Trimmers

[sunslave]

This is my First year getting started.

Everyone seems to carry at least 2 Trimmers everywhere they go. So, In general they appear to be a "weak" piece of equipment. So why should I spend $400.00 on a "GOOD" one. Why don't I just by one of those "Lowes" Cheapy's and replace it every year.

I have heard that you can buy 2 of the same model on the same day of any brand, Stihl, Echo, Homelite, whatever... one run like a dream and be a turd form the first pull.

Someone Please "clue" me in.

I have a good sense of humor, so let me have it.

[Scaper-S2k]

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You've heard wrong.

Okay, go buy a Husqvarna 322L ($259) or a 325lx ($329). They will out perform virtually all others.

And just think, Lowes now carries them (first year). My oldest Husky still purrs like brand new (seriously). It's 8-9 years old. No problems. I have many of their trimmers and none have problems ever. You will be hard pressed to find a better trimmer. Anyone that says theirs is the best has NEVER used a Husky, that's a fact.

They are strong, and will chew up any of those cheesy 'one year models'. Start with the 322l and you'll understand what a trimmer is suppose to feel like.

Don't Fear the Green!

[sunslave]

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Hey Scaper, Thanks

I did not know that they (trimmers) had that long of a usable life span. I did see that Lowes carried Husquvarna Equipment,Are their hedge trimmers as dependable?

[Scaper-S2k]

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I personally think Echo makes one of the best hedge trimmers out there, but crappy line trimmers. I had such great luck with Husky line trimmers that I bought the older model Husky hedge trimmers. Didn't like them. I have 7 Echos that never stop running. Once dull, we use them to trim down ornamental grasses and thick shrubbery.

Having said that, last week I ordered a Husky hedge trimmer. But I ordered the one that has the same engine and shaft as the line trimmers do. The shaft is about half as long though, which is good. I will keep all posted as to how I like them, they are 'suppose' to be in tomorrow. Lowes doesn't carry that model. But I am still a die-hard Echo fan (the 1500 model I believe). Funny, they just started carrying that at Home Depot! But still just as good as always.

Husqvarna line trimmers.
Echo hedge trimmers.
Stihl backpack blowers.
Stihl/husqvarna chainsaws.

No problems with that setup of equipment and brands. We've used alot. Those really do good.

Don't Fear the Green!

[Bryan]

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no matter what brand (as long as it commercial) Spend at least 250.00 and up.

Like scraper said; once you use a real trimmer you'll never go back and you won't need to go back.

Green is good !!

[rkbrown]

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I currently have a Stihl FS80 as my main trimmer and have an old Ryobi split shaft as my backup. When the Ryobi finally kicks the bucket I will look at the Husky or Shindaiwa T-230 as a backup. Although if Scaper is right, the Stihl may wind up as the backup. <img src=icon_smile.gif border=0 align=middle>

Rob
Taybritt Lawn and Landscape Services

[nohhousefire]

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What works for me. I buy two Robin 26cc weedeaters every year,cost $700.00 and sell the ones I bought two years before for $300.00 bucks.Generally always have someone waiting for old ones which are still good weedeaters.

[Scaper-S2k]

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A decent trimmer should last you years. If not, get a different brand. I am not kidding when I say that all of my Husky trimmers are still purring, even the ones dating back nearly a decade. I change the plug every spring. And clean the air filter once every few months. Never have I needed to "grease the shaft" (ha ha). They just keep going. And they are VERY well balanced (the best). We do all small commercial sites which means we usually trim longer than we mow. I would buy a Husky before you could give me another brand for free.

Don't Fear the Green!

[Scaper-S2k]

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Oh, I just remembered, I did just put a new muffler on a 3 year old Husky 322L. I was told it was because I don't rev them up high enough when we trim and it can gum them up over time. But I only rev 1/2 throttle because that is all that is needed. Cost? $26. Only expense.

Don't Fear the Green!

[Bryan]

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What is a robin Trimmer?

Do they have a web site?

Who makes them?

I've never heard of them. That doesn't mean they aren't any good.
I would like to know more because the cost is that of a Shindaiwa.



Green is good !!

[rkbrown]

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http://www.robinoutdoorpower.com

Rob
Taybritt Lawn and Landscape Services

[nohhousefire]

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Robin was put out by Wisconsin Engines from 1971 until 1993. It is built by Fugi-Robin of Japan and is now marketed by them.

Can be viewed at:www.wiproducts.com/outdoor/

Edited by - nohhousefire on Jun 27 2002 4:17:43 PM