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Stihl hs56c hedge trimmer problem

Morning all, i've had the Stihl hs56c hedge trimmer for about 4/5 years but recently when i'm using it everytime i take my finger off the throttle the blades continue to move.

Any idea's on how to fix the problem before i take it into the repair shop.

Started by Chris in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Chris Feb 25, 2018

stihl kombi extention

ive been using a stihl kombi with a 1m carbon extention its great but can be very tiring on the arms for long periods not due to the total weight of the machine more due to balance point, to combat this im thinking of constructing some sort of counte

Started by Norms in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by Darren Walters Feb 25, 2018

Tethering A Runaway

I have been specialising in stump grinding for the past 18 years throughout Anglia. Over that time period I have experienced loss of drive to the wheels on a number of occassions while on site (a real bummer) and twice while up/down loading from th

Started by Mike Lish in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Mike Lish Feb 17, 2018

Stiga Twin Clip Mowers

Hi Going to purchase a new mower in the next month, Either going to go for a Husqvarna 551 or maybe try a Hayter pro. Ive now seen the stiga twin clip machines which have been shwon to me as an option by my local dealer. Has anyone else had experienc

Started by Matt Hallett in Machinery

21 Replies · Reply by LawnLegends Mar 8, 2019

Resin Cleaner

I've always used the Stihl resin cleaner to de-gunk my hedgetrimmer blades but a colleague happened to mention that he used brake cleaner as its much cheaper. Anybody else do this??

Started by Jason Creed in Machinery

14 Replies · Reply by Anthony Toop Feb 17, 2018

nail gun recommendation

Hi can any one recommend a battery powered nail gun for fencing please? Thanks

Started by bob whatley in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by bob whatley Feb 13, 2018

New, used and ex-hire groundcare and garden machinery auction

Tractors, Turf Trucksters, Leaf blowers, Chippers / Shredders, Utility Vehicles, Rotary / Ride on & Gang Lawn mowers, Brush cutters, Hedgecutters and Clearing saws, Seeders, Top dressers, Post lifters, Aerators, Stoneburiers, Trailers, Sprayers, Ch

Started by Landscape Juice in Machinery

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Pellenc battery mowers from Etesia ..... looks interesting

Interesting to watch - looks a realistic solution for specific types of sites. Like the zero turn capabilities, weight and 'foldability'

The professional range of #Pellenc mowers surprise by their design as much as by their technicality... pic.twi

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by Seth Burgess Feb 8, 2018

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The TURF TEQ Surface Preparation Rake offers the most economical way to prepare soil for turf, grass seed or wild flowers.

Much quicker than a rotavator,

Started by Paul Errington in Machinery

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Stem injection guns

I'm looking to purchase a stem injection gun and would really appreciate anyones feed back on the ones they would recommend. Price I'm looking at is in the region of £350 - £450.

Any help would be appreciated.

John S

Started by John Somerville in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by Progreen Weed Control Feb 15, 2018

Stihl Cordless KombiEngine

I've just received an email from Stihl about the new catalogue is out now. They are launching a new cordless Kombi unit - KMA 130 R and will be available from May 2018. It looks like most of the existing Kombi tools will work with the cordless power

Started by Neil Cooper in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Darren Walters Feb 2, 2018

EGO

My old strimmer and blower are about ready for the knackers yard and i'd like to replace them with something that doesn't have me breathing fumes in.. Has anybody bought any of the EGO range and can give any thoughts on the kit.? Pellenc would be ide

Started by Jason Creed in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by J Norman Apr 25, 2018

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Has turf care machinery changed over the years ?

If, in the background, you’re a ‘’techie’ like me you’ll be interested in this article from Lantra;

”Not much has changed over the years since Edwin Budding’s design first brought cylinder technology to the turf care industry.” I often hear this stat

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by Ben Carter Feb 2, 2018

What should the engine speed be?

I have checked my mowers engine running speed this week and my 21" Hayter (Briggs 190cc) is running at only 2600rpm and my 16" Izy (GCV160) is running at 3000rpm. When researching what they should be i came across this info .... Can anyone confirm if

Started by PAUL in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by PAUL Feb 5, 2018

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Need to improve mowing productivity? Hire a "Kimi"

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Started by Gary RK in Machinery

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Rover pro cut 50

Looking for a good wet grass collector, but don’t really want to spend Etesia prices.
Some reviews of Rover say it collects wet grass well. Anyone on here any experience with this mower?

Started by Damian Jones in Groundscare, Landscaping, and Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Damian Jones Jan 26, 2018

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Stihl GB 2018 Price increase due ....

I suspect many will already be aware that Stihl GB will be implementing an approx 4% price rise on 1st February, so maybe a good time if you are planning on new season kit purchases to get in quick .....if it makes sense ;)

p.s. not sure if it is t

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by Graham Wright Jan 29, 2018

Logic spare parts

Where is the best place to buy spare parts for logic equipment on line, I have bought a Logic Flail mower to tow behind my Quad, the mower is a bit of a project so needs a few parts flails etc,

Thanks in advance,

Ronnie.

Started by Ronnie MacKenzie in Machinery

1 Reply · Reply by Adam @ SLGC Jan 23, 2018

Digger purchase?

Im looking to purchase a mini/micro digger with retracting tracks, can anyone give advice on what to look for as in model,wear and tear, hours worked on and where to buy? Im based in the Bristol area.

Started by terry blackwell in Machinery

9 Replies · Reply by Ed Fox Jan 24, 2018

Hayter 41 Pro

Hello people, i noticed that a few of you ran the 41 pro last year, can i ask how it got on in the wet weather? I work in Merseyside and Lancashire where it rains 366 days a year and our house building companies like to build their properties on swam

Started by Jason Creed in Machinery

19 Replies · Reply by Chris Jan 21, 2018

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