Grass strimmer options

noclaf

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 investigation

Jackmydad

Changing the complete carb is really easy. Usually a couple of screws and the fuel pipe(s) just push on.

RJL1964

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 £79.99

Davesnave

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.

noclaf

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.

Jackmydad

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.

noclaf

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!

Davesnave

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.