Save Money On Repairs With This Easy Trick! How To Store Your Small Engine And It Start Every Time!

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6 ай бұрын

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@Chickanic Ай бұрын

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@libsrdum 6 ай бұрын

I spent several years as a rubber chemist back in the 80’s. Diaphragms and other oil-resistant parts are typically made of Buna N aka Nitrile rubber which is very oil resistant, as a matter of fact, it is too oil resistant, so SBR rubber, which is a sponge where oil is concerned is added to the formulation in order to swell and make up for the ingredients in Buna N which will leach out over time when subjected to oil. A typical specification for Buna N will have a couple of volume change values in different fluids : (gas, motor oil, Jet A, etc. ) at different aging temperatures for 22 hours or longer. A Buna N formula consists of Buna N polymer, reinforcing fillers (typically different types of carbon blacks), process oils which make the rubber more flowable so parts can be made. There are also a myriad of other chemicals: antioxidants, anti-ozonants, plus a cross-linking package that can include cross-linkers, accelerators, retarders , process aids, mold releases, and sometimes a kitchen sink depending on how desperate the chemist is. Putting a pure Nitrile Rubber part in a solvent will leach these ingredients out of the Nitrile, causing the part to shrink and fail in the application. That is a why a “swellable” rubber (SBR) is added. It allows oil or fuel to absorb into the rubber part and make it bigger. It is a balancing act. Someone mentioned using brake clean to rejuvenate brittle parts. You can see why this would work since it is swelling the Buna N, but at the same time it is leaching other ingredients out, changing the physical properties of the part. FWIW

@AL-sb9ch 6 ай бұрын

What would you recommend for membrane protection beside pumping red armor oil thru carburetor?

@libsrdum 6 ай бұрын

@@AL-sb9ch I make up 2 gallons of gas/oil mix at a time and add the recommended amount of Seafoam. I have no idea what the formula for Seafoam is. Given the analytical instruments available today it wouldn't be difficult to determine the formula, but back in the 70's it would have taken a great deal of effort plus the expense of disposable supplies, so none of my crowd did it. I use Seafoam because it was invented in the 1930's before MBA's were invented to look over chemists' shoulders and force them to use the cheapest ingredients available while charging the highest price for their product. Hopefully the new owner will not screw with the formula to save a tenth of a cent per gallon and destroy their long-time good reputation. Think Craftsman. When in doubt, experiment. Save all of your old brittle parts and cut them into parts and soak in different magic juices. Cutting the parts and testing separately means the test pieces all have the same formulation. You may find that different parts respond differently to different solvents. "In God we trust. All others bring data". Mantra of research.

@davidh.8513 6 ай бұрын

I ALWAYS use Sea Foam too. It has a petroleum base that keeps everything nice and pliable. My small engines always start!@@libsrdum

@ExposingReflections 6 ай бұрын

What about Marvel's Mystery Oil mixed in the gas. It's strange stuff.

@paulsharp2725 6 ай бұрын

What about using brake fluid to limber up the diaphragm?

@garyl4701 6 ай бұрын

Ever since the first time I had an issue with bad gas. I started going to the airport and buying a gallon of 100 low lead aviation fuel. I am doing this now for about 25 years. Aviation fuel has the additive where I can sit for unbelievable amount of time and not degrade. Granted, it’s more money than your average gas but well worth it. To use your words to save time and money and frustration.

@doug3819 3 күн бұрын

I use to run it in my dirt bike in the 1980s until the airport owner wouldn't sell it to me any longer. He said it was for planes and that's it.

@garyl4701 3 күн бұрын

@@doug3819 I just drive up to the pump at the airport and buy my gas. They don’t know what I am putting it in

@michaelrockwell9691 6 ай бұрын

I always tell my customers to use ethanol-free gas in their mix. Still, I think they have done something to our gas itself, because it just doesn't smell the same as it used to back in the 90s.

@Chickanic 6 ай бұрын

Absolutely! It does NOT smell even remotely the same.

@mensaswede4028 6 ай бұрын

That’s great if you can get ethanol-free at a pump, but the only supply around here is the canned VP racing 94, which is $28/gallon. At that price, it’s almost cheaper to just rebuild the carb every year.

