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ThanYou are a ROCKSTAR! My several year old Husqvarna 125B acted just like the one you featured. I got a $20 aftermarket kit (carb, plug, fuel lines, bulb, and air filter) and it runs better that when I bought it. Local small engine wants $110 per hour plus parts. I was nervous, but your video walked me right through it. I could not have done it without you.ks!
I bought my 125B in 2016 for $150. Now (2024) $190. It definitely would not be worth taking it into a shop, cheaper to buy a new one. But $15-$30 for a new carb is well worthwhile.
Have a 125 that hasnt run in years and has been taking up space in my storage building. Saw your video while searching for info on replacing the carburetor on a Troy Bilt weedeater. Ordered the rebuild kit and followed your instructions ... it lives again, thank you so much for making easy to folloow content.
Now THAT is how you make a DIY video. Clear, concise instructions combined with great video and excellent tips you will only learn from experience. Thank you for this and well done!
Darn frustrating putting in new lines for the first time since I bought it new 2007. Sadly a different vid. popped up that wasn't clear which line went where and my lines fell apart. Soooo, I had fuel filter line going to primer, then to top of carb and leave bottom of carb returning to tank. Total backwards. What should have been 20 minutes ended up being 5 + hours wasted before I got it right. Grrrrr. Wished I had found this video as she is always great at explaining clearly.
I'm 58 years old tinkered on engines as a kid. I appreciate your videos as I do most of my own repairs. Doing it everyday you certainly see the patterns on fuels lol which is a huge problem but specific makes and models. Thank you very much.
I've had a dead Husqvana blower for some time and so glad I didn't throw it away. I had replaced some of the fuel line once before but then had problems again where it wouldn't run and just put it up. Then I saw this video. I ordered the complete kit that she recommends and followed along with the video. Took it outside for the moment of truth and it fired right up. There was only one thing that was a little difficult for me and that was getting the new grommet to click into the fuel tank. I ended up taking the whole tank out where I could get some downward pressure to push the grommet in place. Thank you Chickanic! Great instructions.
Oh my goodness...thank you so much for this tutorial...I have the same blower with the same issues and was fixing to take it to the shop for repair...I think this grandma can do this repair thanks to you! Be blessed and have a wonderful day!!!!
At Husky service training I was taught to turn course threaded screws in plastic in reverse until you feel it engage the existing threads then tighten. Supposedly keeps you from cutting new threads each time. Although a experienced mechnic will know when that is happening. You've taught me some new methods. Thanks 😊
I literally just revived an echo weed eater with new carb kit. $25. Carb, primer bulbs x3 , fuel filter, spark plug and air filter. Then I tried reviving a Ryobi blower. Then I find YOU reviving a blower. 🤔 I’m definitely buying a carb kit for it as well because I disassembled it,cleaned it , compressed air put it back together,ran like a top for a day. Now it won’t start at all. Carb is clogged up. Almost the exact same reason as in your video. Glad I found ya. Keep up the good work 🇺🇸✌️
My blower behaved poorly. Your video came up and as I watched I dissembled and your problems were my problems. An excellent walk through, thanks for the links( OEM kit is up to $50 now) parts are ordered and I expect to be back soon. Great video, very detailed, patient and obviously you have done this a time or two. Thank you!!
Theres a few property maintenance companies in southern Ontario who are very happy that you make these videos! I've always been mechanically inclined! But there are SO MANY issues that come up.! You have saved thousands of diagnostic hours for me which helps get the tool back up & running so much faster! I can't afford a Stihl or Echo franchise. Plus they have territorial restrictions! So they wouldn't give me a franchise anywhere around customers. I was at a franchise buying parts the other day, & when customers were bringing tools in for repair, the clerk tells them 4 weeks before they even know whzt is wrong with the tool. One guy had a recoil cord broken. I ciuld have had it replaced in 15 minutes! 😃😀😃 Thanks again Chick!
I just successfully changed the carburetor on mine based on watching this video a couple of times. The hardest part for me was getting the grommet to seat. Thanks so much for making such a good how-to video.
Good step by step instructions. There's one aspect I would suggest to protect the plastic screw hole threads during reassembly. Most people just start running the screws in clockwise without first lining up the screw threads with the original threads in the hole. This will chew up those plastic threads and eventually with repeated dismantling and reassembly the screws will not tighten. If you put the screw in and then turn it counterclockwise, it will take one full turn or less, you will feel the screw threads seat and lineup in the original hole threads with a little click and the screw will drop just a small distance into the hole. This now means that your original plastic screw hole threads are lined up with the metal screw threads and you won't mess up the threads in that plastic. It's not a bad idea to use this method on the metal screws and threads found on the pull rope housing also. This will save you the possibility of cross threading the metal components.
