Trimmer has Fuel, spark and compression but it won't start.

[@hunter1953]

as long as an older piece of equipment still runs you maintain it until it breaks and parts are no longer available.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are absolutely right.

[@paulk5311]

pretty much all i run is old stuff. seems every year i am fixing one or the other from mowers to string trimmers to atv's to my personnel vehicles. none are younger than 18 years old btw and i do all my maintenance work including mounting and balancing of tires.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@paulk5311 you're very capable

[@deeznuts2541]

No the you start making them

[@Name-gy6xq]

ohh yeah i have a 1980s turf trim86 and it still runs great

[@heavysnow8616]

Great job! I have a late 70’s Homelite chainsaw and still use it for smaller logs. Runs fine and never had an engine or other issue. I fix small engines for work, non-e gas in lawn equipment and a good oil is key to longevity. Use your off-season for inspection, servicing and repairs. Don’t buy box store or discount store equipment-it’s JUNK! See a equipment dealer as you will find more reliable machinery. The old adage you get what you pay for rings ever so true here.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Michael Brigande

[@paulburns3788]

I'm glad you fixed it at least it's made America

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Absolutely tight. Thank you Paul Burns

[@M3TA1UPY0URA55]

German equipment is better than anything we make

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@M3TA1UPY0URA55 German equipment is very nice

[@jiovanniluciani2957]

Always love your videos. You explain everything so thoroughly without using huge technical terms no one knows. Love seeing your finds at garage sales. It's amazing what people have still and how simple the issues are to fix

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right and thank you

[@CharlesNolanArt]

I found a similar one somebody threw in the trash has good compression just need little cleaning and new fuel lines when you get old like me you don't want to see old things discarded! Thanks your video was most helpful

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Charles Nolan, I feel the same way.

[@watermanone7567]

Never to old to fix, unless broken beyond repair. Oldies but Goodies. Good fix, Thanks

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You got that right!

[@brianking1138]

It's to old when you can no longer get the parts to keep it running or when the repairs would cost more than buying a new unit. I have a very similar trimmer in my shop now and it runs great.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Great point and it's nice to know I'm not the only one.

[@aworkingmanspride2494]

I agree to disagree

[@brianking1138]

@@aworkingmanspride2494 How do you disagree? Do you buy a new unit when yours fails to run or do you keep it going no matter the cost?

[@aworkingmanspride2494]

@@brianking1138 keep it going no matter the cost

[@eathans_small_engines8665]

I found parts for mine easily

[@mikehunt2996]

I have the same exact trimmer and prefer it over some of the newer ones I have!!! Love when its all cleaned up and that redish orange shines!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right

[@garypritchard3446]

I'm from the UK. Even though our brands are different the principals are the same. Learning loads !!! MANY thanks.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You are so welcome!

[@kamikazecosmonaut]

Back when Homelite was a good American brand.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

it was way be then. thanks for the comment

[@Jim-ie6uf]

Love the old Homelite stuff.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

me too

[@fredwilliamsonmiller7214]

I have been struggling for a couple of weeks with my leaf blower which suddenly stopped functioning after about 4 years of good service.Numerous checks and mods and new parts and frustration. I was just at the point of ordering a compression tester - no fuel to the carb? and a spark tester - no spark?. While waiting for these new tools, I happened to get to your video - loose engine bolts, air leak. Checked my engine, solid as a rock but just by chance I unbolted the plastic blind end cover of the crankcase. OH OH......big hole in this cover = no vacuum to bring air fuel in from the carb( up stroke), no pressure to push the mixture into the combustion chamber (down stroke) and lots of air leakage. Repaired the hole in the cover.......leaf blower running like it always did, maybe better. Thank you.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow nice work getting it working again!

[@trickydicky2908]

Your videos are the best I've seen. Clear, just what's needed, nothing more, nothing less.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you I appreciate that.

