The viewers were right about this Bolens Trimmer.

[@paulburns3788]

Hello Home garage you're the best fixing lawn equipment

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Paul Burns I appreciate it.

[@johnevans9716]

I found one on the curb the other day.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you pick it up then? does it run?

[@HomerSimpson14]

@@HomeGaragechannel nah it was not worth to fix.

[@enesdedic2039]

You are the best at fixing lawn equipment

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate that Enes Dedic

[@kamikazecosmonaut]

Best thing to do after trimming and mowing is watch these restorations on old or just broken trimmers

[@garymucher9590]

If you're having problems adjusting the carb to satisfy both the high speed and low speed needs, try cleaning the exhaust port and screens before doing anything else. The engine need to breath with allowing fuel and air in, and equally expelling it after it is burnt as well. Just an idea...

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for the tips!

[@RussellBooth1977]

It needs the guard attached to the head of the shaft not only for safety but it also has a blade which keeps the string trimmed off to the required length which prevents the engine from becoming overloaded,it also makes it easier to tune !

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are correct. Although I'm considering making it a straight shaft.

[@electroddxful]

I wouldn’t enlarge the holes on the fuel tank ever. Great video and repair. 👍🙏👍🙏👍🙏

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Me neither, thank you RayFpv

[@shawndubay4050]

@@HomeGaragechannel looks like it would be easy to have an engine fire while in use. Would never enlarge the fuel tank holes for the fuel lines. Gasoline gives no warning signs when it's going to go aflame. It just ignites violently and burns anything its on, in, or close to . Had that happen with a old homelite weed whipper. Got hot really quickly and I just threw it into a patch of dirt.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very true.

[@trainmaster0217]

I have and it works just fine. Used ethernet cable as I didn't have any extra tubing. Had to seal the holes a bit with silicone sealant and melt the bigger ends to the carb for a tight fit. I would do it again if I have to.

[@massimoterenzi5056]

Pretty straight forward job....done perfectly I might add! I would have done the exact same thing. As for enlarging the holes for the gas lines, I never would do such a thing, you're definitely asking for trouble. Thanks for another great vid!!! Love them.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Massimo Terenzi

[@watermanone7567]

Never enlarge the fuel holes in the tank, I have inserted a wire on difficult tanks to assist in pulling the hose thur. Thanks, nice video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate that Waterman one.

[@yuribrandi8212]

I use a pair of hemostat forceps for this type of work :) lock it onto the tube, and pull. A really old mechanic gave a pair to me a long time ago, and I still use them 15 years later. I use the curved typed specifically and the straight pair don't see use as often.

[@watermanone7567]

@@yuribrandi8212 I do this also, but some tanks have the tube holes on the opposite side of the tank than the filler cap, Sometimes need a wire to pull it thru. Thanks

[@trainmaster0217]

I have and it works OK but you have to seal the holes on the tank so there are no leaks. Used ethernet cable with the 8 wires inside removed as I didn't have any extra fuel lines. Did it last year and it is still working good this year.

[@garyalensr]

I wouldn't enlarged the holes. The holes are at that size for a reason. when I fix my or other peoples equipment I don't cut corners I do it properly. Thank you for sharing this video. I love your content

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem Gary Allen and thank you for the comment.

[@jameswturley]

I love your videos. I don’t even have anything I need to fix but find this fascinating. Makes me think if I ever need to fix something, I can just follow along with one of your videos. Keep up the great work! And if ya ever run across a certified brand lawn mower from Canadian Tire, my current mower, would love to see you take apart one of those. And I would not enlarge fuel tank holes to make it fit different gas lines.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Whatever pops up, I appreciate it.

[@williammoore4800]

That's the very first one of them that I actually ever seen startup never have a problem

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right. I really thought I was going to have to at least replace the metering diaphragm but I didn't need to for a change.

[@matthewpiper3288]

I have also made the mistake of enlarging the fuel line hose holes in tank with not so good results so i avoid that practice if all possible, i also find spraying a little lubricant on end of fuel line then insert into opening and rotate fuel line clockwise like you are tightening a bolt this will help push new line enough in tank so you can grab it with needle nose pliers. Good Stuff, Thank You.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you Matthew Piper.

[@tyroneclarke1666]

Thank you for the video. May be file or drill the larger fuel tank hole smooth for a better seal. Just as well you had some larger size line in your kit. Cheers from Perth WA. 🇦🇺🦘

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you're absolutely right Tyrone Clarke.