@@philliphall5198 just a little additional information, I will use a battery screwdriver once I've aligned the screws with the original threads and turned the screw manually about half to one full turn to test the alignment. If the test proves successful, if there are only a few screws I'll do them all by hand but if there are a bunch of them I will then use a battery operated screwdriver with an adjustable clutch set really low to run them all the way in and then tighten them by hand. I use a German torque method, guten tight. LOL
You seem to be the eternal optimist in cutting the fuel line before inserting it into the tank. I snip it to length only after I get the filter on and can verify how much line I need to connect it to the carb. I just came across your channel and I really appreciate your no nonsense approach to working on the equipment along with your clear step by step instructions on how to do each step. I wish you continued success in your career
Thank you for the great explanations of each step you do during your repairs. Too many people gloss over some steps forgetting that not everyone is an experienced mechanic. Us backyard newbies appreciate your way of explaining things.
Love your videos, quick intro and straight to the point! You are very informative, even giving tool information and you are attractive and fun to listen to.
I'm retired and took up small engine mechanic-ing about 4 years ago. I've seen lots of what you are showing, but the old dog learned 2 new tricks with this video. 1) "short sux". I have a purge primer as a reference with the attached hoses labeled. I don't need that anymore. 2) Inserting fuel lines - I've been cutting a short point on the fuel line in order to get it started into the tank and fighting with reaching the end in the tank. It's long points for me for. And I am embarrassed to think that I didn't figure that one out...
I watched thus video and bought a complete kit for my 125B Blower from Amazon. what a great kit less than 20 bucks it came preassembled! all the lines came feed through a new rubber plug for the top of the fuel tank. the fuel lines were all cut to length with the fuel filter already attacked. just pull out the black plug on top of the tank and feed in the new plug and lines. the Fuel Bulb is already attached leaving a short and long fuel line, the short one goes' on the bottom of the carb and long on top. it comes with everything including Air filter, Spark plug, fuel filter and all lines precut easy install.
I admit to being a clean freak when it comes to this type equipment. The first thing I would do is clean before I even started. Then I would clean each part that I remove. It may not help the running but it sure makes things pretty when I'm done reassembling. Great instructional videos here. Keep up the good work.
Hi just found your video the other day I have watched it three or four times and I changed my carburetor and my leaf blower last year by watching a video on it not yours it has never run good sense always started but stoped again watching your video I believe I crossed the fuel lines and you set me straight it now works well thank you so much for what do you do you are a very lovely lady I will always be a follower❤❤❤
I puchased the carborator kit with prime bulb and hoses attached and ready for install, from Amazon, $44.66, no cutting. Great job Chickanic!!! Thank You
Hi Chickanic..This is the best video that I've seen that you so thoroughly demonstrated! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us! You took great pains in detail showing how to connect those small gas lines. I have 2 Husqvarna blowers, one of them was given to me by my neighbor. I have noticed that the battery powered blowers just don't have the power and indurance like the gas powered ones . I have a very large easement and the battery powered one doesn't do the job before I have to replace the battery.. You are an excellent teacher and small engine Chicanic!
I just found out about you being on you tube. I have watched a few of your videos and I am quite impressed! I love the step by step. Thanks for doing this! You have taught this old 74 year old guy a few things! Thanks!
In watching your videos, I have found solutions to all of my small engine and equipment problems. Your advice and tutorials have saved me tons of cash, because I was able to repair my machines instead of replacing them. Thank you for offering such valuable information. 😁🖖
Wow! Amazing fantastic tutorial. My case the company that hired me wanted me to throw the 125B away! As the type of human that I am it did not happen. The company had purchased a back pack blower for me (without consulting me). I hate it so when one of their sister properties was been cleaned I found the blower (125B) and kept it. Yes, the blower has the same issues. I replaced the fuel lines and now I am thinking I switched them. Young lady your a life saver. Thanks for your time and effort in sharing your knowledge and skills. I have subscribed 😊
My best friend is a small engine repair instructor. You sound like him with the clear directions and demonstration. Thank you for your wonderful videos!
I watched several you tube videos on repairing my husqvarna 125B leaf blower and yours was the best. Your instructions were clear and concise. It was apparent that you had spent some time preparing your presentation. The camera was such that the viewer could see what you were talking about. I watched it a couple of times and even took some notes. With the new carburator, my leaf blower works like a dream. Thank you. I have one criticism but it is a small one. It is possible to remove the gas tank and the grommet so the fuel line can be fed through the grommet and then attach the fuel filter and feed through he grommet hole without having to fish in the tank for it with hemostats. I intend too watch some more of your videos to see if I can learn any thing about some of my other tools. Thanks
Wrong video I know but I watched your vid on best mowers at home Depot and I took your advice. I bought a Husqvarna rider with the Kawasaki motor. I'm building a business off of this machine and after 3 weeks I love it. Thanks for the advice!
I just bought an edger that same blower and a Husqvarna weedeater, the two had messed up balls, but on the blower I basically did exactly what you did I’m very mechanically inclined but with this technology we have it’s great that being 51 by learning it by the sweatier Brown, and not having the Internet. It kind of feels like you’ve been robbed, but it was a great video I used it. It worked great and I need a sidekick just like you. God bless and keep going.
Just fixed my Husqvara leaf blower. I watched your video, ordered the parts, and it works great! Really liked the video. It was simple and straightforward and you gave some great tips. Thanks!
