Toro Wheel Horse lawn tractor sitting 10+ years Will it run!???

[@DadzorRules]

I agree with you about our "throw-away" society. I generally keep fixing until it is to far gone to repair. Then, if I can, I will buy used. The problem is often a matter of merely cleaning the "broken" machine. Great vid.

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

Unless you can do your own repairs, it's often very costly to have a shop pick it up and service it. The cost of a carburetor kit is about the same as some new carburetors.

[@DadzorRules]

@@tiredoldmechanic1791 You are absolutely right! Like many others, I grew up poor, so my family did a lot of things to get by, like carpentry, mechanics, farming and fishing. At the time, I thought it was a hardship, which at times it really was. Once I became an adult Iwas able to use many of the skills I learned back then. Now I see it as a blessing. By doing my own work, I have saved many thousands of dollars over the years. As well, I get a tremendous amount of satisfaction by "saving" things instead of throwing them away.

[@pnwdad1261]

Unfortunately a large percentage of the younger generations in today's society mechanical aptitude and common sense has become few and far between, so rather then learning from someone with experience or teaching themselves they have no choice but to waste money and resources on replacements. Thats also a large reason most everything we have to buy is cheap imported garbage rather then quality local goods. 🚮

[@tiredoldmechanic1791]

@@pnwdad1261 I've discussed this before but you can't really train somebody who wasn't born with some mechanical aptitude. There has been a shortage of mechanics for years.

[@NSEasternShoreChemist]

I have a lawn mower from 1981 (Tecumseh, 3 HP, 19"). It's so old, in fact, it doesn't even have a dead man's switch (which I like -- easier on your hands). My older brother found it in the trash maybe six years ago, still in fully operational condition. Nearly 40 years after it was built, the machine still starts on the first pull even after sitting all winter, and is the most fuel-efficient mower I've ever had. Can't beat some of those old mow-chines!

[@ianallen2]

"1950's Gas Powered Air Compressor sitting 30 years! " Sat so long it morphed into a lawn tractor. :)

[@WhiskeyGulf71]

😂 The late shift won't understand, the title has now been changed to reflect the video

[@danbartolini27]

I saw that but then couldn't find it and this morning my alert went off for a new video and it's this one I watched last night

[@ianallen2]

@@danbartolini27 He has changed the title of this one to the correct one. It was titled the gas powered air compressor that he got running about 2 weeks ago. Still a very enjoyable video. :)

[@johnwalther1049]

@@ianallen2 ui

[@johnwalther1049]

@@danbartolini27 I. Im

[@malibuac21]

I couldn't agree more when you were talking about the throwaway society fixing stuff is fun kind of rewarding too

[@samsonian]

Another thing about fixing vs. replacing is that if nobody ever refurbishes/fixes anything the companies won’t make rebuildable products anymore. As far as I’m concerned, if it’s made with enough quality to be able to rebuild it I’d much rather do so than replace it with something GUARANTEED to be made so cheaply it cannot ever be repaired/rebuilt.

[@FQP-7024]

The problem is when your parents won't teach you how to fix things or you don't have the motivation to fix things because it simply is over your skill level

[@JohnWayneCheeseburger]

Sometimes its cheaper and easer to kust buy a new one tho I love fixing stuff but new stuff is so freaking cheap sometimes its just not worth the effort

[@karaburress6772]

I agree 💯

[@grahamstretch6863]

@@JohnWayneCheeseburger New stuff is so freaking cheap because it is so freaking crap you’ll be back for another one real soon! 🤷‍♂️

[@aceadman]

Most people don’t understand the power of saving money. Every dollar adds up. Recycle/reuse/retool/repair, remain afloat, retire younger, relax more. I love your ethos on that front. 😊👍👍

[@makingithappen5178]

"Briggs and Scrap Iron" That was good.

[@bmacd2112]

Yep...I had a good laugh on that one as well.

[@danbasta3677]

I prefer Kohler engines myself. Briggs engines run good when they are on push mowers.

