Will it run, Rare John Deere trimmer

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/3k7cgxe
Primer Bulb. amzn.to/3dC0WYK
Fuel Filter. amzn.to/2ZC0T7i
Metering Diaphragm. amzn.to/2NIo5hw
Thanks for watching. This is a very rare trimmer from John Deere and unfortunately this doesn't end very well.

[@phwlee]

I have that same trimmer. Bought it back in 2000 and still use it today. I just realized that I never added any gear grease, so I am going to do that this weekend.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice glad to see these still being used.

[@martintech2012]

The part number for the coil is Deere 07736. It's listed at $182.67 on the Deere online parts catalog and shows it's available. Some research appears to indicate the coil is identical to Homelite #07736 and Mitsubishi KE04023AA. Good luck!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

wow I appreciate the work you put into it. Thanks.

[@nunnaurbzznzzz1734]

John Deere prices for parts are ridiculous. BUT the foam air filter is about %5.50 which isn't bad.

[@spaceshuttle9094]

I have a running trimmer just like this one and I’ve done research it is a John Deere branded homelite trimmer. It also runs user smoothly and has a ton of power.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks for the information I appreciate it. I wish I had the parts to get this one running.

[@ianvaldivia1993]

Or like an old kawasaki

[@tobyboudreaux4113]

Look at the model number. Same style as Homelite products.

[@josem.2909]

Yes very well made, lighter than my exho srm-230 and les vibrations and feel more balanced

[@frios011]

I have an older John Deere 21c straight shaft trimmer that looks a lot like my Echo SRM230. The trimmer head for my Echo fits perfectly on my John Deere. I'm pretty sure its made by Kioritz who also makes Echo.

[@lukeWiz44]

That's a really unique design! Very cool. I would grab some new piston rings as well.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I might have to just to save this one. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@anonymous1192]

I still have a john deere xt series. Looks similar. My brother in law found one fixed it and gave it to me as a house warming present. I just purchased a home on 1 acre of land so I really needed it. My starts like a new one just a few pulls on choke and 1pull to start and I'm off

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice, thanks for sharing

[@samuelvelez1643]

It's very sad that this trimmer is no longer available

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes very sad I also parts for this thing weren't so expensive.

[@ramadinsookhoo6141]

Its my first time seeing and hearing about a John Deere trimmer. Since I'm from the Caribbean we only see and use stihl, echo and Husqvarna brands mostly where I live.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes this was my first too. Thank you Ramadin Sookhoo

[@nunnaurbzznzzz1734]

I got a 105S from a guy that got tired of gas mixing. He also lost the gas tank cap. It took a couple of weeks of searching to find one that fits. It cost me about $9 but that was a big difference from the John Deere price of $35+!!!! I gassed it up, put the cap on and checked for leaks. No leaks. Started up on 4th pull. I had replaced the fuel lines and filter also from on hand stock. The guy had evidently used ethanol gas. The fuel lines were almost rock hard. One other note... NO low or high adjustment screws on it!!! BUT it fired up and idled like a champ. It has enough power to handle brush blades. The threaded post is smaller then a Stihl. I am gonna try to modify a Stihl bicycle handle shaft and put it on the JD. Or I will swap the trimmer heads so I can put on my saw blade for clearing brush.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice work!

[@GBooneoh]

what gas mix do u use.

[@nunnaurbzznzzz1734]

I use 40:1, for most of my small engines. Some require 50:1, but I figure a bit more oil is better than not enough.

[@nunnaurbzznzzz1734]

I put blade on my jd105. It runs high when started but bogs down when cutting with a string head on. I actually have 2 of the trimmer. Any hints would be greatly appreciated.

[@benjaminwilliams9816]

This is a perfect parts trimmer!

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes it is

[@charlespuckett6454]

I have the same one and use it every day

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Charles Puckett

[@drich9295]

I just repaired an XT105 trimmer and it runs like new. Absolutely love it but haven't used it much at all bc of the rarity of it and scarce parts.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

that makes sense, sell it then?