Thanks for your video on fixing the Husqvarna blower. I give credit where credit is due and it’s all thanks to you. My blower was acting exactly like the unit you were working on, and while the lines were not rotted yet, the fuel filter had come off the line. I was able to replace the line and filter easy enough and runs perfectly. Thanks again.
Thank you for all you do with your Repair videos!. I have a No Start ..125B. Seemed to be flooding, Bought new carb and plug.. No difference... bought a spark tester, good spark after the third time of tearing into it, I was going to check the piston for scoring from the Exhaust side. Immediately I noticed the exhaust plug was completely blocked by an insect of some kind. Cleaned the exhaust screen and started on the next pull. Thought that would be something to add to a check list for these 2 cycle engines....
THANKS Bre!!! I have the 125B and it had this exact problem! I didn't replace the carb but did an extensive cleaning of it. It too would only run on choke. This vid got my blower going full speed again!!!
You Rock! Thank you! Saved me $$$ again! One note on the new kit you linked from Amazon...kit includes tank grommet with fuel lines already attached so install is even easier! Sweet!
Wow I just picked up one of these with the Same issue. You’re video is awesome. It makes me feel really confident. Very descriptive great detail. Thank you.
Great information on the Husky 125B not running full RPM. I just installed a new carb kit. I was able to use my Husky today, but only about 1/2 RPM. After watching your Video, I think my next attempt will be making the filter line in the tank shorter. The one already attached to bulb and filter on the end, was about 10-12 inches long. Filter may not be flat in the bottom of tank causing carb to starve for fuel. The 125B is a great little blower. First time I've had a problem with it in 8 yrs. I use ethanol free gas/oil mix... Thanks!
I have a poulan blower that had a similar problem. however it was only 2 years old when it would not run at full throttle. turns out i had to buy a special carb adjustment tool ( a whopping 4 bucks!!!). a slight turn to richen it up and she runs like a champ! love all your videos!
My 2 year old 122cc husqvarna hedge trimmer got rotten fuel lines but it's been sitting in the shed for a while. Big up from Scotland 👍👍 thanks for the Tips. I rang a garage in Scotland and they wanted £66 per hour just to look at it lol 🤣
Although I have been working on my own equipment for 52 years, I learn something on every video. Thank you so much for making all this knowledge public. Some of these procedures are not needed often. If you buy good equipment and store it without drying out, some engines can go for 20 years before requiring fuel service. This causes users like me to have very little experience in replacing fuel lines! Thanks again!
Spot on video! Exactly how you said it would be. From the filter laying in the tank, to the hemostats at Harbor Freight which is a good addition to my tool box. Blower runs perfect. Thanks so much!
Thanks for the great video! I bought the kit that you reccomended along with the tools. Had my blower running like you in less than 20 minutes. Thanks agin!!!
I have had the same issue with mine, I ordered the kit and install new carb and now the blower will not purge fuel into the bulb, only about 30% fuel and the rest just air. After watching this I believe my new carb diagram sucked in debris from tank as both carbs with new lines on both carbs do exactly the same symptoms. Small amount of fuel, but mostly air. I got so PO'd I went and purchased a new Stihl which runs great, but I walk by the 125b on a daily basis and just shake my head at it. For 50 years I've prided myself on fixing "Anything"; now my ego and self esteem was busted by the darn POS 125b . After watching your video I'm going to check the diagram in new carb and old carb. After that it will be donated to WM Waste Management if I cannot achieve fuel in one of the 2 carbs and 4 bulbs, after 8 teardowns and 30 hours of work. Lol...
Thanks for video. I use two blowers simultaneously. A back pack and a hand held in the left hand. The 350ib works great offhand but the run time is lacking. Considering getting this blower to use with the back pack.
I’m a new subscriber I first thought just another pretty face to make your UA-cam channel but your know your stuff You’re the real deal. Thanks for sharing your knowledge
My Husky weedeater would crank, idle but wouldn't throttle up so I replaced the fuel lines and still wouldn't run properly. Come to find out it was the fuel cap, replaced it since I had another one and has been running fine ever since! Great vid
My brother gave me this blower because it wouldn’t run right. It had spark, comp, bulb and fuel lines looked fine. It would Run on choke was mostly how it would run. I thought fast and slow idle adjustments needed to be tweaked. I bought a adjustment driver set to adjust the fast and slow settings. I made some tweaks and it now runs smoothly.
Just picked up that exact blower for free. The guy was just throwing all of his old stuff out. I took it up the road and it cranked right up. I used it to just blow some stuff off of their driveway, until it ran out of gas. I will definitely be checking the fuel lines often though.
I use the Husqvarna 525BX and it's the best hand held blower I've ever used! Sometimes it takes a few seconds to get going on a cold start, but in my 30 years of experience, it outperforms everything else. If you can afford it, professional models are the ones to go for!
Thanks for the link to the OEM carb kit. My 125B is several years old and runs well now because I take care with managing the fuels I use and proper prepping for winter storage. However, with certainty I am sure a carb overhaul or replacement is inevitable. So, I just ordered a new carb. Keep up the good work. Bill
I have that blower and it is usually fussy getting it started with just the right choke setting. Using this guide, I'll perform an inspection and see if I can improve things. Thanks very much!