[@jonathanstancil8544]

@@danbasta3677 those are usually the little 5hp Raptor engines. A good design. Like Matt said, the I/C's aren't bad but a few years ago I bought a Kubota Zero Turn and could choose either Briggs or Kohler. I went Kohler and it's been a good and reliable engine.

[@regularman6328]

It was funny but I’ve never had much trouble with B&S engines. Honestly Kohler engine’s have gave me trouble. I guess it depends on the year, and who slapped it together at the factory 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️.

[@chadmarkle3278]

Totally agree, everyone wants to throw away for new. I really enjoy bringing things back to life and back to use.

[@pettsonochfindusdvd4787]

I only have a wheel horse Commando 8 1963 anda clipo 1975 and My new lawnmower is 1987from the city work its a 2stoke o and the all work

[@frozenfirestix]

As long as it works, keep it until it breaks. Then fix again!

[@frozenfirestix]

Surprising to see everyone use ethanol gas, not drain it and can’t start it in mowing season, then just buy new. Duhhh lol

[@kevinjefferson3957]

Where I live almost everyone has a landscape service. I have a similar mower to this and go out and ride around for a few minutes and do a little weed wacking and the lawn looks as good as any of my neighbors. I also live on a dead end and they drive by in their absurdly expensive cars and look at me like I'm crazy. They act like they're rich but they are in a lot of debt and I'm basically debt free.

[@frozenfirestix]

U and me are the same! Why spend money to impress people you don’t even like! If it works, keep it and use it until it doesn’t!

[@Military-Museum-LP]

When we were little boys these little tractors made us feel we were the top dogs! My first was a Cub Cadet 70. Three Speeds and dad said keep it in first when mowing and when he wasn’t around it was second gear all the time!! Thanks Matt for helping me remember a better time.

[@karencary3312]

I'm sure there is some young man out there who would love to have this mower to use or even start his own mowing business.

[@nferraro222]

'71 Cub hydostatic. Go flying down the hill in top gear, lock the brakes on wet grass and go sliding through the yard for forty feet. I can still hear my Dad raising hell:)

[@danbasta3677]

Being a International Harvester Cub Cadet tractor owner as well as a Wheel Horse and Power King tractor owner, you can mow with no problem in second gear, as long as your grass isn't to long, your blades have to be razor sharp, everything greased up properly, and strict maintenance, you'll be fine. Trouble is, in today's society, these outfits change hands to different outfits, and they start eliminating the good old equipment calling it obsolete, parts are hard to get and come by, and they start getting and using chineese garbage and junk that won't last for very long, and needs replaced because you simply cannot fix it yourself. Unfourtionaly, this is our society these days, the good old American know how and good old machines from the past that is built and made with endurance and strength are now a thing of the past, and as each year goes by, it gets worse and worse each year. Very sad, however, very, very unfortunate and true.

[@saludahead]

Your bulldog reminds me of my Stafordshire terrier, Brutus! Throughout his entire life, he never met a stranger! He adopted two cats, and a family of skunks! The sweetest sound to him was a child's laughter!

[@j.sagiechode]

That is the most unique Air compressor I have ever seen.

[@drunkdunc8738]

Matt used his lawnmower to inflate the tyres on it 😝

[@enginesandoutdoors3238]

I’ve worked on a lot of mowers over the years. Those old Briggs single lungers will still be putting around when we’re gone.

[@grahamstretch6863]

Those things and cockroaches will still be here after a nuclear war! 🤣🤣

[@MarshallBF]

Thank you!!! for saying the throwaway society is a problem. I agree wholeheartedly.

[@WKBHB]

What I've learned from others wealthier than me is they can afford to "use and dispose" because their time is too valuable to waste. I choose to not be wealthy and enjoy my time in a way that isn't as constricted to the demands of other people. Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose. I prefer tools intended to last a lifetime over disposable

[@ronmcwhirter3641]

The definition of a good mechanic is a person that has the ability to repair something that is broken instead of replacing.

