Sunday, August 30, 2009
Cordless 12V Rechargeable Leaf Blower
Customer Review: Cordless 12V Rechargeable Leaf Blower
The Cordless 12V Rechargeable Leaf Blower is as good as advertised. As its name implys,it requires no electrical cord or gas & oil. Its main advantage is portability and ease of use. It arrived charged enough to use immediately. It has plenty of power to blow grass clippings, leaves and other small debris off a concrete driveway. It is perfect for quicly clearing steps, decks, walks, and driveways. I wouldn't recommend it for large, dense or heavy projects. Also, I can't comment on its durability--yet.
Customer Review: Not as expected!
Not as lightweight as I thought it would be, it's a little harder to handle then expected, because of it's weight. The strength of the air flow is not as strong as anticipated and the battery life is not as long as advertised. This unit is okay for small to small/medium jobs.
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Saturday, August 29, 2009
Troy-Bilt Blower Attachment #TBTB (41AJTB-C954)
Customer Review: I LOVE IT!!!
I purchased one 4.5 years ago when it was called the "Turbo Blower." It has been great, but the Flare nozzle needs to be replaced due to HEAVILY ground scraping. You can get up to 145 mph wind speed! I can be at the begining of the driveway and the leaves blow all the way to the end! You will be very pleased with the preformance of the "Turbo Blower."
Customer Review: Ryobi Turbo Blower
I have had a Ryobi Turbo Blower for over 4 1/2 years now and it is still working great! It has survived a move from FL to TX. However the nozzles and bottom are wearing down due to HEAYILY ground scraping... I have loved having this blower much more than an electric one I had because there is no specific speed setting with an electric. With electric it is ON or OFF. No in between.
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Shop-Vac 963-12-00 Ultra Blower Wet/Dry Vacuum 12-Gallon, 4.5-HP
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Wednesday, August 26, 2009
Factory Reconditioned Homelite ZR08580 26cc Gas Powered MightyLite Backpack Blower (Non-CARB Compliant)
Customer Review: gas powered mightylite backpack blower
I am very happy with the reconditioned Homelite ZR08580. It starts easily and runs great.
Customer Review: Not very good!
This product came looking bran new, but I had trouble starting it, and once it started, I was very disappointed. The name of this product should be VeryLite Backpack Blower!!! It looks great, and feels good on my back, but I should have paid more for one that works better.
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Tuesday, August 25, 2009
Weed Eater 23cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered 150 MPH Blower #FL1500LE
Customer Review: Resurrected from a landfill; works GREAT!
Without doubt, this is the most bizarre review I've ever written on any product because not only did I not purchase this leaf blower from Amazon -- I picked it up for free at the local landfill. Here's the story: A couple years ago I purchased a Poulan Pro BVM200LE and it ran perfectly until it's untimely death after what I consider to be moderate use. (Click above on the "See all my reviews" link and scroll down to my Poulan Pro review titled "Worked GREAT until it DIED.") I decided not to replace my dead Poulan with another Poulan, so thus began my search for the "perfect" leaf blower. After reading various reviews here, on other sites, and in some consumer magazines, I narrowed my choices to a couple of brands in the $165-200 range. I almost pulled the trigger on a purchase, but first I had to haul out a load of trash to the local landfill before closing time. That's where I spotted what appeared to be a leaf blower among other discarded items. The landfill regs clearly state "No Scavenging" but when the site manager looked away I made a quick dash, and dug out a Weed Eater FL1500LE leaf blower. Water was running out of the tube as I carried it to the van, so I wasn't too hopeful it would work. A closer look revealed a lot of corrosion on the few visible metal parts, so that told me my "prize" had probably been left outdoors for some time. After I got home and had some time to play with this thing, I gave it a once-over visual check. The exterior seemed to be okay -- no parts missing and no cracks in the plastic. There was even some gas in the tank. It took some effort to pull the cord even half-way, but then it wouldn't retract. I had to hit the plastic casing a few times to get the cord to retract. I tinkered with it a few more times, and finally got it to work more or less okay. Now it was time for the real test. I primed the bulb, set the choke & throttle, then pulled. It gave indications of wanting to live again. On the next pull, it started! So, I immediately went to work blowing off the driveway until the gas in the tank was gone. I put in fresh gas (mixture, of course) and continued blowing the driveway, shrub beds, etc. etc for at least a half-hour or more. It ran just fine. For the past several weeks, it continues to start and run just fine. Here is how this model Weed Eater compares with my Poulan Pro while it still worked: Flimsy construction. Comments here about the handle are accurate. It's a plastic handle bolted to the plastic housing and it feels like it'll break off at any time. The Poulan has a sturdy, rock-solid feel. Harder to pull start. Both