Honda Clone Almost Dropped a Valve - Broken Valve Repair on a DEK Generator

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I picked up this DEK generator on Facebook Marketplace for $100. The listing stated that is needs a new head due to a broken valve. I'm not sure it needs a new head, but it defiantly needs some work. Lets try and fix this Honda clone.
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00:00:00 Intro
00:02:25 Coming Up Empty
00:07:14 Off with Its Head
00:15:47 Prepping the Head for Repair
00:25:43 Giving the Carburetor Some Attention
00:34:46 Repairing the Broken Valve
00:43:29 Putting it Back Together
00:56:45 First Test
01:01:10 Double Checking the Valves
01:06:42 Load Test
01:11:03 Why Hard to Start and Backfiring?
01:13:49 Spark!
01:17:08 Finishing Up
01:20:31 Final Test
01:21:40 Conclusion
389cc, 420cc, 440cc, Backfiring, Bad Spark Plug, Bent Push Rod, Broken Spring Retainer, Broken Valve Stem, Clean a Carburetor, Clone, Compression Release, Compression Test, DEK Generator, DEK Heavy Duty Power Equipment, DEK, Dropped Valve, Fixed, GX390, Generator, Head, Honda Clone, Lap Valves, Lash, Load Test, Popping out the exhaust, Popping out the intake, Power Equipment, Push Rod Guide, Small Engine, Stem Seal, Top End Rebuild, Troubleshooting, Valve Lash, Worn Push Rod Guide

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@VidelicetMoi 2 года назад

Your closing coda, "I hope this video helped someone," is appropriate for all persons seeking help for posterity (or until RU-vid takes it down). Your deliberate attention to meticulous detail is appreciated. Too bad Ford and General Motors and Chrysler/Dodge et al. don't have the same values.

@evilredBoris Год назад

Especially Chrysler and dodge. Idky people are so blinded by them.

@chriholt 2 года назад

I always enjoy watching you work in your meticulous, thoughtful way - that is a great gennie!

@nicklutz61 2 года назад

Another excellent video. I like the way you dug into the "finer" points of how to get the generator to run not just good enough, but excellent. Thanks for the awesome video.

@sandraclowdus6549 10 месяцев назад

One is most talented,intelligent, insightful, talents on RU-vid. James Condon, I tip my hat to you sir.

@fitter70 2 года назад

I haven't watched the video yet but I know I'm going to like it. You are excellent at troubleshooting. Thanks for another great video.

@Rev-D1963 2 года назад

Lends more credence than ever to the old adage: Leave no stone un-turned. :) Great work as always James in troubleshooting and bringing that generator back to life. Thanks as always for sharing your videos, and knowledge with us. Be well, stay safe and God bless. Rev. D.

@rogerd4559 Год назад

"Leave no stone unturned" goes back to ancient times when we had to survive on insects

@christophermarshall5765 2 года назад

Nice job!! Thorough work like you did is the key to finding & solving problems.

@markwiley9516 2 года назад

Great job again James 👏 you have got me out of trouble so meny times in the last 18 months thank you keep the good work up James 👍

@georgehelaine Год назад

I've learned so much from watching your videos. Thank you so much for creating material that are very entertaining and interesting to watch.

@brngrofdeth 2 года назад

Awesome job once again. Would never expect any less from you! Love and blessings from Ontario Canada!

@larrykelly2838 2 года назад

Doc., the video was fantastic, I learn something every time I watch your videos, thanks.

@lv_woodturner3899 2 года назад

Glad you got this running. It looks to have been kept indoors, much better condition than many of the generators you pick up. Amazing how a spark plug can look almost new but not work well. Good to keep in mind. I had not heard of the DEK brand before. Dave.

@Bassguitarist1985 2 года назад

Excellent work James as always. You mentioned that the cost to fix was about $50. With all the time you spent on it I'm sure it would be far more than that if someone were to bring this down to a small engine shop. Got to think of it this way, if it takes you 15 minutes to do something that takes another person an hour to do the same thing, you are not being paid for your minutes, you're being paid for the years of experience!