@allanhitchmoth3099 6 ай бұрын

@michaelrockwell9691 and @Chickanic I'm not a mechanic of ANY kind... just a DIYer (too broke to hire anyone who knows anything...). Even so, I've got to tell you that I've noticed the same thing! Over the years, the smell and actual FEEL of the gasoline has changed! It seems like even the Ethanol-Free stuff leaves a weird film on things. Of course, way back, there was the whole "Leaded" vs "Unleaded" thing going on (I'm 67). But, this is different. I'm wondering if it has anything to do with the fact that A LOT of our petroleum products are now refined outside of the US, and/or the crude oil we've been using up lately (again, from outside the US) is of a poorer quality. (much higher sulfur???) Just something I've been pondering.... Honestly don't know the answer, but, I've noticed the same differences in smell.

@Jaak_the_Belgian 6 ай бұрын

@@Chickanic How difficult is it to get aviation gas? Over here, in Belgium, it is the only source of leaded gas that I know of.

@JeffGrigoletti 6 ай бұрын

yep, I used to local small airport and get their gas $6 a gallon@@Jaak_the_Belgian

@wildbill1313 6 ай бұрын

There is only one reason I hit the like button,it’s because they didn’t put a love 💕 button.You and your videos are awesome ❤❤❤ much love and appreciation.Keep up the amazing work.

@shantyshitter3163 6 ай бұрын

I learned that oil trick from my dad who learned it from his dad. I've been doing that trick all my life without bad issues.

@LeoA2600 6 ай бұрын

I buy ethanol free premium for my small engines. Only just now ran out of the fuel that I bought two springs ago (I didn't intend for it to last two summers, but misjudged it and obviously bought too much). While I did add fuel stabilizer to it last Fall, I think the main reason for the longevity was the lack of ethanol.

@Kiltylake 6 ай бұрын

Hi Bre. Long time auto tech here, now retired. Puttering with two strokes for 50 years has taught me a lot but always willing to pick up a few new tricks. You put on a good and informative show. Often times the old engines that the fuel system is full of oil it isn’t necessarily that oil was placed intentionally. Over the years the gasoline evaporates and leaves the oil residue. Keep in mind that the fuel/oil mix was very heavy often at 16.1 Recently started an old Mccullogh Super Pro 81 that had that situation. A quick cleanup of the fuel system and adding fresh fuel it started up after 3 or 4 pulls. And you are correct, the oil doesn’t seem to affect the carb gaskets.

@bubbaray575 6 ай бұрын

Love those old Macs.

@gunterbecker8528 6 ай бұрын

❤ good point

@carltonmoseley1178 2 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing about the 16.1 deal.And most people years ago used regular motor oil in the gas instead of real 2 cycle oil.And it must have worked great because i have worked on old 1970s saws that fuel lines and diaphrams were fine.

@tommclaughlin1041 6 ай бұрын

I was a small engine mechanic in the 70s-80s. I never kept up with the new machines so im no longer working on them. I would always tell people draining your machine is like leaving a coffee cup on your table when your done. The ring is just like gas in ur carb. gonna leave residue. Im a fan of leaving fuel in because it keeps seals moist. Works for me. Thanks for your input, and Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family. PS........I'm a big fan of Opti for 2 cycles.

@ExposingReflections 6 ай бұрын

OPTI....opti opti opti. (Echos off the canyon walls). I started using Opti in the late '70's fantastic stuff.

@sablatnic8030 6 ай бұрын

I use Aspen, and when storing the machines, I empty their tanks, start them, and let them idle till they stop. I very rarely have problems - last month I used a saw I hadn't used since 2012, and it started and ran as if I had used it last week.

