Thursday, October 8, 2009

Friday, September 4, 2009

Remington BB18125A 18-Volt Cordless Electric Blower

The DESA - Remington Cordless 18 Volt Blower / Sweeper Model BB18125A the perfect tool cleaning unwanted materials from sidewalks, patios, driveways, decks and steps. The product is lightweight and balanced for ease of use. It produces a maximum 125 MPH air speed. Effective on blowing all material types from surfaces. It features 1 18 Volt batteries that provide adequate run time to sweep hard surfaces on most 1/2 acre properties. The sleek, ergonomic design allows for easy use and reduced fatigue. The rubber primary grip handle provides optimal comfort during use and the convenient secondary handle allows for added control. The on/off switch is easily accessible. The (1) 18 Volt Ni-Cad battery pack is fully interchangeable with all Remington Cordless hand held products. It comes with a 2-year limited warranty.
Customer Review: Didn't last long
I purchased this unit from Menards last summer. It's not a strong leaf blower but if you need something portable for light jobs then this unit theoretically would do the job. The problem I'm seeing with mine is the battery no longer makes good contact. My unit really has very little use and I was quite dissapointed when it failed. The battery warranty is just 6 months and although it failed within that mark I didn't get it taken care of. I'm sure it's just a defective battery. My fear is that they are all poorly designed batteries and do I want to drop $40 on a replacement or just toss the whole unit and buy something I can trust for $80. I'm rambling. Point is this is an off-brand tool and lots of people are complaining about poor quality. Do your homework before buying this product.
Customer Review: Light duty blower
This blower - I'd rather call it an air broom - is compact and well built. The battery removal and installation is a quick and convenient. The charger attaches to the detached battery with a slide clip. The air broom performs well after the battery is fully changed but the blowing force drops off fairly quickly after about 10 minutes of use. This air broom is effective for light duty tasks such as when the material to be moved isn't heavy, sticky, or wet. This "blower" is no match for the corded blower models however is quick and easy to use for light duty cleaning tasks. Buy it if you want to use it for moving dust or easily moved leaves and grass. Anything heavier then those really calls for the use a corded or gas blower.


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Sunday, August 30, 2009

Makita 24.5cc Commercial Duty 4-Stroke Gas Powered Blower #BHX2500

Powerful 24.5 cc. commercial duty engine. Quick start - low compression engine for easy starting. Large 17.7 oz. fuel tank for longer fun time. Lightweight (9.8 lbs.) for easy maneuverability.* Improved configuration for easier refueling and maintenance. Improved exhaust emissions are EPA Phase II compliant while maintaining power and performance.
Customer Review: Great but buzzy blower
Plenty of power for most jobs, starts 1st or 2nd pull, no long cord needed to clear 1000' drive through the woods as electric blower needed, and most of all, no 2-stroke smoke odor over clothing when done. Fairly quiet too (still use ear protectors though). Only shortcoming is the vibration. Acceptable, but the most I've ever seen on a blower, and need to switch hands more often than others. Weird gyroscopic action when turning it too, but more entertaining than a problem. Still my favorite blower though.
Customer Review: A Pleasure to Use
I've owned this blower for a couple of months now. I purchased it as a replacement for my old electric blower. It has plenty of power for my suburban needs. It's also quiet and runs on regular gas (no mixing gas and oil like a 2 stroke). All of these attributes are great, but the really great thing is that it starts reliably after 1 or 2 pulls just like my trusty Honda mower. Compared to the 2 strokes that I have dealt with the Robin 4 stroke in this blower is a real pleasure to work with. I would easily pay $50 extra to have the 4 stroke in this Makita. I wish their 4 stroke string trimmer was a bit cheaper. I would trade up and ditch my old Echo 2 stroke in a heartbeat if it were close to the price of this blower.


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Saturday, August 29, 2009

Cub Cadet CCBT 16-Inch Trimmer/150 MPH Blower Attachment

It's one thing to talk innovation - it's another to back it up. And at Cub Cadet, we've been backing it up for decades. How? By building riding tractors, utility vehicles, commercial mowers, and compact tractors that work harder and perform better than anything else. At Cub Cadet, we're committed to moving outdoor power equipment forward. The world around us is constantly advancing. Shouldn't the machines we use to care for it advance too?


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Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Tanaka Commercial Grade Gas Powered Large Backpack Blower Tube-Mounted Throttle 65cc 4.3 HP 2-Stroke (CARB Compliant) #TBL-7800R

Tanaka's largest blower features a 65 cc engine, 850 CFM output, and a tube-mounted throttle control switch. Great everyday commercial grade blower that can handle the bigger jobs as well. If you prefer a side-mounted throttle, check out the TBL-7800.

