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Why Are 4 Stroke Engines Not Reversible?

The four-stroke engine is the most common engine type in the world. It was first developed in 1876 by Nikolaus Otto and completes four separate processes - intake, compression, power, and exhaust in...

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How To Tell if Your 2 Stroke Fuel Is Already Mixed

Many tools use 2 stroke fuel, including string trimmers or weed eaters, leaf blowers, chainsaws, and other such powered equipment. 2 stroke fuel is a mixture of gasoline or petrol and engine oil or...

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How To Fix a 2 Stroke Outboard That Keeps Dying

2 stroke outboard motors are a convenient way to power a small machine, but they can be tricky to maintain. If your engine keeps dying, there are a few things you can do to fix the problem. So, how...

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4 Stroke Kick Start Stuck: 8 Causes and Fixes

A dirt bike's kick start is a vital part of the machinery. It provides motion to the engine to power up and run smoothly. However, if your four-stroke kick start is stuck, this can be a major...

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2 Stroke Bogging at Full Throttle: How To Fix It

Two-stroke engines are a ton of fun: they're fast, and provide plenty of power when running right. But like all engines, two-strokes can experience several problems, including bogging at full...

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What To Do if a 2 Stroke Isn’t Getting Enough Fuel

A two-stroke engine is an internal combustion engine in which the combustion of each injected, compressed air and gasoline mixture occurs in one crankshaft revolution. Air and fuel must be mixed...

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I'm Teddy, a small engine enthusiast, and occasional guitar player. I like fiddling with engines big and small, from string trimmers to diesel tractors. I'm no mechanic but I'm hoping that the troubleshooting guides on this site will save you a lot of time and headaches when it comes to fixing engines.

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