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String Trimmer Ideas
On Tue, 7 Nov 2006 18:29:26 -0800, wrote:
In article , says... But I wouldn't do electric unless the entire potential area is a postage stamp. What is your objection to electric? Personally, I hate dealing with recharging and the limited power available from batteries. I also hate dealing with extension cords of any length. I dislike the fumes from gas and exhaust, but not enough to mitigate the electrical issues. Oh, and I currently use a gas weed-eater string trimmer, and an electric weed-eater leaf blower (it was a gift). I'm pretty comfortable with my preference, but I'm also cheap enough that I haven't yet replaced the electric blower... The reason I want electric is that I don't have any proper/safe place to store petrol. Not even the small amount in those trimmer tanks. Which probably means your place is small enough that an extension cord wouldn't be an issue. Or to relate it to my previous post, it sounds as if you live on a postage stamp. sdb -- Wanted: Omnibook 800 & accessories, cheap, working or not sdbuse1 on mailhost bigfoot.com |
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String Trimmer Ideas
BeaForoni wrote:
wrote: I need a string trimmer. That thing for cutting the lawn. Weed- eater, or whatever you would call it. (A regular mower won't work - the area is small, with slopes and sunken area, plus narrow paths between veggie beds.) A NON-negotiable point is that it must be electric. A saw a low-priced 18-volt cordless rechargeable at the supermarket recently. However, there wasn't even any clear indication of the manufacturer's name (except, "Made In China.") And that supermarket seems to be an outlet for some rather dubious, "fell off the truck" items, plus a poor refund policy. So I am interested in comments about reliable brands/models. Including the question of corded or -less. I don't absolutely need a rechargeable, but it would be nice. And, avoiding the purchase of a heavy power lead would offset the price. OTOH, I want something reliable. And I have heard of issues with drills, etc, where a new battery cost more than a new whole unit. Thanks... -- Want Freebies? http://www.TheFreeStuffList.com/ Check The Free Stuff List I like my Black and Decker weed whacker but I have one complaint. The string in freaking expensive. I tried to use fishing line and tried to use electical wire and tried to rig something up using nails, none of these great ideas worked and actually they all kind of were dangerous. Any one have any ideas to reduce the cost of the string? Um, I dunno which model you have, but I rewind the replacemnt hubs myself from bulk 'blue' trimmer line. Carl -- to reply, change ( .not) to ( .net) |
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