Check Your Chainsaw Piston and Cylinder For Scoring

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6 жыл бұрын

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@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

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@amirulmallick9602 3 жыл бұрын

Hii

@amirulmallick9602 3 жыл бұрын

Hello

@amirulmallick9602 3 жыл бұрын

Bolo

@THPOOKY Жыл бұрын

Steve gives out literal tons of free valuable information years on end, then apologizes lol. Truly a gem of a human being.

@martinstreeworks3310 4 жыл бұрын

Steve another good quick point to include in this video is mentioning the two most common reasons piston/cylinder scoring and seizure happen and that is number #1 bad mix or straight gas, this will toast an engine immediately but the second reason is much less known and it happens gradually over time and it is number #2 cold start n use, never fire up a saw and immediately start cutting with it because the exhaust side of the piston heats up and expands much quicker than the cylinder and if you go wide open throttle under load when it is still cold you will get metal to metal contact between the exhaust side of the piston/cylinder which will cause micro scoring each and every time you do that so when starting up a saw let er warm up for a good 15 seconds or more before ever touching wood, the better warmed up it is before starting the cutting the less immediate wear happens on these parts and believe it or not if you properly warm up these engines before cutting many times they will last 5,10 and maybe even more years under heavy use. Good quality mix 40 to one and proper warming up period will help make a saw engine last a very very long time, given that it is a brand name to start with such as Stihl, Husqvarna, Echo, etc etc.

@fishnewhere387 6 жыл бұрын

Love your channel! "I won't mention Rick's name" haha

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Buddy..

@CALVINLNIKONT 6 жыл бұрын

Well ... he didn't say his last name but it's a fairly small area. Still funny!

@Napsterdell 5 жыл бұрын

lol

@markatkinson9963 3 жыл бұрын

Ha!!!!!!

@amirulmallick9602 3 жыл бұрын

Hii

@johnbernstein203 6 жыл бұрын

Steve... that was an excellent presentation, clear, precise, and easy to understand. The photography was spot on! Thanks for another great video,

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks John...

@clubdetennisdolbeau-mistas5971 6 жыл бұрын

Wow! You`re a real professional, not only in mechanics, but as a presenter...thumbs up my friend. Really educational and your pictures are awesome. Keep up the good work.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@AldoSchmedack 3 жыл бұрын

200% agreed with that comment.

@pazuzutru-truluv7094 4 жыл бұрын

I owe you a beer 🍺 I thought my Stijl MS 181 was fried and watched your video on how to start taking it apart. We were just about to buy a new one tomorrow for £315 a so I thought I had nothing to lose in taking it apart. Went to take the spark plug out to check the piston like you instructed and found the spark plug had worked it’s way loose and was just flopping about. Tightened it up with my fingers and it started straight up. Seems that you have saved me £315 - I guess that’s about $500. Thank you from the UK 🇬🇧

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@aerospot2 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you are doing a 101 class on these little engines. A lot of folks just need the basics to get started. I've saved money and equipment through my learning career. And you have taught me many things about these small 2 strokes I should have known, but didnt... Thanks!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@alandrake3635 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for this! It happens that my two saws are exactly the makes and models as your examples. And the Poulan is calling for exactly the inspection you describe, so super timely! This was the most useful 14 minutes I've spent in quite a while!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

Right on...

@martymcgill1312 5 жыл бұрын

"Everyone knows where the muffler is ... it's where the smoke comes out." LOL, I died after hearing this.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

Right on...

@dennisnarayan4914 3 жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful Mr. Steve. Awesome videos. You've explained it so plainly, that you make a perfect teacher. I've learnt so much while watching your videos on 2 stroke engines. Now I'm able to repair, restore and troubleshoot weedeaters. Thanks to you. God bless you 😊

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks!

@waynestefinashen239 4 жыл бұрын

Can't believe we did not watch this video sooner, great thing to bring to the attention of your subscribers and others watching. A tip from Eliminator Performance always check the head bolts on the cylinder head also. We have had a number of chainsaws that would not start only because they were losing compression from loose head bolts and even had one chainsaw where one head bolt had come completed unseated and fallen out. This is now standard procedure on all two stroke equipment since it appears the vibration has caused these head bolts to loosen off.

