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Hitachi Bent Shaft Petrol Grass Trimmer & Blower Combo $198 (Save $131.00) @ Masters

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Hitachi Bent Shaft Petrol Grass Trimmer & Blower Combo $198 (Save $131.00) @ Masters
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anonymoususer on 29/05/2014 - 18:04 masters.com.au (499 clicks)
Last edited 29/05/2014 - 19:13 by 1 other user
Powerful and compact PureFire 2 stroke engine produces low emissions and achieves 30% less fuel consumption
S-start reduces the amount of pull force required to start the engine by up to 50%
Clutch assembly provides safety and easier starting for the user

Another one if you are after cordless and petrol free combo :
Black & Decker 18V Lithium-Ion Whipper Snipper & Blower Combo Kit - ( $149 You Save $49.00)
https://www.masters.com.au/product/100799948/black-decker-18…

Feel free to share if there are any other better bargains for trimmer, blower and hedger 18v or 36v.

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  • jv on 29/05/2014 - 18:05
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    Hitachi Bent Shaft

    What are the advantages of a bent shaft ?

    • [Deactivated] on 29/05/2014 - 18:24
      +1

      You can add attachments if you have a straight shaft ..can't do that with a bent one..I have a straight shaft and have no complaints..

      • groook on 29/05/2014 - 18:26

        Bent shaft also uses a steel cable instead of a solid driveshaft which is meant to be less durable.

        • jv on 29/05/2014 - 18:28

          I'd assume the bent one is also less efficient?

        • Vermiculite on 29/05/2014 - 18:45

          Bent shaft ones are also not good for tall people.

        • PCAviator on 30/05/2014 - 11:28

          Agree on this not being ideal for taller people. I've had a bent Shaft Ryobi 26cc trimmer for 6+ years and no problems. You can actually get attachments for the bent shaft models, although I never tried them.

          Never had any problems with power or efficiency with the bent shaft Ryobi. It cuts/trims just as well as my old man's straight shaft Stihl. Straight shaft are a lot heavier too and can be more cumbersome, but better for vertical edging as has been suggested here.

          It's a compromise but if you are only ever going to trim grass around edges etc, you'll have no problems with the power/efficiency.

  • strat on 29/05/2014 - 18:29
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    Item Subtotal $198.00
    Total Includes $15.73 GST $173.00
    Delivery Subtotal $0.00
    Promotions -$25.00

    Don't forget you can use coupon SAVE25 on anything over $150 to bring this down to $173

    Might need to enter Everyday Rewards number

  • sillyhead on 29/05/2014 - 20:03

    Pretty good deal really. Bent shafts ones are usually lighter, can be hard to use if your higher than 175cm. Hard to do vertical edges. But the units look like good quality to me.

  • AMLagonda on 29/05/2014 - 22:31

    Hmmm need this pack for the Missus…… Cut the grass and blow.

  • hotwinter on 29/05/2014 - 23:56

    Aren't they Tanaka? For this price you won't get anything better!

    • PCAviator on 30/05/2014 - 11:34

      Not sure. Their higher-end, more expensive models likely are associated. If this one is the same quality as Tanaka, then it's the bargain of the year!

  • PCAviator on 30/05/2014 - 11:30

    Just purchased this at Masters Online with $25 discount EDR code (thanks). While this looks like a lower-end Hitachi tool, I am sure it will do the job. Just wish it came with a flatter nozzle attachment too for a wider air pattern. Not too keen on round nozzles. Maybe I can heat and flatten it a little on the end, unless someone knows of another brand/model flat nozzle that will directly fit?

    • bargainhuntaa on 30/05/2014 - 15:47

      Have you used it yet? The trimmer is only 21.1 cc is that powerful enough? Any review/feedback would be much appreciated.

  • anonymoususer on 30/05/2014 - 11:52

    Sorry but off topic question. .. have u guys seen any good deals on hedger ?

  • bargainhuntaa on 30/05/2014 - 12:37

    I just registered for the EDR and still the code does not seem to work. Has anyone got a clue why?

    • PCAviator on 30/05/2014 - 12:50

      Registered on masters first with your EDR code? Maybe it takes a few days before they associate your EDR account.

      • bargainhuntaa on 30/05/2014 - 13:01

        Thanks mate. I registered on masters first with the edr. It works then. All I need is wish cards on a discount to make the deal sweeter.

        • PCAviator on 30/05/2014 - 13:08

          Yeah I tried to also apply the 5% discount for registering on Masters, but it wouldn't allow stacking of codes. Didn't have any wish cards :(

  • PCAviator on 01/06/2014 - 22:26

    Had a chance to run the Blower from this combo deal today. Kicked over no problems and even at half-throttle (I was running it in) there was good airflow and power. If things keep going smoothly, this looks to be a decent tool.

    I have done an unboxing and overview video of this very item you can watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d-ZYeds3A — Hope it helps!

    Not yet unboxed the trimmer.

