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Run it at full throttle
Q: It seems like my lawn looks nicer when I run my mower at full throttle. Is it okay to run it ‘wide-open’ all of … Read more
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Chainsaw bar and chain oil
Q: I have a chainsaw. Can I use regular motor oil in the reservoir for the bar and chain lubricant? A: Chainsaw bar and chain oil … Read more
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Snowthrower paddle replacement
Q: How do I know when my rubber paddles on my single stage snowthrower need to be replaced? A: Take a look at the wear indicator … Read more
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Replacement Edger Blade
Q: I went to replace my edger blade and the new one is twice as long as the one I’m replacing. Can that be right? … Read more
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How to make a 50:1 oil and gas mixture
Q: I purchased a gallon of quality two-stroke oil to mix in my leaf blower. I lost the directions on how much oil I would … Read more
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Blower can interfere with headphone radios
Q: I don’t think this is a lawn and garden question, but my wife asked me to e-mail this question anyway! When I wear my … Read more
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Lawn mower maintenance reminder
Q: Is there anything I can adapt to my lawn mower to remind me of the required maintenance? A: Yes, there is; it’s called an … Read more
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The Right Amount of Chainsaw Oil
Q: How do I know if my chainsaw bar and chain are getting enough oil? A: One way to test if your chain oiler is working … Read more
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Disconnect The Spark Plug Before Doing Maintenance
Q: I heard somebody say once that you should disconnect the spark plug before you change your mower blade. Why? A: Probably the most important … Read more