Weedeater starts but dies. Easy quick fix.

Links to products I have in my tool bag.
Compression tester. amzn.to/2NMgeze
Spark Checker. amzn.to/3bnXjmA
Tygon Fuel Line. amzn.to/3aCGntm
Carb Adjustment tools. amzn.to/3AvqFjf
Primer Bulb. amzn.to/3aEeO2P
Fuel Filter, primer kit. amzn.to/3utr4eC
This trimmer will not rev up when the trigger is depressed. All it needed was a little more gas and I made a special tool to help me out.
Here's a link to a video where I explain how I made it.
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[@csmihaly]

Many bitter comments on wanting that tool. Easy. On Amazon, there are many options buying carburetors, for bolens, also, some comes with a whole package, many primer bulbs, gas lines included, etc, and some comes with this tool... Mine cost around 14 $. Well worth it. Just an idea.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Excellent answer I appreciate this comment. Pinned .

[@joesphbaumgardner4579]

Yeah, you can get the tool easy. I have the 5 set. There is a few that the screw differs in shape. Just got to know the name of the style screw vs what tool shape. My set of 5 I brought for $1.98

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Wow that an incredible deal. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@joesphbaumgardner4579]

One of those China buys and ship. Waited about 2 weeks, but got. I got tired of make shift stuff and to make something for carbs that differ. Them two screws are not all same. So I spent about 2 hrs total in 2 days narrowing down research of what exactly this tool is. That and shapes called. Started getting hits mainly at 5 bucks each. Dug some more till seen above price. I work on electronics so I can sniff a pebble out and find it.I will say for the simple person finding that tool is some what hard. Which is good because someone not knowing what such ajustment does and why should not be digging.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@joesphbaumgardner4579 thank you for the comment. Yes the screws are different from carb to carb.

[@RobertRoman]

I swear I spend more time fixing my lawn equipment than cutting the damn grass!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You and me both

[@Ylloh118]

Same

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@midnitesquirldog1 they sure do

[@deasttn]

I bought 40v battery string trimmer. Works fine in my suburbia yard

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@deasttn that's a very smart choice.

[@TheScmtnrider]

I just shot mine with a 12 ga. Problem solved, frustration eliminated. Felt pretty good actually!

[@marlonisaac1]

Lmao 🤣🤣🤣 Been there don't that.

[@TheScmtnrider]

Thanks 🙂

[@loug4626]

In same boat, looking for some slugs in basement locker!!

[@hitechfl]

That's actually crossed my mind with my weedeater

[@ronwood3586]

Thank you, I have been struggling with my cub cadet for 2 days now, I see your video from 5 yrs ago, and within 2 minutes, my cub cadet runs like new.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and nice work getting it running again

[@ShowemRight]

I have the cub cadet with new carb kit installed including spark plug and gas filter and the kit came with that tool...I got tired after pulling that starter 50x a piece on 1 and 2...I will try that 1/4 turn ..I have the cub cadet bc280

[@TheRealJayTim]

Thank you SO MUCH for this. I got a Yardman weed wacker from my dad the year before he passed away. This year I couldn’t get it to stay running and I was so worried it was toast. $10 at Menards later and it’s running. Thanks again for this

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you too

[@donhurst8459]

I turned my wife counter clockwise and she works great. Thanks. Baby on the way.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Don Hurst thanks so much for the comment and congratulations.

[@roycagle3646]

Wow...adjustable birth control. That is wild!

[@roycagle3646]

By the way, congrats on the new family member on the way!

[@csenior1]

happy bday to your 1 yr old!

[@CarlosAmaya-nb6ps]

congratulations mate

[@williamcarter6946]

THANK YOU!! I got my edger running. It's about time, my yard was looking a mess! Again, thank you!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You're welcome

[@rip-vanwinkle]

Same weed whacker, same problem. Worked perfectly

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@robertbeam8669]

Unreal! I was going crazy trying to figure out why my cub cadet weed eater would die when I pulled the throttle. It absolutely WORKED perfectly, even though mine had the high and low screws. Thank you!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Robert Beam

[@joshbrown5767]

Which screw did you adjust?