[@kirbyvanduzer6565]

The truth is homelite still makes really good power equipment still they are affordable and very reliable and powerful I’ve actually looked at reviews and people really like them so if I bought new trimmers or chainsaw’s homelite would definitely be a good choice I wish homelite made garden tractors I would definitely buy one eventually I’m gonna learn how to turn lawnmower engines into monsters so people can swap them into anything including atvs and for racing and even making mud mowers all the stock parts I would keep in the shop so if my family and friends needed me to fix their lawn mower to mow I would have the parts for it and they wouldn’t have to pay a dime maybe I would do videos about how to fix those engines for mowing too and not just for performance this channel has given me some awesome ideas and that’s why I just had to subscribe to both of these channel’s I’m fascinated by small engines my grandpa Budd worked on riding lawnmowers for years and I learned to drive them at 3 years old this channel has given me ideas about working on all small engines including chainsaws weed eaters or any small engines that’s definitely something to think about when I learn to fix them and modify them so I can do my own how to videos

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sounds like a very a very good idea. Good luck to you

[@Noahinthe802]

Hey Sir HG, your videos have helped me to repair a few free or cheap trimmers successfully! You should def wear gloves, started to recently as gas has been giving me hives direct contact after years of working on cars without them. Thanks for the vids and keep em rollin

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I would agree with you on the gloves, Might have to consider it.

[@electroddxful]

They don’t built thing like they use too. Awesome repair that’s a keeper in my book. Really enjoy your content. 🙏👍🙏👍🙏👍🙏👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you RayFpv

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@stellarproductions8888 I haven't completely made up my mind on what to do with it yet

[@geaeliska858]

@@HomeGaragechannel To be perfectly honest you could probably make like $50-$60 off of that thing. Or better yet its already an antique I would hold onto it. Pass it down the family line I suppose.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's a great idea .

[@tyroneclarke1666]

Well done bringing the machine back to life. 🇦🇺

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Tyrone Clarke

[@cdos9186]

That engine sounds excellent. You can tell that is a quality piece of equipment!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes indeed! I hope to give it a good home in the future.

[@cdos9186]

@@HomeGaragechannel What do you do with most equipment you fix?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I try to give them to friend and family and if not I keep or sell

[@cdos9186]

@@HomeGaragechannel Great thing to do, really amazes me how many things you have worked on. Learn something new from every video you make.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@cdos9186 thanks I appreciate it

[@beanzzwtf6891]

I randomly came across your videos, and I can say I’m glad. Your videos are lowkey calming for me🤷🏾‍♂️🤷🏾‍♂️

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate that

[@der_pinguin44]

For the UV damaged plastic: A technique called retrobrite. David from the 8 Bit Guy channel has a LOT of videos on this process.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Mr Penguin

[@der_pinguin44]

@@HomeGaragechannel kzbin.info/www/bejne/p4u8k5aeq7iIers At 16:00 he does a method that would work best for doing this to multiple tanks at a time.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@der_pinguin44 thanks

[@ericrichardson3332]

I commented a way to do it as well which is pretty much the same way except I've always seen them use uv lamps but the sun will work too , that's how I did it cause the sun is a giant uv lamp lol

[@lewiemcneely9143]

The one I got like this from the neighbor that wrapped it around a tree for want of a primer bulb ran like a Swiss watch after I fixed it. It was light and did the job. Thanks and Blessings!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I completely understand, this one surprised me too.

[@lewiemcneely9143]

@@HomeGaragechannel They're good rigs and simple to fix. Just like the old Homelite saws.

[@skaterman3847]

When I did Landscaping I bought tons of homelite products cheap throw aways, but I wish youtube was around then. I would been able to watch your vids and fix them all instead of throwing them away.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know how you feel skater man.

[@allaboutroofing2]

My dad had the same one that I used as a teenager when I started a lawn business. Wish I still had it. I do have the hedge trimmer homelite made in USA. To my recollection, the hedge trimmer was $89.00, so the trimmer probably wasn't much more. Great value, but they felt cheap to me at the time. I was wrong.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right, my perspectives have changed as well.

