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Did you know.........?Fall is here and lawn mowers, chain saws, w**d whackers, and other gasoline powered equipment will...
10/11/2026

Did you know.........?

Fall is here and lawn mowers, chain saws, w**d whackers, and other gasoline powered equipment will be put away until Spring.

Before you do that, take some precautions so your equipment will be ready to go next year:

* Run the engine until ALL of the gasoline is gone. Run it until it stalls. Leaving fuel in the mower degrades fuel lines, clogs filters, damages carburetors.

*Disconnect the battery. Remove the negative (black) cable first, then the red. This avoids parasitic drain, deep-discharge and sulfation of lead-acid batteries. It's best to store the battery out of freezing temperatures for a longer life if you live in an area with several months of cold/freezing temperatures.

* Don't store your battery-operated equipment with a battery, either. Remove the battery, bring it indoors, and cover the attachment area to keep it clean over Winter.

* Clean off blades, under decks and guards. Hose them off if you can. After they dry, coat them with a thin layer of oil to protect them. This also removes any fungus or bacteria that you could reintroduce to your lawn next year.

* Now is time to sharpen the blades so you will be good-to-go next Spring.

* Drop some moth balls into the engine compartment to deter rodents. Another trick is to raise the cover of the engine if storing it in shelter. Mice don't like the light. They can cause a lot of damage to wiring, and clog intakes. See an earlier post about this.

* Store your equipment in a dry location. If you must keep a mower outside, cover it.

If you have any questions or need help with this prep, call Mike at Anchor Point Repair. 740-945-9078.

It's hard to believe, but Fall will be here before you know it. With Fall you get rodents trying to stay warm for Winter...
08/04/2026

It's hard to believe, but Fall will be here before you know it.

With Fall you get rodents trying to stay warm for Winter.

They build nests inside the cozy areas of your equipment.

Owner, Mike Reiboldt, says the rodents can cause all kinds of havoc including:

Chewed Wiring: Mice and rats chew the insulation off wires, destroying ignition coils, kill switches, and electric start cables.

Engine Overheating: Debris and nesting materials packed under the plastic engine shroud block airflow from the flywheel, ruining cylinder heads.

Fuel and Plastic Leaks: Gnawed fuel lines or plastic gas caps cause dangerous leaks and fire hazards.

He has pulled mouse nests out of multiple lawn mowers this year, some of the them having significant damage.

How can you prevent this?
Before storing your equipment for the Winter, blow all the grass and seeds out of the mower deck and even the engine compartment.
Leave the hood up to make the engine space less inviting.
Consider putting repellent packets or mothballs inside the engine space. Some experts recommend spraying wires with WD-40 to make them less desirable to chew on.

You should also check the engine space before starting your mowers and equipment in the Spring.

Wear a face mask and gloves before pulling any nesting material out.

Anchor's Point Repair is always ready to help you maintain your equipment. Give Mike a call before storing your mowers, etc., for the Winter. He can make recommendations, sharpen blades, and make repairs so you can be ready to go next Spring.

Also - before storing, read our previous posts about fuel storage and what to do before you put the equipment in the shed for the season.

Anchor Point Repair
8896 County Rd 53
Bergholz, OH

740-945-9078

07/13/2026

The shop will be closed this week; July 14- 18.

Did You Know.........?Water in your fuel tank is no laughing matter.It not only leads to poor performance, it can stop y...
05/20/2026

Did You Know.........?

Water in your fuel tank is no laughing matter.
It not only leads to poor performance, it can stop your engine in its tracks.

Water can cause:
* corrosion
* freeze lines in winter, causing them to break
* bad engine performance because the gas is choked off
* rust to form
* damage to your carburetor
* minerals can build up and plug the lines
* diesel injectors can be cracked if they get frozen, too.

All this leaves you stranded.......

To make matters worse, Mike at Anchor's Point Repair has seen more water in fuel tanks than normal - sometimes with new fuel from the gas station.

He isn't sure what is causing this. It may be intentional as stations push the limit of allowable water in their tanks or it could just be a normal result of having ethanol/gasoline fuel blends.

Small engines only have one or two cylinders, while automobiles have 6 or 8 cylinders and they are much larger. This means you may not notice a problem with your car engine but the mower - filled with the same fuel - won't run.
The water in your mower's tank causes more issues when the minute amounts of fuel are being moved through the engine - it's just not getting the gas it needs to operate efficiently and it stalls or won't start.

Keep an eye out for white exhaust 'smoke' when you are running the engine. That could be indicating you have water in the fuel system.

Give Mike a call if you are having problems keeping your mower or other small engines running.