[@edelpena8665]

Is there a 3rd channel ? I would like to add it. I learn so much from you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I'm planning on one, It will probably do with recycling old equipment. I'll let you know when I get it going.

[@specialt9744]

I was just fixing the same trimmer and then this shows up in my notifications🤣

[@HomeGaragechannel]

what a coincidence !

[@fatdaddygaming9102]

Same!! I got one for free off who I thought was a friend lol now I think he hates me! This thing is junk lol

[@davidcarr286]

Very good and informative video. Thanks

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@der_pinguin44]

Been sick for the last week. Just now catching up.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I hope you're feeling better

[@der_pinguin44]

@@HomeGaragechannel nah dude, caught covid. Tried going to work today, that ended in failure. I did, however, get some footage of doing those headlights with the retrobrite. I'll hit you up on Facebook.

[@marshallcollins3376]

An oldie but goodie. Just picked one left in the alley with no string head. Surprised when it started right up with a little fuel in the carb throat. 72 PSI compression. Next on to figuring out why someone had taken off the shaft and lost the string head. Probably the cable which means another one for the parts pile. BTW, I wouldn’t drill out the tank.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice, thank you Marshall Collins

[@kristenfriedrich7596]

I don’t like this kind of Trimmer because they’re too uncomfortable to use I like straight shafts as always I love your videos keep up the great work God bless you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are correct, this trimmer is not comfortable at all.

[@buddyreed2623]

I agree with what you said about the ethanol gas. I found it eats the gas lines. I found the filter in my chainsaw rolling around the bottom of the tank. I have not had a problem with the nonethanol gas going bad with the mixed or regular gas. I have not used the fuel stabilizer that some folks say to use and everything cranks. The mixed and regular fuel I have is probably 2 years old. I really like it when you get things running that previously were not.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Buddy Reed

[@aussienebula8331]

Another great video, thanx mate. And yeah oversized fuel line everytime for me.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks again!

[@MAIRODAVID]

Do you have a video when replacement drive shaft?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no I don't

[@idanny-xz6bf]

Would like to see you make some longer videos 😊

[@HomeGaragechannel]

how long? 10 to 12 minute videos take about 10 hours to produce already .

[@idanny-xz6bf]

Sorry didn't think it took so long to make a short video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

well now you know, my videos are not "one takes" there's a lot going on when I film. Then the post production works is takes the longest with editing, scripting and voice over. So yeah, these 10-12 videos seem short, but when compared to the raw footage of 2 Hours.

[@beefjerkey962]

Thanks for the video! Just waiting for those experiments with that mower engine

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you! I forgot, did you have a specific experiment in mind?

[@beefjerkey962]

Yes,I was thinking maiby to fill it with soap instead of engine oil,or to run it on diesel fuel

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's right, I'm still working on the logistics

[@darrionnelson4784]

I notice that at 11:02 when you release the trigger and the trimmer was idling, the head was still spinning is this because this trimmer doesn't have a clutch? because I have the same problem with my trimmer when ever I cold start the head moves slightly but when the engine warms up the head spins consistently while its idling and I know for sure that my trimmer a sthil fs 280 has a clutch but I'm not sure when the clutch isn't disengaging when the trimmer is idling

[@HomeGaragechannel]

This trimmer has clutch. I think I have the idle speed too high, there's an RPM where the clutch will engage so I have to lower the engine speed till the head stops.

[@darrionnelson4784]

@@HomeGaragechannel any ideas how to rectify my problem? I'm not sure if its the carburettor or the clutch spring which is causing my trimmer head to spin consistently

[@HomeGaragechannel]

turn the idle screw counter clockwise when the engine is warm till the clutch stops spinning. If it never stops spinning and the engine eventually dies, then you might have a clutch problem that keeping it engaged when the engine Is warm

[@darrionnelson4784]

thank you... what should I change the clutch pads or the spring or both?

[@butler386]

No- do not enlarge the tank holes. That just complicates things. Great sounding after you got it all adjusted. Thanks for the video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I noticed that it sounded good too. Thank D Butler

[@stevenchandler4218]

Hey HG. NO I would never enlarge the holes, just asking for trouble eh. Good video man 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Me neither, thank you Steven Chandler.

[@markharrison-f1h]

Mine was running just fine until i started adjusting carburetor and since then i havent been able to get it started

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes it's a very tricky thing to do, especially if you get lost, on how many turns you've made.