the Weed Eater & Poulan start on either the first or second pull, but the Weed Eater takes more effort to pull. (Higher compression ratio maybe?) I could place the bottom edge of the Poulan on my knee and easily pull the cord to start it. Can't do that with this Weed Eater. It has to be held firmly on the ground with one hand on the handle, then pull the cord hard with the other hand. My wife could easily start the Poulan; it's very difficult for her to pull the Weed Eater cord. The Weed Eater is a lot louder than the Poulan. If you value your hearing, wear good ear plugs if you purchase/use this Weed Eater. Blowing power is about the same. This Weed Eater is rated to be 150 mph; the Poulan is rated at 205 mph. Frankly, I can't tell the difference. Now, I only use a leaf blower on hard surfaces: the driveway, sidewalk, shrub beds that have decorative rock on top, the roof and gutters. For this type of use, this Weed Eater has plenty of wind power. I don't blow leaves across the lawn -- raking is faster. My guess is that the Poulan would do better than the Weed Eater blowing leaves off a lawn. The Weed Eater has considerably more vibration than the Poulan when running at mid- to high speed. Since I have no idea how this Weed Eater FL1500LE ran when new, or why the previous owner tossed it in a landfill, the above comparisons may not be valid. However, considering I paid nothing for it, and it runs just fine even after apparently being left outdoors for some amount of time, then tossed on the junk heap, I think 4 stars is fair rating. If this one lasts for a couple of seasons, I might even consider buying a Weed Eater leaf blower.
Customer Review: Weedeater Featherlite is too quality to purchase - don't do it!
I only use this blower a few minutes a week, and within the first season of use the engine would sputter and die. It would do this at random and not restart until it completely cooled-off. Now the pull cord will not retract, so there is no way to start it. It's junk!
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Monday, August 24, 2009
Factory Reconditioned Homelite 25cc Gas Powered Yard Broom Hand Held Blower (Non-CARB Compliant) #ZR08110
Customer Review: Tough machine
I've had my blower for 13 yrs. and it still runs like a top. I've had one service call on it for $40+ and that's all. Somtimes it doesn't want to start well after sitting all winter, but once it's going - it's going! The best 50th birthday present I got.
Customer Review: VERRRRRY SATISFIED!
I ordered this blower after asking around and doing on-line research. This unit was shipped very quickly. My husband is using it this very minute, I have used it too. Love it. Light, easy, powerful. THE END
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Saturday, August 22, 2009
Poulan/Weed Eater Barracuda 2595 12A Electric Leaf Blower/Vacuum
Customer Review: Great Blower
I have a lot of area to blow off each week when I cut/edge (corner lot, public sidewalks on both sides, driveway, my sidewalks, patio), and had gone through two Black & Decker blowers in five years. I picked this one up simply because it wasn't B&D, and am a huge fan. I've had it for three years and it's still going strong. It's much more powerful (ie. blows more) than the B&D's. I even use it to blow out my garage from time to time and pre-dry the car when I wash it. The only fault I have with it is there isn't a latch to hook the cord onto so the weight of the handing cord can cause it to come unplugged. A minor inconvenience to not replace your blower every couple of years in my opinion.
Customer Review: Weed Eater Barracuda 2595 Blower/Vac
Nice upgrade with the rocker-type on/off switch (use to be a slider that never worked smoothly - especially as it aged). It is excellent in all respects except that the two-piece vac tube continually comes apart while you're working. The tube seems to be more flimsy than it used to be. Other than the tube I'd give it five stars. I've been buying Weed Eater products since 1974 and haven't been disappointed except by a few little details. Incidentally, Weed Eater corporate headquarters is almost impossible to contact.
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Troy-Bilt String Trimmer & Blower Attachment #TBBT (41AJBT-C954)
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Friday, August 21, 2009
Toro 51585 Power Sweep 7 Amp 2-Speed Electric Blower
Customer Review: Good blower, but could have been btter
The product came without a power cord. But it worked well. Felt like it could have had a higher rpm.
Customer Review: The Goldilocks of Leaf Blowers
I've had several electric leaf blowers. Most of them were fine for the yard and leaves, but if I wanted to quick sweep my garage/basement, they were so powerful that took all the dirty on the floor and just put into the air as dust, only to settle over everything. This is a small blower, 5 pounds, sounds like a hair dryer. But, on low speed it blows all of the leaves, dirt, dust, etc., out of my garage without raising a cloud of dust. On high, it makes easy work of the patio, porch, steps, drive and sidewalk. It also is good for scattered leaves and small branches from shrubbery. I would not tackle a yard full of hardwoods in the Autumn with this, I don't think the power is adequate. But to just grab this lightweight, efficient tool for weekly clean up after hedge trimming, cutting the yard, etc, it works fantastically. I recommend it.
