Small Engine Resources
When in good running tune, a small engine should start on three pulls or less. If yours is hard to start, this article may help:
Read: Small Engine Carb Basics
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Best Gas For Small Engines
Unless you will be using the entire gas container within a week or two, avoid buying ethanol-blended gas. Pump gas that is ethanol-free is much better for small engines. And if you don't need a lot, consider canned gas, which is convenient but more expensive than pump gas.
Read: Best Fuel For Small Engines
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Wavian has been manufacturing metal gas cans for various NATO militaries for over 80 years. They're simply the best Jerry can on the market.
Read: Best Metal Gas Can
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If you're on a tight budget, Chinese-built Honda clones are really a good deal for the money. But which one is best?
Read: Best Honda Engine Clone
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Compared to a centrifugal clutch, torque converters offer better acceleration from a stand-still. They also allow karts to be geared for a higher top speed.
Read: Best Torque Converter For Go Kart
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Some performance upgrades are stand-alone, meaning they will improve power by themselves. Some parts require a combination of things to be most effective.
Read: Small Engine Performance
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You may be able to remove and install small engine valves by hand, but a valve spring compressor is inexpensive and pays for itself with the time it saves you.
Read: Tools Needed For Small Engine Repair
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Here's a handy way to carry around tools. The Bucketboss Tool Caddy slips over a 5 gallon bucket, and features 30 pockets for tools and three interior loops for hammers and pry bars, leaving the bucket center open for bulk storage.
Shop: Bucket Boss Tool Caddy
With the Tool Caddy on, you can still put a lid on the bucket, and it's a portable chair!
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Everyone who sees an old gas engine lying around says,
"Make a go kart out of it!"
But there's plenty of other choices for a small engine project.
Read: Small Engine Project Ideas
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With the exception of price, a Honda GX160/GX200 is better in every way than the best Honda clone engines. The additional cost will pay for itself in longevity and the ability to be rebuilt.
Read: Honda GX160 Build
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Thinking of building a homemade generator with a small engine? During a power outage, a DIY generator can power a DC to AC inverter for 110 volt appliances, as well as a charging station for cell phones and lap tops. It can then be switched over to charge a car battery (or bank of batteries).
Read: Convert Lawn Mower Into Generator
Read: Best Alternator for DIY Generator
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Portable gas generators provide remote power for camping trips, picnics, hunting trips, etc. But it's most important job is supplying power during an emergency.
Read: Portable Gas Generator Review
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When power outages occur, a portable generator can be a life saver, but what if you don't have enough gasoline on hand? By installing a dual fuel conversion kit, you have the option of running your generator on either gas or propane.
Read: Convert Gas Generator To Propane
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Read: 19x7x8 Tire Review
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Like many people, I chose wood ramps over aluminum ramps for loading and unloading my pickup truck. They're less money, nearly as strong, and actually do less damage when moving them around.
Read: Pickup Truck Ramp Review
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Read: Remove Stuck Piston From Cylinder Bore
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A thin-framed bicycle was never designed to be propelled by anything other than feet. If you choose to motorize a bicycle, your best choice would be a heavy-framed cruiser or mountain bike with thick-spoke 26" wheels.
Read: Motorize A Bicycle
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When it comes to cleaning driveways and sidewalks, pressure washing can't be beat. It's also great for cleaning decks, stairways, and patios, as well as the exterior of your house.
