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Ok that explains it..yep fuel.has been left in the tank when not in use and it's been used very infrequently so I guess this was to be expected.
Unfortunately I'm not the most.mechanically gifted or.knowledgable..I did look on YouTube but suspect it might be a bad idea.tp attempt a DIY investigation0 -
Changing the complete carb is really easy. Usually a couple of screws and the fuel pipe(s) just push on.0
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I agree with 'Jackmydads' post, using Aspen removes any fuel issues. For most gardeners a can of Aspen once a year is enough. I also note Hyundai garden products are on offer on eBay now with 20% off. The HYTR2650 petrol strimmer is now £79.990
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My 4stroke 35cc Honda brush cutter has never failed to start in 10 years of intensive use, except on the day when I put Tesco petrol in it!
Admittedly, I run it to empty most times, which is 50minutes on a full tank using one of these instead of those infernal, wasteful bump heads:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/111110-Universal-Easy-Load-Straight-Flexiblade/dp/B002X3EGK2
By then the 3.5 mm serrated line will have worn down.
Anyway, if it blew up this morning, it wouldn't owe me anything.0 -
I am curious, what petrol strimmers do folk here use apart from Stihl, Honda.....are any of the random Screwfix/B&Q brands any good? Titan..Stanley McCullogh to name a few.
Does anyone think this powerful electric would be upto the job for v overgrown grass:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Decker-GL9035GB-Electric-Strimmer-Trimmer/dp/B00SYFLSKO/ref=asc_df_B00SYFLSKO/?!!!!!googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=223168629794&hvpos=1o1&hvnetw=g&hvrand=14173406804197604800&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9044965&hvtargid=pla-384384126868&psc=1&th=1&psc=1
I believe the Stihl I have is the FS55 and based on reviews I've seen don't think it was one of their most reliable offerings..I've seen a lot of reviews which appear to mention the same issues so am considering just buying something on offer as there seems to be plenty out there.0 -
I ran a McCulloch Pro for 20 years. I don't think they make machines aimed at the "professional" end of the market any longer. I'm not a professional, but I need a machine to regularly do a fair bit of work, and to be reliable.
Then I was looking for the best I could get. (At the best price obviously)
Ended up buying a Tanaka a couple of years ago. Not cheap, but spares locally, and excellent reviews. The Americans seem to prefer them to other makes.
Search online will find discounted new machines.0 -
As an update I've taken a risk on a Titan petrol..last one my local Screwfix had in stock ..will aim to actually maintain this as best I can and store it properly this time!0
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My £50 Titan chainsaw lasted 4 years of reasonably heavy use before stripping its gears and my £50 heavy SDS drill is really smooth; nicer than the smaller Hitachi I paid twice as much for, which has already been back to them for a repair.
Good thing about Screwfix is no quibble exchange. First chainsaw wouldn't oil its chain.0
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