Weed Eater/ Brush Cutter

[LakeRat1]

I am in need of Buying a new Weed Eater/ brush cutter i want one with a straight shaft, My Old one was 21 cc i think, do any of you know which ones are the best for the money, i would like to fine one for around 200 dollars, and one that down the line i will be able to get parts for

 

[beenthere]

I have a Stihl, but can't buy them for $200. Has been cutting brush with a blade and string whipping weeds for going on 12 years now. Doesn't miss a beat.

Are you looking for the brand Weed Eater or any brand?

 

[LakeRat1]

No i do not want The Weed Eater Brand of Grass Trimmer/ Brush Cutter

 

[whistlepig]

When you go from a string trimmer to weed eaters that can handle the brush cutting heads there is a bit of a price jump. I have a Stihl also but it costs more than $200.00.

 

[LakeRat1]

Thanks for the Info on the Stihl, i called a local Dealer and he has one for $199 but i didn't know how good of a unit this was, he may be wanting to move this Unit being it is about the end of the season Thanks again for your in put

 

[whistlepig]

Thanks for the Info on the Stihl, i called a local Dealer and he has one for $199 but i didn't know how good of a unit this was, he may be wanting to move this Unit being it is about the end of the season Thanks again for your in put

May I ask what model this is?

 

[LakeRat1]

I dont Know what Mo. it is, all i know is it has a straight shaft, i plan to stop by there tomorrow when i go into Town and fine out, i will let you know

 

[JimRB]

I have a 20 year old Stihl FS66 straight shaft trimmer that keeps working for me. I got it used and "wore out" but it has served me for 12 years. I did replace the output shaft bearings for $30 a month ago. Bearings sourced at bearing store. I bought a used 10 year old Stihl hedge trimmer about the same time. It made a weird noise. When I took it apart I noticed a broke part. My dealer ordered a new $30 part. I installed that part and the hedge trimmer is quiet and works fine. Tales about Stihl having parts for years kind of like John Deere. Parts might cost a bit but they probably will have them.

Craigs List can be your friend if you live anywhere near a big city.

 

[gauthier]

I think echo is the best value for the money,anytime you buy a sthil,,100 bucks of the cost is the word sthil. Not saying their pro models aren't very good,just saying.....

 

[LakeRat1]

Thanks for the Info. jim, i am going to check them out tomorrow

 

[Mousefield]

I bought a used Shindaiwa about 25 years ago, use it with a blade for cutting brush. About 8 years ago bought a new Shindaiwa for trimming grass/weeds. Both work very well. Both are straight shaft. Doubt you can get them for under $200.00 but they are worth the money. The older one has only been in the shop once for a tune up and a new fuel tank. Don't know how many hours are on it but it is a few hundred and it has cut tons of brush. My chainsaw is a Stihl and am very happy with it. Both these brands seem very well built.

 

[FarmerEddy]

FS76 Stihl owner here. Lots of abuse & running like a champ for 5-6 years. Using cutter blades & line trimmer head as well.

 

[Skyco]

I bought an Echo Brush Cutter this year...very pleased with it, their top of the line most powerful model- SRM410-U 43cc. They can be had for around $500.
One thing that sold me is the 5 year warranty.
I'm glad I didn't buy one of the ones with a smaller engine...I can still load the 43cc down pretty good in heavy stuff.

No connection to this outfit but they shipped fast and the best price I could find-
Echo Brushcutter SRM-410U

 

[WH401]

For a quality trimmer that can handle brush cutting your going to have to up your price limit a little. The best Stihl trimmer with that kind of capability at the lowest price would be the FS90R at around $300. It has the 4-mix engine, which is very torque-y compared to a conventional two stroke, it has a solid steel drive shaft, and a gear box that can handle attachments or blades. I have this same model and have been using it for the last few years. Putting it through it's paces in grass trimming and brush cutting, it has worked flawlessly.

If you want heavy brush cutting though, I would step up to a FS250R, but there closer to $400+, but well worth it.

 

[whistlepig]

For a quality trimmer that can handle brush cutting your going to have to up your price limit a little. The best Stihl trimmer with that kind of capability at the lowest price would be the FS90R at around $300. It has the 4-mix engine, which is very torque-y compared to a conventional two stroke, it has a solid steel drive shaft, and a gear box that can handle attachments or blades. I have this same model and have been using it for the last few years. Putting it through it's paces in grass trimming and brush cutting, it has worked flawlessly.

If you want heavy brush cutting though, I would step up to a FS250R, but there closer to $400+, but well worth it.

The weight of a weed eater is not only a factor but it is the major factor for me. The lightest Stihl Pro series that will run their brush cutting heads is the FS80 which is what I have. I would consider the FS90R as it is only 1# heavier than my FS80 and I know the 4 mix motors have a lot more torque. The FS250R would be too heavy for me. Three or four pounds of difference on a weed eater is pretty huge when you are using one for many hours.

 

[doall]

I had a fs110 that was borrowed out of my garage last year and I loved it, but replaced with fs 130 and it is even better. can cut 4" trees down with it after you figure it out a little. (approach angle and such) The 250 will run you closer to $500 than 4. The 130 is about 425. If I would have known they were that close I would have opted for the 250. I have the handlebars and padded harness so the weight is really not an issue.

 

[Ken45101]

I've had various weed eaters over the years. Last year I got the weed eater attachment for my Stihl KM-55 pole saw. WOW! The difference in how well it works! Much faster than any cheap weed eater.

You probably get what you pay for.

Ken

 

[6thgpSF]

I've got the FS90 with handlebars.It's got plenty of power for what I need although it was well over your $200.00 price limit. russ