[@daig1984]

Love the look of older tools

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right

[@aidanbrooks771]

For a lot of things I find they don’t make them like they used to, a few years back my family got a Ryobi trimmer and it lasted 2 seasons because the timing belt snapped and the engine destroyed itself. We also have a Craftsman Lawnmower my dad got from Sears back about 20 years ago, still runs and works amazingly well and will cold start on 1 pull of the cord

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Aidan Brooks, it's a real shame what's happened over the years.

[@rodneyallgire9075]

one of the best and most thorough videos i have seen

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks I appreciate that.

[@apatterson8128]

Great video. It never gets old.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@ApprenticeGM]

It might be old in terms of human years, but I doubt the hours are that high - trimmers don't get used much compared to say a car. 125psi is still pretty good compression imho - I bought a brand new 2-stroke blower last week and it has 140psi out of the box. I think it has many years of life left and am happy you repaired it - and very grateful you showed the rest of us how you went about it. Thanks for sharing!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks ApprenticeGM

[@saliston]

our society is to disposable. Thanks to your videos i was able to save my troy-bilt trimmer. The carburetor went bad. Your videos showed me how to replace it for 12 bucks. A shop wouldnt even look at it. Its been runnign two years like a champ now and i use it for all the heavy duty work around my house.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Nice work

[@rickeymitchell8620]

I would rather have an older trimmer as long as it is reliable. At one time I had 2 Homlite weed eaters and as you say, they light, balanced and powerful. Good save on this one sir!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Rickey Mitchell

[@gerardoflores1218]

Real helpful. The other videos too, but this is the best hands on and best explainable. Thank you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@sams6090]

to fix the discoloration on the tank just put the tank in a bath of hydrogen peroxide and use a UV lamp or lamps to make sure all of the tank is being exposed to the light. Then just move it around every few hours until it's completely fixed. Usually takes about 8-24 hours

[@Wreckedftfoxy]

dont forget gloves

[@andrewperera4270]

You could be right. I'II get a tester and check it out and let you know. Thanks,

[@HomeGaragechannel]

anytime

[@samuelvelez1643]

Another great video, love it

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you

[@radiotubes]

I have the same model and I love it. Sounds like your very young but experienced like us old timers.very impressive how you know all the exact names of the parts.ive been fixing equipment for 45 years and don't know a fraction

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I wish I was young again, thank you.

[@trxtech3010]

Well that's the Thing, old Timers need to stop assuming all young guys only play video games and sit at a desk all day and night. I'm 28 and have schooled a lot of "old Timers" who had pulled old V8's apart and put them back together and then tossed RTV on them and think they fixed something.

[@Patrick4959]

Never too old to repair and that's a qaulity make too and the pull starter needs some attention too mostly a bit more of a turn on tension on the rope or a replacement rope for it as that's a good runner etc.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes sir, I'll look at it some day.

[@Patrick4959]

@@HomeGaragechannel yes it does sound like a very easy repair fix etc.

[@999thenewman]

That's old gold right there. Keep the original spark plug, it's much heavier than modern ones.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I believe you are right about that

[@999thenewman]

@@HomeGaragechannel Did you tell your wife how excited you were to have this kind of vintage?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

No, I mainly talk to her about the channel stats, I did mention about how I got the trimmer though, but not the vintage.

[@999thenewman]

@@HomeGaragechannel It's ok, she doesn't have to be interested in everything you go on and on about. It's the fact that someone is genuinely there for you that matters most. :)

[@classicamericanflyertrains2423]

The old homelites were built well, totally worth saving!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think so too, thank you classic American flyer trains.

[@InkBunnyBlindRabbit]

That cylinder head separation is a common thing not only on Homelite, but also on dewalt /weedeater branded blowers as well.. Blowing out the base gasket or o ring,, I repaired this stuff for almost 2o years,, I seen a few things,,

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sounds like you have, thanks for the comment.