[@robertbeam8669]

@@joshbrown5767 if I remember correctly...I barley turned the notched screw on the left..I should say, I barley moved it. That's all it took. I think It was the low screw...but I can't remember.

[@robertbeam8669]

It's doing it again 😭. Cub cadet weed eater. Again..mine has 2 screws....and I still don't know which one to turn, lol.

[@robertbeam8669]

@GraceAsher no, I barely turned mine a year ago. I hit it with a small chisel...very lightly...to turn it a bit. I do not have the correct tool, lol. Maybe it's something else....

[@lowcountryjeeper]

Good video, only thing I did differently is that I put the carb in a bench vise and used a hack saw to cut slots into the adjustment screws. This allowed me to use a flat head screwdriver to make the adjustments. Runs like a champ now.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that works too.

[@marcgabrielli7965]

My Craftsman WeedWacker died while using it. I soaked and clean the carburetor. it didn't work took carburetor back out, rebuilt the carb. Still didn't work. Watch your video did what you said and it works. awesome Thank you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Marc Gabrielli for the comment I appreciate it

[@ikesmith9610]

I got a free weed eater bc of this small adjustment!! Thank you!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice work Ike Smith

[@jp.9664]

Great video.I had the same problem.It ran like that new right out the box.I've used it for two years like that and what a pain it was to get anything trimmed.i adjusted that screw a 1/4 turn and now it runs great ! it cut my time weed eating in half.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you john p. for the comment I appreciate it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you john p. for the comment I appreciate it.

[@vincentrobinette1507]

I hope they keep the adjustment screws. Many of the new ones, Stihl being the most notable, have the carburetors non adjustable. They run reasonably well, but any change in barometric pressure, humidity, temperature, or even the blend of gasoline makes a difference to the running mixture. I live in Utah, at 4,000 feet elevation. Everything I own, with a non adjustable carburetor, run rich. Both 2 cycle and 4 cycle engines. My Echo leaf blower has low and high adjustment screws, and it runs fantastic. I rich it up just a bit in the winter, then, lean it 1/8 turn or so in the summer. I won't buy any 2 cycle engine, without being able to adjust the running mixture. I'm also able to dial in both my chainsaws.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Nice information. I appreciate it and your comment.

[@erichenley1686]

Thank you... this adjustment saved me from having to bring it into store!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Eric Henley for the comment I appreciate it

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You're welcome. Thanks for the comment.

[@leifrockbreaker4357]

I paused the video a few seconds in and actually fixed it myself but you’re still getting a like because it’s the thought that counts brother.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you sir

[@joecenturion]

For my husqvarna string trimmer 128ld - tried new carb, air filter, fuel filter, checked spark arrestor - fixed it with the spark plug recommended in the manual - Champion RCJ6Y

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I've seen this problem a couple if times before. It's a very affordable fix. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@kylerowland1227]

This actually worked holy shit. Thank you for saving me so much time and money

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you Kyle Rowland

[@Patrick4959]

always helpful to anyone who has the same engine of trimmer and that pull cord needs a bit of tightening up as it,s held out loosely and of course it,s often referred to as a limp cord too on a pull starter

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You know I'm not even sure where it's at.

[@Patrick4959]

@@HomeGaragechannel well for a example like on the older Ryobi,s and even Stihl FS 36 trimmers they are normally located at the front the engines cover in between the clutch housing cover and the flywheel that connects to the engine assembly really it,s not that hard to be honest

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@Patrick4959 oh.. I meant I'm not sure where the trimmer is anymore.

[@jpfister1fav]

Brilliant! $10 set of carb adjustment tools and it runs better than NEW! Yikes!! Love it.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Joe Pfister for the comment I appreciate it.

