Proper Way To Tip A Lawn Mower Over

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There seems to be some controversy about which way to tilt a lawn mower over! In this video, I’ll show you how to tip a lawn mower and then prove it. This is the only sure way to safely flip or tilt a lawnmower over without draining all the fluids. If you use this method or technique, you will not hydro-lock the engine or have fuel or oil drip from the engine. Turn it over the right way!
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@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

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@tobiwankanobi9613 3 жыл бұрын

Steve i was cleaning my lawnmower and didn’t know this trick so when I put it on ground again and pulled the rope it smoked my hole garden and there was a lot of smoke I tell ya🤣

@arturodelagarza3213 3 жыл бұрын

HEY STEVE. THANKS FOR THE INFO. VERY INFORMATIVE.

@jrtrejo495 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve, I have one for you. I have a Stihl SH-85 Blower. This thing has been indestructible, had it for many years, have taken good care of it. Replaced the plug, the little lever that goes to choke to run, the push priming bulb, I’ve taken it in a couple times to see if I’ve missed anything. It starts great and runs great for a whole tank full of fuel. But when it runs out and I fill the tank again to keep going, I prime it a couple times to get the fuel back into the line and I have a hell of a time starting it back up again. I have to wait practically until the next day to use it again. Any suggestions. Thanks So Much.

@blairfright9622 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, this is not related to the mower . I have a question concerning my ms 170 chain saw. It keeps leaking oil from the bottom of the engine case. And I have no oil coming out on chain when running. Any ideas?

@juancontre5858 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work good info n u prove it too

@xyzxyz-hi8lp Ай бұрын

KZfaq is like the dad I never had growing up.

@user-dj7jw4fw4x 23 күн бұрын

A little sad, but maybe the best KZfaq comment ever.

@chrisdorio6750 15 күн бұрын

Sad, no dad. There are many young people today who don't even want to learn how to do simple things....

@floridaman5125 14 күн бұрын

Great comment.

@VincentWestberg 2 күн бұрын

This comment is hits hard

@deawallace3584 8 ай бұрын

I am not a mechanic..just an elderly lady with common sense. Since my spouse has dementia and has done NO maintenance for years on anything...the job is mine. Thank you for giving such basic, but vital information. It is life-saving for some of us.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 8 ай бұрын

Who needs a mechanic when you've got common sense, right? You're doing an amazing job taking charge of the maintenance. Keep it up, superwoman!

@carlcasey4177 2 ай бұрын

Your a good partner 👍🫡💪

@barbaraellis6637 Ай бұрын

I feel for you 🙏

@deawallace3584 Ай бұрын

@@barbaraellis6637 Thank you . Your words are uplifting. Appreciate it.

@robnic52 Ай бұрын

If hydrolocked surely you can just remove the spark plug and pull the starter cord a few times. Waste of oil and messy but it'll clear the cylinder won't it? Or am I missing something?

@elizabethappleton3667 27 күн бұрын

Further to my husband tipping the mower over on the air filter side today and oil pouring out, I’ve been investigating utube. This is a wonderful video for me. Thanks. Now if he’ll just believe me.🤷‍♀️

@SeedFiddler-kp4eg 4 ай бұрын

I'm almost 70 years old. I passed auto mechanics because the instructor told us (me) at the end of the quarter, "If you turn in a piece of paper with your name on it, I will pass you." So I did. And he kept his promise. Now that you know who you're dealing with, then you will know how thankful I am, that in the last five minutes, I've learned more about mechanics that I have in the first 69 years of my life. Thank you! Trust me, this is barely exaggerating at all, just so that you know. Thank you!

@wince_moeron 3 жыл бұрын

Mine usually gets tipped over when I pick it up and throw it across the yard cuz it won't start

@todhurley3756 3 жыл бұрын

After a 6pk of beer and 30mins pulling the rope and cussing. I throw it in the Creek behind the house. Thanks Steve Steve great video.

@billcoley8520 3 жыл бұрын

Buy a deere

@MKD-dd6ng 3 жыл бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@pollyhorlander7389 3 жыл бұрын

wince moeron 😂

@bobbelsekwol 3 жыл бұрын

Does that make it start though? Asking for a friend.

@julieharper1704 Жыл бұрын

I wanted to thank you for your videos. I'm 60 and didn't really know anything about my lawn mower other than putting gas in it. I now keep up with my air filter, oil and blade changes as well. I had a carburetor issue and thanks to you I took it off, cleaned it and put it back on. My son was impressed. He said he doesn't know anything about mowers. I was not going to give up, so I am very happy and like I always say, "you're never too old to learn". Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Great job!

@DatOneRadDad Жыл бұрын

Now that's rad!

@Shukovsky Жыл бұрын

Nice job julie!!!!

