Here is a LINK to the ECHO SRM-225 STRING TRIMMER used in the video! Thanks for supporting the channel! 👍 amzn.to/44MWq1R

Shield on for a Stihl, shield off for everything else. Here is something everyone should know. The direction that trimmer heads spin is counter-clockwise for a reason. It is because most folks are righties, and tend to sweep towards the right. The counter-clockwise rotation launches debris away from the operator. If you're getting hit in the shins with rocks, you're sweeping left, which as a lefty is my natural preference and I've had to train myself not to do. *Unless!!* I'm pointed towards a window or a vehicle! Then I'd rather get hit. Great video and a great trimmer!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for noting this CC! Appreciate the positive feedback! 👍

@douglashaight24

Жыл бұрын

Maybe I’m weird, but I’m a righty and I always sweep left

@CaliforniaCarpenter7

Жыл бұрын

​@@douglashaight24 I don't think its weird, it has its advantages for sure. Ever since I bought one of those safety helmets with the mesh face shield I feel like left is best 🤷‍♂

@douglashaight24

Жыл бұрын

@@CaliforniaCarpenter7 I usually go left so it throws everything on the lawn so I can mulch it all up

We bought our first house and a SRM-225 five years ago. I been chopping down weeds on an overgrown acre, the Echo trimmer has done well with very little care. The difference between an Echo weed snipper and those throw away MTD (More Trouble Daily) models cannot be described. I spent money on other tools such as a 20V hedge trimmer, wood chipper, chainsaw and reciprocating saw with several pruning blades to get the work done.. Where I live all the mowing trailers carry Stihl by brand loyalty and a lack of other dealers. After Five Years of hard use, the ECHO still runs like new, I use Maxi-Edge .105 line in the 400 speed feed head.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing! I like that MORE TROUBLE DAILY lol! 👍😂

The 50:1 non-ethanol gas to oil ratio is so very important. There is a plate covering the muffler and if you remove that plate, on the back side of it you're going to see a screen. That's called a spark arrestor screen and if that gets clogged with oil, your SRM 225 won't be able to go to full throttle because it's being suffocated. Replace or clean that spark arrestor screen and everything will be beautiful again. Edit: my SRM 225 is 5 or 6 years old and it still starts on the second pull. First pull on choke and second pull on run. Shield off. I know my weed eater well enough that I don't have to worry about throwing debris at myself. I also know how much line I can give myself before I start adversely affecting the engine.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

RIGHT ON Truth! Thanks for sharing!

@dw5743

Жыл бұрын

Echo knows this is an issue with the oil shooting out, but refuses to acknowledge or fix the issue. My dealer told me they get tons of trimmers coming into the shop of the 225 and other models and this is due to the EPA and changes that had to be made and they tend to tune them to rich from the factory. I had a plug literally foul out in 2 months of owning one, which is crazy because the carb was tuned so rich from the factory.

Hey JB. Great video. I fully agree with you about Echo tools. I've been using Echo for 30+ years. I've never had an Echo tool fail. My SRM225 is 10 years old. I had to clean the spark arrestor screen for the first time a few days ago. A couple of fuel filters and air filters and the spark plug once and that's it. It runs and functions just as good now as it did when new. I use non ethanol and Red Armour. I work on small equipment some mainly for friends. I'm surprised to see so many on this thread dissing Stihl equipment. In my opinion it's top of the line. Most of the yard crews around here (North Texas) use Stihl. I've never seen a battery operated tool being used by a yard crew. One thing I don't remember you mentioning in your video was the balance of the SRM225. If you grab the shaft about 1/2 between the trigger and the front handle - the unit is almost perfectly balanced. You do an outstanding job with your videos. Very high quality. You know what you're talking about. Keep up the good work.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Kenny these machines will last and last if cared for properly with minimal maintenance. Awesome to hear yours is holding up nicely. Appreciate you and your positive feedback my friend! 👍

@richardortiz8704

3 ай бұрын

Japanese number one echo

Still rolling with an early/mid-2000s(?) SRM-210 straight shaft, which someone set out TWO for garbage. I parted out some pieces to the SRM-210 that started, tuned up, replaced the sparkalator, primer bulb, and fuel filter, and have been running it for a couple years, now. Just picked up a PAS-225 today, and am looking forward to running both of these machines.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Awesome Eric! Thanks for sharing! 👍

I had a model older than this one that I love. My sister has difficulty with tools that are too heavy and she actually loved mine and found it easy to use kzread.infoUgkx_rBCFuDW1zD6blTGhLkvAkxU657uR_lG . This is a newer model but was even lighter which she really appreciates. She enjoys it and I no longer have to go to her house to trim as she can handle it fine. Haven't used it enough to comment on the battery life but lithium batteries last longer than the old style. Being cordless makes it easy to trim the far edges of the property. The entire yard can be trimmed with one charged battery.

@GarageGear

11 ай бұрын

A lot more power too! Thanks for watching

I bought my first Echo product in 1990. An SRM 223 line trimmer. I’ve changed spark plugs. I’ve replaced the fuel lines once. The fuel and vent filters get replaced just because they come in the kit. Really just the recommended maintenance. No primer bulb on this model, so the first startup of the season is getting harder. I’ve run 50:1 with pump gasoline (10-15% ethanol). It does the job, still, after 34 years as of today. I use the brush blade shield with the line trimmer head.