[@dangerrangerlstc]

My uncle has an old 1950s wheel horse lawn tractor. Remember driving it around when I was young too.

[@DieselCreek]

My neighbor just picked one up around that vintage neat old tractors

[@dangerrangerlstc]

@@DieselCreek had someone in the local old threshers club who collected them. He passed a few years ago and his widow sold off the collection to pay bills.

[@alexdensmore5236]

As soon as you said wheel horse that instantly unlocked a long forgotten childhood memory. When life was the best it’s ever been. Oh man does time fly.

[@edmullins4519]

Strangest 1950’s Gas Powered Air Compressor I’ve ever seen?

[@corydriver7634]

Runs on gas and compresses air in the cylinders, right?

[@edmullins4519]

@@corydriver7634 I’m guessing you didn’t see the title “1950s Gas Powered Air Compressor, Will it start” hence all the reply’s referring to a funny looking air compressor. The title has been changed since video first went live.

[@corydriver7634]

@@edmullins4519 No, I saw the original title. That was my attempt at humor.

[@edmullins4519]

@@corydriver7634 10-4, and you were correct!

[@chrisackerley1842]

I've watched many of your videos, and I have noted your proclivity for reusing and rebuilding, rather than throwing away and buying anew. Living in Arizona, I've spent a fair amount of time over the years exploring abandoned mines. Time and time again I've seen examples of how the old-time miners would re-use and rebuild things. The same was true for small farmers in the Midwest. It was hard to pop into the local Ace Hardware for parts when the nearest town was two days away on horseback. The point I'm getting at is those people developed a self-reliant, "can do" attitude toward life. That attitude is become rdare in the twenty-first century. I said in an earlier comment that you look like a yuppie and work like a farmer. For some reason, you have inherited the self-reliant "can do" gene from your farmer ancestors. My hat's off to you, Matt. Keep up the good work!

[@2H80vids]

It's fascinating reading the comments section on these "will it run" videos on small engine stuff. I see it here and on Mustie's channel and the number of people who agree with your ethos on "fix it, rather than replace it", makes me think there is still hope. 😁 We don't want 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓𝒚𝒐𝒏𝒆 to agree though, or there will be no free "junk" for you guys to wrench on. The way I look at it: the older a machine is, the better it was likely built and the better the chances of fixing it. I'm guessing that the latest batch of stuff being built, won't be worth this much effort when folks start dumping 𝒊𝒕. With the new stuff, throwing it away might well be the best idea after all, so make the most of it while there's still good "junk" out there. 😁👍👌

[@NSEasternShoreChemist]

I agree. No need to throw away something that just needs a little TLC to get back into working order.

[@danbasta3677]

Yet, this is what people do because of a throw away society. Now that we get chineese junk in this country, it will definitely get even WORSE!

[@corydriver7634]

I totally agree with you on the “throw away society” point of view, I wish more people thought that way. Years ago when we moved in to our home, my wife and I hauled several pickup loads of trash to the dump after cleaning up our acreage. The landfill was a 100’ deep crater covering about 80 acres. About six years later I had to haul another load to the same dump-it was a 100’ tall mountain covering the same 80 acres. The sad thing is much of the stuff in there probably could’ve been recycled or reused somehow. Good work keeping that old mower working.

[@bonemar66]

There are competing schools of thought on what it means to be environmentally friendly. Do you get the new mower because it uses less gas (or no gas) and toss the old one, or do you fix the old one, save the landfill and keep the gas guzzler? The environment is probably farther ahead with the fixed-up old one.

[@NSEasternShoreChemist]

@@bonemar66 New lawn mowers aren't necessarily more fuel efficient. Manufacturers seem to keep putting larger and larger engines in their machines. While fuel economy/HP might increase, the higher HP means you're no farther ahead. Making a new lawn tractor (10 kg aluminum for the block, 40 kg steel for the frame, 1.5 kg rubber for the tires, 5 kg plastic for random plastic parts) would emit at least 167.5 kg of CO2... the equivalent of burning about 72.8 L of gasoline. TL;DR: if your new mower is 10-15% more fuel efficient than the old, you'll have to do A LOT of mowing before the environment is farther ahead with the new one than the fixed one.