[@briantii]

In my experience frequently this is a sign that the carb is shot and will need a full rebuild soon. It will get it going, but you know “it’s time” when you have to walk around with a screw driver to get the job done.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Very well said. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@luisg.2033]

Thank you, i have a different trimmer that i just replaced the carburetor. It had a similar adjustment screw. Thank you for this video it helped me get the trimmer to idle.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thank you

[@731Woodworks]

I was just before throwing my craftsman weed eater in the dumpster until I found your video. Worked like a charm! I had to use a small screw driver and wedge beside the adjustment screw to turn it. Once I turned mine (1 full revolution is what mine took) it works like new. Thanks!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you 731 Woodworks for the comment. I appreciate it.

[@alanojordan7547]

Thanks for the video. It really helped. It got my weed eater started

[@HomeGaragechannel]

No problem

[@denniskowalski7758]

Used hacksaw & cut slot for screw driver. Turned screw 1\2 turn & now it runs great..

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Excellent work. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@warrenthomas9423]

Years ago my father had trouble with his Sears chainsaw running smoothly and the owners manual showed to adjust the air and fuel mixture properly, we did and it was fixed.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@jaystezz]

Whoever you are saved me $200 because I was about to throw this old thing away n buy a new one. Thanks.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you JT_1016_ for the comment I appreciate it.

[@drewleathem]

Great video. I was about to rebuild the entire carburetor then tried this and it worked! Awesome. And, if you don't want to buy the tool you can just use a hack saw to make a slot on the top of the adjustment screw and then use a flat head screwdriver to adjust it (once its got a slot on the head). I got that idea from a different video which I'm sure is easy to find. Nothing to it though. Thanks very much for this video.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that works too, thank you drewleathem

[@djl9154]

I typically just change the gas filter for this issue, thus eliminating the need to mess with the factory setting for the carburetor.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

that's a good place to start.

[@Jamoc_NZ]

Thanks heaps, the screw trick worked for me 👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

glad you were able to get it to work

[@jbmbblb14]

Have had a bolens weedeater like this for over 20 years. Waiting on a second replacement primer bulb and more fuel line. With maintenance it has kept on trimming. Don't really have a proper place to store it. That's why I have to replace the primer bulb again.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for the information I appreciate it

[@jeffwright3815]

Thanks, helped me fix my Troy-Bilt with same problem.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@croatoan2388]

"It's hard to start, and when it does start it wants to die-" Damn, I never expected a weedeater to be such a mood lol

[@c.a.wlawncare9807]

I used a flathead screwdriver works like a charm. That year of weedeater is the best. (I have the Ryobi brand) but it the same model

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you christoffwicker1 1

[@The4thDensity]

What if you don't have any adjustment screws on the cab. My Oleo Mac weedeater doesn't have any means of adjusting the cab. It's driving me nuts.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

If the carb doesn't have any adjustments then you have to buy a new carb

[@phathead5045]

I'm gonna try this today. Thanks man!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

good luck

[@SylvesterTheSupernatural]

That is the most unusual looking weedeater I've ever seen

[@HomeGaragechannel]

agreed

[@Pcoso]

The amount of jokes on lawn care videos are crazy

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks

[@Zeeb759]

Not enough information. Turn the screw clockwise before starting, but after that do you turn it a second time counter clockwise? It almost looked like he did it three times but didn't describe what he was doing.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You cannot do exactly what I'm doing in the video as it was for that particular machine. But in general it is starving for fuel. I turned the one adjustment screw COUNTERCLOCKWISE a quarter turn and try starting it again. If it gets better but still wants to die turn it out a quarter turn again till it doesn't die.

[@Zeeb759]

@@HomeGaragechannel Thanks for the followup!

[@rebeldetail6134]

Ur awesome it fixed my hedge trimmers thank u for video wish I known this my whole life

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@airocety4391]

Thank you so much, you helped me fix my gas scooter!!👍

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You're welcome Mr Driff and thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@chisel291]

Worked! Used a screwdriver and forced that adjustment screw 1/2 turn counterclockwise. Thanks soooo much!!!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Dargl C. For commenting and you are welcome.

[@roycagle3646]

The thing is there are Different types of adjusting screws for the Low and High Mixtures on all 2 stroke machines. There is the Large Pac-Man head screw, the small Pac-Man, The D=-Head, The Double-D Head. There are the Splined-Head screws and there are even some Hex head screws on some of the carbs now. You can buy a 7 piece tool kit that adjusts all of them on ebay.