@GarageGear

9 күн бұрын

@@danielneeland2034 awesome Daniel! Thanks for sharing

long time watcher, first time commenter. I really value your opinion on most garage related topics. As an owner of a GT-225 I can wholeheartedly agree that the Echo line of products is very solid! The climate here in Newfoundland is all over the place and the trimmer is always a non issue for me. She always starts in a pull or two and is very low maintenance. ps, just today I tackled a rotted fuel line on my pressure washer after watching a bunch of you videos. Keep up the great work and thanks for making these small engine repairs a little less daunting for us average joes!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Awesome Dan! Welcome to the commenting club lol! I try to be as detailed as possible with my information so that way everyone can make educated decisions. Keeping it real! Glad you were able to tackle that fuel line issue. Many small engine repairs aren’t difficult. Some may be more time consuming than others but I know a little help can go a long way! Thanks for being a cool fan Dan!

Unfortunately, I was one of those unlucky people that got a dud from my dealer/factory and from what I read you have a 50/50 chance of this happening. The SRM-225 is known to have issues like this it doesn't burn off all the oil when running even if it is running at full throttle and then it causes oil to shoot through the muffler on the back leaving an oily mess and causing the spark arrestor to clog. Mine was tuned so rich from the factory that it fouled out a spark plug in 2 months of use it was totally black because it was running so rich. I was told from my dealer the issues are coming from the EPA and how they can't do certain things on the trimmer and tune them a certain way. Unfortunately, I will be selling mine. I have an older SRM-210 trimmer and a Robin BH2500 trimmer. These were before the EPA messed everything up. I was highly disappointed in this trimmer and I love echo products but the government has messed up a lot of the newer equipment.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing this Dw!

@808Ranyo

14 күн бұрын

I had the same issue with echo so I use shindaiwa instead 😊

I just retired a PB770T blower from 2014. 9 Years of doing 70 Lawns per week. Yes I had to replace the carb once, throttle cable, and a few Starters, but that blower was the most reliable piece of equipment I've every owned. I am a Echo user though and through. They are easy to work on and parts are readily available.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Daniel! Awesome piece of equipment! 👍👍

When I was a kid I had a Viza Viper 2 stroke with a ROUGH 2 stroke. It was a little nerve-racking to be 25 miles away from home and wondering if the darn thing would FINALLY idle enough to go home. It would start, die, start, die, and at red lights if you did not hold the throttle it would die, even warmed up. Starting also took about 2 minutes before it would even fire. I love 2 strokes regardless though and having used Echos at work I am confident in purchasing one for my own residence, especially since they are going to be easier to startup

@GarageGear

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this big Rob!

I've had my Echo SRM-2100 for 20 years and still starts within 2-3 pulls never fails I've abused it too I've never grease the head/shaft! I've changed the spark plug a couple times cleaned the air filter twice. What a little beast I'm going to give it to a neighbor and looking to buy another Echo to abuse haha. I'm not sure if the SRM 225 will suit my needs though. I'm wanting something I can put a cutting blade on (got a lot of black berries to cut down) and undecided which model to choose...any suggestions? I really like that Speed feed head looks so much easier to load than my old timer I hated winding new line on it. Great video !!!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks a lot Harry! Perhaps look at the slightly more powerful higher end models to see if one will work best for you!

@harryberry474

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear ...I bought the Echo SRM 2620 today and the Echo Blade Conversion Kit ...👍

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@harryberry474 nice Harry! You’re all set!

Yes sir I’ve had my Echo SRM 225 since 2014 and each year I’ll buy a Echo YOUCAN tune-up kit to keep it at tip top running condition…you can’t go wrong with an Echo I’ve also turned on a couple of my neighbors unto the 225 wished all lawn equipment were built like Echo.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Last a long time and easy to work on! Got to love em! Thanks for watching big man!

I bought my first Echo trimmer about 3 years ago when my (alumni) Honda 4 stroke trimmer became too heavy for my old back and arms to comfortably use. I have to give credit where due; these Echo trimmers have a wonderful solid feel, but are light weight for the power and performance they deliver. Mine has been 100% reliable and inexpensive to maintain.... 5 year residential warranty on these rigs too!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

They are great! Thanks for watching!

I just bought my first echo, came from a Troy BILT split shaft and it was junk. Excited for the new echo. However, I noticed it hasn’t come with any engine oil and I haven’t found it anywhere whether it comes prefilled or what. I would imagine that it doesn’t require it because it didn’t come with any, just wanted clarification and you seem like you would know the answer to that. Thank you for your time.

@GarageGear

6 ай бұрын

Hey arty! This trimmer is a 50:1 gas oil mix. Mix the oil in with 1 gallon of gas and fill her up! 👍 also consult your owners manual for more info!

@partyarty597

6 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear I understand the fuel is mix, lol. I’m talking about engine oil. Is that not required with this string trimmer, did they already put that in from factory. Like a mower or your car, you have your fuel tank and your engine oil. Lol. I know it takes mixed fuel. Concerned about making sure it has oil.

@GarageGear

6 ай бұрын

@@partyarty597 hey arty, this is a two cycle engine. There’s no oil lubricating the engine like a 4 cycle engine. The only oil used is in the 50:1 gas oil mix. This lubricates the engine components. There is no oil already inside or anything.

@partyarty597

6 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear Ahhhh okay. Well thank you for that! I will be subscribing for sure.

@twocyclesmoke

6 ай бұрын

Best 2 cycle oil... VP, Red Armor, or Amsoil Saber. Never straight gas it, it'll scratch/score & ruin the piston to the point it won't run well if at all.

