Why Battery, garden power tools

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  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ก.ค. 2024
  • This is a short video, answering some of the many questions and messages i get regarding battery powered tools i use.
    Iv tried to answer the main questions as best i can, this is only how i run the tools and my opinion.
    I started going over to battery kit 2 years ago, with the hla65 and progressed from there, apart from the kma135r, which was kindly gifted to me by Stihl, all the tools I bought and paid for.
    Iv used the tool in every weather condition you can think of and had no issues or problems.
    2 stroke fuel, still definitely has its place ,but for me its not as important as it used to be.
    I do hope it is of help.
    #gardening #batterypower #lawncare

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  • @stoneyblack6905
    @stoneyblack6905 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi mate, l totally agree with everything you said, and couldn’t put it any better…🍻

  • @DJC995
    @DJC995 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice One Jason Thanks again

  • @marklemoine7368
    @marklemoine7368 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video and you now have ne on the battery products of stihl 👍

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers mate, battery is definitely worth looking in too 😊👍

  • @Premier_lawns_official
    @Premier_lawns_official 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Noise is a big one. Before you go battery you don't think it matters. Less vibration is another good one.
    Still need the big pertrol blower.

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's very true, if I hear a gardener using 2 stroke machines, in the garden next door to my client, it's so noisy and really brings it home, how invasive that noise and irritating.
      Cheers mate 👍

  • @thatwelshman4518
    @thatwelshman4518 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Cost is the biggest reason I haven’t looked into it too much. Costs a hell of a lot to get all the tools, batteries and chargers initially. Suppose there’s always transitioning a bit at a time

    • @stevenwright6869
      @stevenwright6869 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Slow transition is probably the best way for most, its a long term investment, but battery is a (in my opinion) much more productive way of working, so time/money saved or made.
      👍👍

  • @themowerman
    @themowerman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the video mate .. lots of questions answered..

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks mick, glad it was informative mate 👍.
      Hope you/Mrs p and your your man are keeping well 👍

  • @Grahams-Grass
    @Grahams-Grass 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've gone dewalt for the simple reason you can use the batterys for so many other tools drills impact wrench saws etc etc ... battery is the future it's only a matter of time before they stop producing 2 strokes ... battery to start up well if you got a massive budget ... think most people start with a small budget and work there way up ... not used a petrol hedge trimmer or strimmer all year just battery .. I do need the petrol mower I do tackle sone ruff ass gardens at times 🤣👍👍👍👍👏👏👏

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Totally agree, how you run your battery, across different tools, it's very much what works best for you, starting out is tricky at the best of times, but see where your coming from 👍.
      Take care in this hot weather 👍

  • @slowmarchingband1
    @slowmarchingband1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Good video Jason, very thoughtful and thorough. Love battery gear myself, for all the reasons you mentioned. Only issue I've ever had is leaving batteries overnight in the van in freezing weather, had to pop them on a radiator for 20 minutes before charging. I wouldn't go back to 2 stroke now.

  • @jackw9920
    @jackw9920 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good vide Jason. My opinion for what it’s worth is, without restricting yourself on jobs, can you run a business solely on 2 stroke kit? yes. Can you run a business solely on battery kit? No.
    I have both do enjoy the best of both worlds but the petrol often comes out for the tuff stuff.

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's only my opinion mate and I totally respect yours 👍, Be a boring world if we were all the same.
      😊👍👍

  • @RJLgardens
    @RJLgardens 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice to hear your take on it mate 👍

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks RJL, battery for me is just so nice to use 😊👍

  • @jameswyeth8223
    @jameswyeth8223 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Jason, must get to see some of Norfolk this year 👍

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks mate, Norfolk is amazing and beautiful place, but I am biased lol
      👍👍

  • @fortnightlygardenmaintenan8987
    @fortnightlygardenmaintenan8987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Jason answered every question that ive ever came across since ive been using battery gear keep up the great work 👌🏼🍃🍃

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cheers fgm.
      There's tons of information out there, but never quite what we are looking for.
      Hope your keeping well 😊👍

  • @TheCountryCottageGardener
    @TheCountryCottageGardener 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really interesting your views on battery kit. I've been meaning to do a similar type video but time has escaped me 👍👍

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks mate.
      As you know it's a big subject and can confusing at times.
      It's so hard finding time to make videos, I would love to be able to make more, got so much footage of different jobs, hope you get a chance to make a battery video soon.
      😊👍

  • @zoba4645
    @zoba4645 ปีที่แล้ว

    the reality is that trimmers will always be relatively difficult to work with due to the nature of the work and the weight and reach of the trimmer, regardless of whether they are battery powered or petrol powered.

  • @jadoon2981
    @jadoon2981 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    been using battery gear for a few years now would never go back.

