#214

[@stevedyke639]

Stihl makes some of the best equipment out there. I have the BR600 backpack blower and it is a powerhouse

[@alittleofthisandalittleofthat]

I have a FS110 bike handle with shoulder harness. I love it. Use it with a blade some too. When I got it I also got a large spool of orange cord. It's 5 plus years old and the cord it a bit brittle. The local Stihl dealer tells me to soak it in water to replace the moisture in it where it's biodegradable. And when your eyelets get groves from the cord. Price a new complete head. Here is Canada a new complete head is the price of two eyelets. FYI :-)

[@alittleofthisandalittleofthat]

Bob Frazier works good. The blade I use looks kinda funny. You sharpen it with a chainsaw file. It's very forgiving if you hit the dirt.

[@ARKLITE881South]

Mike, your right, the 91 is a BEAST, my grand daughter bought one. I suggested she stick with the same brand Stihl. I have the older model its over 10 yrs old now and still runs like a champ. Iv'e cut standing heavy field grass 3 ft tall with no problems. Great video, and review.

[@Roadhammer33]

Nice video as always. I have the FS 55 R which I don't think they make anymore. I've had it for 8 years now and still going strong.

[@supermariodrums]

I have nothing against Stihl but I’ve somehow become an echo man as I’ve grown my power equipment collection of the past couple years. I’ve been happy even with their chainsaws. If it holds up it’s the best for the money in my eyes.

[@augustreil]

I have friends always asking me about what mower, trimmer, blower etc. they should buy and I tell them to buy what a commercial guy uses because they are the ones using and abusing the equipment everyday. They then tell me that they went to one of the big box stores and bought a bent shaft trimmer for 129.00 and want me to fix it 6 months later, cause it's junk. People, buy what a professional uses, no matter what you're doing, be it painting, lawn care, chainsaws, etc. They will last a typical homeowner their entire life, save you money and do a better job with less headaches.

[@haydengregory8275]

august that’s what I always say spend the extra money and buy something that will last not a 100 string trimmer you have to buy every other year😂😂 I mean really

[@tpires3024]

For real. Plus, it's just nice to not have to worry about it working when you need it. "Tree falls on the house", and the Poulan won't start. Lol... and, good equipment is always fun to use.

[@jakeschisler7525]

This being an older video, I've been thinking about buying a stihl 91 and use a blade for cutting in my pastures. Back in 2014 I started off using a Cub cadet trimmer on tall weeds in my Florida pasture. Well after it burnt my arm, I went to the stihl dealer ended up buying the FS 130r. It did fantastic work! Still have it and I use Shakespeare line and only place I could buy it was at Lowe's. I also bought an extra spool to keep me cutting. Now I wish I would have bought the extra attachment for the blade. I went to a dealer here in Missouri but they can't seem to find the kit for my model. Still looking

[@sheldoncoder4765]

I have a sthil 240 with handlebars and so far no issues. They are nice to have to remove brush or grass.

[@ritterjon]

You started this one out so peaceful and calm, great intro and I thought for sure it would be a good one to put her to sleep. GEEESH!! I was wrong! You got me! :-) However thank you very much for the shout-out. I can't believe how fast that grass is growing for you. Such a quiet trimmer too. LOL!!

[@christasmith8840]

Yes I have on of these weed eater, Fs91. Had it for I think this is the third summer and by far it is the best weed eater that I have ever had. Highly recommend for anyone..

[@juanbernal2310]

ITS FUN TO HAVE A STIHL TRIMMER!

[@patmason7276]

Yep alot better machine than the cheaper line. Once you get one won't go back. Have the 91R kombi with all attachments love it one machine does it all !!!!!

[@cvmikeray2]

Mike - I really feel like I'm getting my work done when I watch you !! :)

[@davidjustice4029]

There is no better life to live than that of country or rural living as far as I'm concerned. Y'all know this all ready though.How much land to you own.Thanks for all the good info you folks post.Keep it up.Reg.Unleaded gas here in N.W. Miss. is 2.44 a gal.3.15 in your neck of the woods----OUCH!!!!

[@5305boat]

Love mine. Got mine to use at the house and for deer trails/food plots. Putting a metal blade on there makes it very capable for thick brush or heavy grass. No running out of string and the blade doesnt throw the grass like string does. Anyway great trimmer!! Love my sthils

[@edwardkenny2356]

I'm loving how that trail is looking in such a short time! The best is yet to come 😊

[@bernarrcoletta7419]

You need to post regular updates on the grass on your trail. That way we can all watch grass growing together. ;-)

[@memyselfandifarmer]

Tip- i got snake leg chaps from forestry supply, they save your pants from all that grass/weed debris

[@103m95g]

FS-90R here, Love it! a little heavy compared to and ECHO SMR-210 but the Stihl starts 1,2 pulls every time. I only use the Stihl synthetic 2 stroke oil.

