Saturday, February 27, 2010

Fiskars 9210 Long Handled Swivel Grass Shears


Trimming ivy & other ground cover that was over grown on our patios & walk-ways had been a chore & a strain on both my back and knees. It is much easier now to reach areas in need of trimming without bending or getting on my knees because of it's swivel head. The task has become less time consuming and makes for easier maintenance year round.Get more detail about Fiskars 9210 Long Handled Swivel Grass Shears.

Shop For Raindrain 46" Automatic Recoiling Downspout - Green #URD46GR


I purchased one of these at a big box retailer thinking it was a great idea at a low price. I was wrong. The first time and the last that I used it I found a bloated half open drain that was actually shooting water back at the house. I tried to help it open but to no avail. It must need a steady heavy downpour to work because light rain makes it do more harm than good. Do yourself a favor and just use a longer downspout that you can trust.Get more detail about Raindrain 46" Automatic Recoiling Downspout - Green #URD46GR.

Where To Buy Corona Clipper LR 3460 1/2-Inch Long Reach Cut N Hold Bypass Pruner


This unit works well and is easy to handle. Be aware it will not cut branches thicher than 3/8 inch, sometimes a 1/2 inch as stated in the procduct specs. I think a longer handle would be more useful but the unit as advertised does a good job.Get more detail about Corona Clipper LR 3460 1/2-Inch Long Reach Cut N Hold Bypass Pruner.

Friday, February 26, 2010

Order Vector VEC 024B 400-Watt D/C to A/C Power Inverter with Power Level Meter


I bought the Vector MAXX 400 watt inverter because it was about the highest wattage inverter available that still plugged into the cigarette lighter and I am not displeased. The unit comes with both a cigarette lighter cord and alligator clips which can be attached directly to the battery. These are color coded and connected to the unit by the user. I just leave the cigarette lighter cord attached as it still fits in the convenient hard-shell carrying case in that configuration. The unit has audio alarm for low power, a circuit breaker, and a fan which is not too loud.

I found it easy to use - just hook up the cables, plug it in and run my stuff. I mostly use this to power a laptop running navigation software or recharge a cell phone and it works great. (I probably do not need this much power for these tasks but you never know when you will need the extra juice for other usage.) It powered the laptop on a 12 hour drive from Chicago to D.C. with no problems. I do use a surge suppressor for the laptop but that is just me and to the best of my knowledge, the Vector MAXX has never triggered the surge suppressor.

My only (mild) complaint is that the cords are a little short. Overall, I find it easy to use and pretty handy to have around. I recommend it.
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Purchase Poulan PP133 Pro 17-inch 33cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered Straight Shaft Attachment Capable String Trimmer


YOU CANNOT BUY BULK TRIMMER LINE FOR THIS TRIMMER. POULAND SPECIFIES THAT YOU SHOULD ONLY USE .115 DIAMETER TRIMMER LINE. NOBODY SELLS IT, BUT POULAN, OF COURSE, AND THEN ONLY IN PRECUT PRICEY SMALL PACKAGES. I HAVE LOOKED EVERYWHERE FOR .115 LINE. IT'S NOWHERE TO BE HAD. THIS TRIMMER MAY SEEM LIKE A DEAL, BUT WHAT YOU SAVE YOU WILL SPEND LATER BUYING GOURMET TRIM LINE. I'M SORRY I BOUGHT IT. Get more detail about Poulan PP133 Pro 17-inch 33cc 2-Cycle Gas Powered Straight Shaft Attachment Capable String Trimmer.

Buy Youngstown Glove Co. 05-3430-80-L Waterproof Gauntlet XT Performance Glove Large, Black


Pros
- Glove sizes are accurate, maybe slightly on the tight side
- Good for bad weather down to 20 degrees F or so
- Drawstring around cuff keeps snow out nicely
- Good flexibility and grip
Cons
- Not as warm as I thought they'd be. Extended use in 10 degree F didn't keep fingers warm
- Not waterproof as stated. I'd call them "weather proof" instead. Extended use in cold, slushy snow conditions eventually soaked through to hands. Will keep hands warm and dry for a number of hours though.
- Sides and back of fingers is made of very rough material, not suitable for wiping snow off glasses or scratching your nose. Other gloves I've used have soft material in this area for that purpose.Get more detail about Youngstown Glove Co. 05-3430-80-L Waterproof Gauntlet XT Performance Glove Large, Black.