@351clevelandmodifiedmotor4 Жыл бұрын

dont mow the lawn at your age youll have a heart attack, number 1 cause of heart attacks is mowing the lawn or washing the car, pay a honest good hearted kid you can trust to mow your lawn, i don't know why people think its time to mow the lawn when it's hot and sunny, thats the worst time to mow the lawn, washing the car is easy, don't do it when its hot and sunny, give it a quick wetting with the hose and have a spray bottle with soapy water spray a panel of the car then brush the area with a soft bristled broom then hose off the dirty soapy water do this to each panel until all the panels are done

@michaelblodgett4704 Жыл бұрын

@@351clevelandmodifiedmotor4 🤣 OMG. You think 60 is on brink of heart attack and death. I'm 62, and I bet I can out exercise you.

@darkegress4392 Ай бұрын

At first I was annoyed thinking you needed to get to the point but your knowledge is GOLD! Thank you.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@dogsbyfire Ай бұрын

Been working on small engines for forty years, but I learned something from this video. You are the man! Love your shop, especially the beer can collection.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын

Cool, thanks

@dwilliams5989 2 жыл бұрын

Many years of grass cutting and needing to tip my lawn mower over occasionally, only to flood my mower with oil and gas and be frustrated. This was a great video i really needed. Great video Steve! Well done Sir.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@aedinquinn8687 2 жыл бұрын

Intelligent comment; recently I incorrectly tipped my new lawnmower purchased in 2021 to discover I had to pull string multiple times to start lawnmower. Aedin

@kev_6422 2 жыл бұрын

What would you do once you flooded it? Did this yesterday and started spitting oil and smoke like crazy. Still got the yard to do

@tomjones2121 2 жыл бұрын

trying to reinvent flipping a lawn mower LOL, drain your oil , problem solved , then do whatever you want .....

@johmac30 2 жыл бұрын

@@tomjones2121 You are joking, right? Let me make a note. From now on, every time I finish cutting the grass I should drain the oil before flipping it on its side to clean the clippings under the deck. Then put the oil back in. That seems much easier than pulling the rope until I feel the most resistance and then flipping it up so the muffler is facing down. Did you even watch the video?

@derek876544 3 жыл бұрын

Been doing it for 20 years never thought of tipping mower over with piston at tdc ! cheers Steve never too old to learn

@terryc47 3 жыл бұрын

@@mgomez5606 how is gas going to leak out carburetor when it is at the top?

@corydriver7634 3 жыл бұрын

M Gomez it didn’t seem to leak from these 2 examples after 75 hours so...

@corydriver7634 3 жыл бұрын

M Gomez I guess Steve didn’t show us that step. He must have shut it off or clamped it because these two didn’t leak.

@derek876544 3 жыл бұрын

@@mgomez5606fuel doesn't usually leak (or only what's in carb)because fuel in tank is lower than carb when tipped over with carb uppermost

@jerrysoutherland662 3 жыл бұрын

Before I tip the mower over,I clamp the fuel line and start the engine and run it until the mower dies.Now I will put it on TDC.

@gwhitcutt 8 ай бұрын

Steve, I watched several of your "how to" videos and have enjoyed learning your tips and tricks that genuinely save time. Thanks for that. There is one video I viewed a few weeks ago after watching how to replace a mower blade that outlined the proper way to tip a lawnmower over to avoid problems with oil flooding. I've owned 4 or 5 mowers and have never once experienced any of the problems you pointed out. I'm a believer in maintaining my power equipment and tools. For years, I've made a habit to clean out the underside of the deck after every 2 or 3 uses - especially after cutting damp grass. Maybe I'm just a lucky 76 year old. Except for dripping a little gas from the filler cap when the tank side is low to the ground, no problems. Once I've got grass debris cleared out with my hose and/or the deck washout fitting, I always make a point of starting the engine in the upright position and let it run for a few seconds. Keep up the great work!

@biking2cruze Жыл бұрын

I get my mowers for free from the neighbors giving up on the equipment when it fails to start or dies while running. Seeing your video taught me more lessons on the maintenance and operation of power tools. We live in a throwaway society so much that we fail to appreciate what our equipment does for us IF we just take the time to change the oil, sharpen OR replace blades, change the spark plugs, clean or replace the air cleaner (some have paper elements, god I hate those cause they need to be replaced if worn out) and just keep the deck clean (be careful washing around the fuel cap air cleaner area as you don’t want water to enter and contaminate the fuel or block air cleaner. I was skittish bout putting mower on its side and went out of my way to point it spark plug-skyward. Now armed with your info, I’ll follow what you demonstrated to effectively get under and repair my equipment with (hopefully) less mess!😊

@hanselito2416 2 ай бұрын

Admit it, you love that people throw stuff away. Sounds like youre doing your part 🎉

@logmeindangit 2 ай бұрын

Speaking of the modern "throw it away"society we live in, I just picked up a nearly new mower being given away because it would start but not stay running. I took the cheap plastic carburetor apart, using KZfaq videos as guides, and got it working. I don't know where the fuel was blocked in it, but I blew air through places I couldn't see, and whatever I did evidently dislodged the itty bitty beaver dam in the channels somewhere. I would have paid $350 for this mower new. The last one I bought new in the early 1990s wa+s starting to leak oil underneath at the shaft seal, so this was perfect timing. I'm now set for another 2 or 3 decades!

