Stihl BR550 4-Mix Valve Adjustment -No Special Tools Needed

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

If this video helped you, please consider clicking on the THANKS button above 🙌 The followup carb clean on this blower: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hGiahmuJZ82YmbM And here's another blower that didn't turn out to have the problem I thought it did: kzbin.info/www/bejne/rn3OkGBneNt8e5I

[@patthesoundguy]

I love that diy feeler gauge trick. For me feeler gauges are one of those tools that I can have tons of but can never find them and 5 minutes after I finish the job I'll find them 🤦😂

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I know that feeling Mr Pat 😹 Thanks for watching

[@haneyoakie14]

@@TheLawnmowerLady same here on the can’t find it until job is over. It is like the business card coil trick for 0.010. Seriously I use the business card of my old cardiologist who told me not to cut grass anymore.

[@HobbyMotorDK]

Beer can adjustment tool - it dosen't get any better then that. Thanks Stella - I really enjoyed this one

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Only the best Mr Claus. 😹

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

very nice tip, I've used this method a couple of times before.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr IHG. I would give credit where credit is due, if I remembered where I learnt that trick from. Cheers!

[@mr1pearl]

We sometimes don't get it on the first try but I'm sure part 2 will sort it out 👍 The valves still needed to be adjusted so not a waste of time amen ! Such a pro 👏👏

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr Bill, only wasted time with that back cover and recoil for the next one. Thank you for watching. Cheers!

[@theroastbeefking]

Well, this just diagnosed a problem I'm having with my br600. Thanks for the video

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I hope to hear from you how well it’s running after a beer or two! 😁

[@RaysLaughsAndLyrics]

Dressed like an engineer To repair the bog ya hear. Cleared it up to a degree, Carb kit?.. We shall see! Beer can feeler guage... You just stole Steve's Small Engine's thunder. Thanks for sharing Stella .. Best to You and Yours.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I already regret not digging out the”Steve” name tag. 😹 Cheers!

[@RaysLaughsAndLyrics]

@@TheLawnmowerLady👍

[@Big_Johns]

Nice video Stella, loved the beer can feeler gauge tip. Speaking of beer cans you should've had the name Steve on your shirt and a row of beer cans to choose from behind you. 🤣👍

[@rogermcdonald1607]

I know a guy that does that !🤣😁😂👍

[@Big_Johns]

🤣🤣 Me too Roger he sounds really familiar.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I know Mr John. Hindsight is 20/20. Maybe Steve will fix that carb. 😹

[@Big_Johns]

If I could just remember the name of his channel.... Steve's Small Bits or something like that.

[@haneyoakie14]

@@Big_Johns Steve’s Small Beer Emporium?

[@rayburnett3066]

I just learned something new by watching your for the first time. Thank you. I will be 70 in August of this year

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thank you Mr Ray! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

[@davidcurnutt9584]

These videos give me the warm and fuzzies.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr David. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

[@andersforrad]

Nice one Stella - I like that you show the honest side of things, I do the same. About the TDC - I never put the engine at TDC, I just check when one is closed the other valve is open, and vice versa - quicker way I think. Let me know yout thought to that :) Cheers!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr Anders! I know a lot of folks do that. Takes a good eye, and for those who have less experience, I’m happy to show a few different methods.

[@brewster3987]

Wow Lawnmower Lady, you're really upping your video game! Those were some great camera angles to really see the little details. And a valve adjustment is always more fun to watch whether it totally fixes things or not.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks ever so much Mr Brewster. I try real hard to make my videos as easy to follow. Cheers!

[@henrymurawskibigdogrepair]

Stella I had to do the same thing this year nine years and first time tuneup and it ran great 👍

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr Hank! I appreciate you watching

[@almclean4835]

Good video Miss Stella. I like all the tips on what we can use to set things up, soda cans, business cards all good info

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks for watching Mr Al ! I've been given so much good advice over the years, and I'm happy to pass tips and tricks on. Cheers!

[@trent8584]

It sure did need a valve adjustment but a lot of times there are multiple problems at the same time and you just start with the obvious things first. Great Job!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr Trent. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

[@GuysPlayingWithTools]

👍👍👍 Great video! Nice to know I am not alone using paper for this, and soda cans for that, while adjusting things.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

It works, Lol.

[@tinkeringtaylor3053]

Great video Stella,really good information about using the beer can as a feeler gauge saved $$,looking forward to part 2

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Coming soon Mr Nev! Glad to save some folks some $$. Cheers!

