I bought a McCulloch strimmer about two years ago, and frankly its been crap. The revolving cutting head smoked, melted and on one occasion actually flew off so it spent a large proportion of its working season last year in the repair shop, (three times).
I had no joy from B&Q where I bought it or when I suggested at the designated repair centre that I should get a replacement. Now the pull cord has stops retracting and while I'm sure that's repairable I've lost patience and would rather put the money towards a new one - from a different manufacturer!
So if anyone out there in the Bristol area, (with patience, optimism and some mechanical know-how) would like a semi functioning strimmer please get in contact.
I don't want any money for it, but if you can afford a small donation to my favourite charity that would be appreciated.
McCulloch strimmer going for free ( because it's s***)
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I have used a Mc c. strimmer for the last ten years and never had any problems with it, it's only a cheap small one with the bent type shaft but it does the job ok.
I also have a Mc C. chainsaw which has been nothing short of excellent it starts first pull even after leaving it for months.
My tip of the day to make small engines last :- is get a compressor and regularly blow all the bits of sawdust/grass whatever,out of the engine.
Kev
I also have a Mc C. chainsaw which has been nothing short of excellent it starts first pull even after leaving it for months.
My tip of the day to make small engines last :- is get a compressor and regularly blow all the bits of sawdust/grass whatever,out of the engine.
Kev
Thanks for the replies, I will be considering a stihl, the cost being the only problem... but I have never had any trouble with their products.
Kev, I appreciate that not all of McCullochs strimmers are duff, but it was the lack of customer care which also pissed me off. The engine is fine, it hasn't had a chance to wear out, and while there was part of me that want to let off steam about it, I do sincerely hope someone can give it a good home. I hate sending stuff to landfill, and this house ain't big enough for two strimmers.
Kev, I appreciate that not all of McCullochs strimmers are duff, but it was the lack of customer care which also pissed me off. The engine is fine, it hasn't had a chance to wear out, and while there was part of me that want to let off steam about it, I do sincerely hope someone can give it a good home. I hate sending stuff to landfill, and this house ain't big enough for two strimmers.
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