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Posted: 3/10/2022 11:57:27 AM EST
[#1]
Stihl gets my money. And get a straight shaft. (Insert penis joke here)
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Posted: 3/10/2022 11:58:21 AM EST
[#2]
Go with whatever brand has the best dealer in your area.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 11:58:29 AM EST
[#3]
For that small amount of land I'd go cordless.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:02:07 PM EST
[#4]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Stihl gets my money. And get a straight shaft. (Insert penis joke here) Roger, FIL is a Stihl fan boy  |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:05:36 PM EST
[#5]
Shindaiwa t235 is what you seek.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:06:01 PM EST
[#6]
Straight shaft, and the biggest CC engine in your price range.
I think I've got the Ryobi 30cc for attachments and its 3 years old and does ok. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:08:45 PM EST
[#7]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Straight shaft, and the biggest CC engine in your price range. I think I've got the Ryobi 30cc for attachments and its 3 years old and does ok. I think Stihl has the bigger engine in my price range, and I’m only looking at straight shaft |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:09:08 PM EST
[#8]
What power tools do you use?
Go cordless. Milwaukee FUEL FTW. 
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:10:09 PM EST
[#9]
Quote HistoryQuoted: What power tools do you use? Go cordless. Milwaukee FUEL FTW. DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:10:55 PM EST
[#10]
Dewalt 60v.
Works great, no gas/oil to mess with. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:12:05 PM EST
[#11]
Echo master race here. Get the straight shaft for sure!
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:12:57 PM EST
[#12]
For that size yard forget about gas. Pay a little more now for battery power and save your gas money and time. I have almost a 1/2 acre and this works just fine, I can do the yard 3 times before I have to charge it. The price has gone up since I bought mine but you may be able to find it cheaper elsewhere.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QGDFMVY |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:13:18 PM EST
[#13]
EGO
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:14:24 PM EST
[#14]
Skip a couple of range trips and fast food for an FS131
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:15:04 PM EST
[#15]
Quote HistoryQuoted: DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: What power tools do you use? Go cordless. Milwaukee FUEL FTW. DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? I have a drill and impact set I purchased in 2007 that still work great and have been beat on much more than a city lot will beat on a string trimmer. If you go gas there's no reason to buy a big heavy straight shaft trimmer. I have 3 stihl trimmers, one is a large brush cutter version, one medium straight, one small curved. I use the small curved shaft around the house and yard. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:15:08 PM EST
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I have a red max that is 13 years old and still kicking. As mentioned to with one that has a good dealer in the area and use the engineered fuel like TruFuel. It made a big difference in the reliability of my gas mixed tools.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:17:21 PM EST
[#17]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Skip a couple of range trips and fast food for an FS131 JFC he has 1/4 of an acre. Comments like this and many others in this thread is why the internet is a shitty place for advice. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:17:22 PM EST
[#18]
My old Echo is still going strong with an occasional carb rebuild.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:19:30 PM EST
[#19]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Skip a couple of range trips and fast food for an FS131 That’s a little much, I just want a high quality string trimmer that’s built well for residential use that will last long term |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:34:35 PM EST
[#20]
Mine is a two-stroke ECHO model. It has survived over 20 years of residential use and is still going strong.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:43:02 PM EST
[#21]
Quote HistoryQuoted: DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: What power tools do you use? Go cordless. Milwaukee FUEL FTW. DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? They are simpler, quieter and cheaper Go battery |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:48:52 PM EST
[#22]
Quote HistoryQuoted: DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? I bet they will And give you less headache along the way Do you also have plug in drills? For your needs...electric all the way. Zero doubt. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:53:29 PM EST
[#23]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I bet they will And give you less headache along the way Do you also have plug in drills? For your needs...electric all the way. Zero doubt. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? I bet they will And give you less headache along the way Do you also have plug in drills? For your needs...electric all the way. Zero doubt. Got it, looks like I’ll be getting the DeWalt cordless trimmer then  |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:55:21 PM EST
[#24]
Quote HistoryQuoted: For that small amount of land I'd go cordless. ^ ^ ^ T H I S ^ ^ ^ Cordless is the only way to go today. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:57:26 PM EST
[#25]
I have a Stihl Combi system. The string trimmer that is part of that works excellent. Despite that, I pick up my Dewalt battery string trimmer every time (since the day I bought it.) Much lighter & quieter.
While currently around $120 (bare tool) they occasionally sell for around $80. I replaced the head with a Husqvarna 966674401 T25 Tap Trimmer Advance Head for less than $20 and it is GTG for your sized lawn. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 12:59:30 PM EST
[#26]
Quote HistoryQuoted: DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: What power tools do you use? Go cordless. Milwaukee FUEL FTW. DeWalt, I like gas because of the long term, will the battery powered string trimmers work 10 years from now? My Makita trimmers are going strong after 9 years. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 1:02:39 PM EST
[#27]
My old Snapper trimmer and hand held blower lasted just over 15 years. My Stihl trimmer and hand held blower are now 16 and still rolling. I just ordered a new trimmer head last night, it'll be the 5th I've put on it. It is used and used hard.
That said, now that we're at the farm full time my nearest dealer sells Echo and if I buy a new one that's what it'll be. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 1:04:48 PM EST
[#28]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Echo master race here. Get the straight shaft for sure! this 100% |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 1:11:30 PM EST
[#29]
Quote HistoryQuoted: For that small amount of land I'd go cordless. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 1:12:29 PM EST
[#30]
I have a Stihl straight shaft trimmer.
I mostly use it for land clearing. I run an 8" carbide tooth blade on it. It will cut a 2" tree without slowing down. I have taken out 6-8" trees by cutting around them. Thing is a beast. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 1:15:17 PM EST
[#31]
Get an Echo, preferable the power head models so you can attach other tools if needed. I've been happy with mine. Use ethanol free gas.