[@donaldasayers]

Honda powered trimmers have a rubber bung that fits in the tank with the lines going through the rubber. With the bung out the filter will go through the hole. In a case like this I would use a step drill to drill a hole big enough for a Honda tank bung.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

now that's an idea.

[@colesteffens5402]

Yep, I do enlarge the holes. Only when necessary though. And I also use a slightly bigger drill bit than the hole. I think it’s ok to do sometimes

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Cole Steffens, If it works out, you would never know someones enlarged them.

[@colesteffens5402]

@@HomeGaragechannel Yes, I just find it annoying to try cramming the large tygon line through the small hole. But in 4 years of small engine repair I haven't had anyone come back complaining of leaks.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's good. When I did it, I drilled it out a bit, then they used ethanol gas and the lines started leaking.

[@ackeheh]

I have enlarged the holes a few times :D Reason was I did not have gas line small enough on hand. So I drilled the tank hole a little bigger. Making sure the gas line went in snugly. Of course the hole must be clean unlike that one in the video. It worked great for me. 2 years later still good. I dont see why there would be a risk of leaking if the line pulls through the hole with the same friction as it would originally be. Maybe its not so good? It was my own personal trimmer anyways. I've done far worse getting my lawn equipment working again.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice work!

[@YTTPDGaming]

I got a question I have a push mower that just says add oil never change should I change it or just keep it it's a snapper

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It's a suggestion by the manufacturer, however, you can still change the oil and they're leaving it up to you to decided what to do. I would definitely change the oil as often as possible.

[@YTTPDGaming]

Will do that thanks

[@whitelightning5937]

I have a Troy built 4 cycle weed whacker that smokes but it is not due to an excess amount of oil it is half way up the stick any solutions?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

as a test I would remove the emission hose that leads from the engine to the air filter base, just disconnect it from the air filter base and leave the hose open. If that doesn't work, then your rings are letting too much oil past them.

[@whitelightning5937]

@@HomeGaragechannel that is the weirdest thing it is still smoking after removing the emissions hose I should note that it is coming from the muffler

[@HomeGaragechannel]

unfortunately, it sounds like the rings are the problems.

[@whitelightning5937]

@@HomeGaragechannel thank you for the information

[@TecumsehRulesbcserk]

The only bad thing ethanol does is attract water, other than that it is pretty harmless. It is the other additives in unleaded that are really hazardous towards your engine

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Smallengineworld BCSERK

[@user-yw7rz3kd9m]

Need to know the fuel mix, 40:1 or 50:1?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

according to owners manual for BL110 it's 40:1

[@BackPorchMods]

Yo whats going on I found a bolens the other day too on the curb it was only missing a gas cap runs fine so far

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice find.

[@profsteveitcc3140]

Great channels! I am learning so much!!!!!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad to hear it, and thank you ProfSteveITCC

[@dwaynecollins4974]

I would say I tried once to make them smaller because somebody before me tried to make them bigger and made them too big LOL my question is, I've heard the head of the trimmer is not supposed to spin until you use the throttle trigger. Is that true or no?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it depends if it has a clutch. With the engine off, I would try to spin the trimmer head by hand, if it wants to spin back into the same position, it Does NOT have a clutch, so the trimmer head is going to spin all the time even at idle. BUT if the trimmer head spins freely, it has a clutch, and only then, is the trimmer head, supposed to be stationary, when the engine is at idle.

[@dwaynecollins4974]

@@HomeGaragechannel thank you sir!

[@tlowe]

My wife thinks I'm crazy for watching so many videos about broken lawnmowers... Can you do a video showing how you'd diagnose a motor surging under load? I have a 2016 Honda HS928 snowblower and I can't get it to stop surging. I believe it sat for a year or more without being started, I've replaced the jet and it still surges.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I don't think I can do a whole video on the surging but It might be in a Q&A video or a shorts. The problem with your surging is that pilot jet is clogged. It's on top of the carb, right below the Idle set screw. If the hole that clogs is extremely tiny, I something about .010" You'll need to use a single wire from a brass brush to clear it or a micro drill bit. IF you don't want to mess with it, just replace the carb with an aftermarket one for $15.

[@rayheatherly672]

i just replaced the coil and carb and fuel filter and sparkplug and it wont start(Bolens)110' and 160

[@HomeGaragechannel]

have you done a compression test on the engine?