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Wednesday, August 19, 2009
Poulan Pro 25 cc Gas Blower/Vacuum #BVM200LE
On the first count, air speed, this Poulan rates very well, registering 205 mph; you'll find a lot of comparable blowers listed closer to 150 mph. Coupled with that is how much air the engine is actually moving, and of course, the more, the better. This one's rated at an impressive 400 cubic feet per minute, which, for a handheld blower like this, is a mighty lot of volume. Combined, these two details mean you've got great air power for blowing leaves, grass clippings, light debris and other yard waste.
This blower is no heavier than its competitors, but of course, once you flip the switch and start vacuuming leaves, you're carrying that weight with you, albeit with a shoulder strap. It does have a higher mulching ratio than others (16:1, turning 16 bags of leaves into one mulched bag) in its class, turning leaves and grass clippings into a nice, fine mulch for flower beds or just more compact bagged yard waste.
Starting is a bit of a chore; be prepared to pull. But that's par for the gas-powered course. Once it's going, though, it's a pleasure to use, and it beats raking and sweeping.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
What's in the Box
Blower and vacuum kit
Customer Review: If it breaks I'll buy another one
Reviews are an intangible thing. What works good for one guy, sometimes won't work for another. With that said I'll throw in my 2 cents. I bought one of these about 3 1/2 years ago. I live in SC on a acre of land surrounded by pine trees. I use this blower almost daily (winter and summer) to blow away the pine needles from the back deck and driveway; also after cutting the lawn. I could not be more happy with it. It always starts on the first or second pull. Not that it needed it, but I changed the spark plug, just to make me feel that I was taking care of it. If it ever fails I would buy another one.
Customer Review: get something else
This thing worked ok for maybe one season.It started to leak gas and oil and stopped running.Won't start now at all.JUNK Not very powerful either
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Sunday, August 16, 2009
Black & Decker BV-005 Replacement Collection Bag for Blowers and Vacuums
Customer Review: Fine replacement, but nozzle sticks
Replaced my old bag when its zipper broke, and the replacement works fine (given the low demands placed on it). Only drawback is that it is often difficult to unscrew it from the blower/vac. The bag's nozzle has two "nubs" that insert into two channels on the vac, and although they all appear to be fine, it often sticks when trying the unscrew the bag. A minor issue. Otherwise, fine.
Customer Review: replacement for Leaf Hog
Needed a replacement bag for my Black & Decker Leaf Hog. The old bag wore out after 3 or 4 years, and this was the one. Wish they would've used the model name too, as I'd forgotten the model number. But this was it! Hooked up perfectly, same zipper and shoulder line. No improvements over the old one, but no supposed improvements either, so no complaints. Ask for one like the old one, and that is what I got.
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Monday, August 10, 2009
Toro Rake & Vac 10 Amp Electric Blower/Vacuum #51573
Customer Review: good leaf blower
This blower does a good job blowing leaves. It does less well with the vacuum feature. If you try to vacuum leaves they tend to plug up in the intake. You can vacuum sawdust or particulate matter, but not nearly as well as a shop vac. It's a good leaf blower.
Customer Review: Toro Rake and Vac blower vacumn
I bought this for my son in law and he is one happy camper. It arrived very fast, in time for his birthday and he is having great fun blowing stuff everywhere. Makes cleanups a breeze. Very satified customer!!!!
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Sunday, August 9, 2009
Factory Reconditioned Ryobi ZR08570 25.4cc Gas Powered Variable Speed Backpack Blower (Non-CARB Compliant)
Customer Review: A great product
I enjoy the product and it does a great in blower dirt and trash away
Customer Review: Runs great
The item shipped as described and runs superbly. The only complaint (minor) is that the couplings require a clamp for them to stay connected and the clamps weren't included. Its a $2 fix, but slightly annoying.
