The string trimmer is dead to me. - Page 2

monster · 09-20-2008, 07:27 PM

yup

zippyt · 09-20-2008, 08:10 PM

Get ypu one of these Bad boys , No more fule/oil mixing , Lots of goodys that fit on the end , oh and it is WAAAAYY Bad ass !!
Takes a sec for it to wind up But then DAMN !!!!!!

Elspode · 09-20-2008, 08:12 PM

I have been working my way through the various cutting head options. I'm now on the little plastic toothy blades. Forget the Gator thing...the precut trimmer bits fly off too easy. Self feed original heads are for shit, and even if they work, are impossible to rewind.

footfootfoot · 09-20-2008, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by zippyt

Get ypu one of these Bad boys , No more fule/oil mixing , Lots of goodys that fit on the end , oh and it is WAAAAYY Bad ass !!
Takes a sec for it to wind up But then DAMN !!!!!!

Link?

BrianR · 09-21-2008, 08:31 AM

In my neighborhood, the code enforcement people have very little to do. Despite illegal porches and balconies being built, occasionally collapsing and killing people, they go around and check to see if you have been diligent in trimming your lawn, cleaning the yard and making the place beautiful. And they're not shy about handing out citations, either.

I've already lost my temper at the asshole and threatened to FIND him something better to do if he didn't do it himself. From my yard, I see three major code violations, more in the papers.

So now I've had to hire a yard crew to do the work.
This since my string trimmer rusted and I can't get it to start. To it's credit, it always ran fine once it warmed up and I'd buy another (I will next spring). Tony, try Poulan and don't be cheap. Do your homework before you buy and check Consumer Reports, you can read it for free at B&N.

Always buy quality, you'll never be sorry. Good advice no matter what you apply it to.

Brian

Bullitt · 09-21-2008, 08:51 AM

Buy some manly tools and quit screwin around:

Cloud · 09-28-2008, 06:53 PM

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Originally Posted by BrianR

the code enforcement people go around and check to see if you have been diligent in trimming your lawn, cleaning the yard and making the place beautiful. And they're not shy about handing out citations, either.

I've already lost my temper at the asshole and threatened to FIND him something better to do if he didn't do it himself. From my yard, I see three major code violations, more in the papers.

OMG, THOSE GUYS. The environmental enforcement division of the city. I've run into them before and they are assholes. They'll give you a ticket for weeds. They'll give you a ticket for leaving a garage sale sign out overnight. Petty powerless powermongers.

BTW, I say get rid of your lawn and plant vegies!

Trilby · 09-21-2008, 01:50 PM

Humph. Men! It's all weed-whacking, precision lawn-mower contests and fire pits with you all, isn't it? How 'bout some shoe shopping? Or lipstick samples or paint swatches?! HUH?

That's right. Always gotta be a warrior. Genetic.

BrianR · 09-21-2008, 05:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Brianna

Humph. Men! It's all weed-whacking, precision lawn-mower contests and fire pits with you all, isn't it? How 'bout some shoe shopping? Or lipstick samples or paint swatches?! HUH?

That's right. Always gotta be a warrior. Genetic.

I could do that (I prefer Italian pumps, MAC cosmetics and powder blue) but I keep losing manhood points!

SteveDallas · 09-21-2008, 04:14 PM

I really don't need to do my own yard work. I was happy to outsource it to Bambi's Topless Landscaping service... but there was some irregularity with their township business license so they're not available any more. (For yard work at least.)

footfootfoot · 09-23-2008, 06:36 PM

Sorry about the jiggy "blair witch project" vid. I must have been all jacked up on joe.

glatt · 09-24-2008, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by footfootfoot

Sorry about the jiggy "blair witch project" vid. I must have been all jacked up on joe.

Nice tour! But you don't need to edge around the stumps, sandbox and slate. That tall grass there looks just fine.

sweetwater · 09-24-2008, 08:17 AM

One of these days I am going to invent a trimmer that is part of a the lawnmower. I'm already there cutting grass, I have a whirling device to tap, plenty of deck space to mount a spool - all I need is a button on a cable that will release string when I've got the mower parked by a shaggy-based tree or fence line. Until then, I will just continue to edge in my usual lousy way and wish we could afford a service.

Yznhymr · 09-28-2008, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by sweetwater

One of these days I am going to invent a trimmer that is part of a the lawnmower. I'm already there cutting grass, I have a whirling device to tap, plenty of deck space to mount a spool - all I need is a button on a cable that will release string when I've got the mower parked by a shaggy-based tree or fence line. Until then, I will just continue to edge in my usual lousy way and wish we could afford a service.

Think the idea is already taken...but if you get a prototype going, show a pic!