[@marclussier2275]

Hey Mike and Melissa, Things are looking good on your property. I have a Stihl KM110 with a bunch of different attachments and I love it. My next attachment for it is going to be the pole saw. I hope you guys and the kids have a great week. Take care my friends and may God Bless and Protect you all and your families. 🙏🤠🚜🇺🇸

[@cvmikeray2]

Marc - I have the same 110R with the tree trimmer. Real workhorse and it does what I need it to do.

[@anthony7828]

Excellent video. Glad I stumbled across your Chanel. Anthony - Toronto, Canada!

[@OutdoorsWithTheMorgans]

Thanks Anthony

[@joshspencer3]

I bought the split shaft KM91R last summer and couldn't be happier with it! Keep up the good work!

[@bruceingram3439]

I like grass. Of course I did grow up in the 70s. It means a whole different thing now!! Pretty!

[@Evanx373]

If you want something you don't have to constantly fix or replace like most of the box store ones and one that will last 10-20 years it's absolutely worth buying one if you have a good size yard and have a lot of trimming. I've got a Husqvarna 525 and it's been excellent. I more my ears and a few friends and relatives and it chews through everything. I tried the fs91r and loved it but my carpal tunnel wrists hated it

[@romaldothomas8653]

Thanks for sharing great video

[@jefferywilson1840]

Love the music on your video dude

[@jameslovingood5624]

I have 90r for several years and love it. It works well with light duty blade work as well. I just got the chainsaw gear box attachment and works well.

[@locodiablo8130]

I'm a regular homeowner with a 3/4 acre property.. I have a lot of fence line, garden beds and hedges... When I went to purchase a kombi unit, I chose the pro series KM91R over the homeowner model KM56RC-E... Overkill? Perhaps, but I think I use it enough to justify the extra $150 for the 91. I definitely don't need the 111 or the 131. I bought the string trimmer, edger and hedge trimmer attachments.. I've owned the unit for about a month.. I love it so far. I'm actually surprised at the fuel efficiency! I'm about done with it for the season as the New England snow is coming soon.. Time to store it and look forward to next year!! I still have my 15 year old FS45 string trimmer which I'll continue to use on occasion.. I can't get myself to get rid of it!! LOL!!

[@tndeere]

In 30 years of owning my own place all I have ever had is the homowners models and have got 12-15 years out of them.They both where Deere's but where made by Echo.Just bought a Stihl homowner model this year and I love it.see no reason it should'nt last as long, seems like a well made product for the price

[@bradwalworth375]

Another great video Mike, I have 3 Stihl weed eaters of various sizes and age and all of them run great through anything I use them on over our 5 acres. As for my vote always get the biggest baddest Stihl machine that you can afford, you take care of it and you will be handing it down to your children. Take care and oh by the way when are we gonna see Marty in a video ?? lol

[@Artist21st]

Love stihl everything. A lot people argue with me about it😅

[@P245Sig]

If you've ever thought that question, the answer is probably yes. Commercial string trimmers are soooooooooo much better.

[@Boodieman72]

I think the answer is, if you can afford them, then yes.

[@BigGary79]

That 24 oz fuel tank would be nice. I have a Stihl FS 70 R trimmer that only has a 11.5 oz fuel tank and I've run through a full tank several times when trimming around my place. Other than that, it's great. If this thing ever dies, which I doubt it will, I'll make the jump up to the 91 R.

[@rickm3217]

I have an Echo SRM-225 and I think this is my 5th season with it. Watching you trim it looks about the same as mine the way is cuts and it has the head that you just slip the line through and turn it to to put new line on, i don't remember what it's called but it's a nice feature. it's a little heavy for me, especially as I'm getting older, (73), but I take a break when I need to.. I use it to trim around the house and trim around at the church I attend, about 5 acres, and it's been great. Love your videos, I'm also in Western PA, NW that is and love to fish and hunt although it gets harder as I age. :)

[@bluelude2001]

I want to get the Kombi 91r powerhead. Like the 4 stroke design.

[@marktimm4870]

Nice pronunciation of Albany, Oregon. Very few times have I heard a Midwesterner or an EastCoaster pronounce both correctly. We are the grass seed capital for sure. As for the trimmer, I have the 111r and love it. Like your videos. Thanks!

[@AtomicQuotient]

Thanks for the video, looking for something that lasts, not the disposable garbage that home depot or Lowes sells.