@Gurl_warrioR4God 2 жыл бұрын

I’m a 65 year old woman that doesn’t have anyone to do things like mow the yard and this kind of knowledge is what I need to be self sufficient! Thank you so much! Looking forward to more knowledge from you and yes, I have clicked subscribed! 😁👍👏🏻✌🏻

@JesusSaves827 2 жыл бұрын

KZfaq and the internet has made husbands no longer needed! 🤣

@Find_Amelia_Island 2 жыл бұрын

@@JesusSaves827 but a good one is wonderful to have !!

@daddi-o2443 2 жыл бұрын

@@JesusSaves827 Hey now! We must be good for something?!? ;)

@alaysiakayebutler6299 2 жыл бұрын

I'm with you, sister!! 60 yr old Grammy here, have rural property, and it's all on me

@robertcorbin233 2 жыл бұрын

My mother could fix anything from a microwave to an A/c. All it takes is knowledge. That how most of us men learned how to do it. By learning.

@Irwhodunit 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering about how you would use up 8 minutes to tell me how to turn the mower over. Thanks! I'm glad I watched the whole deal. Interesting stuff!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help!

@zybenson3367 2 жыл бұрын

I was thinking the same but then I couldn’t stop watching. Great video

@captainobvious9209 2 жыл бұрын

1. What the hell? 2. What’s this? 3. Hmmmm 4. Suddenly can’t stop watching... 5 what has happened to me? 6 addicted

@PMA65537 2 жыл бұрын

I quit at 40 seconds after it's clear he means a petrol mower and not electric.

@BTENERY 2 жыл бұрын

@@PMA65537 that’s funny 😆

@bruceboettcher9977 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Steve, thank you. For 50 years I hated turning my mower over because I didn't know how and was not smart (or humble) enough to get educated. I love your clear no-nonsense approach. Did I say thanks?

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@Lee-mmg 2 ай бұрын

You are a hero to this old 75 yr old great grandma - I know so much more and you told it in such clear terms. Thank you, thank you!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 ай бұрын

You are so welcome

@Slangevar333 Жыл бұрын

As a Kid, my father showed me many things, but when it came to mechanical things specifically combustion engines, he had little to teach. He just took his power equipment to a repair shop and let them do their work. I got to the point 25 years ago, where I got too frustrated to haul my gear to a mechanic and then wait endlessly for them to complete their tasks and present me with a bill that came close to motivating me just to buy a new unit. I have watched many how videos in the 17 years that youtube has been around (and before that saw tutorials on VHS) Your videos are so well done! Your personable way of speaking and expressing all the nuances of how various small engine problems are solved on so many different types of machines and make, well they really turn the lightbulbs on for me and make me eager to tackle the repairs and maintenance that go with the advantages and benefits they provide. Your body of work here is superior and so broad, it truly makes you one of my heroes. Today I salute you for sharing, producing, planning, performing and broadcasting by taking full advantage of youtube and the internet! You have inspired me to join your channel as a member and support your great work here.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

WOW! Thank you so much Randall...

@timothydolan5587 Жыл бұрын

Hi Randall, I am 65 and I totally concur with your post. Keep on keeping on!

@klwthe3rd 3 жыл бұрын

I love how Steve really goes into detail on his explainations in his videos. I'm the kinda guy who likes detailed instructions and guidance. Probably why I love this channel!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on Kenny! Thank You...

@chris72972 9 ай бұрын

Love your videos. Super helpful. I work on small engines a lot, and I knew not to tip it over with the carb down, but I never thought about moving the piston to TDC to make sure the valves are closed. Makes total sense, but it's nice that you you explain it, and show an easy way to do it. Thanks for all your hard work. Much appreciated. Keep it up!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 9 ай бұрын

Glad to help

@K159S Ай бұрын

Steve is my "go to" guy for lawnmower stuff. His videos are fantastic - clear instructions and he always explains the why's and how's of proper mower maintenance/repair. With the help of his videos, I overhauled the carb, replaced the pull cord and set the gap on the coil of my mower. And it starts on the first pull - every time. You're The Man, Steve!!! 🍻🍻

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын

WOW! Thank You...

