The BEST ATLAS 80V TRIMMER HEAD REMOVAL HOW-TO Video

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  • Опубліковано 17 лис 2024

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  • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
    @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  6 місяців тому +2

    Just a reminder, if this video was helpful to you, please consider helping us out by subscribing to our channel. We have several Atlas brand tools now and anticipate passing on any information we can on these.
    Thank you for watching!

  • @DJTurkey-yl7vk
    @DJTurkey-yl7vk Рік тому +9

    After removing the head on this 80V trimmer, note Atlas 80V trimmer head is the same on 80V Greenworks or 80V Kobalt. They all have a right hand thread 10 mm x 1.25 which is not likely to be included option for most "universal" trimmer head replacements. So my work around with the Echo Speed Feed 400 was to take their smallest threaded nut option and drill it out with 11/32 drill bit and then tap the hole to make M10 1.25 threads. Then the new "universal" head can be attached just as you showed in your video.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому +1

      That's great advice! Thanks for contributing. I might just try that one since the echo speed feed seems to be the head of choice.

    • @justincaldwell5121
      @justincaldwell5121 5 місяців тому

      Would you possibly be able to post a link to either of these so that I could order a replacement? TIA!

    • @markhall3434
      @markhall3434 5 місяців тому

      yeah.. I have a Kobalt Gen 2 80V. identical! Anybody figure out how to put a cut string big boy head on the and keep the motor fan intact? That's my mission! Sick and Tired of STUPID BUMP and DUMP crap where the string lasts 5 mins. I want the big 0.1" stuff.. 2 cut strings/ 4 cutting strings.

  • @zrrifle.
    @zrrifle. 8 місяців тому +3

    This trimmer head is exactly like the Toro (60v Flex Force) string trimmer and there are no videos I could find anywhere (or service manuals online) that show how to remove it. It has the same exact mechanism inside as this Atlas. Thanks a lot - glad I found this video!

  • @tocrreia1
    @tocrreia1 4 місяці тому +1

    You were able to do what Harbor Freight could not do!!! Thank You SO MucH!

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  4 місяці тому

      That's great to hear. Thank you for your support!
      Now if we could just get them to carry replacement parts in-store.

  • @theskpyle
    @theskpyle 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you very much for this video! I got a piece of fence wire wrapped up in the motor shaft. With your video, I was able to remove the head and pull the wire off.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  5 місяців тому +1

      You're very welcome! There are several reasons why knowing how to remove this can come in handy.
      Thank you for watching and leaving a comment!

  • @PiedmontCentralRailroad
    @PiedmontCentralRailroad Рік тому +4

    Exactly what I needed. Thanks!

  • @tomzifertomzifer6944
    @tomzifertomzifer6944 Рік тому +2

    Yeah man just what I been looking for. I have the 40V . It also has a spring clip on tge shaft to keep the head on . Guess I didn't try hard enough to to unscrew. Will get a bigger screw drive and try again. Thank you

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому +2

      You're welcome Tom.
      Glad to help everyone who benefited from the video.
      Thank you for supporting the channel as well!

  • @DerronYee
    @DerronYee 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you! Wasn't sure if it was clockwise or counterclockwise. Saved me from busting some knuckles.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  4 місяці тому

      Youre welcome. I wasnt sure myself at first because there was only 1 thread showing on the shaft and it was kinda hard to tell the pitch.

  • @richardcrim3831
    @richardcrim3831 2 роки тому +7

    Btw you are the first one on UA-cam to do this.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      I heard the same and I couldn't find another either. Good to be in the first position. I figure when these start needing replaced, the views will be there.
      Thanks for watching and commenting Richard!

    • @richardcrim3831
      @richardcrim3831 2 роки тому +1

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree no prob

  • @cjm3729
    @cjm3729 4 місяці тому +1

    Thank you for the video. I have one that stopped loading the string. Now I know how to get in and clean it up.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  4 місяці тому

      You're welcome. Yes, mine doesn't load string very easily itself. I use the thicker 0.095 line and the spool only takes 6 feet or so of line.