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks. That was only the parts cost. I would expect it to cost $200+ in labor alone.

@Bassguitarist1985 2 года назад

@@jcondon1 good stuff!

@billclinton6040 2 года назад

We live in a throwaway world. I like to watch James because he rescues gens from the dump. More people should learn to fix stuff rather than pay someone only to learn it will cost more to fix than a new one (not just gens). I used to be worthless when it came to repairing stuff especially small engines. Thanks to YT and the determination to not give up, I have kept my stuff alive for far longer and at a much cheaper cost than paying someone or brand new. Be a man. Buy some tools. Learn how to fix the stuff you own. The knowledge you gain from one thing spills over into other things. It all adds up and you will be much better off. Then, when your driving down the street and someone puts a lawn mower, gen, etc. out for free, you've scored! Furthermore, if carbon credits ever roll down to the consumer, rescuing a gen from the dump will be worth far more than the $150 he spent.

@davidkettell6236 2 года назад

@@billclinton6040 Great comment i could not agree more ,i assume you are not THAT Bill Clinton? You seem way too smart .lol.

@donho1776 2 года назад

@@davidkettell6236 For your info Bill Clinton was a Rhodes Scholar. I doubt you know what that is but you can look it up. He was also a state governor and a two term president without help from Russia, climate deniers, flat earthers or assorted right wing knuckle draggers with whom you might be aquainted

@ndumisoglorymdlalose Год назад

Your practical lecture was very good! I will not remain the same again! I had issues with setting up the valves! Now I am better positioned! Thank you! Keep it up!

@georgehelaine Год назад

You have no idea how much I have learned watching you here from South Africa. You are an underated genuis! Big Love from SA

@markmoran9716 2 года назад

Most homeowners always say that the spark plug needs to be replaced. It is almost never the spark plug. I just had a Honda mower that had a bad spark plug and this video proves that the spark plug can be the problem. Well done James and thanks for the great video. By the way, same spark plug.

@davidkettell6236 2 года назад

I like the way you never quit until it is as good as it can be .

@butler386 2 года назад

This was a very good purchase. You kept this unit out of the landfill and will make someone a very good generator. Probably has lots of life left in it. That back firing after you did the valves had me concerned as well. One of the few times a spark plug was the culprit. Great job. Thanks for the video's.

@donaldelrod9172 2 года назад

ah ha! i knew you had that push rod guide plate backwards! good find and your integrity shows by reversing it to the correct orientation.

@geoavanicruz437 Год назад

James, I been following you for 3 years thanks to you I've started my own shop fixing small engines . Thank you so much!

@jcondon1 Год назад

That's great!

@michaelripley4528 4 месяца назад

Perfect!!!💯

@KarelRode 2 года назад

I find it amazing how well all of that carb cleaner straight to the floor just works. It keeps the crocediles away! Yes I saw see no crocks in that space.

@somerandomguy3868 2 года назад

Great job as always, it occurred to me I've been watching your videos for a few years now and have learned a lot about generators and small engines, some things I already knew but I didn't have the confidence that I do now, so thank you James for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks

@nozzledrich 2 года назад

Same thing with me

@Rochesterhome 2 года назад

That generator couldn't have had enough hours on it to have those issues. Probably came out of the factory with an issue that escalated quickly. You are great at teaching.

@philliphall5198 Год назад

There warranty is terrible also

@RiverratGoRVing 2 года назад

Nice job and diagnoses on finding all possible issues and repair. Alway learning something new that can be used on repairs.

@lawrencepevitts2434 2 года назад

You've trained me well, James. I'm starting to think like you. I would've used a cut off wheel on a Dremmel also. I would've never guessed a bad spark plug. Excellent video.

@curtisdoss2469 2 года назад

If the original plug in it was a Champion I would have checked it first thing. I will never waste a cent on them anymore. I've had them go bad in a few days while the engine wasn't even being used.

@mdunbar04 2 года назад

Great Video as always. This gen would be a great candidate for a magnetic drain plug or dip stick. To see if any of those missing parts show up.