Great tutorial. Bought the carb kit and replaced all, purge ball, lines... He starts, runs, but still won't throttle up without some choke. Also adjusted the carb adjustments. Pulling to crank does have good resistance, which probably has good compression, but doesn't have a tester. I'm not sure what else to do.
Hi it’s Brad from the land down under (Australia 🇦🇺) here and I just thought I’d tell you something that I do to all of my 2 stroke small engines and that is change the two fuel line going through the grommet set up with the Stihl set up with the grommet and fuel lines all in one piece with the filter normally attached to the pick up line I have found they fit just about any engine with that type of fuel set up it’s so easy and inexpensive to just put the stihl fuel lines in kind regards, Bradley.
Hey Bre, I just took my 525bx to the shop and they quoted me basically needing all you mentioned here with this 125, mine will start but you have to literally constantly fluctuate the choke while holding the throttle to “have a chance” of it staying running. They wanted about $150, I said “yeah that’s ok, thanks though” I only paid $100 for it to begin with. So I’m going to TRY my hand at replacing these items myself.
Thanks for your channel and videos. I have saved almost $300 by doing the repairs and maintenance on my own equipment getting ready for the lawn care season. Several of your videos have helped me greatly.
More impressed by you with each video. Thanks for the time and effort you put in to each one. You’re charming as well so all us small engine simps pay attention. Ron is a lucky man. :)
Outstanding video, there can be one other cause for idle but no throttle up, the flame arrestor screen on the muffler can get clogged as well. Most times if the customer or user is putting too much oil in their fuel it can foul the spark plug as well as clog the outlet screen on the muffler. I'd taken dozens of them apart and clean that screen with a torch or a wire brush. Gas powered engines need to inhale and exhale, clogged screen prevents it from exhaling. Most Mufflers have a removable screen, it's just one small screw. I used to train technicians, they'd be going out of their minds after replacing carburetor and fuel lines only to have the unit not throttle up
ThankYou so much for this AND All your diagnostic, Very detailed videos. My timing was perfect for this one as I've the same Husq. 125B With the same problem! Ordered & received the carb kit, installed it per your exact instructions And wahlah !!! She started 3rd pull & purrs like New. Thanks again Ma'am for your support. Old mechanic < N. C. PA, USA
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ThanYou are a ROCKSTAR! My several year old Husqvarna 125B acted just like the one you featured. I got a $20 aftermarket kit (carb, plug, fuel lines, bulb, and air filter) and it runs better that when I bought it. Local small engine wants $110 per hour plus parts. I was nervous, but your video walked me right through it. I could not have done it without you.ks!
I bought my 125B in 2016 for $150. Now (2024) $190. It definitely would not be worth taking it into a shop, cheaper to buy a new one. But $15-$30 for a new carb is well worthwhile.
You are more knowledgeable and descriptive on repairing small engines that any GUY I have seen on this site, You GO GIRL!!
I only wish all the videos would be like this one. Very detail oriented, no bull. Thumbs up. Thanks.
And much easier to look at. 😃
Great video. Very detailed explanation including the necessary tool sizes etc. Thank you.
Best site for accurate info on 2 cycle equipment. This lady knows her business!
Have a 125 that hasnt run in years and has been taking up space in my storage building. Saw your video while searching for info on replacing the carburetor on a Troy Bilt weedeater. Ordered the rebuild kit and followed your instructions ... it lives again, thank you so much for making easy to folloow content.
I love the way you always show a step by step on how to reassemble each piece after the repair. Your patience and knowledge is appreciated.
Now THAT is how you make a DIY video. Clear, concise instructions combined with great video and excellent tips you will only learn from experience. Thank you for this and well done!
Darn frustrating putting in new lines for the first time since I bought it new 2007. Sadly a different vid. popped up that wasn't clear which line went where and my lines fell apart. Soooo, I had fuel filter line going to primer, then to top of carb and leave bottom of carb returning to tank. Total backwards. What should have been 20 minutes ended up being 5 + hours wasted before I got it right. Grrrrr. Wished I had found this video as she is always great at explaining clearly.
I have no idea why I watch any other repair videos. I use my Husqvarna tools hard and you always bring them back to life. Thanks
I'm 58 years old tinkered on engines as a kid. I appreciate your videos as I do most of my own repairs. Doing it everyday you certainly see the patterns on fuels lol which is a huge problem but specific makes and models. Thank you very much.
I'm an old hand with small engines. I've watched some of your vids, and have to say, I'm impressed. Keep it going girl.
Thank you for such detailed and concise instructions. I appreciate that you spoke clearly, slowly and your camera was spot on. Great job, Thank you
I've had a dead Husqvana blower for some time and so glad I didn't throw it away. I had replaced some of the fuel line once before but then had problems again where it wouldn't run and just put it up. Then I saw this video. I ordered the complete kit that she recommends and followed along with the video. Took it outside for the moment of truth and it fired right up. There was only one thing that was a little difficult for me and that was getting the new grommet to click into the fuel tank. I ended up taking the whole tank out where I could get some downward pressure to push the grommet in place. Thank you Chickanic! Great instructions.
