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OfflineGroo
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Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years.
    #20938411 - 12/06/14 03:59 PM (9 years, 1 month ago)

Lawn mower chainsaw weed eater 2 stroke 4 stroke. Cylinder head rebuilding for over 10 years. Come in into an open dialogue and bring your questions. No such thing as a dumb question. From ethanol to primer bulbs to carbs to my free ultrasonic cleaning service. Send me anything you want ultrasonically cleaned and pay post both way. For forum members only.


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Groo]
    #20939460 - 12/06/14 07:21 PM (9 years, 1 month ago)

What is a good model for a newer bent shaft weed-whacker? Not one of the industrial ones that straps one, but one that you hold in your hands without any strap. I used Stihls in the past and I loved them. What kind have you used? What is good?


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: XUL]
    #20940083 - 12/06/14 10:29 PM (9 years, 1 month ago)
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If I use a bent shaft I prefer one with a clutch. where at idle the grass cutter head does not spin till throttle is given generally flex have less clutches. I used a straight shaft commercial echo for years and it never died. I also have used a 80$ homelite for 5 years and its still running strong

Thank you or your question. As far as model goes I use an electric with 150 foot of extension cord at my house. For anyone with weedeatables within 100 feet of plugs in your property I suggest electrics. I don't just use the regular old small diameter line I use ultra durable weedwarrior pulverizer. ..095 when tool its only rated for 060 or something.

If you have to have to get one with an engine get a small 2 stroke and are only doing around the house buy the cheap 80$ one at the store I personally don't buy into homeowner level stihl unless you buy the actual commercial models. They are just as cheap and greedy as the rest and more expensive.. As long as you folllow proper mix instructions of a JASO Rated 2 stroke oil with a stabilizer or add additional stabilizer Star tron suggested. Also store your treated gasoline in a pressure tight container. If you plan to not use whacker for longer than 30 days dump out gas and press primer bulb till carb is empty of gas and try to start to burn up remaining gas. That is the only way you will keep your weed eater or any engine for that matter starting just as easy as day 1.


I have attached winterization instructions that I give to all of my customers.


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Groo]
    #21042203 - 12/30/14 12:06 AM (9 years, 1 month ago)

What is the deal with gasoline these days?


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: gutenmeow]
    #21171894 - 01/24/15 05:16 PM (9 years, 5 days ago)

Nice. I just finished rebuilding/restoring a Clinton Panther 2 stroke and am wrapping up a hopped up honda clone build.
Looking for a Mac or West Bend kart motor if you see any...


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: fishy1]
    #21173284 - 01/25/15 12:20 AM (9 years, 5 days ago)

http://www.ebay.com/itm/ANTIQUE-VINTAGE-OLD-WEST-BEND-chrysler-power-bee-610-ENGINE-CHAINSAW-KART-100cc-/301405778916?pt=US_Chainsaws&hash=item462d2f33e4 I try my darnderst so stay away from older stuff but somehow I find they like me. I am in the process now of restoring 2 old outboards. a 69 merc 40 4hp and a sea king 3. the sea king 3 and buccaneer and a bunch of others are all exclty the same manufactured by gail. If you have a carb that you cant get clean I would be more than happy to dunk it into one of my ultrasonic cleaners if you pay shipping both ways no charge. Anyway thanks for sharing and keep me updated on some videos or finished projects!!!


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Groo]
    #21272982 - 02/14/15 11:58 AM (8 years, 11 months ago)

i just finished rebuilding a bmw big six engine,m30b35 ready for standalone,900cc injectors and T78 with a/r 0.96 on exhaust part :bigblunt:  :dancer:

brought a 85hp johnson outboard back to life autunm 2014,got it cheap beacause the seller tought it neded totally rebuilding,not many hours on it so i bought it when he said no headgaskets where ever replaced on it. did the carbs totally,and two new headgaskets,and also new gas-hoses and hooked them the right way,instead of filling the crankcase with fuel:wow:
i love mechanics and engines.


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: shroomystone]
    #21273002 - 02/14/15 12:03 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)

...im curous on 0.5g with golden teacher,and a my 450cm open boat (15 foot) and this johnson:eek: got to try. Tested it in september 2014 before storing,it jumps into plane,it has LOADS of torque,very fun:evil:


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: shroomystone]
    #21274325 - 02/14/15 06:37 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)

Don't forget lower end oil/grease and change/check your impeller at the Least bi-yearly!