@donnyarmstrong9559 6 ай бұрын

I cant imagine "putting your equipment" away for the season. Out here in the south eastern desert of AZ as soon as a dog pee's anywhere, we will get tumble weeds & all manner of "winter weeds", so the weedeater is used even in the dead of winter 'round here! Living my best La Vida Loca here in southeastern Arizona

@timothyvotaw7517 6 ай бұрын

Great stuff, episode by episode. Guy in his 70's, a lifetime of mechanical experience in timberland, farming, drag and road racing, mo-cycles, and yeah, small engines. Yet I get so much out of your tutorials, even if new slants on older information, all helpful, and the added percs of a good-lookin' woman with a sense of humor, just the right mix of a little sarcasm. 🤙👍

@ShaneZettelmier 6 ай бұрын

This used to be very common, but they used ATF fluid some people call it after run oil‘s, but it’s basically ATF fluid and you run some of it through your carb or over anything you don’t want to rust and it also puts a little down in your cylinders to give it a nice coating of oil And you can store things long-term because even after years if the ATF fluid starts to come up a little as soon as gas hits it, it gets all fluid it again and it’ll smoke a little bit until it burns the oil off but a lot of mechanics restoring old engines will do the same. They’ll just pump a little in the cylinders with a B diesel or two stroke or four stroke to give it some lube and let it soak into the rings, but if you do it in advance, you’re pushing the fuel out and giving it a nice coat of ATF. And advantage of that over oil is you don’t have to worry about filling it up because even if it gets really old and comes up as soon as gasoline hits it, it melts again. Other people I’ve also used castor oil, honestly, I don’t know how it works overtime but I always used after run or ATF.

@garyfreida6504 6 ай бұрын

I just have to say thank you for reminding me of some of the things I had forgotten about. May God Bless you and the family.

@stevenwilkinson8373 4 ай бұрын

Another great video from the no BS lady! I will do this from now on.

@kalebbrown93 6 ай бұрын

Use akylate fuel such as aspen or STIHL Motomix. They will not harm plastics or rubbers when sitting for long periods of time. Run your tank out of normal or rec fuel mix and then fill up with them and start the engine for a bit so it fills all the lines. Then shut it down for winter.

@H2R5GSXR 6 ай бұрын

I am guilty of leaving fuel in 2 strokes. The only exercise I get is getting them started again in the spring. Thanks and Happy Holidays.

@Cougracer67 6 ай бұрын

For those who do not have ethanol free gas in their area, it's easy to make your own. There are KZfaq videos but basically you just add water to the container of gas, which absorbs the ethanol and settles to the bottom of the container. Since water and gasoline do not mix, you just drain off the water/ethanol mix and you're left with pure gas.

@Cougracer67 6 ай бұрын

Oops! Forgot to mention to start with ethanol premium. When you remove the ethanol, octane drops to that of regular gas. This is because ethanol premium is actually regular with ethanol added, and ethanol regular is really cheap gas with ethanol added to raise the octane.

@jimgraham4673 6 ай бұрын

I didn't know this. Very cool.

@81vampirelover 6 ай бұрын

Love your channel!! Please keep helping us all! We girls rock!! GOD BLESS

@Chickanic 6 ай бұрын

Aw! Thanks!

@miketank98 6 ай бұрын

We actually do the same thing, we “flush” the system by priming pure seafoam motor treatment through the fuel system. If you’re going to get something sit for a long time, it may also be advisable to remove the spark plug and spray some seafoam motor treatment into the combustion chamber, and then pull the starter to circulate it. Then pour the excess seafoam back out of the gas tank into a bottle to be used later.

@bluedogron 6 ай бұрын

This is the same as "Fogging" my outboard on my boat. Before it gets put away for the winter I run it and spray the fogging fluid into the intake until it smokes a lot and the engine dies. Next season you add new fuel and fire her up. Smokes like hell for a few minute's but then all id good. By the way... Love all your content.

@georged.sutcliffejr.4489 6 ай бұрын

I have found Sta-Bil 360 Marine to be highly effective! From our 2 & 4 cycle outboards, many chainsaws, lawn mower, weed trimmers, and generators, I've never had a problem. Over winter storage no problem. I make sure fuel tanks are full before storage.

@jatoav8or 6 ай бұрын

1st off I really appreciate your videos. My winterization ritual is to start and run everything (at least) once a month. With multiple chainsaws trimmers augers generators pumps outboards motorcycles & more Just keeping them going is the simplest way to be sure they’re all ready to go. Ethanol Free of course, Washington State.

@meagaindave2049 6 ай бұрын

I'm not a commercial landscaper just a modest homeowner. All my OPE is now battery-powered. Storage issues no longer exist. However, my generator is gas powered and have had regular gas with Sta-Bil in it for over 2 years. I start it about every 6 months. Zero issues. 🤷‍♂️

@darrenbeller5440 6 ай бұрын

Some carbs don't have prime bulbs but transmission fluid works amazing to store 50 trans /50 cycle oil.

