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Machinery (1634)

Tanaka TBC4200 DLV

Bought a new Tanaka from local dealer this week; Added the Oregon twist load metal head on it. Anyone else run one? In the week I've had it, it is an excellent machine, smooth and quiet yet powerful as you like.

Started by Andy Kenney in Machinery

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Hyundai Mowers

My local builders merchant has started selling Hyundai Mowers at very reasonable prices. Does anyone have any experiences with them ?

Started by Peter Davis in Machinery

26 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Apr 28, 2015

Spare parts suppliers

Could we form a list of spare parts suppliers for stihl kit etc and briggs etc on here?

I keep having terirble exp ordering bits online - Just today tried top fit some new needle cage bearings to a stihl HL-KM and found they didnt fit, local dealer wo

Started by David Cox in Machinery

9 Replies · Reply by James Brett Apr 25, 2015

Viking rotovator anyone else had problems

For years we had a small Honda rotovator and it was fantastic, but two years ago it gave up the ghost, after much abuse, dealing with the usual hidden brickbats, stones, roots string etc that you normally find in gardens! So I spent £500 on a new Vik

Started by Thermo in Machinery

7 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Apr 21, 2015

Laser-level feedback.

Evening.

I'm sure this is a recurrent question, but I need to acquire a new laser level for landscaping use....Any feedback on the best all-rounder please?

My budget allows for a good one (not looking at Silverline/Draper etc.), without going silly....

Started by Sam Moon in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Sam Moon Apr 19, 2015

which pressure washer?

Trying to choose between two pressure washers, both nilfisk.Does 10 extra bar and 60 extra litres per hour flow rate make much difference?!

Started by ChaseLandscaping in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by Rory Apr 15, 2015

kombi system stihl pole saw attachment greasing

Hi all,

Ive got the stihl ht-km pole saw attachment and unsure of where it needs greasing as my instruction manual given by seddons is in german, only realised when looked today.

Thanks Liam

Started by Liam Booth in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Liam Booth Apr 12, 2015

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Anyone with experiences of Scag 36's?

Have a one-off opportunity to purchase a Scag 36" walk behind Kawasaki powered from an individual in good condition at a very good price.

We've never owned or used one but could be a useful business addition.

So, would like feedbck on pros & cons - f

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

12 Replies · Reply by Seth Burgess Sep 18, 2016

Employee using tools for 'personal' use

Hi guys, I'm beginning to get bugged and wondering if you have any advice/experience to help me.One of my guys has been with me 4/5 years and used to live next door to me with his mum, and every couple of weeks during the season borrowed a mower/stri

Started by Ray McIntosh in Machinery

22 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Apr 13, 2015

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Rear Roller or Rear wheel Mower what you prefer!

Hi Guys

Looking a buying a a mower as our mower is on its way out and the hayter harrier 48 mower we currently use is only barrowed from a friend so will no dout have to return it sooner enough so looking at options

probabley looking to spend about £

Started by philip shaw in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Roy Bretton Apr 11, 2015

The robotic pansy transplanter

How a US-based plant nursery, Bob's Market, is able to transplant pansies with the aid of a robotic automation.

Started by Landscape Juice in Machinery

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New Viking 756 pro mower fail, Need new mower fast!

Hello all

My previous viking k755mb mower had it, so i ordered the new hydrostatic viking 756 with the single arm to handle.

Looked nice and very built well but it's the slowest mower i ever used in my life, a snails pace!

Also the hydrostatic drive

Started by James Macleod in Machinery

14 Replies · Reply by David Benson Apr 14, 2015

Alkylate fuel or ethanol shield?

First time I have really posted here but I juts wondered what you guys thought about the issue of ethanol in regular petrol ,its effects on small engines and the best alternatives. Two and half years ago I bought a Stihl hedge cutter after two years

Started by Michael Dennis in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Michael Dennis Apr 9, 2015

Petrol Brush cutter recommendations

Hi,

I'm looking to purchase a brush cutter. It will be lightly used but when it does be powerful enough to slice through thick, neglected land usually full of brambles etc. Also I am concerned about weight, being a lady I can carry a decent amount but

Started by Cara Savage in Machinery

6 Replies · Reply by Cara Savage Mar 30, 2015

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Tip of the day

Don't put Yukka in your chipper! Unless you want to make a mess, doh!

Started by Darren Walters in Machinery

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Which mower and strimmer for mow and blow setup

After a mower for doing a grass cutting round something light and small as most gardens are tiny also a d loop strimmer im thinking lightweight again suggestions please

Started by Mitchel ingham in Machinery

15 Replies · Reply by Richard Gadsby Mar 29, 2015

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Basic chainsaw maintenance - Well you learn something new every day ...

Only in the US of A could you find something like this...... Never knew I had to worry about "boogers"

Started by Gary RK in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Rory Mar 26, 2015

Roller mower with reasonable wet weather performance

Hey all -

Due to one of my Etesias giving up the ghost (Engine frame rusted, drive belt snapped and generally a rattlebox at 8 years) I need to replace it,

As I've got two other etesias Id like to replace it with a roller mower to give me a better fin

Started by David Cox in Groundscare and Machinery

18 Replies · Reply by Paul McNulty Mar 30, 2015

Gasket/servicing kits

Hi, I have a 21" mountfield SP534 which has decided after the winter storage to start hunting. I took off the air filter and its full of oil, I have cleaned it and its running a lot better but it does occasionally hunt the rev range and after changin

Started by Rory in Machinery

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Bob Andrews Lawn Doctor - Blade size?

Hi all

I have a Bob Andrews Lawn Doctor slitter/scarifier and the blades are worn down to the point that the I have to have it so low the body catches on the ground.

I cant find anything online for spare blades so I may have to have some made. Does an

Started by Darren Walters in Machinery

12 Replies · Reply by Nigel Sturgess Apr 30, 2016

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