@mohammedlatif9049 Год назад

Excellent work, currently working on a similar engine, stripped it and found a dropped valve which is bent, no damage to piston, i learnt a lot from watching your video

@kerrygleeson4409 2 года назад

Great save James thanks for sharing 👍

@krkmofet4189 2 месяца назад

Extremely awesome explanation. Dutiful attention to detail and strive for perfection. Thank-you. Bravo

@THEFALCON58 2 года назад

Thanks for the awesome video.

@YukonHawk1 2 года назад

Great work on getting this back in shape.

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks Paul

@thomasszilagyi7445 2 года назад

I service sewing machines of many types in a large shop (I have about 150 units). When a machine is not stitching correctly and there is not an obvious mechanical problem, I always start with a new needle. Then I continue to troubleshoot. The sewing service manuals agree. Possibly keeping a cache of known good spark plugs to use when servicing the engines? I always start my lawn mower season with new plugs. Your videos are awesome. I learn so much from them and your camera angles and lighting are excellent!

@chuckmayerchak3071 2 года назад

Great video as always. You have a fantastic knowledge of those clone engines! I must say I have always been surprised how few plugs you actually replace. Today's plugs are so much better but most engine manufacturers have you changing them quite often! Although other than my Hole house Generac Generator I'm not much for replacing a plug if it's operating ok. Keep the great videos comming!

@jcondon1 2 года назад

I am the same way. If its working, then I leave it alone. But I do keep extra for my generator just in case.

@tuneophilegym 2 года назад

Excellent tutorial. No tricking that determined mind of yours! Awesome job throughout. Bingo

@Hear-MeoutTwo2 2 года назад

Great video, I watched every second of it and I have this exact generator. Neighbor wanted me to fix it and ended up selling it to me for $125. Sitting so long the carb was completely gummed up. It’s running now but boy that compression is strong. If it doesn’t start on the first two pulls, it is almost impossible to pull start it. I think I'll revisit the valve adjustments.

@ricdenali4213 2 года назад

Great video… I enjoy the long ones, I know you’re gonna get into something good

@andrewgrace4410 6 месяцев назад

Great troubleshooting James 😊

@hectorarroyo2285 2 года назад

Great job Mr.James excelent job... i learn much and enjoy you videos... 👏👏👏👏👏

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks 👍

@Lennyj24 2 года назад

Yet another great video, they help me alot

@wb8ujb 2 года назад

Wow, who would have thought. This is the 2nd time in past few fixes you've found a bad plug. Sure raises flags when I'm working on one of these engines. Thanks, appreciate this valuable lesson. Great video, and thank you for sharing...

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Just found another bad plug! I always said "It's almost never the plug". Guess its catching up to me.

@robertmies2109 Год назад

I have an 8 HP B&S on a rototiller that’s 50 years old. Original spark plug and it coughs on the 1st pull and starts on the 2nd. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.

@Tag-Traeumer 3 дня назад

1:07:15 The dog likes the backfire and he has a sense of humor. 😄 Now I know where the funny video ending sound comes from. 👍

@georgepranis5183 2 года назад

Not to nitpick, the rotator you identify on the exhaust valve end is actually a lash cap. Love your content!

@ouch1011 Год назад

I like how they proudly write “commercial duty” and “heavy duty” on the labels when it is clearly neither of those things.

@arthurbiringer5676 2 года назад

Great job as usual. Keep up the good work.

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks

@shawnmrfixitlee6478 2 года назад

That was a close one James ! Sure glad it bent the stem before it broke off . Great repair , Looks to be used very little .. ENJOYED

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks Shawn

@deangentles4966 2 года назад

Hi James great sitting in your class to day mate Always great watching you work And thank you for sharing your knowledge with us Excellent work James

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks Dean

@budthomason8890 3 месяца назад

Another good job. Thanks for posting.