Great video as usual JB👍 Been selling Echo products @HD for two decades. Its always been my go to brand when people complain about the other brands out there . Plenty of power with higher revving engine , light weight, easy start & industry best consumer warranty. Speedy feed head a big plus too. 👍👍 Al my stuff is echo btw 👌

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Paul! Awesome my man! I may be doing more with their products come the fall. Non sponsored of course! I want to give their battery stuff a shot if I can! Perhaps do a comparison. Thanks for watching!

Been using mine all summer, love the lightweight, speed feed, and large gas tank, I can go for hours now. Still have my echo curved shaft trimmer that I’ve been using for about ten years, still runs great, but the SRM 225 is an incredible upgrade in all categories, it’s my go to.

@GarageGear

11 ай бұрын

Can’t go wrong with this trimmer! Thanks for watching murdy!

@leadnsteel1428

10 ай бұрын

Also their red armour oil and its the best. My screen shields stay carbon free all summer

@GarageGear

10 ай бұрын

@@leadnsteel1428 that is good stuff!

I have a landscaping business and use an echo trimmers. They last longer than any other I have used (troy built, craftsman (the worst - died after 3 months), and stihl).

@GarageGear

6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing my friend!

@davemazza791

Ай бұрын

Thanks for the info, I tend to stick with the guys in the landscape business! 👍🏽

I got one of these. Probably one of the most reliable string strimmers I have ever had. I have literally cut down fields with this thing and it just begs for more. Extremely easy to start too. Those speed feed heads are the best thing since chocolate milk. Worth every penny. I had to add the head to it, mine is a 2013 model.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Echo has got a good thing going with these trimmers! I love their reliability season after season! Thanks for watching another Norge!

Hell yeah! Awesome vid, JB! I bought my house in 2005, and I immediately went out and bought an ECHO SRM-230 trimmer, and an ECHO PB-413H blower. (I just used both of them this morning.) Both machines start exactly the same as the day I brought them home. Just like in the vid, it's choke, hit the primer bulb 3 times, and it's "Pull, Pull, Choked Ignition, Choke off, Start.". That goes for the trimmer and the blower. Same thing every time for 17 years. (Those reviews you showed in that still shot with less than 5-star ratings must be from full-blown retards.) I have replaced the fuel/vent lines & primer bulbs on each with the ECHO kits you showed just once. (2013-14 I think). I have spare kits hanging in the work shop too. Another fun fact: I am still working off of the same jumbo roll of ECHO trim line I bought that day with the trimmer in 2005!! No joke! ECHO machines are GREAT!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hahahaha wow!!! My man you make me laugh every time I read your comments! Lol! Really impressive how this stuff lasts year after year! They’re low maintenance and easy to repair too! I agree on the reviews! Those people must not have a clue as to what’s going on in front of them. And the fact that you still have line is impressive too! Doing anything cool this weekend?

A late comment here. Just found your channel. I got an Echo SRM-224(5?) bushwhacker, 28 years ago. Still starts on the 2nd pull. I have had to replace the rings-but other than that, nothing major. Great weedeater

@GarageGear

10 ай бұрын

Awesome my friend! Thanks for sharing

It doesn't feel strong enough or feel like it does enough work for me. So i prefer the 2620T or bigger. I leave this one put up so the my 10 year old can learn with it. It is good for not destroying grass if you make a mistake because a bug flew up your nose while trimming. but thats about it, i dont even use it for edging.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing marcus

I’m getting older so I started getting more cordless implements. Now I’m going back to the old tried and true gas equipment. Went to Home Depot yesterday and other than push mowers they had no NO gas powered yard tools on display.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey chief! Crazy times we’re in! With many going over to battery nowadays, why did you decide to go back to gas? Was it lack of power, durability? Or something else?

@seniorchief48

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear Thanks to AL GORE inventing the internet I have developed an understanding of why I developed a hatred for anything in the realm of 2stroke tools. Once a piece of gear failed the START TEST I would shelf it, throw it out or give it away. Repairs for the simplest problems meant a trip to the shop. Now there is a plethora of machine gurus sharing valuable knowledge to anyone willing to pay even the slightest bit of attention. “CHANGE YO GAS STUPID!” I pride myself in being a good mechanic with a knack for being able to diagnose and make appropriate repairs. Battery powered gear has its place, but just not the versatility to accomplish what needs to be done. Over 25 years ago I cleared close to 800 jack pine trees on our property using two 14” McCullough chain saws. Not going to happen with battery power. Good enough for power tools like drills and such. Now I am starting to get one of my grandsons helping with some of my projects. I just had him work on installing a fuel shut off valve and change the filter on my Cub Cadet LGT 1050. Easy job for you and me but not so easy when you have never used even a pair of pliers. More to come however winter is getting in the way.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@seniorchief48 thanks for sharing this Chief! 👍

I have had Troybilt,Craftsman and weedeater brand trimmers and nothing conpares to Echo. Recently my 5 year old Craftsman 4 Cycle bought the farm and i was going to put the effort into rebuilding but craftsman is not what it used to be . So i went to my local Echo dealer and Picked up a PAS225 and its amazing after starting it up and runing it you can tell is quality. I run echo premix and i use it around the house i keep guard on because she spits like a hurricane . Go Team Echo!!

@GarageGear

11 ай бұрын

Can beat the quality of echo! Thanks for sharing Sam!

