Mechanical Sciences
4-H Small Engines Project
The Colorado 4‑H Small Engines Project teaches youth how small engines work and helps them develop maintenance and repair skills through hands‑on learning.
- Unit 1 – Crank It Up! introduces beginners to basic engine parts, simple repairs, routine maintenance, and the importance of safety and using manuals correctly.
- Unit 2 – Warm It Up! explores different types of engines, internal components, specialized tools, engine size and compression, and even small business possibilities.
- Unit 3 – Tune It Up! focuses on advanced skills such as engine teardown, rebuilding, diagnostics, troubleshooting, and proper long‑term care.
- Unit 4 – Advanced Small Engines encourages youth to design and complete independent projects, take on junior leadership, and build strong technical and problem‑solving abilities.
Learn more about the 4-H Small Engines project on Colorado 4-H.
Official Project Materials
Materials & Curriculum
SLV Area Clubs
The San Luis Valley Area has several 4-H clubs that coordinate events and help mentor youth members through a variety of 4-H projects. Most clubs meet once a month.
San Luis Valley Small Engines Project Details
This project educates on the basic knowledge of small engines.
You must complete a stand-alone project and display board according to state fair requirements along with a completed record book.
Requirements:
- Attend 2 projects meetings.
- Record book in a 3-ring folder will need to accompany your project.
- See Project Manuals above in Materials & Curriculum for details.
Cost:
- Manuals can be purchased at SLV Extension or through Shop 4-H (link above) for $5.75
- Boards: $8-10 Walmart/Amazon
- Stand Alone: $50-$300
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