Stihl Blowers SECRET FLAW!! Save your Blower with this EASY FIX!!

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  • @Chickanic
    @Chickanic  7 місяців тому +1

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    • @danielshannon5705
      @danielshannon5705 4 місяці тому

      Could you tag me on how to replace the crank cord

    • @Omarantonelli
      @Omarantonelli Місяць тому

      Hello chickanic, thanks for your videos, very helpful.

  • @tee2sea
    @tee2sea Рік тому +14

    My Son found one of these blowers on the curb, out for trash. He took it to a shop that sais it was locked up do to no oil. Shared your video with him. Yep, screws loose. He now has a perfectly running blower. Thanks for saving time, money & frustration!

  • @Birdman953
    @Birdman953 9 місяців тому +3

    Thank you so much for your tutorial. I searched for seized bg56 and found your channel. I had already phoned the Stihl dealer to order a new one. After watching your explanation I found the three bolts had loosened and locked up the flywheel. Followed your instructions and cleaned up all the grease, used your long handled screwdriver armpit manoeuvre and the flywheel came off with a few taps. Three loose screws, cleaned and replaced. Tidied up like new, decoked the exhaust whilst everything was open, cleaned up, replaced the pull start and plug. Started on first pull! Now to phone the dealer to cancel my order! Thank you once again, you are the man!👍😀

  • @postalinVT
    @postalinVT Рік тому +18

    25 years as a maintenance mechanic and this is the first time I've seen the "arm pit " move. Genius !!

  • @steadfastlawncare
    @steadfastlawncare Рік тому +8

    Anytime I have questions about small engine equipment I check here. I learn something new every time I watch your videos!

  • @stevejuststuff2779
    @stevejuststuff2779 Рік тому +128

    These companies should spend an extra twenty five cents and add locktite to problem areas. Great video as usual.

    • @jdkrxw
      @jdkrxw Рік тому +21

      Dude; it's called planned obsolescence. They know exactly how long it will take for these screws to back out and how many blowers get tossed.

    • @frotobaggins7169
      @frotobaggins7169 Рік тому +20

      @@jdkrxw They should also know if their over priced junk locks up and I have to buy a new one, why would I buy another one from THEM?

    • @stevejuststuff2779
      @stevejuststuff2779 Рік тому +12

      @@jdkrxw Stihl used to be the Cadillac of equipment. Not so much anymore.

    • @raymondrobinson5251
      @raymondrobinson5251 Рік тому +8

      Don't use the red!

    • @seanmckay3392
      @seanmckay3392 Рік тому +9

      no they shouldnt that keeps chickanic in buisness

  • @mstrstrngs
    @mstrstrngs Рік тому +3

    GREAT VIDEO!! This is exactly what my issue was! I was blowing leaves, my blower made a weird metal "thrapping" sound, then jammed and stopped. 5 minutes later I found this video. It took me about 20 - 25 minutes to disassemble, clean the parts, add locktite to the bolts, and reassemble. 30 minutes later from time of blower stopping, I was back out blowing leaves. This saved me money and time! And considering the turn around time of at least two weeks to get my blower back from the shop if I brought it in. Thank you!

  • @Leodakine
    @Leodakine 2 місяці тому +1

    Thank you so much for posting this video, you just saved a retired ole man at least $100 taking it to a shop and then whatever they would charge.

  • @THEMOWERMEDIC1
    @THEMOWERMEDIC1 Рік тому +2

    correct. vibration wreaks havoc on carbs and fasteners. i too have rebuilt carbs that still leaked. best repair is to replace. il throw my thumb pump on the carb and if it dont hold i will toss it.

  • @robert.brokaw3829
    @robert.brokaw3829 Рік тому +27

    You make it look so easy to fix things. You have been a help with a lot of my equipment - so thank you. Stay safe and cool.

    • @Chickanic
      @Chickanic  Рік тому +3

      Thanks for watching!

    • @vanbulance5695
      @vanbulance5695 Рік тому +2

      Awesome Video - very knowledgeable mechanic 👩‍🔧

  • @slipperyblueclay2521
    @slipperyblueclay2521 Рік тому +30

    Another fix saving us TMF. You’re almost at 300K subscribers! Have you ever asked how your channel has grown so fast? Great presentations that are well documented and easy to follow. Keep ‘‘em coming!!!

