BEFORE YOU BUY A STIHL BG 86C LEAF BLOWER, WATCH THIS!

[@greenmtnman7714]

I bought a BG86 about 5 years ago. It was their biggest handheld at the time. I'm fortunate to have a gas station close by that sells ethanol free. I use it in everything I own, even a new Jeep Wrangler.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing greenmtnman!

[@johnhunt4985]

Like aspen fuel

[@REDLINERUNNER]

@@greenmtnman7714 Just avoid Stihl oils and you are GOLDEN!! Their oils are expensive and only JASO FB!! Mix 2% with JASO FD and your machines will run literally forever..

[@jeffgriffith7003]

I bought this exact leaf blower from Ty’s Outdoor Power in Gretna Nebraska, and I love it! Been using it for about a month and a half so far and it performs great. Glad I went with the larger model, it has plenty of air power.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Jeff!

[@apexiumim2741]

This vid reminded me to check spark arrest and air filter. Ya.. I let it lapse 😮 Was running fine (so I thought). Removed spark arrest, half blocked.. burnt the little bugger and then cleaned my air filter. World of difference!! Starts first or second pull, power is like it was new. I guess over time, I didn’t notice power drop. I’m surrounded by massive white pine trees, these things bleed pine needle fall and spring. Raking is backbreaking… but with my Stihl BG…. No issues blowing these suckers away! Thanks JB!

[@GarageGear]

Glad she’s running like new for ya Apex! Just in time for fall! Let the BG do the work! Thanks for sharing Apex!

[@Rebel9668]

I just have the little BG-50 but it still cranks up pretty easily. I've found I use it just about year round. Blowing lawn clippings off the porch and back deck (from side discharge mower), blowing leaves away from the house in the fall so that I can mulch them up with the mower and in winter I use it to clean snow off of our vehicles and porch/back deck as the Ariens Sno-Thro is too heavy to get up those, LOL!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing rebel! You got a lot of good things to share about lawn equipment

[@Matthew_Does_To_Many_Things]

I love my Husqvarna 125B handheld leaf blower! It always starts like the day we got it! All you gotta do is follow the starting instructions that’s put in the machine. It doesn’t have the “easy starting” feature like your sthil where it just have to pull slowly. But it never gave me any issues.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome Matthew! I’m gonna have to do a review of them soon! 👍

[@iowafox2206]

I've got a BG50 that was my grandpas till he went with a electric one I use it for blowing off my mowers and sidewalks. Its been a great little unit. Not the most powerful but does the jobs I ask of it.

[@GarageGear]

Heard good things about those blowers Iowa! Thanks for sharing my friend! 👍

[@nofeerz]

how long has your family had this i've had my bg 55 i think for 20 years simple to maintain runs great with little effort

[@iowafox2206]

@@nofeerz my grandpa had it since I think 2017 ish. He bought it used from a neighbor that had it new. Sometime early 2000s I think the date on it is.

[@nofeerz]

@@iowafox2206 mine when first came out tired of the electric junk, when i looked around most landscapers had nothing but stihl my BIL a lineman said the company ONLY buys stihl chainsaws so i took a leap of faith. my bg55 is a beast so reliable easy to maintain and being right handed doesn't suck my pants i just replaced the primer bulb didn't work so i looked at it--the screws loose tightend up and bingo start on first pull incredible for 20 yrs old

[@applianceman6009]

I have had a BG86 since 2018, and I have had to play with the carburetor to get it to run after 6 years. Prior to this year, I had absolutely zero issues other than an occasional spark arrestor clean. I say it is a pretty reliable machine, but my dad got annoyed with it and said he hasn’t had good luck with it. I say they are decent machines overall.

[@GarageGear]

@@applianceman6009 definitely great machines! 👍

[@sixate]

Been using my BG 56C for probably 10 years. Never an issue. Just gets used for grass cleanup after mowing and minimal leaf cleanup in the fall.

[@GarageGear]

Awesome blower! They last and last! Thanks for sharing six!