[@erike7297]

I have the KM 131 and love it especially the way it sounds. Just did my first valve adjustment easy as pie. For super tall grass or thicker weeds its probably nice to have the power of the 131 but im sure the 91 is very good. Ive ran my 131 "mostly" full throttle all day before only stopping for gas. I grease the trimmer head about every 30 hours or whatever according to to the manual.

[@johnreinburg859]

The professional series equipment is the way to go. Nothing against Stihl but I use Husqvarna equipment. This includes my chainsaws as well. I do own one Stihl chainsaw and I am very pleased with it. Your trail look awesome. I know you planted grass to help with the erosion but what about the ruts you will get from operating your tractor and Polaris? I know you have a box blade and will repair it but wouldn't it rip up the grass? I am not troubleshooting you, please help me understand this. This may be something that I want to do. Thanks in advance for any suggestions you can share.

[@nikosgrigorakos]

John Reinburg If you like professional equipment and you are using Husqvarna than you knowingly have chosen to use the second best.

[@brianconnor1810]

@@nikosgrigorakos well i use both. The Husqvarna xtorq engine is definitely superior to the stihl engines. This isnt a biased opinion as i use Stihl hedge trimmers and grass strimmers, my similar tools which use the husqvarna xtorq engines are more reliable in my opinion as all my Stihl tools have had there faults whereas none yet with husqvarna. So as an unbiased but experienced user, Stihls great when working but 6 different machines and only one hasnt been back in the shop, 4 husqvarna machine's none of which has dropped a beat( so far lol)

[@russvtguy]

Love my old Stihl chain saws and my Red Max trimmer. All are over 25 years old and will probably out last me.

[@InLineDiesel6]

For years I used the power tools from the big box stores. Every two or so years I would have to replace the equipment because something broke and the part plus shipping was almost the cost of the powerhead or saw. I finally bit the bullet, reached deep into my wallet and bought the Stihl Kombi system and two chainsaws. After three years I came to realize Stihl isn't really more expensive because it keeps working without breaking. But the really big one, the chainsaws start in cold weather. It was 19 degrees out last January when I had to cut up fallen trees from an ice storm.

[@dwhallon21]

Nice trail Mike.... Your a certainly blessed with such a beautiful property. I have the Kombi version of this weedeater and primary use it for the pole saw, considering buying a light brush blade setup for it as well. The Stihl looks like a little beast and thank you for sharing

[@davethemagnificent2576]

I just bought my 91r mainly to run a saw blade head but also to use as a trimmer. It is a beast and will really turn a blade. It is a beast and will tear some high gas apart. My opinion is about like yours. For thin grass and around the house, especially thin underpinning it's just to much. My dislikes are : you can't feather the throttle because it chokes it down. Really can't run it half throttle, it's eighter all or nothing. Other then that I love mine. Especially the way it sounds, the kill switch and the automatic choke.

[@67L48]

Bought an FS80R in 2001. Just changed the original fuel lines, fuel filter, and primer bulb last weekend. Runs like a champ after 20+ years of use. That's why homeowners buy pro series Stihl equipment. Buy once, cry once.

[@Artist21st]

Nice trail👣 🎉 👌

[@kensayre3880]

Trail is looking good Mike.

[@chrisnash2154]

Just picked up the FS-240 with the handlebars. Have a 5 acre fence line and plenty of rough brush inside the property. We’ll see if it was overkill.

[@nathankoroush7918]

These are sweet trimmers, lots of power, and GREAT on fuel.

[@JWNLawnCare]

We got the 91 when it came into Australia not long ago and its awesome. Our other main trimmer is the FS94RC but the guys always seem to go for the 91 first now. So much torque and the weight is great. It'll go through anything as well which is what we need because we have a lot of really overgrown places we mow around here. Definitely not a purchase I regret making. Happy new year ;)

[@bobbystewart2605]

Wait til they get their hands on a 111rx, more power with about the same weight

[@russellbowman8051]

That Is A Nice Weed Wacker Gets The Jib done!!👍👊

[@BoundByNature13]

Just got one Saturday. But I got the kombi

[@Elfin4]

Stihl are a fantastic manufacturer.

[@Elfin4]

Loving your videos - Happy Christmas and best wishes for 2019 from the UK.

[@t.jeffveal-goattownfirewood]

That CF3 Pro line is great stuff. We use it on both our trimmers.

