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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:11:23 PM EDT
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Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you.
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:13:40 PM EDT
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Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you. First post gets it... Stihl or nothing. |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:13:51 PM EDT
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Stihl or Tanaka it's worth the extra $
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:14:30 PM EDT
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Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you. First post gets it... Stihl or nothing. yup yup yup |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:15:11 PM EDT
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Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you. First post is psychic! 
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:16:14 PM EDT
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At one time I would have recommended a Stihl FS55R. I have had one for a couple of years now, the first year it was great, until the last weekend I needed it, and it wouldn't start. I didn't think to much of it, I drained the fuel, and got it ready for winter storage.
This Spring I took it out, filled it up, cleaned the spark plug, all of that, and it still wouldn't start. I didn't feel like tinkering with it (after all, you buy a Stihl because you want it to work with minimal fuss), and it cost $70 bucks to get it running, the carb needed rebuilt, the diaphragm was gone, dealer says it was probably ethanol in the fuel, sounds plausible. I have been using "True Fuel" which is premixed, ethanol fuel they sell at power equipment places for $4 a quart, we will see how it works out. My only concern with it being ethanol, is that my Stihl Saws have been running on the exact same gas as the trimmer for longer, and I haven't had the first problem with them, haven't had to change so much as a spark plug in four years. They still start as easily as when new, always on the third pull. ETA: If my 55R shits the bed again, I will sell it on CL and buy a Stihl 110, which costs about twice as much, but from everything I can tell the 55 is junk, the 110 is the real deal. |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:22:42 PM EDT
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Quoted: At one time I would have recommended a Stihl FS55R. I have had one for a couple of years now, the first year it was great, until the last weekend I needed it, and it wouldn't start. I didn't think to much of it, I drained the fuel, and got it ready for winter storage. This Spring I took it out, filled it up, cleaned the spark plug, all of that, and it still wouldn't start. I didn't feel like tinkering with it (after all, you buy a Stihl because you want it to work with minimal fuss), and it cost $70 bucks to get it running, the carb needed rebuilt, the diaphragm was gone, dealer says it was probably ethanol in the fuel, sounds plausible. I have been using "True Fuel" which is premixed, ethanol fuel they sell at power equipment places for $4 a quart, we will see how it works out. My only concern with it being ethanol, is that my Stihl Saws have been running on the exact same gas as the trimmer for longer, and I haven't had the first problem with them, haven't had to change so much as a spark plug in four years. They still start as easily as when new, always on the third pull. Itsn't there an additive that helps out with the problems caused by ethanol in small engines? |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:24:06 PM EDT
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echo, 20 years plus, still strong, i run amsoil 2 stroke racing fuel
, 50:1 thru everything, stihl is good too..... |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:25:30 PM EDT
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:30:50 PM EDT
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Stihl.
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:35:30 PM EDT
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At one time I would have recommended a Stihl FS55R. I have had one for a couple of years now, the first year it was great, until the last weekend I needed it, and it wouldn't start. I didn't think to much of it, I drained the fuel, and got it ready for winter storage. This Spring I took it out, filled it up, cleaned the spark plug, all of that, and it still wouldn't start. I didn't feel like tinkering with it (after all, you buy a Stihl because you want it to work with minimal fuss), and it cost $70 bucks to get it running, the carb needed rebuilt, the diaphragm was gone, dealer says it was probably ethanol in the fuel, sounds plausible. I have been using "True Fuel" which is premixed, ethanol fuel they sell at power equipment places for $4 a quart, we will see how it works out. My only concern with it being ethanol, is that my Stihl Saws have been running on the exact same gas as the trimmer for longer, and I haven't had the first problem with them, haven't had to change so much as a spark plug in four years. They still start as easily as when new, always on the third pull. Itsn't there an additive that helps out with the problems caused by ethanol in small engines? In my Chainsaws, and pretty much every other small engine I have dealt with the only additives I have ever needed were gasoline and two stroke oil. I do understand that these engines just aren't designed for it, but the reality is that all of my other tools work fine on the same fuel that supposedly killed my Stihl line trimmer, and if you look hard at reviews of the model I am not alone. I still have complete faith in Stihl products, and plan to replace it with a commercial model, and chalk it up to getting what you pay for. The FS55R was only about $150, the 110 is about $300. |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:38:07 PM EDT
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ROFL.....What's the mix on that, 35:1? I think I'm going to hit up my local Pawn shop for some poor Landscaper dumping a unit for rent. I'll take a look at the Stihl and Echos, thanks... |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:43:18 PM EDT
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I just got an Echo (pro series unit) trimmer last winter and it's super nice. Starts up with only 1-2 pulls and runs STRONG!
It was a huge step up from the POS Homelite that I had for the past 10 years (dog shit on a string was a step up from the Homelite) I also have had an Echo blower for about 12 months and it's been fantastic as well, and was part of the reason I got the Echo trimmer over the Stihl. The dealer I got it from sold both Echo's and Stihls... and said when it came to trimmer and blowers, the Echos were every bit as good as the Stihls. Chainsaws.... not so much. -ZA |
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:49:43 PM EDT
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I really like my Craftsman, straight shaft, and the one without the "bump & go" fish line.