I completely agree with you about the SRM-225... I am sorry I got rid of mine in preference for a crappy Stihl that always gives me trouble. I personally use the guard on all my trimmers. I think the Echo SRM-225, the Makita 4 1/2" angle grinder, the Lincoln 225 arc welder are among the best things you can buy at Home Depot.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Paul! You could always sell the stihl and go back and get one. All good items at Home Depot on that list! Guard on is up by one now lol! 👍

@Zach-sg5uu

12 күн бұрын

@@GarageGearSTHIL made some good products 5 & 10 years ago! I have a STHIL chainsaw that still works pretty good from 5 years ago & an amazing blower that’s about 12 to 15 years old! The chainsaw is a good home owner & the blower is commercial. There commercial products 10 years ago cost about the same as there new blowers now! When I did some landscaping for a college. They had a very nice STHIL weed-eater from about 15 years ago. They really really went down hill about 4 years ago!

I bought an older ECHO GT-200 with the curved shaft and it's the best trimmer I've ever owned! This next summer it will be going on its 15th season and I never had even 1 issue with it. Starts up perfectly every time..... they just last forever!

@GarageGear

7 ай бұрын

Spot on! They just last!

I've been through a lot of trimmers but this one is the best I've ever owned. It can sit all year and start within 3-5 pulls.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

You can’t beat these trimmers! Very well made! Thanks for watching geo!

I have been a Stihl trimmer guy since Clinton was getting , um, serviced, in the White House. I bought the Echo SRM225 because my wife and son hate the heft of Stihl trimmers. I love the easy start of the 225; however, it has the most hand vibration than even the $75 Ryobi 30cc trimmer I bought 15 years ago. I have never felt as much vibration on any gas powered tool - ever. It makes my son’s hand and my wife’s hand so numb after 10-15 min they flat out refuse to run it. I wish I would have bought a Stihl because they run without vibration.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha! Those are great trimmers too! Thanks for sharing!

@kylephillips9073

3 ай бұрын

If you can start a Stihl. My Echos start 2 pulls every time. And I've had my first Echo since 2004.

@teamja1088

3 ай бұрын

@@kylephillips9073 the Echo starts much better than Stihl, you will receive no argument from me about that. My comment was regarding the vibration.

Got tired of using electric trimmers and the constant dying battery. Went to HD and purchased this after seeing it was the most and highest rated. Haven't used it yet, but will be in the next few weeks. Hopefully the switch to gas will be much much more convenient.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey dassler! I think you’ll be more than pleased when you go to use this machine this season! Tons of power and longevity with this trimmer!

@daleadmire1451

2 ай бұрын

Congratulations on a great purchase! don’t you love the sound of that little two-stroke? California has banned the sale of these so I’m savoring my echo string trimmer and blower. in fact, I just purchased a backup echo gas blower online from Home Depot for future use. They can’t sell them at the store, but they can sell their existing supplies online.

Mine is a hot pile of junk. It's not even 1 full year old and won't run. I thought it was a carb issue from sitting over the winter. Cleaned it. Same issues. Idle fine, bogs down like crazy on throttle. So I check arrestor, its clean. I replace carb. Same issue. I'm ready to toss it.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing

I bought one srm 225 and had to return it due to oil coming out of the exhaust, Got a second one and have had the same issue, however if I clean it up a little after each cut it runs just fine so still a good trimmer, just hate that oil leaks out.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Luca! Check your 50:1 oil! Heard that could be a cause. But I could be wrong. Try a different brand possibly! Thanks for watching!

@davedennis5537

Жыл бұрын

​@@GarageGear my was doing the Same thing oil coming out the muffler change the carburetor no more problems

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@davedennis5537 appreciate you sharing Dave!

I love mine I have for my lawn care business for 3 years and have put it through test plenty of times for hours and still holding strong

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

ROCK ON my friend! 👍

New to all this lawn stuff. THANK YOU. BY FAR YOUR THE BEST. GENUINE, NEAT TO THE POINT. I PURCHASED MY TORO AWD AND THE ECHO SRM 225 BECAUSE OF YOUR REVIEWS. IT'S ALL ABOUT TRUST. THANKS A WHOLE LOT FOR WHAT YOU DO.

@GarageGear

2 ай бұрын

ROCK ON Christopher! Glad this video helped you out making some wise purchases! 👍

I use a battery ego product trimmer and leaf blower but my mower is a yard machines gas mower. I have a small front yard and back yard and my battery lasts me 5 uses or more with the trimmer and the blower lasts quite long as well. For me it works. I do appreciate the gas trimmers as well though.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Awesome Martin! Sounds like a good set up you have there! Thanks for watching!

Hey Jb I have an echo srm have you heard of echos leaking oil everywhere I had 5 machines warrantied to me and still the same issue I use red armor fuel by echo and I called echo directly had no answer they weren’t even sure they just said to rev the motor and oil leak would get worse and keep spraying

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Michael I heard tipping them upside down at full throttle can burn the oil out. Never tried it though. Could make for a good video 🤔

I love Echo, reliable and easy to work on when necessary, which BTY, isn’t very often. I have two GT-225’s but I prefer the curved shaft, works well for me, comfortable to handle. I use it with the shield off, of course with the best eye protection! They’re easy to start, great balance, and with the proper maintenance, they last forever.

@GarageGear

3 ай бұрын

Echo makes a great trimmer! Thanks for watching Tony!

This is the best homeowner trimmer available and the best overall trimmer I've ever had. Terrific at edging too. Perfect for using on a longer job or when I need a bit more muscle than my battery trimmers can provide

@GarageGear

4 ай бұрын

RIGHT ON Sony!

I’ve had the PAS 225 for 5 years now. Still starts the same way. Best trimmer I’ve bought.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Can’t go wrong with them Dom! Thanks for watching!

