I have changed variable speed belts before, and always do it by replacing both belts, someone tell me how to adjust the rod that connects to the clutch brake and and speed contol lever, the vsp is in good shape and working properly, but the rear drive belt comes of when going to higher speeds. I have the proper belts, i just replaced identicle set a week ago, but didn't require adjustment and worked great, but this one had the rod from the clutch/ brake to the speed control apart. Tell me how to adjust this or how to cure throwing the rear belt. All the help will be appreciated. I can also make a customer happy with your help

I have a five year old Weedeater XT260 gas powered string trimmer. It is very hard to start and eventually I can get it started, but then will only stay on if I leave it on 1/2 choke and don't touch the gas control at all. No matter how long it runs (so it is not a cold engine) if I change the choke or try to give it gas, it dies. I've read many posts about a clogged carb and cleaning out the carb so that may be my next step, but I've noticed that when I push the primer bulb, it stays in and gas does NOT refill it quickly. It refills very slowly and slowly comes back out. Instead of the carb, could this be caused by either a clogged fuel line or some filter somewhere? (Is there a fuel filter in the tank?). I've broken the starter rope so that needs to be replaced but I don't want to just throw money at it (rope, carb, filter,....). If a quick fix, it'll be worth it. Thanks