[@TheRustyRooster]

Can't win them all, how well I know, what an awesome tip on the soda can thanks

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I wish I could give credit where credit is due. Prolly some scrappy scooter trick I learnt, but honestly can’t recall. Thanks for watching Mr Rooster 🐓

[@garyclifton2180]

Nice spot with the valves Stella so not a total fail well done x

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr Gary. I keeping my fingers crossed that carb kit and fuel filter gets this pig off my work bench. Cheers!

[@garyclifton2180]

@@TheLawnmowerLady you don't need to cross your fingers Stella you have a great talent x

[@joerhea5785]

Absolutely my new favorite channel! I've learned so much watching you work.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr Joe! I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

[@themowerman]

Cracking job.. great video.. and a good tip on the can.. the engine sounds different too from when you first started.. with a new carb kit it will be a winner

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Funny you mention that Sir Mick. I noticed the different sound while editing the video, but those clacking valves didn’t register to my ears first time around. Cheers!

[@BADD400]

Fidly love that word. I really enjoy watching videos. Very informative.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Awesome, thank you!

[@haneyoakie14]

From the glass lined-tanks of Old Latrobe we tender this premium feeler gage for your enjoyment, as a tribute to your good taste. It comes from the mountain springs to you. Measures 0.033. Lol

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I’ll have to double check my calipers 😹

[@haneyoakie14]

@@TheLawnmowerLady the “33” is at the end of the “From the glass lined tanks…”, so I had to fit in into the joke somewhere. Lol

[@johnbosticco796]

Worked for my Stihl 600. Thanks.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching. Cheers!

[@haneyoakie14]

Nice job. Those are quite pricey new, so I might come across a yard sale or auction used one cheap, and now I have a clue how to at least partially return it to glory. Thanks Dony, er Stella. Blow Happy!!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Lol Mr Haney 😹 I think I’ll have to steal that Blow Happy for the next one. Heh

[@takismantas1159]

Using a Beer can instead of a Soda can results in better valve adjustment, assuming you are not emptying the beer in the sink !!!!!! Great tip the DIY feeler gauge Lady. Kudos.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

As someone said: Necessity is the mother of invention. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

[@thebeardedstork432]

Great stuff! I am anxiously waiting for part 2! I didn't realize that a lot of these were 4 stroke.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Coming soon! The 4-mix series sort of combines the best of both worlds. There's no oil sump, so the engine still needs 2-stroke mixed fuel. Lower emissions, and higher torque.

[@nashguy207]

Thanks for the tips Stella. Those 4 mixes can pull hard and not start good when the valves are out of adjustment!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr Bob, fingers crossed that carb kit and fuel filter fixes the problem. Thanks for watching

[@rickthelian2215]

Oh no, looks Stihl new😀 Bugger, it wasn’t just the valve clearances, great work in testing it properly 🤔

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I'll have to stihl that pun from you now 😹. Fingers crossed a new fuel filter and carb kit will fix it up. Thanks 👍 Mr Rick

[@timjones9406]

Awesome video Stella and thanks for the stickers 👍

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Glad you got them Mr Tim. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

[@VintageEngineRepairs]

Such a great tip with ally can. As always, high quality and well produced!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I appreciate that Tom. Cheers!

[@paulstir]

Outstanding young lady , your tips are awesome 👏 thank you 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thank you Mr Paul. I appreciate you watching

[@garybrugone433]

Another great Video. You definitely have a new fan. Thanks for the Video!!!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thank you Mr Gary! Cheers!

[@Andy-nm9dw]

Thank you for the pop can hack. Great information!!!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

You are so welcome!

[@jacshop6683]

Good job they had a recall on those for catching on fire years ago

[@jacshop6683]

They work good though

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

They did? I missed that one. Thanks for watching. Cheers!

[@jacshop6683]

Like the feeler gage tip

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Scrappy scooter hacks I think is how I first learned this. Cheers!

[@natew3156]

Great video. Going to give it a shot on mine. Tyvm.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

It's and easy job, even though it's a bit fiddly. Thanks for watching. Cheers!

[@rogermcdonald1607]

Great job Stella! Im betting your right, that it just needs some carb work and filters. Nice camera work as usual! 👍🇺🇸Roger

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Much appreciated Mr Roger. Thanks for watching 😺

[@Turningwrenches85]

Looks like a carb issue now it looks like .but thank you showing us the steps on adjusting the valve lash on one of these sthil blowers.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Finally got the parts in, hopefully get 'er done this weekend. Thanks for watching, Cheers!