Completely agree! I bought my echo SRM 225 about 7 years ago. Have used it hundreds of times and it starts and runs the exact same way every time! Runs exactly the way it has since day one. Only 2 stroke trimer I have never had to fight. And the speed feed head is a masterpiece! I also bought an echo blower around the same time and it's also running amazing. Never even had a hiccup with either machine. Very happy!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Tony! Echo knows how to build some quality stuff! Can’t go wrong buying them! Thanks for watching!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@jeremynguyen2346 great buddy! How are you doing lately?

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@jeremynguyen2346 hello again my friend!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@jeremynguyen2346 we’re still ROCKIN bud how about you?

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@jeremynguyen2346 new videos come out every Saturday morning at 6am EST. Occasionally I will put one out on a Wednesday evening from time to time.👍

In the last, let’s say 12 years, I have had two Echo string trimmers. I do not have a shed, so they stay chained up under my raised house open to the elements. I do absolutely no maintenance on these things. They sit under my house all year long until grass cutting season gets here, then they start right up. Amazing quality.

@GarageGear

Ай бұрын

They’re built to last!

Favorite trimmer I have ever owned. Tried to go cheap for years, messing around with TroyBilt and Ryobi. Do NOT waste your time. Just go ahead and buy the Echo once and be done. They Ryobi and Troybilt are made to die. The Echo Speed Feed head is also a game changer. Absolutely zero complaints about this unit!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Been in your position too my friend! You learn a lesson buying those cheap ones lol!

I just bought one to replace an electric unit. This little guy has excellent power, good throttle response, is lightweight, quite, and inexpensive. Its got enough juice to slice through stubborn overgrown grass when edging. Do put glasses on when using it....she will ROCKET debri at you if you are going hard.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Money well spent my friend! You’re right goggle up or you’ll be sorry lol!

Great content as always, JB! Any thoughts on the PAS-225VP version? Just bought a house so grabbing all the tools I need on a quest to make my yard look like yours 😉. Debating if it would be convenient to have and maintain a single engine and swapping attachments as needed, or if it would just be an additional point of potential failure?

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

BOSCO!!!! What’s happening my man? Congrats on the new house! North Carolina right? If you’re looking to go the single engine route echo makes one of the best systems for that. I’ve never heard any complaints about the pas225vp from anyone. I would not recommend any other brand for this. I’ve seen so many broken driveshaft connections on brands like craftsman, and RYOBI. After a few years they are toast! A solid driveshaft on any machine is a safe play but if your looking to save some money and space on your tools the echo pas225vp is a great way to go. Hope you are doing well my friend! 👍

Im surprised you didnt go with the 2620. I got a srm2620 a couple months ago and i just ordered a Pe2620s edger this week. Im pretty made at myself for putting up with a troybilt for all these years

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Crossed my mind! Next go around! 👍

Bought my first Echo SRM-225 trimmer a year ago after using a Husqvarna 128LD trimmer and I have had zero issues whatsoever. Props to Echo making an amazing trimmer. All of my equipment is all Echo after upgrading to the SRM-225. Honda mower, Troy Bilt mower and Echo are my go-to lawn equipment. I am more of a shieldless user for my trimmer. Makes it easier to get into hard to reach places on all of my yards. (All of my equipment are gas powered. May try out battery powered stuff in the near future)

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Very cool Adison! Echo makes some great equipment! Can’t go wrong with it! Thanks for sharing and GO BILLS!

This is my first gas trimmer, i bought from pawn shop for $50 CAD, said it wasn’t running and needs service but tested my luck, upon check up i noticed the fuel cables is switched with the return line, which causes it not to idle. Now runs like new! So much power

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Awesome what a deal! 👍

Uh, one man chainsaws were produced way before 1963. Uh, the Husqvarna 90 was produced in 1959. Uh,Stihl produced the Contra anti-vibration chainsaw in 1964. 😎 8-14-23 just bought one online not Amazon total w free shipping $224 😎

@GarageGear

11 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

Great review JB! Echo makes great products. Most landscaping companies in my neighborhood use Echo or Stihl products. I had to give up my Echo due to severe shoulder problems and got the Ego battery trimmer. Works great, a bit heavy but the shoulder strap helps. We finally got some needed rain. Have a great weekend! Cheers brother!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Jay! Did you try a shoulder strap with the echo? Or was it still too heavy? Egos I hear a lot of good things about. Would you believe I barely got any of that rain at my house! Seriously every neighborhood around me got it but my meteorologist neighbor has a rain gauge outside and we maybe got a quarter of an inch of rain. Very few sprinkles by me! Ugh! Need rain! Send help lol! Have a good weekend my man!

@jaybooth4815

Жыл бұрын

Yeah JB, tried the strap. It’s a pull starting issue.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@jaybooth4815 ah got it sorry missed that part for some reason. Tempted to give an ego a shot next year and do a review on it. Have a good week my friend!

@jaybooth4815

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear you as well!

Bought my Honda HRN216 after watching your review. Bought this one before seeing this, and glad it also earned your love. Have yet to use it, HD guy tried to sell me pre mix fuel but I’m going to make my own. Do you use ethanol free fuel in yours? I can’t find it locally

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey tuner I mix my own now. Echo red armor with ethanol free fuel. Runs great! 👍 I think you can order a couple of cans of ethanol free fuel online might cost a little more though!

I love my 225! I have two with my lawn business, They start up every single time. Even after a winter, that's actually the only time I gotta use the choke, also shield off for now.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Awesome Christian thanks for sharing!