If you have a smaller yard, it seems the cordless battery options have developed a strong following the last few years. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 1:35:45 PM EST
[#32]
I'm still using a Stihl FS 56 that I bought five years ago, it's still going strong.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 1:49:14 PM EST
[#33]
Echo SRM225 has been great for nearly 10 years of 2 acres of landscape and brush clearing. No repairs, 1 new bump head. I use the premixed fuel last 3-4 years.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 2:18:27 PM EST
[#34]
I’ve been running a Stihl FS70R for about two years now and it’s been great. It was about $250-300 IIRC. Money well spent.
It’s the smallest, least expensive “professional grade” string trimmer they offer and it’s leagues better than their most expensive “residential grade” trimmer. The engine is built to last longer, it’s more powerful and it has a longer straight shaft which makes it a lot easier to use than a curved one. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 2:21:47 PM EST
[#35]
Quote HistoryQuoted: For that small amount of land I'd go cordless. I used a battery-powered EGO on five acres. No problem. I have other EGO tools, so I had multiple batteries. Charge two while using one, and you could go all day. By the time one died, I needed a break anyway. I would never want a gas string trimmer again. I do have a gas brush cutter that has a string trimmer head, but I always have the saw blade on it. I use it to cut brush and saplings. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 2:23:28 PM EST
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Posted: 3/10/2022 3:14:52 PM EST
[#37]
Quote HistoryQuoted: I used a battery-powered EGO on five acres. No problem. I have other EGO tools, so I had multiple batteries. Charge two while using one, and you could go all day. By the time one died, I needed a break anyway. I would never want a gas string trimmer again. I do have a gas brush cutter that has a string trimmer head, but I always have the saw blade on it. I use it to cut brush and saplings. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: For that small amount of land I'd go cordless. I used a battery-powered EGO on five acres. No problem. I have other EGO tools, so I had multiple batteries. Charge two while using one, and you could go all day. By the time one died, I needed a break anyway. I would never want a gas string trimmer again. I do have a gas brush cutter that has a string trimmer head, but I always have the saw blade on it. I use it to cut brush and saplings. Cordless is awesome, I've not used EGO tools before. I have m18 goodies at work and I love not effing around with 2T mix, noise, plugged up carbs, plugged up mufflers , etc. They aren't perfect for every application but they really shine where they are. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 3:19:17 PM EST
[#38]
EGO.
I have their whole system with the powerhead and all the attachments. Takes care of my 1/2 acre with tons of trees/bushes/etc. Very convenient and powerful. |
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Posted: 3/10/2022 7:12:07 PM EST
[#39]
i bought a Stihl fs70r when i bought my home in september. i really wanted a 94r but that was like $150 more. i know the one i bought will last a lifetime. Stihl all the way
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Posted: 3/10/2022 7:12:51 PM EST
[#40]
Stihl FS91
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Posted: 3/10/2022 7:13:00 PM EST
[#41]
I like my 20v dewalt trimmer. It is just fine for small lots.
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Posted: 3/10/2022 7:28:47 PM EST
[#42]
Get a Husky trimmer. I’ve been using a 224L for a while and it just keeps taking a beating.
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Posted: 3/11/2022 3:55:03 PM EST
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Echo master race here. Get the straight shaft for sure! This just the head is worth it. |
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Posted: 3/11/2022 4:00:06 PM EST
[#44]
Been using an Echo PAS-225 for a few years now with trimmer and edger attachments and it works great (4700sqft of yard). If I had to do it again I might go with an EGO electric multi-head as my EGO electric leaf blower is awesome.
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Posted: 3/11/2022 4:07:32 PM EST
[#45]
I would have recommended the FS70, it's served me well over like 6 years or so and has put up with abuse. But the battery trimmers will do for a 1/4 acre yard.
Quote HistoryQuoted: Skip a couple of range trips and fast food for an FS131 Can attest, thing is a beast on thick tall grass with a tri blade. I can only imagine the bigger units.
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Posted: 3/11/2022 4:13:53 PM EST
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Shindaiwa t235 is what you seek. This or the Echo 225. The Echo is about $230 at Home Depot and comes with a speed feed head. If you don’t know what that is, watch some videos on YouTube, it’s awesome. Most importantly, don’t use ethanol gas. Buy the premix in cans or find a station near you that sells good ol regular ethanol free gas. It is about $5 a gallon currently but you won’t be replacing your carburetor every year. |
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Posted: 3/11/2022 4:16:44 PM EST
[#47]
Quote HistoryQuoted: For that small amount of land I'd go cordless. Yep. I tossed my gas powered trimmer last year and bought a Ryobi battery powered trimmer. It works awesome and I am SO glad I don't have to fuck around with gas anymore. |
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Posted: 3/11/2022 4:21:46 PM EST
[#48]
Stihl Kombi system.. 1 powerhead, multiple attachments.
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Posted: 3/11/2022 4:27:45 PM EST
[#49]
I bought a $100 rechargable Worx last year, 1/3 acre, lots of fence to trim around. Works great, lightweight, no regrets.
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Posted: 3/11/2022 4:38:17 PM EST
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After you get your new string trimmer, don't use it around an underground Yellowjacket nest with it. The Yellowjackets will come out in a freaking cloud to let you and your gas powered string trimmer know you are not welcome around the entrance to their nest.
Ask me how I know... But I imagine it would have been funny as hell to see a video of me hollering like a 10 year old girl as I immediately exited the area, complete with numerous Yellowjackets doing their level best to sting the living' shit out of me. |
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