[@rayheatherly672]

havent checked the compression yet, dont have a gauge but I see I need to get one, also I did enlarge the holes in the tank a bit but sealed them with super glue for the time being, the fuel lines that came with the new carb was to big, if there is a problem later having to remove them I'll just get a new tank @@HomeGaragechannel

[@rayheatherly672]

I drilled out the holes on another weedeater not this one I cant get started, the one I drilled out is working great

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice

[@VacMaster2020]

I just got a new black max Weedwhacker from Walmart for $37 I would say that’s a good deal hopefully it’ll last for a while

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice!, when did you buy it? I'll have to go and see if they are on sale at my local store.

[@VacMaster2020]

@@HomeGaragechannel I just bought it today At my local Walmart

[@richardjones5255]

Enlarge the fuel pipe entry/exit holes? Not unless the machine was for my worst enemy and I would be far, far away when they tried working the result. It is better to enhance your rebuild skills or give the rebuild to someone else. I used a piece of spare trimmer thread to guide the new pipe after cutting the slant on the end, I did not have any wire handy at the time. I have also used a strong thread binding when the problem got too much and forced that through the tank hole.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that makes sense

[@rayheatherly672]

I just did upgrade od 2 bolens weed eater, with new coil and new carb and new spark plug and new gas filter, and neither one will start, the first one after cranking on it spits out a short burst of fire from exhause, but wont hit a lick, no sputter noting????? I dont find the spark arrestor on this brand

[@HomeGaragechannel]

have you done a compression test on the engines?

[@edelpena8665]

Why do you maintain 2 channels i. Impressed

[@HomeGaragechannel]

They were supposed to work hand in hand with with each other, Viewers absolutely hated that arrangement. thanks. Edel Pena

[@d-ice-da-young-pit1]

Mines starts runs and then stops what dose this mean

[@HomeGaragechannel]

carb issue

[@d-ice-da-young-pit1]

@@HomeGaragechannel thanks

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@gotman4409]

I don't understand why it starts with the lines like that.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it's still getting fuel from the tank but it's not being filtered. eventually it will stop running after a few minutes

[@mr1pearl]

No ! The old machine runs pretty good now ! 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You got that right!

[@DennisMoreno-f5n]

You're the best

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate that.

[@brucecoleman7412]

I would not enlarge the holes in the tank. Having a splice outside of the tank could lead to a snag / pull apart / leak hazard. In this case, you do what you gotta do.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

me neither.

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

I will never enlarge the fuel lines unless it is necessary. I'll try to keep it as original as possible. Since the engine started up and ran okay, I guessing that you didn't need to do the compression test and spark test.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes people wanted me to try starting stuff first, before I do my checks, so I did it for them.

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

@@HomeGaragechannel that was nice. At least there are a couple of viewers who are satisfied that you did it this way

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I hope they are.

[@D4x4Bronc]

love these junk to like new videos.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad you like them!

[@jesussantibanez6711]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@jaykoerner]

What your personal opinion on buying a OEM carb if they just build in in another country anyhow, basically your paying twice as much so the OEM gets to keep a portion in the country and the same amount of money still ends up in China(or Vietnam, Taiwan, India, Mexico etc....) It's almost like paying twice just to do the same thing you were trying not to

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are absolutely right, the OEM are typically built in another country hopefully to tighter quality control. I would like to buy them, but I can't justify the cost, when a lower quality carb will also work.

[@jaykoerner]

@@HomeGaragechannel "lower quality" is often debatable, a lot of small engine stuff like carbs have been being built so long that I would highly believe the same tooling is use on the aftermarkets as the OEM (granted with the be out that maintenance on the tooling and replacement might not happen as often, so spec might be out abit), I bet the majority are made with discontinued tooling or after hours runs on current oem tooling in the same factory

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I find the parts to be 95% the same as the OEM, the 5% is to make sure they don't get sued, so are they the same casting, I don't think so, I think they are knock off castings.

[@alexandercosta1777]

What is the worst rusted mower you have ever worked on.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think I has to be the Lawn boy with the deck that looked like Swiss chesse

[@jameslawnmowerrepair]

There was a clutch on his machine yet the head spun the whole time thats an issue

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow, nice eyes, I had to go back and watch the video. IT turns out the idle screw was turned down, way too much. I don't recall, if I fixed it later on, after a cool down and a cold start, but I'm sure I did, thanks for Mentioning it.