[@heavymechanic2]

I bought the D tool from Amazon a few years ago and can tune these POS trimmers. Mine is a TB22EC and it runs hard, once you get the L screw opened up a little. I found that running some Marvel Mystery Oil in the gas cleans out the ethanol gum/varnish and these trimmers run a lot better at factory setting. After cleaning the jets with MMO I usually have to lean out the carb lol

[@michaelonori1955]

Awesome. This did the trick!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@estring69]

I did the crimp on terminal trick. Friction from plastic insulators turns the screws. I replaced the plug, crumbling fuel hoses, cleaned the carb and replaced the diaphragm. Still no workie. I spun the screws full to the right and then 1 and a half back to the left. It is alive again. not as precise I am sure, but no mod required. No more shame of dead weed wacker taking up space.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Great work. Thanks for the comment

[@epifanioseguerra3974]

Thanks for posting this awesome video, I'm about to toss away my Bolens weed whacker which I bought from Lowes years ago. Then I saw your video, that quarter turn clockwise of carburator adjustment screw works like a charm...

[@georgealmeida7382]

If you dont want to spring for the lousy fuel mixture tool ..just drill another set of holes opposite the existing holes on the mixture screws then you can easily make a two prong driver out of a peice of wire

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you George Almeida

[@HighwayLoveChannel]

WoW!! You are great fixing

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@Jamie-Rayne]

So the weed eater never died though. When I start mine up, even with full throttle it quickly comes to a complete stop. Not kind of stops like the one on this video. It really stops.

[@jeffwright3815]

Thanks, helped me fix my Troy-bilt

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thanks again

[@chasingdragonswithplastics9867]

Worked perfectly thank you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

No problem.

[@tacofortgens3471]

Wish my tools start that easy

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think everyone feels the same

[@heavyt749]

Cheers bud you fixed mine too !

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad I could help

[@cassandralevi1775]

Thanks weed eater runs perfect

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem and thanks!

[@stanleymonroe5566]

Thank.you for the video saved me money and time

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@RIckX-sc7xo]

Thnx gonna try this as soon asap

[@HomeGaragechannel]

hope it works for you

[@user-bh1fi2fu9t]

Simple and easy.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

just the way I like it.

[@JP-tg6lr]

Thanks for such a detailed video! I had a quick question. My craftsman/Troy-built weed eater starts fine and runs fine for about 30 mins or so. When I shut it off to refuel or change the attachment it won’t start again… after letting it cool down for 5-10 minutes it will start but only run for maybe 30 seconds. Any thoughts on how I should troubleshoot? It’s a 4-stroke btw.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

have you checked the valve lash?

[@JP-tg6lr]

@@HomeGaragechannel no I haven’t, I will check it out this afternoon! Thanks!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@ronaldmcmillian4760]

Hey good video by the way. I just wanted to try to get my problem fix. My bolen weed eater start and run but when I pull it down on level 3 it's shut off.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, the carb either needs to be adjusted to deliver more fuel, or you need to replace the carb.

[@jamesmeadows3593]

have tiller with Techcumsci engine - will not crank - new plug and carb - spray stater fluid in carb - will start but only runs few seconds - what to do?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Is the gas making it to the bowl? Loosen the bowl nut and see if fuel comes out. If so then do you have spark at the plug?

[@jamesmeadows3593]

@@HomeGaragechannel Good morning: I have checked the bowl and it has gas - new plug and there is fire -

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@jamesmeadows3593 ok. How does the rope feel when pulling it slowly? Is there plenty of compression? Can you get a compression tester?

[@jamesmeadows3593]

@@HomeGaragechannel yes - it has good compression

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@jamesmeadows3593 you could have bad crank case seals

[@j_vinsmoke2576]

You deserve a like , and God!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thanks

[@ItsMe-wm4mc]

Thank You! That was the issue. I used a small flat head screwdriver and pushed against the flat side of the adjuster. Counter clockwise 3/4 turn and voila runs like a charm. I have the Craftsman 27cc gad weed whacker. What is the name of the tool for the adjustment screw/bolt???