@keza41 3 жыл бұрын

Ok, I’ve seen a few of your vids now, I’m going to subscribe because you provide no bullshit intro, no shit music, excellent content, with sound advice backed up with years of experience. Thank you sir, I learn something every time I watch.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! Thank You...

@ericgillin4319 3 жыл бұрын

maybe that's why this guys videos are not irritating, no shit music, some videos i can not even watch because of the music

@FourSeasonsNorth4x4 2 жыл бұрын

Just the facts sir, just the facts.(and no shit music)😉

@hopehenderson7510 2 жыл бұрын

Same here, its refreshing to have strait to the point information. I'm subscribing for that reason. His advice checks out from what I've researched so far.

@gman8648 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely!!

@pamelalyon1030 Жыл бұрын

I'm happy you came on I'm a 60 year old widow and my husband had cancer 5years now but he always did all the man stuff fixed everything he was good at it. But if he would have known utube has gotten me by from watching how to fix it my self He would have been proud and drank a cold one with you just for being one of the reasons I count on utube to show me how to fix it so Thank You Steve.have one for us☺

@user-vx2ms6vw1f Ай бұрын

Thank you for your advice to fix my weed wacker due to the cutting strips that kept falling out when in use. I purchased a new Echo rapid loader and even with all the different attachments, it would not fit on my older Echo weed wacker. I was cheesed off a bit but I remembered viewing your video taking the loader apart, cleaning and lubing the metal parts that hold the cutting string and now it works fine again. Thank you again Charles

@beverleygregory 29 күн бұрын

thanks Steve your the best info mower man out there, I spent a whole day on a honda 50 mower took of the carb twice and cleaned it still wouldnt start and run right, it would normaly start and run great but last fall just started and quit so I just got at it again, as taking it to the local shop costs $140 .00 every time it doesnt run right, so I have to try to overcome the problem myself so Im glad to view your site, I learned I missed the main central jet that you removed with a screwdriver ,so Im getting back at it today, Ill keep you posted thanks again

@madelynl.5351 Жыл бұрын

I’m a 73 yo widow. Thanks for the info about the best way to overturn my B&S Craftsman lawn mower. I’m going to try it. I’m doing this one task at a time and by God, one day that engine is going to turn over! And btw thanks, comment ladies for unwittingly encouraging me to continue to attempt to do my own repairs. Off topic, my favorite bit of advice when it came to a new man in my life is to ask myself, “does he want a nurse or a purse?” I don’t need neither, thankyouverymuch! Just like my machines, I want a reliable self sufficient self starter with low maintenance and who is easy to figure out! (Btw, this is NOT a personal ad!)

@leyfolkner3977 Жыл бұрын

We think alike! 71 yo here. So glad I found this dude, tho.

@littlecrow6484 3 жыл бұрын

It's so good to know that there's somebody out there who actually knows a thing or two about a thing or two.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@andrew_koala2974 3 жыл бұрын

Someone NOT SomeBODY. He is not DEAD yet Your knowledge of the English language is poor.

@paulmaxwell8851 2 ай бұрын

Please, get off your high horse. No-one needs a lecture from you, a stranger on the internet. @@andrew_koala2974

@DavidSmith-ne1zp 9 ай бұрын

I love listening to people who know what they’re talking about! Learned how to do this in a matter of minutes. Thanks.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 9 ай бұрын

You're Welcome...

@monotheis6889 Жыл бұрын

I figured this out on my own as a kid. I had taken small engines in 4-H, and understood the workings of interval combustion engines and then some. I have been blowing them up and rebuilding then ever since 😁

@jbtwist 2 жыл бұрын

As a weekend warrior on small engines - I come across you from time to time. I really appreciate the clear, focused but also subjective messaging and clarity. Thanks for producing these!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@jonthompson2066 3 жыл бұрын

Finally someone has set the record straight, with video to prove it! Great job Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@gilly1663 11 ай бұрын

I place my mower on a pair of 4' saw horses I built when I need to service underneath the mower. Works great for me.keep the Great videos coming. Thank you Sir!

@cathycraig1301 8 ай бұрын

I’ve watched a lot of lawn videos. First time anyone addressed this issue. Thank you so very much.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 8 ай бұрын

You're Welcome...

@randyclark831 2 жыл бұрын

I always turned the mower with the carburetor up when I changed the blade because it seemed logical that the oil would pool and make it difficult to start. Great to hear your explanation of the valve and piston position and how to “feel” that position. Good info!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@masterbondofox8982 2 жыл бұрын

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon I learned the hard way years ago. My mower was sputtering and fighting to start and to keep running ... after a day or two I put my troubleshooting mind to work and took out the air filter. Completely clogged with oil.

@keneest3918 2 жыл бұрын

Great info,well presented.

