How To Refill a Spool on Stihl FSA 57 String Trimmer - AutoCut C 3-2 Linehead

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CaptainADK

CaptainADK

Күн бұрын

A quick and easy demo for how to add new line to restring your Stihl FSA57 trimmer. Don’t buy a refill cartridge because you can buy string in bulk and refill the spool yourself for much less money.

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@Ladyscotia
@Ladyscotia Жыл бұрын
Best video ever. I am a smart lady used to doing things by myself. My man has rethreaded this in the past and whatever he did was really complicated. You video had me back to weed wacking in less than 5 minutes. I kept the little plastic piece (the item that was causing me most of my grief} but it works perfectly without it. Still feeds extra line by taping on the ground. I am a happy, and still independent, gal.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Proud of you! You can do anything. You can use the white plastic piece as a Stihl inspired cookie cutter!
@davidgarcia-hq3el
@davidgarcia-hq3el 10 ай бұрын
Cookie cutter. Lol’s
@neilallen940
@neilallen940 2 жыл бұрын
Just brilliant, I really don't understand why Stihl don't put this in the instructions! Thank you so much!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Probably the upsell to but the 3-packs!
@chdjhns
@chdjhns Жыл бұрын
They do it so you will go out and buy the new heads
@chdjhns
@chdjhns Жыл бұрын
Still probably does not want you to know this they want you to go out and buy a new head
@emmaslow
@emmaslow 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for saving my sanity! I worked out how to do this last year somehow but this spring I couldn't recall any of it 🤦‍♀️ 🤣
@jabaricribbs5748
@jabaricribbs5748 Ай бұрын
Dear Stihl: Pay this man some $$$ legit best how to video I’ve seen on YTube 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
I like $$$. I like $$$$$$$ even more. hahahaha. Thanks Mr. Cribbs!
@rternowski
@rternowski 26 күн бұрын
Man, I've been taking the spool off and trying to wind it. No wonder I've been having so many problems! The instructions are in pictures and doesn't explain it too well. Thanks!
@susanfoster1916
@susanfoster1916 Жыл бұрын
This video is SO helpful! I was so frustrated that a Stihl product did not have an easy way to restring the spool. The instruction book does not even address this,as they want you to purchase new spools. But, the new spools get jammed right away so that is no solution. Both my husband and I went to the Stihl dealer and didn't find the help we needed to restring. This video showed how SIMPLE it is - and the tip to get rid of the plastic spool covering is great! I cut them off, and now everything is working beautifully! The Stihl trimmer is otherwise very good - and the battery lasts a very long time. We have two batteries, but one really goes a long way. THANK YOU! This video made my day! :)
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Yep two batteries is the secret to a happy life. Although my trimmer doesn't use much battery. I usually keep the second battery in my Stihl leaf blower so it's ready after all the weeds and grass are trimmed.
@ruthwatters3840
@ruthwatters3840 Жыл бұрын
This is my go to video each time I run out of string. It is the clearest explanation and so simple……takes the stress and worry out of this job. Thanks so much for taking the time to post and help all of us.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Go Ruth!! Come back any time.... or every time!
@rebar2506
@rebar2506 2 жыл бұрын
I can not THANK YOU ENOUGH ...Im a young widow and this was very simple, clear instructions. Im so glad I found your video. Thank you once again
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Hang in there Reba. I hope you and your family are ok. There's always help out there if you need it -- at the Stihl store or right here on silly old KZbin.
@TheToolmanTim
@TheToolmanTim 2 жыл бұрын
I've been using string trimmers all my life and never knew reloading could be done this easily. Awesome video. Thanks for posting it!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Depends on the trimmer but yeah these are sweet and easy.
@dwmccary
@dwmccary Жыл бұрын
Great how to video! You saved me $18 and a bunch of time. The original cartridge got gummed up and stopped releasing gut. I thought it ran out of gut. When I opened the canister I saw it had instead jammed and still had 15 feet of usable gut. I thought I'd have to buy a new cartridge. But these instructions helped me cut off the white plastic 'gut cover' and rethread all that good remaining gut. Works great! Thanks again.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Go with your gut, that's what my grandpappy always said. Sorry for the late reply, but glad you found this helpful.