I want an SRM 225 SOOOO BAD BUT THE WIFE SAYS HONEY YOU HAVE ONE THAT WORKS GREAT!! SO I GUESS IM GONNA HAVE TO "ACCIDENTALLY" RUN IT OVER WITH THE TRACTOR 🤔🤔🤔🤔 Edit: JB, I finally got a SRM225 straight shaft. I Actually got it 3 months ago and it's worth every bit of money I paid for it!! I got it from Home Depot and also got their EWP Plan. So needless to say it's got a pretty lengthy warranty. I gotta say it is by far the best trimmer I've owned. It pops off on the second pull and starts on the first pull. Best decision I've made in awhile.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hahaha or accidentally sell it and put the money toward an SRM! 🤔Food for thought 😉

@garyalensr

4 ай бұрын

​@@GarageGear Update so I finally just bought the SRM ON March 6th 2024🎉🎉🎉. JB, I'm super happy like a little kid on Christmas!!! I've been wanting one for a very long time. The warranty alone is worth it. Plus I also got the protection plan from the store. I always run non ethanol in all my equipment but for the SRM I got the Echo 50:1 canned fuel. I'm just gonna run that in it at all times. I got the gallon can of it so it should last awhile. I can't wait for Spring😂😂. Now my next Echo will be a backpack blower!! What's your thoughts on the best Echo blower?? That's for the awesome reviews.

@GarageGear

4 ай бұрын

@@garyalensr awesome Gary! I have the echo 770T! Total beast! Zero issues and 9 years old now. Use it a lot. Mechanic approved too! They say they see zero issues with them too. Little pricey but well worth it!

@garyalensr

4 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear Thank you JB, that will be the blower I get. I do have a BP blower but I'm wanting all my equipment to be one name. Imo it's just easier ya know? Thank you for getting back to me.

@GarageGear

4 ай бұрын

@@garyalensr you got it Gary!

Use mine for edging and chainsaw. Only complaint is it takes a minute or so to warmup before running wide open!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey bruce once they’re up and running they are absolute beasts!

This trimmer is a phenomenal machine. For the money, it's pretty much unbeatable.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Sure is! Thanks for watching!

After my experience with the cs400 chainsaw, I went back to Stihl. Echo chain speed is way slower than Stihl and is anemic compared to my old Tanaka or ms270. Fs94R over the echo

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

I love my SRM225 Ive had her since 2014

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Cant beat em! 👍

@davesracingchannel9261

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear Would it be all right if we exchange subs

I love mine. Been using it for 6 years now

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Awesome machines! Thanks for watching!

I have this SRM 225 trimmer as well as the PB 251 blower, both purchased in 2012 after other brands died within a couple years. As of yesterday, both ran like they just came out of the box.

@GarageGear

10 ай бұрын

Awesome machines my friend! They just last!

We have several Echo string trimmers. SRM 266 & 2620 They have Speed Feed 400 heads, best heads ever. I use Echo 0.95 round string. We use these a lot in our township cemeteries.

@GarageGear

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Dana! Good info

Shield off...but I wear Ballistic Safety 'wrap-around' eyeglasses (Wiley X). When I run my SRM 3020T (.130 line) I wear an Arborist helmet with polycarbonate shield over my safety glasses.

@GarageGear

Ай бұрын

That’s the way to do it! I should get one of those!

I think you're the only one with a video of the new srm225 with the full fuel tank guard.

@GarageGear

9 ай бұрын

Cool! Thanks for watching!

This same echo trimmer is in my arsenal as well. I also have a dewalt battery powered one. I like the echo trimmer for its weight distribution. To me they both perform about the same. The dewalt trimmer barely uses any battery power and is much quieter. But time and time again, I find myself reaching for my echo!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hard to beat a classic! It’s a great machine! Thanks for sharing David!

I have an SRM 2100 that I bought in 1987 that I use weekly.

@GarageGear

3 ай бұрын

The old ones are the best ones John! Thank you for sharing

Good job on the video. I like it. I'm 5,6 tall. I use a black and decker trimmer and edger combo eith a curved shaft and short from home depot. It kills my back. Will this trimmer work for me and my back ? How tall are u ?

@GarageGear

10 ай бұрын

Hey los! I’m 5’9”. Definitely fine on my back! This trimmer is a good length!

@losmoore3358

10 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear Thank you. U are a big help. I like your style. Keep it going.

On the line .095 , do you soak it in water and let dry so it last longer ? Is that true? Is that trimmer a SRM 225 or SRM 225 I ?

@GarageGear

10 ай бұрын

Hey los! It’s a regular 225! Soaking the line in water only helps loosen it if it becomes stiff over time. Great trick. Not necessary with newer line. 👍

They're legendary even the older more powerful echo trimmers are overkill but if you are speed demon it is like a lightsaber in your hands.. so be careful without guards.. they are the best and all you need, I trim fast and I am very efficient so I like to be light as possible. I workout 5-6 times a week, I only want to do heavy lifting at the gym not at work and these are the real only trimmers you ever need..

@25-8

Жыл бұрын

Trimmer line and good technique and pattern is all you need to be a great timmer

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Spot on Audiofilo! They are like holding a lightsaber in your hands! You and I are a lot alike! Thanks for sharing and watching!

A few years ago, I adopted a battery platform, and I won’t go back. No more gas storage, oil changes, etc. Change out the batteries every 5 years or so (home owner) and you’re good to go. 🤷‍♂️

@GarageGear

6 күн бұрын

@@gerrymcintosh4477 those batteries can cost A LOT of money though. Thanks for sharing

I run a small lawn company and only use this particular machine I love it lightweight strong affordable last forever never hard to start up I will always use echo over any other brand great video as well

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate it Steve and thanks for sharing! 👍

I keep the guard on, I have a 34cc weed boss trimmer with a Briggs and Stratton 4 cycle engine.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Play it safe my friend! Cool! How do you like it?