[@jamiemcdonald9824]

Greetings from the UK. Great video. I have one of these that’s identical to this. It’s a 1992 model. Still runs well for a 30 year old engine. I like mine that much, that I’ve bought a spare engine which I’m going to refurbish for when the older one tires. Love your videos. 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very nice, thank you Jamie McDonald.

[@Don_ECHOguy]

A friend of mine has a given me one of these, but with a curved shaft. It has compression so likely a diaphragm kit is all that's needed and some new fuel line... hopefully! Very good repair and easy to follow along.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Don_ECHOguy

[@nrgsmrt1]

H.G., a Wonderful sounding, Clear repair video with Great Visual footage. Thank You. ( 5:30 ) Sooo? was the ignition timing off, as you were headed toward showing us? Tim.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no it was not, it was a another possible issue though that most don't seem to be aware of.

[@myz34]

Those mid to late 90's Homelites were great machines. Easy to work on and hard to kill.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

They sure were!

[@alexandercosta1777]

I like the straight shaft so much more, I think the not only keep you farther from debris, but also looks ascetically better , no I have a question, of all the machines you have worked on over the years, what was the most difficult and what was one that you breezed right thru with

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think the transmission work I did on the Honda might have been the hardest, as the video took days to do. The easy ones, are any of the metering diaphragm replacement on cheap trimmers, like troybilt, ryobi, and the like.

[@jarridcockey3810]

My mother bought a homelite trimmer last year from home depot I'm always the main user of it I used it once had to return it because it wouldn't start and I didn't had no either on hand took that one to exchanged it thank God I don't have no issues with the current one I finish off the rest of mowing season. Last year I did noticed it would surge when it go from idle to full speed thank God I knew how to work on trimmer carbs so I cleaned it before I put it up for the winter got her out filled up the tank pulled on her fired right up back in first week of March I believe now I don't have any issues with it some times I have to put it on run just to get it to start so I would say that I wouldn't buy anymore of them it is a pig to get started when I run it out of gas I have to resort to cold start pretty much I don't know why but that how it is

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Sounds like quite a hassle

[@blairguinea6811]

Great video Sir, its good to see that you know what your talking about haha as so many youtube wannabes have NO idea and try to go ahead with an explanation

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate that!

[@garyalensr]

I love getting notifications for your vids. Over the years I've learned so much from you I've been able to fix my own equipment, and for that I thank you. I do however have a question? I have a straight shaft Craftsman trimmer that takes the other attachments, would it hurt to use one of those heads that have the three plastic or metal type blades? Or should I just stick with the original head it came with? Thank you in advance

[@HomeGaragechannel]

That would be absolutely fine, since the plastic blades can pivot, even if you hit something hard, it won't hurt the engine.

[@gavinneubauer5536]

I've had the same problem with my craftsman leaf blower it is the outdated design with the fan on the bottom but it still runs good after having the bolts come loose twice.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

must be a design issue.

[@gavinneubauer5536]

@@HomeGaragechannel yea but I love that blower

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know, I had one too, in fact it's what got me going on small engines to begin with.

[@gavinneubauer5536]

@@HomeGaragechannel cool

[@hosocat1410]

Good tip to use screwdriver to wedge spark plug! I always struggle with grounding the plug to check spark

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you hosocat 1

[@butler386]

Great information on testing to see if the trimmer is worth the time to repair and then the repairs. Thanks for all the information and video. If you have an older trimmer or mower and can fix it this should be done because it probably is made much better then what you can get today.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you got that right, briggs, Kohler, honda, it doesn't matter, older was better.

[@TheDubKiwi]

i own 2 of that trimmer, one with a clutch, one like that without one, they both run great and are both now 25 years old, (lucky that both engine S/n were still there and both are made in 95) the one with the clutch is the one i use as a company trimmer, the other is for home use. these run forever and have decent power for their age, especially the 17 inch cut one, it doesnt do well in super tall grass but it will still cut alot never stalling or eating up the clutches. also if i have to say, its exhaust notes are far more enjoyable than any other trimmer ive run, its muffled like a small dirtbike/moped of the 2 stroke variety. Homelite 175sx/Bandit is the brand and model.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I completely agree with you

[@Budgetbuilds449]

Never seeen a straight shaft Version of this older model is this rare?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It must be.

