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MMerlinsBeard replied to the thread Makita power head question.So as a follow up, I was able to return the Makita to Home Depot and ordered a replacement. The replacement works fine (still XGT 40V)...
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MSo I bought a Makita string trimmer and I’m trying to insert the attachment into the shaft and I can’t physically force the attachment...
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MMerlinsBeard replied to the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next?.After a hearty case of analysis paralysis, I've decided to go for the Makita XGT taking the plunge into that brand. While I have a...
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to danfromsyr's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with
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dunno know why just thought of this thread when I saw this short. -
MMerlinsBeard reacted to Hooked's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
Isn't it great having a wife who loves working outdoors. Mine shops for tools better than I do. :)
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to Higgy1300's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
i went with Milwaukee, they have been real good. batteries all fit the drill, blower, weed eater has edger attachment
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to Etchase's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
Craftsman makes a couple versions. I’ve had good luck with their outdoor tools.
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to r00a005's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
I wore out a couple of the B&D ones, and had another replaced under warranty. I would buy one again for the same reason you like it.
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to R07AG's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
Same here. I've been happy with the power head and like that it can be swap shafts to be an edger, broom, polesaw, etc.
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to Pitalplace's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
My tools are Milwaukee so the best option for me was a Milwaukee. Great machine and it uses my same batteries.
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to BurtEggley's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
I think the one with the metal head has a better selection of parts. The plastic head on only has the cover and spool available. I hit a...
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to Aaron_W's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
Do they offer a replacement head, spindle whatever you call the part with the string that spins around? With Ryobi I bought a new one...
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to BurtEggley's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
I have a Toro cordless. The plastic head cannot be rebuilt if it breaks or is damaged. Been there. Lowe's sells the same one under the...
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to Aaron_W's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
I've had a Ryobi 18v for at least 6 or 7 years, it blows through batteries, maybe 10-15 minutes for a 4ah but otherwise no complaints...
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MMerlinsBeard reacted to Tchicken's post in the thread Black and decker weed eater finally died, what should I get next? with Like.
This makes the most sense if OP is happy with the function of something repairable