[@dropshot1967]

Stihl also sell a harnas that you can clip your trimmer on. That way the weight of the trimmer is on both your shoulders. This drastically improves the weight distribution on your body. Specifically your back. Looking at you using the trimmer you are decidedly hunched forward when using the trimmer. This creates a sizable load on your lower back. Using this harnas, or even the shoulderstrap would reduce that dramatically. We use even heavier stihl trimmer for work and always use that harnes. I can use it all day, because the weight is on my shoulders through that harness and all I have to do is direct it. Please rethink the use of a harness or shoulder strap, but definitly readjust your handle to correct your body attitude while using the trimmer and make sure you allways walk with your back straight and upright. It may prevent you from develloping a (muscle) backpain or even worse a hernia.

[@anthony7828]

Himming and Hawing over a new FS 91r or an FS 111……?!?! After this video, might just be another fs 91r excellent video.

[@olddawgdreaming5715]

Got a good laugh while watching this video. Had to show my wife. I noticed that Mike was really getting with the music and was really “waddling along” in time and I was wondering if Melissa had taught him to dance? The video was really informative too. Always find some good in your videos. Thanks for sharing folks.

[@scootscoot1920]

Soooo satisfying

[@aux1z11]

I have the fs251r but it came with a crap head 27-2

[@nevillewomersley7841]

A little "Blues" today, quite a change for you Mike!

[@CraigFogus]

Nice video, but you need to show how to reload the trimmer line. That's one of the main points I look for when considering a line trimmer. Thanks as always!

[@clarkgarrison7091]

Nice, that is awsome

[@carystone7168]

I have a Stihl FS 111R. Do you know what the corrugated plastic piece is between the handle and the hook where the shoulder strap locks in?

[@WestShoreMan]

Is that a wood pile in the beginning or a fence?

[@ODLife]

Sweet intro!

[@Travis-kw3mo]

Just wondering does the 91r have the easy to start feature like the 94r. I dont really care for that since I'm used to drop starting equipment

[@ShidaTv246]

good day can you tell me which stores sell these weed wackers please

[@TileNation]

start at 6:30 to get over the filler.

[@t.jeffveal-goattownfirewood]

We have the FS13O combo unit. Sounds just like yours.

[@donmotz5528]

It seems to work great....it sure looks like my echo trimmer.

[@christikingsley5344]

Saw your video on the buck boss feeder. Just put one up at my place. Did it take very long for the deer to use it. Have had mine up for over a week they haven’t got close. Just wondering thanks.

[@dylanmoore5258]

Yes you need pro, always the best

[@bank80]

Do you use Roundup anywhere on your property?

[@Kepharocks]

Thanx Brother! ALMOST, almost made me want to go out and weed eat... Down here we refer to those contraptions as "Weed Eaters." String trimmer just doesn't fit the bill, LOL ! Have a GREAT DAY Brother!

[@alexhoyer4315]

Weed eater is a brand name for them much like crescent is a brand of tool famous for the adjustable wrench

[@georgeodbert569]

Yes!

[@kevincameron8437]

Quick question....does it use the same files/oil mixture as your Stihl chainsaw? I’m diggin the weed eater and could use a new one

[@st7650]

I would like to see a review on which is better the stihl KM 131 vs stihl Fc 111 or stihl KM131 vs Stihl FB 131. Something on KZbin no one talks about which has more power. I know they are all professional models. But in the landscape world KM 131 is more versatile. Like to see power ratios for commercial use

[@Theredeemedchild2]

I have a FS94R for my half acre. You know my opinion.

[@foundingfodder8225]

Mine is bogging down 30 mins out of the pack. Why would that be? I put the choke up, give it gas, the switch drops down properly, then it starts to sputter. Eventually dies out.

[@Theredeemedchild2]

I got the 131r. Same weight, .7 more hp.

[@003fulle]

Used mine extensively today since the tractor is down

[@kevinhenry7273]

Is it a 4 cycle? If so can you turn it side ways to edge along a driveway?

[@laoboy316]

Kevin Henry no it’s 2 cycle

[@andrews4596]

91 131 are the 4 strokes. Its better if you get into tall weeds, 2 stroke is faster and the diffrrent torque is the weak ess of two stroke which is by high rpm powerful

[@daigoldsack1254]

Defo not 2 stroke

[@snoopfurlow1275]

It's a 4 mix

[@joshuaglenn1710]

It’s a 4 mix engine. it pulls air/fuel from the carburetor through the crankcase then into the cylinder. It operates on a 4 cycle process but because the air/fuel is drawn into the engine through the crankcase it doesn’t have a conventional oil filled sump, because of this you still need to mix oil into the gas so the oil can fallout of the fuel as the engine runs. Combining two stroke and 4 stroke technology it allows for lower maintenance and emissions.

