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    Pls look at this B&D hedge trimmer and give me your op of points needing sharpening

    I have a mill file but I was confused as to where to apply it. Thanks in advance.? It's a Black and Decker single action model 8124. Really love this forum. The sum of all the expertise here is amazing. Great resource for the USA.
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    Help please: Diagnose my problem (30-second video)

    yes... that was something I had done before to try and diagnose. Thanks
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    Help please: Diagnose my problem (30-second video)

    Taking taking float bowl off worked ... not sure what was in there... water or gas or oil ... but engine is running fine. THANKS TO ALL! Any other advice, I am all ears (or at least that's what my mother told me):
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    Help please: Diagnose my problem (30-second video)

    Sorry to have to ask, but where is the carburetor? Here is the parts list accd to my manual: A. Engine ID B. Spark Plug C. Primer (optional) D. Fuel Tank and Cap E. Air Cleaner F. Starter Cord Handle G. Dipstick H. Oil Drain Plug I. Muffler Muffler Guard (optional) Spark Arrester (optional) J...
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    Help please: Diagnose my problem (30-second video)

    Old blade was fine .. I just put on a dethatching blade (info attached) so I could dethatch.. Here are blade/crankshaft pics: and heres the old regular blade just FYI, plus the dethatching "power rake" box. Should I still get into the carburetor? I'm also wondering if this guy is on the...
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    Help please: Diagnose my problem (30-second video)

    Good idea ... tried it ... but didnt resolve.
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    Help please: Diagnose my problem (30-second video)

    I have a Toro 6.75 with a 190cc B&S made in 2009, 22in Recycler® Lawn Mower. I was wondering if anyone here could watch this vid and tell me what my problem is. SITUATION: Mower will start but runs anemically and seems to run out of horsepower when it is lowered to the ground. I could keep it...
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