HOW TO RELOAD A STIHL AUTOCUT 27-2 STRING TRIMMER HEAD FOR BEGINNERS

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HOW TO RELOAD A STIHL AUTOCUT 27-2 STRING TRIMMER HEAD FOR BEGINNERS. In this video, I go over STEP BY STEP how to RESTRING your STIHL AutoCut 27-2 String Trimmer BUMP HEAD. I show you HOW MUCH LINE to use and how to PROPERLY wrap it to PREVENT JAMMING. But is this the easiest string trimmer head to reload? LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!!!
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[@GarageGear]

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[@mattjones1792]

Stihl trimmer heads are junk I love my speed feed heads

[@GarageGear]

@@mattjones1792 thanks for sharing matt

[@apexiumim2741]

My trimmer has the speedfeed as well. Game changer! Cheers buddy!!

[@GarageGear]

@@apexiumim2741 speed feed is definitely the way to go

[@williamparker2510]

Great! Thank you

[@GarageGear]

You got it William!

[@DavidStauffacher]

Thank you 👍

[@GarageGear]

@@DavidStauffacher you got it David! 👍

[@OutdoorswithJRonnie]

I just bought an FS 70 R from Stihl with that same head, and I love it! thanks JB!!!!!!!

[@GarageGear]

@@OutdoorswithJRonnie ROCK ON JRONNIE!

[@OutdoorswithJRonnie]

so i’m 12 now and it fits perfect for my small business!

[@pit4955]

That’s 1970’s technology Stihl needs to step up their game for the price they charge it should come with a speedfeed head. Stihl should pkg your video as an instruction editorial. Great vid thx for sharing👍

[@GarageGear]

@@pit4955 it is old school technology! Wish they would step it up too! Appreciate you bud. 👍

[@garyfrechette8689]

I've been doing it wrong all along. Thanks for the help.

[@GarageGear]

@@garyfrechette8689 now you’re in the know gary! Thanks for watching my friend!

[@d_dizzie_druck5753]

I like to give the line cutter on the gaurd a quick sharpening with a file before i start my day. Helps alot. I might try this, instead of my 2 seperate string lengths i do now.

[@GarageGear]

@@d_dizzie_druck5753 there ya go! Give it a shot and see how it works for you!

[@d_dizzie_druck5753]

@@GarageGear since the subject is trimmer line could, could i suggest another video idea for you? I would to see your take on, soaking your trimmer line in water to increase its dexterity🤔 I personally beleive this helps. I feel no one believes me😑

[@GarageGear]

@@d_dizzie_druck5753 totally agree with you Dizzie! It 💯percent helps! Like where your head is at

[@timetopay5344]

I personally use a echo speedfeed head for my stihl, you don't have to take anything apart just aline the holes send the sting through, equal both ends and crank.

[@GarageGear]

@@timetopay5344 I am considering putting one of those on this Stihl! They are definitely a smart design!

[@MarkNehemiah]

@@GarageGearstihl just came out with a speed feed that is similar. Have had problems with my echo speed feeds for a long time. I buy the larger speed feeds and they still manage to knot themselves up occasionally. Been using them for about 8 years and it’s always been an issue. Definitely considering trying the new stihl.

[@GarageGear]

@@MarkNehemiah thanks for sharing mark! 👍

[@kirkthebeerslinger]

​​@@MarkNehemiah when you say you buy the larger speed feed - do you mean the 450? I have always used the 400...never an issue on dozens of trimmers...(I install them on most of the trimmers I repair for ppl as well as all my own Echo/Toro Trimmers have them)...I use 0.095 string only. Currently, been using 800' rolls of Shakespeare Ugly Line as I like the built in cutter, easy to see colour, performance and price. I have never had a melting or jamming issue...Like JB says - don't over load your spool - I put in about 12-15' and use it until it ejects out of the head and respool in a matter of seconds...good luck!

[@MarkNehemiah]

@@kirkthebeerslinger yes I would have to look and see, but I believe the one I bought this spring is a 450. It only happens occasionally. I am always using the same length (two of my arm spans,) it usually works great, but I am still occasionally getting through 1/2 the spool and it gets to a knotted spot then won’t dispense. That’s only happened a few times this whole season though. 9 times out of ten it works like you said. I am running .095 husqvarna with the stronger center portion. I actually love the Shakespeare ugly line, I used that for years. I trim along several hinder feet of chain link every week though, so that’s how I ended up trying the husqvarna pro line. It does last longer get along the chain link I feel like.

[@ChuckP25.]

Hey JB - great video. I have a trimmer with that head and an old FS45, too. Been thinking about going with the Echo speed head for the new trimmer, but I just don't see the need. Thumbs up from Iowa. Thanks for putting me on the cool comment board. Peace.

[@GarageGear]

@@ChuckP25. thanks for being a cool fan Chuck! I appreciate you! You could always trade up. Sell your Stihl and put that money toward an echo. Or you could buy just a speed feed head and swap it out on your Stihl. Food for thought! Enjoy your weekend!

[@glenherbert7606]

I have always hated the double string when it comes to restringing.

[@GarageGear]

@@glenherbert7606 it’s old school tech that needs to be updated!