[@corydriver7634]

@@NSEasternShoreChemist not to mention new mowers don’t seem to last as long (at least in my experience).

[@NSEasternShoreChemist]

@@corydriver7634 Yeah, I think it's because the decks are made out of cheap Chinese steel that lacks quality control/corrodes easily

[@danbasta3677]

@@NSEasternShoreChemist Biggest problem these days, everything is from china. We, don't need them, look at what they and the north koreans started, this carona virus stuff. Both countries should be held responsible and face the Hauge for chemical and biological weapons killings throughout the world.

[@danbartolini27]

I picked up a John deere tractor last year with really high hours on it for free. The guy said it would siez up when he tried to start it. I thought????, maybe it needs a new battery. No no he tell me he hooks it up to a battery tender every time he puts it away. Long story short it DID need a new battery and that's all, the high hours where due to leaving the key on while it was on the battery tender. It was easy to figure out the true hours, how much time it takes to mow his lawn x 28 or 30 weeks a year times how old it is. Hour meter said 700 it actually around 250

[@Miknunley3]

I swear, this guy gets all the cool toys. Still love the autocar the most

[@frankdeegan8974]

some kids get all the cool toys.

[@joeheilm]

Why am i the only guy that destroys bowl gaskets every time i tear a carb apart 😭😭🤣? Glad to see the old girl back in action. Great stuff! Cheers

[@davidfarrish9000]

You need a ultrasonic cleaner or a carb cleaner bucket to soak things. That would work much better

[@General-Eclectic]

Agreed. They're so cheap on ebay that there is no reason not to have one.

[@PlanetMojo]

I am working on the Marvel Schebler carburetor for my Ferguson TO-20 right now. Took 30 days to receive an 'express mail' part that's been holding things up! I'm also rebuilding an old garden tractor (Farm King) with a class I three point hitch to use in my vineyard. It sat in a field for three years after the building it was in blew away. It is a very expensive free tractor that had a complete mouse city in the motor cowling. I agree 100% with the fix it attitude. When bad times hit, you don't want to be over your head in debt!

[@richard4821]

That’s the fanciest air compressor I ever saw it’s even self propelled wow 😯

[@timderks5960]

I only realized until about 10 minutes in, lol. I'll watch anything Matt throws online.

[@thomasoo5726]

@@timderks5960 same happend to me, lol. But the aircompressor is in the video, sits in front of the tractor i think. But clearly the title is borderline clickbait^^

[@yzhang8629]

The title is “lawn tractor” now, so I guess he made a typo initially.

[@willarddunn8552]

Le Roi had an air compressor that was also a tractor it was called the Le Roi 125 Tractair.

[@richardploeser4267]

It is called: LAZY, I Got the Money, I do not Care, Let someone else do it, etc! Keep doing what you are doing! LOVE IT!

[@mickhaight4159]

The sign of a good mechanic is one who was told look first ,then make up your mind wither it to fix it or not

[@craigsmith8217]

I, too, prefer to fix stuff. Other than growing up without the means to waste stuff, I care about where the leftovers go.

[@kennolte5801]

The relationship between a man and his first tractor mower. It's almost a sacred thing. I remember well my first one that I got to mow with. Good on you for getting it and doing a little maintenance on it. You're doing it the right way. Thanks for sharing the memories with us.

[@Parmesana]

aw geeze..memories flooding back. My late brother (2 years gone) used to repair lawn mowers and Mom's double garage turned into a workshop. He had an old Toro just like that one. He wasn't a very good communicator so I never knew the intricacies of the carburetor.. I just knew that it was usually the culprit when mowers were goofed up.

[@kennethshaw8388]

These old Toro Wheel Horse tractors are tough. We rescued the same 210-5 model left as junk on the roadside with a "FREE" sign on it. With some TLC and $350 for wheels, tires, seat, spindle bearings, blades, oil and a new carb it will probably run another 30 years. Wasn't ready for the dump. What's ironic is the previous owner is a mechanic, and he replaced this with a new Craftsman. It cut an acre of lawn all summer without a problem - runs great.

