"That's the bit that makes no sense to me, a.new one costs a fortune and lasts 5 minutes and an old girl is cheap as can be and lasts far longer and that's after it's done 20yrs for someone else before I've had it.
If the machines are genuinely worth…"
"I went with the Stihl in the end, got a good price for it. It is a lot lighter than I was expecting but that suits me fine as like you it'll be only be used on a handful of lawns by me each year. I'm more than happy to have a go at fixing things…"
"I remember the older Honda's from new you could get 12 years of daily service out of them, literally pushing them to their limits before they needed a new gearbox , £300 back then and they would run for another 3 years at least .
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"Got to totally disagree I've been round full.circle,.started with old ebay mowers built up to buying new mowers (Honda Pro not cheap nastys) downside to new as I discovered is they last 18 months then.need new gearboxes £500 a go and at nearly 2k 18…"
Replay Maintenance has announced a series of new and expanded partnerships with County Football Associations across England, reinforcing its commitment to raising standards in grassroots football facilities.Leading the latest developments is a new…
"Hi Tim. It's good to hear you've found your LS42 reliable. We've just launched the newest version of the LS42, the model LS42C1, which features the quick release rotor cartridges. There's a kit available to convert the LS42B1 to the new system, so…"
"Never ever buy a Weibang. I had a Legacy 48 pro BBC, it needed a new gearbox after a couple of months. Used it for a couple of years but far too heavy. The gearbox was on the way out again so I dumped it."
"I have the Sthil RL540 Kevin. It was a good machine, very light & pretty powerful. 5 years old I think. This machine is only used by me & does maybe a dozen lawns in the spring, a coupld autumn. Normally with a good depth. The height adjustment…"
"Hi Rob
Interesting to read about your negative experience with your new weibangs after just a year ?
When I first started I was recommended a Toro after Twenty years as an employee using bullet proof Honda's , I could not afford a Honda so bought a…"
Redexim UK has strengthened its team with the appointment of Jeremy Vincent, a highly respected figure within the groundscare industry.With more than three decades of experience, Jeremy brings a wealth of knowledge spanning engineering, sales and…
Hi Jon
It's great that you want to enter into this fantastic profession. Guess you have to choose a course and qualification that suits you.
Good luck, and remember that there are many people here who will support and impart there years of knowledge in the industry, just ask.
Welcome to our friendly network. It is a shame that you had to give up working as a gardener professionally but look on the bright side, in your own garden, you are the boss and you do not have to answer to moody customers!
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It's great that you want to enter into this fantastic profession. Guess you have to choose a course and qualification that suits you.
Good luck, and remember that there are many people here who will support and impart there years of knowledge in the industry, just ask.
Welcome to our friendly network. It is a shame that you had to give up working as a gardener professionally but look on the bright side, in your own garden, you are the boss and you do not have to answer to moody customers!
All the best
Phil