[@JungleBobRepair]

Great video Stella!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thank you!! Cheers Mr JB!

[@Lovinflyindrones2022]

Stella. Love ❤️ ❤️ love your videos mate. Thanks 4 sharing

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Cheers William! I appreciate you watching.

[@hickorystx]

Great tips 👌!! Interesting filming which is so nice. True that you can't win them all, but still learn at the same time. I am sure a new carb kit and fuel ⛽ filter will do the trick!😁 Thank you very much!!!!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks Mr G! I hope you're right about the new carb kit. I appreciate you watching. Cheers!

[@mjlawnmowerservicing.2957]

Great video and brilliant information 👍

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks for watching! Cheers!

[@lalo2641]

Gracias amiga

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Te agradezco que veas mi video. ¡Salud!

[@edwardburke9181]

nice one lawnmower lady

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thank for watching Mr Edward. Cheers!

[@barryestell6324]

Top dead center is for some way to confusing , if you turn the engine over till 1 vale is shut all the way the other will be all the way open . But young Lady you put out some very good videos , great job .

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

You are absolutely correct Mr Barry. I do that sometimes when I'm in a hurry. Thank you so very much for watching. Cheers!

[@EzRay11]

Hey Barry and Stella I’ve never done a valve job. If valve jobs are supposed to be done on the compression stroke wouldn’t both valves need to be closed? Am I correct or am I missing something? Cheers

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

@@EzRay11 Thanks for that question. It might look confusing as the top of the valve stem is on the backside of that rocker arm (where the spring is) So when you see the end of the rocker arm where I adjusted the lash, that's not the top of the valve stem. That is a point where the rocker arm rests when the valve should be closed. There should be zero tension on the valve spring (on the other side of the rocker arm pivot point) If there is no clearance there, then the rocker arm would be putting pressure on the spring, holding the valve slightly open. I hope that makes sense. When you are NOT on the compression stroke, there is very little dwell time (as both rockers were moving with 10-15deg of rotation when I showed the that in the video). Being TDC on the compression stroke ensures the both valves will be completely closed, and will not be partially open, with a reasonable room for error in the flywheel rotation around TDC. With practice you can indeed just rotate the flywheel until one is closed, adjust that, and rotate until the other is closed. It is a little faster, but most owner's manuals and service manuals instruct finding TDC on the compression stoke. I figure it's easier for viewers who might be looking at a service or owner's manual to show that in my videos. Cheers!

[@EzRay11]

Thanks Stella, after watching your video again and applying your explanation that makes perfect sense. I liked the tip about rocking the flywheel back and forth. I’ve never seen that done before. I have a couple of parts machines in the garage. Out of curiosity I’ll have to give it a try Thanks for all you do.

[@Inisfad]

Great tip about wiggling the valves to see if you’re on the compression stroke. How do you tell which valve is the intake and which is the exhaust?? Oh, an by the way, great choice in beer can!!

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks! Most of the time, with these overhead valve type designs, the exhaust valve is closest to the muffler, and the intake valve is closest to the carburetor side. Thanks for watching Ms Inisfad. Cheers on the beers! 🍻

[@RicKchard]

Thanks a lot lady, l will try it (cocacola can) soon.

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Happy to help. Cheers!

[@user-ld1nz9lw1x]

Nice

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks

[@rangerbandit911]

Thanks lawnmower lady

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks for watching. Cheers!

[@lalo2641]

So snart

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Thanks for watching!

[@lalo2641]

@TheLawnmowerLady I'm changing the oil seals on my br500 stihl blower I hope it works😂

[@lalo2641]

@@TheLawnmowerLady I have no experience 😂but I'm trying 😂

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

Lots of good info all over KZbin. Good luck!

[@lalo2641]

@@TheLawnmowerLady thanks

[@Hooterzutoob]

Stella, can I use the same .004 setting on my BR350? Also where can i purchase parts for this BR350 blower?

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I didn't think the BR350 is a 4-mix? I might be wrong, but if it is, yes .004 is the correct spec. Stihl has the parts market pretty tightly locked to authorized dealers, and many of the big parts houses don't have spares. I have good luck on ebay. Thanks for watching!

[@tonypadilla6404]

What is the Gap on the Spark plug

[@TheLawnmowerLady]

I've not looked it up in the OM, but generally 0.030" (.75mm) is common on most small engines.