Log Splitter: Why does my log splitter's engine leaks oil or gas?
Oil leaks from a log splitter engine can be caused by a leaking head gasket, sump gasket or oil drain plug. A loose/cracked fuel line or a failed seal on the carburetor can also leak gas.
If the engine leaks oil, check the head gasket and replace that gasket if it leaks oil. Check the sump gasket if oil is leaking from the bottom of the engine and replace the gasket if it leaks. Tighten or replace the oil drain plug if it's leaking.
If the engine leaks gas, move the log splitter to a well-ventilated area and check the fuel line. Reconnect the fuel line if it's loose and replace the fuel line if it's cracked. If the fuel line is okay, check the carburetor. Rebuild the carburetor with new seals and gaskets if the carburetor leaks gas. Sometimes, it's easier to replace the carburetor than to rebuild it.
THESE REPAIRS MAY HELP SOLVE YOUR LOG SPLITTER PROBLEM
Replace the log splitter carburetor
The log splitter's carburetor mixes air with fuel in the proper proportion to produce a combustible gas. That gas/air mixture is pulled into the cylinder, where the piston compresses it and the spark plug ignites it. Over time, varnish from stale gasoline builds up in the carburetor, decreasing the amount of air/fuel mixture reaching the engine. Replace the log splitter carburetor if it's severely clogged with varnish or if the orifices are clogged with debris and can't be cleared using carburetor cleaner and compressed air.
Log splitter carburetor
How to replace a log splitter carburetor
If a log splitter runs rough or won't start, the carburetor may be clogged or the seals may be worn. This DIY repair guide explains how to replace the carburetor on a log splitter in just 30 minutes.
Replace the log splitter fuel line
The log splitter fuel line moves gasoline from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Over time, the fuel line can crack and leak fuel. Replace the fuel line if it's weathered and cracked.
Log splitter fuel line
How to replace a log splitter fuel line
If your log splitter won't start even with a full tank of fresh gas, a cracked or clogged fuel line could be stopping the fuel from reaching the carburetor. This DIY repair guide shows how to replace a fuel line in a log splitter in about 30 minutes.
Rebuild the log splitter carburetor
Rebuild kits are available for most log splitter carburetors. The carburetor rebuild kit contains essential components such as jets, pins, seals and gaskets for overhauling the log splitter carburetor. You can sometimes fix a fuel supply problem by disassembling, cleaning and rebuilding the carburetor.
Rebuild the log splitter carburetor
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