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James Condon
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Приєднався 15 бер 2007
I repair neglected power equipment. This channel was started because I found a lack of good content regarding portable generator repair and wanted to document some of the things I came across to help others dealing with similar issues. These videos are detailed and long, but would rather leave the details in to help those who are learning.
Do what I do at your own risk. Generator voltages are lethal. Small engines can cause serious injury. Gasoline is explosive and moving parts can cause serious injury. Always use power equipment outside. This is not an instructional video but meant for entertainment. I am not a trained small engine professional or certified in generator repair. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result is the sole responsibility of the user.
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Do what I do at your own risk. Generator voltages are lethal. Small engines can cause serious injury. Gasoline is explosive and moving parts can cause serious injury. Always use power equipment outside. This is not an instructional video but meant for entertainment. I am not a trained small engine professional or certified in generator repair. No information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result is the sole responsibility of the user.
If you want give back, use PayPal: www.paypal.com/paypalme/jamescondonYT
Kipor Generator Won't Run
A viewer from Canada sent me his Kipor inverter generator. It is just over 10 years old and ran great for the first 3 years at which point it started surging and would stall. Kipor sent him a replacement carburetor, but it ran the same after installing it. The generator has not been usable since. It is a fuel issue?
Generator Model: Kipor KGE 1000Ti
I no longer use Harbor Freight Super Heavy Duty Degreaser in my ultrasonic cleaner. Harbor Freight changed the recipe. The bottle previously stated "NON-CORROSIVE". Now it says "CORROSIVE", "do not user on Aluminum". It now damages most carburetors. Recently I have been using Simple Green PRO HD with good results.
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Generator Model: Kipor KGE 1000Ti
I no longer use Harbor Freight Super Heavy Duty Degreaser in my ultrasonic cleaner. Harbor Freight changed the recipe. The bottle previously stated "NON-CORROSIVE". Now it says "CORROSIVE", "do not user on Aluminum". It now damages most carburetors. Recently I have been using Simple Green PRO HD with good results.
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Vintage Troy-Bilt Tiller Has Issues
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A local subscriber "Stanley" was given this tiller when the original owner no longer had need for it. Stanley realized it was too big for his needs and maybe more then he bargained for so he passed it on to us. It ran when last used. How bad can it be? Lets get this 1980's Tecumseh powered Troy-Bilt Junior tiller back to work. Tiller Model: 15006, 15006, 15006, 15021, 50126, 50127, 50173, 50204...
Low Hours Generac Won't Start
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Jason picked up this Generac XG10000 for $500. It is about 10 years old and has only been run for 12 minutes! Fuel was left in the carburetor and now the engine will not start. Thankfully Generac does sell a replacement carburetor. Unfortunatly they want $300 for a new one. Lets see if we can get the old one running again. Generator Model: XG10000E (0058022) Oil Filter: 070185ES / 070185E amzn....
Honda Clone (GX390) Engine Rebuild - Low Hour Engine Dropped a Valve
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Last week I pulled this engine off a Generac GP6500 after this engine dropped a valve and punched a hole in the piston. The cylinder and block survived and this is a good candidate for a rebuild. The problem is the price of parts. The parts cost is close to $500 from Generac to repair. I have parts from other blown-up 389cc Honda clone engines. I think I have enough to piece this one together f...
Generac Generator Dropped a Valve - Will It Run and Make Power Again?
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This Generac GP6500 Generator was given away for free. According to the owner, she was running it when it abruptly shut down and locked up. A friend took it apart and discovered a valve dropped out of the head and fell into the cylinder punching a hole in the piston and destroying the head. This machine was given away for parts. Can it be rebuilt? Or should I just swap out the engine? Things we...
Generac Generator Won't Start
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This is a 5000 watt Generac made in 1999 powered by a Tecumseh HM100 engine. The owner gave this one away after the engine lost compression and would no longer run. It appears to be in good shape. It was well taken care of. Will it run again? Lets find out. Generator Model: 01140-1 Engine Model: HM100-19386R DOM: 9343 (1999) I no longer use Harbor Freight Super Heavy Duty Degreaser in my ultras...
Rebuilt STIHL Chainsaw Not Running Well - Straight Gassed 2 Stroke Fixed
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A subscriber let a friend use his STIHL 028 AV Super Chainsaw and proceeded to straight gas it. The engine burned up and the saw was done. The friend, trying to make it right, rebuild the chainsaw. It now runs, but has not run right since. The friend had no experience rebuilding engines and the parts used were not OEM. This is a can or worms, but lets take a look and see if it can be fixed. STI...
