We use our quite a bit. Normally I run a pilot hole with the 2" auger since the soil out here is so tough (caliche). Then follow it with what ever is required. Most of the time 34" deep. Quicker and easier than the manual post hole digger for sure!
I bought one not cheap but worth it very multifaceted you can use them for way more then just for digging holes for posts for example I just planted potatoes, sweet potato plants, and cabbage plants today with it I really like the machine it's up there now with my chainsaws on my most favorite tools list.
I rented it for fence posts. Dirt with clay beneath. And I have to say i was way faster with manual firskars quik drill. This thing just got stuck on every rock. I have bruises on mu stomach how I had to put all my weight on the drill to make a bit of progress. So if you have anything but ideal soil... go with the manual from fiskars. in clay without rocks, it takes like 10-15 minutes to do a 80 cm hole
You made good time. I doubt I went much over half that speed in clay with lots of rocks. I made my best time by using a 2 inch bit & breaking up the ground with 4 to 5 close spaced holes & then clearing the hole with a 6 inch bit. Just using the 6 inch alone It seemed to just spin like it was on marbles in the gravel laced clay.
I've been undecided between this and the echo ea 410. From what it seems, echo has more power but ive seen mixed reviews on both. What's your thoughts?
I wish all you guys showing how to prime a carb would stop counting the number of times to press the tit, it doesn't work that way, it holds down the carb float so that the petrol can flow into the chamber, so just hold it down until petrol drips out! It aint rocket science!
very helpful. I don't get why Stihl does not make such videos! It would immediately explain their products. Thanks man!
We use our quite a bit.
Normally I run a pilot hole with the 2" auger since the soil out here is so tough (caliche). Then follow it with what ever is required. Most of the time 34" deep.
Quicker and easier than the manual post hole digger for sure!
I bought one not cheap but worth it very multifaceted you can use them for way more then just for digging holes for posts for example I just planted potatoes, sweet potato plants, and cabbage plants today with it I really like the machine it's up there now with my chainsaws on my most favorite tools list.
I’ve used it to plant hundreds of dahlia tubers. Drop the hole deep, add compost, throw in the tuber and slowly fill in as plant takes off
great video, thanks for showing how to start it properly
Thanks buddy! I will do that!
Thanks, that was very helpful 👍😊
Very informative
Great video!
Good Tools 🍻
I rented it for fence posts. Dirt with clay beneath. And I have to say i was way faster with manual firskars quik drill. This thing just got stuck on every rock. I have bruises on mu stomach how I had to put all my weight on the drill to make a bit of progress. So if you have anything but ideal soil... go with the manual from fiskars. in clay without rocks, it takes like 10-15 minutes to do a 80 cm hole
You made good time. I doubt I went much over half that speed in clay with lots of rocks. I made my best time by using a 2 inch bit & breaking up the ground with 4 to 5 close spaced holes & then clearing the hole with a 6 inch bit. Just using the 6 inch alone It seemed to just spin like it was on marbles in the gravel laced clay.
Hi
Thank you for the video.
Does this have reverse rotating option or a reverse gear.. ?
Tq bro
I've been undecided between this and the echo ea 410. From what it seems, echo has more power but ive seen mixed reviews on both. What's your thoughts?
Wish mine had a break. Mine just leaves me with bruises and lesions
Most folks digging holes don’t have soil like that.
Have you done any videos on the shredder vacs?
not yet. but it will go on the list ✅
I didn't know Peyton Manning digs holes.
Question: I love this auger but need a 12" bit for fence posts. Do they have that available?
Stihl does not. There is a 1” square shank adapter that may allow a different brand to hook up. Just be smart
How did it go lol sucks putting posts down In Mexico can't even find cheap metal posts to drive in
Obviously it works fine on sandy beach type ground.
Now let’s test on real world use which mostly are hard clay mixed with small rocks.!!!..??
I heard the largest bit this will take is an 8 inch Is this correct?
Yes they do make a 10 inch planting a bit but it’s far as an actual auger bit you are correct
A 6" auger bit is not suffice for a 4 x 4 post, hole should be 3 times diameter of post
How much
$750ish plus bits. Or I charge $200 an hour. 😉
@@Carlsmower Landscaping on the side seems like I spend most of my summer putting in fence post
@@roberthoovan4130 step up man. Time saver! A minute a post, or less.
Great demo thanks man.
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I wish all you guys showing how to prime a carb would stop counting the number of times to press the tit, it doesn't work that way, it holds down the carb float so that the petrol can flow into the chamber, so just hold it down until petrol drips out! It aint rocket science!
I rent a honda at home depot and it didn’t made a dent in my rocky soil here in Utah🥹