Howard Buchin - Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.) - Home Appliances - Home/Garden

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Expert Profile: Howard Buchin

Expertise: How can I fix my small engine problem? Is a good question I can respond to. This includes how to overhaul engines, carburetors, valves, pistons & proper diagnostic testing. Questions regarding the worth of fixing a machine or buying a new one, I can adequately respond to. Questions that I'd have difficulty with, include: how can I fix a sm. engine transmission problem, some electrical type problems, and/or any models that I am unfamiliar with.

Experience in the area
I have experience repairing lawnmowers [manual self-propelled], weed-wackers, chainsaws[electric and gas], leaf blowers, blade-sharpening, snow-blowers. My experience includes repairs to Briggs & Stratton, Lawnboy, Toro, Stihl machinery.

Publications
I have had some of my written work published in local newspapers.

Education/Credentials
I've completed a small engine certificate. As well, I've completed Automotive Engines 1, & Basic Brakes & ABS Theory, at Centennial College. I also have credits in Computer Hardware Repair & well as five credits in Paralegal training.

Past/Present Clients
I owned and operated Buchnor Home Services, with commercial and residential clients in and around the G.T.A.[Greater Toronto Area].

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What do you like about this subject? I enjoy the challenge of trying to diagnose and repair small engines? It is like solving a puzzle.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field? I hope to learn about other kinds of machinery that I have not yet tackled.

Something interesting about this subject that others may not know: Most people don't know: they shouldn't leave gas in a small engines. This common practice leads to a great deal of profit for dealers, due to the repair bills.

Something controversial or provocative about this subject Most lawnmowers, snowblowers, etc. can last much longer than people imagine. My machinery has lasted 10+ years because of it being properly maintained & serviced.

Average Ratings
Prestige Points: 510
Knowledge	9.75 Best of the best
Clarity of Response	9.94 Best of the best
Timeliness	9.88 Best of the best
Politeness	9.88 Best of the best
Number Of Questions (in Past 24 Hours)		0
Max Questions to be Asked (in 24 Hour period)		2
Total Questions (since joining AllExperts)		147

Recent Reviews from Users

Knowl	Clarity	Time	Politeness	Date
10	10	10	10	11/09/08
8	9	9	8	11/08/08
10	10	10	10	11/06/08
10	10	10	10	10/28/08
10	10	10	10	10/28/08

User Comments

Very patient, even with followup questions. I appreciated his kindness
(mark on 11/09/08)

No specifics in t he reply to my question but good logical advice.
(Bruce on 11/08/08)

Thank you. I have ordered a new one.
(Carolyn on 11/06/08)

Thank you it was very helpful,This was my first time to use this service or any other.
(Ronald Faccadio on 10/28/08)

Thank you for your responce. James
(James on 10/28/08)

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Recent Answers from Howard Buchin

2008-11-08 g200 honda motor problem: Hi Jared, RE: Lack of Power Honda Motor, Check to make sure the fuel tank is at least half full. The ratio oil-gas is correct - and gas is getting to the carb. Check all your fuel lines for any...

2008-11-08 Pricing: Hi Mark, Generally speaking, 1.5 hours of labour - for the rebuilding of a carburetor would run you around $85-$90. Re: the $30 minimum charge. Someone calls you with the complaint that their...

2008-11-07 Pricing: Hello Mark, Okay, so you are interested in setting up a small engine shop out in the boondocks. I can give you the general cost of labour here in Ontario [Canada] which might be different than where...

2008-11-07 Simpson Sears 20 Hp riding lawn mower: Hi Bruce, Well .... I would say that if the ONAN people are not assisting you, then you might be Out of Luck. The only thing I would try would be to look through a Briggs & Stratton or Tecumseh...

2008-11-06 generator problem: Hi Jack, This problem is also known as 'Hunting and Surging.' Check for the linkages + springs - Are they moving freely & is governor spring inserted properly Further try to have the engine...

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