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Saturday, August 8, 2009
Black & Decker Leaf Hog Blower Vac With Leaf Collection System (BV4000A)
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Thursday, August 6, 2009
Powermatic 1791216K Model PWBS-14CS Deluxe 14-Inch 1-3/4-Inch Woodworking Bandsaw with Bearing Guides, Lamp, and Chip Blower, 115/230-Volt 1 Phase
Customer Review: Great saw
This saw replaced a Craftsmen 12" tilt table band saw. I purchased the Woodcraft anniversary package. The American Woodworker did a very good article how to tune up a band saw, this is the best one you will ever read.(also FREE videos on their sight) Out of the box the wheels were not Coplanar, in the article they showed you how to use a straight edge to measure the tires co-planer. I measured the blades top and bottom to get them in the center of the tires, For me it was easier and I think more accurate them a straight edge. The article also explained how to shim the wheels to get this critical dimension perfect, The other problem that I had was slight movement with the riser block ( fore and aft movement of the top of the saw)and tires being copanar on each side, You measure the wheels top and bottom at 3 & 9 oclock to get them even and the blade centered in all four positions measureing the blade on the tire, I used a straight edge and marked all 4 sides top and bottom of the riser block and the lines extended on to the frame so you can see how much it moved, by loosing the riser block bolt slightly with the saw tension relaxed I was able to tap the top forward or aft to achieve a perfect allignment of the blade in relation to the top and bottom wheels.The table required shimming as did the guide post. I would imagine that most saws would need a good tune up to be able to preform at the top of there capability for accurate sawing. I also see that some have problems with setting the guides and a narrow blade. What you need is a Carter Stabilizer guide. It is one bearing with a groove in the center the back of the blade rides in that replaces the top bearings and you move the lower ones away from the blade, You set your blade tracking and tension, Move the stabelizer guide to the blade and pull it toward you 1/8 inch and tighten it down, you now can use up to 1/4 inch blade that will preform like a jig saw on speed, The guy at the wood show did resawing with it, (not recommended) to show just how good the stabelizer is. He was cutting out 3d reindeers ( like the Scroll saw guy) to show you why this is recommended for scrolling. I have had this saw over one year and while I have not used it as much as I would like, so far it has been one super machine. At the Wood Magazine web sight I made the resaw jig for the band saw ( make your own lumber)and cut 12" thick wood with a 1/2" blade with no problem. They have some very good FREE videos on the band saw at their sight. Hope this helps :>)
Customer Review: One of the best 14" Bandsaws
This 'little' bandsaw is perfect for home woodshop needs. I've installed both the riser block and the mobile base and both work very well. Previous reviewers of the riser mentioned issues; Powermatic apparently listens to customer feedback, everything goes together as it should. For more on Powermatic cust service, check my 3520B lathe review, they were very helpful. The bandsaw was relatively easy to put together, though I found truing the fence and fence rails to the table to be a lesson in patience. The riser block install would have gone much better with a second pair of hands, but not impossible by yourself. After about an hour and a half I was running some lumber through for test cuts. This may have been a bad idea as my dust collector arrived the following week. With the dust collector attached, only a small amount of wood dust escapes....without a dust collector you'll soon be standing in a sizeable pile. As with most power tools, the first thing that you should do, (after reading the manual and putting the thing together), is toss out the stock blade. It cuts, but it surely won't impress you. Then it's onto setting up the blade tension and guides. This is my first bandsaw and I have to say that everything was both simple and quick to do. The tracking knob and carter quick release are intuitive to use, (though the tension lever resides behind the blade guard in it's lowest,(release), setting. The ball bearing guides are mostly tool free, setting the distance to the blade, (left to right) is done with an allen wrench, again, pretty simple stuff. I've yet to try resawing up to the full 12" but 6-8" stock hasn't given me any problems, nor has it slowed or bogged down in the least. I'm rather pleased with my purchase and the mustard color is growing on me. If you're looking for most of the same features as well as 2 speeds and a about 300 less, check out the new Jet JWBS-14DXPRO. I bought my Powermatic before it came out, but it surely would have been a contender.
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Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Weed Eater GA2010 Gutter Cleaning Blower Attachment
Customer Review: good product
Product does what is says. Only fits Weed Eater blower. Plastic is a bit flimsy but works.
Customer Review: It usually works
The device was a little difficult to put together and cumbersome to hold once finished. It works as advertised if the leaves are completely dry and works terribly if the leaves are at all wet.
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Tuesday, August 4, 2009
WORX WG901.1 18-Volt Cordless 3-Piece Outdoor Tool Combo Kit With Blower, String Trimmer & Hedge Trimmer
Spend your time working, not searching for an available outlet, thanks to the 18-volt extended run-time rechargeable battery. The battery pack swaps easily among the tools, making for efficient and economic usage and allowing the Worx tools to go wherever you need them. Plus, the cleaner, quieter battery-operated motors make for a much more environmentally friendly alternative to loud gasoline-powered garden tools. The battery will recharge in about an hour.
Every Worx tool is designed to fit you, with angled grips and adjustable handles for maximum comfort. They're built with ErgoSum Design Technology, so you can operate them using a natural grip and stance. After the work is done, each power tool has its own wall mount for easy, out-of-the-way storage.