@KimHannon-f2p
@KimHannon-f2p Ай бұрын
You're a life saver. I had been having issues with the string jamming in the spool. I followed your instructions and took the plastic off and restrung the spool. THANK YOU!!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
It might have a purpose beyond frustrating customers, but I really don't think you need it
@joannsouthall9911
@joannsouthall9911 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing this. I am a 74 year old woman that has been struggling with this. It works perfectly!!!! Bless you!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
I admire you for keeping up with power tools and strenuous yard work. When I'm 74 I hope to be limber and lively just like you.
@amanda1500
@amanda1500 29 күн бұрын
Thank you. I just bought one yesterday and the spool jammed shortly into 1st use. After watching your video I fixed it. Much appreciated.
@stephenhastings4752
@stephenhastings4752 10 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. My cable ran out and I took it back to the local Stihl dealer…..they wound it wrongly and jammed the machine. Thanks to you it works well now. Greetings from Bulgaria.
@FunkyColdMedallion
@FunkyColdMedallion 3 ай бұрын
It's infuriating how easy this was AFTER removing the white plastic part! 😅 Thank you for this video!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Infuriating followed by infuriating... hahahaha
@mrtape1400
@mrtape1400 3 жыл бұрын
Coincidentally I just purchased a brand new FSA 57 and after using it for a few hrs, the factory green string stopped coming out of the spool. I watched your video and YES as you stated,the white band had caused the string to get all tangled up. I removed the white band and threw it away. I then removed all the green string and rethreaded as you demonstrated in your video. To date no more problems, thanks so much.
@davidpotter9462
@davidpotter9462 Жыл бұрын
Changing string for the first time. I probably should have gotten the commercial model
@durban64
@durban64 Жыл бұрын
Brand new I only got 30min. out of mine same problem it has happened several times since. Next time I have to take it apart those white bands are coming off
@davidpotter9462
@davidpotter9462 Жыл бұрын
@@durban64 yes only so much of the line can come out then it'll start messing up with it in there. I kept it but took it out.
@WrenBrady
@WrenBrady 4 ай бұрын
There is nothing in the manual about this. Thank you so much.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Yeah... can't figure out why. Maybe different head come with different trimmers. Either way, this is the way.
@Mbonner73
@Mbonner73 Жыл бұрын
This video just saved me a ton of money....... and time. I bought this trimmer for my Papa (he's 92) and showed him how to refill the line, even with how weak his hands are he's able to refill the trimmer with ease. I originally bought him the refills and he could not open it up to put the refills in it, he thinks you and I thank you for posting this. I honestly wish all the Stihl trimmers were this easy to refill?
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
What a great story. I have a 92 year old neighbor so I totally get it. You've made Papa proud that he can keep doing things for himself. Well done!
@sugarbaker6271
@sugarbaker6271 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much for this easy to understand video! My husband had a stroke and doesn’t have fine motor skills with is right hand anymore and has a hard telling me what to do. We were able to complete this task without ending up with him being frustrated and me in tears, thank you so much.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Sorry for the late reply, but you're a good wife for taking this on. I hope he's doing better but don't give him back the FSA 57! You're the yard master hahahaha
@lesliepowell8838
@lesliepowell8838 5 ай бұрын
Where have you been all my life...or as long as I've owned my Stihl?!! My husband bought this for me, knowing I love a neat garden and good garden toys. Thank you, thank you. I knew there had to be a simpler process than pulling the whole machine apart every time I ran out of string. And I got rid of that plastic ring, too. Heading out to trim ! Again, thank you!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Ha I guess I've been hiding behind my computer Leslie. Glad you're up and running. Keep that garden neat and keep on trimmin'
@EdwardFiedler
@EdwardFiedler Жыл бұрын
Genius! The Stihl manual is useless. Once I followed your instructions, everything worked and it was simple. Removing that white band from the spool made the whole loading reliable. Thank you!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
If I ever meet the CEO of Stihl I'm gonna ask him about that white band!!! He'll be like, "Oh that was my idea." Hahahahahaha
@tonypiccini7814
@tonypiccini7814 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!!!!! The guy at the store I bought it at showed me how by taking it apart and winding it manually. This is so easy
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Yep this style you can use the arrow method
@roughcutscanada
@roughcutscanada 2 ай бұрын
I just spent 1/2 hour loading new string in my wife’s trimmer for the first time. It almost went into the pond 😂 I sure wish I had seen your video before attempting to load the string with no manual. Thank You!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
It's ok, now you're the expert!
