Why this hedge trimmer won't stay running.

[@brendahall7483]

I’d love to see an engine rebuild as long as parts are available and not too expensive. You may be able to find NOS parts or even aftermarket parts. If it ran well for 22 years it is not a modern day throw away... it is worth the labor to rebuild. Love your videos and the challenge question at the end.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

it definitely looks to be in the future as a rebuild

[@lukeWiz44]

What a classic looking trimmer! I'd rebuild it. I really hope to see that in a future upload. Maybe a rebuild video? Would be neat. Thanks for the upload.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thank you Luke Harrison for the comment I appreciate it

[@cdos9186]

I would recommend tearing down the engine to see the shape of the piston and cylinder wall. With how old it is, it may need only a new ring which is fairly cheap.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes its going to be torn down and inspected

[@z95m]

I've got two of those with the Homelite label. Both have low compression but no signs of piston or cylinder wear when looking through the exhaust and intake ports. Parts list shows they use a single piston ring. I plan to tear mine down and see if a new ring will help. Perhaps that's all you need.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you might be right. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it.

[@EngDrewman]

I'd be interested in a rebuild video. If the parts are too expensive or not available, then just do a teardown. I really want to see what the piston and cylinder look like with a normal wear out failure as opposed to an operator error failure.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes its worth rebuilding in my mind

[@michaelchilders6056]

Before commenting I read over 50 other comments. Verdict? Your videos are popular and it would be a sin if you didn’t fix this trimmer, for your followers education sake. Thanks for your videos. Looking forward to more!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you very much for the comment. I definitely intend on rebuilding it.

[@petefroud5308]

A rebuild is good but if the cost is to high , not worth it . At that age new bottom end bearing seals etc.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you are absolutely correct

[@samuelvelez1643]

Good news:I 've repaired both the bullhorn trimmer and the backpack blower... They're back to life again

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thats great news. thanks for the update

[@samuelvelez1643]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE THANK YOU for the tips

[@RussellBooth1977]

I would like to see it get rebuilt,I fitted new piston rings into my 32 year old 3 horsepower Briggs and Stratton lawnmower engine which were Stens piston rings & they are half the price of the OEM piston rings,it was done to cure an oil consumption issue & the mower cuts grass better than my dads 6.5 horsepower Honda lawnmower. I know the 4 stroke Honda GSV190 engines run a decompression mechanism which holds the exhaust valve open slightly on startup but it's compression is down to 42 PSI & it's getting hard to start. His Honda leaf blower runs a GX25 engine & it's compression is at 55 PSI as it runs a decompression camshaft as well,the same goes for his GX35 powered Honda line trimmer,its compression is at 85 PSI after 17 years of use !

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks Russell Booth for the comment. yes i would love to rebuild it when i get a chance

[@alanlake5220]

I would take the exhaust off, and look at the piston and cylinder to see what condition they are in, or just replace the rings,

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

its a huge undertaking but yes that would be the next step

[@callummcdonogh3098]

Im working on a newish Stihl trimmer and it's doing the same but won't idle very long if at all it will do the initial start and if it idles long enough to give it a rev it dies straight away I cleaned muffle looked over the carb, compression feels normal and the spark plug looks new but I'm still yet to try a different one. Any other idea of avenues to try before I buy a whole service kit? Magneto gap looks spot on as well

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

if you're holding out before buying the kit, then you might as well try adjusting the carb for more fuel. But because it won't idle for long, I have a feeling the kit will be your best bet.

[@callummcdonogh3098]

@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE thank you!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem

[@AidanRyan458]

I have a maruyama trimmer I baught used for 50 quid it has no air filter or housing over the filter should I stay using it the way it is or should I replace it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I would definitely get an air filter assembly or at least make something to filter the air before it goes thru the carb.

