Leaf Blower Disaster: The One Thing You Should NEVER Do (Click Now)

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3 жыл бұрын

Never do this to ANY leaf blower. If you do THIS to a leaf blower, BEWARE, this might happen to you!! Watch now to see what happens if you modify the blower tube. This is called an over speed seizure. An over speed seizure is when the crankshaft bearings spin faster than they were designed for. Let me show you what this means. It is extremely easy to avoid destroying your leaf blower in this manner. Watch now!
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@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

✅Click here for a similar Tachometer ➜ amzn.to/3FSsGqb For more videos like this, check out: 👉How to Adjust or Tune the Carburetor on a Leaf Blower ➜ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/er2AiLx7zqyae4E.html 👉CORRECT WAY To Tune The Carburetor On A Chainsaw ➜ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/g5yEaK2grL7HeI0.html 👉How To Adjust Or Tune The Carburetor On A Weedeater ➜ kzfaq.info/get/bejne/ndOYq7enrLjYc5s.html You can connect with Steve here too: ✅Visit Steve’s WEBSITE ➜ www.stevessmallenginesaloon.com/ ✅Visit Steve’s PARTS & TOOL STORE ➜ www.amazon.com/shop/stevessmallenginesaloon ✅Follow Steve on FACEBOOK ➜ facebook.com/stevessmallenginesaloon ✅Follow Steve on INSTAGRAM ➜ instagram.com/stevessmallenginesaloon/ ✅Follow Steve on TWITTER ➜ twitter.com/SteveSaloon

@phartharder 3 жыл бұрын

@fred kramer 1

@jonlennon3348 3 жыл бұрын

I always wondered why it wasnt restricted to make more pressure and now I know. Thank you for the insight.

@connorbroyles3369 3 жыл бұрын

Just curious my husqvarna blower comes with a molded hose to get better air speed and a straight hose which is better to run or is my blower tuned for both

@Talachachannel 3 жыл бұрын

Steve don’t forget Modelo 🍺

@dancearoundtheworld5360 3 жыл бұрын

So if i put two 90s on the end for gutters....

@petejay75 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, several years ago I did an adult education small engine mechanic course in an effort to learn some new skills. Believe it or not, I have learnt more from watching your videos than I ever did in that course! You make an excellent teacher and know how to pass on your knowledge and experience really well. Thanks for the continued education and keep the quality content coming, I love it!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

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

@softpawz52 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 17 and started working with a landscaping company around a month ago I have learned a lot from you videos and plan on continuing to learn from you! Keep it up bro 👌🏾😊

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Best of luck!

@Iz0pen 3 жыл бұрын

Great job! You are head and shoulders above your peers if you’re holding down a job! And learning on the side too, you will go far!

@andycurtis8748 3 жыл бұрын

This guy is great . Loaded with common sense info from a normal guy who has a beer while fixing temperamental gas garage items . Tons of good tips like warming up your 2 strokes so you don't score the piston and tells you why and how the piston scores . If your a guy who always fixes your own stuff like me , this is a must subscribe ! Great job Steve

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

WOW! Thank you so much Andy...

@1ronhall 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, your education is infinite and passionate, and I appreciate you sharing your wisdom. All the best, to my northern brother!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Much appreciated

@garyalensr Жыл бұрын

Wow Steve, I knew doing that isn't good on blowers, but as soon as you switched them tubes you can hear an instant change in rpms. I would have never thought they would increase that much. Thank you so much for risking your blower to show us. Love your content. I've learned a ton from you. WE ALL APPRECIATE YOU MORE THAN YOU COULD EVER KNOW!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@johnwilde4916 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve, can I just say you have helped me no end in doing those little jobs in the service of my garden equipment. I just wanted to say that I have a stihl leaf blower and it came with a stihl restricted end to the main tube and I find that as you say it produces more blowing power and as a result I dont have to rev the engine as much so there's no need to over rev the motor at all. Less stress for the motor and not as much fuel used Just a thought.

