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    My friend, (and business capital partner) wants to set up a site domain, in which I can field small engine questions for a small fee. Has anyone on here ever ran such a site? I think it's a great idea, as well as she does, but I wanted to research it some more before she drops money on a domain and whatever fee may apply in setting this up. Questions I have are mostly, profitability, and my required availability to field questions in a timely manner. Any input into this would be a big help. Meanwhile.......bring me your sick, or dying mowers, so that I might repair them to your satisfactio
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    Shouldn't be that hard to do. All you need is a cover that will block off the discharge, and some good mulching blades. The blades are easy to get, but the mulching cover may take some looking around, and I could fabricate one from something close to a good fit. I'd be happy to handle whatever you need. Just give me a call at 678-315-8794 anytime. I'm not able to correspond much on pcom while the season has me hopping in the shop and on the road.
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    Repairs, tune-ups and general service on most brands of walk behinds and lawn tractors/riding mowers. Please call 678-315-8794. Leave a message and contact number if I'm not able to answer. Deposits may apply, so please call for details. Pick up and delivery in areas specified only $40!! Thank you for your business. Glenn's Mower & Small Engine Repair 678-315-8794 Hiram, GA
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    Dear Pubby

    subby1 replied to LPPT's topic in RECENT TOPICS

    I just don't have the time nor strength to rummage through all of the posts (although I read quite a few). I also don't know what's in the open and what's not. All I do know is that even though I was a staunch conservative at one time in my life, I found a middle ground somewhere in there that actually smacks of COMMON SENSE, as I grew older (and I'd like to think wiser, as well). Dems and Reps are a lot like the concept of "good and bad", "black and white", "light and darkness".....while assigning neither to neither party. I simply do not believe that one can exist without the other, rega
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    Edited post to include expansion of service in the Powder Springs and Smyrna area.
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    I am pleased to announce that my services have expanded into Power Springs and Smyrna, as I have forged a deal with Vickery Ace Hardware in Smyrna. Give me a call at 678-315-8794 to set up a time, and discuss details as to what you're needing. Hours are flexible, mobile service available in many cases, and VERY AFFORDABLE pick up and delivery rates. Top quality work, and as always, more affordable than most of your average shops in town. If you haven't tried my services yet, please give me a call and we can discuss rates, policy, etc. and after all is said and done, I'm confident you'll b
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    I'm leaving tomorrow afternoon. Yayyyyyy!!! I wonder why I'm so nervous?? Air travel made the news a couple of times I was told.
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    You got it, sweety!! Judging from the time I posted this, I guess it's no secret that I'm having a hard time sleeping now! OH YES...Fremont Street for sure!!!!!! I've been told about this from my room mate, who's familiar with the "Old Vegas".....I'll be checking that out too.
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    You are NOT kidding!! I'm on my own this year (no secretary, nor helpers) so, I'm already covered up wehn I get back! This season just kinda took off without any warning, but I'm gonna do better and be happier than in the past because of keeping things scaled down from previous seasons. I've streamlined my operation quite a bit, and can be more selective with what I take in for repairs. In other words, I'm no longer in the business of rebuilding flea market junk that some of my customers would bring in, trying to resale for profit. I hated working on old, rusted out junk. I'm only working on p
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    Thanks for all these great ideas. Of course, Hoover Dam is top on the list. A long time friend is taking me, and covering the expenses, so don't yall go thinking I'm rich or something! I just sorta fell into it. She had hired me to fix things around her house she bought just off Ridge Road about 5 months ago. Her mom and dad (who, her dad being the last, passed away only a year and a half ago) headed the first band I ever played with when I was 18. So, I've known her for many years. A real sweetheat to hire me during the cold season, and it just blew my mind when she offered to take me along
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    We'll be there for at least 4 days, then off to CA to see the Pacific Ocean. Most of the food will probably come from the Micky D's acros the street from the Monte Carlo (that we are staying in), but one meal will be at the Paris In Vegas restaurant so we can see the water fountains doingt their dance to music thing.
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    This is the first time this old man has been to Vegas in my whole life. I was fortunate enough for a long time friend to offer this to me. Basically, she lives alone with her one and only daughter. Her (former) BF's a butthole, and she wants me to go with them instead. So.....she's only been there once herself, so she was down with me posting this and seeing what kind of things we could get into while we're there (besides gambling, which I suck at!!) Like I said, I'm all ears and eyes. Yall feel free to jump in and tell me where the GOOD things are!! I've been google-earthing this pla
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    One final word before I head off to Vegas for a week. I will be gone all next week, but will be back and open on April 14th. Feel free to call while I'm away and leave a message. I will get back with you when I get back home. In the meantime, if your mower doesn't start up this year, please do the following: Drain the old gas is if it had any in it (loosen the bottom bolt on the carb and allow remaing gas to leach out until dry. Tighten bolt, THEN refill tank. Pull spark plug, clean it with a wire brush (even an old toothbrush and solvent is fine), regap to .025", reinstall and try again.