@ryanbrooks3443 5 жыл бұрын

Your channel is the best that I've found when it comes to this!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

Right On...

@matthewsharp6597 6 жыл бұрын

Not gonna mention Rick’s name, lol..... love it...

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

hehe

@MikeTatman Жыл бұрын

Hahaha

@ChickaWoofRanch 6 жыл бұрын

excellent advise! I'm over from the channel BC Truck... he was gushing over your channel today. Keep up the good work!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy...

@blutynec 6 жыл бұрын

You have saved me a ton of money and headaches, and your videos are very entertaining. You also introduced me to Buckin's channel. Thanks Steve! You are a great man!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@elioselectric468 4 жыл бұрын

The Walkers are absolute geniuses with engine work. Long time no see, hope all is well with you and the family Steve! Stay safe out there

@AldoSchmedack 3 жыл бұрын

Trying to help fix a buddies Stihl. Service said it had “scored pistons” so I thought I’d learn more. Knowledge is power^3. This is such an awesome video. I do engineering of several types (electrical and electronic) but I don’t know engines except basics. This was an awesome watch! Subscribed immediately. I love you Canadians! From Iowa USA! 🇺🇸 🇨🇦

@AldoSchmedack 3 жыл бұрын

BTW if they would get the bright idea to plate those pistons and sleeves with PVD, TiAlN or TiN that would never ever happen ever. I’m surprised no one does that with today’s technology. It wouldn’t add much cost and would save them a ton on warranty’s and us too after it runs out.

@andreyzagoruyko5390 Жыл бұрын

One of the most helpful vids I've ever seen on this topic. Deciding whether to toss some stuff that has only 50psi. THANK YOU!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@michaeldougfir9807 4 жыл бұрын

Well Steve I have no complaint. Your videos benefit so many of us, plus the entertainment value. Besides I don't think this video was out of sync. Everything you just showed us is material I received from you before... some here and some there. So I am happy. Just kerp doing what you have been doing. Oh and thanks for having your neighbour Smith on your show. I am reorganizing a very small shop. I drill all my ax handles so they can be put on a nail and not laying around. After watching you and BRS I said, "I can hang axes too!"

@robertjennings5558 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks! I just got an old chainsaw yesterday. Even if out doesn't work I'd like to experiment with it. I saw your other video first where you referred to this one and I'm glad I watched it. Thanks a million.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@homers7777 5 ай бұрын

Steve. Thanks for explaining things in simple terms. The speed that you talk and the way you deliver your videos is exceptional. Im currently learning small motors and my instructor make this video so hard to comprehend. If your ever in Australia... beers on me.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@robertchall8576 Жыл бұрын

Good tip I bought a tester 40 years ago to use on a car motor it is worth the money to check saws and blowers with.

@woodfinchcrafts7267 5 жыл бұрын

Watched this a few days too late for me (I bought a new carb which did nothing)...but great video. Far more insight than 99% of what I looked at before. Only thing I can add is hold the rope and see how slowly the saw drops - I can't even pick mine up. That will give some idea of the compression

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

Right on Buddy...

@hulkhuggett 4 жыл бұрын

This is by far one of your greatest videos. Bravo!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@MissouriOzarkHillbilly 4 жыл бұрын

I currently have a 5 month old Husqvarna 395XP in my shop with a completely destroyed piston. Actually found pieces of the piston in the muffler. I'm pretty sure this one is worth fixing. Wrist pin needles are good, crankcase innards look and feel good.

@kkutube1972 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, I did waste 4 hours trying to start. Will be buying another chainsaw and this this for parts.

@doorguru168888 5 жыл бұрын

I bought a very nice MS271 locally that had no compression for 100.00, found an excellent piston, cylinder and crank with very low (2) hours on ebay for 120.00 and now I have a very nice chainsaw. For a little more, I probably could have bought a used MS271 online, but then I wouldn't know it's history or what shape the cylinder was in, plus the shipping would have drove the price up. The old cylinder that I removed is probably salvageable too, so I can use it for another build. BONUS: It was fun doing the repair and it brought me satisfaction! (looks like that bad cylinder on your bench is from a MS271).

