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leaf blower vibrations

Posted by Simon Jarvis on December 15, 2014 at 7:20pm in Machinery

I have a stihl BG 86 blower but it is quite old, probably about 8-10 years. I have been using it a lot recently as you would expect and have become a bit concerned about the vibrations.  If I bought a brand new leaf blower of a similar model then are the vibrations likely to be significantly reduced?  I had heard that vibration levels in newer machines are a lot lower.

Thanks for any advice

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  • Colin Hunt December 15, 2014 at 8:32pm

    We run two and replace after a couple of seasons.  Vibration levels are much reduced with the new machines.

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    Seth Burgess December 15, 2014 at 10:42pm

    If it uses rubber AV then the rubber is probably in need of replacement.

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    Acacia Groundcare Hire December 16, 2014 at 9:02am

    If it's of interest, there is an offer running today only (tuesday 16th) for a Stihl BG86 reduced to £175 +vat through the company forestandarb.com, they are doing '12 days of christmas' offers:

    http://arbtalk.co.uk/forum/forest-arb/82126-sixth-deal-christmas.html

    Vibration and noise reduction have definitely been a focus in newer machines - don't wait 'til it causes you problems! Could be worth asking for a HAVS datasheet if you buy a new one so you have the info :)

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  • Simon Jarvis December 16, 2014 at 4:13pm

    Thats what I thought. Thanks for the help. I have ordered a new one now

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