How to Fix most Common Problems on a Small Engine that Won't Start

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• JO

  @joshuachristopherson1803 · 1 year ago

  I love that you are cleaning a pressure washer with a pressure washer

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• MR

  @mr.november-8 · 1 year ago

  Fantastic video. You're such an easy guy to listen to and to learn from. Well done.

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• DA

  @DailyTruth-wr6vb · 9 months ago

  You are a GREAT teacher!  I followed you on everything, very clearly, and I don't repair engines.  The point at which you had to check the valves was the point most of would have tapped out.  That required real small engine expertise and knowledge and you had it.  You should be teaching small engine repair at a community college or tech school.  I hope you are able to monetize your videos because you deserve it.  You love what you do and it shows.  When someone is good at something, the enthusiasm comes out and the next thing you know, you want to do what the teacher is doing.  It's contagious.  I would love working with you on this kind of stuff.  You are the best and you are humble on top of that.  Can't say enough good things about you brother.  ;)

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• JO

  @JoannLuzzi · 5 months ago

  Those older Honda engines won't die . Good job

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• DA

  @danielneece6404 · 1 year ago

  Maybe the guy that tossed it got an estimate that would justify buying a new one, but a guy like me sure does appreciate your help in fixing myself thanks very much.

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• JO

  @joesshop3622 · 1 year ago

  99.9% of all "it won't start" cases are due to sediment/varnish in the carburetor from leaving gas in it year round.  I use an ultrasonic cleaner with a biodegradable pressure washer solution at full strength. I take off the bowl and carefully remove the metering pin associated with it and that's it. Around 2% of the time this doesn't work and I need to remove the High and low speed jet screws but its as rare as an eclipse. Take careful attention of the screw turns in/out and never ever tighten one even slightly or the screw seat can be damaged. Lightly screw each in to get exact turn counts to reset them perfectly. Take a pic/video if you need to. You'll save a ton of cash in a lifetime doing this if you have a lot of toys & gas tool. Never buy a Chinese carburetor unless you want more problems. They suck after year 1, sometimes sooner.

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• HE

  @henrymendez8849 · 1 year ago

  Thank you so much for a very well-explained video.  Please continue  with other small engines such as a lawnmower, generators, etc. May the Lord continue blessing you always.

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• GR

  @gradyhernandez4699 · 1 year ago

  I admire his determination

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• JA

  @januszbc · 1 year ago

  I must say, this is simple and honest, and very informative video. Thank you.

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• TR

  @travismclaurin4250 · 11 months ago

  Congrats on the find! I'm a small engine repairman myself :)

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• LA

  @larryscarry411 · 1 year ago

  Good job now I can work on cleaning my generator.

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• FA

  @farisal-salihi3780 · 1 year ago

  Thanks for another riviting video bringing a dead engine to life.

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