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expiredAlonC6788 posted Sep 13, 2024 02:13 PM
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expiredAlonC6788 posted Sep 13, 2024 02:13 PM
Select Stores: Milwaukee M18 FUEL 18V Brushless Trimmer w/ 8.0 Ah Battery & Charger
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but i also don't mind having multiple manufacturers, batteries and chargers around... it ain't like the old days where they were either crazy money or the crappy NiCADs died all the time, instantly
Ego is definitely great for blowers and chainsaws but the batteries are pretty heavy/bulky for just a power head tool, especially if youre using it as a hedge trimmer or something where youre holding it higher up for longer periods
I'm really sensitive to vibrations.
I currently have an ego which is fantastic as far as that goes. But the battery is shot.
I'm really sensitive to vibrations.
I currently have an ego which is fantastic as far as that goes. But the battery is shot.
The biggest problem is the head itself. While it's easy enough to load the string, it often gets tangled inside when you're winding it, and there's nothing you can do to prevent it. Once you reach that part, it'll stop feeding string, and you have to stop, take it apart, and restring. VERY frustrating. I tried three different strings (2 diameters, 2 manufacturers), and all had issues.
Using the trimmer is fun, and so much better than the Husqvarna gas one it replaced -- no priming and no throttle adjustments to worry about. Vibrates a bit less, too, so it's easier to use for long periods of time, assuming the string cooperates (sometimes you get lucky, and it doesn't bind).
I love my Milwaukee tools, but their outdoor gear is wildly expensive and not always worth it. They ask $1000 for the mower with two batteries, which is just insane.
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We'll see if it arrives tomorrow or not, as I don't want to go out and pick it up tonight.
Clicked the link and it showed the $149.
Added to cart and it went back to $249.
Now when I click the link, it's just $249.
Bummer!!
Order is already ready for pickup. So no cancelation.
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I had to restring it right out the gate because it kept getting tangled. The head design makes it easy to do that, you just hold the string down into the guides and spin the head. Since then no tangles (fingers crossed).
The weight will work your arms. I got used to it. You probably don't want your wife using it for too long.
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