I've watched a few gas line repairs, and you are the first to make it perfectly clear on the routing of the fuel lines. Thank you.
I wasted 5+ hours because a different vid popped up first before I finally got the lines routed right. Chickanic is the best.
Oh my goodness...thank you so much for this tutorial...I have the same blower with the same issues and was fixing to take it to the shop for repair...I think this grandma can do this repair thanks to you! Be blessed and have a wonderful day!!!!
At Husky service training I was taught to turn course threaded screws in plastic in reverse until you feel it engage the existing threads then tighten. Supposedly keeps you from cutting new threads each time. Although a experienced mechnic will know when that is happening. You've taught me some new methods. Thanks 😊
Good practice when threading any fasteners together if your worried about cross threading.
We experienced mechanics do this, too. It's not an amateur thing.
I literally just revived an echo weed eater with new carb kit. $25. Carb, primer bulbs x3 , fuel filter, spark plug and air filter. Then I tried reviving a Ryobi blower. Then I find YOU reviving a blower. 🤔
I’m definitely buying a carb kit for it as well because I disassembled it,cleaned it , compressed air put it back together,ran like a top for a day. Now it won’t start at all. Carb is clogged up. Almost the exact same reason as in your video.
Glad I found ya. Keep up the good work 🇺🇸✌️
It’s that time of year! Carb issues galore!
Yup! Last week was throttle cable week. Four in a week is not normal.
My blower behaved poorly. Your video came up and as I watched I dissembled and your problems were my problems. An excellent walk through, thanks for the links( OEM kit is up to $50 now)
parts are ordered and I expect to be back soon. Great video, very detailed, patient and obviously you have done this a time or two. Thank you!!
Got the parts, followed the video and it started first pull and runs like new. Thanks again!!
Theres a few property maintenance companies in southern Ontario who are very happy that you make these videos!
I've always been mechanically inclined! But there are SO MANY issues that come up.! You have saved thousands of diagnostic hours for me which helps get the tool back up & running so much faster! I can't afford a Stihl or Echo franchise. Plus they have territorial restrictions! So they wouldn't give me a franchise anywhere around customers.
I was at a franchise buying parts the other day, & when customers were bringing tools in for repair, the clerk tells them 4 weeks before they even know whzt is wrong with the tool. One guy had a recoil cord broken. I ciuld have had it replaced in 15 minutes! 😃😀😃
Thanks again Chick!
I just successfully changed the carburetor on mine based on watching this video a couple of times. The hardest part for me was getting the grommet to seat. Thanks so much for making such a good how-to video.
Good step by step instructions. There's one aspect I would suggest to protect the plastic screw hole threads during reassembly. Most people just start running the screws in clockwise without first lining up the screw threads with the original threads in the hole. This will chew up those plastic threads and eventually with repeated dismantling and reassembly the screws will not tighten. If you put the screw in and then turn it counterclockwise, it will take one full turn or less, you will feel the screw threads seat and lineup in the original hole threads with a little click and the screw will drop just a small distance into the hole. This now means that your original plastic screw hole threads are lined up with the metal screw threads and you won't mess up the threads in that plastic. It's not a bad idea to use this method on the metal screws and threads found on the pull rope housing also. This will save you the possibility of cross threading the metal components.
I always do the "turn CCW 'til it clicks over the thread edge" on spark plugs and oil plugs, too
I will not use power tools to put anything to geather and after watching the ( pro) use them I know there damage the equipment 😊
@@philliphall5198 just a little additional information, I will use a battery screwdriver once I've aligned the screws with the original threads and turned the screw manually about half to one full turn to test the alignment. If the test proves successful, if there are only a few screws I'll do them all by hand but if there are a bunch of them I will then use a battery operated screwdriver with an adjustable clutch set really low to run them all the way in and then tighten them by hand. I use a German torque method, guten tight. LOL
You seem to be the eternal optimist in cutting the fuel line before inserting it into the tank. I snip it to length only after I get the filter on and can verify how much line I need to connect it to the carb. I just came across your channel and I really appreciate your no nonsense approach to working on the equipment along with your clear step by step instructions on how to do each step. I wish you continued success in your career
When it comes to small engines, this is my go-to expert. No bullshit and no fluff. Stays on the subject.
Thank you for the great explanations of each step you do during your repairs. Too many people gloss over some steps forgetting that not everyone is an experienced mechanic. Us backyard newbies appreciate your way of explaining things.
Yes😂
Love your videos, quick intro and straight to the point! You are very informative, even giving tool information and you are attractive and fun to listen to.
I'm retired and took up small engine mechanic-ing about 4 years ago. I've seen lots of what you are showing, but the old dog learned 2 new tricks with this video. 1) "short sux". I have a purge primer as a reference with the attached hoses labeled. I don't need that anymore. 2) Inserting fuel lines - I've been cutting a short point on the fuel line in order to get it started into the tank and fighting with reaching the end in the tank. It's long points for me for. And I am embarrassed to think that I didn't figure that one out...
