Koolbob THANK YOU - I've been scuffling with the string trimmer thinking "there must be a better way" and was thinking about trying a hedge trimmer instead. You've saved me literal hours of my life.
@TheGuitarRoom4 ай бұрын
Those of you watching this, I have had every hedge trimmer on the market. This use of one is brilliant. There is one tool I would suggest overall. It is a Hass Varna like this gentleman is using, however, the model is a 525HE3. I have every pro level pole tool that Hannah makes and almost their full line of pro chainsaws. This is the tool that I use the most. It is a shorter pole saw with articulating head and would be perfect for this application. That is turning it into a form of scythe for weed eating. This is a brilliant application and it works ingeniously. This particular tool is almost 3 times more powerful than the homeowner version and only one and a half times the cost. Hope this helps.
@lorenjensen20342 ай бұрын
Husqvarna
@BrianPhillipsRC24 күн бұрын
Looks like it worked great! Thanks for the tip
@gchristodoulou100 Жыл бұрын
Basically hes using a scythe type motion. Brilliant improvisation.
@colinw732 Жыл бұрын
I have a pole saw that also has a hedge trimmer attachment. I was thinking about trying it on my long grass and after seeing your video, I will try it. I just have to wait until the air quality from the fires north of me clears up. Thanks for the video.
@Koolbob2 Жыл бұрын
Your hedge trimmer attachment may work, but if you find the pole too long or the angle of the hedge trimmer is awkward. If so, you might be happier with a hedge trimmer attachment that articulates so you can set it to be level with the ground.
@GrandRiverLandscaping2 ай бұрын
Have a big job tomorrow and will try this Pole Hedge Trimmer. Thanks
@Koolbob22 ай бұрын
Let us know how it works for you!
@jamiyabennett4503Ай бұрын
Great video and lesson
@Koolbob2Ай бұрын
Thank you!
@snakemadness1439 Жыл бұрын
Works smarter not hard I ALWAYS SAY 😊Great job
@Koolbob2 Жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@Guishan_Lingyou4 ай бұрын
This looks very helpful. I am trying to reclaim a relatively small property, without too much elbow grease, or money. I have a battery string trimmer and a couple of chainsaws, but I need something in between.
@alanchase7329Ай бұрын
I have a metal disc with three blades on my brush cutter. Goes through thick weeds better than a hedge trimmer. Will also easily cut through saplings up to an inch thick.
@cmcnichols48 ай бұрын
Interesting. I am going to try this on my kudzu. Thanks.
@ForvoQuizlet Жыл бұрын
Wow - a lightsaber for weeds!
@Koolbob2 Жыл бұрын
LOL! Yes, great description for how well it works!
@joannasarcamedes8191 Жыл бұрын
ive been wondering if i could use a hedge trimmer for weeds and this video came up thanks.
@Guranga9328 күн бұрын
Unlike a trimmer this makes it very easy and much quicker to rake up the grass afterwards
@infinit27902 жыл бұрын
I remember you from your AirTag video loved this and that video it help with not breaking it
@Koolbob22 жыл бұрын
Thank you for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. I'm so glad to hear the videos are helpful!
@infinit27902 жыл бұрын
@@Koolbob2 no problem!
@skiidzman9 ай бұрын
This might actually.... be the perfect tool to mow my .45 acre lot in Texas that has a bunch of limestone rocks randomly. Lol
@Koolbob29 ай бұрын
I have a lot of poison ivy on my property and the string trimmer threads everything and throws bits of it all over my legs, the hedge trimmer just cuts it in two. :)
@Oledad2 жыл бұрын
Verrrrrrry smart
@MTBTrek3429 күн бұрын
Agree I feel string trimmer isn’t as versatile as pole hedge trimmer.
@andreabond3501 Жыл бұрын
I it jams with certain grasses
@JDM297Ай бұрын
What brand / part # is that hedge trim attachment and what model Husqvarna weed whacker is that?
@Koolbob2Ай бұрын
Please look in the description below the video, there's a link to it there.
@thcdreams654 Жыл бұрын
Did you buy this attachment already on the handle or you modified it yourself? I had a lot of trees cut down and now I am dealing with the same issue. Thanks.
@Koolbob2 Жыл бұрын
Sorry I didn't make that clearer in the video. The hedge trimmer attachment is a universal unit that fits most string trimmers with shafts that disconnect so you can use other attachments. Here's the one I'm using... www.homedepot.com/p/TrimmerPlus-Universal-22-in-Articulating-Hedge-Trimmer-String-Trimmer-Attachment-TPH720/317626710
@SingtoYouTube3 ай бұрын
What machine do you used? I want to buy the whole set. Thank you
@Koolbob23 ай бұрын
I'm using a Husqvarna 128LD string trimmer, it's rated at 1hp. I wouldn't recommend any less than 1hp since it takes more power to run the hedge trimmer attachment than it does to operate the standard string trimmer attachment. If I were shopping for a string trimmer today I would probably buy the commercial duty Husqvarna 525LK with about 30% more power than my current trimmer. Any string trimmer with 1hp or more and the ability to use different attachments should do just fine.