@robbiehopkins9692 4 ай бұрын

Thanks, Steve. I retired after 43 years of being a Combat Medic in the US Army and a Civilian Paramedic. I could diagnose and fix the human body in a ditch and in any type of light or weather, BUT!!! I was scared to death to try and fix my small engine machines. You could say I was a mechanic to the human body, but I couldn't figure out an SAE tool kit. Thanks to you,Chickanic, and a couple more excellent mechanics. I now have every piece of equipment up and running. I continue to learn from you guys. Thank you soooo much for giving me the courage to tear em down and fix em. THANK YOU!!!!+

@larrycroft6819 2 жыл бұрын

When I have a problem with my yard machines, your the first one I come to watch. Now at 71, I know some things, but your always teaching old dogs new tricks. I knew this one a long time ago but forgot about it. Thanks for the reminder. Where's the beer?

@geraldpike5515 3 жыл бұрын

Great info Steve. Thanks to your video last year on the air pressure created by different blowers went out and bought a Stihl 800c magnum. Got my yard done in 1/3 the time with much less effort. Got to the beer break much sooner. Your the best.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

That is awesome!

@Bladesofgrasslawncare 3 жыл бұрын

Super informative. Thanks for sharing!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure!

@silentknight872 3 жыл бұрын

Being a noobie to the lawn care business, I truly appreciate all the nuggets I take away from your videos.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that

@garylsmalley 3 жыл бұрын

That rpm increase is amazing. I would never believe it could increase that much, until I watched this video. Thank you for producing such good content.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@jamesboyd1378 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Steve, I’ve often thought of doing that, but was afraid of the results. You saved me! Thank you again!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Any time!

@soonstrgzr 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve great info! I never would have done that to my leaf blower, but I 'm glad to know what not to do! My dad was a small engine mechanic for 30 yrs, (still is but in his own garage) and always has great stories of the broken and mishandled equipment that would come into the shop. I will have to share this one with him :)

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@MrReadandlearn 3 жыл бұрын

Just think of all the new blowers you could sell. That's honesty and integrity you have Steve. God Bless you.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@bobtomlinson8247 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are amazingly educational but your enthusiasm is what really makes them great not to mention your always changing beverages of choice. I have a Busy 580 which blows at 214 mph. It really moves material ...leaves, grass, snow if it is not wet and even twigs and small branches....it is possible to cut back on the amount of air and actually make piles of leaves or you can just blast them all the way off the property then grab a beverage

@cowboypicker1968 3 жыл бұрын

Steve those were great words of wisdom there. Cheers!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@sinnaegas5574 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect timing. I was just explaining to a guy at work on Friday why his blower was f-ing up with a tapered end on the tube. Good video! Just gained my sub

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@onuss333 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos already helped me fix my stubborn Ryobi leaf blower. I already had a DD carburetor adjustment tool after buying a multi-pack for my Homelite String trimmer. Now, this video stopped me from getting greedy with the air flow. Thanks much.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad I could help

@georgecolbert3247 2 жыл бұрын

Great point. I actually ensure the pipe is not tapered to get more flow. I have an echo gutter pipe kit also that works great, but the outlet is restricted a little, but probably not enough to over-speed the engine.

@Jim-wl6ib 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks you for the advice on the blower, I had pinch my stil with a zip tie in the middle,,I will remove it. As always very good information

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@coastallawncare1165 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve for this, and all your informative videos. I was about to use a longer tube (for rain gutters) that necked down, but instinctively did not. Now, I'm glad!

@mracer8 Жыл бұрын

So you think it is better to not have the the tool to do the job need then that .001% chance of blowing your engine by over rev it? you do realize you can control the speed of a gas blow engine?

@SMISURKA 3 жыл бұрын

Old man knowledge. Priceless! You're my hero!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@incorrigiblerogue1193 3 ай бұрын

i realize that this video is 3 years old, but the info is ageless and this is a fnatastic channel. thanks Steve ✊

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 ай бұрын

I appreciate that!

@DtKnize 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Steve, great video! You always crack me up, I love your passion for small engine repair and maintenance!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it

@Reathety 3 жыл бұрын

I would never be dumb enough to do something like that, but it did give me a lot to think about with motors and other aspects of small engines. Great content!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@chadhouse1375 3 жыл бұрын

Man Steve,keep the videos coming because they are a so simple to understand that if one doesn’t who has even basic engine knowledge then they are just dumb. I’ve watched many others on KZfaq and hands down your the best because your right to the point.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@farleymusclewhite411 Жыл бұрын

Good point Steve. The last 2 Stihl BG86 C+E hand held blowers that I've purchased actually came with a restricted flow "flat" tube and the regular "round" one. I have never used the flat one but it is supposed to raise the exit speed from 154 to 190 MPH (at lower volume of course). I'm sure they designed the flat tube to still be within RPM maximum spec. I just never had a use for it. Supposedly good for cleaning driveways and peeling up wet leaves ETC. Great channel, glad I found it!

