Makita ER2600L review Screwfix trimmer / strimmer

Quick review of the Makita ER 2600 L grass strimmer / trimmer.
its 25.7 cc 2 stroke single cylinder. has a bump feed line mech, easy to start, lightweight and surprisingly quiet.
cold start took 4 pulls
hot start took 1 pull every time
vibration is minimal
cost at time of purchase was £105 inc VAT
easy to assemble, taking just a few minuets and as I state, it took longer to flatten the packaging than assemble the trimmer.
two stroke mix ratio is 50/1. it doesn't come with a pre mix bottle, you are going to have to buy this separately
overall im really please with this handy strimmer

[@Francisco-sx7th]

I have the same model and it works perfect for years. The only issue I had was the vibrations in my arms. Since I changed the head by another Makita model found on Amazon. It's way way better. I recommend the swap as it's not so expensive. Makita B-03006 Ultra Auto head is refrence of new head. Greetings from Belgium.

[@georgeshephard5984]

I use this strimmer purely for edging, and along places my lawn mower cannot get at. Bent shaft is very effective for edges, if you hold it in a different position it connects with edges perfectly. Good video btw

[@lewispewsey6843]

Brilliant video mate. I've currently got a qualcast its about 12 years old and starting to show signs of it dying. I've serviced every year until this year where I'm think of buying this one.

[@philperrin8725]

If you pull the throttle leaver to full and push start leaver fully forward will no lock trigger in start position once started pull throttle leaver to release from start mode to run mode makes starting easier

[@romy4858]

Thanks mate. That really helped 😃

[@titansoldier1162]

Great video very informative

[@ScottishLad.]

You have to join the Military to use it. Lmao nice review

[@christopherr1830]

I own a makita ER2650LH ...you don't need a military cert to run it, they're simple as to use

[@ScottishLad.]

@@christopherr1830 its a joke lol i should have used quotes back then "You have to join the Military to use it" @ 5:08

[@user-je1xu3kf8y]

This was such a good strimmer of mine until it decided to not work this season.

[@richardjweeks]

I was really pleased that mine fired straight up, no hesitation once primed and pulled through a few times. I don't store fuel in it over winter as I think the methanol and oil cause problems.

[@georginasiddall5439]

We’ve just bought this trimmer brand new. It doesn’t start up. I get it to the point where I’m putting my finger on the throttle, and then it cuts out after a second or two. Any suggestions ?

[@richardjweeks]

If you start it with choke on, are you letting it warm up for a minute before operating the throttle? Also make sure the oil / petrol ratio is correct. If problems persist, return it to where you bought it and ask them to check it over. Regards Richard

[@philperrin8725]

Read my comment on statting

[@iggymitchell6608]

Hi, considering buying this strimmer, what's it like to to replace nylon, a video showing would be nice :)

[@richardjweeks]

I haven't had to replace it yet. When I do, I could make a video.

[@jamesdavies1941]

Is this strimmer still working 4 years on? Is it fairly easy to re-spool the head?

[@richardjweeks]

Yes, still working, I have had to adjust the carburettor once , it's also on its 3rd respool

[@jamesdavies1941]

@@richardjweeks mines arrived and is going back, it's utter garbage. I'm assuming it's been changed since you bought yours as I can't see any sign of any carburettor adjustments screws and it won't run 😔

[@richardjweeks]

@@jamesdavies1941 it should run straight out of the box, sounds like a faulty unit. They probably have changed stuff by now and not for the better

[@alankennedy4954]

Hi I have one of these and it starts fine and ticks over but will not rev it cuts out or bogs, the carb as been cleaned and new fuel but it still does it, I can not see any adjustment on it apart from the tick over any ideas, it feels as though it wants the high speed adjusting but can't see any think Thanks

[@richardjweeks]

I just checked mine, any you are right, no carb adjustments available. It's possible the diaphragm is getting hard and leaning out the mixture, are service kits available?

[@alankennedy4954]

@@richardjweeks think so, it's the same engine as a Dollar, also I think you can get a carburettor Thanks

[@alankennedy4954]

Dolmar

[@korpa12]

can I ask what 2 stroke oil the manual recommended please? I’ve bought a second hand one which didn’t have a manual with it.

[@richardjweeks]

Any good quality two stroke oil.

[@samdog166]

Anyone know how to replace the chord? I’ve inherited my dads one, and the videos online there’s a central notch for the line to attach to. But mine doesn’t have that. Would be very grateful if anyone could help thanks

[@richardjweeks]

I have changed mine but quite a while ago. I don't recall it being an issue. Sorry I'm not being any more help.

[@samdog166]

@@richardjweeks no I appreciate the reply. I changed mine, but I can’t get the bump thing to work, I wonder if it’s too tight inside?

[@richardjweeks]

@@samdog166 if the chord is too tight or too thin it may bind up.

[@samdog166]

@@richardjweeks ahh it may be too thin, there’s loads of different types of chord in my dads old shed, haha, I’ll try a ticker one, thanks again

[@stevethorpe6907]

I bought one of these, my review, the trimmer head destroyed itself within 5 minutes, can get a better one but has to be modified because of the silly thread choice. After a couple of months it will refuse to run, it will start but not run, new petrol filter, plug and a carb rebuild and clean, nothing, also the engine head has come away from the shaft in a weird way. Total crap, no one will fix one or even try to as they know how bad they are. Utter rubbish.

[@sandscratcherbri5574]

just got one of these dont understand the starting set up ? can you explain this to me in simple english please, manual makes no sense to me

[@richardjweeks]

Will try. Fill with petrol with 50:1 pre mix with two stroke oil. Underneath the carburettor there is a clear rubber nipple, pump it with your finger about 5 or 6 times, this primes the carburettor with fuel. There is a choke leaver which if memory serves, is red, push this to the closed position. Check the kill switch is pushed forward ( its by the soft hand grip with the trigger throttle) now place the strimmer on the ground and pull the starter cord repetidly untill the engine starts. Once started move the choke to open. Wait a minute before using so the engine has time to warm up. I hope this is what you needed.

[@sandscratcherbri5574]

read page 11 and 12 richard this is whot i dont understand matewww.manualslib.com/manual/1170360/Makita-Er2600l.html?page=12#manual

[@richardjweeks]

I would just follow my instructions, it works for me.

[@sandscratcherbri5574]

@@richardjweeks cheers mate

[@leadnsteel1428]

they dont make the 2 strokes anymore :( its all 4 stroke now

[@richardjweeks]

This review is over 2 years old now, it's a shame really as I do like a good 2T motor

[@mattymobbs5125]

Are parts easy to get I look at this

[@jb0ss45]

Why is already on full throttle every time I start it

[@jb0ss45]

Help me pls

[@richardjweeks]

@@jb0ss45 I don't know why. It's not normal. Perhaps the throttle cable is pinched or not freely moving. Is the cable attached to the carburettor?

[@mattymobbs5125]

Is it good on long grass

[@richardjweeks]

It seems to work fine on long grass

[@mattymobbs5125]

@@richardjweeks I used to have the TiTem my head got stuck all the time had to cut it off haha. Looking to buy one today.

[@jonienglish3231]

Should have Got the 36v Makita

[@leebroadbent1340]

Or maybe we just like to piss the neighbours off with a screaming 2 stroke 😏

[@jonienglish3231]

@@leebroadbent1340 i went from a Troy Bilt 4 Stroke to a SNAPPER 82v 16" swath , works amazing No Smell and Quiet, also got the Pole Saw attachment