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Glad it was something simple.

Hi Star Tech, The head with plastic blades is an optional head that Stihl offers. It comes with hardware for different models or...

Make sure the disengage rod has not been set for the side that is not working. Each drive motor has a pull rod usually at the rear under...

2-strokes like this Stihl FS38 are designed to run wide open throttle for cooling and to keep the centrifugal clutch fully engaged...

An engineer once told me if it isn't broke, don't break it trying to figure it out.

I would not expect anything immediate, but I have seen it work. Run it and get the fuel mix down in the carburetor well, then let it set...

Mix it according to instructions in the fuel can/jug being used, then gently shake the fuel/jug around to mix it (churn it). Sometimes...

Hi slomo, If I believed everything You Tube shows us, there would not much else in life to do but be a pessimist. Those shows tend to...

Hi macdoesit, Using HEET is not a bad suggestion in my opinion. Honestly, I forgot about that. HEET is basically a bottle of Methanol...

Hello macdoesit, The local JD dealer is who uncrates and performs the make ready for sale on new riders for the big box stores (It's in...

That wheel assembly was installed with very little grease and has not seen any new grease in a long time. Bearing failures are often...

Bad gas is usually from them leaving fuel in them while on the sale line. Fuel left sitting degrades especially with heat and sudden...

What is the off chance there is a little diesel fuel mixed in with the gas? That would reduce power and make the grey smoke you...

The manual says change oil every 5 hours. Use SAE 10W-30. Synthetic should not be an issue if that is your preference...

We need the product label information. A couple of pictures might also help. By brain is having trouble focusing by using my...