@bobbiewhitten1718 Жыл бұрын

A lot of people in this country don't work on logic. Just read some of the questions they ask.

@NickD_7 3 жыл бұрын

As home owner in Michigan, I have watched 100s of do it you selfer videos around the house and garage. This channel is the best on being informed on a particular matter. Definitely a KZfaq Oscar channel.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@iloveit9468 2 жыл бұрын

Say yes to Michigan! 👋

@williambodi6813 9 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos, my mower accidentally got Hydro locked and I went online and saw your video on how to Repair my mower. It worked and it is because with your video and how you explain everything so well and so clearly I was able to do this!! Thank you Steve

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 9 ай бұрын

You're Welcome...

@MarlinMark444 3 жыл бұрын

Men, women, children, we must protect Steve at all costs.

@jenniferhermanson8969 2 жыл бұрын

Sir yes Sir Rank up people

@secretsquirrel5566 3 жыл бұрын

My goodness. I accidentally came across this channel trying to get my generator to start. Since then, I've made it through 4 of your playlists. You Sir are a gift to all of us. Your procedures and step-by-step instructions along with your tips of how to make things easier are just fantastic. Most people want to charge us mortals to fix these things, but you empower us to do it ourselves. I am a Senior Software Engineer and always considered that I just wasn't "mechanically inclined". It turns out that I was just fine. What I was missing was an instructor that spoke my language. Thank you Steve, you've really changed my knowledge and way of thinking.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome comment! Thank You...

@babymantuck3256 3 сағат бұрын

Here in 2024, and this video is unmatched. Thank you Sir.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 26 минут бұрын

You're welcome

@sharonwargo6370 Ай бұрын

I changed the oil in a jeep recently. Was the ghost time I've ever changed out despite years of seeing to be shown how. Well today is first time I've changed a spark plug on a push mower. I'll let you know how it goes!! Thank you so much. I would've screwed something up for sure had I not watched this video prior to putting new spark plug in. Thanks so much you were very clear and great instruction!!

@TheCount46 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, Steve! I don't know how many times I had to clean up the oil spill from tipping my lawn mower on the wrong side. The piston at top dead center solves all this! Thanks again for another excellent teaching lesson.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@robhunter2435 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve this helps a lot. In the past I just raised the lawnmower with the wheels on ramps high enough to do my work. That way I do not have to worry about oil and gas draining from the mower.

@martinwhite550 Жыл бұрын

Great video, very informative for those who are interested in completing their own maintenance and DIY 👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@burnetthopkins9583 Жыл бұрын

Steve, Thanks so much for this information. I've always tilted my mower filter side up, but never considered putting the piston at TDC. I appreciate this advice. You always explain things very clearly. Keep up the good work.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

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

@KStewart-th4sk Жыл бұрын

Me too Burnett, maybe i've been just lucky or probably not long enough to do any damage. Have done that for decades. Surely it would take a bit of time for enough oil to leak by the piston rings to hydro lock the engine. Any time i have it on its side to clean underneath or take the blade off, i immediately put it upright afterwards. BUT it's definitely something to think about and simple to do.

@dittilio 2 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love that your "buffer" time is actually useful explanation of what's going on. Most channels spend 5 minutes saying nothing before finally "revealing" what should have taken 10 seconds. Love this channel.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@blairfright9622 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, I've always tipped my mower with the carb up. But I didn't even think about top dead center, great tip! My hat off to the master!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@matthewmansell1413 Ай бұрын

I didn't expect such a complete and informative video from something i randomly clicked on. Thank you so much for quality content and no extra fluff. You earned a subscriber.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын

Right on buddy! Thank You...

@johannpeniche8031 Жыл бұрын

WOW!! So much great information in this video that the regular Joe or Jill does not know about regarding mowers. I will definitely try this soon when I sharpen my blade or do maintenance on my lawn mower. Thanks again Steve!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@thaze344 2 жыл бұрын

I checked with all the small engine repair folks in town and everyone was booked out 5 weeks. So I decided I would try to do my own repairs/maintenance. This video was a HUGE help! I got lost in the technical part about the inner working of the motor but it was still simplified enough for me. Many thanks from Dayton Ohio!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Right on Tanya! I am glad to help you...

@estevanorona9079 2 жыл бұрын

Good for you!

@stargazer7644 Жыл бұрын

You're better off doing it yourself. I was short on time and decided to take my mower to a shop, and instead of cleaning my carb, they just replaced my good carb with a shitty plastic one from ebay. WTF?

@jeffbarnowske5598 Жыл бұрын

Canadians are so helpful and good natured! Thanks from a neighbor to the south!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@madeincanada5251 2 ай бұрын

Made my day! Thank you sir!