[@ditzy_neko3362]

I too have a good deal of knowledge of Briggs and Stratton motors from my Grandpas farm. I grew up there and used all sorts of mowers and tractors. This video really made me nostalgic of those days .

[@AnthonyRBlacker]

It feels SO good to just repair broken things.. yes, it's simple to just buy a new part.. but it's so satisfying to just repair the old one!! Plus, a lot of original parts are just better than repops.. even if they're oem, the original just tends to be better.. (with exceptions, of course)

[@plumbingstuffinoregon2471]

Glad I'm not the only one that secretly likes the varnish smell!

[@jeffdraper5523]

Like your mentality, I too was taught "waste not want not" and yes when you get something working again it is a great feeling :)

[@karencary3312]

I can remember when Toro mowers were cream of the crop. That's why this one still runs. It also helped that Auntie took care of it all these years.

[@deeXswanson]

i am glad to see someone your age that is of the mind to fix something that is far from worn out great job keep the videos coming

[@Dumbfuckwithatruck]

Hell I am 13 and looking for a old wheel horse, old cub, and a John Deere 300 200 100 seres or older, I took apart my first engine when I was 10 and I am now 13 and replacing a connecting rod on a old Jacobson by homelight mower I have a lot of dream mowers like old toros old Cubs and old Deeres

[@memadmax69]

All that classic sound brings back tons of memories lol

[@andrewbowers3676]

in 2020 I bought a 1991 Subaru Loyale from my friend's grandfather for $100, it blew a timing belt in 2000 and got parked in the barn. The battery in it was dated 1998, I threw it on my Noco Genius charger and it took a full charge, cranked the car in gear into my garage to reseal the engine, and lasted almost two years after that... I was amazed lol

[@Muffin_Masher]

old petrol does smell wonderful I agree with you

[@VSigma725]

My aunt had a Wheel Horse tractor from the 80s forever. Probably still has it, actually.

[@keithstudly6071]

Get A Horse! A Wheel Horse Of Course! They used to provide these for the crews to push or tow the race cars with at Indianapolis, and the winner got one as part of his winnings. They went down hill after Toro got involved.

[@thepatriot4355]

The ol girl has been in the family a long time I Amagin it deserves to be fixed and a stay in the family

[@eholbrook19]

1300 hours that thing is like a virgin still. I have a 2016 d170 mower with 8200 hours on it. It still works.

[@jonathansimmons178]

That is a nice mower Matt

[@jonathansimmons178]

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[@isaacjackson8843]

Amen brother!!! no need to throw away something that needs tlc

[@born2soon]

A friend gave me a 1965 Wheel Horse 1055 back in '06. It hadn't run since they parked it in the shed 10 years prior. It would turn over, but would not start. (Kohler 321 10 HP). Complete frame up restoration with the help of friends and I drive it around our tractor show and I've even been through McDonald's drive up on the far side of town. (3 miles)

[@DieselCreek]

Glad to hear ya got it fixed up but I have to point out that the K321 is a 14hp engine, the K241 is the 10hp

[@born2soon]

@@DieselCreek The body is strong, but the mind is weak...I looked at my Owner's Manual and I stand corrected, a K241 it is...

[@Shield.148]

You could attach a small plow on it too, for the parking area at the Church.

[@codyshearer7626]

1950s gas powered generator that can mow grass! Incredible.

[@johnhicks9529]

Matt did you know? That you can buy refills containers of lead acid. at auto parts stores. For topping off old batteries such as12 volt lawn& garden& vehicles& atv's& etc.

[@Msully005]

I've got the little brother to that mower, it's a wheel horse not sure the model but it's got the 8hp "briggs and scrap iron" I believe it's a '90 as well. Damn thing is just as loyal, every spring I charge the battery, change the oil, and "put some wind in the tires" and I'm good to go for the summer. I do get some weird looks from the neighbors being a 6'4" 300lb guy on a tiny mower, but it gets the job done and didn't cost a fortune.