[@pimpinpenz]

The design of this engine is very similar to a lot of the older japanese trimmers, I bet a coil from a Maruyama M23S may fit. Dont quote me though.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

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

[@sharonboysen63]

Hey dude I was saying exact time now and when I bought it I got it free from a garage sale and and like now I got it running both

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice work

[@ThatHondaGuy2]

Four years late to the party.. If it were me, I’d say keep it. I’ve started a little “side hustle” fixing free trimmers that aren’t running and considered no good, by some. Also, I just started diagnosis on a John Deere trimmer today. I can’t quote the specific model; however, from the looks of it, mine is even older than that one! (Ex. The intake cover is held on, by a single swing-arm clamp). I’ve never seen another JD trimmer, so I hope to get it running again. Nice video, btw. Gives me a direction for some other things to check.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you and good luck on yours

[@ThatHondaGuy2]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Thanks!

[@ThatHondaGuy2]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE Follow up.. It’s a JD 200G trimmer. Got it running the other day, after many unsuccessful attempts. That was after cleaning up the spark plug, muffler, new fuel line/filter and I had to re-string it when the old line had it’s final pull. I adopted your trick: pouring some fuel straight in the spark plug hole. Though, it won’t stay running for long before kicking itself off. Hmm.. I’m unsure how it starts otherwise, since I’ve never seen a trimmer without a primer bulb. However, I enjoy the thrill of the problem, all while learning new things in the process.

[@RussellBooth1977]

I'd rebuild the too end & replace the ignition coil but just be careful with parts such as the ignition coil because brands like Stihl change both the ignition coil & crankshaft half way through the model & after a certain serial number so I do my homework when it comes to searching for ignition parts for lawn equipment now. Both the crankshaft & ignition coil on a Stihl hedge trimmer that I fixed had a differently timed crankshaft as the keyway was in a different spot to the later serial number machines so it's very important that you do have a parts list for them. I ended up having to order an OEM ignition coil from an eBay seller whose located in Ohio in the U.S. & I live in Australia !

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Wow. That's something to look into to. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@Tundra455]

That has been a very good trimmer for me. I bought mine in 1995 and it’s been flawless I’ve never even drained the gas from from season to season. I just now need to change the primer bulb. But not sure what will be the correct one for it so reason I came across your video.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice, if you follow the link in the description, you find a link to a multi pack of different styles that should cover your needs.

[@alssmallengines]

I would definitely price out the parts & go from there. I am a sucker for unique equipment...so I'd probably put the money into it to get it running.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

You and me both

[@Patrick4959]

i would try measuring the bore wall size in the center and see what you can find a in set of piston rings to help restore compression etc

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I will. I definitely want to get this one running again

[@farmerjackson709]

I would try going to garage sale and get a toaster oven for 2 bucks and put the coil in at 200f for 12 hours. Sounds crazy but I have done it on old homelite chainsaw coils and it brings them back to life

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I've never heard of that. Thanks

[@farmerjackson709]

INSIDE HOUSE GARAGE worth a try nothing to lose as its not working now

[@jonpfenghanssl7320]

Just pulled apart my T30S straight shaft, bloody screen filter was plugged. thankfully an easy fix

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice diagnostic

[@jonpfenghanssl7320]

@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE your content definitely helped! Thanks

[@jesterr7133]

When I find something that is really unusual like this, I will try to repair it if it is possible. Sometimes saving something that is extremely uncommon is more important to me than how much money I'll make on it, but that's just me

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you make a great point, I would like to, but I still don't want to pay $100 for the coil

[@Helpline5815]

I have one very similar to this, but I wish I could get a consensus on who makes it. I have the John Deere XT120, and I love it, just picked it up today and used it on my lawn. It's perfect except it burned my arm and the trigger is really tight. Also, the gas cap leaks because somebody put the wrong one on it. It leaked in my car on the way home and it leaked on my back porch. The gas cap is $50 alone! But I'm going to bite the bullet and get the part and wear arm protection and hopefully figure out how to loosen the throttle.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

good luck to you and yes.. having a metal engine cover sounds cool until you burn your arm.

[@Helpline5815]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE exactly, but the plastic ones tend to melt as well.

[@nonenone8819]

I found one like this today haven't been able to get it started

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

hopefully you have better luck than me

[@99Getrdone]

I have one similar to this one just needs a spool for it still runs

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

wow nice

[@99Getrdone]

Just about got it going spent 123 for a spool 10 for a filter 12 for a cover and now needs a primer bulb quite bit of money spent so far

[@uyghureats]

I have exact same model runs well but head has just broken, (I was looking for the part and came across this video) I don't know if you know but you put 50:1 in this, not fuel. and you have to put at least half full.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thanks

[@davidwalker386]

I have the same Weedwhacker it’s 18 years old I fix it you still can get the parts for it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you David Walker

[@davidwalker386]

I just bought a John Deere air filter for my Weedwhacker same one you’ve got it’s my second one over the years

[@funk7875]

I'm working on a T105 S . I've got it started but dies. Appears fuel line is leaking. I think that's all it will need.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Cool. Replace the line and let me know how it goes

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

Oil and gas , when compression is low.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes good tip

[@robertmailhos8159]

I would either fix it or make a display case for it just to make a conversation piece in your shop

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Now thats an idea

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE okay thanks for your reply young man

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@robertmailhos8159 no problem Robert Mailhos.

