Recent content by Douglasdzaster

I’m very fortunate. They stay super busy where I go and now there’s a new one open next to them also with none ethanol and both sell a lot as they are on the way to the lake which is handy. I read where a lot of people can’t get none ethanol at all.

https://www.powerelectronics.com/markets/mobile/article/21859861/proper-care-extends-liion-battery-life This covers lithium ion batteries. Maybe it will help.

Yep when I pulled out my pressure washer that had been sitting a couple of months and it wouldn’t start and I had to clean the crud out of the carburetor. I switched to none ethanol fuel and Star Tron. It’s like Stabil just stopped working or the fuel is getting worse.

It’s possible Costco got a bad load it happens. Or the fuel you got came from the bottom of their tank. Did your guy check the fuel? Just wondering. Glad your up and running again. I just recently switched from Stabil to Star Tron myself. Time will tell.

That’s awesome. Glad I could help. Definitely let me know how it turns out.

I’m going to try it. I was just going to replace the two small carburetors I have. But I got to try boiling now.

I have a Stihl fs76 that’s 23-25 years old. It’s always screamed and will cut all day. I bought a new fs70 a couple of weeks ago and it’s not near the machine I thought it was going to be. It should actually be over kill for what we do around here as far as size.

You just described the condition of all three carburetors on my Yamaha outboard when I bought it. I had replaced the fuel system from tank To the carburetors and stopped there because it cranked and ran great until I noticed the carburetors leaking fuel. No problem needle and seat (NOPE)When I...

He said it won’t even click when trying to start. Which is why I suggested checking all connections,safety switches etc. I should have said to start with the battery and don’t forget the ignition switch. I agree with needing more information. Model and serial number and which belt etc. Talk to...

I’ve heard of boiling but never tried it. I could do my boat carburetors and throw the jets in the pot as well I guess.

Last time I put dish washing liquid in the dishwasher I had suds pouring out. We have an older dishwasher though. Thing won’t die so we can upgrade. Lol

Probably wet. Cleaning the deck real good and let it dry. Then coat the heck out of it with Fluid film. This helps a little but it makes it easy to clean mostly. Not much you can do for wet grass clogging up things.

Drain the bowl under the carburetor. If it has sat up for anytime there could be a little water in it or trash. Water will make it surge. It’s also possible to get a tank of bad gas anywhere. I always buy gas at the busiest place where they sell a lot of gas then I know it’s fresh.It’s worth...

After the dishwasher I’d clean the passages one last time just to make sure the dishwasher didn’t leave anything it broke loose. But I’m meticulous that way.

Wow. A whole new world. Now I’m going to be looking for things to try. Lol I’ll be sure and tell my wife about the pillows. That’s cool.

Good advice.

Kawasaki is a good engine. I had one on a mower and abused it regularly cutting heavy stuff and it never quite. I wish we could figure out what year model. Pictures look good. I’d look at all the moving parts. Linkages, pulleys etc. Have him start it up cold and see if it smokes any. You...

Got the right idea pulling the tank and cleaning it up and replacing fuel lines. Reply back on how the dishwasher works out for you. My curiosity is at a all time high. I can clean mine while the Admiral is at work. Lol Good luck, hope you end up with a smooth running machine.

I wouldn’t just spray it. If it’s varnished up bad it’ll need to soak. You want to get all the varnish so it doesn’t work loose and clog the carburetor. Then you start all over. I like the dishwasher idea. I’ve got a Yamaha outboard I might try cleaning the carburetors body’s that way. And yes...

Glad to here that I just recently switched to Star Tron and was hoping it was a good idea.

Zoysia is so fine. I don’t know how it will mulch. I had a customer with Zoysia grass and before I cut her yard I had to put a smaller line on my trimmer and I put a freshly sharpened blade on my Hustler mower. Which cut it very well. She had mowers but they wouldn’t cut near as well is the only...

Your probably good with the kit. Pull the carburetor disassemble and soak it then spray carburetor cleaner through all the passages and a little compressed air. You may have to soak and clean a few times depending how bad it is. Then reassembled with the kit ( should have new needle,seat...

I don’t know of a formula or chart for Gravley. I do no theyr good machines. A dealer could pull it up on their computer or get the numbers off the engine. What type of engine does it have and how many hours are on the meter if it has one? I found a 2002 for $500. You wouldn’t happen to have a...

I run none ethanol what ever octane is available (at least 89). As far as super unleaded i still has ethanol. The only time super is required is for high performance engines. I still run it in my 2cycle equipment. The main thing is the ethanol. Don’t buy more fuel than your going to use usually...

Check safety switches and clean the connections. Double check that the blades are not engaged. I say that because I’ve seen it happen a lot. As far as your belt breaking check the pulleys for wear (bearings) You may need a new mandrel assembly.. Does it rub a flat spot on the belt before it...

Thanks for the piece of mind. It starts first pull like it should and runs fine. It did die on me once yesterday when I let it idle for a minute so I thought I’d better see if anything has changed over the years. I really appreciate the reply. Thanks again.

Hello everyone. I’m new to the forum. I look forward to getting to know y’all. Here’s my question. I own a25 year old FS 76 and just bought a new fs70. It’s had a few tanks of fuel ran through it and was raved high a few times. Today I had a thick patch I wanted to knock down so I took the new...

Hi, my name is Doug. I have a 25 year old fs76 trimmer. A ms290 chainsaw and recently purchased a new Fs70. I’ve been running Stihl equipment most of my life.