Looking for a good corded string Weed trimmer - w/ bump feed (Page 1/2)
CoolBlue87GT AUG 28, 08:33 PM
My current weed trimmer was a cheap Toro that finally died the other day in a blaze of glory complete with smoke and sound effects after 20+ years of service.

I see now a days companies created models with auto line feed, which many of the reviews most people hate, as it run out of line very fast. My old one was a bump feed, worked well, I could go all season on one spool.

Does anyone know of a good corded bump feed trimmer that is on the market ? I've searched Amazon and can't seem to find one.

If anyone knows of one, please let me know. Thanks in advance.
IMSA GT AUG 28, 09:29 PM
See if this will do it for you. It's not bump feed but push button feed on the handle.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/CR...g-Trimmer/1001459516
williegoat AUG 28, 10:38 PM
I have owned a few string trimmers of various designs over the years and I have decided that there are a couple of things that I like and a couple of things that annoy me.

Like you, I like the bump feed. Also, I like big line, like .080 and I won’t buy a trimmer only takes pre-loaded spool.

I prefer the motor at the top of the handle. Even though this design might weigh a little more, it is easier to balance and feels lighter because the weight isn’t way out on the far end.

I don’t like electric trimmers because there is no throttle control. They are either off or full speed.

There are several brands that share removable attachments such as brush cutters, edgers, pole saws, etc. This makes for a versatile tool. Troy Bilt is one of those brands, but there are others.

I have a Troy Bilt TB525cs that has served me well for many years. It is a four stroke and you can get carb kits on ebay and amazon for a few dollars and complete carbs for less than $20.

edit: Mine is not a Toro, but a Troy Bilt.

edit#2: Damn! I just looked on the internet and they are now nearly $300!

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CoolBlue87GT AUG 28, 11:57 PM

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Originally posted by IMSA GT:

See if this will do it for you. It's not bump feed but push button feed on the handle.
https://www.lowes.com/pd/CR...g-Trimmer/1001459516



Thanks for the response, I saw that one earlier today, the reviews were not so good. I guess the manufactures decided to reinvent the bump feed design thinking they had a better idea. lol
theogre AUG 29, 12:55 AM
Auto feeders aren't so bad if kept running between spots. I've used many types including bump feeds.
Many times if cutting near/on fences etc... The auto feeds aren't fast enough to counter fast wear or breaking of the end. So have to turn on/off 2 or more times to reach the line cutter on them.

Some Auto feeders have add-ons to not feed...
Example: Many Ryobi 18V can take 2-in-1 Pivoting Fixed Line and Bladed Head AC052N1
The Blades work best cutting thicker weed not near fence rocks & concrete that wear/break them.

Buy extra string.
Can buy extra spools too. Often is prewound but can reload then have extra handy.
You likely "barf" @ price of loaded spools now but buy 1 time then reload w/ any string very cheap.

I often only use 1 spool per season. Maybe 2. and the Ryobi 18v only use 9feet of string to reload.
Still have extras to switch in seconds.

I reload several empties @ one time and found ways to make a drill to wind them too. In this case, spool fits on a socket and use a socket/hex adapter for the drill.

If live in dry areas... extra string can "go bad" but drop it in water over night restore it.
I live near ocean and never had this problem because high humidity and have a "lifetime" of string sitting in the garage. Get it super cheap or free from flea markets etc.

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ray b AUG 29, 11:51 AM
love my 40v ryobi it has speed control and 2 ranges but low is fast and powerful
was a crazy craig's list deal new but less then the inc battery price
likely fell of a truck but cheap at 65

it will wack anything
williegoat AUG 29, 01:58 PM

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Originally posted by ray b:

love my 40v ryobi it has speed control and 2 ranges but low is fast and powerful
was a crazy craig's list deal new but less then the inc battery price
likely fell of a truck but cheap at 65

it will wack anything


Is that this one?
https://www.ryobitools.com/.../details/46396024237

It looks like it has everything I like, will work with all of my attachments and is only $180.

Is the speed control good? Can it go really slow? I like slow because it doesn't kick up rocks and the string lasts a lot longer.

I wouldn't have to buy gas and rebuild the carb every year.

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fredtoast AUG 29, 02:35 PM

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Originally posted by williegoat:

I prefer the motor at the top of the handle. Even though this design might weigh a little more, it is easier to balance and feels lighter because the weight isn’t way out on the far end.





This makes a big difference. But where I live now I can reach everything with a 100' cord so I just go electric. Lighter, but they also usually just use the thinnest line.

Also long zip ties will work if you run out of string. I live 20 minutes from the nearest store that sells refill.
maryjane AUG 30, 07:45 AM
I guess I need to find one myself. I'm still using my big Stihl, with the big handlebars and enough CCs to run a brush cutting sawblade or string spool. Waay overkill for where I live now. Yep, a 100' extension cord would reach anywhere I need to trim too, and I'm not particular about brands other than Stihl but IMO, Troy should never bilt a damn thing. Once upon a time they were good but now JUNK!
CoolBlue87GT AUG 30, 08:35 AM
Have 100 foot cord also, I tote the generator & electric yard tools on a little trailer behind the lawn tractor.
Pic shows the trimer that died.

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