ZenGum · 09-24-2008, 08:24 AM

Maybe you should try waxing?

09-20-2008, 07:27 PM	#1
monster I hear them call the tide Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Perpetual Chaos Posts: 30,852	yup __________________ The most difficult thing is the decision to act, the rest is merely tenacity Amelia Earhart

09-20-2008, 08:10 PM	#2
zippyt LONG LIVE KING ZIPPY! per Feetz Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Arkansas Posts: 7,661	Get ypu one of these Bad boys , No more fule/oil mixing , Lots of goodys that fit on the end , oh and it is WAAAAYY Bad ass !! Takes a sec for it to wind up But then DAMN !!!!!! __________________ "Success is getting what you want. Happiness is wanting what you get. " Brother Dave Gardner

09-20-2008, 08:12 PM	#3
Elspode When Do I Get Virtual Unreality? Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Raytown, Missouri Posts: 12,719	I have been working my way through the various cutting head options. I'm now on the little plastic toothy blades. Forget the Gator thing...the precut trimmer bits fly off too easy. Self feed original heads are for shit, and even if they work, are impossible to rewind. __________________ "To those of you who are wearing ties, I think my dad would appreciate it if you took them off." - Robert Moog

09-21-2008, 08:31 AM	#5
BrianR Cleverly disguised as a responsible adult Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 3,338	In my neighborhood, the code enforcement people have very little to do. Despite illegal porches and balconies being built, occasionally collapsing and killing people, they go around and check to see if you have been diligent in trimming your lawn, cleaning the yard and making the place beautiful. And they're not shy about handing out citations, either. I've already lost my temper at the asshole and threatened to FIND him something better to do if he didn't do it himself. From my yard, I see three major code violations, more in the papers. So now I've had to hire a yard crew to do the work. This since my string trimmer rusted and I can't get it to start. To it's credit, it always ran fine once it warmed up and I'd buy another (I will next spring). Tony, try Poulan and don't be cheap. Do your homework before you buy and check Consumer Reports, you can read it for free at B&N. Always buy quality, you'll never be sorry. Good advice no matter what you apply it to. Brian __________________ Never be afraid to tell the world who you are. -- Anonymous

09-21-2008, 08:51 AM	#6
Bullitt This is a fully functional babe lair Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Akron, OH Posts: 2,324	Buy some manly tools and quit screwin around: __________________ Kiss my white Irish ass.

09-21-2008, 01:50 PM	#8
Trilby Slattern of the Swail Join Date: Jul 2004 Posts: 15,654	Humph. Men! It's all weed-whacking, precision lawn-mower contests and fire pits with you all, isn't it? How 'bout some shoe shopping? Or lipstick samples or paint swatches?! HUH? That's right. Always gotta be a warrior. Genetic. __________________ In Barrie's play and novel, the roles of fairies are brief: they are allies to the Lost Boys, the source of fairy dust and ...They are portrayed as dangerous, whimsical and extremely clever but quite hedonistic. "Shall I give you a kiss?" Peter asked and, jerking an acorn button off his coat, solemnly presented it to her. —James Barrie Wimminfolk they be tricksy. - ZenGum

09-21-2008, 04:14 PM	#10
SteveDallas Your Bartender Join Date: Jan 2002 Location: Philly Burbs, PA Posts: 7,651	I really don't need to do my own yard work. I was happy to outsource it to Bambi's Topless Landscaping service... but there was some irregularity with their township business license so they're not available any more. (For yard work at least.)

09-23-2008, 06:36 PM	#11
footfootfoot To shreds, you say? Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: in the house and on the street-how many, many feet we meet! Posts: 18,449	Sorry about the jiggy "blair witch project" vid. I must have been all jacked up on joe. __________________ The internet is a hateful stew of vomit you can never take completely seriously. - Her Fobs

09-24-2008, 08:17 AM	#13
sweetwater lives inside a Mobius strip Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 1,120	One of these days I am going to invent a trimmer that is part of a the lawnmower. I'm already there cutting grass, I have a whirling device to tap, plenty of deck space to mount a spool - all I need is a button on a cable that will release string when I've got the mower parked by a shaggy-based tree or fence line. Until then, I will just continue to edge in my usual lousy way and wish we could afford a service. __________________ I knew I shoulda taken that left turn at Albuquerque! - Bugs Bunny

09-24-2008, 08:24 AM	#15
ZenGum Doctor Wtf Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Badelaide, Baustralia Posts: 12,861	Maybe you should try waxing? __________________ Shut up and hug. MoreThanPretty, Nov 5, 2008. Just because I'm nominally polite, does not make me a pussy. Sundae Girl.

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