String trimmers

[two_bit_score]

I am a dedicated Stihl owner. I have had great service from them.

However, this looked pretty good the other day.

DeWalt DCST97X1 6V FLEXVOLT String Trimmer | Acme Tools

I’m not sure Stihl has a battery trimmer that is powerful enough for what I want it to do. I’ve got many years left in my Stihl inventory.

I’m finally giving up on my 30+ year old Tanaka trimmer. It was fantastic but no Texas dealer that I can find makes it hard to keep ne that Old going.


TBS

 

[big bubba]

Recommend Echo or Sthil bought from a local dealer.
Get a pro model for that long term heavy use. yleekioti

absolutely

 

[ArlyA]

Lets not forget that power head type of a unit, can be used as a pole-saw. Something we use much.

 

[AchingBack]

Yep, I've had Stihl in the past and don't think they can be beat for gasoline powered trimmers. But now . . . well, I have the EGO 56V string trimmer. Mine does not have the quick string reloading system that they now have available, but I have a spare spool, so I keep the spare loaded and it doesn't take long to change if I run out of string in the one in the tool. And when I finish, it's no big deal to put string on the empty one to be ready next time.

Bird, which EGO AH battery are you using in the trimmer?

 

[Doofy]

That is some interesting equipment. After trying a brush blade 25+ years ago, I decided to stick with string trimming. Never even thought of a chainsaw head. I think I missed some useful equipment .

 

[Tractorable]

Everything is going battery now. Get two lithium 5ah batteries and a charger and you’re set. Will outlast you. My Husqvarna gas trimmer is still working well but when it dies I’ll be getting a 20V max DeWalt trimmer since I already have the batteries and chargers. I’m also getting a battery powered chainsaw for limbing around the property. I’ll still use my Stihl gas saw for felling.

 

[ericm979]

When you run blades, the guard is added for somethings protection. We only use them with our steel brush cutting blades.

I use the standard full size plastic one when running the string trimmer head. Otherwise I get totally hosed down by wet plant debris. Even with it on I'm still a mess afterwards. The guard also has a blade that cuts the ends off the strings. With the brush blade I use a small metal one.

The pic on this page FS 24 | Bike-Handle Trimmer and Brushcutter | STIHL USA
shows the standard large plastic guard, down by the string trimmer head.

 

[ArlyA]

The saws are great but you need to try a .155 string head. Those baby's can cut!

That is some interesting equipment. After trying a brush blade 25+ years ago, I decided to stick with string trimming. Never even thought of a chainsaw head. I think I missed some useful equipment .

 

[Doofy]

The saws are great but you need to try a .155 string head. Those baby's can cut!

I run just as thick of line as I can find. Never tried .155 though.

 

[LS Tractor Owner]

Bought a Toro 25cc 4cycle about 4 years ago. I have used and abused it severely. This 5th season, started right up but was having difficulty running at full throttle. I believe it is carb related. Otherwise never gave me a problem. Went and bought a 27cc 4cycle Cub Cadet at TSC w/ a brush cutter attachment and the 'Pro' head for $219. Has a lot of power and I am very pleased with it. I figure it has a three year warranty, if I get 4 seasons out of it, I'll buy another, maybe another 4 years use....I'd still be about the same price as the 'professional' trimmers.

I will never buy another 2 stroke ever again. Had the professional high end and the cheapest available....2 strokes just don't last IMHO.