[@Patrick4959]

I believe so the Homelite SX-135 Bandit is very similar too.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think you're right

[@weedeaterkid666]

I have the same exact one except the head is original where'd you find that

[@HomeGaragechannel]

The trimmer was giving to me years ago, and the head is a Shakespeare from Lowes I think

[@RussellBooth1977]

As I always say,waste not,want not,I wouldn't waste a good line trimmer myself,my dads Honda line trimmer is 18 years old & it's still going. 126 PSI is probably actually good compression for a small 2 stroke engine because when I rebuilt a Stihl hedge trimmer with a new cylinder repair kit it was 105 PSI when brand new & it went up to 120 PSI after the piston rings broke in !

[@andrewrivera4029]

Thanks for the great tips, it’s very difficult to get a shop to cover this stuff. I get it, it’s their bread and butter.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@andrewperera4270]

Good video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@robertwilliams3983]

I recently fixed the carburetor on a weed eater brand that was 35 or 40 years old. It was my father's. It runs as good as ever with the cleaned carb & new diaphragms. The only downsides are it's heavy & has a curved shaft. The old ones were built to last.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes you are correct, thank you Robert Williams

[@No1Gummybear]

In regards to the petrol tank yellow/orange tint, this can be rectified by using peroxide 40vol / 12%. I use a cream as opposed to solution, dab on with a paint brush, wrap in cling film to keep the heat in and leave out in the sun. This may take a few days, and a couple of applications, but I like the fact that the sun caused it, now it's also it's solution. You can find this sort of thing applied to other plastics on KZbin, but this is my preferred method. Hope this helps take years off this machine!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's an awesome solution, Do you have a link for the solution?

[@aussienebula8331]

Great vid and question mate. I have always thought as with people if something works and your machanics are mobile can get air, fuel and have spark age shouldnt be a problem.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

very well said.

[@garymucher9590]

I pretty much do the exact same things myself. Small engines are not the difficult to diagnose and repair. The only time I stop doing repairs is when the available parts dry up, new or used. And seems odd how quickly new parts dry up for most any piece of equipment these days. I guess that is their idea to force some people in to buying new replacements. IDK

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You might on to something

[@chrisgreth2125]

Hi. Love your videos. For the gas tank. Go to a beauty supply store and buy the hydrogen peroxide cream or gel. This is a lot stronger than the bottle you can buy at the pharmacy. Brush on the cream on the exterior of the tank and then wrap it with plastic wrap to keep it moist. let it sit out in the sun for 1-2 days. Better yet elevate it over a mirrored surface. The UV from the sunlight will react with the hydrogen peroxide and will bleach the plastic. People who restore old computers or similar equipment use this trick to bring back the original color of UV yellowed plastic.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that sounds like a plan

[@yodaiam7521]

For your gas tank color question have you tried hydrogen peroxide to whiten the tank? I use that for a lot of things, it works on some then doesn’t on other stuff.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I've heard of that. Might have to give it a try thanks

[@sweetlou5902]

And a uv light

[@HomeGaragechannel]

lots of it, I might have to get UV lamps

[@yodaiam7521]

@@sweetlou5902 yeah whoops, forgot about that part

[@colesteffens5402]

I’ve had a lot of problems with these trimmers. When people bring these trimmers in, I tell them it’s going to cost more than what’s it’s worth. Also, they don’t make the carburetor in oem or aftermarket. I can’t stand these old Homelites, but I’m happy that you got yours running

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You are correct, If I didn't get this carb working, it was going to end up on my curb with a free sign on it.

