EGO Powerload / Line IQ head disassembly

EGO model ST1620T string trimmer with Powerload and Line IQ. How to take it apart, marvel in its wonderfulness, and hopefully get it back together. To improve the way the Line IQ auto-feed works, see this video . . • Improve your EGO Line ...

[@tysonjbest]

Thanks mate really appreciate that you have done this teardown😁

[@momo_the_great6969]

Wait for that plastic keyway to wear out. They have to replace the entire motor as ego won't supply that small plastic part separately. Fine while under warranty but afterwards it will cost you as much as the trimmer to fix. Ego are a horrible company with products that are designed to fall.

[@rome4984]

You are right I just noticed mine was damaged after taking apart, it looked very worn almost melted from normal wear and tear. I tried to look for a replacement and nothing.

[@maraachful]

Having the same experience. Like the trimmer. HATE Line IQ. Found this searching for a potential replacement head.. unfortunately like you heard its not an option. Shame as otherwise would be a great trimmer.

[@ericweimer589]

There is a video that shows how to swap the line iq for a bump feed head.

[@LarryCook1960]

If yours is still having trouble feeding line, check out this more recent video of mine. I was able to fix the problem I was having. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3OUk2SfeLSjbpY

[@lannydecamp7460]

Thanks for sharing

[@stephenfowler9528]

Does any know how or where to order the string auto-winder switch on the ST1620T? It is not on the parts diagram and there are no videos or write ups on it that I can find. Thanks!

[@KimberlyMann-y6y]

Have had mine and used about 5 times..now I can use for about 5 min then it lets out ALOT of line and it wrapped around d the shaft of the weedeater I am using g the correct recommended string. Have to take it all out reload and then it happens again. Super frustrating !

[@LarryCook1960]

That's gotta be annoying. Maybe yours has some grass inside the head totally screwing up the mechanism.

[@GarryBurgess]

I always have a problem power loading which is disappointing, considering the price.

[@JerryMacHomes]

Anyone can respond..... Would you recommend this EGO Trimmer or a gas trimmer? Is the battery and this IQ thingy just too much of a hassle to deal with? Thanks very much

[@LarryCook1960]

After changing that spring, as shown in the video linked below, I like it a lot and recommend it for anyone cutting normal grass. The build quality and battery life are impressive. I feel it's equivalent in power to a homeowners quality curved shaft Stihl I used to use. The vast majority of people don't seem to have a problem with the Line IQ, like I did. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3OUk2SfeLSjbpY

[@Hotel_Motel_Rooms]

Good video. I also do not like the line IQ. 90% of the time the string is too short and then it will shoot out and give me a good amount of string for a minute or two. I would like to place the whole head with a, different manufactures speed bump head. Could this be done and could you do a video on how to do that?

[@LarryCook1960]

I have a video here kzbin.info/www/bejne/e3OUk2SfeLSjbpY that shows how I recently improved the line IQ, using a lighter spring than the original. There's also this vid where the guy says you can change the head but doesn't explain what the replacement head is. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fZiplY2Zl7aLodk

[@hugorojas1452]

Can we replace the IQ head with a 9 inch Forester Brush Blade? THANKS!!

[@LarryCook1960]

@@hugorojas1452 I wouldn't know. The threaded shaft is 1/2" as I recall, or perhaps 12 or 13 mm.

[@hugorojas1452]

@@LarryCook1960 Ok, Thank you for the video! EGO customer service told me NOT to replace the Line IQ head with a brush blade b/c it will void the warranty but I don't want to make another expensive purchase but so I may try to see what happens. I'll report here after. Thanks again.

[@jr4750jr]

Will the Line-IQ function still work without the guard attached? Cheers from Brisbane Australia.

[@LarryCook1960]

By "guard" do you mean the big plastic piece that cuts the line when it feeds out?

[@jr4750jr]

Yes that's what I mean.@@LarryCook1960

[@paulpalermo2109]

Is the nut a reverse thread?

[@LarryCook1960]

@@paulpalermo2109 Nope. Standard right to tight, left to loose.

[@kentshadwick6354]

Is it possible to install a brush cutting blade on these by removing the head?

[@LarryCook1960]

I don't know what's involved for a blade. Sorry.

[@JPaul60]

Total crap. Ego needs to copy the Echo feed head or use Echo's Power 400 head instead that garbage.

[@Handledy]

Used it for 3 hours with my 12ah battery. Max high speed. Then it spit out the wire and the motor died. Returned it for full refund. .

[@LarryCook1960]

Today I talked to the dealer I purchased mine from, and he's heard from 3 other customers who said the line didn't feed properly.

[@momo_the_great6969]

Ego products are designed to fall. They're terrible

[@5LeTT]

I had the same problem with DeWalt. I did not got a refund, not even offered one. They fixed it under warranty, the only problem is it took them more than 3 month, all summer...shame. Sold all of my dewalt tools 😂