@freddesjardins7399 2 года назад

Thank you again James another gem.❤️

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks Fred

@myrandabrown Год назад

Recently new subscriber here and have been binge watching your videos. I originally searched your videos for a DEK 6500, because that’s what I own, and nothing came up. Haven’t watched this video yet but am excited because here is what I originally was looking for. 😆

@myrandabrown Год назад

Guess we better save for a newer better generator. Didn’t realize they were no longer in business. I bought the generator on Thanksgiving Eve on the way home from work during an ice storm. Husband had called me and said we were without power. All the local stores he checked had already been bought out. The first place I stopped had this dek 6500 for $400. That was back in 2007. We’ve used it multiple times during outages. Our outages sometimes last days. We recently put a LP conversion kit, like what you used in a video on a rigid, but haven’t tested it out yet.

@waynebrundidge206 2 года назад

Another great video thank you. In the end that spark plug was a fly in the ointment that you found. 😎

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks Wayne. Most likely a preexisting condition.

@brianvinh7777 Год назад

Hi Mr. James, I loved watching all videos. You are very knowledgeable and mechanical/electrical skills. The times you spent to teach other more than anything, or the cost, very hard to find the people like you. Small notes: why you don’t replace spark plug every time you fixed like oil change. But those trouble shoot can help the other’s ran to those problems

@loucinci3922 7 месяцев назад

Really enjoyed the video. Thanks for sharing

@kingwood4357 2 года назад

Great informative video, good job on the repair 👍

@wjodf8067 2 года назад

Nicer one then the wrecks you sometimes bring in its nice to see a one video fix instead of the James fix it marathon series as one dang thing after another pops up like Wac a Mole

@johnd115 Месяц назад

Excellent tutorial. This video literally answered all my questions. I currently have a 10K Powerland generator (16hp) with a bent intake valve. Ordered the parts. Now I know how to properly repair it. Just need to find the specs reference ( rocker arm/ valve gap, etc.). Thank you.

@BenMitro 2 года назад

Your approach reminds me very much of the focus of the story by Robert Persig "Zen and the art of motorcycle maintenance" - quality and being in the present. You are a legend.

@r8118830 2 года назад

Persig used motorbike engine repair to illustrate his philosophies.

@BenMitro 2 года назад

@@r8118830 Thank you Terence, couldn't think of the appropriate words when I wrote the comment.

@underbroek21 Год назад

This video helped me sort my knock off Grip Generator thanks so much

@alext8828 9 месяцев назад

Honesty and objectivity.

@joemcintyre2090 2 года назад

Just found your channel today. Got to say your style is good and clear. I like how you stay calm and collect about things. But maybe that's because your doing voice over, your probably cussing up a storm when your actually doing the project. 😁

@jcondon1 2 года назад

It does help when you cannot see my mouth moving!

@domfromaustralia99 2 года назад

Hey mate hope you doing great and thanks for the video @James Condon

@ghettsumm7949 2 года назад

Maybe a borescope in the oil sump would help? Great video, as always.

@RGD-Repairs 2 года назад

Fantastic job on this one :)

@JB-po2mv 3 месяца назад

James your my new heroand thank you very much for sharing your knowledge and for the effort it takes to do such great work and share it with us . your methods are true to the BONE !Ihope your having a great day ,because I now am all thanks to you my friend my generator now runs as if it were new.dude you rock.youve restored my faith in humanity.its just about to storm out here in the so cal mountains we're at about 8 thousand feet and by the looks of these clouds it's gonna dump they are claiming 4 to six feet .they are usually pretty close on the local radio station so the power as always will be on the fritz.no worries here now thanks to you our generator is ready to rock and roll out the power.thanks again man you've made our week.great videos keep em coming.Attt.10 of 10.💯👍

@delynnaddams8774 7 месяцев назад

That was excellent. Thanks again.

@delynnaddams8774 7 месяцев назад

At 48:00 minutes valve adjustment. You do great work. Thanks

@philliphall5198 Год назад

Thank You for parts information

@jameshedrick6839 2 года назад

Never heard of that brand generator before but i have had valves break like that one did. Happened to me last week while i was out riding my racing go kart getting it ready for the season

@venenareligioest410 2 года назад

Superb video, thanks James 👍

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks 👍

@haneyoakie14 2 года назад

In IT we have a saying “Nothing tests like live data”. That spark plug is exactly that. Live data test. Old one looks fine, clean, low hours. Passed all the tests. But the live data test said it flunked. Good job. Lesser superheroes would have missed that. Not James. I’m impressed.

