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Machinery (1610)

Henchman Easy Lift Harness

Apart from making you look like a stray dodgem in search of a funfair, has anyone used one of these and are they useful?

Started by AndyCharles-EnborneGardeningCo in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by Christopher Ray Oct 31, 2012

Winter Work Clothing - Recommendations?

After experimenting with numerous brands/styles of clothing I've finally found some which work:

Trousers: Bear Grylls 'Survivor' Trousers. Really impressed with these, incredibly light, plenty of pockets inc a waterproof one, very easy to move around

Started by Richard@www.seasons-garden.co.uk in Machinery

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Lawn Tractor

A client has asked me to suggest a lawn tractor to buy - about 2.5 acres of lawn, disused paddock and an orchard - very sloping site. Wants it to mow (collection and poss. mulch) and tow a trailer and possibly a roller. Any recommendations at the che

Started by AndyCharles-EnborneGardeningCo in Machinery

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Hedge Trimmers

Off to the shops for an urgent hedge trimmer replacement, but the question is, which? I am assuming, perhaps incorrectly, that most of you run Stihl, and as much as I love my other Stihl kit, money is tight and they are pricey. Are there any decent a

Started by AndyCharles-EnborneGardeningCo in Machinery

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Weibang Mowers

Ive noticed that my local mower dealer has got a couple of these in stock, has anyone got one, used one or thinking of buying one? If so are they any good?

Started by Neil Bishop in Machinery

18 Replies · Reply by James Brett Apr 13, 2016

Winter Shopping list

This thread has two purposes - to help decide and to help find!Over winter I'm hoping to replace some kit, specifically the Lawnmower and budget allowing add to the existing set up. The only issue being that I simply cannot afford new, but having see

Started by David Cox in Machinery

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Turfing question

I'm starting my second turfing job shortly and planning to hire a rotavator as the customer wants both the existing lawn and all flower beds removed and the entire site re-turfed. To do so and to level the ground a rotavator should do the trick. My q

Started by Paul Winter in Machinery

5 Replies · Reply by Sean @ Eclipse Sep 28, 2010

Which mulch push mower?

My old mulcher has had its day. I've bought a mint 2nd hand John Deere JS63V as a replacement, but at the dealers I also noticed an ex-demo Stiga Multiclip Pro 53S SVAN. The Stiga seems to be very strong and sturdy (just like my professional Harry -

Started by Sean @ Eclipse in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by Sean @ Eclipse Sep 28, 2010

and the winner of the best suggested low budget leaf blower is...

Pro-GardWell done, you suggested it first, so as promised you have a plant credit with us for £25.Purchased your suggested machine today, brand new. Tina tried all 3 suggestions in the shop, but this was agreed to be the best for us.Many thanks

Started by T & S Plants in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Jason Felstead Sep 23, 2010

Honda HR series mowers.

Has anyone on LJN used These mowers in the past? We have a HR194 on the fleet and love it.Just wondered what views people had on them?!

Started by Kieran Ray in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by Kieran Ray Sep 24, 2010

Robbing B++++++s

Had my Atlas copco breaker for my mini digger stolen today.One of my lads was on the digger with his back turned and whilst using the digger someone has walked down the driveway picked up the breaker and loaded it into a vehicle and done one.Im sick

Started by Mark Brierley in Machinery

11 Replies · Reply by Lawncare-4u.co.uk Sep 19, 2010

Durable litter pickers

My B&Q pickers have just died, plus they have been needing more and more pressure from the finger to actually grab anything. Can anyone recommend comfy and long-lasting pickers that I can buy online somewhere?(Boring thread I know, sorry!)

Started by Dan Frazer Gardening in Machinery

4 Replies · Reply by Geoffrey King Sep 9, 2010

matabi super agro 20 sprayer

hi guys and girlsjust wondering if there is anyone used one of these sprayers? I have just got one on a demo to use because they are half the price of cooper peglar and berthoud.If anybody has any feed back on these let me know and i will update you

Started by matthew stewart in Machinery

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Petrol scarifiers reviews

I'm looking to buy a petrol scarifier before next February as I want to add this service to my grass cutting business, I'm looking for the type that has the spring tines as I know this will suit the type of work I do better than the blade type and al

Started by alan mcmillan in Machinery

16 Replies · Reply by Rich AGS Dec 28, 2012

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Etesia grass box

Evening,Quick request.... does anyone have an Etesia Pro 51 grass box that they would like to sell. Really don't want to pay £100 for a new one!I got 2 Smaller Etesia box's from the council, but they didn't have the bigger one.I only need one of the

Started by Jeff Bradley in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by Jeff Bradley Sep 2, 2010

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Rights of ownership over equipment when a company goes bust

An interesting conundrum has been posted on UK Business Forums - it's too complicated to post it here so check it out over there and let us know your thoughts? http://www.ukbusinessforums.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?p=1342117#post1342117

Started by Phil Voice in Machinery

3 Replies · Reply by Fenlandphil Sep 2, 2010

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cheers guys went for the viking !!!

after reading all discussions in respect of John Deere versus Viking, I went to local dealer and tried both, jd felt heavy and bouncy postion of handels bit like tesco shopping trolley !! vk felt great position turning and pick up,light, box exallant

Started by mark thomas in Machinery

8 Replies · Reply by mark thomas Sep 1, 2010

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John Deere vs Viking?

out to buy next week deere r47kb or viking mb650r as both these tick all boxes for me 19 inch rear roller any recommendations on pick up or performance any body use any of these mowers thanks.Edit: I went for the Viking.

Started by mark thomas in Machinery

10 Replies · Reply by Dan Frazer Gardening Aug 30, 2010

Who needs a Van - I don't !

This is how to do it !.

Started by Peter Davis in Machinery

19 Replies · Reply by Peter Davis Aug 29, 2010

www.frjonesandson.co.uk

Just thought I would let everyone know my local gardening supplier has started an online shop for the trade. It might be worth two minutes of your time to take a look. I have always found them very cheap and always helpful.I think they are also offer

Started by Steve Sonic Grounds Maintenance in Machinery

2 Replies · Reply by HM GARDENS Aug 27, 2010

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