  • @josephbenanti2811
    @josephbenanti2811 2 роки тому +1

    Wow. Thanks. Want to buy the atlas. And was worried about the head!! Thank you.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      2 seasons through now, and I am VERY happy with the 80v trimmer. I would recommend it highly for a grab and go.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @terry9568
    @terry9568 2 роки тому +1

    I haven’t tried to change it yet. Just found your video. I’ll check out my screwdrivers and let you know how it goes. Thank you so much!

  • @treyhoward6496
    @treyhoward6496 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent video, I’ll say this, my teenager ground off the arrows and bound up the head, but I used the same screw driver to snap the tabs and pop it off

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      It's not hard to grind the plastic smooth. Mines not perfect anymore either so good thing it can be replaced fairly easy.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @georgetate6055
    @georgetate6055 Рік тому +1

    Very helpful video! Thank you so much. It was great. I'm changing out the head tomorrow. Why tomorrow? Hopefully, that's when I'll have the new head in my hands. I would've tried turning the screwdriver, so I appreciate the heads-up!

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      You're very welcome. By the way, where did you get your replacement from? Mine is reaching the end.

  • @markhall3434
    @markhall3434 5 місяців тому +1

    Dude.. that is identical to the Kobalt 80V!.. Trying to get a cut string big boy head on it but not mess up the motor cooling fan part. I used an impact screwdriver tip, and busted two tips off! I see your shaft has marks like mine! Instant replay! You got it! I couldn't. Looks like I can cut the fan part off keeping the hole.. then figure out a spacer for the new cut line head. Thanks.. Kobalt and Atlas 80V trimmers are identical at least at the motor end.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  5 місяців тому

      I didnt know that they were compatible so maybe most electric trimmer heads will be?
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @geotrick
      @geotrick 4 місяці тому +1

      Here is the video I did for the Speed Feed 400 on a Kobalt 80v. You do have to retap the threads on the Green or Gold adapter.
      I used a flat head adapter on a racket to get mine loose. I think you get a little more leverage that way.
      ua-cam.com/video/6UEuwi7vSw0/v-deo.html

  • @davidheathera9288
    @davidheathera9288 2 роки тому +1

    THANK YOU FOR THIS video!! It was SO VERY, VERY concise and helpful! My husband is working out of town currently, and he tried to instruct me over the phone on how to stabilize the shaft, to remove the trimmer head, but he thought there was a hole somewhere on the housing (there is not LOL). Finally after looking at an online manual (which does not have any info on it either), he said I should do a search for a "how to" UA-cam. I just googled it and there is your video. Now, I am going to go put the info you shared into practice myself. So grateful for your video. :) Heather

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому +1

      That makes my day Heather! It can be frustrating sometimes trying to get service info from the manuals or customer service at times.
      Thank you and your husband for watching and commenting. I'm glad it went well for you.

    • @davidheathera9288
      @davidheathera9288 2 роки тому +2

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree :) It started out going well, but unfortunately, I don't have a wide enough screwdriver...off to the hardware store I go!

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      @@davidheathera9288 YES that is the key to break it loose. I started with a 3/8"

  • @Wreakmayhem
    @Wreakmayhem 2 роки тому +1

    That worked for me. My new issue is immobilizing the shaft to install my grass gator. Thanks for the vid 👍

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому +1

      Great to hear Richard! Glad it helped. Sometimes all it takes is seeing someone else do it so you know that you won't break it when you try.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @dsmith1146
    @dsmith1146 2 місяці тому

    Thanks for doing what the store said was impossible. Their solution is to buy another weed eater when all I need is a replacement spool cover. This is very helpful! Do you have any idea where I can find a replacement spool cover? Unfortunately, I have destroyed the cover and have had no luck locating a replacement. Any help would be appreciated!

  • @Tony-hx2fj
    @Tony-hx2fj 4 місяці тому +1

    Excellent ! Another mystery solved. Any suggestions as what kind of brush cutting head would be compatible to cut thick weed stems along with berry vines?

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  4 місяці тому

      Thank you!
      I dont currently but I may need to do some investigation to see what options there are if any.