    • @Chickanic
      @Chickanic  Рік тому +2

      Aw! Thanks so much!!

    • @paulprigge1209
      @paulprigge1209 Рік тому

      Yes I think she was at 75,000 something like that when I first started watching.

    • @slipperyblueclay2521
      @slipperyblueclay2521 Рік тому

      @@Chickanic Bre, got to help me! Is a loose chain the main cause why a chain becomes dislodged while it’s running? I had this problem with my MS170 when I use a third-party bar and chain combination. Having problems with my Timberwolf. It’s the 20 inch Oregon bar & chain. I swear it’s tight.

    • @angusbauman7887
      @angusbauman7887 Рік тому +1

      Check the bar along its grooves that the chain runs in. You need to take bar off saw. Look along the chain grooves. If one side higher than other. You will have issues. You can reclaim bar by refacing the bar grooves with a bench grinder. Run bar along grinder. Get grooves equal again.

    • @1768ify
      @1768ify 5 місяців тому

      Too tight?

  • @tnrodgers
    @tnrodgers Рік тому +5

    Nice fix! Your diagnosis process is spot on. BTW, digging the Calypso Caribbean music in the wrench time.

  • @Z7d3nR4
    @Z7d3nR4 Рік тому +3

    Chicks who fix things rock!

  • @davidwilcox9110
    @davidwilcox9110 Рік тому +4

    Girl, YOU are such an inspiration to me and so many others. If it doesn’t work you jump right in and find out why and then help us old folks (youngsters too) fix it. Thank you! Dave in Traverse City, Michigan.

  • @arnoldbrunton4144
    @arnoldbrunton4144 28 днів тому

    Hi Chickanic! Thanks, your video helped me to fix my Stihl BG 86 leaf blower. Its over 20 years old, usually starts 2nd or third pull with no issues, never been serviced. It still has the original spark plug and air filter; I didn’t know where it was located. Last week I was knee deep in leaves; my home is on the fringe of the Northeast forest, in County Durham UK. After two hours leaf clearing CLUNK! CLUNK! It locked up like the one in your video, and the back plate was shattered. Here the cost of a new replacement is £300.00, new spares were difficult to find, but with a few used parts from Ebay, it’s running like new on the same spark plug. Thank you, kind regards, Arnie.

  • @drcoffee5588
    @drcoffee5588 Рік тому +4

    Wish you had done this video 6 months ago when I trashed my makita blower. After stripping it to pieces, I found a loose bolt under the fan which locked up my unit. So mad at myself that I assumed it was a bad bearing but oh well. It was drinking oil too so its life was near the end. Keep up the good work.

  • @kentworch
    @kentworch Рік тому +4

    Nice. I personally have an electric blower, but I know this will help a lot of Stihl people though. Nice video.🤘

  • @quaddad
    @quaddad Рік тому +39

    Love it when you can fix something without having to buy a new part!

  • @markmcmeen287
    @markmcmeen287 Рік тому +7

    Awesome video, straight to the heart of the matter! Never would have thought about that being the problem. Thanks for another way to "avoid frustration!"

  • @johnportman8037
    @johnportman8037 Рік тому

    THANK YOU. I am not a small engine mechanic, but I am the "guy" all my neighbors bring their non-working equipment. I had a Troy Bilt WW come in that was locked up. The Recoil starter rope Paul's had self destructed and then messed up the fan behind it which jammed the crankshaft. Luckily I had watched this video before I tore into it.

  • @arthurjacobs5579
    @arthurjacobs5579 Місяць тому

    Thank you for your video, I thought my blower was kaput! As I dug into it, I had the exact same problem with the screws being loose and you showed me how to take it apart to solve it. Thank you very much.