[@Trivit30]

Yeah I got one that is too big... use it around the house and I'm done in like 5 minutes.... wanted it to last a little bit longer lol

[@milby5222]

the actual review starts at 6:24

[@vlent19]

did you ever figure out what that black rotating plastic piece is for.... ? right by the lower handle? still stumps me!

[@mattw7875]

WhiskeyBent it’s supposed to help with reducing virbrations !

[@jeffreystein7266]

Mike- Wondering what diameter is your trimming line?

[@louielopez1638]

Those Stihl trimmers come with.095 gauge line. 👍😀😎

[@bogillespie4774]

Still makes a good weed wacker if it has a regular carburetor most on his plastic

[@wireman7780]

Hi Mike, I have a trimmer question. I bought a FS 90 R String Trimmer about 3 years ago (runs great) , my problem is the stihl trimmer orange line .90 I purchased either wont come out or it gets fused together inside, am I doing something wrong? Any recommendations? I even went and bought the new better string .90 that you showed on one of your videos, same outcome Great vids and thanks

[@Halscamp]

Wire Man I was having the same problem and after many years of taking the head off and freeing up the line again I came to a conclusion this past summer that it only does it when I am actually hitting a fence, a whole bunch of post or something of that nature. I think the line is pulled taught when it wraps itself around these types of things and pulls it too tight in the head and jams up. I can go for hours if I am not hitting against these things.

[@snoopfurlow1275]

I put a drop of motor oil in my spool some times,that way it will keep the string lubicated,pump some all purpose grease in the gear head,that way the spool wont heat up from a hot gear box,the string wont stick together,the oil will lubicate the string..yes it works..

[@chiefmik9108]

Nice Machine Mike, are you able to put a blade on that model... Chief{NYS/ADK}

[@semco72057]

I have a Stihl trimmer and it is the professional version even though I only use it and the others around home. I don't like the ones with the curved handles because they just don't get the job done where I live in the rural area. That trimmer from Stihl is the only one of their products which work. I have their chainsaw and that thing have not given me an hour of decent service since owning it.

[@GxxdGonzalo]

Me personally I remove this guard out of it to have more string trimmer you remove the card off you will have more strength

[@FishFind3000]

Yes! that’s an absolutely stupid question have a km131r for a half acre property. It’s the best thing ever to have a solid machine that you can never wear out and that has 2x more power then you will ever need. Have a split shift is worth it for bushs and hedges.

[@jimmieusaf-pol2639]

Hey Mike/Melissa, I really enjoy your videos, and think the editing and content are spot on, and believe you are on your way to becoming a HUGE KZbin channel/star. :o) I have an older Stihl FS 90, not sure if it's an R, and thinking yours might be an upgrade to the one I have...but any ways, I am able to switch out attachments easily(currently have weed eater, chain saw and hedge trimmer), and think you may be able to do the same with that model. Might be worth checking out with dealer, and if so, there are a lot of useful attachments you can show on your channel. Have a great day you all!!

[@comlbbeau]

I, too, have the FS 90 (bicycle handle.... the "R" means loop handle). It's a nice machine. I mow around a 1 1/4 acre pond a couple of times a year, in addition to the usual yardwork, and it does a great job. A noticeable improvement in capability over my older FS 85.

[@OtherMisterRogers]

UGh. Review starts at 6:22

[@scootscoot1920]

Got enough fire wood 3:40

[@CKID-dv8tq]

I hope I like mine I bought mine for $241 cuz my dealer had a special on em

[@GrantsDad]

Dang that’s a good deal

[@joej.4170]

The fs94r has the 2 stroke engine. The 91r has the 4 mix engine. Totally different. The 4 mix doesnt like inbetween its either full throttle of idle. The 2 stroke is better for cutting around delicate obstacles. 4 mix has more torque better for brush cutting.

[@HomesteadEngineering]

That thing looks really awesome and a year ago I would have been all in, BUT I have recently turned over a new leaf. I am going all electric! No more fossil burners for me. Too much hassle with the carburetors and fuel compared to batteries. I first purchased an electric blower, then recently an electric pole saw. I am loving the electrics and there is no turning back!

[@augustreil]

Cordless tools are great and I hate that darn ethanol junk, but if ya have a large property with a lot of grass to cut, weed wacking, etc. then gas is still the way to go, Jmo.

[@2blackdanes]

Mike, I was just wondering if you had a lot invested in the stock market back in ‘08?

[@creekboy2893]

I have an echo that has been awesome as well. Like the Sthil it turns counter clockwise and it’s been hard to adjust to. I sling stuff all over me because my other trimmers tornado clock wise. Has anyone else had this issue?

[@raywasch4727]

The only thing that annoys me is the redesign for the stop switch