Doug Miller wrote:
In article , "Toller" wrote:
I just bought a used leaf blower.
It is probably prudent to simply change the oil, but is there any way to
tell if it actually needs it?

Who cares? You're looking at a couple bucks' worth of oil, and a few minutes
of your time. Big deal. Just change it.

Nope even if you buy at high retail it is well
under $2. Most small engines use about 1/2-3/4
quart of oil and national brands on sale are less
than $1. Course you have to spend 32 cents for a
stamp and wait 4-5 weeks to get you rebate check,
but where else do you make $5 for 10 minutes easy
work (case of oil).