  • @jeffbotkin1405
    @jeffbotkin1405 Рік тому +1

    You are a tremendous resource for the do it yourselfer. Imagine trying to figure this out no clue. Thanks

  • @richardhoffman6029
    @richardhoffman6029 Рік тому +1

    Hi Bre, I wanted to tell you about what I did to my friends weed eater! His son brought it to my house to cut down some weeds around my house! No gas in it put non ethanol fuel in it. Still sounds funky check the oil cause it's a 4 cycle engine and no oil. So all I had at the time I had some mercon 5 transmission oil it ran smooth and even started up easy next day.

  • @TommyGriffin-j6i
    @TommyGriffin-j6i Рік тому +1

    You are great at what you do girl doing what you do you do he best 4😊

  • @kpdvw
    @kpdvw Рік тому

    ah...the old Hydro lock spectre..Thank you for pointing this out ! I just love a lady who has a brain, knows how to use it , is not afraid to get her hands dirty and repairs stuff!

  • @DigitalVideoFromOz
    @DigitalVideoFromOz 2 місяці тому

    All 3 of the screws on the metal fan side of my Stihl 56 had backed out and locked up the fan/motor. Thank YOU for helping me fix this to keep this thing out of the landfill prematurely! And shame on Stihl for not using lockwashers or Loctite, to keep this from happening IN THE FIRST PLACE.

  • @cherriebeyer9331
    @cherriebeyer9331 Рік тому

    I did this repair about 5 years ago. But I needed help getting flywheel off. I ran over to a friend with repair training. He thought I missed diagnosed it! He helped me get flywheel off and was surprised that it was just the bolts coming loose.
    Wish all repairs were this easy!

  • @dhamo1414
    @dhamo1414 6 місяців тому

    This was exactly what was up with my blower. 10 min fix. The armpit leverage was a game changer.
    Thanks for your videos. (If you ever see this comment)

  • @waribaa2452
    @waribaa2452 9 місяців тому

    ohhh my god. YOU CHICKANIk is making my farm life go easier. Thank you :👍👍

  • @johnemersondavidson
    @johnemersondavidson Рік тому

    Exactly the problem I had with my Stihl wood boss. Fixed it in five minutes! Thank you for making this video and I sent you a financial thank you as well.

  • @pwilding59
    @pwilding59 Рік тому +9

    The easiest way to remove the flywheel on these 4140 motors is to back the flywheel nut off until it is flush with the end of the crankshaft, then sit the unit upright. Use a brass or aluminium drift and with one or two decent hits to the crank end, it will pop off. Bonus is the nut protects the thread and the flywheel doesn't fall too far. Also take great care lining the key up as it is cast into the flywheel and if damaged will require replacement of the flywheel.
    The Stihl hedge trimmers that use the 4140 motor are also known to have a similar issue with the screw coming loose.

  • @DustyRusty81
    @DustyRusty81 Рік тому +1

    the kind of content I like seeing, straight-forward & to the point, Thanks for the knowledge you have & how to fix it very good video

  • @radiofhi
    @radiofhi 2 місяці тому

    Been there done that with my BG86 too, a great video for those who encounter a frozen flywheel. Well done!

  • @ronpon1975
    @ronpon1975 Рік тому +1

    I learn so much from you watching your videos.

  • @sixtwoinak
    @sixtwoinak Рік тому +1

    Yo! I told my cousin about you. The cool part is, he already knew who you are. Pretty cool. 👍💪🙏

  • @-Saulgood-
    @-Saulgood- 28 днів тому

    Yep loose screws behind the fly wheel, great video! Your awesome!

  • @terrencebuller7676
    @terrencebuller7676 Рік тому +5

    Thanks for the tips and tricks. I have the same leaf blower. Take care 👍

  • @billfleming8281
    @billfleming8281 Рік тому +2

    Every episode I learn something , thank you ! Love your channel

  • @jeffb8844
    @jeffb8844 Рік тому

    I Just Found Your Channel !!! 😃 A Wealth of Information ! Off Track my Stihl KM 110 R 20 Years Old from 2003 had SHORT RUN Times and Quit, Adjusted Valves (to tight) and REMOVED Air Filter and ONE pull Started !!! I will goto Stihl Dealer and get Various Parts Plus that Grease for the String Head and the other Grease for the Hedge Trimmer ! Thanks for Your Wisdom !!!