[@HomeGaragechannel]

nice that works too!

[@fourstarrjim]

Thanks, I’m having the same problem with my trimmer. I’ll have to give this a try.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you Jim Capone for the comment. I hope it works out for you.

[@fourstarrjim]

So, I took the carburetor off the trimmer, removed the primer bulb off the carburetor, and removed the plate. The intake screen was covered in sludge. Once cleaned, and reassembled, I started the trimmer, and adjusted it as you suggested, and it works ok. I ordered a set of carburetor adjusting screw drivers on Amazon, so I’ll adjust it more when they get here. Thanks again for your help.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the update. Just to let you know replacement carbs are super cheap so no shame in just buying it and saving effort.

[@wildbillo68]

I throw mine across the yard...create new Foul uses for the English language - kick it to the road...Run it over 3-4 times with my ole Chevy Shorty G20 van , then leave the parts on the side of the road for scrap metal people to pick thru.... Then I go get a new one maybe I should just buy some of those adjustment screwdriver things and try the air/fuel mixture settings huh? lol I hate weed whackers.... Seems they all last 2 yrs and that's it. I even use non Ethanol gas too...

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You are perfectly right. It really isn't worth fixing most weedeaters. Just go and buy one at Walmart and 2 years later get another one. Thanks for commenting.

[@wildbillo68]

Update.... My latest weedeater started to do the same thing all my others did after a few years of use....(Started and then bogs when ya press throttle)...But- this time I bought a "air / fuel mixture adjustment tool" from ebay , and I'll be darned...I fiddled with the adjustments and it runs good again... Didn't have to run it over and pay for another new one...lol

[@HomeGaragechannel]

wildbillo68 excellent work. Glad it worked out for you.

[@roycagle3646]

Home Garage A little patience goes a LONG way when working on these. And you will need plenty to do so!

[@l67swap1]

Buwhahah i laughed so hard after reading the comment .. I just tossed mine across the yard.. About to move on to the next step of chunking it in the trash

[@tommoloney5168]

Thank you!! worked like charm

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You're welcome!

[@reddvolkaert1374]

Great tip, thank you!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

you're welcome

[@dennisnarayan4914]

Which direction did you twist/adjust the screw, and how much of a turn did you make to fix the issue?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I believe I turned it counterclockwise about half a turn

[@dennisnarayan4914]

@@HomeGaragechannel okay noted sir. Thank you.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@dennisnarayan4914 no problem

[@antoniopilar6941]

The fuel tank on top design was such a pain. They always leaked

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I know right!

[@dngles5733]

Great help to me

[@HomeGaragechannel]

thank you Damain Henry

[@DK-kv3ym]

Wow it’s that easy I damn near turned into scrap

[@HomeGaragechannel]

It can be that easy. If this doesn't work then you have bigger problems.

[@antoniowyckoff2]

Good stuff, would this also work on my Ryobi Expand It Weed Eater?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes but more than likely, your Ryobi will have two adjusting screws and not one like this one.

[@eastside_slim2603]

Thanks a million Simple fix ...

[@HomeGaragechannel]

no problem

[@albshore8]

thanks same problem same weed wackert hat helped.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@ravikorpal2861]

Hi I have Poulin P3314 . pull rope is very hard to pull .If I take spark plug out .I can Pull easy. can you help me what to do to fix .thanks

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Sure. Remove spark and place it in the hole without threading it in. Leave a slight gap so air can go out. Then pull the rope several times and it should blow out any fuel or oil out of the gap around the spark plug. Then thread the spark plug in about 2 turns and try pulling it again. Of it still stuck repeat the process again.

[@Guapogiboy]

Hey this fixed my issue. I wonder if this adjustment gets undone over time? After adjusting it. It totally worked!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Good work..it's mostly an issue of the carb loosing functionality. After that it's due to the engine beginning to wear to a point that at the tune will not work for a worn engine.

[@Sandman35739]

This suggestion saved me from a wasted day. Thanks a million!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

You are very welcome! I've subscribed to you too!