[@roadrocket7770]

I actually like the old homelite trimmers. Simple and they ran great. That little motor actually has more balls than my brand new echo. I had to rebuild the carb in the echo after 1 mowing season because of ethanol in pump gas. The homelite is over 20 years old and still runs like new. I just need to source a gas tank and i can get it running again. The tank cracked and won't hold gas

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@roadrocket7770 hope you can find one

[@roadrocket7770]

@@HomeGaragechannel i actually found one on ebay. 25 bucks for a complete motor assembly. Housing and tank are not cracked. The guy just doesn't want it anymore since he bought a new stihl trimmer.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@roadrocket7770 that's a great price

[@Davidl91]

Wouldn't retro-bright be a fix for the UV damage on the tank?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I was thinking that too, but I've never seen anyone do it to a fuel tank. Have you?

[@Davidl91]

@@HomeGaragechannel Never seen it myself however I cant see it causing any damage to the plastic as it stands up to petrol, its worth a try as if it works then its a method that you can use on other equipment in the future. I agree with you that the older equipment was built to last, I'm a gardener myself and over time I've upgraded to honda and stihl equipment however the only thing I haven't upgraded yet is my cheap Chinese strimmer... i must have rebuilt that thing 4 times in its life cycle, the quality of the cheap stuff now is so bad its annoying.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@Davidl91 I agree with you

[@jan_vyhnak]

yes it would but not completely. Partially transparent material change color inside where is hard to cure..

[@Davidl91]

@@jan_vyhnak what about using UV string LEDs on the inside?

[@rreid1154]

You can try retrobrite kit, its a peroxide gel system that came from restoring yelloed computer parts

[@gregbroom5172]

I had the same problem with my home lot like weed eater and what you told me fix mine to thank you very much make more videos

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I will, thank you Greg Broom

[@jerrysoutherland662]

Great video, I used to have one like that and a few others old trimmers, hurricane harvey took care of them.I would like the P/N of the primer bulb,on that trimmer.Thank you.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think the link in the description is for a multipack, which takes care of the 3 major styles. will that okay or do you want something else?

[@jerrysoutherland662]

Just the little primer bulb,that's on the trimmer P/N if you can. Thanks.

[@jarridcockey3810]

@@jerrysoutherland662 I think either lowes or home depot sells primer bulbs in a three pack which includes the small one

[@jerrysoutherland662]

@@jarridcockey3810 Thank you for that information.

[@jarridcockey3810]

@@jerrysoutherland662 no problem

[@alfredmorency8296]

@Home Garage Regarding the gas tanks' discoloration, I have had some luck using hydrogen peroxide on discolored plastic.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

got some on the way, we'll see how it goes.

[@thereedbreed]

I wonder if the retrobrite process would revive the color of the tank.

[@andrewperera4270]

I have a problem in my 4 stroke line trimmer got spark, fuel and the rest looks ok but isn't starting no matter what. It's frustrating, it's only 15 months old. What else to look at ??.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

the only think left would be to check the compression with a tester, otherwise you might have a valve issue.

[@Marty1959]

Glad you fixed it it was worth fixing

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I appreciate it Martin LeBlanc

[@jimtwisted1984]

This is. an example of a quality built machine?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It's still around isn't it.

[@jimtwisted1984]

@@HomeGaragechannel Well i have junk which has been laying around for years .Just because it is still around doesnt mean it is any good.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@jimtwisted1984 thats called hoarding

[@jimtwisted1984]

@@HomeGaragechannel everybody has some junk equipment around is evryone a hoarder?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@jimtwisted1984 sure many different levels exist and it isn't bad till it starts interfering with your life

[@D4x4Bronc]

Is there a special size Phillips screwdriver needed to remove the needle hold down screw on walbro carbs. Worked on one and the screw stripped out. Sucked because I was trying to put in a walbro Ethanol diaphragm set. I tried all 5 Phillips sizes in a cman screwdriver set with no success.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not that I'm aware of, sometimes I use a medium sized screwdriver and other times I use the small one in the video. Yours might have just been stuck?

