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06 Nov 2025
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💧 Fuel System Fixes: Troubleshooting and Cleaning a Gummed-Up Small Engine Carburetor

Few things are as frustrating as pulling the cord on your trimmer or blower and getting nothing but sputtering, coughing, or silence. In small engines, especially after long storage periods, the main culprit is almost always the carburetor, which has been fouled by stale, ethanol-laced gasoline. When your engine is surging, stalling, or struggling to maintain a consistent idle, it's time for some focused carburetor cleaning. READ MORE

06 Nov 2025
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🔥 The Oil & Gas Ratio Riddle: Avoiding Catastrophic Two-Stroke Engine Failure

The simplicity of a two-stroke (2-cycle) engine is its greatest feature, but it also hides its greatest vulnerability: it does not have a separate oil reservoir. The oil that lubricates the piston, cylinder, and bearings is the same oil you mix directly into the gasoline. Get this ratio wrong, and you’re essentially running a time bomb. This isn't just about a little smoke—it's about protecting your investment from total catastrophic failure. READ MORE