[@Salmomlox]

Hi JB! When you first started the leaf blower, I knew exactly it was the Stihl. I have the same model and love it. However, I had to upgrade to the backpack model. I still have and use both. Great review. How's the foot? Have an awesome day. ☺☺

[@GarageGear]

Hey salmom! Definitely an awesome blower! The foot is all better. Still not running on it but we’ll get there eventually. Thanks for asking! 👍

[@danielwillliams9669]

I own one of these already, I think I have the CE though. Again, great feed back. I do need the clean the arrestor - I have it for over 5 years and never cleaned that. Some say you can clean it with a wire wheel. Thanks again for another great video!

[@GarageGear]

Hey Daniel! Cool! You can take that metal screen out, heat it up with a torch, let it cool, then hit it with a wire brush to know the carbon off of it. It will be clean as a whistle. Install it and you’re good to go!

[@alvislancaster9638]

Im thinking about buying a gas leaf blower to do just a few yards this fall and winter for customers...yards are average size ....1/4 acre to 1/2 acre lots.....can someone tell me if this will do a good job, please ??? I see alot of pros using back pack blowers, and i know that theyre probably better, but theyre also twice as expensive....so, will the 86 be enough for what i need ??? Thanks in advance for advice !!!

[@GarageGear]

@@alvislancaster9638 hey Alvis I would definitely recommend a backpack blower. With yards those sizes and multiple ones to do you’re going to be there a while with a handheld blower.

[@alvislancaster9638]

@GarageGear thanks for replying...so you dont think the 86 will blow loose leaves in the yard good enough??? I have a craftsman battery blower and it works pretty good, but the battery doesnt last long enough to do a while yard ..thats why i was thinking the 86 will be good, because the fuel will last longer than the battery.....im all ears and just trying to make a good decision..thanks ,Alvis ...

[@GarageGear]

@@alvislancaster9638 hey Alvis! It’s a good blower but considering how you have multiple yards that are a 1/4 quarter acre or larger you’ll be under-buying for the work you need to do. A backpack blower will definitely save you some time.

[@apexiumim2741]

First?? Loll Had mine for about 5 years now. Best leaf blower by far! Light, compact and powerful. I never use the flat nozzle as I found it useless tbh. Oh.. and I always start while standing. It’s not a chainsaw hahaha (although.. I’ve done that as well 😮) I hold with my left hand and pull with the right. Yep.. it’s pointing behind me when starting. Bills gonna eat sushi tomorrow! Go Bills!!!

[@GarageGear]

What’s up, Apex! Thanks for sharing the tip for the community. The bills will def eat sushi tomorrow ha!

[@mrRoverkane]

I just got a house. Came from a townhouse apartment where I used a corded SunJoe 😂 I still use that little thing. Time to upgrade though. Works like a champ for $15

[@GarageGear]

Hey Rock what you got! Thanks for watching Rover!

[@LessThanHandy]

Let me save you time and grief, get a Stihl but don't get it from a large chain store - go to a dealer.

[@Edward-Norton]

I had a stihl gas blower and I sold it to try an ego 650 electric. I really miss that stihl blower and I'm thinking about going back to gas. It was perfectly balanced and it had more power than the ego unless you had the ego in turbo mode. I used that stihl blower for over 10 years and it didn't miss a beat and ran good when I sold it.

[@GarageGear]

Sounds like you are ready to go back to gas!

[@smallblock412]

Nice machine but I like my Echo PB- 2620. The almost 100 more CFM is noticable. I also prefer the round nozzle compared to the flared end. Seems to move more debris easier.

[@GarageGear]

Definitely more noticeable CFM on the echo Smallblock! Totally agree! Thanks for watching my friend. 👍👍

[@LarryOtt]

i just bought a bg 86 to replace my bg 55 i was will to pay the extra for a little more power thought i was getting about 10 percent more power but it feels like 10 percent less not happy at all

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing this Larry!