[@rickchrist1949]

There is a Japanese screw, "jis". Looks like philips. Believe it has a small for on the head.

[@rickchrist1949]

A small dot on head.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@rickchrist1949 thanks for the information

[@x66Hawk66x]

These trimmers seem pretty decent. I purchased one with 2 other broken trimmers for just £30 here in the UK. it had not been used in many years. all i needed to do was unseize the pull start catch spring so it will engage, and replace the rotten fuel lines. I put some fuel in, put my thumb over the inlet hole, and after 2 pulls fuel was pulled through, and on the third it started. mine is the curve shaft model, but the same power plant on top. I think a trimmers age is no excuse to dispose of them, if they work, they should be put to work.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I agree with you, just because it's old doesn't mean you need to get rid of it.

[@Grandpas51]

Your video’s are amazing!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad you like them!

[@waynejackson8556]

Great video. I have similar issue. Have Stihl FS55. Great compression, spark and fuel. Will run short time then flood sparkplug. Could it be the carburettor as to much fuel? Any advice please? Thanks.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It's one of two problems, either the carb needs to be adjusted or replaced, or the spark plug is the right heat range. Do you know if the spark plug is using an aftermarket brand ?

[@ericrichardson3332]

For removing discoloration from plastic put in hydrogen peroxide it can be the 3% peroxide and use UV light to remove the discorling , there are videos of people remove discoloration from old plastic toys and I've done it with my old phone case and it worked really well , I'd say wash the gas tank with soap and water first and decrease it really good first then soak in peroxide tank wrapped in reflective material such as aluminum foil and cover with a UV light leave it for 24 hours check it and see how it's doing , also you want it to stay submerged under the peroxide or you'll have the rotate it and do it in sections which will work as well just might take longer

[@patrickpoulard24]

To get rid of that yellowing on the gas tank, you need to use some Sea Glow. Peroxide mixed with Oxyclean works too, you just have to put the tank in front of some sun light.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Nice I'm going to try it out.

[@raymorrison5006]

Harbour freight sells that spark tester in their stores.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes they do

[@mr1pearl]

I've never seen one loosen up like that ! Just curious what's the year of that machine . For sure I would take the time to repair that one 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Not sure, maybe 2000?

[@hdog9424]

Hey I have a stihl fs90r and it will only start when you give it full throttle other wise it doesn’t start do you know why?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes the carb needs to be service. I would replace the carb though as it's easier

[@samuelvelez1643]

@@HomeGaragechannel indeed

[@Tractorguy9000]

what are the fuel bottle things called that you use when testing the flow of fuel through the carb at 6:50

[@HomeGaragechannel]

they are just chemical squeeze bottles.

[@Tractorguy9000]

thanks

[@JohnSmith-gv3nq]

I have the same weed eater and I cleaned the carb and got 125psi on the compression tester and has good spark and can't get it to run

[@HomeGaragechannel]

after repeated attempts to start it, the engine could have flooded. Try starting, by using no choke while squeezing the throttle .

[@JohnSmith-gv3nq]

Ok thank you I did it and it starts now

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you for the update.

[@roadrocket7770]

I still have one of these, only thing wrong with it is the gas tank cracked and leaks fuel now. If i could find a replacement fuel tank either on a dead one or be able to find a new one, i could fix mine. Damn thing still runs great.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Have you considered buying a universal tank?

[@onesadtech]

A bit late, but I would try a cleaner with a mild abrasive in it on that gas tank, something like Vim, if not an actual plastic polish like from a headlight restoration kit. 😊

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Great tip! thank you One Sad Tech

[@jayjones8424]

Have you done a video on trimmer timing?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not trimmer, but I did have an edger with timing issues.

[@jameskenney5623]

It's probably already mentioned in the comments somewhere but retrobriting that tank would probably bring it back to it's original color. You could also try feeling it completely full with hydrogen peroxide and leaving it in the sun but all the way guide on KZbin for retrobrite and maybe use some UV lights.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes I'm hoping to do it soon.

