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Leaf Blower : Pull-Start Cord

How to do-it-yourself instructional on the repair and modification of a hand-held leaf blower's pull start cord mechanism.

Chainsaws : Sharpening

How to do-it-yourself instructional on sharpening a chainsaw by hand using files and checking raker height using a straight-edge and a feeler-gauge. Discusses use of Dremel power rotary tool in shop environment. Shows use of chain file guide for proper angle on cutting edge and filing back a damaged chisel-point to restore a good cutting edge.

Pop Rivets – Garden Hose Hanger Fix

How to do-it-yourself instructional on repairing a broken garden hose hanger using a pop rivet gun. Shows pop-rivet gun tip replacement, drill bit selection, installing and removing pop rivets.

Lawn Mower Tune Up

How to do-it-yourself instructional on basic tune up of Tecumseh mower engine. Demonstrates troubleshooting a fouled spark plug and solving by increasing operating speed.

Lawn Mower Compression Test

How to do-it-yourself instructional discussing troubleshooting an ignition with a fouled spark plug and demonstrating both dry and wet compression tests on a four stroke (four cycle) Tecumseh lawn mower engine.

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