4/30/2012

Poulan/Weed Eater 952711602 Centrex RH 0.065-Inch Replacement Spool for RTE115 Review

Poulan/Weed Eater 952711602 Centrex RH 0.065-Inch Replacement Spool for RTE115
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The only redeeming factor as I see it, is that the thing CAN be filled with a purchased twine you can also buy from Amazon. Two-hundred feet for only a few bucks beats the heck out of paying eight to ten dollars for one of these refills. When the one that came with my Weed Eater literally ran out before finishing my yard ONCE, I was concerned; but figured, okay, maybe it's just that they short you on the one that comes with the product. After installing the second one, it DID last longer... it ran out toward the end of its SECOND use.
By the THIRD one, I had learned NOT to try to do a very tight trim all around my yard, which while not large, is not exactly small when you consider all the edging AND trimming I must do. I figure this one ALMOST lasted through three uses, but that still isn't enough for Louisiana lawns. I can't afford to purchase about fifteen to twenty of these things each growing season, so I bought the 200 feet for less than the cost of one of these things and hope the cartridges have enough life in them to where I need to replace IT once or twice a summer.
The only reason it didn't get TWO is the fact that you CAN refill it with separate twine (make sure it's .065 and the Weed Eater brand is very fairly priced.) Another drawback to these autofeed reels is that they sometimes get cut too short--and it seems you're not getting anything done. At least two or three times a job, I have to turn the thing off, and literally pull the twine back out to where it at least reaches the edge of the edger guide. Then at other times it literally clips the twine so fast that, beyond any reason I can find... the twine is all gone! It does the job, but be prepared to make occasional adjustments. If you don't mind replacing the spool every 3 or 4 jobs (maybe 5 or 6 IF you have a relatively small yard, and/or don't do much edging or triming), then go for the spools, they are a snap to replace--just a bit pricey on this end here in Louisiana--no way I'm going into hock for some $140-$180 each summer to replace twine--at that rate, I could just pay someone else to do the job and save me the aggravation. Use the replacement twine and it's a bargain--if you have the patience to hand wind it.

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Poulan 952711602 .065" Replacement StringPoulan Pro, Poulan, Weed Eater and McCulloch are leaders in the outdoor power industry with broad product offerings to meet every homeowner's need. Our extensive lineup includes riding mowers, walk-behind mowers, string trimmers, chain saws, leaf blowers, hedge trimmers, tillers, snow throwers and generators. We meet your lawn and garden needs for every job in every season.Poulan 952711602 .065" Replacement String Features;; Replacement string for Poulan Pro RTE115 trimmer; Offers maximum reliability and eliminates the hassle of having to wind a spool; .065" diameter; 25' spool

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4/29/2012

139245 Idler Pulley, Heavy Duty Replacement, Craftsman, Sears, Poulan, Husqvarna, Wizard Review

139245 Idler Pulley, Heavy Duty Replacement, Craftsman, Sears, Poulan, Husqvarna, Wizard
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This pulley is a replacement for a plastic one that came on the Sears lawn tractor. What a difference having a pulley made from steel makes. No longer any vibrations or jerky starts.

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4/28/2012

Original Sears Craftsman Husqvarna Part # 418168 AXLE ASM.WEL Review

Original Sears Craftsman Husqvarna Part # 418168 AXLE ASM.WEL
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I purchased this item to fix my mower and it was a perfect match. Works very well and the cost was below anywhere else I could find. Well built item and I don't see any future issues with this. Well pleased.

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4/27/2012

Suncast GS2000BW Horizontal Utility Shed Review

Suncast GS2000BW Horizontal Utility Shed
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After years of looking at my trash cans through my back window I decided
I would purchase this utility shed and keep the cans in there. Much better view. Easy to put together and very sturdy. Cleans off nicely. I'm thinking of buying another one to store outdoor cushions.

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4/26/2012

Snapper Rear Rider Twin replacement grass bag. Bag ONLY Review

Snapper Rear Rider Twin replacement grass bag. Bag ONLY
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The bag that I ordered was not as advertised - it did not fit on my Snapper mower -and when I returned it, they never credited me with what I paid. So I have no bag and no refund.