Anchor's Point Repair

Tuesday - Friday 9a - 6p
Saturday 9a - 12N

Closed Sunday and Monday

740-945-9078

Did You Know??? YOU are one of the most important tools in the small engine repair shop.The information you share saves ...
04/27/2026

Did You Know???

YOU are one of the most important tools in the small engine repair shop.

The information you share saves time and money.

But, what does your repairman need to know?

When you call to book an appointment, have a few things ready:

> What make, model, and year is your equipment? (See a previous post to locate this information.)

> Do you need a maintenance check-up or are you having a problem?

> What specifically do you want done?

> Is the equipment running? If not, what happened or when did it stop running? When is the last time it WAS running? Did something break, did it just quit, sputter, cough, blow smoke?
Be specific.

> Do you have a budget you need to stick to? Let the shop staff know how much you are willing to put into a repair before you consider Replacement instead of Repair.

> Also, your shop may have rebuilt, refurbished, or lightly used parts to keep costs down. You should also consider after-market parts.
Anchor's Point Repair takes the time to look for the best value for your parts. Mike will compare manufacturer's parts versus after-market parts. He has belt, chain, and other suppliers he works with to keep your cost as low as possible.

> Anchor's Point also has a parts' cleaner so you can get great performance without replacing parts. Talk with Mike to learn if that is an option for your problem.

> Regular maintenance is the best prevention.

If you have questions, give Mike at Anchor's Point Repair a call.

Have your equipment information ready for him - you are the one of the most important tools in the shop.

Mike Reiboldt
Anchor's Point Repair
8896 County Rd 53
Bergholz, OH

740-945-9078

Tues -> Fri.
9a - 6p

Sat.
9a - 12N

Closed Sunday and Monday.

Did You Know???***** Fuel is the number 1 cause of problems in small engines. *****Not dirt or low oil or worn belts.Fue...
04/16/2026

Did You Know???

***** Fuel is the number 1 cause of problems in small engines. *****

Not dirt or low oil or worn belts.

Fuel.

Today's fuel contains additives to make it more 'clean' but that comes with a price.

Ethanol, added to most commonly available gasolines, causes a lot of problems for small engines.

> Ethanol is a water attractant. After 90 days, fuel from the neighborhood gas station starts drawing water from the atmosphere. That means your gas can, sitting in your storage shed - - or even in the gas tank of your equipment - - for any length of time, has water in it.

> After 180 days, the ethanol in modern fuel becomes a solvent which causes deterioration of fuel lines and 'varnishing' of your carburetor and fuel system.

That's 6 months.
October -> March.
The months when you are NOT mowing the grass.

Each Spring, when you fill the tank of your push mower or w**d eater from your gas can from last Fall, you are using fuel containing a solvent and water.

> If you didn't run the equipment until it was completely out of fuel in the Fall, your fuel has water in it and the degraded ethanol may damage your engine.

> The amount of OCTANE in the fuel does not affect the amount of ETHANOL in your fuel.

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What can you do to prevent down time and visits to the repairman?

> Before you put the equipment away for the season, run the engine until it is completely out of fuel. THEN store it until next year.

> If you didn't run all the gas out, drain the fuel before starting the equipment for the first time.

> Use up the fuel in the gas cans while they are still 'fresh'. That means less than 90 days old.

> Use appropriate fuel additives. Talk to your small engine shop about which is best for your equipment.

> Check the manufacturer's recommendation for the type of fuel you should use. Make sure you are using the correct oil/gas mix, too. If you can't locate the owner's manual, look online - all equipment manuals can be found there.

> Your local repair shop can help you locate that information and assist you getting the right blend for best performance.

> There are specialty fuel blends, which are ethanol-free, available from manufacturers. Stihl, TruFuel, VP Racing, and Husqvarna are just a few brands.
Sold by the quart or 1/2 gallon, these blends can cost up to $90./ gallon and have a life span of 5 years of less. If it has been sitting around in your garage for a while, check for an expiration date. Also, look for the date on any can you buy so you get the freshest fuel possible.

> Use ethanol-free fuel if it is available. It will still degrade over time, but much more slowly.

> Talk to Mike, at Anchor's Point Repair.
He can create a fuel blend for your equipment as a much more reasonable cost.

Anchor's Point Repair
8896 County Rd 53
Bergholz, OH 43908

Tuesday - Friday
9a - 6p
Saturday
9a- 12N

740-945-9078

Now you know!

STOP!!!Before you start your mower, small tractor, rototiller, etc., complete a pre-check.> If you didn't empty the gas...
04/13/2026

STOP!!!

Before you start your mower, small tractor, rototiller, etc., complete a pre-check.