@deebee3901 9 ай бұрын

Mate, I have a Honda mower. I have never put it at TDC. I have tipped it on its side (carb up) a hundred times, never had oil come out of the muffler and never hydro-locked it. I will however, follow your guidance as you are the guru!

@michaeljohnhooper3412 9 ай бұрын

Steve…. Thanks for sharing brother! Helping my sons learn about small engines and yard maintenance, work etc. Training them up so they can one day do it themselves. This will be a good reminder for them when the clean deck…. After every mow!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 9 ай бұрын

Glad to help

@TheWaynerwayne Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the TDC tip! Also, tipping the older style Briggs engines with the carb/tank set up is a bit different, if you tip it with carb/tank up, gas may get into the cylinder and possibly the crankcase, so what I do is put a plastic sandwich bag, or a piece of a plastic grocery bag between the fuel cap and the tank opening, tighten the cap, and then I tip it over with the carb/tank facing down to avoid the leakage into the engine. And also, tipping a newer style mower the proper way as you showed works great, but if your gas tank is filled right up, the fuel may leak out of the vented fuel cap, Thanks again, and keep up the good work!

@mackrod9028 2 жыл бұрын

FINALLY SOMEONE WHO GIVES YOU A STRAIGHT TO THE POINT VIDEO 👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Right on Buddy! Thank You...

@chrisnotap Ай бұрын

The lawnmower I have has the carb and exhaust on the same side. Do you still go with air filter up?

@daxinventor3542 Ай бұрын

Thanks Steve. Your tip will keep me from staining up my concrete driveway with oil stains. I am going to look at more of your videos because I always take the hard way when doing something like this. I guess I am a hard case.

@tomwilliams8675 3 жыл бұрын

Never knew about that. Just always put up with a little dripping and got the job done. That's why the grass has little brown spots next to the garage 😁 Thanks 👍👍👍

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@arlenbell4376 15 күн бұрын

Glad I happened across this video as I just changed the blade on my mower two days ago. After a lot of work I was able to tip it backwards and support it as I’ve always heard was the only way to do it. This tip about TDC is a clear winner and I just subscribed to your channel!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 15 күн бұрын

Thank You...

@garybregel1572 23 күн бұрын

This video was great information. I always wondered about tipping the lawnmower over to work on it. I had no idea what side to tip it on. But now I do, thanks to your video. I'm guessing this applies to riding lawnmowers too. Someone gave me a used push lawnmower, and I got it working but I needed to sharpen the blade. I always use a riding lawnmower so I never came across this problem before. Again thank you!!!!!

@Skibadger Жыл бұрын

Steve! You are a life-saver. I love your videos. I’m an “engine idiot” and I’ve learned a lot watching your stuff. Thanks!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@truthlvr863 Жыл бұрын

Steve you teach in a way that helps the home mechanic say I can do that. You are great at being practical and to the point. Thank You for teaching we the weekend warriors.

@matthewvanderbeek2847 Жыл бұрын

Good video.

@vavoom8380 3 жыл бұрын

I was given a '92 Craftsman mower that spent years exposed to the elements..cord would not pull, filter crumbling away, rain water in gas tank and oil like tar..thanks to Steve got that baby working and now for that edger!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@k.b.tidwell Жыл бұрын

I've been doing my own small engine work since I was a kid tearing apart and putting together my gokart engine to try to make it go faster. I've changed blades uncountable times on push mowers growing up because that was the height of technology for me and my brother until we moved from home and dad could afford a riding mower lol. I understand completely the 4-cycle process and how compression and the lack of it affects thing. I went into this video thinking, how do you possibly make an almost nine minute video on tipping a mower the right way, pfffft! You taught me something valuable today with the top dead center maneuver. I'm 53 and I'm not too old to learn. Thank you!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@RejectedGamerGuy 11 ай бұрын

just starting a lawncare business. had a brand new mower smoke up on me. i didnt overfill or tip on its side so i assume it was a defective motor. i appreciate your tips! got a new replacement

@edwardstavola3639 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't been doing repairs but a couple of years but after watching your video it has taught me a lot. Well worth the time to view it. Thanks Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@playlistbg3741 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent advice Steve regarding how to avoid Hydro-locking the engine by leaving the piston in it’s top position with the valves fully closed so oil cannot escape into the top of the piston chamber. Thankyou 👍🏻

@timdoll6718 16 күн бұрын

Great informative and helpful video . I have an older Honda self propelled lawn mower that I bought used from a local lawn equipment sales and repair company. The instructions clearly show what you just so throughly explained. The instructions doesn’t mention the top dead center tip though. My mower has started on the first pull from the day I bought it 5 years ago. I run only ethanol free gas and turn the fuel valve off and empty the carb after each use. Thank You for the well posted video showing the correct way to lay the mower on its side.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 16 күн бұрын

You're Welcome...