  • @msblawnmowinglandscapingan1660
    @msblawnmowinglandscapingan1660 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sweet video.

  • @thegeordiefellwalker8878
    @thegeordiefellwalker8878 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    good stuff mate👌👍🌲

  • @neusac4590
    @neusac4590 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for that explanation Jason. I have seen many TH-cam's lawn care business using battery. I myself do use battery power tools, even though, my lawnmower is electric. 👍👍👍👍😉🇺🇸

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks Neusa, battery is getting more and more popular, how you getting on with your battery tools
      👍

    • @neusac4590
      @neusac4590 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jasongardener3425 I'm doing good Jason, have been using it for years. All my tools are Ryobi brand, I already had to replace a couple of batteries, other then that, all good.

  • @stevehazard8303
    @stevehazard8303 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Jason, great video, thank you. I am starting a garden maintenance business and I am convinced that electric is a good idea. Would you please be able to share your kit list so I can use it as a shopping list. Thank you

  • @andrewchapman1511
    @andrewchapman1511 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ahh I see you have been shopping at my local dealer fls !! Nice showroom !!! And easy to spend cash !!! Lol hope you are not too hot today . Andrew

    • @robrusticwoodlandproducts6662
      @robrusticwoodlandproducts6662 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, Andrew , where abouts is FLS , please , if it’s in the Kings Lynn / Sandringham area , it’s not too far from me , be nice to visit a different shop to my usual . 👍🍺🍺

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Haha cool, small world, yes great showroom and friendly service.
      It was a really hard day today 🌞 and more to come for us all.
      Cheers, take care mate 👍

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@robrusticwoodlandproducts6662 it's felthorpe
      lawnmower services, n/w of Norwich, definitely worth a drive over 👌👍

    • @robrusticwoodlandproducts6662
      @robrusticwoodlandproducts6662 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jasongardener3425 Cheers, Jason 🍺

  • @nathancouchman6910
    @nathancouchman6910 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Jason, I have slowly turned to battery. I went for Milwaukee as i already had the battery’s for the workshop and maintenance tools so saved a load there. Customers love less noise and I also find I get through jobs much quicker. Yet to find a job I can’t do. Keep making the good videos love watching them 👍🏼

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Cool, you totally understand where I'm coming from 👍.
      I honestly think, if more people tried battery, any brand with a open mind, they would be surprised at its capability.
      Cheers mate 👍

    • @nathancouchman6910
      @nathancouchman6910 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jasongardener3425 definitely, I do still have my HS75 and small petrol strimmer but they haven’t come out once this year. The only thing I haven’t done (yet) is a battery mower but it won’t be long

    • @nathancouchman6910
      @nathancouchman6910 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jasongardener3425 definitely, I do still have my HS75 and small petrol strimmer but they haven’t come out once this year. The only thing I haven’t done (yet) is a battery mower but it won’t be long

  • @LewisgardenservicesLtd
    @LewisgardenservicesLtd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice selection of kit there👍 my reasons for using battery kit is pretty much the same. Health and length of time I can continue using them has been improved. Cheers for the vid👌

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks nath.
      When people like us old times lol, have been in horticultural for many decades, injuries don't go away, so better tools makes life easier and stretch out our sell by date 😅👍👍.
      Happy trimming mate

    • @LewisgardenservicesLtd
      @LewisgardenservicesLtd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jasongardener3425 spot on, I think a lot who say no to battery don't have our aches and pains....yet😅take care mate👍

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@LewisgardenservicesLtd spot on, a creaking old wooden chair, makes the same sound as us old timers 😂👍

    • @LewisgardenservicesLtd
      @LewisgardenservicesLtd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jasongardener3425 😂

  • @mt4592
    @mt4592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Sthil HLA 86 with an AP 300S battery cutting spruce hedge in -14C ran 6h pretty much straight here in Finland last winter. Got the machine because of you. There is no going back to 2 stroke. The comparison would be me fighting Andre the Giant.

    • @mt4592
      @mt4592 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I also cut down problematic trees using tree runner climbing boots and Stihl msa 161 t battery saw. Its so practical when high up. No need to start it, its light and quiet.

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm really pleased your finding the battery kit so good, the word (game changer) gets thrown around a lot, but battery kit, really is, I'm glad I was of help mate, ap300s is a great battery, I tend to run a ap200 in hla65/66 just for low weight and still 2+ hours trigger time.
      Take care mate 😊👍

  • @randyt3558
    @randyt3558 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The only issue i've ever had with weather and battery power is heat. My charger will not charge in over 90 degree heat. Once the charger cools down, it's fine. Keep the charger out of the sun.