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

Good machine 👍👍👍👍

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

extremely vintage

[@pitcyr.4345]

I have one exactly the same and it ran well until fuel started leaking through exhaust muffler when not running. I think it is a diaphragm problem

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I believe so, but it could be more. hopefully you can find a new carb.

[@jonathanbenoit8828]

It's worth it,a coil and power head.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

i hope so because the prices i've seen are super high.

[@redfield312]

hi love your site i wonder if you can help me i live in australia we rarely see john deer tools and i picked up and fixed a john deer xt2508 and i cant find any info on it seems like a very heavy duty trimmer or maybe one of your viewers knows this machine thanks in advance

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Unfortunately I'm having problems find information on it too.

[@redfield312]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE thanks anyway i will keep searching

[@paulspomer16]

You might be able to fix it if the rings are stuck. I think it would be worth it to take it apart and inspect the rings and hopefully, they're stuck so you can fix it.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Paul Spomer.

[@pumpkinpeanut1]

I have a John Deere BC1600. I too have had difficulty finding a carburetor kit to replace the carburetor, plug, gas filter, air filter nd gas lines. Amazon does not carry this kit so I called a John Deere dealer locally and they want $220.00 for a new carburetor! I definitely will not pay this much for a new carburetor! Do you know if there's a compatible carburetor that I could use on this machine?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes I think the carb from a ryobi ss30 which is model number ry30140 from 2006

[@JohannZ100]

I would put it on my wall as a great addition to my bedroom full of metal signs 1/64 scale model trucks and I have a three horse Briggs on the bottom of my shelf has no oil or gas Only issue is my wall is drywall

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I have thought about doing the same thing

[@JohannZ100]

That is a good idea thanks

[@ItzzOzzyy]

It being unique being a “John Deere” trimmer, may be worth to rebuild with a new piston and head since you can get a kit for about $30

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

thank you Ozzy Dotson

[@jackblack2557]

You had the kill switch disconnected after cleaning contact points some weedeaters cannot produce spark without the kill switch connected just from what I noticed in the vid

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Hmm.. I'm going to take a look at that.

[@jackblack2557]

Cause the killswitch produces a load in the circuit in some cases if it's not the right load on the circuit no spark or a burnt wire possibly never know

[@jackblack2557]

Also check the wire to the kill switch to see if there is bare wire touching under or in the handle ok I'm done😂😂

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

You Have a point

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes I didn't look for ground continuity.

[@kreso0]

Compression reading will be higher if you tight that tester properly

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

you are absolutely correct

[@scrappysgarage7404]

John Deere trimmers were made by echo so an echo ignition coil from an echo would work

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I think you're right. Thanks for the comment

[@dominoespizza1756]

Is that type of trimmer really that rare in the states? That type is one of them most common ones found in Australia

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Wow.. here in the states yes its only because its an outdated model.

[@joelsavv2565]

I have JD string Trimmer that has worked without issue since new. This year, it will start and die quickly. New filter, plug, and new gas appeared to be the trick. After a week, it's won't start unless I spray some starter fluid in it and it runs fine...any ideas??? Cool it down, no start without juice???

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

sure, the carb needs to be serviced or replaced.

[@joelsavv2565]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE that's what I ordered, a new carb!! thanks

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no problem

[@ItsCalvin7]

Hey there, I just picked one of these up. Do you know what the fuel mixture is for it? I cannot find a manual anywhere online

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

No I don't but I'd be comfortable using 40:1. If you want to be safer, go with 36:1

[@jeremythiel2550]

Check the flywheel key I. Have the same trimmer and the key was sheaed

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Thank you for the comment I will look into it.

[@scootertuningfl2174]

its a gsmoon motor commonly found on chinese scooters

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Really? I'll have to look that up.