[@SVW1976]

Where can we get ethanol free fuel? Thats a nice machine. I have a Poulan Pro BVM200FE. It converts to a vacuum which is great for getting leaves out of all the nooks and crannies of my yard. Mulches them as it sucks. I beat it up up pretty good and its given me years of mostly trouble free operation. My biggest issue is its hard to start after its been running awhile. Any ideas what that might be? Its done that since new.

[@GarageGear]

Sounds like maybe the magneto may be your problem in this case. Give her a look! You can find ethanol free gas at some gas stations.👍

[@timpmuldoon736]

Very Informative Video JB.. I’m Husqvarna guy when come to gas powered yard tools , previously owned STIHL - BC200 Back Pack Blower hard starting & carbon up a lot spent more in shop than in use.. Still not Sold on Battery 🔋 yard equipment have seen $$ of Battery 🔋 when you need to replace..

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing tim! I agree on the battery prices. Wild how much the replacements cost.

[@The_Mace]

JB: "It's really hard to flood this engine." The Mace: "Challenge accepted."

[@GarageGear]

Mace: Hold my beer… Lol! Thanks for the laughs every Saturday my friend! !!! Enjoy your weekend!

[@Robsbrd99]

I thought I'd check and see if you still like this blower. I'm in the market for one and will get it in early September to play with before the leaves come. The reason I like this blower is because my dad has had a BG 85? for 15 years plus now and just had to replace the primer last year. That's been its only repair.

[@GarageGear]

@@Robsbrd99 it’s a great blower my friend! One of the best!

[@Robsbrd99]

@GarageGear Thank you, Sir. What I wanted to hear. Dad is a Stihl man and I thought I'd join him. I like the Echo, too. Just can't see myself with something other than a Stihl, though. Was thinking about their Red Armor oil. Was planning on going back and forth between cans of the Stihl oil and the Red Armor to keep the arrestor and the piston cleaner.

[@GarageGear]

@@Robsbrd99 go for it! Let me know how it works out for you.

[@Robsbrd99]

@GarageGear Sure will. I think its gonna be a great one. I'm 55 and hope that this one will last for 20 years. Maybe by then, the battery ones will be worth buying.🤣

[@Robsbrd99]

Well, brought mine home yesterday. First thing I did was drop start it and blow off the patio to show the leaves that I mean business. They look scared😂 Liking the starting sequence and how it's starting on the 1st pull, cold or hot. More to come in the fall.

[@jaybooth4815]

Great review JB! I really like the easy start you demonstrated. I have the EGO battery which is ok but fairly heavy and the batter doesn’t last to long anymore. I’ve had it about 4-5 years now. I gotta check this out. Maybe hit you up offline to ask you a few questions. Gonna be an awesome weekend! Cheers my friend!

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate you Jay! Those who batteries have a limited lifespan! If you want to check out this blower sometime let me know and we’ll figure out a day! 👍 go bills!

[@TecumsehRulesbcserk]

I’ve officially started up my own side business of outdoor power equipment repair. So far I’ve been getting pretty good business but I expect to get busier in the later fall months.

[@GarageGear]

Oh I’m sure you’ll be busy come winter time with all the snowblowers that need repair! Thanks for watching BCSERK!👍

[@Corvette1658]

Well it’s now been a month since I had my STIHL BG86C. I got it for Christmas I’m loving it best blower I even owned.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing corvette!

[@davt8615]

56 and 86 are certainly the best looking units 👍 Husky 525bx has so much more grunt though, all i use for work paired with my BR600. Do love my BG56 for the garden and drive though, very reliable 👌 as you said bro good fuel is the number 1 rule 😅, good stuff Buddy ATB from 🇬🇧

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate you and the info here ATB! Thanks for watching!

[@tgsgardenmaintenance4627]

This is a great machine, and i still have one,but in my opinion, the Husqvarna 525BX is the best handheld blower on the market!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing tgs!

[@bg9501]

I like how the suction is away from the leg on a right handed person.

[@GarageGear]

@@bg9501 90 percent of the population is happy about this lol

[@zorak1704]

I’ve had one for six years now with the gutter tube kit. Total time saver.

[@GarageGear]

Definitely a useful accessory!