@malvernmascal6761 2 жыл бұрын

Steve I think you are the best I wish I could fix weed whacker and lawnmower like you

@joncanary4778 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, looking down a 266 SE right now. Fells like really low comp. but fun to fix the old one up. Cheers, Jon

@Luggiefrank 4 жыл бұрын

A big thanks all the way from Scotland. Long story short you educated me enough to fix my chainsaw, luckily i think I'd added too much oil to the mix, piston was still in good condition, changing the fuel and cleaning spark plug done the job.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Nice work!

@kirk326 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much for this video Steve. Was very helpful in more than one diagnosis. Thanks again for putting it up and spending your time !

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@ScottTheCoffeeGeek 4 жыл бұрын

Saved me hours of fiddle farting with this video. Thanks! In 5 minutes I had diagnosed a heavily scored piston with this video! Well done

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You`re Welcome...and Thank You...

@bruceparr1678 5 жыл бұрын

If you have a scored piston but the rings have not become stuck you can restore some of the compression by running 30 to 1. They will often run for a long time and give good power if you cannot afford a top end kit.

@markbaker1843 Жыл бұрын

Sounds reasonable as have actually poured a little 1/4 - 1/2 tsp. regular motor oil through the spark plug hole of a saw with scored cylinder. Will temporarily increase the compression enough for the saw to start. More of a troubleshooting method for us home hacks who don't have fancy compression testers, scopes, do not want to tear the muffler off for a look inside. Reason being of course when the saw stops will not restart without given another dose of oil.

@mikemitchell9157 Жыл бұрын

@@markbaker1843you need a compression tester every small engine I've ever touched other that those ezstart caps lol. They all have a very hard pull you feel every stroke of the piston chainsaw and other hand helps should hang when you hold em by the pull chord. If it don't hang then it doesn't have compression

@tribejones4856 5 ай бұрын

Dad you mean on this little hanging technique could you explain more please😊

@lagoonrd4173 5 жыл бұрын

About that time when I sit down and open a cold one, this is the best show for that! Always good content! I’d like to see one and hear your opinion on over bore kits for pro series saws.

@deblawson1575 5 жыл бұрын

Hey retired firefighter here and I really enjoy your channel. I know my saw enjoy's you also, lol. Take care and God bless

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@leathamccloud3968 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, you just verified what was told me yesterday about my remington chain saw.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Good to hear

@John_D2 6 жыл бұрын

I've heard Walker's Saw Shop is legendary , I'd love to visit on vacation one day. Love your vids Steve , thanks.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks buddy. Im working on a Walkers video as we speak....

@johnbernstein203 6 жыл бұрын

I am really looking forward to a Walkers video!

@gulfcoastlumbermonticello2827 Жыл бұрын

Great videos man...I catch myself watching a lot of them here at work and even at home out in my shop while I'm tinkering around. Thanks again and keep 'em coming for us here in North Central Florida! 🍻

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@michaelmartin8630 4 жыл бұрын

Really good explanation Steve on how to determine a compression issue. I really liked your informative video. Obviously you look at this from a small engine mechanic's viewpoint on what a customer should pay to repair a machine versus just buying a new one. But this video didn't really help me with what I was hoping to learn. I have a Sthil HC56C hedge trimmer. I already know I have a bad piston and I know that it is not cost effective to pay my local dealer to repair it. But I want to repair it myself. I already have the replacement piston and cylinder. I was hoping to find a video that actually shows the DIY way of replacing a piston. No knock on your video. It was great for what it was but it came up short for what I was looking for. You obviously know what you are doing! Peace Brother!

@brianlocal3 2 жыл бұрын

This is golden!!! I just lost out on $50 dollars for this. Couldn’t figure out what was going on. BAM!! I just so happen to miss this video snd found it late

@jamiehilliard1300 5 жыл бұрын

I have the same ms 230 you have, I had it 10 years now, I just changed the plug in it the first time this summer, it runs perfect no issues, I use Sthil oil and premium fuel and I cut 5-6 cords of wood every year, I guess doing maintenance will make a saw last a long time.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

Right on...