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks

@gregorypiercesr.794 2 года назад

Nice save!😉 great video as usual! 😉😉

@stevemorris3710 2 года назад

Great video. Hard to believe someone would actually pay to have such a machine taken away.

@davidkettell6236 2 года назад

rich folks are dumb?

@danbrookshire5628 2 года назад

Good catch on the spark plug

@alsouthern7190 2 года назад

Sometimes new plugs are weak for some reason. I've used plugs 30 years old that worked well also, anyway great job on another fix!

@markphillips6154 2 года назад

That metal spark plug cap instead of the old rubber kind certainly is a nice improvement. I’ve never seen one of those

@goodness-mercy 7 месяцев назад

Great job!

@user-sd9rn4ti2b 10 месяцев назад

I have the same exact 420cc clone engine on a Powerhorse 9000ES. There are manuals for my engine. It is smoking, mostly because of unburnt oil getting in the muffler. It burns for 5min after shutting off engine. I am going to remove the head tomorrow. Hope I only have to lap the valves like yours. Would love any comments if that does or doen't sound right. I am very new and clueless to much of this, but your videos help immeasurably.

@robertmailhos8159 2 года назад

i.like the out put meter 👍 it's letting you know how it running at the proper watts and amps

@DeadKoby 2 года назад

That's a surprisingly clean generator. Most projects seem to have been improperly stored, or not maintained well. I bet this is really low hour.

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Was hoping the meter had the hours. This one was definitely cared for and it let the original owner down.

@billdyer8431 Год назад

I've had a similar issue with every clone engine I've owned, but the guide has always worn on the exhaust side. I had a new generator drop a valve after just 300 hours. Wish I knew the root cause. Like your videos. My last three units all had the same issue~one brush was riding about 3/64" off the edge of the slip ring.

@tbas1972 2 года назад

Those clone carbs do that they set them at the factory and break the adjustment off, I see it all day at work

@michaellogue2254 3 месяца назад

Very helpful, thank you

@ernmeister54 2 года назад

Even though, as it turned out, you did nothing wrong; it's always good practice to check the work you just did. Usually, that is what I find wrong;)

@AnwarKhan-dw8cj 2 года назад

sounded better with the air box on ,nice one today James

@ron827 2 года назад

Another GREAT save by the Engine Whisperer.

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks Ron

@chrisssmallengines7163 2 года назад

Great video , A easier way to start the spark plug is to use a piece of fuel line on the end of the plug to assist in turning the spark plug in , just a tip .

@Big_Johns 2 года назад

Good job and nice video James, she'll live to see another day. 👍

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks John

@Big_Johns 2 года назад

Yes sir 🙂

@anthonywilson4873 8 месяцев назад

You can get a set of cleaning wires for small engines. Old guitar springs work as well. Nice job

@electricboyo Год назад

Excellent explanation of how the compression release works: When the engine is rotating very slowly (as when being pull-started), the exhaust valve ***briefly*** opens just a tiny bit during a small portion of the compression stroke. If the exhaust valve clearance is too large then the exhaust valve won’t open at all while pull-starting, thus making it very difficult to pull hard enough on the starting rope. On the other hand, valve clearance too small releases too much compression, also making it difficult to start the engine. Testing for 60 PSI compression while rotating the engine with the starting rope just about guarantees that the compression release is working as it should.

@jackmahogovv 2 года назад

Another great generator resurrection.

@scottdenhamrealestate7716 2 года назад

Another great job Jim. Low hours should bring a better price.

@richardbaker3621 2 года назад

Another engine with a spark plug issue. Thanks ]'m sure I would have missed that. Great video

@methods-SE Год назад

Such clean work... Makes me want to get the ultrasonic cleaner back out!!!