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Buying Black & Decker DF-080 Dual-Line Replacement Spool .080-Inch


There's not much to say about this replacement spool. It is easy to install (no tools required), it feeds line automatically and does the job. What more more can you ask for in a product?Get more detail about Black & Decker DF-080 Dual-Line Replacement Spool .080-Inch.

Cheap Sawyer Products Premium Odorless Permethrin Insect Repellent - 9 ounce can


STAY AWAY FROM THIS PRODUCT! (unless you love chigger bites) I would rate it a 0 if I could. I was fooled by the advertising of this product. After carefully applying exactly according to directions, I confidently headed off into the woods to weedeat/clear some local mountainbike trails. I was covered from head to toe...boots, pants tied shut at ankles, long sleeves, gloves. Soaked everything the day before with this product. 2 days later (that's when chigger infestations show themselves) my neck looks like I'm wearing a red turtleneck! It's awful. The chigs crawled up the treated shoes, up the treated pants, up the treated shirt until they found my open neck. Today I'm in so much discomfort I'm just plain mad. I'm going back to the age-old "sulfer-powder" dusting that folks have used for years. Of course, that product does not make any money for big corporations, or have any wonderful-sounding marketing hype. (rant over)Get more detail about Sawyer Products Premium Odorless Permethrin Insect Repellent - 9 ounce can.

Discount Ames True Temper True Temper Pruning Solutions Professional Grass Shear #234930


I am very pleased with the quality of this product. The cushioned handles makes the shears comfortable to use without getting blisters on my hands!Get more detail about Ames True Temper True Temper Pruning Solutions Professional Grass Shear #234930.

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Cheapest Karcher K 2.16 1,400 PSI 1.3 GPM Electric Pressure Washer


I would never buy another Karcher. I purchased a Karcher which was a different model, cost almost $300. new. The off/on switch broke almost as soon as I started using it and I could not get a replacement part. They would not honor the warranty because I had not bought it from them direct. They did say I could bypass the safety switch but be careful because I could get hot wired myself. Get more detail about Karcher K 2.16 1,400 PSI 1.3 GPM Electric Pressure Washer.

Save Gerber 08762 Sheath, Black, Medium


I wasn't impressed with this carriar at all. Apparently it was redesigned and done poorly. It was given a small pocket(useless) and rendered it unable to hold the gerber tool. We had to invest in velcro strips, add them to the holder so the top flap could be fastened.Get more detail about Gerber 08762 Sheath, Black, Medium.

Low Price AO Safety 97315 Select Slim Ear Muffs, Blue


I bought these for my 5 year old son who is very sensitive to loud noises for a trip to Disney World. The fireworks, shows, and some rides are very loud at the various parks. My son had a much more enjoyable trip and the ear muffs gave him confidence to try things that he would otherwise not have done. The muffs are adjustable where the ear muff connects to the head band and can fit an infant to a small adult. The Disney trip alone made this purchase worthwhile, but we will continue to use these for a variety of activities for a long time to come.Get more detail about AO Safety 97315 Select Slim Ear Muffs, Blue.

Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Lowest Price Corona Clipper AC 8300 Sharpening Tool


Thia corona product #AC8300 is a way to get those garden cutting tools sharp quickly and easy. I have owned this for a couple years now and I would be lost without mine now. I highly recommend to buy this product. I have used it on all my any type blades to sharpen even my pocket knife I have not found anything as of date that it will not sharpen. Cannot go wrong purchasing this product for yourself and for anyone as a gift. Get more detail about Corona Clipper AC 8300 Sharpening Tool.

Nash 100 Mole Trap Right now


One of the most effective(maybe the best) mole trap/solution currently on the market!First you identify main mole runs, then place the trap, it near 100% effective. Get more detail about Nash 100 Mole Trap.