@laurijorgenson6683 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and teaching us so well.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome...

@RG-wy1ol 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Steve I will definitely put my dad’s chainsaw on the compression tester it’s definitely scored but still runs .

@grin64 6 жыл бұрын

You made it very easy for me. Thanks Steve

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@Atontechbrokers 4 жыл бұрын

Great video thank you! Now I know what to look for. I’m running in to the issue of my chainsaw not starting, it does when it’s choked, but when I give it gas it dies. Or it would rev real high then die. I found your other video of the “crickly” diaphragm fuel filter that I could also check.

@lukep6017 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice VIDEO

@outdoors5352 2 жыл бұрын

10:47 "I'm not going to mention Rick's name" 😂

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

LOL!

@thienthaitran 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Steve. Keep up the good work. Making the world a better place one video at a time ! Thien - From Hamilton Canada

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, will do!

@jimsmith2601 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve.... if shops usually spend only 5 mins to determine if something is worth fixing or not then why do they charge 30 mins to 1 hr MINIMUM for their shop time just to look at it? You walk in the door already knowing you have to pay them 30 mins to 1 hr for their time but their time is only in reality 5 mins. Doesn't seem fair but thank you for helping us out and saving us money by telling us what to do BEFORE taking it to the shop. Keep up the great videos my friend !!!

@kelton5020 2 ай бұрын

It's because between the bookwork, and meeting with you when picking up and dropping off, it always takes more than just 5 minutes of time.

@michaelphillips8055 2 ай бұрын

you are eat up with it

@jeffery19677 5 жыл бұрын

Saw this video before. Had to come back to get the link to the compression tester.. :-) Thanks!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@paulbjork4762 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all the great tips on troubleshooting small engines. I have a husky 570XP that runs fine, piston and cylinder looks fine. I was curious about compression so I got a tester... Pulled and pulled, came up zero. Thought maybe the tester was bad. I broke out my 40 year old craftsman press on tester. I was able to make 25lbs...I knew that the crank seals were good.. my suspect was the decomposition valve. I pulled it and found the rod was bent, so it would not make a solid seal. Must of been enough to run, but I’m sure it would have caused a major problem if not addressed. New valve is on order. Thanks again for the money saving tips. Guys with big saws with the Decomposition valve need to check that it is functional properly during the compression test.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@oz7245 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve for How to fix a chainsaw that wont start & laying it out in order. I got a free chainsaw that was 20+ years old, wouldn't start So found your site... after putting a carb kit in it. Checked the cylinder & piston & they were worn with about 70Lbs of compression. Went through the rest of your steps just for fun & realized I still have a lot of good parts for another project . Thanks again.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@nightshade2021 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this presentation. It was extremely helpful

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@Paulrusheed 6 жыл бұрын

Steve! Like the videos. Big help. Pistons look good on my 2 saws. Stihl ms 250 and husqvarna 41. Neither is running right. Going to keep watching your videos. Thanks

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome...

@Sparky-pk6fh 3 жыл бұрын

Hay Steve I love your videos and your whole beer thing. You are a very knowledgeable person and I want to thank you for all your help,,, ok quick story family member dropped off three chainsaws so bought three carbs. Change carbs one can’t get started other runs very erratic even after tuning. Moral of story two bad pistons lol. Thanks again Steve

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@ronaldnoonan8295 4 жыл бұрын

Happy belated birthday sir!! Humbly thanking you for these!!

@peterzenner2020 3 жыл бұрын

This is great. Appreciate the fact that I didn't know that the piston (without oil) would get hot enough to melt and bind the rings... in addition to scoring,

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@denispominville4767 6 жыл бұрын

A big thank you, you save me Time and a lot of money. Your explainations are very clear.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@paulwilk69 3 жыл бұрын

Just started a side business to my garden maintenance job fixing 2 stroke machines , first mistake on my first customer buying a carb kit when its piston is shot . I can get it to run at full speed but wont idle at all . Lesson learnt , 1st check : compression . Thank you .