@FreshEyeGuy 6 ай бұрын

My best advice for anyone using MIAB is not to rush the process. My last snowblower I picked up for free sat for 2 years with gas in it. Luckily the float bowl had a drain screw. It took about 30 days before the MIAB worked thru to the carburetor. the best part was it actually cleaned out the fuel system. I didn't remove the carb or even the float bowl. I was a small engine tech for 30 plus years and never ran my stuff dry. I have my own potion mix I use for storage, a little mechanic in a bottle, a dash of stabil, dash of Ethanol Shield and dash of Sea Foam. And Bri I enjoywatching your videos and always learn something I didn't know

@frozenfirestix 6 ай бұрын

Good old days when u didn’t even consider running things dry. Things sure have changed, 2 strokes is totally different, but 4 cycle must be run dry nowadays. Like I said times sure have changed

@kevk7769 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the recipe.

@duckflynn3849 6 ай бұрын

I ad 100% regular gasoline to my fuel then I don't have to worry about it. I'm also a small engine mechanic and my equipment starts on the first pull every time every season without running it dry or adding anything to it. Acid gas (ethanol blended hybrid fuel) actually cost you 20% more to run because it's 30% less efficient people think they're saving 10% by buying ethanol blended fuels it's actually costs 20% more because it's 30% less efficient and along with all the other crap that happens because of it.

@andyb2604 6 ай бұрын

I think I’ll try this because I agree that our gasoline is lower quality now because we are getting low quality crude from Venezuela instead of the highest quality from the USA!

@davidrobertson1980 6 ай бұрын

As a mechanic I've seen old cars and I mean relics, brought in on trailers to rejuvenate brakes etc before a full restore and many motors filled right to the top of the rocker covers with oil, always a joy to see these cars come right back in soon after running perfectly for a first free brake check and finding out nothing was needed done to the engines. It was always the car "bought from the old guy" and well looked after. I keep old oil for soaking parts that will sit, in a rag, stops that awful rusty spot you do NOT wanna see on your new (old) valves, camshaft or lifters etc. saying that I HAVE seen some rubber parts turn to MUSH lol

@hahaha9076 6 ай бұрын

Hmm, you solved a few problems I've been having. Cheers.

@waynestefinashen239 6 ай бұрын

Right on Bre a trick for all to remember, they just gotta do it but too many will not. At EP we sell our customers (when they want) a litre can of Kinetix alkylate fuel either the 4 or 2 cycle for storage of their equipment. Once they run it out of fuel they just add enough of this fuel to the tank to get the carb filled with this canned fuel and fire it up for a few minutes then shuter down. We guarantee fire up even if stored for two years. Those that did not want it normally bring their equipment in for a carb cleaning the following year and in 10 years not a single warranty claim for no start conditions.

@bertgrau3934 6 ай бұрын

The oil in the gas tank and carb is a great tip .😊

@bigjohn9536 6 ай бұрын

i use ethanol treatment from lucas oil and have had no issues at all with storing fuel

@johnbutterworth5725 6 ай бұрын

I just want to say: That your hair and eyebrows are always beautiful.

@larryabrams3559 6 ай бұрын

Second time I looked at something like this. First time, guy used auto trans fluid, same info as you, Bre. Keep them coming. HAPPY THANKSGIVING ❤❤❤

@jamesravnikar5622 6 ай бұрын

I always use ethanol free fuel for all my small engines with stabilizer. So far I have had good luck with that

@elewis61 6 ай бұрын

I use only ethanol-free gas for my small engine equipment. I usually store 40-50 gallons of ethanol-free gas for 10-12 months. I then will empty my storage containers into my vehicles and refill the containers for storage. I don't have issues with leaving gas in my equipment. Adding ethanol to our fuel was a terrible idea! Thanks for taking the time to share your knowledge!

@Internutt2023 6 ай бұрын

I started winterizing 4 stroke outboards about 10 years ago by running a mix of gas and stabilizer into the motor for a bit, and then, I put a heavy mix of 2 stroke oil into the fuel, but, I let it run dry and coat the carb and float well, then pull the plugs and spray some fogging oil into the cylinders. Ever since then, the corrosion problems I had in the carb never happened again, and like you said, I just have to run some gas into a bit to get past the oil and smoke.

