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I admire your ability to repair stuff. You present yourself in a positive way and we learn things that I have never seen before. God bless you!

You ARE very good and very skilled young lady , thanks for helping all the people you do , even me and I'm 76 machinist and been repairing mowers for years and still learn from your video's . This world needs more young lady's like you .

Thx Bre. I appreciate your troubleshooting process. It is especially valuable to hear the sequence of operation and how a condition affects the next stage. Honestly, there are a number of other channels that show care of small engines and equipment. None have the simple, down to earth plain talk way of explaining things and that, I think is the secret to your success. Your normal way of speaking about a problem or condition is easy to understand and follow. You are not haughty or arrogant as some others are. I grew up jamming the mower blade with a block of wood so I could remove it form that old 5Hp B&S with the big rear wheels. I tried cutting firewood in my teens fighting a McCollough saw. Barnacle Parp's Chainsaw Guide book was a huge help. History of saws from 1927 with Stihl, evolution, care, chain, etc. Parp's book taught using a gauge to fil down those depth gauge/ rakers in front of the teeth and to file the hook in the drives. The gauge also doubled as a bar slot rake. There were no roller bars. The pulp wood cutters in SC all used Husky's with a bow bar. Great for limbing and small diameter wood but a PIA. Would like to see when and how you do pressure and vacuum testing. Please, please, please- tell me you have a low level unlisted carbon monoxide monitor in any areas you are running gas engines. As a certified CO analyst and instructor let me assure you running an engine even within 25 feet of a building with openings can cause CO poisoning. Opening doors does very little to help and can actually make it worse. Those store bought junk do NOT protect against poisoning- they are death alarms only. I can send you info. but do your research. As a retired paramedic, allow me to assure you symptoms only come very late when you're already in trouble. Meanwhile, please use fans exhausting across your work area. Bob

Enjoy learning small engine repairs from your video's. Very knowledgeable. Keep up the very good work that you and your family do. Thanks again.

Thanks for being you! No question here... Mr. Chicanic is a lucky dude, y'all keepa postin' and we'll keepa watchin' Love watching this channel grow!

Best looking small engine mechanic of all time. Keep up the good work.

Dear lady you have no idea how much you have helped this Old man out,.. I’ve bought used gas powered tools at great prices knowing that something on it needs repairing,.. with your help I have repaired many items for little or no cash,.. now I’ve always got tools,.. my wife got me started remodeling our house which was something she always wanted to do,.. as the house was built by her grandfather in the 1940’s,.. during the war,.. what a nightmare had I not have had all my tools,.. Anyway just wanted to say a Great Big Thank You,.. you’re Awesome!!!!

Agreed on the battery equipment. Great for occasional use (small yards) or for people who have a hard time with gas, but they aren't a replacement for applications where gas powered is truly needed. I work on small engines as a side gig, and have a few people who bought battery that now want to go back to gas after the battery mower that used to cut their whole yard now only lasts for half the yard after only a year of use. Battery replacement is also quite expensive.

You guys rock! Thanks so much for the comments and questions. I will keep answering until we get to 1,000 comments. Don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to have your question answered! Thanks guys!

the trimmer line soaking WORKS

You are such a articulate lady. You have a great attitude. I really enjoy your videos. I learn something on every video even though I will probably never fix some of the machines that you do. I am a gas powered lawn mower guy. I fixed my lawn mower that I was going to dispose off because of what I learned from your video. Thanks Keep up your great videos. Remember to take a break once in awhile.

Thanks for your honesty and "unvarnished" responses to questions! Love the way you troubleshoot and repair items. You address questions/steps that most of us have as we go about our DIY repairs and maintenance of our OPE. Thanks for sharing!

In past life I was a plastics engineer. Poly products will absorb about 4-7% water, depending. This makes it more pliable & less brittle. That's why you don't put alcohol fuel into a poly barrel. As a Top Alcohol Dragster owner/driver I KNOW. Good videos & very informative.

Agree with your comments about electrical devices. I'm 79 yo and broke my wrist a couple of years ago and was really having a hard time starting my chain saw. Saw a Stihl battery powered chain saw and bought it. Changed my life. It's quiet, light, and easy to use. Next to go will be the gas blower and then the trimmer. Thanks for having a great channel.

No question, just wanted to say thank you for the educational advice, and not doing a lot of cuts just to look good. You are truly an honest person that shows the trials and problems of being a mechanic. Thank you

I'm not going to ask a question but simply make a comment!, I've been repairing my own things for 50 years!, and I'm not giving up soon!. But I must say you have taught me several things on chainsaws and other small engines, so keep up the great work on your channel!.

