DeWalt Quickload™ Stuck String Fix for DeWalt String Trimmers

[@SparkyChannel]

DEWALT DWO1DT995 Quick Feed Trimmer Head and Line (for .095 and .080 line): Amazon: amzn.to/3fP7e6h

[@MaxDunlap]

After fighting this issue for years, I finally swapped the head out for a Husqvarna T35 and its a night and day difference. Wish I did it sooner.

[@SparkyChannel]

Excellent!

[@jeremynguyen2346]

@@SparkyChannel Hi Bill

[@SparkyChannel]

@@jeremynguyen2346 Hi!

[@jeremynguyen2346]

@@SparkyChannel how are you

[@jay_rubyx]

I’m thinking about going with that too. Is there any modifications need done or is it a direct swap?

[@JustOneRedSoloCup]

I have the identical DeWalt string trimmer and have had the exact same issue crop up. What seems to have remedied the internal bird nest of trimmer line was a switch to Maxpower twisted .08 line and only loading up to no more than 7 feet total length. So far so good, and yes, that spool cap is one tough bugger to remove!

[@SparkyChannel]

Sounds good! I'm going to try the Echo .095 Black Diamond line next. Yes, I think going with a shorter length of line is a wise move.

[@livingroomtelevision3737]

Thank you for helping me learn how to untangle the line in my DeWalt weed trimmer.

[@SparkyChannel]

My pleasure, thanks!

[@joshuawatson6108]

Glad to see you using 1000v rated needle nose pliers for the task

[@SparkyChannel]

LOL! Yes, Knipex too!

[@Station2066]

I've done this so many times. Freaking annoying. Now I will use less string and give this a go. But I'm seriously thinking of buying another feeder. The top cap is so worn from bumping too many time to get it working. Pity weeder didn't come with a better feeder. Thank you for sharing.

[@carlosbelonio8406]

I replaced my 60V Dewalt trimmer head with a Husqvarna head. I was having similar problems as you. The Husqvarna head works way better.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks for the info!

[@kvg6838]

Hey Bill, I remember you lost your channel a while ago. I’m glad you’ve been able to rebuild. I still watch your videos occasionally, especially as I’ll be moving to America so all your knowledge will be really useful. Keep making these amazing videos! Best Wishes, Kevin

[@SparkyChannel]

Cheers from San Diego!

[@begunn]

To wind the new string the instructions say to "secure the spool cap from moving with one hand. Using your other hand , wind the string into the spool by rotating the spool head counter clockwise". Same results as your method, but you don't have to contend with the string flopping around. Instructions also say you can use up to 25 feet of string. I want to thank you for a video you posted years ago about your success in getting a warranty replacement of a defective type 1 DeWalt string trimmer. My warranty replacement was a DCST920 that is still going strong after 5 years of use.

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks!

[@timdyer7692]

Thanks for the video, Bill. Those things can be a real pain!

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, they are! It was a real-life fix so others will probably experience the same situation and need to fix it.

[@emmettturner9452]

Well, this problem started happening right after I re-stringed it. Every few minutes of use I had to stop and restring it again because there would be no line or only one side coming out. Maybe I’m using the wrong trimmer line? …because I did everything you did and it still keeps happening every few minutes of use.

[@barrettj13]

Thanks for posting this. I just received a reconditioned 972 from bigsky and it wouldn't bump feed or respool. Turns out that plate/washer was upside-down.

[@AaronVillatoroLuna]

Excellent video Bill!

[@SparkyChannel]

Glad you liked it! Thanks Aaron!

[@beeskneesindustries]

Thanks so much for this video! I’ve been trying to figure this out all morning and am relieved to have found a solution. Great video!

[@SparkyChannel]

Glad it helped!