@steventaylor681 6 ай бұрын

From a loooong time small engine shop owner and mechanic, great advise!

@TVCanT 6 ай бұрын

Any thoughts on Marvel Mystery Oil for this purpose?

@robertgiguere875 6 ай бұрын

This is why I WENT TO ELECTRIC/ battery machines

@cabman86 6 ай бұрын

I have to rebuild the fuel system on my old Poulan chain saw and Bolen's line trimmer. Neither will start and the trimmer will yank the skin off your fingers with the backlash. It's gonna be fun. The chainsaw has been sitting for 15 years.

@czechmate6916 6 ай бұрын

I used to use True Fuel until I had a couple of small engine mechanics tell me the same thing. I’ve been using Red Armor like they said and no issues. I like the tip about using the oil for storage like you mentioned I’m going to start doing that.

@481brighton 6 ай бұрын

Great idea and a great video Bre. I've never done much w/2-strokes but for the past 50 years or so, I run a small amount of auto- trans fluid through my carb on my 4-stroke engines at the end of the season. Squirt some in the fuel line, yank the pull cord several times and it coats the inside of the carb. Always starts at the beginning of the next season. Keep the videos coming Bre and keep us posted on your home shop.

@nstooge 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for your videos. I try to find 1 hero each day… and today you’re it.

@jhrubicon1470 6 ай бұрын

1 cap full of AT-205 for the last 2 or 3 tanks. Keeps rubber nice & soft!

@jamesdoty9993 6 ай бұрын

I love your videos and have benefited greatly!

@Chickanic 6 ай бұрын

Aw! Thanks!

@ronmurray4191 6 ай бұрын

Hey Bre, Thank you for all you do for your viewers! Keep up the great work!

@foxriverpwc4723 4 ай бұрын

Avgas. I've had 5-15 two-stroke jet skis at a time for the past 30 years. First off, I modify my skis (stand ups) with cylinder porting and compression of 200-210psi, so I run them on 100LL avgas. Avgas is technically stabilized to last 2 years, but I've had skis sit for 5+ years, with avgas in the carbs, and they always fire back up perfectly even after sitting 5+ years. I simply leave the avgas in the carbs, siphon the gas tank dry, then fog the motor thoroughly. Never a single issue from storage. I also run a 50% blend of avgas and non-ethanol pump gas in my lawnmower, snowblower, and chainsaw - same deal, zero issues after sitting for long periods of time.

@James....... 6 ай бұрын

Option 3 that has worked well for me for the last decade: ethanol free gas with a little Seafoam. Starts right away in the spring and I've never had any issues.

@TobyChin 6 ай бұрын

Honestly, I've always struggled to find the time to run them dry and that has seemed like such a waste of time and money! I would end up just trying to run the machine once a month or so, even just for a few minutes, but I have still had issues (unsurprisingly). THANK YOU for this tip! Definitely going to use this one for our warm weather small engines as we put them away till spring! Love that there's no waste from this and how fast it is!

@AnotherJonDoe 6 ай бұрын

Some people might be tempted to empty the old storage oil, and mix exactly with 1 gallon of gas, and then useing. This would probably lead to a lean mixture, because your not going to get 100% of the oil back out of the machine. I believe regular motor oil, (not pre-mix oil) might be just as effective for storeing, and could be recycled or disposed of, instead of reusing.

@jameswalker8499 6 ай бұрын

Was a run dry guy not anymore. Thank You!

@jasonroberts5746 6 ай бұрын

To rejuvenate rubber, try AT205. It doesn't work miracles but I had a oil leak around the driveshaft on my riding lawnmower and made a big difference.

@brandongrueser4192 6 ай бұрын

I absolutely love echo red armor 2 stroke oil! It’s kept my saws, trimmers, and blowers going for years now! I’m definitely a believer

@williamcarl4200 6 ай бұрын

Happy to see you settling down in the new set. I am building my first indoor sets, because I love to run them and fixing them is only a means to that end. Not something I ever considered filming like you and Taryl and Mustie and Mick. Love your show and you continue to inspire. Thank you.

