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Merkava_4 replied to the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose.The fuel flowing into the air filter housing seems to have subsided for now. ( knock on wood ) When replacing the tank vent for the 2nd... -
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Merkava_4 replied to the thread Pliers for Fuel Hoses.Aren't you afraid of damaging the hose with the serrations? I see the imprints in the rubber from the serrations and cringe. The other...
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What are your favorite pliers for manipulating STIHL 3.1mm x 5.7mm fuel hose into place? Serrated or Smooth Jaws?
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Merkava_4 reacted to EFSM's post in the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose with
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Many vents will allow fuel air out of the tank once it builds to a certain pressure (7 psi or so) to prevent tank damage. -
Merkava_4 replied to the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose.You guys aren't going to believe this. I installed a brand new tank vent and the behavior is the same. The trimmer still burps fuel...
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Merkava_4 replied to the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose.Thanks EFSM. I was going by the assumption that if the fuel tank vent is operating properly, there would be no pressure build up in...
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Merkava_4 reacted to EFSM's post in the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose with Like.
Yes. Gas is volatile, which means it evaporates easily at room temperature. The warmer it is, the more pressure tends to build up...
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Merkava_4 replied to the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose.EFSM , At any given time, is it normal to hear a rush of pressure releasing when unscrewing the fuel cap from the tank?
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Merkava_4 reacted to EFSM's post in the thread Rotary Brand Aftermarket Air Filters for STIHL with Like.
I have used them. They seem to be fine.
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Are these any good? I remember the dealer sold me one for my Echo blower. They seem to be fine but what do I know?
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Merkava_4 replied to the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose.Yesterday the trimmer fired up with the first pull on choke after pumping the primer bulb several times.
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Merkava_4 replied to the thread STIHL trimmer burps fuel out tank vent hose.The trimmer has been running real strong. Every once in a while if it doesn't start up by the second pull, it'll flood out. What I do...
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Merkava_4 replied to the thread Flap Wheels for Mower Blade Sharpening.Which grit?
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Merkava_4 reacted to AnthemBassMan's post in the thread Flap Wheels for Mower Blade Sharpening with Like.
I also use a flap disc on my angle grinder to sharpen my mower blades. I use the 80 grit discs. Just takes a couple extra swipes with...
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I’ve never found a flap disc that works well for long. Once the grit wears off the ends of the paper, they’re done. Just get a regular...