  • @renostubbs8504
    @renostubbs8504 Рік тому +1

    You would make a perfect neighbor,keep up the good work

  • @akusik2986
    @akusik2986 Рік тому

    I so want to learn from you, I will work for free as an apprentice, although I am in my 50s.
    You're an all-around good teacher❤

  • @robertsmith7580
    @robertsmith7580 Рік тому +2

    Glad to see this video I have that very same blower so if this happens you gave me a good heads up, thank you !

  • @rogermcdonald1607
    @rogermcdonald1607 Рік тому +3

    Great video Bre! I have a Stihl B86 but haven't had any issues with it.🤞

  • @TacticalMainframe
    @TacticalMainframe Рік тому +1

    Your skills are awesome

  • @tylerbarrett6652
    @tylerbarrett6652 Рік тому +3

    Love your videos... very helpful. I wonder tho if you could use a gear puller.... instead of that armpit trick. I guess not many people have a gear puller or a steering wheel puller or whatever, but it might be nice to know that there IS an actual tool that does that job...

  • @bobkucharski9425
    @bobkucharski9425 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for your video, I had the same issue. Please note, after I completed the fix, I couldn't get it to throttle up without dying. Took it apart and found that the flywheel key was smoothed out. Found one on ebay for $45 + $10 shipping, and now it runs great.

  • @ricepadi29
    @ricepadi29 2 місяці тому

    Exactly what I needed to fix mine. Thank you so much!

  • @MentalRenovation
    @MentalRenovation 12 днів тому

    Thanks! Just did this in 10 minutes ✅

  • @JohnnieBravo1
    @JohnnieBravo1 Рік тому +4

    Always a fun start to a Friday, with another good video from Chickanic! Thank you.

  • @larkinoo
    @larkinoo Рік тому

    Dog Gone Chickanic, you did 'er again ! I am going to keep that one in mind as I have a Stihl hand held blower which is approx. 20 plus years old, yet still looks like new { no exaggeration } but have never had that problem because I keep my equipment in primo condition.

  • @wtmayhew
    @wtmayhew Рік тому +1

    Thank you Bre. That is a great suggestion on how to get the flywheel loose.

  • @hillbillyrv
    @hillbillyrv Рік тому

    I bought a chain saw several years ago (not Sthil) and it had a screw behind the flywheel backout just like this. Almost new saw for $25.......WIN !!!! Love your channel. I have learned a bunch.

  • @mikezupancic2182
    @mikezupancic2182 Рік тому +1

    Great tip! Now I'll be on the lookout for marketplace sales.

  • @eddie402009
    @eddie402009 Рік тому +2

    Thanks heaps for this one, I actually have the same model so I will be keeping a close eye on it now, cheers from down under.

  • @gregfisher216
    @gregfisher216 Рік тому +1

    Great video Bre, I knew an old lawnmower mechanic that would pop a flywheel on a push mower by taking a hard blow hammer and hit the side the of the flywheel opposite the magnet side. Of coarse on a small flywheel like that you have, you would need a smaller hammer and a steady hand.

  • @builder101-x9j
    @builder101-x9j Рік тому

    In in the UK the hourly rate for repair is £120PH minimum 1 hour charge half the price of the machine I've got 7 of this blower I need to repair so these videos have been a god send thx.

  • @jeffreywilliams7840
    @jeffreywilliams7840 3 місяці тому

    Thank you for posting this video. Just fixed my Stihl blower using your advice and I feel like a champ! Cheers!!

  • @danielrobert7181
    @danielrobert7181 Рік тому +1

    Bre, you are nothing short of fantastic. Thanks for such great info !

  • @mike.4277
    @mike.4277 Рік тому +4

    Fantastic video 😎👍

  • @jasonbusch3624
    @jasonbusch3624 Рік тому +3

    If you spin the flywheel 1/4 turn after you hit the crank a time or two it will pop right off. It helps by shifting the pressure on the taper of the crank. I also always spray a little PB blaster on the crank before I start then again after the nut is off to help with getting the flywheel off the crank taper.