@daniel-nx7iz 2 күн бұрын

Thanks for making me feel smart again You Rock

@davidbrimble5759 6 ай бұрын

HI from Canada, we enjoy your channel. Your videos are interesting and informative. Rosemary and Dave.

@rternowski 6 ай бұрын

I was putting in gas treatment. I was going to try running it dry but think i will try your method. Thanks for the tip!

@shrekdog3 6 ай бұрын

Great video I will definitely put oil in my units over the winter and try it thanks

@user-ln1uy2ti2v 6 ай бұрын

"fogging" the carb and cylinder(s) with oil is what I do to my 2 and 4 stroke motors when putting them up. I learned this trick from winterizing my boats motor for many years.

@jeffalvich9434 6 ай бұрын

Yup...... In SoCal my grandparents did that back in the 1950's and 60's...... When we went to blended fuels I the 1970's we used atf to clean the engines in our cars and it lubes and cleans the carbs and valves. Still do that today!

@badbob 6 ай бұрын

Great suggestion. I usually run my stuff dry but I will try your idea. Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours!

@user-ds8db6ec1b 6 ай бұрын

I’ve used Aspen, or trufuel for years. Never an issue. Chainsaw was at the cabin for over 2 years (trufuel). Started right up. Never had an issue. Me thinks someone is tampering with the trufuel. Possibly buying from Home Depot, using it, and returning the can with god knows what in it.

@alanknoll5540 6 ай бұрын

Another awesome video. Very informative. I have an electric chain saw with a 14" bar. It does what I need it to do.

@boerauke 6 ай бұрын

Hello Bre. IN the Netherlands we use Aspen fuel. No ethanol en your equipment starts immediately after not using for 6 months.

@dennisthatcher4384 6 ай бұрын

Thanks from an old 'run it till its dry' guy.(worked unless it didn't).

@cottydry 6 ай бұрын

I buy non ethanol premium, spike it with Marine Stabil and never have an issue. I keep the mix fresh (up to 1 yr) and store it in the coolest location in my shop. Red Armor is my choice for oil but I also use Stihl Ultra.

@dalewiley9208 6 ай бұрын

Yep. I use Husqvarna 50:1 (that claims to include fuel stabilizer) and a different stabilizer (Star Tron) at every refueling. I generally run the engines dry at the end of the season. All fuel lines and primer bulbs have remained pliable. Since it ain't broke I ain't fixing it.

@bkrgi 6 ай бұрын

Project Farm did a test with fuel stabilizers and showed they all did nothing against the issues with ethanol.....Phase separation is the big big problem with ethanol then it is all down hill fast. As long as the fuel is sealed and in a stabile temp it likely will be fine for a while but most systems are vented leading to collection of moisture feeding on itself......slippery slope They want you on e - everything

@alanpringle9376 6 ай бұрын

Hi Bre. Something I learned sometime ago is that for brittle diaphrams is to soak them in brake fluid overnight and they come out as soft as a babies b#m. Give it a try! Also with the other one put it in boiling water and it will soften and straighten. Cheers and have a good day.

@maubunky1 6 ай бұрын

Bre should do a video of experimenting with brake fluid like you said, and any other soaking fluids that people recommend to see which one works best. This brake fluid idea might be worth a try.

@jimbrewer2893 6 ай бұрын

@@maubunky1 What I have found using the brake fluid is that it's only a temporary fix. The diaphragm doesn't stay pliable very long.

@bay9876 6 ай бұрын

Especially this time of year where everybody is putting away their small engine garden equipment. @@maubunky1

@carnold.knowledge 6 ай бұрын

Brake Fluid also has worked for me

@MUUKOW3 6 ай бұрын

Diaphragms are so cheap why bother ? Kinda like rinsing toilet paper to reuse it !

@bryongriffey2633 29 күн бұрын

I found out today you were on utube enjoying your work

@aldeal3793 6 ай бұрын

Have seen other small engine mechanics do the same thing with transmission fluid with the same results.

@douglasbasinger2513 6 ай бұрын

Good info about how the engine and fuel system works. Would make a good video to show the different types of fuel systems on say two-strokes, four strokes and the like. Thanks.

@michaelweatherhead9470 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for the information Bre ❤❤❤.