> If you didn't empty the gas before putting it away, do that now. Don't start the engine to run it out of fuel. You should have done that in the Fall. There should be a drain in the bottom of your tank.

> Use fresh gas. Fuel that is more than a few months old deteriorates/breaks down due to ethanol content and can damage the engine or plug the carburetor.

> If possible, turn over moving parts by hand to make sure they move freely.

> If you have a 2-cycle engine, mix up a fresh blend. Verify the exact ratio and use the correct oil.

> Change the oil and check levels of hydraulic oil, and other lubricants.

> Clean the air cleaners.

> Check for rodent and insect nests around engine parts.

> Sharpen or replace blades.

> Check the belts and cables. Adjust pulleys if needed.

> Grease and L**e.

> Fill the tires to the correct pressure.

> Check and service the battery.

> Remove old grass, string, and other debris from the under carriage/blades.

> Check for damaged, loose, or broken parts and replace them.

> Gas cap should be properly attached and vent clear.

If you are unable to do this pre-check or don't have time, schedule a service appointment with Mike at Anchor's Point Repair.

He will get you in and then on your way!

740-945-9078

Tuesday - Friday
9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday
9:00 am - 12N

Did You Know?***** Check the manufacture date before you buy! *****Did you know that the 'new' equipment in many stores ...
04/09/2026

Did You Know?

***** Check the manufacture date before you buy! *****

Did you know that the 'new' equipment in many stores isn't always 'new'?

Just because the lawn mower, tractor, or other small equipment is shiny and looks brand new on the sales lot, doesn't mean it is this year's model.

Many times, the equipment is last year's model.
In fact, it is possible that it was manufactured 3, 4, or more years ago.

But YOUR cost of that mower, w**d whacker, snow blower, etc., doesn't reflect a 3 or 4 year old price.

You are being charged the same price for a 2019 model as that brand new, just manufactured, 2026 model.
It can be hundreds of $$$$ more than the model is worth and much more than the initial 2019 price tag.

So, a model that cost $1800 brand new in 2019, is now costing you $2500, even though the store paid a much lower wholesale price in 2019 and the mower has been sitting around for 7 years.

And -
Did the store winterize it or prep it for storage each year?
Put new oil in it?
Were the fuel systems completely drained and the engine run until it was out of gas?
Was the air filter examined and cleaned or changed?
Was the electrical system checked for rodent and insect damage?

Or did they just put the mower somewhere in the back of the store in September and bring it out every Spring? For 6 years?

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Where do you find the manufacturer date?

Great question -

On riding mowers, look under or on the back of the seat, on the frame, pop the hood and look on the inside of the lid.

Log splitters - usually on the frame near the tires.

Push mower - look on the engine.

Small power equipment - all are labeled. Check on or around the engine.

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How do you interpret the label?

Some labels have the date on the label, but not all.
You may only find a serial number.

If you only find a serial number, open your phone's web browser, snap a photo of the number and do a search.
Model number, date of manufacture, and all sorts of info will be at your fingertips.

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What do you do with the information, especially if you found the piece of equipment is older than being presented?

Let's make a deal!
Open another browser window on your phone and find out what the price of the equipment was in the year it was manufactured.
Talk to the sales manager and make an offer after you question him/her about storage, inspections, if it came from another store or area, and so forth.

Below are some labels found last week on equipment in a hardware store's display. Both national chain and locally owned stores.

Anchor's Point Repair is starting a weekly feature to share small engine repair insider information.The new series is ca...
04/09/2026

Anchor's Point Repair is starting a weekly feature to share small engine repair insider information.

The new series is called:

DID YOU KNOW?

Each week Mike Reiboldt, owner of APR, will share tricks, tips, and techniques to

> keep your equipment running;
> help you make better decisions when buying new equipment;
> prevent problems from occurring
> let you know when it's time to take the equipment for repair and maintenance BEFORE larger problems occurs.

Watch for these short, informative posts from Anchor's Point Repair.

Anchor's Point Repair8896 County Road 53Bergholz, OH 43908Tuesday - Friday9a - 6pSaturday9a - 12NSmall Engine Repairs/Re...
04/07/2026

Anchor's Point Repair

8896 County Road 53
Bergholz, OH 43908

Tuesday - Friday
9a - 6p

Saturday
9a - 12N

Small Engine Repairs/Rebuilds
Tune-Ups
Sales
Chainsaw chain sharpening and other blades
Service and maintenance of push and riding mowers...... and more.

Give Mike a call at 740-945-9078 or stop by during business hours.

Address

8896 County Road 53
Bergholz, OH
43908

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 6pm
Wednesday 9am - 6pm
Thursday 9am - 6pm
Friday 9am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+17409459078

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