Help choosing a weed wacker

[tigger03]

I saw the Black & Decker 18V (or was it 24V?) on a Rona flyer for $98. That's a whole lot cheaper than Crappy Tire trying to sell it for $129.

I have to confirm this, though. So it's the automatic line feed, more power, cordless, and a bigger trim edge.

[mart242]

I used a gas one and it died in 2 years. That was heavy and towards the second year produced more vibration. Then bought a codeless 12V Ryobi. I immediately noticed the power difference, however liked it as it was lighter and convenient. Also, it's charger acted as a wall mounted storage hanger too.

However, this year it is failing to hold the charge and hunting for a new one now!
Saw an 18V at wallmart for $70 (WORKX).

Don't you think that the 70$ wallyworld one will end up duying just like the 12V ryobi?

[tigger03]

I saw the Black & Decker 18V (or was it 24V?) on a Rona flyer for $98. That's a whole lot cheaper than Crappy Tire trying to sell it for $129.

I have to confirm this, though. So it's the automatic line feed, more power, cordless, and a bigger trim edge.

Nevermind .. I'm just going to buy THIS ONE from Crappy Tire.

Yardworks 12-in 18V Grass Trimmer
- Lightweight ergonomic design with extending handle for comfortable grip
- Includes two 18V batteries, 1.7Ah nickel-cadmium with a one-hour charge time
- 12" (30 cm) cutting width and a safety lock-out button for added protection
- Features bonus spool
- Auto line advancement
- Create manicured lawns around sidewalks, driveways, curbs and patios with edge guide

Reg: $99.99 ... Now on sale for: $79.99.
Even cheaper with my $29.99 return of the one previously on sale.

[t3359]

Nevermind .. I'm just going to buy THIS ONE from Crappy Tire.

Yardworks 12-in 18V Grass Trimmer
- Lightweight ergonomic design with extending handle for comfortable grip
- Includes two 18V batteries, 1.7Ah nickel-cadmium with a one-hour charge time
- 12" (30 cm) cutting width and a safety lock-out button for added protection
- Features bonus spool
- Auto line advancement
- Create manicured lawns around sidewalks, driveways, curbs and patios with edge guide

Reg: $99.99 ... Now on sale for: $79.99.
Even cheaper with my $29.99 return of the one previously on sale.

I have this exact one - been using it for the last few weekends - has been working well, except it requires you to hold down a button with your thumb while holding down the trigger to run it. Makes your thumb damn tired.

Or maybe I should read the manual

bjl

[tigger03]

I have this exact one - been using it for the last few weekends - has been working well, except it requires you to hold down a button with your thumb while holding down the trigger to run it. Makes your thumb damn tired.

Or maybe I should read the manual

bjl

Yup ... it works AWESOME! And if the line doesn't advance, all you have to do is press this little button while pulling on the line. It works like a charm!

No, you don't have to hold any button with your thumb. It's the lock button that you're referring to. To start it, you press the lock button and trigger. To keep it running, all you have to do is hold the trigger. The big yellow button on the top is to invert the handle for the edging.

[t3359]

Yup ... it works AWESOME! And if the line doesn't advance, all you have to do is press this little button while pulling on the line. It works like a charm!

No, you don't have to hold any button with your thumb. It's the lock button that you're referring to. To start it, you press the lock button and trigger. To keep it running, all you have to do is hold the trigger. The big yellow button on the top is to invert the handle for the edging.

Oh man! Thanks! I can't believe I tortured myself for 4 weekends for no reason :P

bjl