My favorite trimmer hands down is the Maruyama B30L. It also comes in a turbo version with a 1.9:1 gear reduction. They've been redesigned with a new throttle grip and off off switch and the newest model number is B300L.

I've had the Husky 525 LST and LS but I don't think they're available anymore, only the Mark 2 version. I've also had the Stihl FS 94R and FS 111RX and the only Stihl I can recommend out of these two is the 94. I just flat out don't like 4-Mix.

I had the 2620 and 2620T but they had way too much vibration and I absolutely despise the throttle grip.

 

My favorite trimmer hands down is the Maruyama B30L. It also comes in a turbo version with a 1.9:1 gear reduction. They've been redesigned with a new throttle grip and off off switch and the newest model number is B300L.

I've had the Husky 525 LST and LS but I don't think they're available anymore, only the Mark 2 version. I've also had the Stihl FS 94R and FS 111RX and the only Stihl I can recommend out of these two is the 94. I just flat out don't like 4-Mix.

I had the 2620 and 2620T but they had way too much vibration and I absolutely despise the throttle grip.

My favorite trimmer hands down is the Maruyama B30L. It also comes in a turbo version with a 1.9:1 gear reduction. They've been redesigned with a new throttle grip and off off switch and the newest model number is B300L.

I've had the Husky 525 LST and LS but I don't think they're available anymore, only the Mark 2 version. I've also had the Stihl FS 94R and FS 111RX and the only Stihl I can recommend out of these two is the 94. I just flat out don't like 4-Mix.

I had the 2620 and 2620T but they had way too much vibration and I absolutely despise the throttle grip.

I have never heard of this brand before? I checked their site and the trimmers look good, actually impressive. There doesn't seem to be a dealer anywhere close to me. I did notice their throttle grip design as well. Looks like decent ergonomics. They manufacture their own engine as well. I honestly noticed more vibration in my old Ech SRM-230U than with either of my 2620's. Regardless some is still present. What is Maruyama's design differences to reduce vibration?

 

We used red max bczs3060 for years and recently they have been difficult to get our hands on when needing replacement so we tried the red max bcz260ts. I was very skeptical at first but everyone loves them. They are powerful and lightweight. My only complaint is that they are a little short for me being as tall as I am.

 

We’re also using the 260s but have some 230s mixed in, which is lighter and does the same thing.
We run the guards on all of our trimmers and we run E-0 in all of our equipment

 

I run the Echo 2620T and I love it, never had single issue. Cranks on 3rd pull cold. After that it cranks on 1st pull every time. I've been running Black Diamond .095 and love it.

Have you ever considered a Darwin’s Grip. It the best thing you can do to make using a string trimmer easier. Eliminates back pain from standing in hunched over position. I would never use a trimmer again without a DG.

Watch video at link below

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Darwin's Grip 6.1 Trimmer Handle. | IN-STOCK | Extension handles for your stick equipment. | NEXT DAY SHIPPING | Darwin's Grip 6.1's | Official Site | NEXT DAY SHIPPING | www.darwinsgrip.com

Picture of my 2620T with DG installed.

 

I run the Echo 2620T and I love it, never had single issue. Cranks on 3rd pull cold. After that it cranks on 1st pull every time. I've been running Black Diamond .095 and love it.

Have you ever considered a Darwin’s Grip. It the best thing you can do to make using a string trimmer easier. Eliminates back pain from standing in hunched over position. I would never use a trimmer again without a DG.

Watch video at link below

Darwin's Grip 6.1's | Official Site | NEXT DAY SHIPPING | www.darwinsgrip.com
Darwin's Grip 6.1 Trimmer Handle. | IN-STOCK | Extension handles for your stick equipment. | NEXT DAY SHIPPING | Darwin's Grip 6.1's | Official Site | NEXT DAY SHIPPING | www.darwinsgrip.com

Picture of my 2620T with DG installed.
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Ditto on the 2620T. Workhorse and easy starter even in the heat.

 

sounds like you work for them to me

 

Believe what you choose. Feel free to to contact DG and inquire from them if I'm affiliated with them or if they've ever heard of me. It's hard for me to believe that someone would imply that I'm an outright lier.

 

I can't wait to see the response to this.

 

I use a stihl 56 now. Thinking of going to kombi system. How does it compare to a dedicated trimmer?

 

Dedicated light weight string trimmer and a kombi system for everything else. Km131 will never let you down.

 

I was curious about the 2620T but ended up buying 2620's with handlebars, the D ring, and a PAS with curved edger. Plus a PB-2620. All the same engine, mostly the same parts, so the maintenance is a bit easier. The power/torque of the this engine is great. Cant say that I have needed the increase torque of the 2620T They do run a bit "thirsty" on gas though. More so than my old SRM-230U.

 

Echo 2620. (Running two.) I decided against the 2620T. I had originally planned for one of each this year.
They replaced an STM2100 and an SRM210 which are on backup. Also run the PB2620. We like Echo and Husqvarna equipment.

On the locked up trimmer; sounds like you didn’t have good oil or maybe the wrong mix.

Red Armor oil.

