needed was a new bulb and fuel lines. So for less than $20 in parts, I have a practically brand new leaf blower. Cleaned up real nice! This video saved the day on which fuel lines go where. Great explanation! Thanks again! Subscribed

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Fantastic!

[@bellabird1000]

After watching, I’m gonna reconnect the PURGE ball one more time…sooo easy to screw this up and only one way will work… Thank you 🙏

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Good luck!

[@D22oyd]

I looked everywhere, including the manuals for my chainsaw on how to hook up the fuel lines and purge bulb. They were rotted and had completely disintegrated from time. Thank you very much for posting a video on how everything was connected.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

I'm glad my video was able to help you out! It's always great to hear that my content is making a difference for people like you.

[@johnbernstein203]

Steve....as usual another work of art. You know, if you told me a rooster's gonna plow, I'd hook up to him! Have a great weekend.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@waynejohnson7007]

The demonstration was great and now I have a clear understanding on what and how a purge bulb works

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Wayne...

[@DrHaley]

That was an awesome demo. Now I understand "purge" instead of prime... and now that I'm not afraid to flood my trimmer... dang it starts so easy, lol. I've been doing it wrong for decades!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@stevenhickey7115]

You are hands down the most informative small engine expert I've seen.. great job explaining this subject..

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Wow, thanks!

[@foghorn13]

Just what I was looking for. Thank you Steve!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@billkrebs2307]

You the best Steve! another great explanation with a beautiful illustration.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@loriesinex1631]

You've done it once again. Cleared that up for me. I didn't know how that worked. The way you illustrated that was perfect. Thank you.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@johnelskes6631]

You have no idea how much your video just helped me. Thank you !

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You are so welcome!

[@gratefultubs]

Thanks Steve! This was exactly what I was looking for. I've got LandShark tonight. Cheers brother🍻

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...

[@lwb1262]

Thanks Steve! I had a broken fuel line on my weed eater. After watching your video, I was able to make the repairs myself. Saving me the time it would have spent in the repair and the cost. You are the guy I go to on small engine repair.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

You're Welcome...and Thank You...

[@ronalddaggett3581]

Thank you so much. I can’t begin to tell how far I’ve been looking for an explanation of what that little button on my new stihl leaf blower actully does, so I don’t have to worry if I’ve pressed it to many times.

[@ccadama]

@Steve's Small Engine Saloon. Phew! You had me worried at the beginning of this when you called out three beers. What kind of serious problem could installing a purge bulb take THREE beers??? Phew. Not bad at all. Very helpful video. Hope you and your family stay safe and well.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on ! Thank You...

[@skillet2151]

You do a great job, excellent videos and clear explanations, keep it up!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@brianwalk108]

best explanation ever, this is exactly what ive been looking for, thank you!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

[@alexandercove1194]

That model was such an act of pure love of learning....you are a rare and great teacher...showing the love and keeping the faith...you are what America needs, especially now

[@anthony9thompson]

You are a genius. You can read my mind and anticipate all my questions

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Excellent! Thank You...

[@jeanlawson9133]

I have been there done that and didn't realize till watching your videos content.....Pobodies Nerfect.... I have learned something new... thanks 😎 Scotty

[@HermantjeB]

Yet another great video!!! Thanks Steve!! Great explanation👍👍

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@kennytaylor8541]

Thank you for being direct and as you said...the light bulb clicked on for me hahaha

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@clintonkim5075]

Thank you! Answer: Fuel Filter->Carburator Lower->Carburator Higher->Purge Bulb shorter->Purge Bulb Longer->Fuel Tank

[@Syncop8rNZ]

Great explanation, great demonstration, great video overall and despite being nearly a year old it appeared right when I needed it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad you liked it!

[@arkytrash7480]

Great explanation. Clear as can be. I always get the fuel lines mixed up. Even with my cheat picture. Short in/ long out. Thanks

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@maryhack5071]

Arky Trash kk

[@1990Vr6]

I picked up a 20 dollar Poulan 40cc saw yesterday that had this exact problem! Thanks for the video!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@larryzdanis5377]

I accidentally reversed the fuel lines on the purge bulb after installing a carb rebuild kit, and chainsaw would only run to half-throttle before bogging down. Naturally I was suspicious of the rebuild kit, but disassembly showed nothing wrong.. so I turned to Steve's video on the purge valve just to make sure I had the purge lines correct. Turns out I didn't, and that was the problem.. the one-way check valve in the purge line is critical to proper carb operation.. boy can these little annoying problems really kick your ass sometimes - and get you downright fuming. In the process, I also discovered that my replacement fuel lines were a little too big/loose, and at high rpm fuel was spitting out of the connections to the purge bulb, so now I need to order OEM fuel lines, to get this chainsaw finally back to factory condition. Thanks Steve.

[@RandyWBrown]

Great and clear as a mountain stream. Wondering why I'm just seeing it as I subscribed over a year ago. Must've just missed it.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@dj33441]

Thank you! You saved a lot time and money

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@WAVETUBE84]

Yeah, I was scratching my head wondering which way it went on... I researched the function of the purge bulb...yeah a bit reverse logic, easily understood with the proper instruction. It's important to understand.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on Buddy!

[@V8SKULLS]

Thanks steve, you're a big help, you helped me fix my problem with my weed trimmer, and I love you channel and videos, cold beers and many cheers.

[@Busfran]

finally somebody told me which hose connection that goes from the Prim . . . . . PURGE bulb to the tank!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@DirtNastyy]

Hahahaha THATS exactly why I looked this up because I forgot which line goes where 😂

[@pacman3908]

Awesome tip steve cause im having problems with fuel not going in a husqvarna blower with this set up you the man thanks bud

[@court7803]

Steve there is a cold beer here for in Australia, I thought I was going mad. Love the video.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Right on

[@gergoigaz9735]

It's a life saver video Steve, thank you! Greetings from Hungary!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@raymondwright7488]

Mate,Thank You so much,I rebuilt the carby,still conked out watched you fit the purge bulb ,sure enough,I had it ass abought.Im a grateful Aussie.Good onya Mate !!!😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@JamesZ1025]

Smartest tech online period!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@vietle7260]

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[@joebodkin6534]

Stumbled on your site today while working on a FS-90.Ended up watching 5 hours of your tutorials off and on while working on it. I am an experienced small engine mechanic but a refresher never hurts.Great Job !!!!

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@williamgreer1438]

your video helped immensely. I recently took my yard machine to a repair place to have the lines replaced, (didn't realize how easy it was). Line were put on wrong and one line going to carburetor came off the fitting. Thanks to your video I was able to fix it without returning it to the repair place. Thank You.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Great job!

[@darrylsiemer5666]

Thanks Steve, it's really a well done video. One question: if you were to hook the purge bulb's inlet fuel line directly to the gas tank bypassing the carburetor, would it still pump gas in the same direction if working correctly? If "yes" that would be a great way to test the bulb itself.

[@smokeycanuck8058]

Thanks man, really helped me. I'm wrestling with a chainsaw currently, cheers.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Glad I could help

[@charlesdunlap5321]

Been working on chainsaws a long time--best demonstration of primer/purge button I've seen.

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

Thank You...

[@nrrajedsolutions]

Thanks Steve. The demo make everything crystal clear

[@StevesSmallEngineSaloon]

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[@billkrause4585]

Perfect pictorial demonstration for us Steve. Does the gas flow go to the top of the carb and out the bottom. I would like to define where exactly the carb inlet is located?