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4/25/2012

Toro Rear Catcher replacement grass bag. Bag ONLY Review

Toro Rear Catcher replacement grass bag. Bag ONLY
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I ordered one of these bags from Humbolt and was disappointed to find it didn't even have the two mounting slots in the front to install the steel bag frame for my Toro 8-32 mower. I called Humbolt customer to explain the problem and was promised they would look into the problem and get back to me. I never got a response from them. So, I spent $25. including shipping for a "replacement" grass bag I can't install! Buyer beware!

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4/24/2012

Troy-Bilt Pony Electric Start 16-Inch 250cc 4-Cycle Briggs & Stratton 1100 Series Garden Tiller Review

Troy-Bilt Pony Electric Start 16-Inch 250cc 4-Cycle Briggs and Stratton 1100 Series Garden Tiller
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I have used my Pony Troybilt for 2 years now and I am very dissapointed. The quality of this machine is very sad.It starts fine and tills in a straight line just fine. But welds in several places have cracked with only moderate use and the battery did not even last for one season. It is a single speed machine w/ a very cumbersome reverse knob and it becomes quite difficult to get it turned around. The ergonomics are lousy now. You will need plenty of flat, level space to make turns and good upper body strength. I had a larger Troybilt tiller many years ago and it was great, but now I think after the company was bought out, they are just living off the old reputation and it is very over priced for the quality of the product.

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Our medium-frame Pony rototiller is perfect for gardens up to 1,500 square feet and large-scale to commercial application groundbreaking. With forward-rotating design, the Pony tiller is well-known for its ability to prepare finely milled, well-aerated and ready-to-plant garden beds. And it accepts optional attachments for increased garden productivity.? Forward-rotating tines for premium garden soil preparation ? Cast-iron transmission with bronze gear drive ? Standard electric start for easiest starting ? 1 forward speed with power reverse ? 16" tilling width ? 12" tine diameter ? Adjustable tilling depth up to 8" ? Just One Hand operation for easy maneuverability ? Factory-installed protective front bumper included ? 13" ag tires ? 2 year limited manufacturer's warranty - refer to online owner's manual for exclusions ? Limited lifetime warranty on transmission ? 250cc/11.0 ft-lbs gross torque* Briggs & Stratton Powerbuilt engine with 2 year manufacturer's warranty ? *ft-lbs gross torque per SAE J1940 as rated by engine manufacturer @ 3060 rpm

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4/23/2012

Replacement Starter Solenoid for Simplicity # 1685290 1685291 1686981 1700751 Review

Replacement Starter Solenoid for Simplicity # 1685290 1685291 1686981 1700751
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The original starter solenoid with Simplicity part #1685290 is NOT grounded through the base. Either the description for this part is wrong, or this part will damage your mower. Contact the seller before you purchase!
You need to be careful when replacing the starter solenoid. Most auto solenoids are grounded through the base and can not be used.
To test if your existing solenoid is grounded through the base, use a multimeter set to resistance (Ohms) and touch the base and each of the smaller posts. If either post gives you a reading of 0 (or close to 0), it is grounded through the base.

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4/22/2012

Craftsman Part # 143651, Mandrel Review

Craftsman Part # 143651, Mandrel
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Exact replacement for my 50" deck Craftsman mower. Less expensive than buying new bearings and shaft. You might think they forgot to thread the mounting holes but these are fastened to the deck using self-threading bolts. I was able to use my old bolts and threaded the holes by carefully holding the assemble in a vise (not too tight) and using a little ATF to lube the bolts while cutting new threads. Get new bolts if your old ones are rusted or corroded.

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4/21/2012

Toro 51500 Universal Leaf Collector with 8-Foot Hose Review

Toro 51500 Universal Leaf Collector with 8-Foot Hose
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There are three primary points of failure, and if you are not suspecting, you will quickly find them all.
The hose fits into a canvas sheet that will, in turn, fit over the Toro collapsing bin. The fit is achieved by pulling a drawstring and closing the bin. While in vacuum mode, there is considerable air pressure from the vac into the bag.
The first failure is that the draw is simply not enough to hold the canvas to the bin while the vac is operating. After having it pop off a dozen or so times, I came up with the idea of *clamping* the bag to the bin, using, of all things, automobile jumper cables. This worked, but the loose fit still allowed bits of leaves to be ejected around the lid.
The second point of failure is the hose - it is simply inserted into the canvas, and is held in place only by an elastic band inside the canvas sheet. Anyone who has ever messed with venting a dryer knows this simply will not work - and the air pressure here is much higher (not to mention the additional effect of the flying debris). With the lid finally secured by clamps, the hose kept popping out of place, further spewing leaf debris everywhere. The fix for this is some kind of cable tie, like what you would find on a dryer vent. Having none at hand, I simply used about a half roll of duct tape and put an end to that issue.
The third point of failure is that the hose has a small diameter and can get clogged up fast. During operation, you must make sure the hose is as straight as possible, as any kinks will cause debris to collect inside the hose.
These problems made a very difficult afternoon of it, having to stop and spend an hour or so re-engineering the equipment. I would not recommend it for that reason. Honestly, do people ever test these things before they start selling them?
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4/20/2012

