PTO driven weedeater type gadget

[NewToy]

Seems I read a while back of a gizmo that's pto driven like a giant weedeater for cleaning up around the perimeter of the property. What would you call this thing and does anyone use one? It would be nice for buzzing along the edge of the woods and along the fence lines. Anything to keep me out of the poison ivy that tends to move in those places.

John

 

[kf4uda]

I found this via Google search: Weed Chopper

Is this what you had in mind?

Chris

 

[NewToy]

Yes, that's exacly what I had in mind. A "weed chopper" looks like it would be a pretty handy gadget to have around. Any members have any experience with this or any similar unit?
kf4, thanks for the info. That "Google" is the cats pajamas.

John

 

[workmytractor]

That's a pretty cool gizmo for someone needing to mow around lots of fencing.

 

[coolnick73]

It seems to me that it might be a bit more handy with a hydraulic arm to change the angle of the arm from the seat so you could get further under fences while avoiding the posts.

 

[MMagis]

I would wonder just how well the string would cut heavier grass and brush. I always though one of these type mowers would be handy, but I've never seen one in action.
The second link has one with an adjustable head.
Fence Runner the Grass, Brush and Weed Mower Trimmer
Butler Equipment Specialty Mowers and Agricultural Equipment -- Index

 

[have_blue]

I recall one that pivoted when it hit something solid. That made it perfect for trimming a fence line.

 

[pat32rf]

Some years ago I made one out of a 36" mower deck. Put bush hog typle blades on it so it cuts 48" swath. Great for berrycanes, small saplings etc but I don't use it when anyone else is in the vicinity due to the exposed blade tips.( Safety police would lock me up)
The string trimmer looks great for grass, weeds etc but I would worry about the juice from poison ivy getting sprayed onto surfaces that you might then touch....

 

[kenstrac]

On my travels one day I ran across one similar to this it had a HYD motor was offset it used old A belt's about 18 in long instead of string was very rugged tried to find info on but it was worn off was painted yellow anybody else ever saw one of these?

 

[moeh1]

I too recall the one that swung back when it got to a fence post. Looked pretty handy. Too many projects.....