I totally agree with you on the battery and electric equipment. People really need to consider that when considering their purchase.

you do a real good job with your videos

So, since I have your ear or eyes as the case may be! First, I have a 2 stroke Earthquake tiller (#MC43) it runs o.k. once started but it takes forever to get it started. I mean I have to pull 20-30 times. I take very good care of my equipment and change spark plugs, oil, filters,etc. Every season , I'm also one of those who wax everything every year as well. Anyway, spoke with my local shop which usually do repairs I can't or won't and they thought it was the diaphragm in the carb. Second, I inherited a Billy Goat yard vacuum, (KD501 KW) engine code (FA210V-AS02) I went through and cleaned the gas tank, carb, and replaced the gas lines. It runs great but the only way I can get it to start is with starting fluid which I hate using on anything. Lastly, I use StaBil year round in my fuel ( i use 90 rec fuel) and store everything with a full tank. I also use a injector/carb cleaner in all my fuel year round as well. I've never had issues with things starting up and running the next season, am I just getting lucky or am I doing it right for me? Thank you for such a great channel, I just found you a couple weeks ago and have been going threw other videos you have just to expand my knowledge/understanding of things.

FYI in regards to your comments about electric tools. There are other reasons for using these aside from economy, maintenance and environment. I love my collection of Echo and Stihl chainsaws, weed trimmers, sidewalk edgers, etc. But as I got older and weaker I decided to try a battery chainsaw for small jobs. My first encounter with battery tools (other than drills, etc.) was a DeWalt 20V 12" chainsaw. I fell in love with it immediately. I chose it because I already had many DeWalt hand power tools and so chargers and batteries were already plentiful in my shop. What I fell in love with was the lower vibration and operating sound level while getting the job done very well. That started me on a new road. I still maintain and use my gasoline/oil mix trimmers and chainsaws and get them out for extreme jobs, but I have supplemented them with multiple battery trimmers, chainsaws, and mowers (both walk behind and zero turn). All of them operate with less vibration to my old body and are very quiet to operate. For the most part the fully charged batteries outlast my stamina and when they don't I have spare batteries ready to go! I was once only an Echo, Stihl and Kubota homesteader but now I have to claim DeWalt and Greenworks on an equal basis (as well as my Cub Cadet electric zero turn). Just thought I'd add to the conversation. I love them all and each has their place.

Bre, no question here. Just wanted to say I really enjoy your videos. I did small engine repair in the 80's when I was a teenager for some spending money and was very successful at it and your channel takes me back. My parents got repair calls for years after I went to college and moved out. Just like an auto mechanic, it's hard to find a good honest repair shop like yours. Keep ups the good work!

I admit, I was skeptical at first but I've been watching your channel for a few months now and I'm actually pretty damn impressed 👍

your advice is far more advanced than i can appreciate, still glad you are still teaching us. Trimmer line one is a great one

You are a very smart lady and it was thru your videos that I repaired my echo blower and weed eater. Thanks you have a Subsciber😀

I so enjoy your channel. I learn so much from you. Congratulations to your husband! He is a lucky guy!

Great commentary and observations, Bri. Thanks for making these videos and sharing your expertise so freely. It is GREATLY appreciated. Take care and God Bless.

Thank you for helping all of your viewers out ! You are much appreciated !

Respect from Oshawa Ontario Canada. I just happened on here. No notification.

Married huh, well that covers all of my personal questions and you are correct about Lithium mining but mining in general is a very dirty and damaging process. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos you make it look easy. 🙂

I was a Ford Master Technician for almost 20 years. I did not touch a customer's car or any car unless I was wearing Nitrile gloves. The main reason, some customers are filthy, nasty individuals and their cars reflected their habits. I did not want to touch wear their hands might have been. Secondly, every oil, fuel, or cleaning chemical will enter into your body if your hands are not protected. I wore gloves 100% of the time and the owner of the repair shop is required by law to provide seat covers, gloves, goggles, and breathing protection. Your videos are fantastic and this old dog learns new tricks.

Aspen gas are sold under many brand nane her in Norway.The make both 2-stroke and 4 stroke gas and racing gas as well.God quality gas that can be stored for long time as long you keep cap closed.

You're right about the Lithium Ion batteries... also, they're not recyclable. That's why you couldn't give me an electric vehicle. As far as washing my hands go, I kept a box of Brillo in my bathroom because I worked on my cars.

You're just the *best,* Bre! Love every one of your videos!

Great Q and A video! Hope you do more in the future!!!

I'm working on a Stihl BG 86 Blower. The rubber primer is in good condition, and will not pump. Fuel lines, filter is all good. I installed new diaphragms. It does start easy with a little spray into the carb.

