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- posted May 26, 2014 in Husqvarna: Ask & Answer > String Trimmers
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Ron & Ray,
Thank you both for the sage advise. It turns out that my problem was totally a fuel problem. The gas I had and thought to be ethanol free, was not. Here is a simple test for your fuel:
For this test I used a screw-cap test tube, although any narrow, straight-walled (fuel proof) container would work.
Carefully measure and mark lines at 25%, 50%, 75%, 100% using any convenient volume. Empty the container and add water up to the 25% mark and add your fuel to the 100% mark. Shake the mixture up and allow it to settle- may take 30 minutes or so- don't get in a hurry. Once separation occurs, if the water layer on the bottom measures more than 25%, the fuel contains alcohol and/or water.
I found a station that was selling "racing gasoline"- very pricey- about $8/gallon, but compared to the hell I went through with most of my 2-stroke implements and even a couple of 4-stroke lawnmowers the cost is worth it. The EPA and powers that be don't care a whit about the consumer and will be the first ones to fine you if your grass gets "too tall". It's all about control, and they are way out of control.
Another problem created by the EPA is the logevity of your equipment if you follow the oil/fuel ratios stated in today's owners manuals. The 50:1 ratio WILL destroy your 2-stroke equipment in short order. I use 32:1 in everything except my engines that originally called for 16:1.
That's my rant for the day.
Norm
- posted September 7, 2013 in Husqvarna: Ask & Answer > String Trimmers
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Ray,
I too have an FCC license and have worked in the electronics field. Thanks for your long post, it was very informative, especially concerning the oil mix ratio. I would like to talk to you directly sometime. If you use EchoLink, that might be a good way to reach me temporarily as neither of us would probably want to publish our e-mails on this public site.
73
Norm
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- posted September 5, 2013 in Husqvarna: Ask & Answer > String Trimmers
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Ray, et.al,
My posting dated August 18, never got addressed. Ray, your post was the closest symptom to mine- did you ever get a resolution? Did re-routing the plug wire fix the problem?
Thanks,
Norm
- posted August 18, 2013 in Husqvarna: Ask & Answer > String Trimmers
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Ray,
I am having the same problem with my 128LD. It started with a broken spark plug (never had that happen on a piece of equipment). I was cutting along and the unit suddenly died. I soon discovered the broken ceramic insulator and replaced the spark plug. The unit fired right up, but only ran maybe 15 sec, then died. It started right back on the first pull, ran about 15 sec, and died. Repeat , repeat, repeat.... I assumed the carb was at fault and was starved for fuel. Disassembled the carb and everything looked normal. Unit started normally, ran 15 sec, died. I finally gave up and ordered a new carb- same scenario. I read your thread about re-routing the plug wire, but didn't want to have a running engine loose on the bench without a good handhold. I did cut some plastic spacers and placed them between the case and the HV wire and re-assembled. The unit ran a lot longer this time maybe a minute, but it did die. I thought I had fixed it for a fleeting moment, but no. Have you had any success? I'm really getting tired of this. I'd love to talk shop with you about this machine. MIne is only 2 seasons old and was working flawlessly until this happened, and of course it was out of warranty. Any thoughts?
Norm