I watched thus video and bought a complete kit for my 125B Blower from Amazon. what a great kit less than 20 bucks it came preassembled! all the lines came feed through a new rubber plug for the top of the fuel tank. the fuel lines were all cut to length with the fuel filter already attacked. just pull out the black plug on top of the tank and feed in the new plug and lines. the Fuel Bulb is already attached leaving a short and long fuel line, the short one goes' on the bottom of the carb and long on top. it comes with everything including Air filter, Spark plug, fuel filter and all lines precut easy install.
I admit to being a clean freak when it comes to this type equipment. The first thing I would do is clean before I even started. Then I would clean each part that I remove. It may not help the running but it sure makes things pretty when I'm done reassembling. Great instructional videos here. Keep up the good work.
Hi just found your video the other day I have watched it three or four times and I changed my carburetor and my leaf blower last year by watching a video on it not yours it has never run good sense always started but stoped again watching your video I believe I crossed the fuel lines and you set me straight it now works well thank you so much for what do you do you are a very lovely lady I will always be a follower❤❤❤
I puchased the carborator kit with prime bulb and hoses attached and ready for install, from Amazon, $44.66, no cutting. Great job Chickanic!!! Thank You
Hi Chickanic..This is the best video that I've seen that you so thoroughly demonstrated! Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experience with us! You took great pains in detail showing how to connect those small gas lines. I have 2 Husqvarna blowers, one of them was given to me by my neighbor. I have noticed that the battery powered blowers just don't have the power and indurance like the gas powered ones . I have a very large easement and the battery powered one doesn't do the job before I have to replace the battery.. You are an excellent teacher and small engine Chicanic!
I just found out about you being on you tube. I have watched a few of your videos and I am quite impressed! I love the step by step. Thanks for doing this! You have taught this old 74 year old guy a few things! Thanks!
In watching your videos, I have found solutions to all of my small engine and equipment problems. Your advice and tutorials have saved me tons of cash, because I was able to repair my machines instead of replacing them. Thank you for offering such valuable information. 😁🖖
Wow! Amazing fantastic tutorial. My case the company that hired me wanted me to throw the 125B away! As the type of human that I am it did not happen.
The company had purchased a back pack blower for me (without consulting me). I hate it so when one of their sister properties was been cleaned I found the blower (125B) and kept it.
Yes, the blower has the same issues. I replaced the fuel lines and now I am thinking I switched them. Young lady your a life saver.
Thanks for your time and effort in sharing your knowledge and skills. I have subscribed 😊
My best friend is a small engine repair instructor. You sound like him with the clear directions and demonstration. Thank you for your wonderful videos!
I watched several you tube videos on repairing my husqvarna 125B leaf blower and yours was the best. Your instructions were clear and concise. It was apparent that you had spent some time preparing your presentation. The camera was such that the viewer could see what you were talking about. I watched it a couple of times and even took some notes. With the new carburator, my leaf blower works like a dream. Thank you. I have one criticism but it is a small one. It is possible to remove the gas tank and the grommet so the fuel line can be fed through the grommet and then attach the fuel filter and feed through he grommet hole without having to fish in the tank for it with hemostats. I intend too watch some more of your videos to see if I can learn any thing about some of my other tools. Thanks
Wrong video I know but I watched your vid on best mowers at home Depot and I took your advice. I bought a Husqvarna rider with the Kawasaki motor. I'm building a business off of this machine and after 3 weeks I love it. Thanks for the advice!
Genial una mujer ejemplar y tan autosuficiente, sos inspiradora para todos los que quieren aprender, gracias!!! Saludos de un Uruguayo 🧉🧉🧉🧉🧉
Love you. Love your confidence, the way you troubleshoot the problem and your demeanor.
I just bought an edger that same blower and a Husqvarna weedeater, the two had messed up balls, but on the blower I basically did exactly what you did I’m very mechanically inclined but with this technology we have it’s great that being 51 by learning it by the sweatier Brown, and not having the Internet. It kind of feels like you’ve been robbed, but it was a great video I used it. It worked great and I need a sidekick just like you. God bless and keep going.
😂😢🎉😅 And I just took the carburetor all apart and cleaned it. It works good. It’s 2:30 in the morning so I couldn’t let it run too long lol.
Just fixed my Husqvara leaf blower. I watched your video, ordered the parts, and it works great! Really liked the video. It was simple and straightforward and you gave some great tips. Thanks!
Thanks for your video on fixing the Husqvarna blower. I give credit where credit is due and it’s all thanks to you. My blower was acting exactly like the unit you were working on, and while the lines were not rotted yet, the fuel filter had come off the line. I was able to replace the line and filter easy enough and runs perfectly. Thanks again.
appreciate the clear step by step procedures for all the repairs , she never skips a step 👍✌
Thank you!
Thank you thank you...I just put the new carb and fuel line kit on my blower and with a few carb adjustments she is back to blowing...be blessed
Your video kept me from having to buy a new leaf blower. Thanks!!
Super well explained. To the point. Little extra tips. Problems one may run into are even added. Thanks. Great vid!
Where were girls like you when I was growing up? I really enjoy your clear explanations of your repairs. Happy I found your channel. You are awesome!