Trimmer Edger with Adjustable Shaft
The shaft of the trimmer/edger extends or retracts with a twist, and the handle pivots easily to go from trimming to edging in a matter of seconds. The head of the trimmer also pivots 90 degrees to make light work of sloped surfaces and gives you access to grass under low-lying branches. A fold-away guard and twin wheel set add protection and accuracy to the 10-inch cutting diameter, giving your yard a professionally manicured look.
Hedge Trimmer with 20-Inch Blade
The hedge trimmer's front handle has three adjustable positions, and the rear grip is angled for maximum comfort. The overmold soft inserts fight fatigue by absorbing vibration and make the trimmer easier to hold securely. A center-mounted battery gives the trimmer improved balance for even more accuracy and control, and the 20-inch blade reaches stray twigs and branches with ease.
Blower / Sweeper with 120 Mph of Force
The cordless convenience of the WorxAir blower/sweeper takes this handy tool everywhere but the living room. A proper grip fights fatigue by allowing you to work in a relaxed, natural position, while 120-mph air speed sweeps away debris on hard surfaces.
All three Worx Cordless Power Tools are covered by a two-year warranty.
What's in the Box
18V Cordless 2-in-1 String Trimmer and Edger, 18V Cordless Hedge Trimmer, 18V Cordless Blower/Sweeper, two 18V batteries, 1-hour rapid recharging station
18V Hedge Trimmer Specifications: | |||
No-load speed: 2400 spm | Max Cutting Diameter: 9/16" | Machine Weight: 6.8 lbs | Warranty: 2-Year Full |
Blade Length: 20" | Battery Pack: 1 x 18V/1.7 Ah Ni-Cd | Charging Time: 1 hour approx | |
18V Grass Trimmer/Edger Specifications: | |||
No-load speed: 8200 rpm | Max Cutting Diameter: 10" | Line Diameter: 0.065" | Warranty: 2-Year Full |
Cutting Line Length: 1x16 ft | Charging Time: 1 hour approx | Machine Weight: 6.8 lbs | |
18V Cordless Blower/Sweeper Specifications: | |||
Blower speed: 120 MPH | Charging time: 1 hour approx | Warranty: 2-Year Full | |
Battery pack: 18V/1.7Ah Ni-Cd | Machine weight: 4.8 lbs |
Customer Review: WORX Yard Tools
I bought a 3in1 deal WORX brand. 1 is a weed eater & edger. 2 is a bush/hedge trimmer/shaper. 3 is a blower/sweeper. It came with 2 18 volt batteries & a charger & wall mounter. They are very light weight and adjusts to fit the person using it so you don't have to bend,etc. They are extremely easy to use & quick & no big deal about getting it out to use- no electrical cords, No pull starting for gas motors, no smells. THEY ARE GREAT!!! I am female & I can use them with arthritis & fybromyalgia, on my better days.
Customer Review: Not bad, better than expected!!
My wife both me the Worx 3 piece battery operated tools for Fathers Day. I'll start with the worst and move up. The Blower works but can't touch my existing 4cyl gas blower, so I don't use it. The trimmer, at first seemed to be not so powerful and awkward to use.That has changed, I found many adjustments for this unit that now makes it acceptable and works well. Still experimenting.... Now to the best! The hedge trimmer!! Wow, its 20inches long, very powerful for a battery unit and works as well as my old electric unit! The old electric unit went to the garbage and I just use this one. It can cut twigs that are thicker than a 1/4 inch with no problem. Very nice, not to worry about cords or gas. The package comes with two batteries, and they last and last. One good thing is that this is not a 3 in 1 tool. It is 3 different tools, and with the 2 batteries, any two tools can be used at once. Worx also sells these units as singles, in case you do not want the 3 piece package. The 3 piece package comes with a neat garage wall hanger, so you can neatly mount all three tools on any wall. In conclusion, at first I was not that impressed (except for the Hedge trimmer) but as I use these tools more and more, I'm getting more impressed with these products.
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Monday, August 3, 2009
Fujioh FVALCA30C Cherry Classic Valance Classic Valance Hood Cherry 30" - Blower not Included
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Saturday, August 1, 2009
Toro Blower Vac Replacement Vacuum Bag #51601
Customer Review: Make it tight!
These bags are good but you must be sure to pull the tightening cord as firmly as you can otherwise dust and debris blow out as you are vacuuming. I have inhaled more than my share of dust. Use a pliers to be sure it's tight when you set it up. Otherwise, they are great to use.
Customer Review: Lawn Vac Bag
Needed replacement Lawn Vac Bags, these worked great, got two which should last 10 years. Good value from Amazon.
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