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Billy Goat Scarifier

Have anyone got a Billy Goat scarifier? If so how good are they? How to robust are these machine. I know of one for sale privately but the clutch is not working; would that be because of the belt? Thanks

Started by Andrew Midgley in Machinery

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Stihl KM94 Kombi Powerhead anyone ?

Looking at a replacement for an old, old KM85 powerhead and noted they've re-introduced a Contractor grade 2Mix engined powerhead (KM94) to sit alongside the 4Mix powerheads. Also looks like it has Cruise Control (like the BG 86 blowers etc).

Anyone

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

9 Replies · Reply by SPH Grounds Maintenance Oct 10, 2015

van dilemma

Hi all,

Hope all is well.

Im in a vito van at the minute which is grand but also carrys my all important windsurfing gear. I can access all locations with the vito as it gets in thru barriers by beeches etc. Im thinking bout changing but going bigger

Started by darragh connolly in Business, Landscaping, and Machinery

1 Reply · Reply by darragh connolly Oct 3, 2015

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Viking mb655vr on ebay

Hi everyone, my lovely wife was searching through eBay last night and came across a Viking mb655vr for sale at £425 , 2012 model being sold by Harry the cat, have heard some good feedback about Harry on here, worth a punt do you think? Would like to

Started by Harry@VWGS in Machinery

18 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Oct 18, 2015

Viking 655 Blade boss issues.

Blade boss cracked on my 655. Have replaced it but the bolt will not tighten up fully. Feels as if the threads have stripped. (the bolt is new) Any help would be appreciated.

Started by Jason Creed in Machinery

1 Reply · Reply by Derek Tucker Sep 27, 2015

Etesia mbhe wiring issue

HiJust fitted a new wiring loom on my ride on mower as the old one was butchered and dangerous by the previous owner.I have 3 wires left were im not sure were they go. according to the mower manual wiring diagram they go to the right front spade term

Started by Big Kev in Machinery

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What's the best wet mower

We have varous mowers including an older hayter 56 wide bag (roller), hayter harrier 41(roller), Toro 21 heavy duty, Husqavana mulcher, Kaas Danarm 19" (roller) and some other rough cut mowers.

I find none of them are great at this time of year with d

Started by Andrew Watts in Machinery

11 Replies · Reply by Andrew Watts Oct 31, 2015

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Etesia Pro53 hydro problem

We have an Etesia Pro53 which our operatives love but it has developed a hydraulic leak from one of the orbit motors which prevents the drive from working properly.Does anyone know which grade of hydro oil we might need to top it up with (short term

Started by Nick @ NM Garden Services Ltd in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Nick @ NM Garden Services Ltd Oct 1, 2015

Kawasaki FH430V carb advice

Can anyone advise where I can buy a new carburettor for a Kawasaki fh430 v 15hp kai engine .Think that the code is lc 737 37061 (as reads on top of old one being removed).

Thanks in advance

Ollie

Started by oliver whyman in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Harrythecat178 Oct 10, 2015

Chipper for hedge work?

Doing a lot larger hedges more often also thinking of trying to cut down on the amount of green waste. Been looking at the elier Chippers or Timberwolf ones the portable kind not the tow a longs.Any advice?

Started by Mitchel ingham in Machinery

15 Replies · Reply by Mitchel ingham Sep 28, 2015

Choosing the correct chipper/shredder

hey all

been looking into this for a few days now and i feel i could benefit greatly from buying a chipper/shredder instead of having to load the van or filling skips with branches etc

so far i've came across this Titan-pro 15bhp model that looks as if

Started by Gavin Gray in Machinery

16 Replies · Reply by Seth Burgess Sep 26, 2015

Moving rootball (18-20) trees

After years of rolling, lifting with hooks, and bending wheelbarrows I think it's finally time to invest in a tree trolley.Are there any recommendations/ products to avoid? Where should I be looking to pick one up?

Started by Edward Wright in Landscaping, Machinery, and Suppliers

3 Replies · Reply by Nick Steele Sep 20, 2015

Replacement solid tines

I own a Camon LA20 aerator.

Any ideas where I can get decent priced replacement tines?

I'm in Kent if that makes a difference?

Started by Tim in Machinery

1 Reply · Reply by Colin Hunt Sep 16, 2015

Sharpening Hedge Trimmers

My hedge trimmers are not "professional" tools. (Green) Bosch and Black & Decker. Both battery powered. They need sharpening desperately.

My local tools merchant wont do it as they are not classed as professional tools, plus I obviously did not buy t

Started by Daniela McGhie in Machinery

11 Replies · Reply by Geoff Norfolk Sep 15, 2015

Etesia Pro 46 Rear Roller Attachment

Does anyone know when the roller attachment for the Pro 46 models is being/has been released? I read that the 41 series were being released first before the 46 range. Thanks.

Started by Andy Kenney in Machinery

10 Replies · Reply by Nick @ NM Garden Services Ltd Sep 16, 2015

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Removing marks from brick walls.

Hi All,

I've been approached by a client i do power washing for, they want the front brick walls power washed. This is to remove some black and white stains/ markings on the bricks. My question is, would my power washer (2500 PSI) be able to remove t

Started by Daniel Lampard in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by Gary RK Sep 12, 2015

Stihl Pressure Washers

I visited my local John Deere dealership which also sells Stihl equipment yesterday enroute home. I looked at the Stihl Pressure Washers and wonder if anyone got one or have any views on this. My cheapest Karcher one 'blew up' on me earlier this year

Started by Andrew Midgley in Machinery

12 Replies · Reply by Richard Gadsby Sep 28, 2015

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John Deere Pro 47V versus Etesia Pro 46 PHCT

There's a number of different articles and discussions relating to these mowers across this site and the internet, spread across 5 or so years, but nothing recent or together.

I'm on the lookout for a new mower and these 2 fitted the bill of what I wa

Started by Andy Harrold in Machinery

17 Replies · Reply by Nick @ NM Garden Services Ltd Oct 30, 2015

Briggs & Stratton engines....grr

I have two 21" mowers - a Toro and a John Deere. Both have B&S engines and both are a complete pain!

After they have been run for 20 minutes or more (so basically all my grass cuts) they get very hot and won't restart. I have to wait at least half an

Started by Andrew Bentley in Machinery

25 Replies · Reply by Seth Burgess Sep 10, 2015

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Kubota W821 R long term reviews?

My local dealer has started stocking these but the reviews for them are thin on the ground, googling takes me mostly back here of which I have seen that Nick Milne uses/d one in each van.

How do they stack up with more than a season or so use on them?

Started by Seth Burgess in Machinery

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