@WillsSmallEngines

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear i like it a lot it's nice to edge with because of the handel shape

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@WillsSmallEngines awesome my friend! Gotta love it when you find the right tool for the job!

I bought a homelite and am returning it to buy this. Does this Echo have ANY issues being turned sideways to do edging? My homelite would shut off when I tried that :D

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey rf! No issues to report. Mine shut off when the fuel tank was low. Wasn’t getting enough gas in the line. Filled it back up and all good! Thanks for watching

@rf2642

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear Gotchya, maybe it would behave better with a full tank. I only filled it up less than half for testing.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@rf2642 give it a whirl

I currently use the Husqvarna 535LK, which is an absolute beast! Looking to buy a lightweight strimmer in the future, so may give this a look!

@GarageGear

7 ай бұрын

Can’t go wrong with it!

Since ECHO bought Shindaiwa that is a legendary leader in the outdoor power equipment industry made ECHO much better !!! Great videos glad I found you !!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing Barry! Totally agree! Thanks for being a fan of the channel! 👍

My weedeater is a Toro Commercial grade 25.3cc engine from 2015. Still runs like a champ.

@GarageGear

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Running an Echo SRM 2100 that I bought in 1995 and it still runs like a champ… run non ethanol and mix my own oil, removed the guard and added a gorilla grip

@GarageGear

10 ай бұрын

That’s awesome that is working that long for you keep doing what you’re doing. It will last a lifetime. Thanks for watching.

I prefer the 2620 more power less issues. I utilize the PAS-2620 straight shaft edge trimmer and pro torque string trimmer attachment with Speed Feed 450 head shield off. Their bed redefiner is awesome too if you've haven't had a chance to use it! I prefer the Echo Black Diamond line. I also run the Echo PB-9010T.

@DrewLukac

Жыл бұрын

Echo black diamond for sure!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Awesome Shane! You got quite the line up there. Echo makes some great stuff! That blower knock you back when using it lol! ?

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@DrewLukac I want to give that a shot too!

@shanew7361

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear It can yes the tube is to long for us guys 6ft and under.

@kirkthebeerslinger

Жыл бұрын

@@shanew7361 that's an often overlooked aspect of backpack blowers...good comment Shane...I like my EB802 with the last tube off so it doesn't drag on the ground when I let go of the control...the 9010 is a bazooka! 👍

The 225 is a solid trimmer. Got one in the stable. It won't replace my 266 that I use but it's good enough for my son. Wife uses a GT225i.

@GarageGear

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing ic!

I've owned an SRM225 for (9 ) years ... they are the BEST ! I've never had a problem ! Just buy one, your search is over ! Echo blowers and trimmers always START !

@GarageGear

Ай бұрын

Can’t beat em!

@johnmills3163

Ай бұрын

@@GarageGear ... the (3) best engines I've had/ used are ... Echo / Kawasaki / & Honda !

Have an electric Stihl (that goes through string) and wanted a gas powered for backup. Contemplating this specific model and you just sealed the deal.

@GarageGear

Ай бұрын

You won’t be disappointed my friend

Just bought a srm-225 thanks for the video was glad to make this purchase..

@GarageGear

4 ай бұрын

You are going to be one satisfied customer jk! Thanks for watching!

Hello, I just found your channel. The Echo trimmers are available with a 2:1 gear reduction power head. Do you think it's worth the extra money? Does it cut better? I''m looking at the SRM-2030T which is the upgraded SRM-225. Thanks, Steve

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Steve! I’ll have to look more into this. Thank you for sharing this with me! 👍

@steveinla8963

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear Hi GG, I am pleased to hear from you as this is not a new video. I had borrowed my friend's SRM-280 trimmer. It is powerful, but is a little heavy. Echo reduced the displacement from 28cc's to 25cc's, but have changed the compression and timing to get better horse power from the lesser displacement engine. I had not considered the lesser 21cc SRM-225 until I saw your video (I like power). My search took me to another video about the Echo 2320T which is an upgraded 225. It makes sense that a little more gear reduction 2:1, instead of 1.69:1, would make up for the lesser powerful engine. That's where my question comes from. Going up in money and weight takes me to the SRM-226 which is a 25cc engine. They make a 226T model, but again they're more expensive. One of the upgrades that I do like, is the chrome plated cylinder and piston of the more expensive, upgraded models like the 2320T and others (chrome plating is always good for longevity). Oh yeah, I prefer the guard on as without it many pieces of debris and trimmer line pelt my lower legs and put many fragments into the air. So, blue jeans, boots, safety glasses, and a full face shield is what I wear when using a trimmer without a guard. Cheers! R, Steve

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@steveinla8963 thanks for sharing this info Steve! I always pick up new things from this community through people like you. I actually picked up a pb2620 blower after selling my previous pb2520 because it has an upgraded engine and it’s chrome plating. I’m always happier with a tougher engine. 👍

Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

You got it Gail! Thanks for watching

I've had mine for 2 years know. And it starts right up after 2-3 pulls.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Can’t beat em! Thanks for watching

I have an echo Pb-265ln and the srm-225 and I love them both 😊

@GarageGear

2 ай бұрын

Cant beat them! 👍👍

I just bought one, used it since I live in the mountains and have pastures behind and the side of me...I could use any tips on this model, but first time it was effortless

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Jason! Pretty straightforward with this model! What tips are you liking for exactly?

