Beginners guide to buying a weed eater
String trimmers are one of the most essential tools in our shed when it comes to doing maintenance. They are our go-to when the yard needs a little bit of quick sprucing up, but they eventually need replacement. You could also just be on the…
Common Cause of Low Compression in 2 Stroke Engines
The role of compression Having good compression is an essential component needed for any engine to run properly. To understand how compression works, you need to understand the basics behind the small engine. For one thing, your engine is a pressurized system. A mixture of fuel…
How to adjust Stihl BR600 Valves
Like a four-stroke engine, the Stihl 4 MIX line of products requires routine valve adjustments. Having proper valve adjustment helps the engine to run at its maximum capacity. A few signs that you may need to adjust your valves are loss in compression, trouble starting,…
How to Adjust STIHL FS120 FS200 FS250 FS300 Carburetor
A Carburetor is like the heart of a small engine. These devices combine the right amount of gas and air mixture needed for internal combustion. If either one is not circulating in the right amount, then an engine may not run properly or start. You…
A list of common small engine problems
Let us just face it, some box-store tools are just not worth repairing. The cost to repair them would be more than the value of the tool. But what about your more expensive equipment? Most of the time just changing a few parts may solve…
Gas or battery powered equipment. Which one is right for you?
There is an ongoing debate about Gas vs Battery-powered equipment with both sides having valid points. Gas-powered equipment produces both noise and air pollution. Gas is smelly and hazardous. Not to mention the process of mixing 2 stroke oil with gas can become exasperating after…