@BarbaraShikles
@BarbaraShikles Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for showing how to rethread the trimmer string onto the spool of a Stihl FSA-57 trimmer. Now I won’t have to buy new spools or pay to have mine rethreaded. You showed it so well and made it so easy to do, that even an old woman can rethread hers. Thank you, thank you!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Yep save your money for stuff that you can't do yourself like pumping the septic tank or flying a jet to Jamaica.
@mtnboy1954
@mtnboy1954 Жыл бұрын
Worked like a charm! I re-strung the spool the other day and it was a disaster when I pulled the trigger on it. She cuts great now so thanks a bunch for such an enlightening video!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Cool man. It may still jam up a little but way less than if the white ring stayed put.
@MeganPicard-d1u
@MeganPicard-d1u Жыл бұрын
I thought my new trimmer had already run out of string. I was waiting for my local small engine repair guy to show me how but the grass kept growing. I got frustrated and watched your video. Turned out one side had broken off, I pulled it all out, re-threaded it and I'm back to trimming. Thank you for sharing.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Yeah that happens to me almost every time I do a lot of edging along pavement or concrete. Sometimes you can bump feed your way back to two-sided string, but other times you have to pull it all out like you did.
@jodyrobertson996
@jodyrobertson996 3 жыл бұрын
Great audio and visual explanations. You made it simple and sweet. Thank you!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Glad it helped and was easy to follow.
@johngburtonbudzinski7608
@johngburtonbudzinski7608 3 жыл бұрын
@@captainadk2049 you saved the day bro . . . this is what utubie all about, owe you a cyber beer or two!!!!
@judysmith8601
@judysmith8601 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, as lady said below I am a lady who likes to do things myself with a busy husband. Your video saved me bothering him to do what turned out to be a perfectly simple task
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Ladies like landscaping!!!
@jiml1729
@jiml1729 4 ай бұрын
Saved my weekend and kept me from throwing the dang head in the trash when it jammed. Thanks man.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Ha no it's reusable
@grandpamike515
@grandpamike515 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the simple way to restring this trimmer. I removed the white plastic band as well, it does make a difference, my trimmer doesn't bind up now.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
That dang ring!! Nice work!
@JenniferRainey-k1y
@JenniferRainey-k1y 3 ай бұрын
Ummm…Sir….you are my hero! I am woman who loves yard work and house remodels. I like to do things myself! Your video makes more sense than any Stihl video I looked up!!! Thanks to you I don’t feel dumb! Thank you!!!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Now YOU'RE the hero. Keep on tackling this stuff Jennifer.
@debibarney2485
@debibarney2485 3 ай бұрын
You were a blessing today my husband had back surgery and I needed to weed eat. I could not figure it out. This was the simplest video I’ve ever seen you’re awesome thank you. Thank you.🎉
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
I hope your husband is doing better Debi. You're a good wife for getting into the weeds. Keep on trimmin'
@kathidixon
@kathidixon 3 ай бұрын
Thank you. Great help. I took that white thing off and it fixed my problem. I’m 73 and my hands are not as strong as they use to be. Tip for senior citizens: use a quarter to turn the spool. I even attached an Aldi quarter holder to my line reel. Happy Mimi
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Love the quarter tip Kathi! Even a good size flat head screwdriver would help too. Never thought of that but I'm gonna use your tip next time
@Lele-er9xt
@Lele-er9xt Жыл бұрын
BEST AND EASIEST VIDEO IVE EVER SEEN!! I went to SS where i bought it from, a nice man showed me how to rethread approx 2 months .. I honestly forgot how to do ! Wayyy more complicated! You are awesome and greatly appreciated for sharing this video! I wish I could give you 2 thumbs up and a hug🤣🤣 !! ty so very much!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Yeah Stihl makes it so easy but doesn't tell you how easy!
@mountainskyaerialphotograp3921
@mountainskyaerialphotograp3921 Жыл бұрын
I picked up mine new at a yard sale for 100 bucks. Just ran out of line and your the first video I got. Thanks a bunch, work like a champ!👍
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Superb! (I went to high school with Sue Perb hahahahahaha)
@bjb7587
@bjb7587 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you. Couldn't understand why I could not find this simple maintenance procedure in the manual, other than "install a new spool of line". Nicely designed procedure. Would think they'd want to brag about it.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Don't get me started on corporate types. Too much thinkin' and not enough doin'
@michaelleff326
@michaelleff326 2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, thanks for the tips. You're right about discarding that white plastic guard sleeve -- apparently, that's how it comes after factory installation but not needed after first cut (if at all). One point: I'm using thinner string, not as stiff, so it didn't poke straight through the way yours did...but I got the idea, and just threaded through easily before I slipped it back into the trimmer head.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Ingenuity my man!