[@scootertuningfl2174]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE www.aliexpress.com/item/32811391567.html

[@scootertuningfl2174]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE thats it it has diffrent clutch cover but same motorthey used them on those ebay trimmers

[@js_1995x]

You could replace the plug.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I'll definitely give it a try.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@Hank Bridges I agree

[@unisol2287]

It’s an antique, but a new one or try to fix another more recent model

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

i would love to fix it but the cost is high

[@colesteffens5402]

Did you ever fix the trimmer?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Unfortunately not yet. Still waiting to see if I can find a suitable replacement.

[@philtorminio7941]

Hey, Do you still have this weed eater? I have one close to it and need the trigger assembly.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yep still got it.

[@philtorminio7941]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE would you be interested in parting it out?

[@dennisgilby6002]

Carb part number?

[@bradleygower7181]

It looks a lot like an echo so you could probably mess around with parts from those machines and see if they work

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes you're right I could find a suitable replacement from them.

[@Marcos-i2e]

I'll fix it slowly cause I have the same one on your video

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

good choice

[@AvtarDade]

I have a t105s model and the choke lever broke off. Does anybody know what echo choke shutter lever that can fit in it ?

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I wish you luck

[@AvtarDade]

Looks like the echo filter housing should work on this John Deere.

[@garofalo1707]

I have a question my Husqvarna 128ld dies after about 3 hours of wide open use it starts right back up. Do you think maybe the coil going bad or the trimmer is just starting to show its age ? It's over 15 years old.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

No, I don't think it't the coil. Only because it wouldn't fire right back up.

[@garofalo1707]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE ok ,thank you i was probably running it to hard and maybe it just got to hot and over heated .

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

@@garofalo1707 no problem.

[@hunter1953]

I wouldn't keep keep it just because of the low compression .

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

that makes sense

[@wespowell2660]

Did u ever rebuild it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

no not yet, parts are expensive right now.

[@wespowell2660]

Did you find anywhere you can order parts for these deeres at i have a xt120 i need to put rings in it

[@SuperMoses29]

I have a xt 105 piston is worn does anybody know where I can get spares it is a 1999 model.the bore is 30mm thickness of piston ring is 1.5mm width is 1.26mm.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

good luck with it, I'll see what I can find.

[@patrickboyd6486]

That looks a lot like an old model home lite trimmer to me and would fix it.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Really? I'll have to look into that. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@SirVivalDotKom]

I have a John Deer trimmer that’s not running. I’d put the money into it and run it until it can’t be fixed anymore.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

good choice

[@leoramirez7583]

I would buy new piston rings and bearings if needed new engine seals and keep it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

That is definitely an option. Thanks for the comment

[@Emergencyfire]

I would put more money into trying to get it fixed.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I think I will. Thank you Ian Carter

[@Emergencyfire]

@@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE No problem any time.

[@gilliland426]

i would keep and fix it.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

nice, if the parts are available and affordable I would too.

[@paulburns3788]

Hello Home garage I won't keep that John Deere weed eater

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

i understand how you feel

[@RandyApril57]

Relay not sure

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I don't blame you

[@joshuavanhoozer1518]

I’d still try to fix it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

trying is fine, it's paying for a $115 part is the issue.

[@joshuavanhoozer1518]

Yikes

[@TecumsehRulesbcserk]

I have seen an even rarer one at my workshop

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

what is it?

[@k-techcowboy4260]

I have 3 just like it. There not rare as it's just a homelite trimmer with different color covers

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

unfortunately, I haven't been able to find the homelite versions either to get parts from.

[@pyrog.c.c89]

That's why you're a mechanic . Fix it.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

True. Thanks for the comment I appreciate it

[@chadmorgan2137]

i got a hole weedeater for sale john deer

[@leafs_editz_1680]

I have one

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

You and me must be the only ones

[@kennethdrown5217]

I'd rebuild it an have a piece of history

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

yes you are right.

[@stevesmith6058]

If it’s free I would fix it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Normally I would but the cost of the replacement part is much higher than anything I've bought before.

[@jeremythiel2550]

I believe it's made by Mitsubishi from what I've heard don't quote me

[@patrickboyd6486]

I have old home-lite trimmer would not surprise me if its a Mitsubishi motor with home lite decals.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

I'll definitely have to do some research.

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

It would be interesting.

[@BenSawyer72]

Repair it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

Yes that's is what I'm planning on doing

[@davidwalker386]

It’s a John Deere so I would fix it

[@INSIDEHOUSEGARAGE]

my thoughts too, thank you David Walker .