We love you for what you do

Thank you so much for what you are doing. Great job on everything. God bless you.

Great advice. Thank you for being you.

Thanks for all you do

Dawn detergent. As a retired under ground coal mine electrician, Dawn is used for a whole body experience. Even shampoo. Our job entailed not just electrics, but anything broken. It works! Of course as with anything, any type of reaction, check with a doctor. Thanks Bre for all you do!

No question from me, but did just sub and wanted to say thanks for the way you explain things! I’m a simple DIY kind of guy and even when I’m not working on something, I’m learning about how things work. So I watch your vids just for the explanations most times. Just wanted to give roses where they were due. Thanks for the great vids!

Awesome video Bre!

Thank you for all the great information!!!

Thank you for all you do! Really appreciate your content!

Nice video. I'll consider using a battery powered chainsaw when they make one that can handle 24 to 48in bar. Meanwhile I'll stick with gas powered stihl, husqvarna and antique saws.

Great job! That was very helpful

Thank you thank you!! This chicken has learned so much from you.

Your channel is my goto place for small engine equipment. I'm not mechanically inclined at all and I love your channel. I mainly look for tips to prolong the life of my lawn equipment. If only time allows, please add a two line summary, time stamps and chapter names in your description section. That would be really helpful for folks like me to skip the "how to repair" sections and move on to the tips, information or advise section. Here are some video suggestions: -Winterizing mowers, trimmers and blowers. -Top 3 mower, trimmer, mixed fuel and leaf blower brands and models that you recommend based on your experience. Thank you for your incredible channel and the information you provide for the community. Knowledge is power and you empower us add so much value through your videos.

Great job as always keep the knowledge coming You have a great day

Keep up the good work and videos.

I loved this video. You do have a good sense of humor

You do an excellent job of being able to show and teach. Your mannerisms make it possible. It also helps that you are a down to earth type of person. Keep it up girl. Those questions of if you are married are from those who haven't seen one of your live streams...lol. Hope this Holloween went better than last year...lol. Again, you are awesome.

Thanks for making videos, I've used quite a few tips you've given on my equipment to keep them rolling. Loved the behind the scenes vid too. Stay awesome!

Hello, I'm in BC Canada and I have run 10 liters of Aspen premix fuel in 2 different saws...Stihl 034 and a Echo CS-590, both saws responded the same with a very noticeable reduction of rpm and power and they had a hot smell after having been run hard. My 40:1 mix with the new 2 stroke oils produces no noticeable smoke and great performance with both saws.

Just a heartfelt thank you

I’m a fairly new subscriber. I throughly enjoy your content. Thank you and keep the good stuff coming!

Good Sunday morning Bre. Once again, another excellent video. As always, your mechanical repair skills are absolutely impeccable. Thanks for sharing and have a wonderful Sunday. 😊😊

Excellent videos, very appreciated.

Thanx Bre, always learn something when reviewing your videos!

Hey Bre, just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your channel. You do a great job explaining what you are doing. Excellent work! 👍 BTW, I bought one of those GooLoo jump packs that you did a video on. Great product.

Hello, Bre. I haven't been a subscriber all that long but have probably been watching your videos for about a year. I find your topics to be of value especially for people who don't have deeper mechanical backgrounds. Fortunately for me, I have quite a good background with engines of most types and living in a very rural area after retirement have started working on other people's yard equipment only charging for parts. It's fun and rewarding and continues to amaze me how appreciative people are when they get their stuff back running like a Rolex. My personal question for you surrounds my trusty (until this year) old Sthil BR340 backpack blower. Problems started with it this past year when it would flood if you looked at it wrong. Once cleared it would run and start as easily as it ever would. I was swamped with work so after checking it out I took it to a Sthil dealer for repair. On the work order I told them the motor was hard to start, flooded easily when cold and had a weak spark that would barely arc .030 with my spark tester. They called me back a few days later saying I should let this one go and buy a newer one. I picked it up and installed a new coil and carb for it off Amazon thinking my problem was solved. The problem didn't change with the blower not showing any signs of life at all. Spark checked very good arcing.10" no problem. The carb works fine as far as the diaphragm movement and if you choke it too much it will definitely flood. The piston shows no scoring, and the compression shows 130 on my gauge. I've rechecked everything I can think of and even tried turning over the motor with my impact wrench while spraying starting fluid at it. Still nothing other than a few pops and snapping back through the carb. Not having valves, I started thinking spark timing but can't for the life of me see how the timing could be off. I set the new coil's airgap to .010" and don't understand how the timing could possibly be off unless something happened to move the flywheel. This is probably about the only thing I haven't checked mainly because I became disgusted with the project. Now its personal! I can pull the flywheel but honestly, I doubt if anything happened to the keyway or flywheel itself which is the only way I can think of the timing changing. I have spark, air and compression and fuel, no problem. What I don't have is a backpack that runs. I would say it "blows" but not in the way I want. Any insight you might have would be appreciated. It's Sunday the 13th and my wife and I are watching football. But, come Monday me and that blower are coming to terms. Thanks for your channel, it's contents and, your expertise. Mechanics are easy to find. Good ones not so much. Ken

