Small Engines (Lawn Mowers, etc.): gas/oil ratio, synthetic motor oil, two stroke engines

Question
I was recently given a Dynanark 3/20" snow blower ,no instructions, what is the proper oil to gas ratio?

Answer
Hello Tom:

If this is a 2 Cycle/Stroke Engine, then: All Two Stroke engines will use a 50 to 1 ratio using today's Two Stroke Oils.  I once used an Old Chainsaw probably from the 1960s, that had a sticker on it that said to use a 25 to 1 fuel/oil Ratio, but that would have been using Two Stroke Oils of the time period the chainsaw was manufactured.  In that Chainsaw I used 50 to 1 ratio with no problems.  Today's Two Stroke Oils compared to Yesteryears are More Efficient at Lubricating.  It is like Comparing Today's Synthetic Motor Oil to Motor Oils of Decades Ago.  All the Equipment I use in Landscaping, anything from a Weed Eater, Leaf Blower, Chainsaw, Hedge Trimmer, use 50 to 1 ratio, and I use all types of makes and models, Stihl, Homelite, Husqvarna, Shindaiwa, and Echo, Sears.  I mix up a 5 Gallon Fuel Can and use it in all of the Equipment for my Customers and for my Landscaping. Send me the Model and Type or Spec Numbers Off the Engine, Please. With these I can Locate the Proper Manual and Better Assist you. If you Hit a Snag or this Does Not Correct the Problem,  I am Here if You Require More Assistance. Hope this Helps. Let me Know What Happens, Please. Have a Happy Holiday Season and May the All Mighty Bless You and Yours. Be Safe and Happy. Thanks.

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John

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John