Your instructional videos are a big help to me even though I've been working on my own equipment for 40 years. Thank you very much!
Thank you for all you do with your Repair videos!. I have a No Start ..125B. Seemed to be flooding, Bought new carb and plug.. No difference... bought a spark tester, good spark
after the third time of tearing into it, I was going to check the piston for scoring from the Exhaust side. Immediately I noticed the exhaust plug was completely blocked by an insect of some kind. Cleaned the exhaust screen and started on the next pull. Thought that would be something to add to a check list for these 2 cycle engines....
I've been battling my leaf blower for a few years and this completely resolved my issue. Thank you @Chickanic!
THANKS Bre!!! I have the 125B and it had this exact problem! I didn't replace the carb but did an extensive cleaning of it. It too would only run on choke. This vid got my blower going full speed again!!!
It took a woman to show me how to do fuel line placement!! Thank you!! And for telling me I can choose any hole of my desire...
You Rock! Thank you! Saved me $$$ again! One note on the new kit you linked from Amazon...kit includes tank grommet with fuel lines already attached so install is even easier! Sweet!
Have an old Stihl blower having this issue. I think I can bring it back to life with this video's help! Thanks for posting, love your channel!
Thanks! So helpful.
I must say you are explaining it very well step by step, good luck in your business !
Mine stopped starting yesterday. I'm sure that I have the same issue. Thanks for the great video! Planning on fixing soon.
Wow I just picked up one of these with the Same issue. You’re video is awesome. It makes me feel really confident. Very descriptive great detail. Thank you.
Great information on the Husky 125B not running full RPM. I just installed a new carb kit. I was able to use my Husky today, but only about 1/2 RPM. After watching your Video, I think my next attempt will be making the filter line in the tank shorter. The one already attached to bulb and filter on the end, was about 10-12 inches long. Filter may not be flat in the bottom of tank causing carb to starve for fuel. The 125B is a great little blower. First time I've had a problem with it in 8 yrs. I use ethanol free gas/oil mix... Thanks!
I have a poulan blower that had a similar problem. however it was only 2 years old when it would not run at full throttle. turns out i had to buy a special carb adjustment tool ( a whopping 4 bucks!!!). a slight turn to richen it up and she runs like a champ! love all your videos!
I always love it when someone makes a video about a question that I asked.
My 2 year old 122cc husqvarna hedge trimmer got rotten fuel lines but it's been sitting in the shed for a while. Big up from Scotland 👍👍 thanks for the Tips. I rang a garage in Scotland and they wanted £66 per hour just to look at it lol 🤣
Although I have been working on my own equipment for 52 years, I learn something on every video. Thank you so much for making all this knowledge public. Some of these procedures are not needed often. If you buy good equipment and store it without drying out, some engines can go for 20 years before requiring fuel service. This causes users like me to have very little experience in replacing fuel lines! Thanks again!
THANK YOU!!! I just got mine running today and it is doing the same thing! I’ll be ordering a new kit. Thanks again!
Spot on video! Exactly how you said it would be. From the filter laying in the tank, to the hemostats at Harbor Freight which is a good addition to my tool box. Blower runs perfect. Thanks so much!
Thanks for the great video! I bought the kit that you reccomended along with the tools. Had my blower running like you in less than 20 minutes. Thanks agin!!!
This is the best small engine channel on u tube thank you.
I have had the same issue with mine, I ordered the kit and install new carb and now the blower will not purge fuel into the bulb, only about 30% fuel and the rest just air. After watching this I believe my new carb diagram sucked in debris from tank as both carbs with new lines on both carbs do exactly the same symptoms. Small amount of fuel, but mostly air.
I got so PO'd I went and purchased a new Stihl which runs great, but I walk by the 125b on a daily basis and just shake my head at it. For 50 years I've prided myself on fixing "Anything"; now my ego and self esteem was busted by the darn POS 125b . After watching your video I'm going to check the diagram in new carb and old carb. After that it will be donated to WM Waste Management if I cannot achieve fuel in one of the 2 carbs and 4 bulbs, after 8 teardowns and 30 hours of work. Lol...
Thanks for video. I use two blowers simultaneously. A back pack and a hand held in the left hand. The 350ib works great offhand but the run time is lacking. Considering getting this blower to use with the back pack.
Very detailed and precise description of the process Bre. Great video as always! ✌🎥🇺🇸
Thanks Roger!
That was the best descriptive video Ive seen. I had my fuel lines crossed. Thank You
Always love it when I get a notification that you have posted a new video. This one did not dissipoint. Good job!!
I’m a new subscriber
I first thought just another pretty face to make your UA-cam channel but your know your stuff
You’re the real deal.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge
Thanks for subbing!
My Husky weedeater would crank, idle but wouldn't throttle up so I replaced the fuel lines and still wouldn't run properly. Come to find out it was the fuel cap, replaced it since I had another one and has been running fine ever since! Great vid
Great Video! I have a Husqvarna blower that will not start, and its only 1 year old, I will apply your knowledge towards it! God Bless!
