McLane Gas Edger/Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA) Review

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(More customer reviews)I have had my McLane edger since 1974. The new ones are built virtually the same as mine with the exception of different wheels. I have had no problems with mine at all. If you take care of things, they will take care of you. I have used this edger just about every Saturday since 1974 and it performs great. I have seen no engineering problems like the previous poster said. Maybe his was assembled incorrectly. Very dependable edger and it will probably last me the rest of my life.

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Sold as one unit. (1 unit = each.) 3.5 hp Briggs & Stratton. Single lever blade clutch & depth control system. 4 wheel chassis with 1/4" steel frame. Wheels- 8" ball bearings. Variable speed throttle control. Cutterhead 5/8" dia. shaft with solid steel flanged pulley. 2' x 9" blade. Debris sweep deflector. Enclosed belt pulley deflector. Replacement blade(SKU #70230). Boxed. Manufacturer number: 801-3.5RP-CA. SKU #: 70227. Country of origin: (TBA). Distributed by McLane Mfg,, Inc.

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Echo CS-370 16" Gas Chainsaw Review

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(More customer reviews)I've always liked Echo products. Their engines have a lot of torque at the low end. I was also looking at Stihl, but I had a Stihl gas string trimmer that was a bear to start. The dealer assured me however that their saws start easily with the proper technique. So maybe that isn't an issue, however some of the reviews still mentioned that the Stihls were difficult to start at times. I also viewed a video of a Stihl saw cutting and it seemed very noisy. There was also another review showing the Echo to be very quiet compared to other saws. So anyway I settled on the Echo and am very pleased with the smoothness, quietiness and power of this saw. It is well balanced, fairly light, starts easily, burns clean, and cuts logs like butter. Of course at $260 it is not cheap, but worth it in my opinion.

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The CS-370 is powered by a 36.3 Power Boost engine that is certified to the highest durability rating in the industry by the E.P.A.. Its I-30 starter requires 30% less pulling effort and its Pro-fire electronic ignition makes sure the engine starts fast. The narrower bar and chain design makes cutting 30% easier than standard bar and chain widths. An automotive style heavy-duty air filter and G-Force Engine Air Pre-cleaner protects the engine vital components from harmful dust and debris.

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Echo CS-400 18" Gas Chainsaw Review

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(More customer reviews)I have owned this saw for about three months now, and am amazed at how great this saw is. My Dad has 200 acres of wooded land, and all year long, I along with my family members get firewood from this. My siblings have different types of saws all 20" bars. They have Poulan, Mcculloch, Homelite, and Stihl. I put this saw to the test against these other guys and it wasn't even close! Plenty of power, lightweight, nice balance, and fairly quiet. These weren't small trees either, some were up in the 25" diameter range. By the end of the day, everybody was wanting to use mine. It just doesn't get any nicer than this one. I was able to get this particular model for 300 clams, and would pay twice as much to own it after using it. Believe me that I'm not using this just a couple times a year around the house. I get TONS of firewood and use this saw all year long, and will not be looking to get another saw for at least 5 years because of there great warranty. Thanks Echo for making my family jealous - now I'm not the black sheep anymore!UPDATE 6/22/09
WELL MY SAW HAS BEEN IN THE SHOP FOR 2 MONTHS NOW, WITH A BLOWN TOP ENGINE. REPAIR MAN TOOK IT APART AND SENT PICTURES TO ECHO AND THEY SAID THAT I DID NOT USE THEIR OIL AND WRONG MIXTURE. AND NOW THEY ARE NOT GOING TO COVER IT. AS YOU CAN SEE IN MY REVIEW THAT I HAVE WORKED WITH ALL KINDS OF SAWS AND SMALL ENGINES, AND FOR THEM TO TELL ME THAT I DON'T HAVE THE RIGHT MIXTURE IS BS. THANKS ALOT ECHO FOR STICKING ME FOR $300 AND WIGGLING OUT OF IT, YOU HAD A SOLD PERSON HERE, BUT NOW I'M GOING TO DRAG YOU THROUGH THE MUD. BYE BYE ECHO - HELLO STIHL!!!!

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This lightweight but powerful saw will handle tough chores. Easily adjustable chain and removable air filter makes maintenance a breeze.

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