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@eshskis1 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve ! great lighting and camera skills..

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...and Thank You...

@kipblack7196 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the great informational video. VERY helpful!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@chrssl7511 4 жыл бұрын

From now on, I pop a cold one before start working on a project, cheers 🍻

@danieleells1276 4 жыл бұрын

Great work Scotty good information!!

@duaneplant6603 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, Thanks for all the info. Now have to decide if I am going to try and repair the free! Stihl MS311 that I was given in a bucket! Really came in a 5 gallon bucket! At 79 I have time and energy to try it. Might be fun!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Go for it!

@robertsimard735 4 ай бұрын

Great video Steve. Thanks for sharing.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@press2701 6 жыл бұрын

Nice! My old neighbour gave me his 'old' Poulan 36cc woodshark, said it "was crap". I know nothing about saws, but free is hard to beat. And it came with a chain sharpening kit. Saw the fuel lines were cracked up. Spent 6$ and 6hrs to fix (3hrs of how to get lines through those tiny holes, 2hrs figuring out they were in wrong to begin with). Used you 'chain oil spray' test (1hr to clean the blade), now oiler works. Tensioned like you said (blade held up). Oh boy, I never checked the piston. I'm running out to the garage right now... wish me luck!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

GOOD LUCK BRUTHA....

@doorguru168888 5 жыл бұрын

Before trying to get the hose in the holes, I make sure I have an inch or so of excess hose and garb the end and stretch it until it is slightly pointed. (Heating it helps) ,or slice the hose with a razor longways then push it far into the tank, then I am able to garb it with needle nose pliers.

@kenk3102 3 жыл бұрын

....great DIY video Steve......thanks for posting....I am currently restoring a classic Stihl 026 that was never taking care of properly....I took off the muffler and looked at the piston...it has a little scuffing, but not bad and the rings are free...moveable.....I took your advice and ordered a compression gauge...waiting on delivery....I'm hoping the reading is over 100 psi, but if not, I will replace the cylinder and piston....thanks again for a great video that gives me the confidence to do this myself...keep the videos coming.. :)

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on Kenny!

@bobhenderson4072 5 жыл бұрын

Good advice Thank you

@jimb4978 4 жыл бұрын

I am presently replacing purge bulb & fuel lines on my Poulan 4018 chainsaw & I did observe the piston & cylinder through the exhaust & looks to be in good condition as you showed in your video. The pullcord test is also hard enough to pull so compression should be acceptable, but I will also look into getting a pressure gauge.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Good stuff

@winstonclarke9221 6 жыл бұрын

Steve, that was a great piece of information very knowledgeable Thanks.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@mikebidus7166 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice , as always. Please keep them coming.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@kenstaring6257 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much. I learned a lot and it will save me time and possibly money on trying to get a 30 yr old chainsaw running.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

You're welcome, and good luck...

@kenstaring6257 6 жыл бұрын

The saw looks brand new. The pull handle does move the piston up and down. In fact, the thing tries to pull your arm out of it's socket when the cord retracts. So my next step now that it's warmer, is to give it a shot of starter fluid and try it again. But, from what I have read- if anything is subject to failure it's the "solid state" part of the saw. I'm guessing that the solid state part is the ignition. So we'll see, but I agree with you, I'm not giving up on the saw until it proves to be too expensive to repair.

@TheJeepxj17 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you brother, good video. I wish to gain all your knowledge one day. I work on a lot of small engines

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Right on brother, glad I can help...

@garyintelisano984 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video Steve. Really informative! Learned alot.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@TimsWorkshopTJY 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, yes checking the compression is one of the first things to test in my Mercury Outboard service manual. It states if the compression is not correct to address it before proceeding on. That too is if the owner wants to spend the money fixing it? Good video. Cheers🍺

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Tim...

