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hand held leaf blower recomendations.

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  1. DexterDay

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    I just got a BG 86 and have used it about a half dozen times. Leaps and bounds better than the cheap Weed Eater brand I had. And just as good as the Kawasaki Backpack blower I had.

    Light weight and plenty of power.

    That said, my father bought a Husq 125 and it seems to be just as good. But with a price tag that is just under $100 less.

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    blsnelling, May 27, 2015
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    That's a good looking unit. What's the price on one of those?
     
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    I have had a couple Husky 125B blowers, good units for the money. Good bang for the buck and they are great for blowing grass off of the driveway and sweeping the garage. I found a good deal on a BG86 a couple years ago and couldnt be happier with it. It moves a LOT more air than the Huskys, but I know they are more money too. I use mine quite a bit for cleaning up around carvings when I am done, leaves out of the gutters, and just small jobs around the house.
     
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    HBZ2610. 249.oo
     
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    If it is only for occasional use and only around the house, why not a corded unit. I've got a B &D that is older than I can remember. It looks and performs like new. I also bought a gas unit, the dreaded "homelite" . It was a reconditioned unit that I got at a tool sale for $50. Starts every year. Only think I don't like about it is it sucks in my clothing and tears them up if I hold it by my side. It too starts right up year after year and does all I want it to do.
     
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    Bought my Stihl BG72 blower in 1990 and it's still going strong.
    Blowing off the tractors after use and dusting off the the truck during the winter .
    My blower see's a lot of use.
    I'd be lost with out one.
     
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    It's at the top of the list so far. I'm a bit partial to redmax stuff anyway
     
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    I have an old beat up red max that was given to me . All it needed was a carb. rebuild . I've acquired and repaired several Stihls that were in a lot nicer shape, but always sold them and kept the red max . It starts easy and really blows .
     
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    Good to see you posting over here Wayne
     
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    I see you joined awhile ago. But glad to see your 1st post.

    We appreciate any and all knowledge /wisdom here at FHC! :)
     
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    Thanks guys . Sounds like you guys had a good GTG . I'll definitely try to make the next one .
     
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