On March 1, 1998, Tanaka became the first two-stroke manufacturer to certify to the stringent C.A.R.B. Tier II emissions regulations. While most other manufacturers tried to fight the standard and say that it could not be done with two-stroke, Tanaka did it. Today, all Tanaka products comply with EPA phase 2 regulations and all Tanaka product groups are C.A.R.B Tier II compliant.
Customer Review: easy start, easy to use
right out of the box, easy to assemble hoses and setup. The directions were good, nice to follow. It starts right up every time and is very powerful. I like the fact that the gas cap is attached to the tank and the speed switch is comfortable. Its a little cumbersome getting it on your back until using it a couple of times. It does a great job and will blow wet leaves as well as dry.
Customer Review: Beast
This thing is a BEAST!! Great for all sorts of jobs from blowing grass clippings off your driveway to moving some heavily compacted, wet leaves. Buy some ear protection and save yourself the hassle later.


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Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Dayton 1TDP7 PSC Blower, 115 Volt

PSC Blower, Forward Curve, Direct Drive, Wheel Dia 3 15/16 In, CFM @ 0.000-In SP 146, Voltage 115, 60 Hz, Single Phase, Full Load Amps 0.75, RPM 3100, Max Inlet Temp 104 Deg F, Overall Height 5 3/4 In, Overall Width 6 5/16 In, Overall Depth 5 3/8 In, Includes Discharge Mounting Flange
Customer Review: 4C446 Dayton Grainger Shaded Pole Blower
Dayton Blower 4C446, 148 CFM, 115 V, Shaded Pole Blower, Air @ 0.000 Inch Static Pressure 148 CFM, Speed 3160, Voltage Rating 115 Volts, Current Rating 1.37 Amps, Frequency 60/50 Hertz, Thermal Protection Auto, Wheel Diameter 3-13/16", Wheel Width 2-1/2", Inlet Diameter 3-1/8", Air Flow @ 0.000 inch Static Pressure 141 CFM. Grainger Item #4C446, Type: Forward Curve, Direct Drive, Phase Single, Full Load Amps 1.54/1.37, RPM 3160, Bearing Type Sleeve, Open Dripproof Motor Enclosure, Thermal Protection Automatic Reset, Lead Length 6", has Conduit Box, Max. Inlet & Ambient Temp. 104F., Steel Housing Material, Mounting All Positions, Outlet Height 2-1/16, Outlet Width 3-1/4", Overall:: Height 5-3/4", Width 7-1/2", Depth 5-5/16", CFM@0.000-in. SP 148...CFM@0.100-in. SP 141...CFM@0.200-in. SP 135, CFM@0.300-in. SP 129, CFM@0.400-in. SP 121, CFM@0.500-in. SP 114


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Black & Decker LH5000 12 Amp Variable Speed Electric Leaf Hog Blower / Vacuum With Zipper-Less Leaf Bag

Keep your yard neat and tidy with this ultra-powerful electric three-in-one blower, vacuum, and mulcher from Black & Decker. Featuring an impressive blow speed of up to 240 MPH to tackle hard-to-remove items like wet leaves and pine needles, the #LH5000 also boasts a metal mulching impeller that condenses 16 bags of leaves into just one bag. Additionally, it supplies 385 CFM air volume for quick and easy vacuuming and mulching. For optimum control, the variable speed switch ensures you always match the air flow to the job at hand, and a generously sized, zipper-free bag keeps operation simple and efficient. For added convenience, rubber over-molded grips provide exceptional comfort, and it's a snap to transition from blower to vacuum without the need for additional tools. The #LH5000 comes with a tube with LeafBlaster nozzle, vacuum attachment with tube, zipper-less leaf bag, adjustable shoulder strap, and air concentrator.
Customer Review: Black and Decker LH5000 Electric Leaf Hog
You know, this may very well be a good product, but changing over from the blowing function to the vacuum function is a nightmare. The bag has to be added on, or removed and the blower arm etc has to be added on or removed. All depending on which functions you want. This is simple to do, but TAKES A GREAT DEAL OF TIME AND EXTRA WORK. My older blower/vacuum was just a flip of a lever. This is just way too time consuming when you are in the middle of a large project. You can't just blow and area and the suck it up. Then move on to the next little area. Really, just too time consuming.
Customer Review: Excellent product
I had a previous version of the leaf hog that I was satisfied with but when it burned out, I was in the market for another. This model is a noticeable improvement. The steel propeller is a key upgrade as is as the zipperless bag. It is relatively light weight and very powerful. I could not find this at home depot and was delighted that amazon offered it.


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