@VE1AXC 6 жыл бұрын

good one Steve.....compression compression compression, #1 thing to check on any engine.....2 and 4 cycle.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@leehotspur9679 3 жыл бұрын

Another great tutorial Thanks for sharing Steve Much appreciated Mate

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Very welcome

@harmonicresonanceproject Жыл бұрын

Extremely helpful. Thanks.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

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@69spaniel 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic and informative video Steve, appreciate it

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

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@tmackie1694 3 жыл бұрын

Aloha and thank you. Just ordered the compression tester you recommended 😊

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

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@6900pilot 2 жыл бұрын

Hey steve i just checked my year 2000 stihl 029 super through the spark plug and its as smooth as a whistle inside. Thank you for this video.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

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@thersten 4 жыл бұрын

Any thoughts or experience with the cheap aftermarket Piston and ring kits on Amazon? I can't find Stihl oem parts.

@ilycius7963 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve. Excellent information.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

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@rorymclean7545 6 жыл бұрын

why are your videos always so good? haha thanks for the new video they always help out and i always learn a lot

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Nice compliment Rory! Thanks so much...

@dfields9511 5 жыл бұрын

Good reminder I always use ethanol free fuel mixed at 40:1 for my 2 cycle engines. And always use synthetic 2 cycle oil.

@toonybrain 5 ай бұрын

Excellent video on multiple levels.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 ай бұрын

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@markharris4260 Жыл бұрын

Great video !! You are absolutely right 👉 if the piston and or the cylinder wall is scored up 👆 then don't bother with it unless you are going to fix that problem before you do anything else! I have a poulan just like the one you showed on here , it looks new but the side of the piston by the exhaust is slightly scored up , also have a red craftsman chainsaw just like the poulan and it cranks and revs up but low compression , and it's quirky like it don't wanna idle , then you have it on the ground after cranking it and letting it warm up , revving it up 👆 some and you pick it up off the ground to walk to the tree and it dies !!!??? I'm thinking low compression and bad crank seals or air leak at base gasket or carburetor intake boot ! Bottom line for a chainsaw to run properly the case must be leak free and the cylinder piston must be in almost brand new condition also of course the carburetor must be adjusted and working properly , sounds like a no Brainer but actually the seals can be the culprits a lot of the times ! Now for some cheap aftermarket piston cylinder kits !

@stefanodogg280 5 жыл бұрын

Top flight and to the point presentation. Subscribed

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

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@orrfamily641 5 жыл бұрын

Killer presentation, ya did it again, tks

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 5 жыл бұрын

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@zippy4185 2 жыл бұрын

No BS, no nonsense. great vid. Thx.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Right on Ed! You're Welcome...

@timralston6379 2 жыл бұрын

Great video as always, Steve! hmmmm, wish I'd seen this video a week ago before ordering that full carb replacement/fuel lines (only $20 though). After pulling apart the engine, major scoring, stuck piston rings. Learned a lesson about the adequate feel of the pull rope and compression. Not fully sure why it failed, maybe raw fuel. Now, should I spend about $70-$80 on a cylinder and piston kit for a $180 tool?

@warped2875 6 ай бұрын

That yellow saw right there, you keep poulan and poulan on the rope, ...and it still won't start! 😆🤣😆😁

@vincentsgardens870 6 жыл бұрын

Really good video there av just done a carb partially rebuild on my 17 year old stihl 320l blower and av not checked that a never thought am learning as a go I have however checked spark so before a refit the carb am hoping it will be ok am going to get a compression tester watched a lot of videos on you tube but yours R far the best also love it wen you say any beer will do or am useing Budweiser today just great !!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks very much Johnny and cheers from Canada....

@budemerson1243 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely this bet info I got this month, Thanks Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 4 жыл бұрын

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@stevehood79 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! Thanks!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You...and You're Welcome...

@JeffsLittleEngineService 6 жыл бұрын

Good job dude! It seems like no one will work on 2 strokes anymore here in the Pacific Northwest where I live.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 6 жыл бұрын

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@rogervonschleusingen4603 3 жыл бұрын

THANK-YOU VERY MUCH STEVE....STAY AWESOME !!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Rock on!

@thebradleysoncatbirdhill6849 6 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve! Do you have any general approach for handling a seized chainsaw? I have read putting Kroil or PB Blaster in the jug via the spark plug hole or the exhaust port, letting it sit for a day or so. Love to know your thoughts. Thanks!!!