[@hankbridges5055]

If the filter is loose, check if the line is broke off in the tank.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it

[@CIK-TEK]

Why do I see 2 of those special screws? On my carb.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

This is a cheap unit so it only has one.

[@sonnyc3826]

interesting i forgot aboutt hsoe screws or jsut got lazy and used to lawnmowers where it isnt mucha deal i adjusted them and it started to run normal but then would stall on idle ...really high revving too...scrapyard lol i cant be bothered im sticking to lawnmowers.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not a problem here, thank you Sonny C.

[@IRONSIDE_RC]

Thank you!!! I was turning my jets the wrong way loll🙃

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Glad I could help!

[@Ectorboy]

Saved me thanks

[@HomeGaragechannel]

No problem

[@scottmccandless8111]

Looks like there are ports for two adjustment screws, but is there only one screw? My craftsman has two screws and it is only a year old and I couldn't get it started the other day. I cleaned the carb real good and the fuel filter still looks pretty new but I sprayed it real good too. Now it will start for a brief second while choked then quickly dies and will not start again no matter what setting the choke is on. I just watched another video which was for a craftsman that shows it as a "Pacman" shape. I'll have to check that when I get home today. But I'm hoping that works once I get the tool. Any other ideas or advice?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

sure, if all else fails, just replace the carb. You'll have less headaches.

[@loug4626]

Starting from scratch, would you turns the two screws clockwise to the end then do 1/4 turns counterclockwise until you hit the sweet spot OR wind them.down back them off two turns the go 1/4 turns counter clockwise until giddy up and goes?? Thanks

[@topfin8441]

Hey believe it or not I actually just ordered a Bolens BL160 straight shaft trimmer from MTD, but I got it for 65 bucks! I think it is a decent trimmer although I had to make a slight adjustment on the carburetor because it was bogging, but other than that I think it will be a good trimmer for anyone if you winterize it. I do also have a Echo SRM 225 I bought a month ago. Also like the Bolens has a Walbro carburetor. Someone told me it’s a great carb to have. Is it?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I don't see any problems with that carb at all.

[@hang-the-dogs]

My 2 stroke brush cutter, after using it for about 10 mins suddenly dies, I find the motor much hotter than before. I've cleaned the carburetor, air intake and the exhaust, even changed the spark plug. I can only start it 3-4 hours after the motor had cooled off. Hope you could give me some advice. Tnx

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment. Does the fuel cap have a vent in it or is the vent coming out of the tank like on an echo trimmer? If it's in the cap try replacing it. If it comes out of the tank try replacing the vent. Otherwise replace the whole carb.

[@hang-the-dogs]

@@HomeGaragechannelthanks for the reply, the tank was located at the top of the engine directly connected by a hose from the tanks bottom going down to the valve attached to the carburetor. I already checked and cleaned the valve.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@hang-the-dogs good. Let's try replacing the carb and hopefully it works.

[@hang-the-dogs]

@@HomeGaragechannel OK, I'll try and see the results. Tnx

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@hang-the-dogs no problem

[@JoseSanchez-de6op]

Mine was running great until today, could also be if the gas has water?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

yes water could do that, easy fix though, dump the old fuel, mix up new and add it to the tank. Press the bulb least 10 times and that should exchange what was in the lines and carb with the new stuff in the tank. If that doesn't work, then you've got "a lot" more diagnosing to do. Good luck .

[@INFJArtistLounge]

Thank you much!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

No problem

[@juancalderon5073]

Will this adjustment work on a troy bilt 22ec Mine runs with choke on but will die when 1/2 open. Like its starving for air. Help!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Yes but you might have two screws to adjust where this one only had 1

[@comodice905]

ZAMA C1U-K19 JD 21c weed eater air filter soaked with fuel and fuel seams to be splashing out of carb when i remove air filter and run it. any fix for this. also cant find a new air filter online to order.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

For the air filter, I need to know the model and serial number from the ID tag

[@pullmanheroes2023]

I tried pouring blue Gatoraid in like you did and it doesn't run.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Lol..its poweraid

[@michaelfreeman681]

Thank you

[@HomeGaragechannel]

No problem

[@davidstraile8680]

Worked perfectly for me. Thanks

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you David Straile for the comment. I'm glad it worked out for you.

