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Weed trimmer
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:14 am
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:14 am
I am in the market for a new weed trimmer. I want to spend about $200 and I am looking for something that works well and won't make my arm numb after just a few minutes of use.
Thanks for any suggestions.
Thanks for any suggestions.
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Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:17 am to chryso
Spend a few hundred and get a Stihl kombi tool. You get a head, blower, trimmer and edger. Well worth the money
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:30 am to chryso
if it's orange, it's probably good lol.
However, Stihl / husqvarna / echo / shindowa are all good.
But i got a damn 80 dollar Troy bilt and that damn thing has been FIRE for me for 2 seasons so far, going into 3rd season.
However, Stihl / husqvarna / echo / shindowa are all good.
But i got a damn 80 dollar Troy bilt and that damn thing has been FIRE for me for 2 seasons so far, going into 3rd season.
This post was edited on 5/8/13 at 10:32 am
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:32 am to Mr. Allman
in my experience i have always been disapointed in the "do all" setups with the different attachments. I prefere to get a tool specifically designed for the job I am doing.
Look at a Tanaka straight shaft trimmer. I just bought this one
LINK
and am very happy with it.
My Dad has an older Tanaka brush cutter that has given him no issues in 6+ years.
ETA: I chose Tenaka over Husqvarna based on reviews (both good), price (Tanaka about $100 cheaper) and warrenty (Husq-2 yr, Tanaka -7 Yr)
Look at a Tanaka straight shaft trimmer. I just bought this one
LINK
and am very happy with it.
My Dad has an older Tanaka brush cutter that has given him no issues in 6+ years.
ETA: I chose Tenaka over Husqvarna based on reviews (both good), price (Tanaka about $100 cheaper) and warrenty (Husq-2 yr, Tanaka -7 Yr)
This post was edited on 5/8/13 at 10:34 am
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:44 am to onelochevy
I bought an echo and put a brush blade on it. It's a beast
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:44 am to chryso
Stihl straight shaft
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:45 am to Chris4x4gill2
I ain't buyin no shite called no tanaka for no damn two hunned dollas. 
frick that shite.
frick that shite.
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:45 am to m2pro
quote:
shindowa
Best small gas engine tool I have ever bought, will never own another brand
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:49 am to chryso
Echo srm230
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:50 am to jimbeam
Weedeater featherlite straight shaft 25cc for $89.00! 
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:52 am to Tigerpaw123
Shindawas are expensive and too much for most homeowners. They have bigger engines and are heavier.
I have a 15yr old Echo that is still as strong as the day it was bought
I have a 15yr old Echo that is still as strong as the day it was bought
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:53 am to meauxjeaux2
Say what you will, but the Tanaka's are spoken of highly in the pro lawn guy forums and all consumer review sites.
Of course, Stihl, redmax, Shindaiwa, etc. are as well.
Of course, Stihl, redmax, Shindaiwa, etc. are as well.
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:54 am to Hammertime
been seeing commercials now for Echo's under $200. Not bad.
I like my 4 stroke Troybilt plenty fine. She's 6 years old now and still kicking.
I like my 4 stroke Troybilt plenty fine. She's 6 years old now and still kicking.
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:54 am to Chris4x4gill2
quote:already did.
Say what you will
quote:
Tanaka
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:57 am to jimbeam
Echo has a 5 year warranty, and is sold by real outdoor equipment companies who will service the equipment.
I've had Ryobi commercial grade (no longer available) and Husky. I had the combo with about 6 attachments (thus the reason for buying Husky - it accepted all the attachments I had).
The combo system is the way to go IF you are doing work around the house with an occasional trip to the camp for some serious work.
And don't bother with tiller attachment.
Bottom line - echo, husky, stihl, red max and you'll be fine. Non-ethanol gas only.
I've had Ryobi commercial grade (no longer available) and Husky. I had the combo with about 6 attachments (thus the reason for buying Husky - it accepted all the attachments I had).
The combo system is the way to go IF you are doing work around the house with an occasional trip to the camp for some serious work.
And don't bother with tiller attachment.
Bottom line - echo, husky, stihl, red max and you'll be fine. Non-ethanol gas only.
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:57 am to crazytigerfan69
quote:
Stihl straight shaft
This is what I have been leaning toward but I wanted to check with you guys.
The Echo is not something I was thinking about but I will give it a look also.
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:58 am to meauxjeaux2
quote:
I like my 4 stroke Troybilt plenty fine.
Posted on 5/8/13 at 10:58 am to Chris4x4gill2
quote:
warrenty (Husq-2 yr, Tanaka -7 Yr)
Wow, that is a really good warranty.
I will have to take a look.
Posted on 5/8/13 at 11:01 am to chryso
We have the 230 and it gets heavy use. Starts fine after probabaly 5 years
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