@Chickanic 6 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching!

@wxfield 6 ай бұрын

Chickanic - We've been using ATF for the "oil" in this trick here on our farm for the past ~70 years. I have a 70 year old Sears Craftsman chainsaw that belonged to my grandfather..it was sitting from 1997 to 2023 with ATF in it. I was able to put fresh mix in this summer, pull the mix through and it started right up. Just confirming this trick works and has been working for years for us.

@TheReal1953 6 ай бұрын

I watched a British vid where the guy soaked his diaphragms in brake fluid. He showed it at the various time stages....takes a few days for really stiff ones. He said though it was only temporary and not a permanent fix. He implied that once they get really stiff, you'll never fully restore them but they can work again.

@jasonfitzpatrick414 6 ай бұрын

I locked up a hedge trimmer with True Fuel. Great advice. I wonder if car collectors or the military fill their engines with oil to protect them while in storage. Now I know how to store my gear.

@bertgrau3934 6 ай бұрын

I had an antique Cadillac 1976, in the winter I would add a quart of ATF to a full tank of gas would run it for 5-10 miles, park it and never had any problems starting/running the next spring. I used a battery tender to keep the battery fully charged as well.

@ExposingReflections 6 ай бұрын

I remember when that model came out. Guess I'm going to have to tell the ladies I'm a "collectable Vintage".

@joetinsley7322 6 ай бұрын

You rock! I've always run dry and had good results. However, I have always been concerned about the bad fuel residue. It never occurred to me to do what you just suggested, but it makes perfect sense! I will do this from now on! Thank you for all that you do 👏 Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family ❤

@jeffcarpenter5147 6 ай бұрын

4:03 🌺

@Laser3303 6 ай бұрын

When working on a saw without a primer, I have found that the carb will 'prime' way faster and more easily--if you take the plug out, run switch 'off', throttle at idle (closed) and pull the starter cord without all that compression working against you. Lower crankcase pulse to the carb will be just as it always was, but without all the resistance.

@offroadnut 6 ай бұрын

I am a homeowner but I buy commercial quality equipment. I go to a Sunoco gas station and purchase 10 gallons a year of 110 octane race gas. Not only does it smell great coming out of the exhaust, it never gives me problems when sitting for a while. The current cost is $13-$14 per gallon. I also use Stihl ultra synthetic 2 cycle oil. This combo is a lot cheaper than the premixed crap that is available at most outdoor stores

@MountainrunnerTn 6 ай бұрын

Another great video! I’ve been contemplating winterizing my “fleet” of small engines and now you’ve motivated me to get with it. You’re the best!,,

@shannonwhitaker9630 6 ай бұрын

Yeah I’ve got a bunch of 2-cycle equipment that I store myself. I use a quart of oil to treat multiple engines. Pour in quart, pump oil into carb, use funnel and pour oil out tank back in to quart bottle. I repeat this process using just that one quart of oil until they are all done. For “short term” over the winter storage I don’t find it’s necessary to leave a bunch of oil multiple tanks. To me the objective has been achieved once oil is in the carb and the fuel line/primer line/filter has been coated with oil.

@ThierryC2373 6 ай бұрын

Very educational, Champion recommends in its log splitter's handbook to use fuel stabilizer and pour ½ Oz of oil in the cylinder for long term storage. They say to use the recoil slowly to distribute the oil in the cylinder.

@RMartin631 6 ай бұрын

Sta-bil makes fogging oil which works very well for long term storage. You spray it into the carb for about 10 seconds and then shut the engine off. Remove the spark plug and spray it into the cylinder for about 3 seconds. I learned about fogging oil from Evinrude when I bought a brand-new 40 HP for my 14 foot BW.

@matthewtaylor2185 6 ай бұрын

I've been putting a bottle of red armor in the gas tank of old tractors for storage. I notice the float never sticks and I don't have starting issues. Central Kentucky here, your mileage may vary.

@DHMeister 2 ай бұрын

I have been throwing Stabil in my mower after letting it run dry. I give the cord a few pulls and let the mower sit. I've had this particular mower for 24 years (Poulan) and it was sitting unstarted for 5 years. I decided to see if it would run, so I out in some gas and pulled. She started right up and has been running ever since. Now I do the same thing with my edger, weed wacker (I know), and leaf blower, and so far so good after 20 years.