[@jameshedrick6839]

I fix many weed eaters with that same issue. I just put the carburetor in my ultrasonic cleaner for 30 minutes rinse them off and blow them out with compressed air and reassemble them and then readjust them and it usually helps

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you James Hedrick.

[@mrmerhtin3625]

Never make hard modifications like that unless it is an upgrade/update

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very good point Mr Merhtin

[@williambray4134]

Negatron.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you William Bray

[@stephenbridges2791]

No. I would not enlarge the fuel holes for any reason.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Stephen Bridges.

[@τασαννν]

What are you doing for living

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I would like to keep that to myself if you don't mind.

[@τασαννν]

@@HomeGaragechannel I ask because you can fix so many thinks and I though you may be à mechanic or engineer

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that makes sense

[@AnwarKhan-dw8cj]

never enlarge tank holes

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I completely agree with you.

[@williamsnow1531]

No I would not enlarge the holes at all.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you William Snow

[@Patrick4959]

for me nope on the fuel tank it,s a waste of time and it,s a good way for the fuel line to shrink easier and become more brittle over time and for me i prefer the original size than modifying the fuel tank from some random persons idea is all.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you and me both Patrick Stapleton

[@Patrick4959]

@@HomeGaragechannel strewth mate stay safe and keep well etc.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wil do.

[@cadenc4845]

1st view!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Caden C

[@cadenc4845]

Of course. Love watching you.

[@SGTvolcan]

Ah yes, i can see the issue clearly from the start. It's a curved shaft.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice

[@williammoore4800]

Exact same thing as a toy Bill Murray Craftsman whatever they're all the same bolens they all pretty much have the same problems carbs fuel lines cylinder lose o-ring on the back of the black plastic piece usually that's the common things that go wrong with all of them unless they've just been running really lean

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are absolutely correct.

[@cbauer72]

I wouldn't drill out a hole unless it was absolutely unavoidable. But I can't imagine a situation where it wouldn't be avoidable.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right. I'm sure they felt that it needed to be done.

[@noeluna5852]

Wish my neighborhood would throw away stuff like this.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you may have to look at a different neighborhood.

[@williammoore4800]

And though I'd never in large the holes in the fuel tank you can buy them fuel tanks brand new for like five bucks if the weed eaters worth putting them on it's not like you can find can't find these weedeaters Troy-Bilt Craftsman's Marie's whatever whatever it is you can find them just a dime-a-dozen laying everywhere

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes the tanks aren't that expensive. I might replace it but I have several parts trimmers with good tanks to choose from as well.

[@williammoore4800]

@@HomeGaragechannel yes me to I never junk these things

[@dukesworld3020]

I never have and see no reason to.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Duke's World

[@nikitalawrence1368]

I have a weed wacker almost identical to this one but its been refurbished and no longer has a primer bulb. Where the primer bulb should be, instead there is a big screw and now I can't get it to start and there is plenty of mixed gas in there, non ethanol of course, so what should i do?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Wow, there's a bolt there? I would replace the carb, with a cheap aftermarket one, it's not hard to do.

[@nikitalawrence1368]

@@HomeGaragechannel Thank you for ur suggestion, although I ended up not having to buy another carb. I figured I'd share with you the idea I suddenly had about it and tried and it worked. Which is, i slightly loosened the bolt cause i figured with it tightened, that would be like an empty primer bulb, in order to get gas to flow into a primer bulb u have to press it, so i figured the bolt was like a open/shut valve, tightened would be shut.. not allowing the flow of fuel so i loosened it and it cranked right up and performed great.

[@nikitalawrence1368]

I would also like to add that because of you i now know how to take a carburator off, take it apart, and put it back together and how to assess what may be wrong. I fixed a friend of mine's featherlite last week thanks to you and your video that i watched multiple times and learned from. So thank you for teaching me something about a valuable necessity of mine that i use almost daily that probably most women don't know anything about. Because me and my mechanic broke up and are now seperated, and im temporarily unemployed at the moment so it's very important and self satisfying that I learn these things since i only have myself to depend on now. So ty! I will continue to follow your videos, .....which brings me to my next issue which is, replacing a weed wacker that has no pull string. I guess the previous owner yanked it so hard they yanked it right out, cause its completely gone so i can't even crank it......or can i....???? Any videos of this kind of fix?