@SingtoYouTube3 ай бұрын
@@Koolbob2 thank you. I will buy one set like you. I am having the weed problem too. Headache but your post help me to solve the problem. 🙏
@Dshields012 Жыл бұрын
What kind of trimmer are you using? I have a similar issue looking at which make and model will be a good purchase for myself... thanks
@Koolbob2 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment! It takes more power to run the hedge trimmer attachment than it does to spin the string trimmer head, so be sure to buy a trimmer with enough power. I'm using a Husqvarna 128LD which is rated at 1hp and I would recommend getting a similar trimmer with at least 1hp. www.husqvarna.com/us/string-trimmers/128ld/
@notasuperuser4 ай бұрын
Does it work for the EGO String trimmer ST1510E?
@Koolbob24 ай бұрын
I'm not familiar with EGO trimmers, but if your trimmer will accept a 'universal' attachment, then this should work. If your EGO trimmer uses a proprietary, EGO specific attachment connection, then look for an articulating hedge trimmer to fit an EGO.
@loociusАй бұрын
How Would That Work For Cattails Below The Water Surface?+
@Koolbob2Ай бұрын
Interesting question. I bet it would cut just fine, but I'm sure the water would ruin the unit after the first use. Something like this would be a better choice. weedersdigest.com/weed-shear-razor-sharp-v-shaped-pond-lake-weed-cutter/?SouthWeedShearSearch&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADxIbUwgfUv-PTvthebTRXlQI35ux&gclid=CjwKCAjw4ri0BhAvEiwA8oo6FzM0BcvFftxXKNIY3cfa7rRlOxBRoyXZUrE203Jg6_PgzkvZ-TgEKxoCILIQAvD_BwE
@cj5484 ай бұрын
Cool
@jamesdunphy626210 ай бұрын
Did you build the timmer? I am interested to get those. Just bought house with huge back yards 3 acres but left me over 2 feet tall grass. The second owner never bothered to clean them up. So I have to do it myself. Alone. This part for sure gonna help me. I am gonna buy brand new trimmer. And I would like buy this parts add for my trimmer. How did you hook it up together?
@Koolbob210 ай бұрын
Some string trimmers have a shaft that can be separated in the middle so accessories other than string trimming heads can be attached. There are a few trimmers that will only accept accessories from their manufacturers, but most will accept 'universal' accessories. I'm using a Husqvarna string trimmer with a Universal 22 in. Articulating Hedge Trimmer String Trimmer Attachment. www.homedepot.com/p/TrimmerPlus-Universal-22-in-Articulating-Hedge-Trimmer-String-Trimmer-Attachment-TPH720/317626710 Be sure to get a string trimmer with a powerful motor (at least 1hp), it takes more power to run the Articulating Hedge Trimmer than it takes to spin a piece of string. I see that Husqvarna sells two different trimmers with Articulating Hedge Trimmer built in and a 1.34hp motor. One trimmer looks to have a longer shaft than the other, depending on your height, you may prefer one over the other. I'm sure other manufacturers have similar models. Here are the two Husqvarna models I just found. www.husqvarna.com/us/hedge-trimmers/525he3/ www.husqvarna.com/us/hedge-trimmers/525he4/
@ElisabethBilar Жыл бұрын
You think it could take out raspberry/blackberry scrub?
@Koolbob2 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching! We do have a couple patches of Blackberrys, but no more than a couple of square feet. Our weeds are mostly a thicket of grapevine, grasses, sassafras and pine seedlings and other 'stuff'. I lost the manual years ago, but I think the trimmer will cut up to 3/8 diameter material.
@djamesbingham4 ай бұрын
It takes care f blackberry bramble no problem.
@tddeangelo4 ай бұрын
I use a similar setup (Stihl, but same idea) and cut brush with it with little issue up to about 3/4" diameter. Bush honeysuckle, green briars, weeds...it will cut it all. The hedge trimmer attachment on the Stihl is my preferred tool for cutting shooting lanes where I hunt, actually.
@flynick Жыл бұрын
Watch out for rocks
@Koolbob2 Жыл бұрын
Good point, thankfully I've never hit a rock with the hedge trimmer in the woods. I have hit a lot of rocks with the string trimmer along the edge of the driveway and street and boy does it sting when the rocks hit your shins!
@tddeangelo4 ай бұрын
@@Koolbob2 I use a Stihl Kombi with a hedge trimmer (same concept as your Husqvarna), and the hedge trimmer has no issue with rocks. It won't throw them nor really be damaged by them. The only thing I've come up against that is a worry is an old wire fence. The hedge clippers actually will cut the fencing wire, but it isn't good for the blades.
@mkshffr49367 ай бұрын
Modern day sythe. Maybe you could make hay with it. 😇
@Jenny-yq2sd Жыл бұрын
Sounds like a mosquito 🤣🤣🤣🤣
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