Those connectors are supposed to be self soldering. How much I trust that, I don't know. The reason I don't do it manually is because I am terrible at soldering.
If that works for you, that's great. However, I have replaced fuel lines on Echo's so many times and do it so quickly, that I personally find it easier to just leave it on.
That's a good question. The answer is it doesn't matter the order of the wires. If you swap them, it will work exactly the same. In this case, One wire comes from the coil, and one is just spliced to the metal frame, and all you need to do is touch the two wires (with a switch) when you want to kill the engine.
@user-gk7pj6ur5u Sometimes, if you choke it, the machine will not shut off right away, whereas if I pull the plug wire, I know it will shut off right away.
Thank you! That heat shrink is not a bad idea, but when I put the trimmer together for the last time, I will have a rubber piece that goes over that. When part 5 comes out, you'll know what I am talking about.
20 to 30 hours? You are nuts because a new, flagship Echo is in the low $300’s and that takes not even a day at work to earn…. But it’s a hobby, so I respect that
Good analysis and a helpful video. Are you up for a collaboration to help more DIY repairers by the way. Hipa supplies high quality after-market part and we are looking for youtubers to work with to make share more tips of repairing and we are more than happy to provide the parts for free to get it done.
You dont want to spend money on it but are planning to spend upwards of 30 hours restoring it? That doesnt even seem feasible to spend that kind of time
@@ScottStOnge I 100% spent 30 hours on that. I understand it's not financially a smart move, however I enjoy doing this type of stuff for fun, because I know it's unique.
Make sure to watch part 2, where I take apart the entire unit!
Excelente video Sigue ASI!!!
Well done mate good video
Thanks. Thank you for watching.
I always solder the wires before putting the heat shrink on.
Those connectors are supposed to be self soldering. How much I trust that, I don't know. The reason I don't do it manually is because I am terrible at soldering.
It's actually easier if you remove the tank instead.
If that works for you, that's great. However, I have replaced fuel lines on Echo's so many times and do it so quickly, that I personally find it easier to just leave it on.
There were 2 cut wires , How did you know which wire went with which ?... Or does it matter ?
That's a good question. The answer is it doesn't matter the order of the wires. If you swap them, it will work exactly the same. In this case, One wire comes from the coil, and one is just spliced to the metal frame, and all you need to do is touch the two wires (with a switch) when you want to kill the engine.
Engines need four things to run… fuel, spark, compression, AND timing. Yeah it’s not like the timing could be off on a trimmer
Timing on the echo trimmers is advanced by the ignition module and CAN be off but it isnt common. It is a total pain to figure out as well
This is true, however that is next to never an issue on these units.
Is there a reason to pull the spark plug wire instead of choking it to ahut it off
@user-gk7pj6ur5u Sometimes, if you choke it, the machine will not shut off right away, whereas if I pull the plug wire, I know it will shut off right away.
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That makes sense. Thank you
Good job. Some black heat shrink over those wire connections would be a simple solution. Keep it up. I hope to see your channel grow.
Thank you! That heat shrink is not a bad idea, but when I put the trimmer together for the last time, I will have a rubber piece that goes over that. When part 5 comes out, you'll know what I am talking about.
@@jonahssmallenginerepair I see. Looking forward to it!
Where did you get your wire cutters?
I got them at harbor freight (please don't judge) and then sharpened them manually.
20 to 30 hours? You are nuts because a new, flagship Echo is in the low $300’s and that takes not even a day at work to earn…. But it’s a hobby, so I respect that
I know I'm nuts, but I enjoy doing it.
@@jonahssmallenginerepair sounds good
Good analysis and a helpful video. Are you up for a collaboration to help more DIY repairers by the way. Hipa supplies high quality after-market part and we are looking for youtubers to work with to make share more tips of repairing and we are more than happy to provide the parts for free to get it done.
Hi there, I am open to the idea. Is there an email I can reach out at to further discuss?
You dont want to spend money on it but are planning to spend upwards of 30 hours restoring it?
That doesnt even seem feasible to spend that kind of time
@@ScottStOnge I 100% spent 30 hours on that. I understand it's not financially a smart move, however I enjoy doing this type of stuff for fun, because I know it's unique.
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