@accordiona
@accordiona 4 ай бұрын
My jaw dropped! Thank you so much for teaching me how to do this! I have had so many line jams from not knowing how to install the replacement line correctly. ❤❤❤
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Revelations are quite something. Keep on trimmin'
@LindaHorner-d7w
@LindaHorner-d7w 26 күн бұрын
Thanks, Cap! I just restrung my fsa57 easy peasy with your help‼️😃👏-Linda
@miltonluginbuhl5481
@miltonluginbuhl5481 3 жыл бұрын
This video is something that I needed, but could not find in the manual that came with the Stihl FSA 57. Thank you so much for sharing ‘How to refill the spool’ of a Stihl FSA 57. You added cheer to my day! Thanks!!
@autosalesqueen
@autosalesqueen 2 жыл бұрын
Doesn't say it in the manual either
@heathersavage2487
@heathersavage2487 2 жыл бұрын
Removing the white plastic guard made my trimmer work so much better. Thank you!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Go Heather!!
@patriciagibb7855
@patriciagibb7855 Жыл бұрын
I'm so darn glad you were the first video that I saw. Thank you so very much for sharing this information. I was sitting here trying to figure out how to get the white cover off the spool so I could refill. Thanks again. You're a lifesaver.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
That dang thing is nothing but trouble
@cynthiahipsher6460
@cynthiahipsher6460 4 ай бұрын
Can't thank you enough for this video! NONE of the other videos make it this easy! I'm a widow and just started doing the yardwork and I was getting so frustrated! This was so helpful.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Cynthia I'm sorry to hear your sad news. With all the changes to your life, I hope yard work is among the easier ones to tackle. You might even end up enjoying it. It's just you and the machine, and it might clear your head a little. I'm happy this video helped you. Help is everywhere around you.
@peggyjudd7265
@peggyjudd7265 6 ай бұрын
I approach my lawn care with the zeal of a 1950's male. This video is gold--thank you!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
This might be the comment of the century. Or should I say... mid-century hahahaha. Keep on trimmin' Peggy
@helenbushell6176
@helenbushell6176 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for making this. I couldn't believe it when I read the instructions and we're supposed to replace the whole part. Now I never will. It's so easy when you explain it.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
There probably are instructions somewhere but I sure couldn't find them.
@jamescameron7859
@jamescameron7859 Жыл бұрын
I was surprised that they didn't say anything about reloading the spool in the owner's manual. Thank you for the helpful video!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Me too!! But you did it!
@highway7562
@highway7562 2 жыл бұрын
You Sir, are the epitome of a resourceful American homeowner! Thanks for the tip!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
I like BEING a resource too. Keep coming back for more.
@patriciathompson5181
@patriciathompson5181 3 жыл бұрын
Wow, you are definitely my hero!!!! Every Stihl dealership around here is sold out of them replacement cartilage. So they do have the replacement heads still 19.99. Well I love my FSA 57 but I'm not made of money either. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! DIY VAGurl😎
@keithburke5687
@keithburke5687 3 жыл бұрын
Perfect this is exactly the information I needed great video thanks for your help
@salleypeyree4237
@salleypeyree4237 2 жыл бұрын
Your video was perfect! So easy to follow and it actually Worked! Thank you. I’m just a little hillbilly girl with a strong back and small brain. I feel so proud not having to consult with my brother. 😊
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Well you did it, so let's say strong brain and small back! Keep tryin' new stuff and gaining confidence. You can do it!
@garysstuff2247
@garysstuff2247 10 ай бұрын
Oh wow!! What a great video. Simple and easy to understand. Thanks so much!!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 10 ай бұрын
Go Gary Go!
@devonasherwood470
@devonasherwood470 2 жыл бұрын
Finally!!!! My God, thank you so much for the simple instructions. I have been struggling with this thing for a year!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May!!!