  • @TomKatCustom
    @TomKatCustom 11 місяців тому

    I was about to take my locked up blower to ACE and have their guy take a look at it but then I had a better thought and looked up your video. Shure enough the screws behind the flywheel backed out. Thank you very much! You are awesome!

  • @dbert5963111
    @dbert5963111 Рік тому

    thanks for the video! great tutorial...i did it in about 10 minutes.. and saved me from buying another blower. it was only 6 years old.

  • @Weistek
    @Weistek 7 місяців тому

    I always learn something watching your videos. Thank you for creating and sharing your tips.

  • @EricFullerton-m3l
    @EricFullerton-m3l Рік тому +1

    I have the same Stihl BG-86, never have had the carb problem or screws backing out but have twice replaced the crankshaft bearings. Probably caused by shredder vac usage (and sucking in wet organic matter) causing imbalance of the rotating assembly. Great video and as always enjoy the learning!

  • @mikekrzeminski8331
    @mikekrzeminski8331 4 місяці тому

    Great video. Your video worked as planned Gets me why stilhl when building unit wouldn’t use red Loctite. I removed bolts cleaned up and red loctite. Left over nite to dry and worked great the next day. Thank you

  • @steveb7310
    @steveb7310 Рік тому +1

    Good information, I have a Stihl blower vac that’s around 8 years old and it works great. It’s good to know what to look out for and stay ahead of the curve with these quirky little machines. Thanks.

  • @charlespuckett6207
    @charlespuckett6207 10 місяців тому

    I was having trouble with the same blower being hard to pull now I know what to look for. As always thanks for another great video.

  • @bradp5157
    @bradp5157 Місяць тому

    I had the exact problem last week. I found using a gear puller works great versus a hammer and screwdriver.

  • @GeorgeT6566
    @GeorgeT6566 Рік тому

    The old Homelite XL12 was bad about doing this. Have to keep my eyes out for it on the Stihl's Thanks for the info

  • @bradgotschall3259
    @bradgotschall3259 Рік тому

    Just fixed our BG86. Screw backed out under the flywheel. Quick fix😊. Thanks for the tips 👍

  • @michaelspencer301
    @michaelspencer301 Рік тому +3

    Stihl makes a tool that you thread on the crankshaft. You run it down to the flywheel then back it up a half turn them hang the unit by your hand and give it a good sharp blow with a hammer. Loosens it right up. And there not that expensive. I use on in my shop and it fits 90% of Husqvarna crankshafts.

  • @scottrush7256
    @scottrush7256 Рік тому

    I have this blower.
    Thanks for the heads up so I can get loctite on those bolts to avoid this issue.

  • @hokieinidaho
    @hokieinidaho 7 місяців тому

    Very nice! Glad I found your channel. Mine ended up being one of the screws on the opposite side, behind the impeller. This, of course, only after having removed the flywheel to find nothing there. But it was a great learning experience, and I enjoyed watching you do what you do. Keep it up!

  • @JoeHakos
    @JoeHakos Рік тому +1

    Thanks Bre....Learned something new ....again. Happy Independence Day weekend!

  • @matthewodle7730
    @matthewodle7730 6 місяців тому

    Thanks! What you did worked perfectly and my blower was back in business in 5 minutes. Thank you!!

  • @StubProductions
    @StubProductions Рік тому

    Thank you for the video! I have a blower with this exact problem

  • @joedenton912
    @joedenton912 Рік тому

    Great video, exactly what my blower had wrong with it. Thank you!

  • @ShareTheJoyEveryday
    @ShareTheJoyEveryday 6 місяців тому +2

    She's good at what she does. 👍

  • @charleshenderson1174
    @charleshenderson1174 Рік тому

    Thanks beautiful. Always listening and learning.

  • @richardlocke3375
    @richardlocke3375 Рік тому

    Thank you so much. I thought my dad totaled mine because he thought it was built for digging post holes. 🤷‍♂️ Never could turn it over. This got it going.

  • @marclaw4511
    @marclaw4511 Рік тому

    I have two that are locked up.I will check this out.Super video.