  • @cunninghamlawncarellc1695
    @cunninghamlawncarellc1695 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for this video. I have been looking everywhere for this. We use these trimmers in our lawn care business and have replacement heads for the worn out ones, but couldn't figure out how to replace.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      That's great to hear! I edge and trim my yard a lot and the bump feeding really wears down the plastic. I'd like to see a speed-feed or similar to fit this but it might require some extra hardware.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @cunninghamlawncarellc1695
      @cunninghamlawncarellc1695 2 роки тому +2

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree I'm a huge fan of Echo Speed Feed 400 Heads. I don't know if they would fit, but it would be awesome if they did. Have you had a problem with the stock heads not wanting to turn to reload the line? We have on all of our Atlas units so far and its so bad we have to use a big pair of channel locks just to load the line.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      @@cunninghamlawncarellc1695 With the 0.080 line, it's not bad loading about 10-12 feet in. With the 0.095 which edges a lot better, I can only put in about 6-7' and sometimes it does hang up, making it rough on the hands trying to get it all in without trimming excess line off.

    • @georgetate6055
      @georgetate6055 Рік тому +1

      @@cunninghamlawncarellc1695 Same problem with my Atlas. Just crazy hard to get it to load - and turn!

  • @itskimble3494
    @itskimble3494 2 роки тому +1

    Great thanks so much, have been wondering if a speed feed or pivot trim head would work

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      You're very welcome! Glad to help.
      Thanks for watching and commenting, it's what drives this channel.

  • @mikebarlow253
    @mikebarlow253 Рік тому +1

    Great this video was extremely helpful now I will try to attach a blade or wire brush type...😊

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      Yes! Mission accomplished.
      Good luck and feel free to share the results.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

    • @mikebarlow253
      @mikebarlow253 Рік тому +1

      Well I finally got out and stated wracking.. the weeds it worked great BUT the Wacker stops working it turns on then off ??? Is it getting too hot ?? Then cooling off ??

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      @@mikebarlow253 was that with your blade attachment or with the OEM trimmer line?
      Shutting off sounds like overheating or low battery.

    • @mikebarlow253
      @mikebarlow253 Рік тому

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree this blade is a beast I love it and yes must fully charg

  • @atvappr
    @atvappr Рік тому +1

    Thank you! I was working on mine yesterday and figured it would be the same. But you beat me to it and so glad we now have a video for this trimmer. Now we need to figure which head to but on? The EGO or the Echo?

  • @Charliemmafan
    @Charliemmafan 4 місяці тому +1

    I have this exact Atlas 80 V electric string trimmer and I really like it because it cuts really good but adding more trimmer line to the head was always really hard but lately it's nearly impossible for some reason I think my trimmer had got warped or something and more worn out and I think it was warp when I first got it but it cut so good I kept it instead of getting another one but the last time I added trimmer line to it then it was nearly impossible so I really need to buy a replacement head that's preferably a different brand that's easier to use so would you know which replacement universal head would actually work good that's affordable and of course much easier to use for this Atlas 80 V string trimmer?

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  4 місяці тому

      @@Charliemmafan I don't currently have a recommendation besides the OEM but I noticed the same problem in mine. I use the 0.095 orange line and can only get about 6 feet of line in there.

  • @terry9568
    @terry9568 2 роки тому +1

    Yay! Thank you so much for doing the video! I couldn’t figure it out, so I just changed out the spool to replace the top button but now the bottom of the head needs to be replaced. I checked again for a video and you did it.

  • @pedroveronica54
    @pedroveronica54 Рік тому +1

    Thk you bro I couldn’t figure it out !!

  • @williamnitschke1609
    @williamnitschke1609 2 роки тому +1

    Great Video.... just the problem I was looking to solve.

  • @LOVE2BTHEONE
    @LOVE2BTHEONE 2 роки тому +2

    @Tractors Trails and Living Free Any idea if I could possibly install one of those steel wire cutter trimmer head on my Atlas 80V trimmer based on your video. Thanks in advance for any help.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks for commenting!
      I guess I can't directly answer your question for sure except to say that the aftermarket head would have to be set up to receive an approx 5/16 shaft and have an area at the end of the shift to put a compatible threaded nut on the end. The fact that many of those heads are uniquely compatible with certain models makes it hard to be 100% sure.
      I might look into some different brand heads to see if there are any close compatible options.

