Just purchased this, and used for first time. I switched the string head with a Pivotrim head. Pulled the handle three times on choke, turned to run, first pull, started. I have several long fence runs to trim, and this went through better than the several others I've burnt out over the years. The big test, for me, will be next year, after it has sat through the winter in my garage.
Definitely considering this gas weed eater next spring, I’m thinking I’ll get the curved shaft, but keeping an open mind for the straight shaft model cause trimming takes a 30 or so minutes both front and back to trim and edge my lawn. Thanks for the suggestion too. I’ve reviewed your video a few times
If you’re going to wait that long to possibly purchase one go to the Walmart stores in the fall you might catch them on clearance. I came across a big sale at one of our local ones and picked up 2 of the straight shaft ones for 30 some dollars each. Going on 3 years and still running. They used a bunch. I would go with the straight shaft.
bought one 3 weeks ago-burning smell like a clutch on initial start-it ran for maybe 4-5 hours.....upon starting it now bogs down with lever fully depressed-and has no adjustment screws-will return to walmart-thankfully it has 2 yr warranty
I had a craftsman that was similar to this. Is wasnt bad but the carb got clogged with even the most minuscule amount of debris getting in the gas tank after the third or fourth time in a year unclogging it I got rid of it
How about I got one last week? Because of my echo clutch spring broke I had some properties to finish, and it took me longer to finish with the weedeater because of the lack of power that it had and on another note where the spark plug is it, my arm kept getting burnt, and I had to cut the string down to a smaller size so I can get more power and it kept cutting off, will I buy it again? Hell, no I was better off getting some weed killer. Paris Lawn Care from North Carolina.
This things appearance reminds me so much of echo. Seems to run pretty good. I think using a quality fuel will go a long way for the longevity of the trimmer.
I have a bolens BL160 Straight shaft. I've had it for 5 years. It's running strong and it's only a 100 bucks, but they don't make it anymore. I'm pretty sure.😂
@@TheTankBorthersit’s so annoying I don’t even bump it on the ground and it lets a bunch of string out I’m going to get a new head for it and see if that works
I purchased one also i kept my box because i was not confident in what i purchased. Got it put together and for some reason the gas is not flowing to the motor properly. I press the bubble too prime it and it runs for 15 secs and dies out smh
Just purchased this, and used for first time. I switched the string head with a Pivotrim head. Pulled the handle three times on choke, turned to run, first pull, started. I have several long fence runs to trim, and this went through better than the several others I've burnt out over the years. The big test, for me, will be next year, after it has sat through the winter in my garage.
Definitely considering this gas weed eater next spring, I’m thinking I’ll get the curved shaft, but keeping an open mind for the straight shaft model cause trimming takes a 30 or so minutes both front and back to trim and edge my lawn. Thanks for the suggestion too. I’ve reviewed your video a few times
its still this spring and you're planning for next?
Straight shaft is way more comfortable to use
If you’re going to wait that long to possibly purchase one go to the Walmart stores in the fall you might catch them on clearance. I came across a big sale at one of our local ones and picked up 2 of the straight shaft ones for 30 some dollars each. Going on 3 years and still running. They used a bunch. I would go with the straight shaft.
bought one 3 weeks ago-burning smell like a clutch on initial start-it ran for maybe 4-5 hours.....upon starting it now bogs down with lever fully depressed-and has no adjustment screws-will return to walmart-thankfully it has 2 yr warranty
I had a craftsman that was similar to this. Is wasnt bad but the carb got clogged with even the most minuscule amount of debris getting in the gas tank after the third or fourth time in a year unclogging it I got rid of it
Been using mine for a little while. Works well so far.
Just bought one today lv it well built this kinda like a Gen 2
How about I got one last week? Because of my echo clutch spring broke I had some properties to finish, and it took me longer to finish with the weedeater because of the lack of power that it had and on another note where the spark plug is it, my arm kept getting burnt, and I had to cut the string down to a smaller size so I can get more power and it kept cutting off, will I buy it again? Hell, no I was better off getting some weed killer. Paris Lawn Care from North Carolina.
Does it have a self-feeding head?Or a manually
Just picked this up the other day, and I also noticed the burning smell. Aside from that I like it!
That burning smell coming from the coating burning off the exhaust
This things appearance reminds me so much of echo. Seems to run pretty good. I think using a quality fuel will go a long way for the longevity of the trimmer.
It’s not bad for a cheap piece of junk. It will probably last a homeowner a long time.
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I have a bolens BL160 Straight shaft. I've had it for 5 years. It's running strong and it's only a 100 bucks, but they don't make it anymore. I'm pretty sure.😂
How?
What kind of fuel do i need to use for this specific weed eater?
50-1 mix
@@echouser2907 thank u
No problem
Why does mine keep letting out so much string I can’t even use it for 30 seconds without the string coming out and wrapping around the top
If itsa older model I haven't figured it out either
@@TheTankBorthersit’s so annoying I don’t even bump it on the ground and it lets a bunch of string out I’m going to get a new head for it and see if that works
I bought one today gonna do a review tomorrow
Nevermind doing a review tomorrow (Sunday)
You will like that echo cross fire string until you buy the echo black diamond string. Its some great string and will take down anything you need too
How?
@@JoshuaOverman you just willl it’s so much better
Agree I've got a roll of it soaking in the bathtub right now. Best line I've used for sure.
Just bought mine today and can't even pull it over piston hits top of stroke and just stops
I’d return it and get a $230 echo 225 at Home Depot if you can if not then just exhange this one out and hopefully the next ones not defective.
I purchased one also i kept my box because i was not confident in what i purchased. Got it put together and for some reason the gas is not flowing to the motor properly. I press the bubble too prime it and it runs for 15 secs and dies out smh
Why does everyone that makes a video like this just ramble on incessantly about absolutely nothing. Get to it!
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