[@AidanRyan458]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE ok hard to get parts would an alastic band and a sock do

[@massimoterenzi5056]

My opinion is it's just not worth it. Salvage the carb or whatever else you might be able to use for another project . Time for a new one. Thanks for another great vid!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

No problem Massimo Terenzi

[@Baileys.small.engine.repair]

I know this video is 4 years old but what did you end up doing? Was there ever a second video on this hedge trimmer?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nope, still got in the garage, I plan on doing the follow up soon though, thanks for the reminder

[@Baileys.small.engine.repair]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE of course! My pleasure!,

[@colesteffens5402]

New hedge trimmers are expensive. If you still have it, I would rebuild depending on parts cost

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes they are. I do have plans on rebuilding it

[@punchogunter2362]

From the look of it that husqvarna hedge trimmer is the same as the Weed Eater GHT 220 Excalibur! The top part I think doesn't cost that much! Not unless you buy the whole assembly!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I think you're right about that ght 220. I'll have to look into it.

[@hotdogmang3107]

great instructions... great video. Thank you!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Glad it was helpful!

[@JC-yb3zb]

Not really applicable here, I know, but I'd imagine that for a typical homeowner an electric trimmer and a long cord or two will suit his or her needs. If I could just keep from cutting through that cord now...

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

ive been there so i understand. thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@dominoespizza1756]

Old homelite the engines aren’t bad but once they go it’s best to let it rest

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you dominoes pizza

[@matejopresnik2667]

Do the engine rebuild, it would be really nice to see a rebuild video

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

if I can find it i will

[@Romizo6063]

Do a rebuild video i would like to see that.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes I believe I will. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@shegotthedonk]

Do the engine rebuild!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

if i can find it i will. thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@uberdimensionalebrottute4354]

Please rebuild it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I will definitely try.

[@johnclarke6647]

Rebuild it. It is probably a better hedge trimmer than what you can get, today.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I think you're right about that

[@pimpinpenz]

not sure if i would rebuild this as the engine looks just the same as one of those green weedeater brand hedge trimmers. Just my opinion. Throw away machines.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I understand your feelings

[@brucecoleman7412]

I would first pull the muffler and inspect the cylinder, piston, and rings. It could possibly just need rings and a cylinder honing. Although I thoroughly enjoy watching your videos, if it needs a piston, cylinder, and carb rebuild, it’s time to move on.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you make a good point. it's a project I intend on doing this winter.

[@CuriousKL]

If that trimmer's owner had been using Amsoil Sabre Pro 2 cycle oil, that engine would still be very healthy.

[@jonnysnipes3123]

Not really, if this equipment was used daily no oil would prevent the rings from wearing down overtime. All two cycle oils are realistically the same. It’s all about your oil gas ratio when mixing and how well tuned your carb is up to date every so often to get the most out of your 2 cycles

[@CuriousKL]

I see all the comments about rebuilding it. Well, that's fine but it the cost worth the repair? I say no.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you are correct

[@TecumsehRulesbcserk]

Wow this is an old one

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes it is, still trying to consider what to do to it.

[@heathwilson2572]

I regather spend money to buy brand new trimmer

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you and me both.

[@stevehertz4878]

Part it out.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thats a good idea

[@samuelvelez1643]

If you got spare engine parts,it could be repaired

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes if I can find a spare engine I will fix it.

[@RandyApril57]

rebuild

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@caseynovem2542]

Fix it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

That's the plan. Thanks for the comment.

[@999thenewman]

This thing is pretty sad. $15 for sure.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes but it was put to good use for a long time. I should let it retire with dignity.

[@999thenewman]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE You're funny. :D

[@barndogschwartz8370]

Lol 15

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

Either an engine rebuild or engine swap. Either way it will get a new life once more to get badly abused again.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you are absolutely right about that. thank you Ramadin Sookhoo

[@barndogschwartz8370]

Engine swap

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thanks for the comment I'll be on the look out for another working hedger.

[@barndogschwartz8370]

No but really I'd trash it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I understand how you feel. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it.

[@barndogschwartz8370]

Your welcome thanks for responding to my comment

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@barndogschwartz8370 anytime

[@VacMaster2020]

First

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thanks kyre N for the comment I appreciate it.

[@billspoerl2283]

Trash it!!!!!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you for the comment I appreciate it