[@electroddxful]

Great review JB. I have the BG55 and it also works really well. Have a bless weekend 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@GarageGear]

Hey Ray! Heard a lot of good things about that blower too! Hope you’re having an awesome weekend so far bud! 👍👍

[@dougweir441]

If you don't use much or going to store for a few months use Stihl canned gas. Stihl trimmer, chainsaw, blower and tiller all get good gas/oil and always start. Great tip with the spark arrestor for people who don't know.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing, my friend!

[@peterohmart707]

I won one for five years and it is really a good machine. It was worth the money!

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Peter!

[@lukematei8364]

Good day sir! Just curious how would you compare this to the echo blower you have? I'm a gardener in Australia by the way and like your content

[@GarageGear]

Hey Luke! I have a comparison video coming out on these two blowers this weekend! Stay tuned!

[@BigDaddysGarage]

You can't go wrong with Stihl !

[@GarageGear]

Definitely can’t go wrong with stihl! They make an amazing product!👍

[@Carlos.Rivera]

I was looking for Echo blower (the one you reviewed) but this bad boy seems good value for the money

[@GarageGear]

Definitely a good value! I’ll be comparing echo and stihl in the next one!

[@kirkthebeerslinger]

​@@GarageGearI will hold off on my question then...first thing I was like how do you like the straight pipe compared to the curved pipe designed to cut down on the gyroscopic effect/fatigue on your wrist...which has better output/weight/runtime/ergonomics...so I will just wait to get your take on those and more...I have my preference... will be interesting to see if we agree 🙂

[@haroldmontegut]

Great review JB! When I bought my my Echo PB2520 I gave this one a hard look. I went with the Echo because of the higher CFMs and the lower price.

[@GarageGear]

The echo definitely has a bit more kick to it! Thanks for watching bud!

[@Steven-jn2cw]

It seems to blow good, how does it suck? Just to clarify I am referring to the BG86!

[@GarageGear]

@@Steven-jn2cw hahahah it blows great but doesn’t suck! lol! Thanks for watching Steven!👍👍

[@paulg687]

What comes out of the exhaust on these things? Do you need to wear protective breathing?

[@GarageGear]

Hey Paul exhaust smoke comes out today them. You do not need to wear masks when using this.

[@AMJB100000000]

Legend that spark arrester thing I’ll try!

[@GarageGear]

@@AMJB100000000 go for it!

[@mrRoverkane]

In a world of battery, it’s refreshing seeing someone review the “outdated” gas lol

[@GarageGear]

I’m done reviewing battery stuff! Gas products get more views on my channel. Thanks for watching!

[@dougweir441]

Real men like real power equipment......when there is work to be done.

[@GarageGear]

@@dougweir441 right on! 👍

[@lancairw867]

I have both. DeWalt 🔋 blower for in and around the garage area. Stihl 86 for all other applications. I usually get 8 years out of the gas hand held Sthils 👍🏻👍🏻

[@thelawnguy7373]

@@dougweir441yes sir

[@yalerich7417]

Yes, Stihl is good stuff-I have a Stihl chain saw w/the easy start@ u can't go wrong (with Stihl)!

[@GarageGear]

Stihl makes a great product! Thanks for watching as always yale!👍

[@michaelcasale2453]

I got the BG50 12 years ago and still runs awesome

[@GarageGear]

That’s awesome! Can’t beat ‘em

[@RoyMayhew-o2m]

Next clue is if you use right hand to use the blwer , what are you doing with left hand ? 😊

[@GarageGear]

Moving fallen sticks off my lawn? Lol

[@anthonyelectric6045]

I love the balance and performance with mine. Good review

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching! Have a great weekend!

[@kevinmills5293]

I’ve watched many YT videos of battery leaf blowers and non seem as effective as this Stihl. Have you found a battery powered blower which is more effective at moving leaves?

[@GarageGear]

Nope they’re all dead in 20-30 minutes. Not good for larger properties!