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Posted: 4/26/2011 6:49:51 PM EDT
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ECHO 210
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Posted: 4/26/2011 8:10:56 PM EDT
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Echo, sthil, husky, redmax, or shindiwah, so long as you go with a commercial or pro model then it will last you as long as you need. I just happen to prefer sthil
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Posted: 4/27/2011 3:41:57 AM EDT
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I have a Stihl FS 110 that I bought new last year. Starts on first pull, has un-believable power and torque. Sounds like a Harley Davidson when at idle. All the men in the neighborhood stop what their doing and look when I fire that big boy up. It replaced an FS44 that I bought in 1993. Absolutely no comparison!
Save your money and do it right the first time, get a Stihl! |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 3:44:15 AM EDT
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Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you. Worth every penny. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 3:44:46 AM EDT
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I have a Shindaiwa. It is excellent and changing the string is so simple and fast.
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Posted: 4/27/2011 3:53:35 AM EDT
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I have a husqavarna, straight shaft.
I bought it 4 or 5 years ago, our last house was on an acre and I needed something that would do the job quickly. Nary a problem. Usually starts on the first pull, sometimes after 2-3. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 4:11:32 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you. First post gets it... Stihl or nothing. +1 Stihl Chainsaw and trimmer here... no regrets. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 4:29:51 AM EDT
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I've got an Echo. It worked fine until the Ethanol in the gas ate the carb. Replaced the carb and switched to non-ethanol gas ... problem solved.
Whichever gas trimmer you get, DO NOT USE GAS WITH ETHANOL!!! |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 4:37:17 AM EDT
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Echo srm-225. You will not regret it. I have had mine for 2 years and I love it.
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:15:32 AM EDT
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Echo srm-225. You will not regret it. I have had mine for 2 years and I love it. THIS! |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:22:31 AM EDT
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Budget is around $150-$200 Prefer a straight cutting shaft Easy start If you think your grass may continue to grow, spend the additional money to get a Stihl, Husqvarna, Echo, or Shindaiwa. Only rich people can afford cheap tools. Jane |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:23:17 AM EDT
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Echo straight shaft
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:29:57 AM EDT
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Echo srm-225. You will not regret it. I have had mine for 2 years and I love it. THIS! This+1 more! Love mine. If you want a weed wacker Echo Chainsaw Husky or Stihll |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:30:30 AM EDT
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Husqvarna 223l.
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:31:26 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you. First post gets it... Stihl or nothing. yup yup yup |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:33:49 AM EDT
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Sthil or Echo for the win
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:45:28 AM EDT
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We just bought an acreage and will be moving there in about 2 months. I looked up how much the FS110 was here. $819 I hate you all. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:52:17 AM EDT
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My Stihl is an awesome machine.
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:53:02 AM EDT
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Quoted: We just bought an acreage and will be moving there in about 2 months. I looked up how much the FS110 was here. $819 I hate you all. That's the model I have. I didn't pay anywhere near that for it. Maybe $300? $350? Don't quite remember. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 5:56:14 AM EDT
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Quoted: I've got an Echo. It worked fine until the Ethanol in the gas ate the carb. Replaced the carb and switched to non-ethanol gas ... problem solved. Whichever gas trimmer you get, DO NOT USE GAS WITH ETHANOL!!! Where do you get gas without ethanol? |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:09:50 AM EDT
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We just bought an acreage and will be moving there in about 2 months.
I looked up how much the FS110 was here. $819
I hate you all.
That's the model I have. I didn't pay anywhere near that for it. Maybe $300? $350? Don't quite remember. Note his location. 
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:19:13 AM EDT
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I've got an Echo. It worked fine until the Ethanol in the gas ate the carb. Replaced the carb and switched to non-ethanol gas ... problem solved. Whichever gas trimmer you get, DO NOT USE GAS WITH ETHANOL!!! Where do you get gas without ethanol? Boat marinas usually have it. You can also try adding sta-bil with ethanol treatment. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:22:15 AM EDT
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ROFL.....What's the mix on that, 35:1? I think I'm going to hit up my local Pawn shop for some poor Landscaper dumping a unit for rent. I'll take a look at the Stihl and Echos, thanks... Careful here. This time of year if a trimmer is in hock, its a POS. Id buy a FS55 (cheap Stihl) before Id give much over $25 for a pawnshop special. It only takes about 5 mins with no premix oil in the fuel to ruin a trimmer or saw. Keep that in mind. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:23:36 AM EDT
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I have a Stihl FS 110 that I bought new last year. Starts on first pull, has un-believable power and torque. Sounds like a Harley Davidson when at idle. All the men in the neighborhood stop what their doing and look when I fire that big boy up. It replaced an FS44 that I bought in 1993. Absolutely no comparison! Save your money and do it right the first time, get a Stihl! Your poor neighborhood needs someone to move in with a V8 or Harley. Sad damn day when a weedwacker gets the 'men' in the neighborhood all excited. 