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    Yes, we do. I was thinking the same thing the other day when I was over your way. Some fishing would be nice too if I can ever get a break.
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    Funny man!! You know i don't work on ROTARY engines!! (Speak American when you say that!) How you been??
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    No problem, and like I told everyone in the initial thread, since I no longer provide the service on 2-strokes, the least I can do is let everyone know what to do to see if they're worth keeping or not (or paying for a repair). Good luck to you!
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    In short, not necessarily, as I notice bubbles often on the return line. Bubbles on the intake line, means you've got leak in the line itself. However, if in doubt, rebuilding these carbs usually only requires replacing the fuel pump (as it's often referred to, it's the diaphragm that sits under one side of the carb, against a rocker lever that is spring loaded), and in some cases, the valve sheet (which is a mylar or other synthetic film on the the other side of the carb). Note: on this side is where the fuel comes into the carb, and there is a small filter screen that can be clogged in many
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    It certainly doesn't hurt to use it, but I don't stress it to customers as much as using FRESH gas. Fact is, I have used regular gas in my own equipment ever since E10 came onto the scene, and by just following some simple measures, my equipment raely needs repairs done to the carbs. For larger riding mowers, install a shut off valve on the fuel line. When storing for a while, (as long as the gas tank is more than 1/3 full), shut off the gas, and drain the carb bowl. This prevents gumming. On 2-stroke machines, drain the fuel tank, but leave residual gas in the carb by not clearing it with the
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    Sorry folks. But, I am no longer doing repairs on 2-stroke machines. This applies to all small engines that require oil being mixed with the fuel. The profit margin on these items have fallen below what is acceptable. I had noticed that other shops have stopped taking in 2-stroke items in the past 2-3 years. I tried to take in what they would not, but it's become a crap shoot on repairing these machines for a couple of reasons: The carburetors are made in China, and due to EPA standards, many are no longer adjustable. Also, the cost of replacing with new ones runs close to what the mac
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    FYI- if you need service soon, you need to call me asap because I will be closed from April 5-13 for vacation.
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    I service and repair most brands of riding and puch mowers, as well as a variety of other outdoor power equipment. Primarily a mobile business, more major repairs can be performed, as well. Very affordable pick up and delivery option also available. Excellent quality guaranteed. Mobile fees and deposits required in some cases. For more details, please visit my website at: http://glennsmowerrepairs.webs.com/ Phone: 678-315-8794 Email: glennsmowerrepair@gmail.com
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    I reckon it's either an area thing, or more likely a family thing. Very poor education on both sides of family, mom and dad could be a factor. It's just the life I was born in. I guess that's why I was so driven to learn and take education very seriously.
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    Lately, I have felt like I was getting old. Thank you for clearing that up for me though. I'm from GA, all my life. In the 60's, very few women in these parts had a license. It was a grand time to be alive!! Dad worked and made enough money to pay the bills while mom stayed at home and raised the kids and kept the house up. My grandmother NEVER drove a car in her whole life. She sure did a lot of walking though. It was a different world back then, what else can I say? "Traffic" basically meant you saw more than 10 cars on the way into town that day. Watching TV was a lot easier since there we
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    I notice this problem the most on Hwy 278, from Austell, up to Hiram. I'm fine with the law being passed. Hey, if it weren't for getting two tickets over the years, I still wouldn't be wearing seat belts. So, yes, a fine levied for that worked great for me. Back in the day, most kids were taught how to drive by their parents, usually dad, since many moms didn't have driver's licenses, or got them later in life. This bred a generation of GOOD drivers. Now kids take driver's ed and things, and have less contact with parents. When my oldest one took D.E. they had told her to drive with both feet.
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    I repair most brands of push mowers, riding mowers, some Zero-Turns, as well as 2-stroke equipment. Also tillers, generators, just about anything with a small gas powered engine. I do not have a staff this year, so ALL work will be performed by me, personally. Please visit my website for details, hours, rates, and pick-up/delivery options, and mobile service at your home. Fine quality, and guaranteed work, so you're in good hands! Glenn's Mower & Small Engine Repair Phone: 678-315-8794 Email: glennsmowerrepair@att.net Website: http://glennsmowerrepairs.webs.com/
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