[@kevinmills5293]

@@GarageGear hi, thanks for the reply and I understand the limited run time of a battery blower but what I’d like to know are there battery units out there that are as powerful as a petrol blower without spending stupid money?

[@regularSenseAppeal]

@@kevinmills5293 probably as powerful but not without spending silly money. Thing is this one will still run perfectly 15 years from now. How will those batteries hold up? I have a 20-25 year old 2 stroke Stihl chainsaw and an old Stihl hedge trimmer and they still run like new.

[@andyesir]

excellent review as usual ....Go Bills !!!!

[@GarageGear]

Appreciate you Dave!

[@CKID-dv8tq]

I love mine super powerful and easy to start !

[@GarageGear]

They make a great leaf blower

[@CKID-dv8tq]

@@GarageGear they do all their stuff is good I have their weedwackers and chainsaws

[@JohnSaylock-ec4cd]

I run saber 80 to 1... Ten years now and no problems.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@philliphowson1937]

I am thinking about buying one 1⃣ im 💯still

[@GarageGear]

Go for it! 👍

[@zsmizzy]

How it is low on cfm versus competitors?

[@GarageGear]

The CFM on this blower is 365. On a competing echo model it’s 450+. Even battery models crank higher numbers so this one is a little low.

[@zsmizzy]

@@GarageGear with the round nozzle it’s 444

[@joebarzo9935]

all this great info...and a cheeky sense of humor - what's not to love? Hit the LIKE button dear friends. An easy way to reciprocate.

[@GarageGear]

Hey Joe! Got an idea for a funny KZbin short. “Things you can say about your lawnmower, but not your partner” stay tuned lol! Thanks for being a cool fan as always!

[@thelawnguy7373]

Stihl engine had a different sound to it. Sounds like a dirt bike

[@GarageGear]

They definitely sound different!

[@jvenema86]

so wonderful beautiful video my best friend i love it see so nice

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching!

[@philliphowson1937]

❤📹1️⃣🇦🇺

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching

[@kencurtis228]

Thank You for Sharing

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for watching

[@jrbeltran492]

Bg 50 blows more strong 💪 than bg 86 c have both

[@GarageGear]

@@jrbeltran492 thanks for sharing jr

[@billbaber6653]

I have it 1 year good product like all their equipment.

[@GarageGear]

@@billbaber6653 thanks for sharing bill

[@RoyMayhew-o2m]

😊 hey , think on it , how would you improve it ? I will not give you answers yet.

[@GarageGear]

Increase the CFM?

[@REDLINERUNNER]

I ordered myself BG86 I'm not really a fan of C models...

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing red!

[@REDLINERUNNER]

@GarageGear I'm a HUGE Stihl fan. I have MS230, MS311, FS120 and next week will get BG86. Thanks for review!! I always do a research before I buy something that I like on first glance..

[@GarageGear]

@ you got it! 👍 smart to do so

[@REDLINERUNNER]

@@GarageGear Thaks!

[@pillcosby3949]

This machine or the echo pb2620? Thanks

[@GarageGear]

@@pillcosby3949 hey pill did you see this video STIHL BG 86C VS. ECHO PB-2620 - Which Leaf Blower Is BEST? kzbin.info/www/bejne/qF7Oo4WZhdOnbLs

[@mikemays9106]

BS: JB, you started a blower that’s all warmed up not cold. These things take 100 cranks to get going when they’re cold.

[@GarageGear]

@@mikemays9106 hey Mike in order to show how to start them up the right way I do a cold start. If I were to start them up on a warm start all I would have to do is pull the cord. This unit comes with their easy start up feature. The C-E.

[@matthewschnipke3251]

I am Left handed that fan is a big negative

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing Matthew

[@montefiveforty1]

I swear my 86 blows better with the other attachment

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing monte

[@carl3233]

my self i use a rake its cheaper.

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@henrymurawskibigdogrepair]

Just make sure you do not drop started because you will break it

[@GarageGear]

Thanks for sharing

[@calvinbarnes7664]

I have one but I'm having a problem getting to turn over

[@GarageGear]

Is it older?