Simple gadgets that are cheap.
 

Maybe I'm late to find this one...but it sure makes it easier on filling the mowers and other gas engines. (those that don't have clear plastic tanks)

First pic shows an ordinary funnel
The other pic shows the built in float that rises as the tank gets close to full.

No more overfilling and wasting gas. :)
Walmart..$3.95

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Very cool, but I always thought the overflowing gas was meant to clean the engine off.

^^^ that helps. :)

I always fill the tank in the garage and if I over-flow, it smells of gas for a few days.

And it makes it more fun when you start it. All the wondering "Is it going to get me in a ball of flames."

^^^ That's why I keep two 10lb fire extinguishers in the garage....in case I do something stupid. :)

Getting back to the funnel, that's one of those things that you say why didn't I think of that?
Pretty ingenious.

^^^ Yes it is...I was wondering if it was just me that hadn't seen it before.

With the newer regulated gas cans...maybe it's a dud. I have 3 of the old style cans and I'll never part with them.

Amazon has it for $3.14. I will order one.

https://www.amazon.com/Hopkins-10711-FloTool-Gauge-Funnel/dp/B000EH4V1I/ref=sr_1_10?crid=3GNIDO37ZDF7F&keywords=gasoline+f unnel+for+lawn+mower&qid=1699395309&sprefix=gasoli ne+funn%2Caps%2C203&sr=8-10

That's pretty cool.
I stopped using funnels when I started getting "help" with the lawn mowing. I was the only one who bothered to wipe the funnel out and put it away after using it. My "helper" had no problem sticking the funnel, with the dust and dirt than accumulated on the wet funnel, back in the tank at the next fill-up. Never mind getting her to wipe the top of the tank off before taking the cap off. Or check the oil - ever.
I try to take care of all the refueling now, but sometimes someone "helps me out" when I'm not looking.

^^^ I wouldn't be surprised if over half the lawn mowers never get the oil checked...or changed.
Most just run them until there's a problem.

Amazon USA about $3.

Walmart USA about $9

Amazon Canada $18.

I will buy some rags and forego the funnel.

^^^ It was less than $4 at Walmart here in MI

I've used it a couple times when filling my JD 335, which takes 3.5 gals.
The fill neck on the tractor has a built in filter and it's impossible to see the gas level rising until it's right there at the top. Holding a 6 gal gas container to keep the flow slow is a nuisance.
With this funnel...I just pour as fast as possible, until I see the black float rise.

I'm going to MI in a few weeks. If it's in the store I will get one.

^^^ Just a heads-up.....the outside diameter of the funnel is 1.25 inches.
My Trac-Vac won't accept it. The JD lawn tractor fits great.

So the float stops the gas to keep from spilling on the tool. Cool. So you have a funnel full of gas that can't flow and you lift it up and fuel spills on the tool...

No....that's not the purpose.
As you fill the tank the float rises to show the level of the gas. When it rises...you quit pouring and the funnel empties out.

Got this in an email today.....will set it up in my shed.

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^^^ Here's how it works.

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I made that bucket contraption. Rats are too smart around here to fall for that. :D

This is the best thing for dealing with vapor recovery collars. I made my own out of a piece of leftover aluminum.

https://www.aerostich.com/gascard.html

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We don't have those boots in MI.....how do the boots damage the paint?

What about the capless tanks?

They don't damage the paint. The plate pushes the spring loaded hood back so you can gas up your bike easier. For a guy like me with a gimpy hand it's a great aid. With it I can gas up with one hand and see the level of gas in my tank. Without it the nozzle extends too far into the tank and then I must use one hand to hold the hood back while the other uses the pump.

^^^ Ahh..I see. I've used them (the boots) before on rental cars, but never paid much attention to them.

One of the cheapest gadgets ever....the red solo cup!

No more oil running down your hand and arm while removing a filter. No more oil dribbling on engine parts before it hits the drain pan.

Just crack the filter loose with a wrench and then slip the cup over and spin it off.

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I use a shaker hose instead of a funnel to fill the boat fuel tank from the jugs. I thought it was a joke when my friend suggested it but it works pretty well.

Brilliant!

Honestly I don't know how some you guys survive out in the real world,
If ya just fill the gas tank while the mower is on the grass the lawn will absorb it

Follow me at scotthaslosthismarbles.com for more tips SmileWavy

I don't have a dog...so the neighbors would blame me for the circles of dead grass.:)

I set this thing out in November and hadn't checked it until today. Two fat ones...I'll dump it and freshen up the peanut butter.:)

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Keep a bag of wood golf tees in your shop. Stripped out wood screw? Cat tee with wood glue, tap in hole. Once dry, cut it off flush to have new wood to work with. Allows you to not have to use an oversized screw.

If you ignite petrol in your garage, those fire extinguishers will be on the opposite lawn along with your garage door.

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Looks like they've starved to death in there.

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Among woodworkers, I hear about both golf tees and toothpicks (when using toothpicks, normally a few are required). I think it's also usually recommended to glue them in. The golf tee seems easier, but the toothpicks will work in different sized (depth or girth) holes more easily.

Maybe if I built a tiny life raft with some peanut butter in it. :)
At least they would survive until I get them to the vet.

Golf tees are one size. Also made of harder wood (screw tends to slip to the side into the soft stuff). It might work better with pre-drilling and gluing like an insert but I've usually had no luck using them. IDK.Whatever works.

RE: stripped wood screws, I have dowels in every size. 3 feet of 1/8" is $.0.79.

13 years and counting, - a Honda. ....... it's become an experiment. :)

^^^ When/if it finally gives up...send Honda a testimonial. They might buy you a new mower. :D