  • @oztraliangrown8208
    @oztraliangrown8208 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    2stroke for life...my backpack blower has a handy battery though..br450 runs on 2stroke but has an electric start button on the handle so no need to take off your back if you've stopped and realise there's more to blow 😉💨

  • @jefffleet5724
    @jefffleet5724 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video Jason 👌👌

  • @noelcahill6707
    @noelcahill6707 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video jason for us here in britain and ireland we get different conditions to the states so this detailed video is great would a electric van be good for you now i know u can charge stuff off them

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks noel, very true, there are many differences between country's, to be honest electric van has never crossed my mind, but I suppose they will be the norm one day.
      👍👍

  • @lisawaters2585
    @lisawaters2585 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I did enjoy your vid, very much. It was really informative. Too bad you don't like Stihl, tho.....

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      😂👌.
      Thanks Lisa, hope you're well keeping well 👍

  • @robrusticwoodlandproducts6662
    @robrusticwoodlandproducts6662 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video, Jason , looking forward to seeing more videos of you using the different tools , I’m especially interested in your thoughts on the long reach hedge trimmer, because the motor is up near the blades , does it make it heavy to use after a long period of cutting? Cheers 👍🍺

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks.
      The hla 86, is a great trimmer, I personally find it slightly lighter and easier to use.
      Cheers 👍😊

  • @TKG
    @TKG 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I think there is much room for improvement on battery gear, but defiantly come a long way especially in the pro range.

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely come a long long way
      Cheers mate 👍

  • @msblawnmowinglandscapingan1660
    @msblawnmowinglandscapingan1660 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think you have about 100 clients.

  • @Erik-br6yd
    @Erik-br6yd ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello jason, do you use a battery pruningshear. I find them very nice and use the felco 2 a lot less.

  • @penallywill
    @penallywill 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    love your videos, we have just brought the Stihl telescopic long handle and it is amazing and the power, we are looking at getting more but i am kind of stuck on which short handle to get we currently use the hs82r's, i see the 130r and the other r are both cable powered not just battery slotted into it which is putting me off a bit, how did the HSA100 go? i am guessing that would be just as good as the old HS82r's?

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you🙂.
      The hsa100 is a really good trimmer, but not as powerful as the hsa130 and if you prefer that little more power, the hsa100 won't suit you, the 130 is a excellent machine 👍

  • @beyondboardmadness
    @beyondboardmadness 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    How many batteries do you need for a day , using a strimmer and hedge cutters only ? How many batteries do you need to start with ? Great video 👍

    • @MrTikdo
      @MrTikdo ปีที่แล้ว +1

      you can hedge a whole day on 9am till 6pm on 2 battery's ak range or ap range from sthil and you wont even use all off the 2nd battery. weed eater and blowers drain the battery's fast and not worth it. from my experience go battery everything apart from weed eater and mower stick with petrol on these 2

  • @brianconnor1810
    @brianconnor1810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Question Jason, when using the stihl hs82r for the thick stuff, is there an equivalent battery hedgecutter that cuts the same thick diameter for hedge, conifer reductions?
    I will definitely not be buying a battery lawn mower, it's the one thing that I don't think will change. I'm cutting lots of different types of lawns daily and battery lawnmowers don't have the torque or runtime for a days cutting of wet grass. I still think there a long way off in the lawnmower evolution to even be comparable to top quality mowers.

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      The stihl hsa94 r, I did a review video, probably 18 ish months ago, it's definitely very capable of the heavy cutting work, I love the 18in rma 448 battery mower, but it's very much what suits you and what your happy with.
      👍👍

    • @brianconnor1810
      @brianconnor1810 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jasongardener3425 Thanks Jason. I must have missed that video, I'll have a look. Thanks again🌲👍

  • @bumpkinrocks
    @bumpkinrocks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    What mortgage rate did you get?🤣
    Or is it sponsored by Stihl? I remember they gave you some machines back along.
    Won't ever be buying any myself whilst petrols available and I'm still fit and strong. There's some benefits but more negatives I'm my opinion.

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Apart from the kma135r (kombi unit) it's all bought and paid for, battery isn't for everyone and if 2 stroke is your choice, that's totally fine, we all look for something different in tools.
      😊👍

  • @marcusd2380
    @marcusd2380 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    With increase in ether in petrol clogging up carbs is not an issue with batteries they are the way to go

  • @andrewthomas2406
    @andrewthomas2406 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am old school.i wouldnt entertain anything battery,the proper way to power something is with a engine.i wouldnt even get in a vehicle powered by battery,its engines all the way

    • @jasongardener3425
      @jasongardener3425  ปีที่แล้ว

      Got to move with the times, I would imagine a 100 years of ago, people said, never use a petrol engine, only steam is best, got to keep moving forward

    • @andrewthomas2406
      @andrewthomas2406 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@jasongardener3425 sorry dont agree.petrol and diesel engines for ever