Best String Trimmer

[Elite1]

Two rednecks decided that they weren't going anywhere in life and

thought they should go to college to get ahead.



The first goes in to see the counselor, who tells him to take Math,

History, and Logic.



"What's Logic?" the first redneck asks. The professor answers by saying,

"Let me give you an example. Do you own a weed eater?" "I sure do. "



"Then I can assume, using logic, that you have a yard," replied the

professor.



"That's real good!" says the redneck. The professor continues, "Logic

will also tell me that since you have a yard, you also live in a house. "

Impressed, the redneck says, "Amazin!" "And since you live in a house, logic

dictates that you might have a wife. " "That's Betty Mae! This is incredible!"

The redneck is obviously catching on. "Finally, since you have a wife,

logically I can assume that you are heterosexual, you know you like women" said the professor.

"You're absolutely right! Why that's the most fascinatin' thing I ever

heard! I cain't wait to take that logic class!!"



The redneck, proud of the new world opening up to him, walks back into

the hallway, where his friend is still waiting.



"So what classes are ya takin' ?" asks the friend. "Math, History, and

Logic!" replies the first redneck. "What in tarnation is logic???" asked

his friend. "Let me give you an example.



Do ya own a weed eater?" asked the first redneck.



"No," his friend replied.



"You're QUEER, ain't ya?"...

 

[mcoleman]

I've got a Shindiawa trimmer that I've put a blade on for trimming brush. It will cut down 3 inch diameter trees with ease. I also use only Stihl chainsaws on the farm. An 029 and a 360Pro.

 

[Andy Perreault]

Another Honda owner

I bought an almost-new Honda 4-stroke from a guy at work. It works great and almost always starts on the first pull.

Here's a recommendation for you: Check out the square shaped replacement string, it cuts through thick weeds a lot easier than the conventional round string, because it has sharp corners. I highly recommend it.

Wear eye protection!!

Andy

 

[lschultz]

I have to agree with you Andy on the square shaped replacement. I have been using it for quite a while. My old Echo SRM 2300 is still going strong probably 15-20 yrs old. I heard the new Echos are not made like they were years ag0. Son has a Stihl FS85 and thats what I will probably get when the Echo gives it up.

 

[Mike Ellis]

I have a Ryobi 4-stroke that I really like, it is fine for the flatland no-brush usage I put it to. Mostly clearing pasture fencelines with briars, assorted weeds, the occasional snake or varmint



Likes: Lower RPM than 2-stroke, hands don't feel numb after using it several hours. Seems to have more torque, roots through heavy grass and weeds without having to scream it up like a Suzuki dirt bike. Easy to start and maintain. Every time I start it up it makes me laugh to remember the demise of my previous weedeater (see below)



Dislikes: Fairly heavy. Not enough power to use with the cutting blades on heavy brush.



Would have bought a Stihl but on that particular Sunday only the Home Depot types were open and all they had was the Ryobi. Had to replace my other weedeater after the miserable McCulloch POS failed to start on the 3,756th pull. Wrapped that SOB around the basketball goal post, unfortunately wife caught me in the middle of the temper fit beating the shattered remains with a 55-gal drum and screaming redneck battle garble at the top of my lungs: "GOOBLY! GARNSMACKING FARKLE %$&*!!" I am not very rational or understandable at moments like that I guess. On the positive side, it does help the neighbors keep their distance.



I had to shell out for a new weedeater to finish the yard that day, but it was worth every doggone cent. That's one McCulloch POS that will never give another gray hair to anyone... .

 

[lschultz]

I can relate to the McCullochs. Back about 77or78 I bought my first chainsaw(McCulloch)It was a small one 14"bar. It cut but not to good. I made the mistake of loaning it to my brother in law,said he wanted to use it. I got it back after I had to ask for it chain was about to fall off,muffler was missing,handle was broke and something else but I don't remember. I fix it but made him pay for it. Got rid of it after that. I remember the old man at the chain saw shop when I went to get parts,he said:-{} boy theres two things you don't loan out,your wife and your chain saw. From there I went to a Echo(had it about 20 years)sold it and bought a Husky(thats one fine saw)bought me a saw Stihl to use for small limbs(great saw). I gave my son a bigger Stihl after he built his house another great saw.

 

[waterdonkey]

It depends what you want to do with it, power to weight ratio is a big factor when your arms are holding the thing all day. I have used Echo, Shindaiwa, Stihl, Husqvarna, TMC, and Astron. They are all good as long as you get the right size for the job. As stated earlier you want a straight shaft with a centrifugal clutch. All of the high end trimmers have these features. Power power and more power but with power comes weight. Currently I have the largest Shindaiwa made (almost 2 HP) it is a beast and will cut through anything but it gets very heavy after a few hours of cutting brush. I also have a TMC, about half the size of the Shindaiwa. I have had it for about 15 years and have used it hard for landscape contracting. It has never let me down. Kawasaki makes the motor for the TMC, Astron and others, I can highly recommend anything with a Kawasaki motor. Just find one designed for commercial use and remember the power to weight thing. Get some quality string line (. 105" to . 120") it makes a world of difference.

I like 2 stroke units.

Another thing, I would stay away from the ones with handle bars.

 

[Andy Perreault]

Originally posted by Mike Ellis

... and screaming redneck battle garble at the top of my lungs: "GOOBLY! GARNSMACKING FARKLE %$&*!!"

Oh my gosh! You snuck one past the censors!

Andy

 

[QRTRHRS]

Originally posted by waterdonkey

I would stay away from the ones with handle bars.

I like the handlebars with the correct harness. When I first bought the Stihl FS200, I would have said the same with the standard shoulder strap. I bought the shoulder harness that spreads the weight equally over both shoulders. With a heavier trimmer, the harness makes a long day of trimming much easier on the shoulders. The handlebars give me good control.



Re: string. I like the heads with three plastic blades myself. As long as you take it easy against rocks and concrete, etc. , they will last a long time.