[@EnderMalcolm]

This should be a great video to watch before I start messing with my old Wheel Horse. It's been sitting for nearly a decade as well, but the engine spins freely with compression, so looking good. The electrical is.., well, that's gonna be fun.

[@Wolfhound327]

My old Simplicity tractors have the valve stem on the inside as well. I think if you add wheel weights, it makes it easier to air up the tires.

[@grahamstretch6863]

I think it also lessens the risk of damaging the valve on stuff! 🤔

[@mattaker896]

It's also for when optional hub caps are added. My narrow frame Cubs are like that as well.

[@shanco73]

Great to see you working on a machine that you remember from your childhood! nice little wheelie mower. Great video Matt, have a good weekend.

[@DieselCreek]

Thanks, you too!

[@jurgenkuhlmann9194]

No jokes about Briggs & Stratton, please! I just changed the oil, cleaned the spark plug and air filter on my 1980 vintage lawn mower - and it's still running! It's like the big, US made engines like Detroit Diesel, Cummins or Paccar: they're not that crappy as some people may think they are!

[@brianhillis3701]

I had a coworker that collected mowers left on the curb every spring. He said there was rarely anything wrong except stored with gas over the winter. I pick up lots of vacuum cleaners and usually it is nothing more than hair or string on the brush or a hose that got plugged. Five to 10 minute fixes usually. Even if it is unfixable or more expensive to fix than replacement value the attachments and cord can be used on other equipment. In Japan many military people go out on trash day looking for discarded electronics. Perfecty good TVs and stereos are replaced every 3 or so years because not having new stuff implies you are poor. That is why decorative parts change so often, so people can date it.

[@theodoredugranrut8201]

What an odd phenomenon, that when a machine is taken care of properly they seem to last longer and can be put back into service easier and for less $$$$$$. Amazing!!! Thanks Matt Central California watching

[@doctorromex7804]

Im with ya on the throw away society thing. I take great pleasure in fixing things and making parts instead of buying them or if they are unavailable. I always try to repair original stuff rather than replace it with chinese parts. I use some china stuff when necessary but I exept that I get what I pay for and that there is no real quality control when their manufactured. I try and stick with original and always treat every part with care because I work on a lot of obsolete stuff that you cant afford to wreck parts to get them off. Your Toro Wheelhorse story takes me back to 1978, riding with my grandfather on his Dynamark 8/32 when I was 2yrs old. It also was the first tractor I ever operated alone. I wish it was still around.

[@robj2704]

Sounds like the emulsifier tube may still have some crud in it. The engine is hunting for the proper rpm.

[@jenksify]

Definitely needs to adjust the carburetor it would also help with the hunting.

[@NSEasternShoreChemist]

Yeah, the engine should definitely not be surging like that. Could be sticky governor linkage too.

[@jerrypeal653]

Looking for more fuel . Emulsifier. Add some choke while it’s hunting , Perhaps seafoam

[@ClipzNY]

Maybe it's just a problem because mine always did that before the mower was engaged. We had it for 30 years lol

[@josephoneill3197]

In addition to saving money by cleaning original parts, the time that you save from having to drive to a store, hunting down the correct part is often more important than the dollars spent. Keep up the great shows!

[@THEundeadTEENS]

Ive been collecting wheel horses since i was a freshman in high school, not any newer stuff like this all mine are from the 70’s with cast iron kholers, most reliable tractors ive ever owned.

[@j81851]

Berryman 5 gallon vat with parts basket. Cleaned dozens of everything from lawn mower carbs to 2 bbl 4 bbl and 1 bbl. The stuff stinks like yuck but it works. A carb that looks like dirt will come out of Berryman clean as new just rinse under a warm water source after it comes out of the cleaner and prior to reassembly and away you go! Also just like brakes as we discussed before always, always get a rebuild kit for your carb so you get a new jet and seals. Remember the goop that comes out is a foul mess that corrupts rubber as it sits stewing for years!