@900stx7 8 ай бұрын

My Stihl came with two nozzles. The flat one has higher velocity with less volume, it's for flat surfaces like your drive way. The round, low velocity, high volume one is for your lawn. I find myself using the round one the most.

@shermankearns200 3 жыл бұрын

I didnt know that! I appreciate you taking the time to teach us Neanderthals not to abuse our equipment. Thank you for caring and sharing ❤.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

You're Welcome...

@YaxisX 3 жыл бұрын

"Neanderthals"? Well yeah, I guess you are right about that. Ha ha.

@ChuckD59 3 жыл бұрын

@Slim Tinskin "We demand a shrubbery!"

@POOKIE5592 3 жыл бұрын

@Slim Tinskin Is that the flag outside of the Pepsi factory?

@KarlBunker 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting. The same thing happens with any vacuum cleaner -- whenever something blocks the suction nozzle, you can hear the motor screaming as it goes faster. As I understand it, this actually happens because the motor (or blower engine) is doing _less_ work. It's not moving as much air, so there's less drag on the impeller, so the motor is free to spin faster.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@ohmbug10 3 жыл бұрын

Yep. The technical word is cavitation.

@joelafrite7850 3 жыл бұрын

May I suggest that the only correct explanation is that the compressor stalls? In other words, acts line a car that loses traction: speed goes down while rpm goes up?

@killer2600 3 жыл бұрын

@@ohmbug10 Cavitation is something different. i.e. a boat propeller running faster out of the water vs slower in the water is not cavitation despite cavitation being something that occurs to boat propellers.

@stellarproductions8888 3 жыл бұрын

Thats 100% correct. But you also have a problem with that. The motor wasn't designed to operate at that higher RPM for long, so what you are doing, is putting added wearing on the bearings, the stator, the rotor, and the brushes. Eventually something is gonna give, and they do, the motors die, and then your looking for a new vacuum cleaner.

@JoeMac1983 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome knowledge! Still scratching my head trying to get the leaf blower to even start at my work. Has spark, carb rebuilt, tubes are clear and primes, fresh fuel. Still scratching my head.

@scroungasworkshop4663 3 жыл бұрын

Great advice with the with the proof to go with it. I must admit I like the sound of a high revving two stroke but I’m gradually moving away from gas powered garden tools. I now have a mains powered chainsaw and hedge trimmer and a 54v DeWalt blower. It’s so much more convenient. Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺

@ScottWConvid19 3 жыл бұрын

340k subs. Man, how long it took you to get to 10k, then 100k and now look how quickly it's jumped. Great content!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Scotty!

@BillyBlaze7 3 жыл бұрын

lol I have been on youtube like 15 years and still dont have 1k subs, youtube sucks

@garyjohnson3081 3 жыл бұрын

I just ran across this channel. I will be watching it now.It’s great information!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

@xelaju8 3 жыл бұрын

I am going to look for the winterize lawn mower video. Thanks for the video very informative.

@flick22601 3 жыл бұрын

And I always figured that the engine would run slower because it would be under a heavier load when restricted. Thanks for enlightening me Steve.

@jeffmoore2351 3 жыл бұрын

Haven't watched in a while but like always a fountain of information.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@georgebartholemew8444 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, you always do a good job explaining but this was special. Thank you, I'll never do it.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@kinumike 3 жыл бұрын

I have been watching your videos for awhile now . your a smart man . if I have problems your videos are a tool in the tool box i will us . Thank for all the help keep up the good work.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Wow, thank you

@Voltzy70 3 жыл бұрын

I've never seen or thought about doing this nonsense. I've had the same electric blower for 10+ years and even use the mulch feature every year and the thing runs like a champ. LOVE THIS CHANNEL!!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@taylorhurlocker9357 3 жыл бұрын

What about the other way? Case in point, my stihl blower has a factory tapered fitting, however, I'd like to remove the tapered fitting and tubing to the length of my arm to have a short stubby blower for cleaning some of the hallways & metal framing I'm responsible for at work. Any adverse effect on the engines' internals by removing restriction?