Thanks for not having a sponsor on your show and for not pushing product on us. Bree you rock

'68 Cougar! Got my question answered! Also I do believe that you did tell us that soaking your trimmer line was suggested for over night. Just saying.... Living my best La Vida Loca here in south eastern Arizona

I love your content Bre. You have such a good attitude when working on these machines. I laughed outloud when you compared you right versus left arm strength/tone. 😂🤣 I do have a couple questions. 1. Do you and your hubby have any kids? 2. I don't use much 2-stroke fuel mix in a year. Is it best to discard the old mix and make some fresh for the coming year?

Enjoy your videos very much. I like the fresh approach to small engine repair. I don’t know if you have covered this before, but how did you get started in the small engine repair business? Is it an interest you have had since you were young? Thanks for your time

Thanks for your amazing teachings! Great job!

Greetings from Sweden ☺️☺️

I really enjoy your channel. Q: How do you dispose of the old gasoline that you remove from neglected machines?

When did you start working on small engines? I remember getting Chilton’s Small Engine Repair Manual as a kid in my Easter basket and sending away for information for Foley Belsaw’s Small Engine course because I wanted to be a small engine mechanic. I ended up in Real Estate, but still enjoy fixing saws mowers

I enjoy watching your videos. I've learned a lot that has helped me repairing equipment. I wanted to send a picture of one of my customers chainsaw. He needed his chain sharpened and a tune up. It looked like he tried to cut weeds and grass

Another great video. Thanks for all your info.

Love your content and looking forward to the upcoming charger footage. Hint Hint. Where do you dispose of your gas and oil. I have not found anywhere around me that takes it. Any help would be appreciated.

Finally somebody else is on my page when I say that electric is no better than anything else especially when you look up lithium mining what it does to our land and keep in mind lithium is a one-time use once a battery is dead it is dead and cannot be reused

Great video with answers, have a great Sunday!

Hey Mrs. ! what about a ring on your middle finger of left hand, humm, Miss until 12:20 minutes ago 😂😂😂 Lucky Mr. 🤗

Question - what is your opinion on Honda discontinuing mowers? I made 2 videos myself on this weeks ago. Do you think they’ll continue to discontinue other things like snowblowers, generators, etc…. I discussed with a Honda rep and they said they will discontinue Honda mowers from hrn thru Honda commercial mowers. They are also discontinuing single stage snowblowers. I never see you working on snowblowers, but I own two Honda snowblowers and love them

What's your opinion of mixing 40:1 in equipment calling for 50:1? It seems, maybe, the extra lubrication is a good trade off for a slightly shorter plug life. What's your take on this?

Your videos are always informative and a joy to watch. Thank you.

Keep up good work helpful videos ty

So the young lady next door was asking about some stuff, and I said, " Well, Chikanic on KZfaq said" , and she laughed, yes you are pretty, but that's Not why I watch your content! You are my expert, questions to follow on my Still angle shaft trimer and the head you suggested but I have to get some model numbers together and that's in the shed and it's winter here in Minnesota. Thank You for being here for us!

You do good work

I love your videos, they have helped me out in a tight jam, keep up the great content and the hard work you do!!!

Love your videos and the way you get the information across to all of us watching. Keep up the great work.

Thank you for all the great information Your channel and Donny boy's channel are fantastic for great information for we , the mechanically challenged !! Keep up the great work !!

Wish you were in my area. Great work.

I love all of your videos and very professional..

Glad I found this channel. I've been watching all your older videos and it's awesome how much detail you put into your videos, Thank You!

Always enjoy your videos wish you were in my town!👍

Thanks for investing your time making very helpful video’s along with keeping equipment running! Keep up the great job Bre!

Thank you i have learned so much from your videos.

It's about time! Lol 😂

Thanks for your service. Love the channel. Lots of help

I love all ur videos and they have helped me out a lot thank u so much keep up the great job

Awesome videos , thanks for doing them with your busy schedule. Stay well.

I enjoyed this video.

you are a great mechanic

You rock i will always watch your videos

Enjoyed the video Bri love the channel

Always learn great channel! 😁🇺🇸