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:24:44 AM EDT
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Spend more and get a Stihl, thats my advice for you. First post gets it... Stihl or nothing. Both. ^^^^^^^^^^^^^ |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:25:01 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: We just bought an acreage and will be moving there in about 2 months. I looked up how much the FS110 was here. $819 I hate you all. That's the model I have. I didn't pay anywhere near that for it. Maybe $300? $350? Don't quite remember. Note his location. Ah. Can you get it shipped for under $400?  |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:26:33 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: Quoted: I've got an Echo. It worked fine until the Ethanol in the gas ate the carb. Replaced the carb and switched to non-ethanol gas ... problem solved. Whichever gas trimmer you get, DO NOT USE GAS WITH ETHANOL!!! Where do you get gas without ethanol? Boat marinas usually have it. You can also try adding sta-bil with ethanol treatment. I just checked Stihl's website, and they say all their machines are designed to run fine with 10% ethanol. Maybe an older machine might not be as durable? |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:28:54 AM EDT
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Stihl trimmers or bust.
My dad has had his for years after his other one got stolen. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:39:07 AM EDT
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Quoted: Quoted: I have a Stihl FS 110 that I bought new last year. Starts on first pull, has un-believable power and torque. Sounds like a Harley Davidson when at idle. All the men in the neighborhood stop what their doing and look when I fire that big boy up. It replaced an FS44 that I bought in 1993. Absolutely no comparison! Save your money and do it right the first time, get a Stihl! Your poor neighborhood needs someone to move in with a V8 or Harley. Sad damn day when a weedwacker gets the 'men' in the neighborhood all excited. You ever see a weedwacker than can cut down an 8" tree? My FS110 can.  |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:42:34 AM EDT
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I've been using a Shindaiwa T242 for 5 years now with no problems at all. It has been a rock solid performer and is easy to use. It is above your price range though...
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:42:59 AM EDT
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ECHO 210 This, Id go with an srm-210 |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 6:45:44 AM EDT
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I have a Stihl FS 110 that I bought new last year. Starts on first pull, has un-believable power and torque. Sounds like a Harley Davidson when at idle. All the men in the neighborhood stop what their doing and look when I fire that big boy up. It replaced an FS44 that I bought in 1993. Absolutely no comparison! Save your money and do it right the first time, get a Stihl! Your poor neighborhood needs someone to move in with a V8 or Harley. Sad damn day when a weedwacker gets the 'men' in the neighborhood all excited. You ever see a weedwacker than can cut down an 8" tree? My FS110 can.
Ive owned one. They are real nice trimmers, no doubt, didnt mean that. I also owned a FS85X, and a few others. My point was its a damn shame that a community of 'men' cant find anything better than a trimmer to 'perk up and look at' in their neighborhood. Seems    to me lol
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Posted: 4/27/2011 8:30:08 AM EDT
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I have a Stihl FS 110 that I bought new last year. Starts on first pull, has un-believable power and torque. Sounds like a Harley Davidson when at idle. All the men in the neighborhood stop what their doing and look when I fire that big boy up. It replaced an FS44 that I bought in 1993. Absolutely no comparison! Save your money and do it right the first time, get a Stihl! Your poor neighborhood needs someone to move in with a V8 or Harley. Sad damn day when a weedwacker gets the 'men' in the neighborhood all excited. You ever see a weedwacker than can cut down an 8" tree? My FS110 can.
Ive owned one. They are real nice trimmers, no doubt, didnt mean that. I also owned a FS85X, and a few others. My point was its a damn shame that a community of 'men' cant find anything better than a trimmer to 'perk up and look at' in their neighborhood. Seems to me lolas I have to crank on my pos walmart special all freaking day I notice my neighbor likes to come out and crank up his four stroke sthl and let it idle in the driveway not because he needs to use it because he was done two hours ago yep I caught the ghey watching him and that stihl
nah the only thing we have that gets the men excited is the super hot wife down the street likes to wash all the vehicles in her tiny bikini right out by the road lol she knows exactly what the hell she is doing |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 8:32:15 AM EDT
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Quit being such a wuss get on your hands and needs and pull those weeds with your bare hands like a real man
and if you wear gloves youre a bitch!!!
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Posted: 4/27/2011 8:35:46 AM EDT
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12 years of commercial mowing here.
I had an Echo for about 9 of those years and it was fine. Got a Stihl 3 years ago, had trouble out of it, had to have the carb replaced. Ethanol and not using their brand of oil was supposedly the cause. It runs fine now and I don't use ethanol fuel in any of my equipment anymore, but it's still a finicky little bastard. Doesn't like the cold at all. Been using a Shindaiwa this year. That thing is great. One thing that you should consider is to get the biggest head you can find. My echo only held about 18' of string, the Sthil 24' and the Shindaiwa holds 30'+ Also, sthil and shindaiwa have much better design for quick re-spooling than Echo. |
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Posted: 4/27/2011 8:37:18 AM EDT
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Echo industrial (The grey models)
I've tried others. Echo IMO is the best. |
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