@Adam666... 3 жыл бұрын

I totally put on an 8ft pvc extension with a 90 on the end when i clean my gutters from the ground

@fubar12345 2 жыл бұрын

Stihl sell a gutter cleaning kit for their newer blowers so can't be that bad I guess, idk how long the pipe is though.

@Lorilee369 2 жыл бұрын

Oh but using a pressure washer to clean gutters is SO much more fun! 🤠

@daurbn 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve for even more information we didn't know! Never done it before but now I know to never do it in the future.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@nyckoluz 3 жыл бұрын

I had a leaf blower (Homelite) that literally almost BLEW UP and I didn't know why, but when I saw this video, it changed everything in my head. That blower had the flat-end tube. Turns out that piece of garbage wasn't able to handle the RPM cuz it was so cheap. Then I got my STIHL and I kept the default tube on. Lesson learned, thanks! 👍😁

@jamesadams2333 3 жыл бұрын

You are amazing Steve! Thanks for the awesome video! I hope all is well.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

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

@edwardstavola3639 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure what the purpose of revving up the speed is for other than maybe to blow off your debris quicker, but this was an excellent video to watch. It's something I never thought of doing. Suffice to say there's a reason for not jimmy rigging things!

@daleworden189 2 жыл бұрын

These where made to be reved up. You end up doing more harm to them by not running them full throttle. Even when you need to run them low like sometimes you need to just run it full out before you shut it off.

@romari9433 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely right. The blower engines terrificly sensitive to overloading during long work session

@louisroy9348 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, I was thinking about doing that with my blower, thanks for the heads up. You probably have saved me a lot of trouble. Great info, as usual. Shine on!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@jwpallett 3 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I watched your show

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@albyers5554 3 жыл бұрын

never thought - yeah i was going to rig mine to stricture the airflow - thanks Steve --- Sleeman's Original Draft

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@Robalo-2660 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve , Just when I thought I knew everything ! " well I'll be dipped " All the time I thought a restriction on the output made a pump work harder. It's always nice when someone puts a visual out there. It's about CFM not PSI. I'm subscribed to your channel to keep an open mind and also to justify the amount of beer I drink ! Love you my brother , stay warm

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@jamesryan4549 3 жыл бұрын

I no longer have a yard, but I really enjoy his tips and tricks. Share with many.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, thank you!

@jakeezell3176 3 жыл бұрын

More great info ! Thanks Steve

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Any time!

@matasu 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, good information. Some people are going to go ahead and do this anyway! They are the ones who will get a blown engine.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@DavidDouglasToth Жыл бұрын

You’re the man Steve! I’m gonna start flipping some small engines and I’m sure this channel is going to come in clutch

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon Жыл бұрын

You can do it!

@garyfoley1885 3 жыл бұрын

Spot on Steve . I did exactly to a leaf blower a few years ago. As you demonstrated , I did notice the revs increase. A great tip to a viewing buddy in Aussie.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@mracer8 Жыл бұрын

you do know there is a thing call throttle and finger?

@bobby_greene 3 жыл бұрын

Not quite the same, but I've worked in the Wisconsin dairy industry for about thirteen years in two cheese plants, and both switched from high volume washdown hoses, to high pressure wash down hoses. They may save water, but they don't work as well.

@jimg8218 3 жыл бұрын

Good info,,CHEERS

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 👍

@patrickboyd6486 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Steve and thank you the amount of times that you tell people not to do this or that. They ask me to repair their gear and tell them its broken a crankshaft or piston and head is gone and they ask why I through my hands in the air and walk away now after you told them before it brakes not to do that..

@jordaniz8156 2 жыл бұрын

Great video!!! Love the website, young man looking to start up a lawn care business gathering all the tips and tricks, much appreciated

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome thank you!

@j.wilson641 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Steve! I had to buy a hat! I went with the “trucker” style. 😁 Keep me coming!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on!

@kenmorpus8838 3 жыл бұрын

I have to agree with you steve..... Like the old saying goes. "If the manufacturer wanted it that way they would have built it that way".