109553X Interlock Switch, Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, and more. Review

109553X Interlock Switch, Craftsman, Poulan, Husqvarna, and more.
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Great switch. Has four terminals: two for normally open operation and two for normally closed operation. I was able to order these switches and rewire my very old Ransomes walk behind without needing to figure out which way the switches needed to be first. I just bought two of these switches, and was able to use them however I needed them. I was able to eliminate the stupid $100 mechanism and just use parallel and series circuits to shutdown the mower if the blades or gear is on and the handles are not depressed. Very nice.

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4/19/2012

Arnold OEM-190-182 Fast Attach Twin Bag Grass Catcher For 46-Inch MTD Tractors Review

Arnold OEM-190-182 Fast Attach Twin Bag Grass Catcher For 46-Inch MTD Tractors
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I put this product on a 46" MTD Yard Machines lawn mower in under 1 1/2 hours. It required no modifications. The part that took the longest time was changing out the cutting blades with the ones that are provided. It does an excellent job. I've had no clogging problems, but I watch the containers closely and stop when they are full. If not you will clog the chute to from the deck to the bags.

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4/18/2012

Lawn Garden/ Go kart Tire 410 x 350 x 4 2 ply Stud Tread Review

Lawn Garden/ Go kart Tire 410 x 350 x 4 2 ply Stud Tread
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These tires are great for my kids go cart. I am using them for the front tires. they have more tread then the cheaper tires and thus more grip and wear life.

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4/17/2012

Precision Products 15-Gallon 12-Volt Trailer Sprayer TCT15 Review

Precision Products 15-Gallon 12-Volt Trailer Sprayer TCT15
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I recently purchased this weed sprayer and found it quite easy to use. Assembly was quick and easy. The 12v cable is easy to string over to your garden tractor battery and the inline switch is located where you need it. The 6" wide cap on the tank is to use and allows trouble-free filling with glyphosate and water. The sprayer nozzles are also easy to adjust for wider or narrower spraying situations. My neighbors have come over to examine this trailer sprayer and impressed with it.

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The Precision Products TCT15 trailer sprayer makes larger spraying jobs a snap. Simply trail behind a tractor or other vehicle, connect to the tractor's 12-volt battery, fill the 15-gallon plastic tank, and watch as the two nozzles spray over a 7-foot coverage area. The sprayer delivers up to 60 PSI and sprays at a rate of up to 1 gallon a minute; there is also a hand wand for spot spraying. The frame is made of 12-gauge powder-coated steel, and the unit rolls on two 10-inch pneumatic tires. The tank even comes with a drain plug for quick clean ups. The sprayer comes with fully assembled and is covered by a limited 90-day warranty.--Jeffrey Dalto