Composter: Compact ComposTumbler Decide Now


The Compact ComposTumbler is generally a good design for use on a deck, especially with the heavy duty crack to rotate the drum. Unfortunately, the door design is lacking. In order to open the door, it must be removed completely, then replaced. Replacing the door is not an easy task, because latches must be placed directly into catches while simultaneously re-curving the door to the round shape of the unit. My wife refuses to do it, because it is too difficult for her, and she does not feel as though she should have to spend so much time just closing a door.

Attention to a little detail would drastically improve usability of this unit.Get more detail about Composter: Compact ComposTumbler.

Monday, February 22, 2010

Ross 14680 Tree & Shrub Root Feeder Refills 54-Pack Buy Now


Excellent Value. I purchased a pack of Ross Feeder refills at the local hardware store with about 1/2 the number of refills for the same price as the 54 pack.Get more detail about Ross 14680 Tree & Shrub Root Feeder Refills 54-Pack.

Worx WA3152 18-Volt NiCad Battery for WG150/WG541/WG901.1/WG250 Order Now


Don't bother buying this product. The battery dies after about a year of use. You might as well go buy a different edger/trimmer if you are going to spend money buying a battery every year. What a waste.Get more detail about Worx WA3152 18-Volt NiCad Battery for WG150/WG541/WG901.1/WG250.

Pro-Lab Incorporated WQ105 Complete Household Water Quality Test Kit Get it now!


I was extremely dissapointed with this purchase, and wish I would have read the reviews on here before buying.

1) The instructions were printed in black and white. This is not good when you need to compare the color on the test strips to the colors on the charts in the instructions. If you go to the pro-lab website, you can download the instructions in color, but it's hard to compare the strips to colors on a computer monitor.

2) The only reason I bought this kit was to see how much iron was in my water to determine what filtration system I need to buy. Well, according to this test, I have no iron at all. I know there is iron in my water; I can smell it, I can taste it, I can see it turning my filters and toilet orange, but according to this test...none.

3) This test said my PH was 2.0. Really? 2.0? Pretty sure I would be dead by now if this were true. I checked this using a test kit I had for my aquarium and it came out 6.5.

4) There is no test for iron bacteria or hydrogen sulfide in the package. The instructions just tell you to smell your water. To give them a little credit here, I think the best way to test for hydrogen sulfide is to smell your water, but claiming there is a test in the package is very misleading.Get more detail about Pro-Lab Incorporated WQ105 Complete Household Water Quality Test Kit.

Sunday, February 21, 2010

Bogs Men's Rancher Black Boot,Black,13 M Best Quality


I bought these boots for my son as he has daily farm chores in all kinds of weather. They have been so much better than his old rubber boots! they are comfortable and waterproof.I have two other boys and they did not have holes in their boots, (hence they still have wellies!)and now they take the bogs from their brother whenever they can!!! Looks like I will be buying at least two more pairs if not three (one for Dad). If you work outside in all conditions especially farm type stuff... livestock etc these boots are a must!!!!Get more detail about Bogs Men's Rancher Black Boot,Black,13 M.

3M R-7512ES Professional Half-Mask Organic Vapor, N95 Respirator Assembly, Medium Immediately


This mask is very comfortable, and makes an excellent seal without having to make the straps too tight. It uses 3M's standard filters that also fit the 6000 series. I used it when cleaning metal with xylene, and I couldn't even detect the odor. When I finished and then removed the mask, even the residual odor on my clothes was incredible! I could not have done the job without it.
I should have bought one years ago....Get more detail about 3M R-7512ES Professional Half-Mask Organic Vapor, N95 Respirator Assembly, Medium.

Fruit Picker Head Tr20090 This instant


i went to the local hardware store and bought an extending pole for this.
fits perfect. clamped tight. presto !!
fruit picking begins !!
i had to get all the fruit picked up or my hubby was going to chop down the
fruit trees !!
so, i bought each of my neighbors one too !!
we are all so excited.
GETCHA ONE !!
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