My brother gave me this blower because it wouldn’t run right. It had spark, comp, bulb and fuel lines looked fine. It would Run on choke was mostly how it would run. I thought fast and slow idle adjustments needed to be tweaked. I bought a adjustment driver set to adjust the fast and slow settings. I made some tweaks and it now runs smoothly.
Wow. Thank you for being so clear. Probably the best instructional video watched. I'm ready to get into it now!
Nice tutorial and thanks for the close ups, they really help.
You are bad kiddo. I just fixed a blower thanks to you. I appreciate you a bunch.
Just picked up that exact blower for free. The guy was just throwing all of his old stuff out. I took it up the road and it cranked right up. I used it to just blow some stuff off of their driveway, until it ran out of gas. I will definitely be checking the fuel lines often though.
I use the Husqvarna 525BX and it's the best hand held blower I've ever used! Sometimes it takes a few seconds to get going on a cold start, but in my 30 years of experience, it outperforms everything else. If you can afford it, professional models are the ones to go for!
Thanks for the link to the OEM carb kit. My 125B is several years old and runs well now because I take care with managing the fuels I use and proper prepping for winter storage. However, with certainty I am sure a carb overhaul or replacement is inevitable. So, I just ordered a new carb.
Keep up the good work.
Bill
1 year later and the price jumped 20% on Amazon.
I have that blower and it is usually fussy getting it started with just the right choke setting. Using this guide, I'll perform an inspection and see if I can improve things. Thanks very much!
Hi John how are you doing today. Hope you are having a good weather 😊
Best video on this particular job I have seen.
I got the hemostats you gave a link to and I love them. They work much better than the long needle-nosed plyers. Thanks for the heads-up.
Good video, my blower was doing the exact same thing, I ordered a new carb from the link above. Thank you!
Great tutorial. Bought the carb kit and replaced all, purge ball, lines...
He starts, runs, but still won't throttle up without some choke. Also adjusted the carb adjustments.
Pulling to crank does have good resistance, which probably has good compression, but doesn't have a tester. I'm not sure what else to do.
Thanks so much for the great vid!! Easy to follow, produced and paced well. My blower is running perfectly now :)
Those tools, oh yes very good to have, now after watching you I’ve got to go buy some. Harbor freight, wonderful. Thanks
Hi it’s Brad from the land down under (Australia 🇦🇺) here and I just thought I’d tell you something that I do to all of my 2 stroke small engines and that is change the two fuel line going through the grommet set up with the Stihl set up with the grommet and fuel lines all in one piece with the filter normally attached to the pick up line I have found they fit just about any engine with that type of fuel set up it’s so easy and inexpensive to just put the stihl fuel lines in kind regards, Bradley.
Hey Bre, I just took my 525bx to the shop and they quoted me basically needing all you mentioned here with this 125, mine will start but you have to literally constantly fluctuate the choke while holding the throttle to “have a chance” of it staying running. They wanted about $150, I said “yeah that’s ok, thanks though” I only paid $100 for it to begin with. So I’m going to TRY my hand at replacing these items myself.
Thanks just did mine and works great. Plus your very good looking to watch! Was very through and well explained. Saved me some $$. Great job thx.
Incredibly helpful video as always! I have this blower and now I actually WANT it to fail so I can follow along with this video! :)
very good when my husqvarna quits, I now know what to do. thanks a lot you are good Charley
Thanks for your channel and videos. I have saved almost $300 by doing the repairs and maintenance on my own equipment getting ready for the lawn care season. Several of your videos have helped me greatly.
More impressed by you with each video. Thanks for the time and effort you put in to each one. You’re charming as well so all us small engine simps pay attention. Ron is a lucky man. :)
Got to love that ethanol,the worse enemy of a small engine
Taryl Fixes All did a two-year experiment with all the different types of fuel additives you’ll be surprised of the outcome
Ethanol and safety switches are the money makers for small engine repair guys and girls! Otherwise, 90% of our work opportunities would not exist.
Byden is raising the ethanol to 15%
@@thinkingimpaired5663 anything to win the mid term elections. Impact on price expected to be 10 cents. Desperate to mitigate November losses.
@@haneyoakie14 while UA-cam does anything to shadowban your latest comment. I'm surprised you were able to actually see my first comment.
Outstanding video, there can be one other cause for idle but no throttle up, the flame arrestor screen on the muffler can get clogged as well. Most times if the customer or user is putting too much oil in their fuel it can foul the spark plug as well as clog the outlet screen on the muffler. I'd taken dozens of them apart and clean that screen with a torch or a wire brush. Gas powered engines need to inhale and exhale, clogged screen prevents it from exhaling. Most Mufflers have a removable screen, it's just one small screw. I used to train technicians, they'd be going out of their minds after replacing carburetor and fuel lines only to have the unit not throttle up
ThankYou so much for this AND All your diagnostic, Very detailed videos. My timing was perfect for this one as I've the same Husq. 125B With the same problem! Ordered & received the carb kit, installed it per your exact instructions And wahlah !!! She started 3rd pull & purrs like New. Thanks again Ma'am for your support.
Old mechanic < N. C. PA, USA