Small Engine Repair

Solve most lawnmower or other small engine starting problems with a simple diagnosis and a carburetor cleaning or rebuilding. It'll only take a…

Start your lawnmower, RV or other small engine faster by replacing the copper spark plug with an iridium-enhanced spark plug. This article…

When two-cycle leaf-blowers, string trimmers, chain saws or other small engines won't start, first see if one of these common problems is the…

Two-cycle engines like lawnmowers, string trimmers and boat motors often require different oil/gas mixtures, but single-mix oil will work for…

Change your spark plugs yourself to maintain peak performance and high gas mileage. In most cases it's a simple job as long as you have the…

There are a wide variety of replacement spark plugs available: fixed or adjustable gap, single platinum, double platinum, yttrium and others.…

Are 12-point sockets as good as six-point sockets? Find out the answer—and why—before you buy that expensive set of socket wrenches…

Diagnosing many car problems is easier with an automotive stethoscope, a tool that lets you hear inside the engine. Here's an introduction to…

Believe it or not, there's a right way and a wrong way to pour oil from a plastic bottle into your car's engine. By holding the container…

A pro explains common repair and maintenance for motorcycles and ATVs that you can do yourself. Save money by replacing CV boots, cleaning and…

Replace a broken starter rope on your lawnmower quickly and easily by following this simple step-by-step procedure.

Extend the life of your lawnmower by winterizing the engine. Adding fuel stabilizer and a few ounces of oil will help the engine start right up…

Tune your lawn mower in 3 easy steps. It'll run better, last longer and burn fuel more efficiently and cleanly.

Add a permanent oil drain extension tube to your snow blower to simplify oil changes and avoid an oily mess.

Most of the time when a lawn mower, snow blower or any small engine won't start the cause is a problem with the gas or the carburetor. Here's…

Learn how testing the ignition coil can be quick and easy using a special ignition system tester. It's inexpensive and works for any small…

Nitrile gloves protect you from harmful chemicals. Wear them when working with automotive fluids and other caustic liquids.

Frozen, rusted bolts are a given in almost every auto or truck repair job. Instead of using anger and brute force, try one of these four proven…

Why spend more at the gas pump when you can easily spend less? Follow these simple tips and you'll see a noticeable difference in your fuel…

Frustrated by a Phillips screw that's starting to strip out? Salvage the situation with one of these tips before you go through the misery of…