@methods-SE Год назад

Dude He's teaching hardcore skills over here

@methods-SE Год назад

Decidedly a superhero

@tristanschaper281 2 года назад

Great work James! I have fixed and flipped small equipment for years now, and the price/value for these traditional-style generators has plummeted in the last 5 years. At least by me on Long Island. That DEK gen would maybe fetch $250-300 tops in mint used condition. And it would maybe take 6-8 months or more to sell. Maybe even a year or more. Most people are switching over to inverter gens, new and used. To make matters worse, brand new inverter gens from China keep getting cheaper, to the point that many people aren't looking to buy a used gen on the market. I have done well with fixing inverter gens, though. 95% of the time, it's carb issues, and they are aren't fun to get to. The good news is most inverter gens all seem to be built similar, so working on them becomes quite familiar. What are you seeing by you? What's interesting, is I don't see many inverter gens for sale used. Lots of old traditional gens for sale used though.

@jcondon1 2 года назад

This type of generator near me sell in the $300-$400 range. They are hard to sell. I can go months without selling one and then sell 5 in a week. If a big storm is in the forecast then they all go in a day. Definitely easier to sell an inverter generator or yard equipment.

@P_RO_ 2 года назад

@@jcondon1 @Tristan Schaper In desperate times desperate people will do desperate things like buying any working generator when no others can be had.

@khaledrtemi1676 Год назад

well done thank you

@lawrenceburgess2840 2 года назад

Hello James! My personal name is Larry! For me your videos are very informative and worth taking the time to learn! If possible I would like to return a little knowledge. You may already know of this, as well as others. Still, ... My take! You have 2 methods "maybe more" of removing the rotors from the engines of generators. 1 is using a long rod larger than the diameter of the threaded hole in the bottom of the engine crankshaft. The other is "Hydraulic" pressure.. I've so far, have only used 1 method, and it works fast and easy! If the hole is already threaded in the rotor shaft end "GREAT" !! Just find the correct size 3" bolt. If not then, okay tap some threads. I'll put a nut on the bolt and then screw it into the rotor shaft until it has significant resistance. I'll tighten moderately with a wrench, then tighten the nut down against the rotor shaft securely! Then..... I use my "Air Chisel or as some call it "Air Hammer"! Against the head of the bolt....TAKE extra precautions to ensure the working tool stays on the bolt !! Once the trigger is pulled.... It's all over in less than "1" second!! For me the investments were already made. As I have the compressor and air tools already from other hobbies. I have always loved repairing everything I can myself!!! Years ago I learned .... I can purchase parts, tools, and use my time to do the job......just find the information to do it "is the biggest challenge, at times" !! When the job is finished, so far I've been able to save enough in cost, that I saved money and still have the tools in my collection !!! Larry...

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Thanks Larry. I tried the air hammer method once and failed. Will have to try it again. Might need a bigger hammer.

@rich10849 2 года назад

Your videos are absolutely the best. After 40+ years of wrenching I'm still learning things. Is it possible that the sudden movement caused by a backfire allowed the piston to hit the valve before the valve was able to get fully reseated? I had a Gravely Commercial and a Kohler 8hp with a broken camshaft. New camshaft installed. First pull it backfires. Camshaft broke. Solution - I gave it away.

@jcondon1 2 года назад

Anything is possible. Would say for sure that plug issue existed prior to the valve issue.

@bertgrau3934 Год назад

When I work on any small engine, if I have doubts about the plug, I change it. A friend of mine had a Honda engine that wouldn't run. He changed the carburetor, replaced the piston, and rings. Finally replaced the plug and it ran fine. The plug would fire outside the engine not in the engine. A lot of work because of a bad plug.

@jcondon1 Год назад

Plugs are a cheap and easy thing to try.

@thiggy1249 2 года назад

I always enjoy your videos and usually learn something from them. What is the aluminum appearing device bolted to the intake end of the muffler?

@w2dmw 2 года назад

I see you use the Berryman's #12.....good stuff for de carboning, and injector cleaning...

@lpconserv6074 Год назад

I know this is a year old, and this is a late comment... But your little saying at the end of your videos about "hoping this video helps someone" gets full marks for sure. I would have never even thought to suspect a spark plug that looked like that one you pulled. Unless of course it had TORCH written on the side. Thanks for your in depth efforts to educate us.