 

I've found I only really need the power of the km131 when using ground engagement attachments like the bed redefiner.

 

I do a fair amount of tilling and bed redefining with mine, thus my preference of the km131

 

Ok I just spent 65 bucks on a Darwin grip for my Echo 2620. Hopefully i can do more weed whacking without tiring out with it. 10 percent discount code is growit10. This trimmer is the best out there as far as performance and starting.

 

Make sure you install your DG correctly and keep tweaking until you get it dialed in for your height..Arms should be practically straight when standing straight up. Used my 2620T today with DG, runs flawlessly.

I'm getting flak for frequently speaking positive about the DG. After you use it please share your impressions, positive or negative.

 

The latest version of the original has an adjustment knob instead of the Allen key style.

 

KM130/131's are the only way to go for me, for trimming and everything else

And no guard of course (I use an edger attachment and almost never edge with the line attachment)

 

Cordless. Nuff said.


























Hehehe
I had to do it!

 

Cordless. Nuff said.


























Hehehe
I had to do it!

Really? When the site is already known for being slow you pull a trick like this? I waited quite a while for your pic to load 😏 😆

 

Actually..this is the new version coming out of the Darwin’s Grip…

 

Actually..this is the new version com out of the Darwin’s Grip…
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That might be uglier than a bowling shoe. I would definitely have to hit that with some flat black paint before I put it on my trimmer.

 

I just spoke to the owner of DG and he sent me the following information about the Pro series. He said he would have a video later explaining how the Pro model is different than the original.

The pro series comes with a brace that doubles as a pre-cut line holder, hi-vis yellow, stronger vise with a quick release lever. It also will lay down flat against the trimmer for storage. It will ship with a blister pack to hang on the wall as well. The video explaining the upgrades and will be out soon.

 

Sounds like decent upgrades but the color is obnoxious, lol.

 

Sounds like $65 I don’t need to spend.

 

My pick for the best daily string trimmer is the husqvarna 525ls or lst

 

Do they start well once hot and after heavy running for a while? We had a Husq rep in our dealership a couple years back wanting us to take on the line. He was as pompous as they come! Unfortunately, he didn't realize he was doing himself and his products a disservice, lol.

 

Beat trimmer thread turned into everyone buying and talking about an over priced handle. 🙄

 

Lol. It seems like a cool idea... for a problem that I never noticed. I'll have to pay attention this next week to see if I am hunched while trimming. I'd try one if it was half the price, but almost $70! I agonize over a $30 purchase... maybe more of a problem for taller guys with shorter trimmers. I had to hunch over with a curved shaft husky a couple years ago, maybe a back saver for that.
Would you guys recommend T models or not? At this point I'm leaning towards an Echo 2620 flavor.

 

New 6.1 versus old steel version. If like the lightness of the aluminium shaft and the quick adjust knob. My old one just spins within the holder

 

New 6.1 versus old steel version. If like the lightness of the aluminium shaft and the quick adjust knob. My old one just spins within the holder

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The red really clashes with the orange. They should have just made it black and white.

 

The only time I might switch my hand to the OEM loop is if I'm trimming a serious slope in front of me (where the DG would put my hand unnecessarily high). Or if I'm using it to edge.

 

Oh I did have to place the mount further down on the shaft compared to the old design to get the same grip location.

 

i am going against the grain and using a tanaka mid sized and a marurama 230 . i dont like any of the newer offerings from any of the big boys. still have 4 old shindys from the 90,s from back when shindy was the best you could buy

 

I had a Tanaka 25cc built I believe but Deere branded strait edger from '08 till this spring. Good unit over all. Power was great, so was the starting. Unfortunately it always had a bit of a vibration I could never remedy. The D ring loop was coated with crappy foam that eventually dry rotted and slowly fell off.

 

I use an Echo PAS-2620, and I love it. I have always been an Echo guy, and likely will be as long as they keep putting out quality 2-stroke equipment.

 

I have used Shindaiwa for years…. Like the T282 made in Japan . Don’t care for the newer shindaiwa or Red Max. Don’t make them like they used to. I just bought a Maruyama 300 trimmer and adding a 300 turbo along with a new backpack blower. Made in Japan and 5 year warranty.

 

On the subject of best string trimmer, i've been less than thrilled with my new Stihl FS94. It's needed carb adjustments since day 1, and has no high speed carb jet to allow for adjustment. As a consequence, it runs poorly by comparison to other 2-cycles. Absolutely no part throttle performance. It's either WOT, or wants to bog down & nearly die. It is light though. And I do appreciate the "always on" ignition. That said, I wish I'd have bought something else.

If I switch brands, I think I might roll the dice on the Maruyama. I can't remember reading anything but praise for them, which is really saying something these days...

(Edit: Later posts have proven that I'm incorrect about the lack of high-speed jet.)

 

If I switch brands, I think I might roll the dice on the Maruyama. I can't remember reading anything but praise for them, which is really saying something these days...

I bought my first Shindaiwa trimmer 30 years ago and have never owned anything else but I've been thinking about buying a Maruyama trimmer to try something different. I've had the their BL9000 blower for 6? years and it's been solid.