Rusted Ridgid Generator Tank - Neglected Generator Repair / Red-Kote Fuel Tank Liner / Wiring Issues
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I recently picked up two generators and a lawn mower for $100 each. According to the seller, they should all run with a little TLC. Last week we got the Honda EU2000i running with little effort. This week we dive into the Ridgid Generator. It looks to be in good shape, but found a lot of problems related to the fuel system. The tank is rusted, fuel filter clogged, leaking fuel valve and the car...
Honda EU2000 Inverter Generator Repair and Parallel Test
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I recently picked up two generators and a lawn mower for $100 each. According to the seller, they should run with a little TLC. I did not ask too many questions. The price was right and others were lined to buy the equipment behind me. The Honda EU2000i inverter generator will more then pay for the lot if it runs and makes power. Lets find out. Part 1 (Honda EU2000i): (this video) Part 2 (Ridgi...
More Tecumseh Trouble - Low Compression
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While procrastinating on making a part 2 of the "Tecumseh Trouble" video (ua-cam.com/video/H4fTY8ve09s/v-deo.html) the generator cloned itself and another one showed up just like it. Same engine and similar issues. Can we make them run right or is it the nature of the beast? Lets find out. Tecumseh Engine Model: HMSK105-159913B Generator Model: PM0525202 I no longer use Harbor Freight Super Hea...
Abandoned Generac GP3250 - Will It Run and Make Power?
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This Generac GP3250 generator was left on a subscribers rental property after the tenent moved out. Stanley (the subscriber) reached out and donated it to the channel. This is one of the most neglected generators I have ever seen. I assume it is a parts machine. It cannot possibly run and make power. Lets not judge a book by its cover. Will it run an make power again? Generator Model: GP3250 00...
Honda EX1000 - Running Wide Open / No Speed Control
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A subscriber reached out asking me to take a look at his Honda EX1000 generator. It runs and makes power but the engine just idles and bogs under load. Someone added an extra spring to keep the throttle plate in the idle position. When the extra spring is removed the engine runs wide open. It the governor damaged? Easy fix or engine tear down? Lets find out. Generator Model: EX1000 Governor Spr...
Neglected Ridgid Generator Will Not Start
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A friend picked up this Ridgid generator on FaceBook hoping for an easy fix. It ended up being more then he could handle so he asked if I take a look. Ridged Model: RD903600 Subaru Model: EX21 Fuel Tank: HM-310711103 Airbox Gasket: 277-32604-08 Air Filter: 277-32661-17 Amprobe ACDC-52NAV: amzn.to/3SwJJ7p Brass Drift: amzn.to/3SFNCW8 Claw Pickup Tool: amzn.to/3Os1xxP DEPSTECH Borescope: amzn.to/...
Vintage Kawasaki Generator - Will It Run?
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A local subscriber found this Vintage Kawasaki GA1400A generator in a friends shed. I don't know how old it is or the last time it ran. Will it run again? Lets find out. Generator Model: Kawasaki GA1400A GAT40A-BS00 Small Engine Generator Q and A with James Condon and Gary Bernacki LIVE February 21st at 9pm EST: ua-cam.com/users/livew9rOAqCq69I?si=HJ6Axm4kXkNoUP08 Ken’s Small Engine Repair - Mr...
iPower Generator Not Making Power. Is This a Parts Machine?
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A friend gave me his iPower generator as a parts machine after it stopped making power. Before taking it apart, lets diagnose the problem and see if it can be repaired. Generator Model: iPower AP4000 I no longer use Harbor Freight Super Heavy Duty Degreaser in my ultrasonic cleaner. Harbor Freight changed the recipe. The bottle previously stated "NON-CORROSIVE". Now it says "CORROSIVE", "do not...
Abandoned Campbell Hausfeld Generators (Part 2) - No Power Output, Obsolete Carburetor Damaged
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Abandoned Campbell Hausfeld Generators (Part 2) - No Power Output, Obsolete Carburetor Damaged
Abandoned Campbell Hausfeld Generators (Part 1) - No Power Output, Obsolete Carburetor Damaged
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Abandoned Campbell Hausfeld Generators (Part 1) - No Power Output, Obsolete Carburetor Damaged
Will a Cheap $40 Carburetor Breathe New Life Into This Machine? Generac LP5500 Generator
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Will a Cheap $40 Carburetor Breathe New Life Into This Machine? Generac LP5500 Generator
Neglected Troy-Bilt Snow Blower Basket Case - Will It Run?