[@electroddxful]

Great video JB 👍🙏👍🙏

[@GarageGear]

@@electroddxful thanks Ray! Hope you’re having a great weekend bud! 👍

[@liljoeii6091]

I will have to remember that how you rewind that, try to keep this video THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO

[@GarageGear]

@@liljoeii6091 hey Joe dont worry I won’t be taking this video down! 👍

[@kirkthebeerslinger]

Great tutorial as always JB! Clear and straightforward instructions...As you know I am and Echo fan for their reliability AND especially as the SRM-225 and up come with the Speed Feed head...Stihl are also excellent - ppl should just spend the extra $35USD and get the Speed Feed 400 head from Home Depot and upgrade IMHO... cheers!

[@GarageGear]

@@kirkthebeerslinger appreciate you Kirk! Keeping it to the point here with this one! Thinking about putting one on this Stihl. Thoughts?

[@robertmailhos8159]

I've been there did that back in the day with my auto cut 25 a great idea is to spray some silicone to help with the line coming out of the head and keep the cutting knife nice and sharp to keep the line J B

[@GarageGear]

@@robertmailhos8159 good tips there Robert! 👍👍

[@robertmailhos8159]

@@GarageGear 👍👍

[@marklloyd4153]

May be near you this month if I am do you want me to drop off one of my HRC mowers for you to keep for awhile and do like a long term review ??

[@GarageGear]

Hey mark! Appreciate the offer but I’m kinda winding down mowers at this point and heading toward leaf blowers and snowblowers real soon.

[@BigDaddysGarage]

So glad I don't have to load string anymore! LOL

[@GarageGear]

@@BigDaddysGarage you have an ego strong trimmer correct?

[@BigDaddysGarage]

@@GarageGear I do. Don't hate me! 😂

[@GarageGear]

@@BigDaddysGarage no hate here!

[@Brendan6602]

Echo speedfeed 400 all day only trimmer head I’ll ever use

[@GarageGear]

@@Brendan6602 I like that one a lot better too! 👍

[@DavidStauffacher]

Thanks. Do you recommend upgrading to gas (still) trimmer vs my old black & decker electric trimmer? Better quality? Maintenance? What to look for? My residential yard similar to yours. ❤ your videos.

[@GarageGear]

@@DavidStauffacher hey David! You’ll get a lot more power and better quality! Maintenance is relatively simple with these! Stay tuned because in a couple weeks I’ll have a comparison video with this trimmer vs an echo srm225! Thanks for being a cool fan!

[@LL-mt2nz]

Better everything. You will be shocked at how fast you trim your yard. The Echo JB mentioned is the best. Easy to load. Bullet proof reliability. And you can get the mix at Home Depot in case you can’t make it to a dealer.

[@billneistorowich6801]

My Echo has the speed loader head on it. Easy -peesy.

[@GarageGear]

@@billneistorowich6801 I like that one a lot better too👍

[@6527dave]

I have an older model, but I like to cut the end of the string at a 45 degree angle before inserting.

[@GarageGear]

@@6527dave good tip! 👍

[@timraber6575]

I used those types of heads till I found the speed feed head. I used cheap string that would melt in the head. I tossed the head and string. I also quit using Stihl and moved to Echo. The problem with the echo head is the bottom wears out, so I carry an head with me. I replace the cover and move on. No melted line either.

[@GarageGear]

@@timraber6575 good info here Tim! Thanks for sharing this! 👍

[@j_bos8777]

Will you do a video on how to check/ adjust valve clearance on a OHV lawn mower ? (e.g. Honda engine, Briggs and Stratton, Kohler, Kawasaki, etc.)

[@GarageGear]

@@j_bos8777 hey j not any time soon! Got a heavy schedule of videos planned! Thanks for the video idea

[@misterh1]

I had the Echo Speedfeed and whenever I had to reload it, the line always crossed channels on me and would bind up. Someone recently convinced me to try it again so I have one sitting in the garage. If it doesn't load properly, I'll switch my whole ecosystem to Stihl.

[@GarageGear]

@@misterh1 thanks for sharing this h!

[@mrRoverkane]

I’m gas everything … EXCEPT trimmer. I love my ego 😂 that auto load is amazing. I just wish it was longer.. I’m 5’9 And it’s still too short for me

[@GarageGear]

@@mrRoverkane I’ve actually heard this from multiple people. Guess they really got to make it longer!

[@paulb2769]

Echo speed feed is Soooo much better!! Much faster and easier !!! 👍

[@GarageGear]

@@paulb2769 I agree Paul! This one is old fashioned

[@smallblock412]

Nothing more annoying than needing to reload the trimmer head in the middle of the job. 😂 Echo speedfeed FTW.

[@GarageGear]

@@smallblock412 agreed! Perhaps I’ll put one on this Stihl! What do you think?

[@smallblock412]

@@GarageGear Absolutely. The install can be another video!

[@GarageGear]

@@smallblock412 I’ll see if I can fit it in!

[@marklloyd4153]

O no. I tell people just buy the Echo model it’s so much easier

[@GarageGear]

@@marklloyd4153 I agree! This method is old!

[@tempusveritas8901]

Thanks but No thanks. I bought a FS45 brand new years ago. They got me on that one. Curved shaft built up heat and the line welded itself in the head. Rite from day one. No more STIHL

[@GarageGear]

@@tempusveritas8901 oh man thanks for sharing this my friend!

[@mattjones1792]

Stihl trimmer heads are junk I love my speed feed heads

[@GarageGear]

I agree!