Some Tips To Help You Repair Small Engines

By Johnathan Black


Friction causes wear and tear on your car's engine. It's a simple law of physics. Lubricating moving parts of your small engine can help prevent premature damage to it. We'll be talking about reducing engine damage by implementing the correct lubrication systems and maintenance.

Mixing Oil-Fuel intended for Two-Stroke Engines

Mixing Fuel-Oil intended for Two-Stroke Engines

Two-stroke engines are reliably efficient, requiring only one crankshaft rotation to build power. This simple yet unique feature commands efficiency in lubrication and engine systems. To lubricate a two-stroke engine, a mixture of oil and gasoline is required. The oil and fuel mixture can be bought anywhere and can also be done in your own garage. Read on to get started.

1. Be sure to follow the recommended amount and grade of oil and gasoline to be mixed.

2. Using a vented gas can, pour and mix the recommended type of gasoline in the desired amount.

4. Secure and make sure the caps are tightly fastened on the gas can before shaking the oil and fuel mixture thoroughly.

5. Steadily and carefully pour the mixture into the fuel tank.

6. Rotate fuel tank several times before use to make sure oil and fuel mix well, regardless if you bought the mixture or if you mixed it on your own.

6. Rotate fuel tank several times before use to make sure the oil and fuel mix well, regardless if you bought the mixture or if you mixed it on your own. Make sure the mixture blends well by rotating the fuel tank multiple times.

Lubrication Service

There are some engines that need additional lubrication, depending of course, in the size and the function of the vehicle. A lawn mower big enough to ride on may require additional lubrication on the axles. With so many lubrication procedures, this article can discuss the easier and most common procedure.

1. Your manual should tell what lubrication type and which part needs lubrication.

2. Make sure to use the particular lubricating grease grade recommended by manufacturers. There are specific ways to go about this process, be certain to follow your manufacturer's instructions.

3. Keep in mind that lubricants conduct electricity, so be careful not to get grease on electrical parts to avoid short circuits and even fire.




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