String Trimmer Recommendation

 I want to purchase a gas powered string trimmer for my 1.4 acre lawn.  I do
not have a lot of tough stuff, but need to trim grass and small weeds around
trees, fences, etc.  I am considering the Troy-Built TB25CS and the Yard-Man
YM26CS.  Since both are made by the same company I assume there are of
similar quality.  The main difference I see is the TB has a 31 cc 2 cycle
engine and the YM has a 26 cc 4 cycle engine.  Each is available for $109
and each weighs 15 pounds.. The TB is highly rated by CR and claims easy
starting but I prefer a 4 cycle so I don't have to fool with mixing oil and
gas. Does anyone know if the YM  is easy to start?  I don't have the
strength or time to fiddle with a hard to start engine.  Any information or
recommendation would be appreciated.

 I don't know about either on e you mentoned but I have 2 Steihl's and
love them. Easy to start and light. Real workhorses.


From Mel & Donnie in Bluebird Valley    

      



http://community.webtv.net/MelKelly/TheKids

    get you a straight shaft echo trimmer at home depot. they are 2
stroke though. and use echo oil mix .

http://www.minibite.com/america/malone.htm

 Who is going to fix it at HD if something goes wrong?
Buy from a Servicing Dealer.
JD

 Places like Home Depot, Lowes and Wal-mart outsource warranty work. Getting
repairs is a hassle and takes longer but you can take it back to be
repaired.