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Post by Premier on Nov 25, 2018 0:51:35 GMT -5
Can someone remind me the difference between a straight and a curved string trimmer? Which one is better for what, etc.
I sold all my yard tools before moving to FL 5 years ago. We have been living in maintenance-provided communities. But now that I bought a house, I am doing the yard work myself.
I had top of the line gas Toro equipment back in KC (Self propelled mower, trimmer, blower and edging tool). But I am thinking of going electrical now. Electric tools have come a long way. And should be perfect for a smaller sized yards like I have.
I was looking at the EGO brand, but I've also read some pretty good reviews about Kobalt's. I have a 20% coupon for Kobalt. So probably going with that brand.
Any experiences about Kobalt or electric yard tools in general?
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Post by Deleted on Nov 25, 2018 8:58:03 GMT -5
I have an electric weed eater and blower combo. It is a Toro. Came in a pack together with 2 batteries and a charger. I have had them for 3 or 4 years, maybe longer. I can usually get through my front and back yard with no problem, it didn't have the battery to finish my last house but I had to weed eat around a fence. Usually kept one charged, finish it, change batteries, and charge the other one while finishing up.
The only thing I will say is the spool that holds the line is weak. I've broken 2 of them, the plastic just snaps in half. It was a pain in the ass finding a replacement but when I did, I got two jist to be safe. That is literally the only thing other than change the spool a couple times that I've done to them. No maintenance required. Plus they are actually pretty powerful for what they are. You wouldn't expect it to take down some of the stuff it takes down.
Only other issue is the line is self feeding so sometimes the line snaps off early and u have to spin the spool manually to get more string out but it isnt a huge issue.
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Post by verbal0knit on Nov 25, 2018 12:58:37 GMT -5
If you're a homeowner with a small yard, electric yard tools are the way to go. Electric yard tools are cheaper to buy and they won't need repairs or gas. I got all my shit at Home Depot, and I bought the cheapest gear I could find. Before the gophers showed up, I was using the weed wacker to cut the grass. All the electric tools are over 10 years old. The rakes are older than me. .
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Nov 25, 2018 13:42:02 GMT -5
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Post by adamg01 on Nov 25, 2018 13:42:02 GMT -5
For serious weedeating get yourself a straight shaft Stihl. More ergonimical than a curved shaft and keeps grass off of you. I have an FS55 and I bought another recently just because it was too good a deal to pass on.
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Nov 25, 2018 18:57:40 GMT -5
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Post by johncfc on Nov 25, 2018 18:57:40 GMT -5
You don't need tools. Just go with a machete.
No, not the knife. The poster. Just pay an illegal. Dirtcheap.
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Nov 25, 2018 23:16:20 GMT -5
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Post by Deleted on Nov 25, 2018 23:16:20 GMT -5
My next set of outdoor yard tools will be coordless electric for sure. The battery life now is so advantageous
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Post by verbal0knit on Nov 26, 2018 12:40:59 GMT -5
You don't need tools. Just pay an illegal. Dirtcheap. Dirtcheap, yes. But all they do is blow the leaves around in a circle and piss on your side entrance gate.
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