Another day another tool, was looking at a line trimmer deal from Dewalt and came across this deal from Bunnings.
I personally have used the blower and think that it provides great value. For this price is comes with the trimmer as well which I have not tried. Thought I'd share this deal with people who might need this. Comes with battery and charger as well.
I tried using zip ties instead of the plastic blade, credits to some random guy in FB
Does that work well?
Yeah this grass trimmer is pretty crap tbh, those things fly out no matter what
Yeh guys, the trimmer isn't worth your time.
I had one of these, got frustrated at the blades repeatedly flying off and went and got myself a Ryobi 36V whipper snipper.
Does the job in half the time without the hassle of stopping to change blades, wish I had got it sooner!
Can you link where you got that part on AliExpress and guide to install it please?
Really keen to get a link to the part as well
I have the same mod but notice the end comes undone if i get too low and it touches the ground since tightening is the opposite direction to how the motor spins so I have to keep stopping and tighten it so it doesn't come apart.
Do you notice that too?
edit: with the standard, not the upgraded one.
No, the first one I used super glue because the hole was too big and it was hard to tighten it in the center.
@jimojr: Ah, i did the same and had to call an ambulance
https://youtu.be/-I1o8XvaR9k?feature=shared
Wow. Thanks for this. $2.45 shipped. Bargain!
pretty sure $99 is the regular price, not a deal
I thought this was the regular price for the blower as I purchased this before, didn't know there was the included trimmer with battery and faster charger for this price so I thought I would share for those who are in the market for a blower and a freebie.
https://www.bunnings.com.au/ozito-pxc-18v-cordless-blower-ki…
the blower you bought is a different model
The regular price for this trimmer and blower kit is $99
Cool, but even still the blowers look identical specs wise, if anything the one posted on this deal looks better than the one I purchased with an addition of split tube (not sure what this is for) and the added 2.5ah battery and fast charger is definitely a bonus over the one I bought which was a 2.0ah and regular charger.
Thanks for letting me know though didn't know it was always this price, just thought I would share this to people who are in the market for a blower + freebie. Have a good one man
pics in that one show a different charger. Not sure if it is better than what I think is the more 'standard' one.
(also gotta laugh at the pic for the kit one with the seven small leaves on the outdoor chair. "Oh look there are some leaves. I could just pick them up with one hand and put them in the bin or compost heap (etc), but I'm gonna get that blower and make them so they go on the ground under the table.")
You are correct, this is the regular price:
https://pricehipster.com/product/uFWFL7zcufeDOhhwSlLNHg~HJ1K…
Thanks for letting me know Bio
Grass trimmer uses plastic blades and is crap. Have tried hacks to get line on it but too inconvenient and inconsistent. Happy to get rid if anyone wants to buy.
Blower is basic - just gets leaves off the deck or driveway. Lasts 15 mins with the supplied battery
Agreed. Comment above about zip ties, might give that a whirl but will definitely get rid of it soon if that doesn't work
I have the line trimmer and it’s great for small-medium jobs, but on a larger yard I’d do it in stages or want a better trimmer
i’ve got both, but never had any issues. When the plastic blade is very worn down, then it will fly off, but that is just a sign for me to replace the blade, never get a fresh one flying off. if you’re careful and not grind it again the fence, then the blade will not wear as fast and not fly off.
battery life never been an issue, as i have the mower if it does run out (happened once or twice) use whatever juice is left in the mower batteries.
If you really want a whipper snipper I'd probably recommend against this one. I've had one for years and while it gets the job done, using actual line is far more efficient. It runs way better on a 4ah battery too.
Is it really that bad 👎
Ill be honest, for a quick tidy up this thing is great. I have a brushcutter with blade for heavy stuff, but this has been great for maintenance without the fuel and noise.
And yes, normal pricing
Agree with all the comments here on plastic tabs flying off. An exercise in frustration. Have tried cheap tabs, Bosch tabs, and all lead to the same result. You'll find them flung all around the garden too. Cheap, yes - but will be the first thing I upgrade in garden kit.
Anyone in Sydney want the grass trimmer + 2.5ah battery and fast charger for $69? I'm only interested in the blower skin
The grass trimmer is fine as long as you do not hit anything hard like a wall or cement path or fence. It has it's uses. When I do the path or trim close to the path or do the weeds I use a line trimmer. It would be best used for a regularly maintained lawn, if it is overgrown forget it, you need a petrol based trimmer. For edges forget that too, only if maintaining an edge, not making it. Small lawn too.
The bigger trimmer is never on special. I have this one and its nice but those plastic blades does suck a bit