I'm running a Husqvarna 525l but I'm thinking about picking one of these up as a second trimmer

@GarageGear

Ай бұрын

Can’t beat em! 👍

I have an echo trimmer and chainsaw can’t beat them. I did change the fuel lines on the saw.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Can’t beat ‘em ! They just work! 👍

I was gifted a new Stihl straight-shaft string trimmer a few years back, so I don't have any plans to replace it. But, my 9 yr. old Echo backpack leaf blower starts and runs just as terrific as it did the day I pulled it from the box. My next purchase will be either a gas or battery-powered hedge trimmer to eliminate the extension cord hassle. Hmmm... I wonder which is better.?.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Wayne! Can’t go wrong with an echo! Are you hinting at a video idea lol?

@waynem.7226

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear Did you get that? 🤔

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@waynem.7226 I’ll look into it! 👍👍

I bought this trimmer as a backup to my Milwaukee quik lok. The downsides are echo is very loud and replacing trimmer line isn’t as quick as Milwaukee.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

Hey JB, great video! I'm looking at getting a new string trimmer, but was curious about Echo's battery powered trimmers. What are your thoughts? Can it compare well with the gas version you highlighted in this video? Ordinarily, I'd be fine with gas, but I know my wife will be more comfortable with the ease of use with a battery. Thanks man and keep up the great work! -Eric

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hey Eric! My father actually has an echo battery string trimmer at his lake house up in Maine! He’s got a fairly large property and it does the job fine. His echo battery blower only goes for about 20 minutes on high. He likes it because he can’t store gas up there. He says the trimmer cuts well with plenty of power. Echo does make some durable products and he’s has that one with no issues for several years now. Hope this helps my friend! Thanks for watching!

@gailjohnson6670

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear Which battery Echo strimmer does your father have?

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@gailjohnson6670 I want to say it’s the echo eforce 56v! 👍

@gailjohnson6670

Жыл бұрын

Thank for the reply. Much appreciated.

Super helpful, thank you for the recommendation! ❤️

@GarageGear

26 күн бұрын

You got it my friend 👍

Another great video JB. I have had that same trimmer for a couple of years now. Love it, works great.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Hard to beat this machine! Works excellent! Drama free lol! Thanks for watching another chuck!

What's the one tool that fires up every time . My Echo blower. Date I say.. I love that damn blower!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Echo makes equipment you can count on! Without question! I love my blower too lol! Thanks for watching bud!

The plastic bumper cap on my 10 year old SRM225 won’t click into place. Has the plastic shrunk & I need a replacement cap or am I doing something wrong?

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Usually after ten years or so they have taken a beating and need to be replaced. You can usually grab a new speed feed head for about $30

i have a Honda trimmer HHT25s/cc 4 stroke. my first trimmer, premium trimmer. which engine Echo is rockin Garage Gear?

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Echo makes their own brand of engines! Thanks for watching another ang!

@briggsdidnotstrapem7699

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear respect to Echo

I have the PAS 225 echo string trimmer and I was wondering where the grease fittings It's a split trimmer so I can put different attachments on it.

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

There should be grease fittings on each end of every attachment! Especially the string trimmer head!

@ex8280

Жыл бұрын

I heard they are lifetime grease. You don't need to add,clean or care, you just buy a new one. LOL

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@ex8280 it’s a good idea to grease them up once and a while

I agree, Echo makes some high quality stuff. When I worked in lawncare years ago, we ran all Echo accessories and I loved them! Great video as usual JB!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

They make great equipment my friend! Tough as nails too! Thanks for watching as always bud! Doing anything in your garage this weekend?

@TheLawnLover

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear Nope, getting ready for vacation tomorrow and all week. Looking forward to a nice break!

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

@@TheLawnLover awesome my man! Enjoy your vacation! 👍

Hey bud ... I purchased Echo GT 2000...RUNS GREAT , TUNE IT UP , NEW SPARK PLUG, FLILTER IN TANK CHANGED , ECT ....HOW DO YOU GET THE STRING TO COME OUT ...IM FINDING MYSELF , STOPPING , FLIPING THE MACHICE UPSIDE DOWN , AND WORKING OUT THE STRING TO CONTINUE CUTTING .....WASTING MY TIME ...HELP!!! PLEASE

@GarageGear

Жыл бұрын

Sometimes you just need to get a new head for it and it’s about $25. It’s not worth fixing usually, just better to buy a new one. I got about 10 years out of mine.

@edgardomatos7742

Жыл бұрын

@@GarageGear ok .. thats what I looked at to purchase .. thanks ...

Great review. I'm 5foot8. Will this straight model be too tall for me ? Intend to use mainly to edge my lawns

@GarageGear

9 ай бұрын

I’m about the same height! You’re good with this model!

@JDDD33

9 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear thankyou for your reply and great video again. Is this model also easy to restring too? Cheers

@GarageGear

9 ай бұрын

@@JDDD33 sure is here is how to do it! RELOADING an Echo SPEED FEED 400 Head the RIGHT WAY (SAVE A FRIEND) kzread.info/dash/bejne/aKmDyMZqfLK-l5M.html

When I was land scaping we were using the echo PAS system and those rip. You could cut down a small tree with those. Down side is just the engine with no attachments is $450 and then the string trimmer attachment costs you another $120 so it gets extremely expensive quick. I think I'm gonna go get that srm for my yard right now.

@GarageGear

10 ай бұрын

Can’t beat it!

What about the head grease bolt? I guess the new ones don’t have them. That is a shame.

@GarageGear

2 ай бұрын

New ones don’t have them. Not sure why they changed them.