@buzz6989
@buzz6989 8 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. I whippersnip and reline this for my oma and its caused me so much greif. Wow. Cant believe how simple it can be!!! I love you. I love your voice. Thanks from Hannah, Australia
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Hannah that's very nice of you to say. I like the word whippersnip. Gonna start using that in America
@cindybarrigar2197
@cindybarrigar2197 3 жыл бұрын
O.M.G.! That was so easy! It took me 10 times longer to find this video than it did to follow your directions and rethread it! Thank you, thank you, thank you!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 3 жыл бұрын
I’ve learned a lot from other videos over the years so I thought I’d give back
@jamesreid8284
@jamesreid8284 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you Cap'n ADK- worked a dream! Didn't cost me a penny as I had some old strimmer wire lying around from years ago. Two comments: 1. You can leave the pointless white thing on if you ensure the holes are lined up. 2. 8 metres is about 26' (I love you Americans with your quaint old measurement systems!)
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Ha pointless is the proper word! And thanks for the measurement. I just stretch my arms apart twice and cut the string.
@victorparks5378
@victorparks5378 3 ай бұрын
Great Tip for prospective buyers. Was hesitant on buying one of these until I saw your video. Stihl owes you big time. Thank you!!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
I think you're the only one who watched BEFORE buying Victor. You're a smart man!
@eddielephew9089
@eddielephew9089 2 жыл бұрын
Wow thank you so much.I been going weekly to get my weed eater restringed and mine was jamming everytime, so now I am gone keep this piece of Stihl, I was ready throw the new whole thing away !
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
There’s always a way with CaptainADK!
@rickeydamian901
@rickeydamian901 2 жыл бұрын
A W for us regular Joe homeowners. You saved us money. Thank you sir
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Every little bit helps. Plus the pride.
@adamcolbertmusic
@adamcolbertmusic 3 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I have this exact same trimmer model and it ran out of line just now. The white ring, I think, serves a few purposes... The first is that it has curved "teeth" which correspond to some protruding "walls" on the inside of the hub (by hub I mean the part still attached to the weed eater). HOWEVER this is redundant in terms of keeping it in place because the spool head itself has four "curved teeth" which keep it secured in place with the grey Stihl cap/ring which itself is secured to the hub. And the other purpose the white ring serves, which I believe to be the main purpose, is to deter the customer from respooling it themselves!!! On one side of the spool there are two holes which say 2.0 mm and on the opposite side there are two holes which say 1.6 mm. Next to the holes are thin, protruding "walls" and there are U-turn arrows..... So you just enter the appropriate string into the appropriate hole, wrap it around that wall in a 180° fashion as the arrows show, and then just continue spooling it. I suppose you could respool it by hand and keep the white plastic ring in place, which I will probably attempt to do before taking it off. Thank you again for uploading, this has saved me a lot of time and frustration, not to mention money!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 3 жыл бұрын
I see what you’re getting at but I think this method is easier than winding it with the spool hub removed. Glad it helped you!
@jahac18
@jahac18 2 жыл бұрын
Finally a video that properly shows how to get it done ! Thank you 🙏
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
That's why I made it. To help my fellow Americans and a bunch of nice international peeps too!
@teresaward8464
@teresaward8464 6 ай бұрын
So glad I found this! You have made my day! My husband & I have a lot of upkeep around here & I like to do my part. Thank you for this detailed video making it easy for so many!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Share the work, share the love
@michaelking263
@michaelking263 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for the video I have been waiting for months for the refill cartridge and no one has them. Thanks for your video I can now continue my work in my yard. Thanks a million. God Bless. 🙏
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Oh yeah wow that's crazy. Any brand of 2.0mm (.080") string will work. Home Depot has a ton of it.
@SophieWEST-c7i
@SophieWEST-c7i Жыл бұрын
Hi - can i just say “thank you” … recently divorced and trying to figure stuff out - power tools is one of them - really appreciate you helping me today - proud girl !
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
You're killin' it. Sorry to hear about the divorce but I know you'll bounce back better and stronger than ever. Threading a spool was just the first step.
@Hinkdogg
@Hinkdogg 2 жыл бұрын
Finally a great video straight to the point. Thank you so much.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Straight is my middle name!
@jeannedangelo7403
@jeannedangelo7403 Ай бұрын
This was helpful !! I couldnt get the string to come straight thru right away, it took quite a few tries, but i did it. Thx so much for the video
@donaldhaener3913
@donaldhaener3913 2 жыл бұрын
Great job. Thank for showing me how to do this simple technique. I've been frustrated, trying to thread the spool. Thanks.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Life's too short to be frustrated by stupid plastic string.