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@BL2197 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your channel Steve. I’ve learned so much and enjoy fixing power equipment.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it

@georgehofer2830 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Steve I appreciate the I info, you tought me everything I know about small engines .love your channel

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it

@anthonypuccio9575 3 жыл бұрын

Good to hear from you again Steve, been a while. Nice vid, could have used a bit more of the WHY this causes the rpm's to increase though. But certainly very good FYI. Beer is good but Bourbon is better :-) Be Good, Be Safe Your friend from PA

@therandom906 3 жыл бұрын

The reason the motor picks up speed is because air is a fluid. Believe it or not. Air causes resistance on the fan blades and makes the motor run at a slower speed as its “under load”. If you remove the load to the motor, it can spin a lot faster. Roasting the motor. Try with your vacuum at home, take the hose off and cover the end. The vacuum motor will pick up speed as the load is removed. The load being air.

@emanon321 3 жыл бұрын

I so felt that little engine's pain with the damn tape on the nozzle. Have mercy people, have mercy. No Tape!

@joefriday950 3 жыл бұрын

Great info Steve. I appreciate the things you show us.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

My pleasure!

@YaxisX 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, this is another informative video. I know now about Stihl Tachometers for about $146.00 and some other tools I learned about also. Thanks.

@billsampson5719 3 жыл бұрын

Echo sells an attachment that is a 10 foot length of tube with an elbow designed to clean gutters on a ranch without the use of a ladder. What is the effect of these type of attachments on the RPMs and engine load?

@bcasey101 3 жыл бұрын

was wondering the same thing

@stonefly514 3 жыл бұрын

Sthil make the same kit ?

@HerminiePA 3 жыл бұрын

Since no one replied, let me try. Go by your ear. If you hear the motor change RPM then don't do that. Minor changes, I think would be expected. But your ear should tell you if the motor is stressed.

@bcasey101 3 жыл бұрын

@@HerminiePA was thinking the same thing. What I used was basically a downspout (2x3) and a couple 90* fittings to use with mine. It does not really change the volume of air going out much due to a very small difference in restriction.

@ogbobbye 3 жыл бұрын

interesting video I have been considering one of those gutter cleaning kits that attaches to a leaf blower based on your video I am guessing you would recommend not doing so for a gas blower. what about a electric blower would restricting the air flow do any harm ?

@zack6892 2 жыл бұрын

I run a gutter cleaning kit in my echo blowers all fall without any issues. I went with the echo kit recommended for my blower no problem. You should be able to tell if your running something that is too restrictive. Also as far as restrictive pipes go the revving is a symptom of the carb being adjusted for a less restrictive pipe you can always adjust your carb to run the way it’s supposed to with any attachment I guess the reason people don’t is they want it to rev out but in doing so you are really just letting the engine go outside it’s designed power band it is made to run at.

@ogbobbye 2 жыл бұрын

@@zack6892 thanks for the info Zack. I actual got some pvc pipe and 2 90 degree fittings that I attach to my shop vac. now I can blow or vacuum them from the ground. using vucuum works best you don't have all that crap raining down on you like with blowing them out..

@JeffJeno1000 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome channel Steve, learnt so much from you over the years.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@jamieshorter7093 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this.....My Stihl blower has a short tube and I wasn't fixing to add any type of extension to my anyway....I'm glad that I saw your video....Well explained

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

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

@jamieshorter7093 3 жыл бұрын

@@StevesSmallEngineSaloon You're welcome...

@dedomv11 3 жыл бұрын

Steve, you have to tell them why this happens. The back pressure inside the tube causes the fan to cavitate which unloads the fan and allows the engine to run faster. Basically the fan is not grabbing air anymore but slipping on the air . You rock Steve. Keep up the good work.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@gdechello7614 3 жыл бұрын

I was wondering what the scientific reason was and that explains everything thanks dude!

@rossbrumby1957 3 жыл бұрын

Air props don't cavitate, from what I've read. Cavitation is a liquid prop problem, the closest similar issue aircraft props get is when blade tips get near supersonic and turbulence occurs. Drum fans in leaf blowers however, being not nearly as efficient, will actually have less load if over restricted because the air stays inside and rotates with the fan rather than forcing out a too small hole as Steve demonstrated. To make good pressure AND velocity, the blower would need to be built with the tolerances of a car's turbo and run at similar rpm.

@dedomv11 3 жыл бұрын

I fly airplanes including a commercial instrument multi-engine licensing. I have cavitated propellers. Jet engines can also cavitate. You can feel a cavitation if you have a high enough angle of attack and then you can feel the airplane bite air again. Full cavitation could be seen when an airplane is going straight up and then it starts to fall back down tail first. At that point the propeller is in full cavitation.

