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No, but depending on your age and budget - I would consider a backpack blower. I don’t personally have one, but they are much more comfortable and you have better control.
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I have one that looks like that but it is a husqvarna. It’s been going strong for almost ten years.
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I’ve used backpacks before. But I mainly blow my driveway off after cutting grass and some leaves in the winter. Nothing heavy duty.
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I have 2 of the echo PB250 blowers. They are powerful, always start and no issues with either one for several years now. Echo has a great warranty as well.
Don't think they make this model anymore and not sure what the new model number for this blower is.
If I were to buy again I would probably go for a backpack blower. But the handle blower is quick and easy to grab and go for quick use.
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Puts sugar in his cornbread!
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Puts sugar in his cornbread!
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Fuzzy pic. I buy the cheapest ones I can find. Use the premix True Fuel and it’ll last forever. I use 40:1.
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I went battery and wish I did it 10 yrs ago. EGO 650cfm.
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I’ve used backpacks before. But I mainly blow my driveway off after cutting grass and some leaves in the winter. Nothing heavy duty. Get a 40V cordless for that type use. I widdled out all of my 2 cycles except for a chainsaw about 2 years ago. Haven't looked back.
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Old Mossy Horns
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I’ve had that model for about 3 years. No regrets.
Nathan Carl Goff 19 Sept 2016 - 14 Jan 2017.
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Yes I have it. Starts every time I pull on it. I only use Tru Fuel in it.
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I have a handheld RedMax. It's a very powerful machine, and also lightweight.
Edited to add - If I was buying today, I would also consider a Makita 2x18V battery unit.
Last edited by UncleHuck; 04/04/22 08:08 PM.
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