[@jonka1]

Throwing things away is the ultimate parts cannon. It stops you having to think and by this means you throw away a bit of yourself.

[@elbertajohnson937]

Love your videos. Remind me of my late husband. I too belief in our society is too wasteful and don’t value what we have. Keep videos coming.

[@bobandes2016]

I love your narrative at 21:30 about fixing vice buying new. I'm an old fart and have saved thousands of dollars over the years and felt great satisfaction in fixing my stuff. A few dollars here a few hundred there add up to big bucks over a lifetime. Not to mention the times when replacement parts are no longer available. Keep it up and I'll keep watching.

[@conawayjb]

valve stems on the inside is so you can have wheel weights on the outside and still air up tires, it sucks but it serves it's purpose

[@daver18qc]

I've never in my entire life seen or heard of wheel weights for lawn mowers. Learn something everyday they say.

[@jontrudell7529]

@@daver18qc use them for Ploughing Snow in the winter. Wheel weights & chains on rear tires

[@Bill-xc8le]

its actually so you dont bust the stems off while mowing around trees and other objects.

[@jontrudell7529]

@Randy Rinker 👎

[@elmermason9685]

Pretty easy fix. Thanks for bringing it back to life ,

[@martiekr]

Whenn Matt says "Click" i instantly got vibes of "Watch Wes Work" saying the same thing, like: "torc to factory spec: click".

[@henriknordeng]

I totally agree with you. Pepole throw away fully functional stuff and fixeble stuff. I love fixing up old machines and stuff. Got an old Snowthrower Snowbird from 1965 im fixing to next winter. I love that machine.

[@frankscarservice1911]

Hi, please keep on fixing things instead of replacing everything by new parts. I really like it if things are working which I fixed myself. Cool videos. Keep on.

[@josephdougherty2399]

Often viewer first time commenter .. Word of advice on mower drive belts. Find a local supplier of industrial drive belts for machinery. Take your good condition belts in before they are wore and have them matched up with industrial belts .... usually 1/3 the price and last 5x longer as well as handle rough treatment better

[@jtthill5475]

OK Matt, time for your education. If you ride it and it cuts grass, it is a MOWER. If you use it to put air in tires it is a COMPRESSOR. Now go have a beer and relax. Nice video anyway. Thanks for sharing.

[@roycenelson6370]

Funny looking 1950 air compressor

[@methere27]

I appreciate your disdain for the throw away society, the difficulty with that is your only valuable asset aside from a special skill set, is time. My advice would be to use it wisely.

[@LORENIFFT68]

I love when my favorite influencers show their appreciation of others. If you know the tells, one picks up on it and I believe it becomes a sign of respect when excellent you-tubers add on things they’ve caught from others. Even long-time publishers have done this because it stands to reason that the best traits of using open media is to glean something good from another to put forward into your own practice. Isn’t that the point? “Give it a little tappy tap tap” and “CONTACT!” being my most favorite ones of late! Good on you and all of your great work.

[@DanTheAngryModder]

I had one like that, just short of 4k hours, sat for 10 years, and it ran just fine after 2 days of tinkering. 246-H

[@ronmurphy9819]

You and I got the same mentality. Fix it if possible, if not leave it and come back later and try again. Good for you. Thanks Ron

[@drummer0864]

What you're calling a venturi tube, is called an emulsifier tube. It mixes air with the fuel to help atomize it to a gas.

[@dragon81heart]

I think my jaw literally hit the floor when you said how much those belts cost... Holy shit! Are they laced with gold? Lol

[@jesusestrada5543]

Out of all the things I've seen on this channel, the carburetor repair/ cleaning is the best part in my opinion.

[@keithallen3119]

I have the same lawn tractor, bought new in 1990. Sat for a number of years and with a carb clean and belts it fired up and still runs well in 2022. Using it at moms 1/2 acre lawn. Looks about 95% new, I kept it clean and occasionally waxed. Original other than belts.