@dedomv11 3 жыл бұрын

When you go straight up with an airplane and there's not enough power for the airplane to go up the propeller eventually unloads because it can't grab the air hence slippage or cavitation. Especially on constant speed props you notice different loads on the engine. You can force the blade angle to go above its ability to grab air and cavitate the prop.

@ParmerleeTube 3 жыл бұрын

The same over-rev problem can happen if you allow debris to clog the fan air intake. Always check to make sure the intake is unrestricted.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Great point!

@seanspell9633 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly

@johncasey4077 2 жыл бұрын

Great advice I am going to take great care of my blower that I bought yesterday John Casey

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Good luck!

@buggs9950 3 жыл бұрын

I loved that you moved the blower out the way of the web address. Brilliant!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

LOL! must have been sub-conscious!

@David-il9zr 3 жыл бұрын

Will opening up the exhaust port have the same detrimental effect to the bearings? Always Interesting videos Steve.

@aznpanther98 3 жыл бұрын

what about trimmers? i recently replaced my trimmer head with the swivel head that takes precut lines and feels alot lighter and noticed the trimmer runs a little faster

@thomasmagiera3283 3 жыл бұрын

Really great information to know. I have been using that exact same blower for 2 years along with the eves through cleaning attachment. This baby has so much power it has never occurred to me to restrict the output.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Great to hear!

@rickeysmith7674 3 жыл бұрын

Great info Steve I always look forward to the next new video you have saved me a lot of money and taught me a lot of things

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@michaelboardman8127 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Steve, have you started up your equipment after storing them away using the boutique fuel?instead of the sta-bil.if so can you please do a video and let us all know your results.cheers mate and keep up the great work.

@tinkergene Жыл бұрын

I use “ sea foam “ on all my small engines for the last 10 years - I heard that “ sta bil “ is good for a while- but later ruins the gas

@Robert_H_Diver 3 жыл бұрын

You’re the man

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Thank You...

@sflagg0817 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I looked at comments / replies for my answer I recently bought a Stihl BG86 which came with the smaller end that connects to the larger one, great blower BTW

@rhadden8976 3 жыл бұрын

Good advice, same overreving problem can happen on any non govenor engines

@snoopysrc 3 жыл бұрын

Steve's Small Engine Saloon i got the echo es210 with the that narrow lip on it i got the advantage here

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@landonbrown8482 3 жыл бұрын

Ho-ly- crap. Steve I’ve had one of those tip add on that restrict the air, and had NO IDEA that this could happen. Taking it of ASAP

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@carsonhammond6204 3 жыл бұрын

Landon Brown the tip restriction developers usually know what they’re doing. The home made ones are the ones that make things go boom.

@heavymechanic2 3 жыл бұрын

Just wondering how cleaning gutters would affect the CFM due to a neck down tube? Was considering a PVC tube to reach from the ground. Mine is an Echo PB-2520

@noahpaulette1490 3 жыл бұрын

You might be able to fix this issue by making your mixed gas a little bit heavier on the oil but don't quote me on that. Although I don't see why you would restrict the airflow in the first place.

@ns4wsm 3 жыл бұрын

Good info Steve! I have one of those squeezed and turned up tubes, not anymore!!!

@michaelc.6927 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video Steve, Makes a lot of sense to me.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to hear it!

@bobwelch5056 3 жыл бұрын

If that's how they were intended to be used they would have made them that way from the factory anytime you alter things like that you're just asking for trouble

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on Bobby!

@stellarproductions8888 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly! And its also a good warranty void, company be like, sorry, the warranty doesn't cover customer negligence, we aint replacing it lol.

@richb.4374 3 жыл бұрын

My Stihl blower came with two tubes. One has a oval shape to it and it does speed up the engine somewhat because the outlet is smaller than the round one. Since it came like that new it should be fine, but I noticed the rpm difference when I use the smaller outlet tube. I never use the oval small outlet tube because even though it revs higher, the airflow is not as useful for clearing leaves and grass clippings for me. I can see where this issue would be real bad if the carb was set a little lean to start with and someone restricted the outlet tube. It will rev itself to pieces.