[@tamagojo]

So what was that you were turning? to let the fuel or air in more? trying to understand what happened, cos I think mine might have the same issue

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Sorry for the confusion. I was turning a carb adjustment screw. It allows more or less fuel to leave the carb. I turned it counterclockwise so that more fuel can leave the carb and go to the engine.

[@steviebboy69]

@@HomeGaragechannel Mine does this same thing, one time I cleaned it all out and it ran fine, but does this now again. maybe I should try the mixture screws. my older Husky has the normal slotted screw not the spline thing. Apart from this it runs well and is nearly 20 years old.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

@@steviebboy69 yes try adjusting the mixture screws a little and see if it helps. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@steviebboy69]

@@HomeGaragechannel That's ok thanks for the fast reply, I will give it ago in the next few days.

[@pauleckert882]

What's the tool actually called? My troy bilt has two mixture screws round and partially flat on about a quarter of it..

[@HomeGaragechannel]

the tools differ in named and size, that's why it's best to get the kit, which will come with multiple types to cover most all the different carbs available

[@elgmichoacan818]

I'm thinking of getting a battery powered weed whacker to avoid all this shhh .. any suggestions on a good powerful one?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

not really, just one you can afford. Just watch out for the battery trap, which is, if you don't take care of the battery, they'll take care of your wallet.

[@OP-rh5vl]

Hey hope your doing well, I got a question I bought a brand new Poulan Pro PR28SD trimmer, and I poured my 2 cycle mix, and for some reason it dies upon throttle, do you think it has the same problem?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

First check to make sure the fuel filter hasn't come off the line in the fuel tank. If its okay then I would turn out the L screw about a quarter turn.

[@OP-rh5vl]

@@HomeGaragechannel Thanks for the quick reply. will try it out, hope it works!

[@Akotski-ys9rr]

Mine has been sitting for years with fuel in the tank. I replaced with fresh fuel and it would start but only run for a second and only after hitting the primer. At one point it ran for 10 seconds but started dying as soon as I added throttle. I also noticed the fuel line coming out of the tank is about to come apart. There was also a decent amount of smoke coming out of the exhaust. I’m wondering if the carb is also dirty or I added too much 2 stroke oil. The carb looks very clean though

[@HomeGaragechannel]

I think you might need to service your carb and fuel lines

[@Akotski-ys9rr]

@@HomeGaragechannel yeah I did a deeper check into it and I discovered the fuel line has dissolved into a million pieces and it started to suck up pieces of fuel line into itself. Luckily I don’t think any made it to the carb. Hopefully just replacing the fuel line will get it working.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

good luck to you and nice find!

[@colesteffens5402]

can you make a video of tuning a snowblower carb??

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Thank you for the comment I appreciate it. I would if I had one to tune but we don't get much snow here.

[@DicertoC]

What if your carb doesn’t have an adjustment screw and it doesn’t stay running?

[@HomeGaragechannel]

easy, replace the carb.

[@chrisdeangelo04]

what if it starts good! and then you pick it up from the ground where it started fine and stayed that way. Then you reach down for it and pick it up and start moving then it sputters and dies.,I have a stihl weed eater I know two problems with it,I need a new prime bulb and a filter for it,like I said it's starts fine on the ground! it idles great but once I pick it up it sputters and dies. any feed back would be helpful.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

when did you last do a tune up? what model do you have?

[@jillshearin1]

Can you show how you made the adjustment tool? Thanks!

[@HomeGaragechannel]

Absolutely I will make the video today for you.

[@HomeGaragechannel]

The video is up for you. Basically JB weld an old adjustment cap or something close to a screwdriver.

[@georgealmeida7382]

easier way is drill a matching hole opposite the existing. Pin holes on the screw heads then make a driver with a twisted peice of wire or by grinding an old screwdriver into a two prong driver. It eliminates the need for tbe sleeve around the driver