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4/16/2012

12.5 Cu. Ft. High Impact Plastic Lawn and Garden Dump Cart Review

12.5 Cu. Ft. High Impact Plastic Lawn and Garden Dump Cart
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ASSEMBLY: I found assembly of this cart quite difficult for one person to accomplish. I was able to handle some of it by myself, but when it came to mounting the polly cart to the frame, I needed a second person. This is because the cart is so big, that you can't reach your hand over to hold the bolt in place, while you are slipping on the nut, underneath the outside of the cart.
NOTE: The instructions do state you need two people to assemble this, they aint kidding!
WEIGHT: I recently used this cart to haul at least 1200-pounds worth of gravel in "two loads" of course. Since gravel weighs a lot, I did not want to overload the cart so I did not fill it up heaping. I have to say, I'm impressed as the axle never bent, and nor did the tires deflate. In other words, I truly believe this cart can be loaded to its rated weight capacity of any type of material.
HAULING: I have also used this cart to haul away yard waste, if you liked your wheel barrel before for that sort of thing, your really going to like this! It holds so much more then your wheel barrel and can reduce your amount of trips to your compost pile by 50%. And because of its dump mechanism, weather yard waste or other material, makes unloading a breese.
CONCLUSION: Remember, when you go to assemble this dump cart, make sure you have a second person available. Also, do not forget to inflate the tires before each use, to at least 15-PSI. And, do not exceed the weight capacity of tires and cart together. Furthermore, if you do all that, plus grease the bearings once per year, you should not have any problems with this cart. I think these are better then the steel models and I do not have any regrets.
TIP: If you ever puncture the tires, Fix-A-Flat is the product to use to get you going again without the need of replacing the whole tire!
UPDATE! 2009
Its been nearly two years since I purchased this pull behind polly/dump tractor cart. There is some noticable cosmetic damage inside the cart due to it being polly/plastic, but cosmetics in no way impede its performance to get the job done.
I find this cart is holding up quite well, there are no holes, cracks, or breaks of any kind in the plastic. And the metal framework which holds the cart all together is also in excellent condition. The axel is still in good condition and so are the tires.
The only thing with the tires is that you have to remember to pump them up each time you use your hauling cart for a job. I have used it to haul gravel, dirt, and yard waste and have had no issues with it what so ever.
NOTE: Sears still sells these but they no longer have the Craftsman logo on them. Sears labels them as universal dump carts.

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4/15/2012

Genuine Briggs & Stratton Armature Magneto Ignition Coil Part 394891 Review

Genuine Briggs and Stratton Armature Magneto Ignition Coil Part 394891
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Doing it yourself can sometimes save you money on mower repair
My mower--Murry Select Widebody Lt Model 42591x8b-- died quickly while pulling a cart-load of wood. It was like a power outage in the house. It died fast and I knew it was electrical. I started pulling covers off and saw the magneto. It was the only thing hooked to the spark plug wires.
I ordered it on-line-- Genuine Briggs & Stratton Armature Magneto Ignition Coil Part 394891--. Amazon.com was the cheapest overall. I put it in with no luck. My mechanic friend looked at it. I found out I had it upside-down. Flipped it over and it worked like a champ. A business card was all you need to gap it.
I'm happy with the whole situation. I almost did it "All by myself."
Terry Wells
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4/14/2012

Suncast Horizontal Storage Shed Review

Suncast Horizontal Storage Shed
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Our family bought some new patio furniture this year, and now we have 4 chair cushions, 1 chaise lounge cushion, and 3 cushions that go on our new 3-person swing! Leaving them out isn't an option if you want them to stay nice, and storing them in the house or garage and bringing them out when you want to sit down isn't very practical.
So I started looking for storage chests. My husband didn't believe that Amazon would carry such items, but being a long-time Amazon-shopper, I know that it's the first place to go for info and reviews on good products to buy!
I saw that smaller storage chests are just too small. One of them had a number of reviews saying that you can't even put cushions to 4 chairs in there. I knew we needed something bigger.
We are thrilled with this storage chest. My husband said it was a pleasure to put together - ridiculously easy - no tools required and the plastic pieces just snap together! I wish I could say the same for the rest of our patio furniture! Also, this item is extremely well-made. You can open the lid, or prop the lid up with the stick provided (like a grand piano's small stick) and open the doors. You can also put a padlock on it.
This is an attractive addition to our patio and it holds our 8 cushions with room to spare!
Enjoy your summer on the patio!

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Suncast Utility Shed. Because the only thing more beautiful than your well - kept yard... ... is being able to find the tools and equipment to keep it that way! Rakes, leaf blowers, edgers, garden hoses, lawn mower... this Utility Shed by Suncast keeps it all organized and easy to find! Made with a long-lasting resin, the "stay-dry" design of this Shed guarantees your things won't get soggy when a storms blows through, while the 2-door front panel flip-open roof makes getting everything in and out a simple task. And how about set-up? Well, it goes up in a flash to save time for the real important tasks, like kicking back with an ice-cold lemonade and admiring that great-looking yard! More: Accepts a padlock for security; comfortable handle makes opening / closing easy; Built-in support for wood shelf; Measures approx. 5 1/2 x 4 x 3' d.; 71 cu. ft. capacity. Don't let that scattered mess take over your yard this summer! State Color. Order yours now! Suncast Utility Shed

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