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Forum: Gas Engines

11-17-2005, 01:51 PM

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Lawn Boy Ashless

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Posted By Flypaper 2

RE: Lawn Boy Ashless

I agree with the guy from the small engine shop. I ran my own small engine business for 35 yrs till I retired three yrs ago. Back in the 50s there was no " chainsaw oil' just mixed # 40 mineral oil...

Forum: Gas Engines

11-15-2005, 12:19 PM

Replies: 36

Lawn Boy Ashless

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Posted By Flypaper 2

RE: Lawn Boy Ashless

Quite a few yrs. ago, on a Quadra 35, I tried 50 to 1 mix. Wouldn't idle that slow as it sucked air through the seals, as the oil helps to seal them and prevents wear. Tried 30 to1 Worked well but...

Forum: Gas Engines

11-14-2005, 12:05 PM

Replies: 36

Lawn Boy Ashless

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Posted By Flypaper 2

RE: Lawn Boy Ashless

You need extra oil for the first gallon just because of the high friction and heat buildup because of it. Once things polish up and cool down there is no need for high oil ratio. Waste of oil and a...

Forum: Gas Engines

11-13-2005, 06:27 PM

Replies: 36

Lawn Boy Ashless

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Posted By Flypaper 2

RE: Lawn Boy Ashless

I run chainsaw oil of whatever brand the local gas station has as 40-1 ratio. Most of it is ashless.

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