@williamkniesly5090 27 күн бұрын

Great video . I found out if i keep quiet long enough and pay attention I learn something. Thank you.

@haraldlonn898 Жыл бұрын

Explains everything. Never had any problems before but now I know Im doing it right, including the beer after and not before.

@bikerx1981 3 жыл бұрын

Steve has never failed to give proper advice and showing us how to properly do maintenance on our machines,

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@wolfgangklein1120 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for the clear, complete advice. No nonsence. You are a great teacher. Cheers, Wolfgang in Australia!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 8 ай бұрын

Glad to help

@MH-wg6bz 3 жыл бұрын

I've just always expected to drip some fuel or oil. Never thought much about moving the piston TDC and carb up. Great idea. Will use that next time.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@amiechallah3667 2 жыл бұрын

i cannot thank you enough for this! i am generally clueless ESPECIALLY in the arena of engines & their proper maintenance. your direct & succinct instructions (along with your delivery, which i also appreciated btw🙂) transformed something that seemed so daunting & insurmountable before viewing this into an easy almost fun chore that even i could accomplish with little effort. thanks to you & your video post, i feel empowered - which is awesome - so thanks again. i'm really grateful.🙂

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@RichardRoy2 10 ай бұрын

I learned about getting oil all over the air filter the hard way when I changed the air filter. But you taught me something new with the TDC trick. Thanks, Steve. Cheers.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 10 ай бұрын

Glad to help

@rogerbrown2350 Жыл бұрын

Another great video. Thank you for doing this as I have gained so much confidence over the years to take on repair actions that most people would have taken to a professional.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

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

@Electraglide1350 3 жыл бұрын

68 years old ... seeing something like this for the first time..... Thank you so much Steve ... didn't save me money but it did save me from a lot of frustration .... people should share knowledge just as you have ....

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@andrew_koala2974 3 жыл бұрын

68 years of age - NOT 68 years old. People and animals live through the 'ages' it is THINGS that become OLD == Your Lawnmower - car - clothes - appliances etc. Did you not live through the teen-age years? The clues are in front of your eyes yet you are blind. For your homework make a list of all the ages ManKind has lived through.

@nonyabiz2777 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work. The same advice my grand dad told me 45 years ago. You sir are a national treasure. Bravo to the camera person and editor. Nice quality work.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks

@billduncumb5052 Жыл бұрын

Great video - very helpful. My Webb lawnmower with a DVO130 OHV engine will not start and I did tip it at 45deg on both sides to check the underside after the last cut a few weeks ago. What looked like black fuel came out of the muffler and covered the spark plug and there was oil in the air filter. I have cleaned the air filter, pulled the starter many times without pumping fuel and changed the spark plug but I have not yet checked for a spark - my wife is going to help me this weekend as I can't pull the starter cord and look for a spark at the same time! I need to get it going asap as the grass is now growing very quickly! Will remember your tips on tipping lawnmowers, thanks. Update: Spark was ok, so today I drained fuel then used carb cleaner to clean carb, air intake and throttle. It started first pull! Conclusion - when I tipped the mower, oil ran through the carb all the way to the air filter... Cut all the grass today 😃

@ricksuydam5718 Күн бұрын

Wow! Never heard of hydra locking an engine... then again, I tip mine over just enough to clean it, or pull the blade to sharpen it, and set it back upright. If I ever need to leave it tipped over, I will certainly follow your advice... fascinating!

@MMM40727 Ай бұрын

Thank you! I just replaced the blade on my 12 yr old mower and not a drop of oil or gas spilled out! I’m a 63 yr old woman and this video helped me do it myself!! The grass looks fantastic with that new blade!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын

Great job!

@davidjennings9253 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve - My lawn mower is a Hayter and has a Briggs and Stratton engine, is 45 years old and all original ( apart from the points and condenser ). I've been tipping it over on the muffler side every year to clean the underside and sharpen the blade and never had oil seep out. I have never bothered to get the piston to top dead centre but it always starts 1st time with just a little puff of smoke. Just shows if you look after a machine it will look after you. Great video!!

@nancycunningham3395 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I've been tipping my mower on the side to clean it, then just saw a video saying I should never do that, but should tip it up, which I could tell would totally limit my access. I'm so thankful that I saw you video and got your opinion, and your safety tips (no pun intended).

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@shadowdog500 Ай бұрын

I was ready to tip over my lawnmower today and remembered this video. I’m glad I re-watched it before tipping the mower because I forgot about the “pull it to TDC” part. When I was done, It started on the first pull with no smoke.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Ай бұрын

Great job!