[@FlatThunder]

The wheel horse junkies would be all over this video. I think it's more of the light duty version, but still cool that it's back into the cutting grass business. It reminds me of my 704 wheelhorse. It's my everyday mowing rig. Glad you got her going again! 👍😁

[@jtraveny]

i love old wheel horse mowers, i used to have an old 67 1277 with hydrolift deck and hydrostat trans, i miss that old thing. had a 12 or something kohler, cast iron

[@NitroGuyJH]

Venturi is the effect of the emulsion tube when air passes over it in the smallest section of the card throat at higher velocities than the air in the beginning of the carburetor. So technically speaking, you’re right by calling it a Venturi tube 😁

[@StofStuiver]

Love you m8, for saying you hate the throw away society. Thats been bugging me since it started, in the 60ies/70ies here. I try to fix everything and if i cant, i re use everything for something else. I can hardly throw away a piece of plastic wrapping, or a cup, bc i always see how it could be usefull some way. Suppose id be in the desert and youd need something to hold water. That worthless plastic cup could save your life. Im not a hoarder, but not all that far from it. I force myself to throw away things at times, if it becomes too much. But i see value in everything. Its how people were when i was young. You re used everything, untill there was nothing left.

[@StofStuiver]

Reminds me of "the straight story" aswell. Love that movie. If you dont know it, go see it ;]

[@JoeShopper]

It's "Worse THAN expected."

[@patamos7019]

Free fixes are the best fixes. I agree with you. Why buy when you can fix. I get satisfaction out of fixing something and not needing to buy parts. A little elbow grease goes a long way.

[@leonardcrum6896]

Tighten your Governor spring just a bit, it’ll get rid of the engine hunt. I’m a junker just like you, only older, be 77 in Nov. Really like your channel! Cheers from north Fl.

[@jeffreylehn8803]

I got a Free Wheel horse tractor about tens years ago , after $300.00 in missing parts it wasn't Free anymore but still is a great tractor

[@joeldunsmore5159]

Ive also heard them called Briggs & Struggle!!!!😀😀😀😀😀👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@ernestg.hilliker4179]

THOSE are the type of carb's I like to see with the high speed adjustment on the bottom where they should be!

[@Sircraig7963]

G'day Matt,, Great to see ol Meatball,, Much rather see him run around the garden with his ball . No tune up required ,just feed . Go Meatball...!!

[@glenpaul3606]

Like your attitude. Besides it's more satisfying to clean up or fix something that run out and buyer stuff.

[@joerodrigues3816]

You are so right about that even though you are only in your 27 or so it’s nice to know you care mate.

[@brianjohnston9822]

Regarding cleaning versus new, you periodically answer your own question. “Not enough time in the day to get all off the projects done”. Working on a stool instead of your “clean bench” is also good substantiation. Sometimes you need to ask “what is your time worth”

[@jenniparker1]

For most people, if they aren't on the clock at work, there's things you "have" to do, and things you want to do. I'm sure his projects mostly fall into the "want to do" category rather than the "have to do" category. He's found a way to make money off his "want to do" category via this channel, and it would be awfully boring and uninstructive to hear him say "I bought a new one" all the time. :)

[@FordFanatic337]

I love old riding mowers/tractors. I have a broken down old 1960ish Simplicity Lawn Tractor that I have had for years, just to tinker on. Now my son is tinkering on it. Just might have to make it a full on rustoration now! Great vid, thanks!

[@kurtmccarthy6733]

Hey Matt, I hope you read the comments ? Cause I gotta tip fur ya ! Match the old belt up with the same length and size one at the auto parts center instead of a mower dealership/repair. A lot cheaper bud !

[@byroneidem5944]

i agree with you I bought my Durango over 20 years ago now and I am still driving it everyday I did buy it new and took care of it.

[@Dave-ty2qp]

There's just something about being able to fix something that makes your life have greater value. I have modern equipment for my lawn, but my favorite tool is my 1950's tecumseh powered reel mower, and my 1960's snapper riding mower.