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Groo]
    #21274344 - 02/14/15 06:42 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)

check impeller bi yearly? isn't that a little unnecessary?


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Algo]
    #21274759 - 02/14/15 08:28 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)

I have no mechanical experience, but we just git a free boat with an old diesel inboard engine, and the manual. apparently worked just fine when it got taken out of the water

where do i start? simple tests that anyone can do to save us some coin?


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: shadowman-x]
    #21274815 - 02/14/15 08:44 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)

If engine runs its a lot easier. But keep in mind I'm not a boat mechanic I have VERY little experience with diesel but I do have some common sense read on.


Start with a manual Get the manual and read it end to end 2x and follow the guidelines and procures

Most importantly, Change the Oil, Radiator flush insect/change cooling hoses thermostat. Battery inspection/change if nec. Waterpump impeller magic water teleportation system Whatever that beeotch uses MAKE SURE ITS RIGHT. Fuel filter learn a lot and read a lot.

The Vast Majority of All Diesel Damage is Due to Lack of Cooling System Maintenance

We don't know the exact percentage of engine failures that result from lack of cooling system maintenance, but it is surely at least 50%. You need to understand this: Diesel engines operate under a piston compression of around 350 to 550 psi. That is three to four times the amount of a gas engine. This high compression puts great strain on the engine and can build up heat very rapidly (like within 60 seconds) if there is a failure in the cooling system. Diesel cooling systems are vastly more critical than gas engine cooling systems. Gas engines can suffer from numerous moderate overheats without causing catastrophic damage. THIS IS NOT TRUE OF DIESELS.

http://marinesurvey.com/yacht/diesel_maintenance.htm


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Algo]
    #21274858 - 02/14/15 08:56 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)

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AlgoRythm said:
check impeller bi yearly? isn't that a little unnecessary?




No way for something so easy/cheap not a good idea to take any chances.  see this forum.



http://forums.iboats.com/forum/engine-repair-and-maintenance/non-repair-outboard-discussions/392376-how-often-do-you-change-your-impeller


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Groo]
    #21275452 - 02/15/15 12:05 AM (8 years, 11 months ago)

its cools like a charm,its not necessery to replace every season.this did not have a tell-tail from factory,i borred a hole and mounted a coupler in the upper cylinder (v4),that eliminated the problem of air pockets in this upper cyl. overall it cools great.


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: shroomystone]
    #21275488 - 02/15/15 12:20 AM (8 years, 11 months ago)

nice dont forget to know your user manuals inside and out and follow the maintenance schedules to REDUCE chances that you will have to call 1800 tow boat usa for $200 an hour or be paddling. Thats why I mostly ride in my sunfish


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Groo]
    #21275745 - 02/15/15 03:46 AM (8 years, 11 months ago)

True,have tought about mounting a 4hp yamaha trolling engine to lazy around on hot sunny days,all quiet and nice..cheers.:bigblunt:


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: shroomystone]
    #21281672 - 02/16/15 08:52 AM (8 years, 11 months ago)

hi there I was hoping you can help me with my most recent project

Im attempting to make a motorized bike from a homelite 26 cc weed eater engine ive stripped everything down im out the fly wheel and the shaft I need help figuring out how to attach something to the shaft and make it nice and firm on there to rotate


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Wasp]
    #21281707 - 02/16/15 09:05 AM (8 years, 11 months ago)

put pics up so we can see what you got.


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Algo]
    #21284469 - 02/16/15 05:52 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)

alrighty will do asap also just bought 3.5 hp lawn mower to make a little go kart so will be posting pics in a sec any help is appreciated this is my first dive into mechanics figured I need to know it eventually so gonna start small and work my way up to cars and all that but anyways pics in like 5 minutes


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Re: Small engine mechanic and machinist for over 10 years. [Re: Wasp]
    #21284613 - 02/16/15 06:11 PM (8 years, 11 months ago)



the bike im attempting to mount the motor to

the engine im trying to mount to the bike
the thread is at the very top of the shaft and I think I messed up the grooves on this thread not sure no bolt will screw around it



and heres the mower I just got







he said that it only needs a primer where I took a picture of the metal part where he said the primer should be I think and the pulley string has a little silver bead thing on stopping the string to fully re winding


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