@fredmaiocco292
@fredmaiocco292 2 жыл бұрын
Sure beats my old trimmer spool string replacement! Highly recommend this product!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Thanks brother
@williamhobbs1641
@williamhobbs1641 2 жыл бұрын
How easy is this! Half way down the driveway and my newish 57 ran out of string... I came in and put the question to the world. I watched this video once, went out to the garage and found some cord from my dead B&D (a less than happy thing), followed these easy steps from memory (no small thing for my old, tired mind), and presto - I finished the driveway. Someone buy this nice man a glass of the best!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Great story!
@a1pigments
@a1pigments 6 күн бұрын
Thank you Captain ADK! You explained that beautifully so even I was able to renew the line. Tha manual is useless. I'm not surprised that you have a legion of fans.
@daturaca
@daturaca Жыл бұрын
Thanks so very much! Struggled with this nonsense for a week before I came across your video. Easy and down to earth - if you`ll forgive the pun!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 10 ай бұрын
Very punny! Keep on trimmin'
@dieseldodger111
@dieseldodger111 Жыл бұрын
I purchased some non branded wire reloaded cutter head , but the 2mm wire was binding. Told the dealer they said I needed branded replacement wire .Then I saw your video about the white sleeve round the wire holder, I’ve just removed that and the non branded 2mm wire working perfectly. Sending you a beer my friend
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
I don't think the dealer was being sneaky trying to make a sale, I think maybe he just didn't know how pesky that white ring is. Happy you got 'er goin'
@michaelstgeorge9550
@michaelstgeorge9550 3 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video brother, worked perfectly. I left my white ring on, just oriented the holes, worked perfectly, exactly as you demonstrated. Thanks again, great job!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Ok I hope it behaves. Keep on trimmin'
@bltefft
@bltefft Жыл бұрын
What a great video. I'm going to our local Ace Hardware tomorrow and buy an FSA 57 string trimmer. I'm an right leg amputee and work from my wheelchair. Being light weight is nice. Thanks for this.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
You got this! And I imagine you'll like the quieter battery operation too. Make sure you adjust the length of the shaft to your seated position.
@bltefft
@bltefft Жыл бұрын
@@captainadk2049 - will do. It worked great
@m.c.gaston1039
@m.c.gaston1039 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this! I can’t even find the correct replacement pods for my FS57, so I was SOL until I found your video.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Sweet!
@bobkoenig3960
@bobkoenig3960 2 жыл бұрын
Great job. You made this so simple. You’re my lifeline! Thanks very much. 😀👍
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Lifeline on the trimmer line
@dunkjordan1
@dunkjordan1 2 жыл бұрын
Captain ADK you’re awesome, best line replacement video for this model on the web!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
That made me smile
@GentlemanH
@GentlemanH 2 жыл бұрын
On my small instruction booklet which came with the machine it mentions that there are two possibilities. A string length of eight metres (26 feet) for a 1.6 mm diameter string; and a length of five metres (16 feet) for a 2.0 mm string. Thanks for a good video.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Yeah I probably do around 14 or 15 feet. Just kinda stretch my arms apart a few times and cut it there.
@Only-one-life-68
@Only-one-life-68 Жыл бұрын
Can u put a thicker nylon in,as the nylon is only 1.6 mm thick absolutely junk
@rogerhaddock5734
@rogerhaddock5734 2 жыл бұрын
Joe Homeowner, you saved my sanity messing with this spool. Store was no help as was the owners manual. like you said, they just want you to buy the prewound spools and keep this a secret. Hoping this makes the trimmer my new favorite tool from my least favorite! Cheers
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
Sweet! Another happy customer -- of mine! Hahahahaha. You should go back to the store and show them what you learned.... in a nice way.
@smellslikedirt525
@smellslikedirt525 5 ай бұрын
I would hug you if I could!!!! I just refilled mine. EASY PEAZIE. My husband is out of the country and I refuse to buy pre-made refills. I sure hope Stihl gives you a big cut on prices or free equipment. THANK YOU>
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Virtual hug accepted. Keep on trimmin'
@amberroberts1339
@amberroberts1339 5 ай бұрын
Just want to say thank you! I know this video is old but my goodness it saved me so much struggle 🤣 Weed eaters and me don’t get along most of the time and this just made things a whole lot simpler! Thanks!! Gained a follower for life! 🎉
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Aw thanks Amber. Keep on trimmin'
@lesliesilvia2680
@lesliesilvia2680 Жыл бұрын
Cannot thank you enough!!! You have no idea the profanity that preceded my finding your video!!!😁❤️❤️
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Hey it's a family show!!!