[@d-money5976]

Once again another great vid.....I have a ryobi CS30 trimmer 2006 0r 2007 model....The carb is new , fuel lines, spark and gas fresh and all new..... It does start a second or two if gas in dropped down spark hole.....I checked and rechecked fuel lines....gas is filling primer bulb but yet it wont start.....I've done all the tests you did and even got a spark checker......my next step is to get a pressure checker......other than that ..any thoughts..

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes, I have a few, remove the spark plug, pull the rope several times, then leave it like this way for a whole day. next day, replace plug, press primer bulb a few times, put the choke lever to "run", then squeeze the trigger, and try and start it. If it doesn't start, move the choke lever to "START", don't squeeze the trigger, and pull the rope 5 times. it if tries to start, fantastic, but if it doesn't, remove the plug and tell me if it's wet with fuel .

[@d-money5976]

@@HomeGaragechannel ok did your suggestion and nothing...Spark seemed to be on the dry side....I was gonna get a pressure tester but waited till after this test...but if it turns out just not getting enough pressure to push the gas through the carb what would be the option or just get a low end trimmer for 80 bucks or so ??

[@tonym6920]

Good video, thanks! 👍👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you

[@nyckoluz]

My dad used to have an old Homelite, but had to throw it away cause it got seized up and wasn't able to be fixed. He got a STIHL and it all worked out.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice choice

[@kirbyvanduzer6565]

My dad lives in Kansas City and he has two old homelite chainsaws and man are they good they are loud powerful and durable just like they should be classic homelite power equipment are a very good buy and as far as I know they still carry the parts for them personally I prefer classic power equipment over some of the newer ones because back then things were made like a brick house don’t get me wrong I do like some of the new power equipment if it’s the right brand but nothing beats classic homelite equipment they last for the longest

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes the older stuff from Homelite are very good

[@jameshedrick6839]

I just got the same trimmer. It doesn't run but i'll get it running again soon. I bought a new homelite trimmer 2 years ago and it didn't last long. Blew up on me 2 weeks after the warranty ran out

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wow, I have to ask, was that normal use, or were you doing more than one yard?

[@jameshedrick6839]

@@HomeGaragechannel i was doing more than one yard. I had one before that and it lasted almost 10 years

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Nice, at least you get the most you can out of them. Thank you James Hedrick

[@jnimitzch4738]

Have you ever removed the Ethanol from the fuel and used that? I know it is pretty simple but not sure if it is worth it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Not directly, I've thought about doing a video on it. I wouldn't have a problem using the separated fuel.

[@KM-os4be]

That has a nice tall grip handle... nice! Can't understand why they put such short grip handles on modern trimmers. The short grip handles are a big step backwords if you ask me.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think it depends on the person, some might prefer a different grip

[@gasperajdnik5627]

Great work 👍🤝👍🤝

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you I appreciate it

[@budtate401]

Great job!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks!

[@kevinriley8195]

Where did you get your fuel squirt bottle, would love something like this. Thanks!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I purchased it from Amazn.

[@justmeandme8395]

Did you put the carb upside down in not used to seeing it like that

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no

[@c0munguyforcaz]

Very good videos my friend!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for the visit

[@samuelvelez1643]

Also it' s a straightshaft design; very reliable vs today' s designs

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you are correct

[@M3TA1UPY0URA55]

You can still buy straight or curved shaft weedeaters...

[@samuelvelez1643]

@@M3TA1UPY0URA55 but I prefer straightshafts because they have longer reach and they' re easy on your back

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@M3TA1UPY0URA55 yes you can

[@M3TA1UPY0URA55]

@@samuelvelez1643 definitely. I see where you're coming from. I was just referring to the fact you can still buy a straight shaft. I have several stihl straight shaft trimmers and I can say that that's the only way to go! I also like having the handlebars and a strap on mine. I'm only 28 but I like having all the control and the lower amount of stress off of my back.