Big Cliff Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Well, as many of you know I started my apprentice ship as a small engine mechanic not so long ago and I am loving it! Now I have decided to start a new business to help offset the cost of tools and supplies etc.. Some good tax write offs too. By the end of today, Cliff's Small Engine Repairs will be operational but here is the deal. NO LABOUR CHARGES FOR ANY OFNr, if you have chain saws, weed eaters, lawn mowers, snow blowers....... anything small with a gas engine and can get it to me I will repair it (if it can be repaired) for the cost of the parts. If you have any of the above that are beyond reasonable repair and would like to donate them to me for spare parts, that would be most appreciated also. (By the way, thanks Beans for your donation) As you can probably guess this isn't really a "Money making business" it's a hobby and it's not full time (I already have a full time job/hobby as a small engine mechanic). I am only available on weekends and evenings so calling ahead is a good idea! 705-328-0750 If you are looking for deals on used equipment, let me know, I have started building a bit of inventory and will be adding more stuff as I get it, everything will be overhauled and ready to go and guarenteed. I might even have a line on a couple of new Briggs & Stratton outboards. I'll know better on Monday. Mods. if this post causes any problems or is considered spam please remove it immediatly. Thanks Big Cliff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gerritt Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 I certainly would not call this spam. You are offering OFC'rs a valueable service here! I might just have a few items for donation Cliff. I will keep you informed. Gerritt. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motv8tr Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Well aren't you just full of surprises Not planning on doing any fishing for the rest of the year I see While my stuff is new right now, I will certainly keep you in mind. Glad you're enjoying your new career Maureen Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Headhunter Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Fantastic offer Cliff... very generous of you! I wish you th best of luck in your new "career" and hope it amounts to everything you want it to! HH Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tinbanger Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 I have an old 9.9 that hasn't run ( well ) for several years . I'll give you a call TB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecmilley Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 t I think I should bring you my ryobi line trimmer, it's a pia to start and has a small fuel leak last time i used it (2 years ago) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Golfisher Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Very nice of you to offer such service. Best of luck with your new venture! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunkerbasshunter Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 i have a 3 year old lawnmower that needs a tune up and a new wheel. its yours free if your can come get it in oakville. probally make a hundred bucks or so on it. Cheers! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
misfish Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Good on ya Cliff. I take it you can fix up ice augers aswell? Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ccmtcanada Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Wow...what a great offer and if I have anything that needs tuning up or fixing, I'll take a nice drive up your way. Oh yeah...does a 1990 Toyota Corolla count as a small engine??? I believe there are some lawnmowers out there with a more powerful one....LOL Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TJQ Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Atta boy Cliff!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keram Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 I will have something for you to. Pm you later Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyb Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Good for you! I'm sure many will appreciate your kind gesture. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
joonmoon Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Hey Cliff, glad to hear things are going your way. Gus and I are trying to plan a day or two to Musky fish in a month or so, we will be in touch. I have some gifts for you and your newest venture. Some l/m oil and 2 stroke cleaner oil made by Tanaka, works like slick 50 as it lubes. I have a couple of Ryobi weed trimmers for ya, should be able to get parts from one to make the other work for ya you can have and I need a tune-up on a Ryobi leaf blower. As well as some asst. Mcculloh engine parts you are more than welcome to have, I think they are from weed wackers and/or chainsaws. Most of the parts were scrapped out from work before I changed careers. All the best to you and Sue cya soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dustink Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Best of luck, and what a nice offer!!! dk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted August 17, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 TB, I'll be happy to have a look at it for you, as long as I can get the parts, shouldn't be a problem. ec, bring it over anytime, if I'm not home, just leave it on the front porch with your phone number. LB, I'll be in Oakville on the 28th, if you want to PM me your address , I'd love to have it. I could pick it up then if that works for you. MF, haven't done one yet but no reason why I can't. Cliff, sorry, anything bigger than a lawn tractor is out, for now anyway LOL. Karem, thanks, I'll be watching for your PM. Jeff, that's wonderful! Thank you very much! What dates are you coming? you know you are welcome to use the guest room if it is available. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ecmilley Posted August 17, 2007 Report Share Posted August 17, 2007 Wow...what a great offer and if I have anything that needs tuning up or fixing, I'll take a nice drive up your way. Oh yeah...does a 1990 Toyota Corolla count as a small engine??? I believe there are some lawnmowers out there with a more powerful one....LOL ask fishindevil he knows a dynamite mechanic for your toyota Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishindevil Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 Well congrats cliff,. ..sounds like a great hobby/job,and to not charge any labor,to us members thats great,you are very kind,and if i have anything in the future i will gladly donate it to you no problem, good-luck in your new job venture.....cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassboy Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 Nice one Cliff! Do you do snowblowers? I am supposed to be getting one from my in-laws that needs some stuff.......When I get it Ill drop it off on my way to Moorings.... Bill Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solopaddler Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 Mighty generous of you Cliff, that's a pretty nice gesture. Good luck with your business! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FishFinder Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 would you be able to repair a pocket bike that has trouble starting? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roy Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 That's Big Cliff as he really is. And I KNOW. Way to go Bud. You have a great time with that 'new' life of yours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Cliff Posted August 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 FF, I sure hope so because my son just told me he has a couple of them for the Great Grand kids that need some TLC. If I can't fix them I'll be in a heap of trouble. (But please grandpaw I just want to go for a little ride!) Ya so I'd spend all night in the machine shop turning a new piston if I had to LOL (and any of you grandpaws out there would do the same I'll bet LOL) Just so there is no missunderstanding: I am an apprentice mechanic not a fully licenced mechanic and while I have a lot of resources available to me (like about 60 years experience from the guys I work with) I don't know all the answers but there is a good chance I do know where to find them. I am not in this to make a living, I spent the last 45 years of my life doing that, now I just want to keep my brain active and my hands busy (Sue said I have to or else LOL). I can't afford to loose money at it but I don't have a big overhead either. (well the Government might think so LOL) so hense the no labour charges. If you need it fixed today, go to an established shop, they have spent a lot of time and money to be able to give you that kind of service! If you expect to bring it by, have Cliff Fix it and drive away..... Probably not going to happen, I don't have the huge parts inventory that the big shops have, it might take me a couple of days to get parts if I need them and don't have them. There isn't anything that "Can't be fixed" if the parts are available. But if the piston and cylinder are shot, by the time you paid for the parts...... Well you might as well just go buy a new one with a warranty. I just heard that ECHO has come out with a 5 year Consumer Warranty on their trimmers. Lastly, I have nothing but respect for the guys that have worked and compleated their apprenticeships in whatever field. They have earned the right to be called a licenced___________. It isn't an easy go, you should be proud of yourselves. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lunkerbasshunter Posted August 18, 2007 Report Share Posted August 18, 2007 pm sent Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crazyhook Posted August 19, 2007 Report Share Posted August 19, 2007 Cliff thats awesome of you!!! Sorry I could not get by, family hoes on the trip... ( house of 8 inlaws will do that).,. maybe we can fish together in September Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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