@vythinathanduraiswamy3430 8 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video! I had tipped my lawn mover the wrong way earlier and saw engine oil dripping out. Now I know how to do it right!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 8 ай бұрын

You're welcome! Just doing my part to help prevent any oil spills in the neighborhood. 😄

@raygainey9780 3 жыл бұрын

Well done! I was just working on my mower last night and wish I’d seen this video first. I did figure out to tilt the mower muffler side down and disconnect the spark. The hydro lock problem didn’t occur to me, but fortunately I only needed a couple of minutes to finish what I was doing. Your explanation was clear and practical. I like your presentation style. You’ve won a follower.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it helped!

@philipm1009 3 жыл бұрын

Steve thanks to your advice has kept my fleet of lawn mowers and chainsaws in great condition ,I have saved them all from being scrapped not the most modern lawnmower but certainly the best cheers from Ireland

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

@spg5658 15 күн бұрын

I change my blade only when my mower is out of fuel and i have emptied the oil in preparation for an oil change. But, this was very helpful for sure 👍

@David-vn7th Жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve great video. For years I have avoided flipping my lawn mower for fear of F***ing it up. Now I know how to do it correctly!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@ernieshbruhn5689 2 жыл бұрын

Finally a complete explanation! I can’t wait to teach my son-in-law’s this will give them confidence in the ability to maintain their equipment properly thank you!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

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@rcullivan1 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Steve, I have been tipping my mower on its side with the air filter to the sky for years and have had pretty good luck doing just that (emphasis on luck) but now that you explained the additional need to set the piston at top dead center beforehand well I will certainly add that step to the routine. Great explanation!!! You empower a lot of us to take on small engine challenges that we would otherwise not have the confidence to try. Thanks again for all of your publications, I love em!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

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

@jessejames586 Жыл бұрын

I've been doing this for years without the compression stroke and never had a problem.

@harrypoter4465 Жыл бұрын

@@jessejames586 same

@georgedittle1965 Жыл бұрын

You are the Wizard! Entertaining and straightforward. Found you here long ago but got sidetracked. Glad I stumbled back here.

@lurettabatchelor8599 Жыл бұрын

Nice honest Guy🤗

@philpage1194 2 ай бұрын

Excellent explanation! Thanks a million! I'm going to have a go at getting my lawnmower autodrive working again and this was the 1st step. Cheers from the UK👌

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 ай бұрын

Fantastic!

@davidhipelius3792 Жыл бұрын

Dude you have helped me so much with your videos in the last couple years that I cant believe it !

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@danieldelgado8153 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!!! Hydro locked my rotor tiller one time after tipping it. Thought I ruined the engine until I figured it out. Won’t ever happen again after seeing your video. Thanks again. Be safe. Dan

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@paulcrabtree2272 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, I started watching your channel a few months ago. You have taught me so much and saved me a lot of headache and money. Thank you so much !!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@karenwesterfield4361 11 ай бұрын

I loved your video! Your demonstrations and audio were very easy to understand! Thank you.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!

@smithchasea 9 ай бұрын

I tipped my push mower over for the first time a couple weeks ago and was shocked to see the oil that drained out! Now I know how to do it the right way, thanks!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 9 ай бұрын

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@WapCaplet75 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips in this video! Some KZfaq videos entertain, some inform, some teach and some even save the planet a little bit. This one did all 4 in my case! I love your presentation style and matter-of-fact approach, I learned about my lawnmower engine AND how to properly tip, and I can now avoid getting gasoline all over my lawn whenever I need to sharpen or replace my blades. Thanks Steve!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

WOW! You're Welcome...

@scott_cp5902 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve, Excellent video as always. I bought a very inexpensive gas push mower this spring and found out it has no oil drain plug. I haven't done its first oil change yet because of the thought of all the mess and dripping oil everywhere. Fortunately the air breather and muffler are on the other side. Your tip on avoiding hydro Lock is very helpful. I have never heard of that term before. Just have to find my self a container and a lot of rags now.

@kalvinclim8753 Жыл бұрын

You do have some great tips to pass on to to the ordinary Joe. Your kind of comical way of explaining things really adds to the video and keeps peoples' attention span on the subject you are explaining ! GREAT WORK.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@jimlacharity Жыл бұрын

Hi Steeve, I have watched many of your videos and I must say that I have learned many more ideas than reading some of the small engine manuals. Keep adding your very helpful tips and have a beer if you want. Thanks Jim

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

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

@CSPANwatcher Жыл бұрын

I've been working on cars and small air cooled engines for almost 50 years now, and have never before heard this tip about putting the mower engine at TDC before draining the oil out the side as I now need to do with my Honda mower, the first machine I've ever owned without a conventional oil drain plug. Kudos to you, and I am now subscribed to your channel.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Right on Gary! Thank You...

@timothydolan5587 Жыл бұрын

I agree, at 65 years old Steve's explanation and demonstration of putting in TDC is the first I had heard about it. Steve is a master of common sense!