  • @randycordes464
    @randycordes464 Місяць тому +1

    Great video thank you

  • @kirbychamberlin8683
    @kirbychamberlin8683 Рік тому +1

    Huge help, thank you very much

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      You're very welcome!
      To be honest, it looks like tye head on mine is getting toward needing replacement.
      Thanks for watching and commenting.

  • @sweetjessiethescoundrelscott
    @sweetjessiethescoundrelscott 2 роки тому +1

    GREAT VIDEO , NOW WILL A CIRCULAR SAW BLADE WORK ON IT ?

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому +1

      The arbor for a swwblade would be 5/8".. the shaft for this is eyeballed at around 5/16" so a bushing would be needed and the new washer and nut would have to match the threads in the motor shaft.
      A lot of those sawblades on trimmers seem pretty shady though. It can be done with the right hardware.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @randycordes464
    @randycordes464 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video great video

  • @jimrockford2947
    @jimrockford2947 Рік тому +1

    Thank you, sir!👍

  • @willieblack3864
    @willieblack3864 2 роки тому +1

    Just wanted to say thank you

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      You're welcome Willie. I think this must have been the most helpful video I've done for the UA-cam community based on the comments and being the first and original how-to for this can never be taken away.
      Proud moment.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @robertprims3198
    @robertprims3198 Рік тому +1

    Do you know if you can change the way the head turns clockwise or counterclockwise on the battery weed wakwacker

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      Just answered this in your other comment. If you reversed the polarity of the wires to the motor, then it is possible, but could spin the head off during trimming eventually and also the cooling fins wouldn't work how they are supposed to

  • @antifederalist22
    @antifederalist22 Рік тому +1

    Super interested in knowing if anyone can make an aero flex head work, without burning up the motor.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      I haven't looked into aftermarket heads for electric trimmers with the motor at the trimmer head. If there isn't a better speed feed type version, then this video would be for replacement purposes only I guess.
      Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @jamalchristopher5468
    @jamalchristopher5468 6 місяців тому +2

    Man thank you so much

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  6 місяців тому

      You're welcome! Glad I could demonstrate the best way to do this for you. Thanks for watching and commenting!

  • @Jim-qe3gr
    @Jim-qe3gr 5 місяців тому +1

    Thank you good video !

  • @Richychabo78
    @Richychabo78 7 місяців тому +1

    Can you suggest a good replacement heads for this trimmer please?

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  7 місяців тому

      I need to replace mine as well. My issue is that the head becomes harder to load full. Are you having that issue as well?

    • @Richychabo78
      @Richychabo78 7 місяців тому +2

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree Yes i am. @zrrifle said a Toro Flex force one works so I just bought one. I will report back on if its compatible.

    • @ed2901
      @ed2901 6 місяців тому

      ​@@Richychabo78 was it compatible??

    • @Nozoki
      @Nozoki 6 місяців тому

      @@Richychabo78 I just bought (actually got it free with battery purchase) this trimmer so I'm interested in if your replacement worked for future reference.

    • @Richychabo78
      @Richychabo78 6 місяців тому

      @@ed2901 only thing not shown on the video was the shaft circular key you need to take out and remove. I used a pick and took it out.

  • @fredmiller7397
    @fredmiller7397 Рік тому +2

    Can you put a blade on that?

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому +1

      This is just an educated guess, but I'm going to say probably not due to a blade not having cooling fins for the motor. Anything could probably be rigged up but I think it would shorten the motor life.
      Thanks for watching!

  • @tman2693
    @tman2693 Рік тому +1

    Thank you Sir!!!

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      You're welcome! It was cool to be the first to do a video showing this and see it still helping people.

  • @cowboy-v4d
    @cowboy-v4d Рік тому +1

    Thanks , it's not easy that's for sure.

  • @richardcrim3831
    @richardcrim3831 2 роки тому +1

    I wonder if this holds true for a 40 volt Atlas?

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 роки тому

      I am certain that it will probably be the same since the assembly diagram doesn't show anything that would make me think otherwise.

    • @richardcrim3831
      @richardcrim3831 2 роки тому +1

      Okay thanks!

  • @cluisdotorg
    @cluisdotorg 2 роки тому +1

    whatta hero. Thanks brother :D

  • @mikekern3717
    @mikekern3717 8 місяців тому +1

    Thanks

  • @changeyourenergy708
    @changeyourenergy708 3 місяці тому +1

    .392 is the shaft size

  • @antifederalist22
    @antifederalist22 Рік тому +1

    Anyone here try an aero-flex replacement on this Atlas 80v?