@Rick_Kn 6 ай бұрын

You can do the same thing with your four stroke equipment using automatic transmission fluid. Works great for generators that get used infrequently.

@AAa-qd8hb 6 ай бұрын

Please give me a brand of ATF that you trust to work for 4 cycle generators storage. Thank you.

@Rick_Kn 6 ай бұрын

Not sure it matters. I used whatever I have.

@AAa-qd8hb 6 ай бұрын

@@Rick_Kn Thanks for the update.

@Rick_Kn 6 ай бұрын

@@AAa-qd8hb do a KZfaq search for Long Term Generator Storage. Should be the first video that pops up.

@hurlburtfamcamp6476 6 ай бұрын

Great tip Bre, Thanks!!! Im a run-dryer, but I only use non ethanol, and dump it into the truck after 2 weeks if not used up. I have yet to have a problem, but think this is a great idea for longer term storage! If a unit does not have a prime button can a large syringe be used to push oil up the lines?

@noelmaher2301 6 ай бұрын

I live in ireland and am around chainsaws since my teens, I find your advise very helpful and will be a regular viewer.

@larryweiss7170 6 ай бұрын

What a great idea. Thanks.

@Willy12927 6 ай бұрын

Great video. I have never heard of running oil through carburetor, but makes a lot of sense. 60 years ago whenever I bought my first chainsaw the dealer told me to never run the saw dry before storing. To this day I still follow this suggestion, plus I use ethanol free gas, change it out every year and start it at least every six months even though I don't use it to cut any more for cutting because of its' weight and and high compression which make the pull more than these 76 year arms can handle.I have only rebuilt the carb3 times.

@matthewbeaver5026 6 ай бұрын

I can only imagine they told you not to run it dry. Hoping you were using ethanol fuel. So they would have maintenence work in the spring.

@Willy12927 6 ай бұрын

having only having to rebuild carb 2 03 three times must mean I am doing something right.@@matthewbeaver5026

@ExposingReflections 6 ай бұрын

Back when we were kids starting out, there was no Ethanol in fuel. Only lead. And the fuel lasted 6 months or more

@elbofos3365 6 ай бұрын

Great tips in regard keeping the oil mix in there to rest this machines. Also, I used to use true fuel until I saw your videos and started to use RedArmor. My machines works better and faster with no issues. Thanks!

@elbofos3365 6 ай бұрын

In addition, I love the video where you show us how to start chainsaw. My chainsaw start real quick with your tips and I havent miss it. For all of those that own a chainsaw is a must watch video!

@Jamie-wayne 6 ай бұрын

I’m from Arkansas and now live in Wilmington North Carolina. It’s awesome to see someone from my home state with an amazing shop that actually carries common parts you need. I run chainsaws like all day everyday and here your lucky if they have files. They have to order everything. So now I just order everything myself. Thanks for the links and part numbers.

@jackpierik3017 6 ай бұрын

Simply put: thanks. Your advice is cutting into your financial future: yet, you still share the truth. Keep it up! God bless you: J 7:12

@matty3507 6 ай бұрын

hey Bre, For many years here in the UK once I finish a season with either 2 or 4 cycle and 4mix engines is fill and run with synthetic petrol called Aspen so far I haven't experienced any issues even after a couple of years without any use. Love all the stuff you put on youtube.

@MakeitZUPER 6 ай бұрын

Great presentation as always. I'm glad you mentioned terminology. You keep referring to your borescope/inspection camera as an endoscope. Endoscopes are medical versions and although similar, they are quite different. Endo's can be disassembled for sterilization. Inspection cameras, not so much, lol. Every time you mention "Endo", I have to wonder where it's been, lol.

@Chickanic 6 ай бұрын

I've always called it that, because that is what the company calls it in all of their listings. Here is a link. amzn.to/3QJcnQn

@MakeitZUPER 6 ай бұрын

@@Chickanic I don't actually care about it. A friend of mine works in the sterilization dept. of a hospital and after hearing of a Dr,s office that never sent there's in for cleaning in years, just the word is cringy to me, lol. It is not a reflection on you at all. If you didn't mention terminology, I wouldn't have mentioned it.