  • @lancairw867
    @lancairw867 6 місяців тому

    Wow. Nice diagnosis. I work on small engines and would not have thought of a lose bolt causing that ?!?! Yes I have 2 stroke dirt bikes and they do rattle themselves to pieces 😂. Always got to check the bolts after a wash.

  • @andrewtravis5825
    @andrewtravis5825 Рік тому +1

    I enjoy your videos and find them clear, informative and helpful. Do you answer any questions concerning how to fix an issue? I’m in Tn and not near any small engine repair shops. Thanks

  • @PaulThomas-qo9vy
    @PaulThomas-qo9vy Рік тому

    Great video, Thanks. I worked on a Ryobi chainsaw with the same problem. Same fix worked great!

  • @jackbriscoe9590
    @jackbriscoe9590 Рік тому

    I’ve been working at a stihl shop for 9years now and I see this all the time. Most common things I find with these blowers is the screws behind the flywheel or fan and blocked spark arrestors in the mufflers

  • @joselira9076
    @joselira9076 Рік тому +1

    Awesome videos! Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. But I’m curious who taught you how to work on small engines?

  • @tonym6920
    @tonym6920 Рік тому +1

    Tricky problem, great fix! Thanks for sharing your experience. 👍👍

  • @frankward67
    @frankward67 Рік тому

    Thanks for the video..I’m getting ready to buy this model of blower.

  • @DugatDizzyLizzys
    @DugatDizzyLizzys Рік тому

    Hi Chickanic.
    Had the same problem come in this week.
    Got sprayed in fuel a bit as it was totally full of fuel.
    3 days later still hasn't flooded.
    And I also locktite those bolts in now when they come out.
    Weird vibration problem?
    Update
    Less than 24 hrs later after watching this video I had one come in and it was the fan side bolts that had come loose.
    Easy diag, engines loose.😂
    Took about 30 mins to remove the pipe, fan cover, fan (left hand threaded nut), clean the bolts and threads, lock tite them and reasemble 😁

  • @dptp9lf
    @dptp9lf Рік тому +5

    Air hammer with a blunt tip against the loose nut works good to for those flywheel nuts. May be a little more one person friendly.

    • @donmayberryjrsOPE
      @donmayberryjrsOPE Рік тому

      Definitely not a claw hammer, a ball peen has it's weight in the right place. Or air hammer lol

  • @qwertyuizxcvbnm4780
    @qwertyuizxcvbnm4780 6 місяців тому

    👋...IM A GROUNDSMAN FROM A 🌳SERVICE COMPANY IN CALI....LOVE UR PASSION & SKILLS💪🚺🤝

  • @timslocum4835
    @timslocum4835 2 місяці тому

    Thank you very much, you are a wealth of knowledge. Tim S

  • @chatrkat
    @chatrkat Рік тому

    Thanks for this. I own 2 BG-86s. Beautiful machines but a bit heavy. Put fuel in and go! Never touched an screw on mine so far.

  • @kirstenspencer3630
    @kirstenspencer3630 Рік тому

    Thanks I have the same blower, will keep an eye out for that.

  • @recycledpaul9728
    @recycledpaul9728 Рік тому

    Similar problem I had with my Redmax blower except the bolts under the fan loosened up. Left a nice groove in the plastic fan. Still runs great 12 yrs later.

  • @edwardkane3237
    @edwardkane3237 Рік тому

    Thanks for this video Chick. I have a Stihl BG 56 that it thought was seized up and was going to part it out. Maybe my blower just has the same problem with the loose screws. Definitely will be checking that out.

  • @DaneStepz
    @DaneStepz Місяць тому

    good video. Thanks for the info and good shots of the issue areas!

  • @normanmack2368
    @normanmack2368 Рік тому

    Girl you do a very good job.

  • @ficklefingeroffate
    @ficklefingeroffate Рік тому

    I fixed the problem easily as well, I bought a Ryobi 40v battery blower.

  • @cliveadams4538
    @cliveadams4538 Рік тому +1

    Hi Bre we love your videos, so informative and helpful. I live in the UK and have a Mountfield 1538M ride on. Recently I've ben having trouble with shifting through the gears mainly from reverse to 1st. I was wondering if you have ideas for me please TIA😊