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Neglected Troy-Bilt Snow Blower Basket Case - Will It Run?
Honda EU2000i Leaking Oil and Won't Run - Found in the Trash
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Honda EU2000i Leaking Oil and Won't Run - Found in the Trash
Vintage Fairbanks Ward Generator - Will It Run Again?
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Vintage Fairbanks Ward Generator - Will It Run Again?
Coleman KT196 Major Upgrade/Repair - Electric Start, Charging System, Suspension, Lights and More...
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Coleman KT196 Major Upgrade/Repair - Electric Start, Charging System, Suspension, Lights and More...
1980s Powermate Generator - Will it Run and Make Power
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1980s Powermate Generator - Will it Run and Make Power
What Caused This Engine Damage? - Generac GP5500 Repair
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What Caused This Engine Damage? - Generac GP5500 Repair
STIHL BR 400 Won't Start - Carburetor Leaking Fuel, Engine Flooded, Backfiring (FIXED)
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STIHL BR 400 Won't Start - Carburetor Leaking Fuel, Engine Flooded, Backfiring (FIXED)
Fixed - Stihl BR400 Leaf Blower Not Running Well - Stalling, Flooding Out, Won't Idle, Won't Rev-Up!
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Fixed - Stihl BR400 Leaf Blower Not Running Well - Stalling, Flooding Out, Won't Idle, Won't Rev-Up!
TOPDON TC003 Infrared Thermal Camera
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TOPDON TC003 Infrared Thermal Camera
Neglected Trashed ETQ Generator - Rusted Tank, Surging, Surprising Load Test Result
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Neglected Trashed ETQ Generator - Rusted Tank, Surging, Surprising Load Test Result
Generac Engine Swap and Load Test - Worn Engine / Down on Power
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Generac Engine Swap and Load Test - Worn Engine / Down on Power
Generac Engine Rebuild - Wiped Camshaft Lobe, Only Backfires Through Carburetor
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Generac Engine Rebuild - Wiped Camshaft Lobe, Only Backfires Through Carburetor
Is it me or do you sound very different?
Ugh. Water. I have a Troy Bilt pressure washer. When I was outside pressure washing one day, I came up with the bright idea of pressure washing the pressure washer. Being the genius that I am, I forgot about the vent on the gas cap. It took more than a year to get all of the water out of the system. I cleaned the tank and carb multiple times, replaced all of the fuel lines, and I still had water in the system. It was a nightmare.
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I'm from Australia too, I've had 2 of these and never failed, anyone who say's these are junk seriously don't know what they're talking about, first pull they always start and super quiet.
Really good ❤
My guess right now is that somebody bought that new brought on home set it all up tried it put it away with the fuel still in it came back the next year or when they came back to use it it didn't start how long that gasoline has been in that carburetor been there for a long time when there was nothing else wrong with this so discount of $2,000 for fuel stored in a generator for too long. That's called the win
I had the same problem i replaced the coil no more drama
I personally do not see the merit in using gimmicky ultrasound cleaners on carburators. When you consider the fact that you risk damaging all of the gaskets and O-rings either by the removal process or by the ultrasound cleaner I don't think they make any sense. Just by blowing carb cleaner through all of the passages this should always be enough to clean out any carb.
oh wow, I think i have finally found the problem with my mower...
Great video. That ultrasonic really did the trick on that carb. Mind sharing the make and model? Wouldn’t mind picking one of those up. Thanks.
SO, THAT'S what a snowblower does.....I've always wondered.....??????
Not bad for $20
You are a trusting soul. I never put the frills and covers back on that are not necessary until I prove my work. LOL
What is that spray he used cleaning the side?
great time🛵🚜
I have this same chainsaw....except, its red and says, "craftsman" on the side 😂
James. I totally enjoy your videos! I see now that I've most likely tossed a couple of good mowers 😳 The videos are clear, you explain the how, and what perfectly. 👍 Thanks for sharing!
My Dad laughed at me for cleaning his tiller. Just like yours. Then I bought one at a garage sale for $20. Then a friend gave me one. My sister friend had a junker off brand that she bought for someone to use on her property. They burned the belt off in one day. I fixed it. I went in the hospital for 6 weeks. All of the tillers were at my friends property except my Dads'. When I finally could walk again all 3 tillers were gone. Not to mention tools and other equipment. Should never fixed those tillers till I needed them. lol
He is outgrowing that go cart..