    • bargainhuntaa on 02/06/2014 - 12:36

      Good work with the video mate. Are you running it on a 50:1 mix? I got valvoline 2T oil from big w.. is that suitable? Im running it on approx 40:1 mix. And also is the choke supposed to be on while the motor is running?

      • PCAviator on 02/06/2014 - 14:51

        Not sure exactly what 2T oil is formulated for? Is that motorcycle oil? If it doesn't specifically state use for outdoor/garden 2-stroke air-cooled engines, I would be cautious. It may be ok, but I'd rather grab a small bottle of 2-stroke oil made for the task - it's cheap enough. Any known oil brand will do the job.

        I'd recommend running on a 25:1 ratio to begin with. You want extra lube during the run-in period… Run it the first few times at max half-throttle and don't rev it when its cold. Manual states anything from 25:1 to 50:1. Go for 25:1 to start with for the first few tanks. If you plan to use the blower mostly at full throttle, stick with 25:1 or 30:1 thereafter. If you want to go easy on the throttle and not plan on using it full -throttle all the time, you can drop the ration to 50:1 (but use a good quality oil at 50:1).

        After the run-in on mine, I'm going to use somethin in the order of 35:1 as a regular ratio.

        This has been satisfactory for my other half-dozen 2-stroke garden tools for many years.

        • bargainhuntaa on 02/06/2014 - 16:13

          Thanks for replying. Yes the oil is formulated for 2 stroke garden tools. I would be using it full throttle after a little while, once the engine is run in. Also i read somewhere that its best to use any air cooled 2 stroke motor at full throttle?
          I might go with 25:1 on the line trimmer.

        • PCAviator on 01/07/2014 - 13:30

          Sorry for the delay in replying. Yep that Valvoline oil should be fine. Re using 2-stroke engines at full throttle… I wouldn't recommend that all the time. It's true that 2-stroke engines don't mind running full throttle, possibly because they don't like running at the idle end for too long as you can get a build-up of oil on the plugs over time, but I've never run a 2-stroke at full throttle except for very small bursts and only when needed. Best to run them at 3/4 throttle for normal use in my opinion. I've always enjoyed long 2-stroke engine life following this rule. You can full throttle it now and then. Just make sure the engine has warmed up properly first before you hit the throttle hard, and only keep it wide open for no more than 20-30 seconds. Again, this is just my experience. If you are going to run full throttle a good portion of the time, definitely stick with 25:1 no matter what. You will need that extra lube. If like me you run mostly in the 50-75% throttle range, you can go to 50:1 but I usually always add extra oil anyway at about a 35:1 ratio as standard. They say adding too much oil can foul the plugs… This is true, but the plugs still take quite a long time to foul up in this arrangement (assuming your engine is running efficiently and tuned to begin with). I'd suggest 25:1 for the first 10 hours of use, then you can drop to 35:1 thereafter. Only stick with 25:1 if you wish to run full throttle all the time, but expect less engine life in general.

        • bargainhuntaa on 01/07/2014 - 18:49

          Thanks PCAviator. I have been running my tools on approx 30-35:1 mix. lately they haven't been getting a lot of action due to weather. I read somewhere that running a two stroke engine on full throttle lets more air through the carby and thus is good. i am not an expert on this matter. I am only stating what i faintly remember reading.
          I really like the trimmer, i have used a hired stihl trimmer before and this was just as grunty. the line feed mechanism is really nice. I will have to look at the second part of your video. thanks again PCAviator.

        • PCAviator on 01/07/2014 - 23:38

          Im just going from my experience using all kinds of 2-stroke motors. I haven't even blown one up yet or had any engine related issues. Still recommend only very ocassionally running full throttle, i.e. only when you really need to. The throttle mechanism is going to regulate the air flow depending on its position. Yes, at full throttle, its going to let more air in. It works on Bernoulli's principle. The throttle controls the air flow, and hence the pressure. Its the air pressure that sucks up the volume of fuel. So the throttle kind of controls the mix in a sense. Having more air in a carburetor probably doesn't matter. On a properly running engine, the fuel/air mix will be just right for any throttle position. Just keep running at 30-35:1 fuel/oil ratio, and in normal use, just go for 50-75% throttle. Sure, open it up to full throttle every now and then for 15-30 seconds if you like, but its not really needed. 2-stroke engines are pretty robust if looked after properly. The worst thing you can do to a 2-stroke engine is starve it of oil, or run it full throttle straight out of the box. Hence why a "run-in" period at half throttle or less is recommended to maintain the long life of your engine. All those moving parts need to be run-in so they seat themselves for the smoothest operation. This seating of parts is aided by the extra oil used during the run in period. It's like any engine… you rev the crap out of it all the time, or too often, it's not going to last. Take it easy and it will generally last a heck of a lot longer, and with far fewer problems along the way.

    • PCAviator on 01/07/2014 - 13:31

      For the record, there is now a Part 2 to the above video which I am sure can be easily found using the Part 1 link above.

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