@blairfright9622 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Bob, iam not saying it's better idea. Iam just saying if you have ever used a blow gun some have holes in the side of the tube so theres a release for the air in case of blockage but it does increase the amount of air. If you have a older machine it might be a to get back the performance of new. And by the way it dosent increase the rpms because you are not restricting the tube .

@blairfright9622 3 жыл бұрын

@@stellarproductions8888 guess you have never tried something new to see if it makes it better. Not saying to use a new machine but maybe something older that has lost some of its zip. Ya never know?

@michaelskidmore5086 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with your statement. I’ll leave the tube on my blower alone.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@willlance6182 3 жыл бұрын

Unless you get a Hitachi, the stock top tube is tapered.

@michaelskidmore5086 3 жыл бұрын

@@willlance6182 I’ll never make modifications to my tube.

@edwardcalvert 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I just learned more of the specifics on why it's not okay to do that to a leaf blower. I knew you shouldn't do that anyway because it can lead to engine damage due to "over revolution". Now I know and understand exactly what can go wrong and what kind of damage would occur. I knew this because while in junior high and high school, I used to mow lawns for hire and used equipment powered by two stroke engines.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Right on

@michaelszpak2247 3 жыл бұрын

I learned something new again. I have this same blower and want to keep it running. Thanks.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Glad to help

@johnnybonds8457 3 жыл бұрын

Same thing happens if air flow to intake is restricted. Noticed that many times when shirttail gets sucked against intake grill.

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

Good point!

@itsjustme9189 3 жыл бұрын

My shirt tail got sucked into one of my blowers last year!

@heavyhauler79 3 жыл бұрын

blower engine is revving higher, means that leaves are restricting air on the suction side, I clean it and back to work.

@paulshogren3650 2 жыл бұрын

Steve, You're awesome! I learn something new from you each time I tune in. Keep up the good work!!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Thank You...Will do.

@woodlandburl6648 3 жыл бұрын

Wow. You are making good sense. I never ran a rpm detector. but when you did. that was proof to me. Not enough lubrication.

@WJHandyDad 3 жыл бұрын

I've owned my home for 20 years... during that time I've owned 2 line trimmers, 2 edgers, and at least 10 blowers, maybe 15. All the blowers develop the same problem - they won't start and I'm unable to figure out why (not spark plug, not spark arrester screen). Obviously same person using same fuel and oil mix in all 3 engines and I'm not having that problem with the line trimmer nor edger. But leaf blowers last me 1 to 2 years typically and then I can't fix them. Would love to see a video on this if you have any insights because I'm completely stumped.

@MOOBOOSE 3 жыл бұрын

Hi there , are you using Stihl blowers ?

@WJHandyDad 3 жыл бұрын

I've never had a Stihl but if they'll last longer than Craftsman, John Deere, Homelite, and all the other brands I've tried, I'm willing to buy one

@woohunter1 3 жыл бұрын

@@WJHandyDad my Husqvarna is at least 6 years old, I do buy the premix fuel that is expensive, but my blower, weed eater, chainsaws, last forever. My string trimmer is my second one in twenty years, chainsaw is over 20 years old, cut down a lot of big trees with it, changed the bar twice and the chain about 5 times, fuel filter and spark plug once.

@davesilvia9711 3 жыл бұрын

my sthil bg50 is going on three years and works great

@WJHandyDad 3 жыл бұрын

guess I'll buy a Stihl and see what happens because it is so frustrating when they decide to not run and I'm in the middle of mowing

@MRNOBODY023 3 жыл бұрын

strange, my redmax came with 2 different nozzles one is considerable amount of difference, been using both for years

@smokierspy 3 жыл бұрын

Was thinking the same but , only thing I can think of if it came with it from the factory it’s designed in a way to help direct the air flow not speed it up

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 3 жыл бұрын

If the blower came with it, is designed for it!

@tdfcustom 3 жыл бұрын

Good video!

@Coolcoy84 3 жыл бұрын

Glad my question was already answered! Thanks Mrnobody023 and Steve!

@toddshannon934 2 жыл бұрын

Lol Steve I actually recorded this very vid and explained in detail to staff members wear I work. Well Friday I was asked " what would cause a new blower to stop suddenly"? Well the extension hose you added and lack of oil in the fuel. Boom! I have been repairing small engines for years. When I'm stuck, I look hear. Thanks Steve!

@StevesSmallEngineSaloon 2 жыл бұрын

Right on Todd! You're Welcome...