James, I worked my way through high school and undergrad fixing lawn equipment for a hardware store. It was fun to bring a non-operable mower or tiller back to life. Your videos remind me of those days 60 years ago! Thanks!
I see your black cat made an appearance. I like black cats and they generally like me.
Do the chinese make the same gas tank for everything? ua-cam.com/video/g4FLQT0D7zE/v-deo.html
I am speechless this would be thrown away! I have a similar model a few steps above this one. If it breaks … Honda sell spares for every part of the engine and electronics! That’s why I choose Honda - you can actually fix them! I also have a lawnmower with a Honda GXV120 bought for $50 - sold with partially seized engine, and I bought it to rebuild to learn now!. Turned out to be a single spring was missing in the throttle control linkage. Replaced with a genuine Honda spring (cost $7, technically overpriced, but given that the lawnmower is worth >$1000 - not complaining. That generator is a good find, and will last decades once fixed!
$500 for a non running 10 year old 10000 watt generator isn't cheap. Now if it were $300 it would be decent but you could spend $300 to $500 easy just to get it back working like new if that's even possible. I guess all that matters though is whether the purchaser is happy.
Eu 2000i
Mine died using once. No spark. Coil wire and spark plug boot has poor connection, wire is tiny, it has a press in clip that is to touch the tiny wire in the insulation (if lucky). Returned for credit today. Fed Ex took it. First clue was no fire even with a shot of starting fluid. Ran about 10 min. bogged down, Oddly the chain and bar threw sparks off the top when revving and not cutting.
The end of the diode with the line is the cathode or negative end the other end is the anode or positive. At least a 10:1 ratio of resistance if you have an ohmmeter with out diode test function.
Hi james do sell the honda eu1000 after you fix it?
Do you resell it?
Better than the mower I'm currently using.
Es muss an der fortschreitenden, totalen Verblödung der Menschheit liegen, daß solche Juwelen einfach weggeschmissen werden . Sehe das auch immer wieder an unseren Schrottcontainern . Bezeichne mich jetzt nicht als Messi, aber wenn da so was drinnen liegen würde, würde ich mir das sofort greifen 😉 Hast alles richtig gemacht !
RANDOM!: I just fixed my girfriends kitchen machine because of you! Dirt between bryskes and stator! Thank you, and love your expertise! Would love a deep tutorial on the electric parts on a generator. Like AVR, can you by other brands of AVR, and maby a drawing of when does current go through what part at which time! Im starting to understand generators and some parts, but not how😅 Thank you for teaching us!
shame they dont sell this tachometer in Europe ...
Sometimes ya' just have to call it a day and live to play another day.
Is this a Chinese lawn mower? Or one you can get from Harbor Freight? On the first few pulls, it sounds like the carbeurator isn't getting any spark. If that is not the reason, then I would guess it won't start because of all the gummy varnish. Hopefully you'll spritz some starter fluid into the air intake. We'll see.
I wouldn't want to put a used timing gear into engine after all the time and effort I'd already invested !
That sine wave is remarkably clean for a non-inverter. Wonder if having a 2 cylinder engine helps smooth things out a bit as theoretically the power heads should provide a perfect sine wave given perfect rotation.
I have a troybilt and the wheels are identical with the metal gears wonder if toro had something with MTD
Really you dont have a compressor with a blow gun
Well here I go again wasting precious hours watching James's captivating videos when my 'honey-do' list is a mile long. If you don't hear from me again you'll know that wife has blocked me so pleez call 911. Thank you in advance.
I really enjoy your videos, man! I’m a novice at small engine repair and so watching your content feels like I’m being familiarized with the basics and offers me a wide amount of foundational information to then use when I’m tinkering on my own projects.
Nice repair on this green machine! Does it have automatic choke? Maybe if it did the speed of the engine would adjust to the increase/decrease load?
Well you gave me a New idea to try.
I'm confused. Why are you doing all of these adjustments on a carburetor that needs to be taken off and cleaned. Shouldn't you clean it first, then adjust it?
I had this exact model in the early '90's I loved it! As I recall, there was a sequence to follow. 7 pumps on the choke, 4 pulls with the adjustment on the side one way, and 3 pulls with it slid the other way. That's from a cold start. I wish I had kept it.
What strikes me after watching the entire video is the need to have a garage full of tools in addition to having the skills to use them.