[@MichaelJosephJr934]

I just got the 60v. It's a beast but they should try to design it to be more user friendly. I had to whack a wooded trail with 3 foot tall grasses trail about 60 yards long and 8 feet wide. I had to take apart and uncoil long grasses and had some same issues with line jamming as you are showing. If you're not a bit handy this would be hard to deal with. If you're doing standard weed whacking and trimming I'd get the Worx with preloaded disposable spools. Simple and never clogs. However not for heavy duty jobs. BTW great video. You cover everything! 🤭

[@life-rethought]

yeh I did it!!!!!! I found I had a huge wad of stuck string inside. thanks

[@SparkyChannel]

Way to go!

[@ritcheymt]

Thanks for this video, and for making it short and to the point and including just enough detail! 😊

[@SparkyChannel]

Glad it was helpful!

[@roberto7639]

This totally made my life better! Thank you very much

[@SparkyChannel]

You're so welcome!

[@tommywwalden1599]

Hi Bill, Good video showing how to get a snarled line fixed! I may be wrong, it looks like you could run a larger line (check operations manual). And the larger line usually will not get snarled. I have found that "Echo Black Diamond" trimmer string is the best for me. It has out lasted all the other trimmer string I have ever used. The trimmer line size I use is 0.095. I don't know if the EBD is available in size 0.080. Thank you for another great video! tommy

[@SparkyChannel]

Hi Tommy! Very good tip. I'm going to try the .095 Echo Black Diamond line next time. In fact, I have a link for it in my video description.

[@tommywwalden1599]

@@SparkyChannel 👌

[@ArmchairRamb0]

Thanks a lot Sparky, I been dreading fixing my trimmer but I need it and I LOVE it. Today it'll be fixed!

[@SparkyChannel]

Excellent!

[@Mark_Nadams]

My problem is the string advance no longer functions. I got a replacement head and compared the two. Through the process of elimination I have come to the conclusion the mechanism has ingested fine plastic fibers from landscape/weed barrier fabric and they have wound onto the center nut shaft between the bottom plate of the head that you hold to load string and the plastic ring the string comes out of. That string ring needs to move up and down on that center nut shaft about 1/4" to allow the ratchet to advance the string. With the fiber wound onto the shaft I can rock the edges of the string ring back and forth but the center does not travel up and down on the nut's shaft so it locks the ratchet. I have removed what fibers I can get to from the edge and the string ring has a little more freedom. To complete the repair and fix it I need to separate the bottom plate of the head and the string ring and remove the fibers wound onto the shaft. - Do you know if that center metal nut comes out of the base or is it molded/swedged in place?

[@jordonperkins6]

I have same issue

[@Mark_Nadams]

@amberwilson3711 I finally got the nut from mine off. Turns out it is a slip fit into the plastic housing so it just pushes out, no twisting involved. 🙄🤦‍♂Once I got that off I could separate the two pieces and I found a huge wad of strings from the weed fabric. I cleaned that out then put it back together and it works just fine. Now that I know how this will become regular maintenance.

[@DarthBrayn]

@@Mark_Nadams This is what I need to do. I tried to get under it with a piece of bent stiff wire but it needs to come off so I can clean it. Maybe I can find a video how to do this.

[@mikethomas507]

What causes the bird nest? Is it the wind up? String diameter? My luck? I LITERALLY spend more time fixing mine than using it and quite honestly im pissed, it wasnt cheap in price but cheap in manufacturing

[@SparkyChannel]

Check out my video: Replace a DeWalt Trimmer Head with an Echo Speed-Feed 400 Trimmer Head: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIeVc5iEjr6fopY

[@EnligUlv]

Haha! You sound just like me, but a whole lot less belligerent regarding this DeWalt String Trimmer. I get it loaded just like in the video, and I make at most 18” of cutting (lawn edging) and the damned thing turns into a bowl of spaghetti. I bought it over four years ago and have come close to chucking it in the garbage about forty times now 🤣

[@MBravo-ki4vl]

Yes ! My husband wanted all dewalt brand but NOT for MY yard tools ! I need a good honda or troybuilt or Briggs n Stratton mower and an Echo weed eater ! This dewalt trimmer has caused me sooo much stress !