@browndawg9745
@browndawg9745 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing. I found your video just when I ran out of string on the 57. Your process worked great.
@adsamateurdiy5963
@adsamateurdiy5963 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for this video. Just threaded some 2mm string into my FSA 57 with ease thanks to these instructions!
@gabidane9815
@gabidane9815 2 жыл бұрын
Hello, could you please post what kind of string you used, maybe brand and where to buy. I googled "2mm string" with no luck as I don't understand what kind of material is used for this string. Thank you so much in advance.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
@@gabidane9815 I replied to your other comment
@vickibarnitt4822
@vickibarnitt4822 3 жыл бұрын
Wowie! This is EXACTLY what I needed! Thanks a million for saving my sanity.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 3 жыл бұрын
That's what I'm here for!
@jakemacaulay1416
@jakemacaulay1416 Жыл бұрын
Dude, you are the most awesome homeowner right now today. Thank you!🎉
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
No YOU are!!
@greghagen530
@greghagen530 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for taking the time to make the video. Works great. I knew there had to be an easier way.
@Sigjd
@Sigjd 4 ай бұрын
Excellent! Exactly what I needed and I really enjoyed throwing the white retainer plastic ring. You're the man.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Ring toss!
@lawrencedaniels4489
@lawrencedaniels4489 3 ай бұрын
I'm going to pay for my dinner tonight with the money this video saved me. Thanks so much!!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Free dinner! Sort of
@NeithDollhouse
@NeithDollhouse 2 ай бұрын
Omg SOO much easier than all those other tutorials, thank you! ❤
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
That's what I'm here for
@christineradburn8574
@christineradburn8574 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. One very happy 70 year old lady here !!😊
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
You're a role model!
@kilawhaleproductions6792
@kilawhaleproductions6792 2 жыл бұрын
"Coming right out the other side" best part of the video! The excitement in your voice lol. BTW thanks, this was super easy to do on mine!
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
After struggling with the dang thing, it IS the best part :)
@HectorOrtiz-c5g
@HectorOrtiz-c5g 6 ай бұрын
Thank you so much.I was about to make an extra trip to ace hardware so they could show me like an idiot.... You are very good at showing how to do things.... Thank you, buddy.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
I'm pretty sure they wouldn't have showed you this method, but any help is helpful
@BrainRotVideosAF
@BrainRotVideosAF 3 жыл бұрын
I can't begin to describe how incorrectly I was doing this. Science Bless you, sir.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 3 жыл бұрын
I like Science too!
@g.elijahdann4353
@g.elijahdann4353 Ай бұрын
Your vid came up first when I decided I needed some help with this. Thank you very much! That white ring was a bit confusing too! So far works great without it. The only thing that helped me was twisting that knob with a small pipe wrench. I guess my fingers aren’t as tough as yours. 😅
@craiggriswold8066
@craiggriswold8066 Жыл бұрын
You are the best!! Thank you so much. I was so frustrated...and your video has given me trimming peace! Thank you.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
The only thing better than trimming peace is financial peace!
@cornchiphero
@cornchiphero 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you sooooooo much: not that I was gonna buy a refil pack but you saved me time in scouring the net for instructions. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
@roadkinglobo
@roadkinglobo 2 ай бұрын
One of the best and most helpful videos out there. Just wanted to send a huge THANK you Sir.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
All hail the Road King! Keep on trimmin'
@robertfinley9977
@robertfinley9977 Жыл бұрын
Fabulous video. I just have to figure out where to save it so I can consult it again in the future. Your instructions worked perfectly.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 10 ай бұрын
Thanks Robert! You can just bookmark the page or email/text it to yourself.
@r3alms_rl945
@r3alms_rl945 3 ай бұрын
Great video. I tried refilling just by using common sense, and it worked but not correctly. This is very simple. Just needed an excellent video to lead me in the write direction.
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Ай бұрын
Glad it helped!
@sandrac8151
@sandrac8151 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! I was stumped with that white plastic ring! You saved the day but now I have to get back to work. 😂
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 Жыл бұрын
Yeah someone's gotta trim!
@Tjbrinker14
@Tjbrinker14 2 жыл бұрын
You are the man! Easiest instructions I’ve ever followed
@captainadk2049
@captainadk2049 2 жыл бұрын
I hate strugglin with stuff. So I tried to make it easy for everyone else.
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