  • @hc9987
    @hc9987 Рік тому +1

    I don't understand where you're putting your flathead screwdriver. When I look down through the shaft hole on mine there are these sets of black plastic lines and there is not room between any of them to put a wide screwdriver. And then I'm still not sure where you're actually putting it because your video doesn't show that very well.

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      I'll do what I can to help. So you're viewing it from the bottom of the trimmer head (like looking directly at the bump feeder button). Remove the bottom as if you're taking the line spool out. In the center, there is a metal part which is the end of the shaft and it has a large slot like a flathead screw. That is where all of this video happens.

    • @hc9987
      @hc9987 Рік тому +1

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree So is your flathead screwdriver in the slot while you turn the spool head counterclockwise? I thought you were slipping your flat head screwdriver down the side trying to lock a hex nut in place

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      @@hc9987 You got it! As I said in the video, your just holding the shaft from spinning while unscrewing the head by hand. It will be tough at first due to the blue threadlocker compound, but after a couple turns it spins right off.

    • @hc9987
      @hc9987 Рік тому +1

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree ok, unfortunately I can't get a screwdriver down the side. I guess I'll just have to keep the same head that's on it. Thanks anyway for the clarification

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  Рік тому

      @@hc9987 I'm not sure what you're referring to about getting it down the side. Feel free to email at the address in the channel description

  • @smjohn4640
    @smjohn4640 5 місяців тому +1

    Uuugghhhh, it wouldn't budge. Aren't you ultimately torquing the shaft as you are turning the head itself?

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  5 місяців тому

      Yep, I'm only making the shaft stationary and spinning the head counterclockwise by hand. There is thread locker so it takes a little bit of elbow grease to break it free.
      Good luck

    • @smjohn4640
      @smjohn4640 5 місяців тому +1

      I want to make sure I'm doing this right. So the screwdriver is only making contact with the shaft and is in the slot of the shaft? Because I'm using WD-40, had it soaking for about 15 minutes in WD-40 and it won't budge. I'm ready to take a multitool to it and cut it off😮‍💨

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  5 місяців тому +1

      @@smjohn4640 you got it right but I found it essential to use that larger flathead when breaking it loose just to give you that extra leverage and resistance.

    • @smjohn4640
      @smjohn4640 5 місяців тому +1

      Thanks heading to Home Depot ​for bigger screwdriver. Will let you know how it goes

  • @carlawoolbright7909
    @carlawoolbright7909 2 місяці тому +1

    still can't get mine off!!!!!!!!!!!!!

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 місяці тому

      @@carlawoolbright7909 ugh! Sorry that you're having trouble with it. It does take a good bit of strength/force to free it from the thread compound the 1st time.
      If you were in Ohio, I'd come do it to save the frustration.

    • @carlawoolbright7909
      @carlawoolbright7909 2 місяці тому +1

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree thank you much for the video! My 6’4” neighbor couldn’t budge it either!!

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 місяці тому

      @@carlawoolbright7909 if you find one big enough, maybe oil filter pliers would provide the needed leverage.

    • @carlawoolbright7909
      @carlawoolbright7909 2 місяці тому +1

      @@tractorstrailsandlivingfree at this point I’ll try anything!!!!!🤣🤣

    • @tractorstrailsandlivingfree
      @tractorstrailsandlivingfree  2 місяці тому +1

      @@carlawoolbright7909 I've been there lol

  • @tmckinney3055
    @tmckinney3055 Рік тому +1

    Has anyone been able to mount a Echo Speed Feed head on these?

  • @ourv9603
    @ourv9603 2 роки тому +1

    REMEMBER the cooling fins you showed on the oem head? Thats REQUIRED
    to cool the electric motor. SO, any aftermarket head you install MUST have
    cooling fins or you will burn up the motor.
    !

  • @TraceyPruitt
    @TraceyPruitt Рік тому +1

    Stop with all the wasted time on intro. Get straight to the point.

  • @randycordes464
    @randycordes464 2 місяці тому +2

    Thanks for the video great video