[@caseyhansen4567]

Im having trouble with the line spooling out and wrapping around the head.i bought a replacement head.the base wont come off or unscrew .i used a screwdriver in the notch,but it wont budge?any ideas

[@FixthisCD]

My milwaukee did this to me too. I was 'bump bump' what is the deal haha. I was curious if the twisted line was more the issue

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, I think so. Milwaukee makes some very nice line.

[@AdrianTomlin-tx3so]

Nice video. Informative and easy to understand. Thanks!

[@SparkyChannel]

You're welcome. thanks!

[@mizzotis8329]

Thank you, Mister! You’re a lifesaver!! 😊

[@SparkyChannel]

My plesure!

[@sighfactor]

Thank you! Classic ‘know how can do’ American voice ;)

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks so much!

[@Dirtyharry70585]

I use round string in my Milwaukee, that sharp edge crap just kept jamming.

[@joeysowell116]

Hey did you use 12 or 14 gauge wire for that? Lol. Use to seeing electrical tutorials. Lol. You know you weed trimmers too. 🤪

[@SparkyChannel]

LOL! There must be an NEC code somewhere about this!

[@reginacook7868]

Thank you for being so simple what's your explanation! Short sweet simple is how you made it! Thank u😊

[@willie_style26simmons98]

Thank you so much for this

[@SparkyChannel]

You're so welcome!

[@MichaelJosephJr934]

QUESTION Do you believe the line should be stored with some moisture? I have a hard time believing plastic absorbs water.

[@SparkyChannel]

Yes, store the extra line with a little water in the bag to help it not dry out and become brittle. Also, store it in the shade or inside.

[@emmettturner9452]

As someone with a lot of new and old 3D printer filament: Yes, it absolutely absorbs water. There’s a reason they ship it in vacuum-sealed bags. The filament that has been opened for years snaps when you handle it and prints terribly unless you dry it first with a food dehydrator.

[@carm44035]

I see mine won't let me turn the inside part separately from the outside part

[@SparkyChannel]

Check out my video: Replace a DeWalt Trimmer Head with an Echo Speed-Feed 400 Trimmer Head: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pIeVc5iEjr6fopY

[@begunn]

Had the same problem and discovered it was jammed with grass clippings.

[@jinsu0504]

my problem is the string keeps UNRAVELING and loosens during use.

[@SparkyChannel]

Check to make sure you wound the string in the right direction.

[@carm44035]

the holes on mine won't line up wit the arrows

[@ritcheymt]

@carm44035 My spool's holes didn't line up either when using the arrows as a guide. So then I tried aligning the arrows as a beginning spot and looked into the spool's line hole and rotated the spool head about 3/8" right and left. This allowed me to find perfect alignment of the holes. Worked great, and I hope it works for you too!

[@calebroskamp9937]

Thanks Spark!

[@SparkyChannel]

No problem, thanks!

[@mr.skeptical3071]

I held the base as tight as I could and the other part still won't spin!!!

[@theoisaac9948]

👍👍

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Theo!

[@MrTooTechnical]

Fuking awesome

[@SparkyChannel]

Thanks Dave!

[@hoodnibor]

Don't spin the bottome; spin the top corner clockwise. Then the string won't Get tangled

[@selaxlife7621]

U know all the Mexicans are watching this video! Lmao wow that was racist huh? By the way I'm Mexican..and proud of it...have a good day Bill.

[@SparkyChannel]

LOL! Tangled lines happen to just about everyone who trims weeds. 😄

[@selaxlife7621]

@@SparkyChannel exactly! U and I both know my cousins cut ur yard....lmao

[@REXXSEVEN]

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[@pablovasquez4827]

This happens when you place a lot of String

[@SparkyChannel]

Yep!

[@roscoesmaintenanceservicel5277]

all these kinds of heads are junk use fix cut heads

[@SparkyChannel]

I like those too.