I purchased the entry level Husqvarna about 6 years ago. It doesn't get alot of use, but when it does, it rocks. Moreover, when I let gas/oil sit in it for 3 or 4 months (ooops; forgot to dump and/or stabliize), it still pops right over. I've had a few low end 2 cycle engine utility tools. I've learned the hard way that a little more quality does make a difference. I also popped for Husky weed wackers with the same great performance results. I'm convinced that the edge on quality gets you an engine that is more tolerant to abuse.
When I took my Ryobi multi-attachment 2 stroker weed wacker in for warranty maint because the engine and clutch were acting up after I REALLY made it work, the small engine shop repair shop owner told me that the Ryobi (built by Homelite, I believe) is designed with an expected engine life of 25 hours. Something to do with the manufacturing tolerances. He told me that if I wanted a real week wacker, buy the Echo.
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edit; Tom G will check in soon; he's up on this stuff
Last edited by Brettski; 01/14/09 05:28 PM. Reason: "Deathstar to Tom G...come in Tom!"
