Post by cherrypicker on May 26, 2021 7:03:50 GMT -5
I picked up a 26ht and a Ht17 for $5. Figured I’d see if I can get them going. The 26 is really nice looking. I bought a new tank with hoses for it. Put it on & put some fuel in it. It fired up. Ran for about 10 to 15 seconds then shut off. I figure it probably needs the carb cleaned. The first time it fired up, the blades were moving. I fired it up again & they stopped. I started it again and revved it and they didn’t move. But I smell something burning? Possibly clutch? I pulled the blades off & they move freely. No binding no roughness. The piece that moves them seems to move freely as well. I’m new to this stuff. Any input would be appreciated. I’ve been an auto mechanic for 30 years or so. But this stuff is obviously different. I picked up a pair of xl12 saws and got the one running great. Ordered parts for the other. I’d like to get the trimmers going got some shrubs that need attention. Lol. Thanks in advance.