ECHO SPEED FEED 400 REVIEW, TIPS, AND INSTALLATION. UNIVERSAL HEAD INSTALLED ON STIHL.

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  • Опубликовано: 15 янв 2021
  • The Echo Speed Feed 400 trimmer head has been a great time saver for my company. Here we give an honest review as well as tips for the user, and step by step instructions for installation. We are installing this trimmer head on a Stihl FS 111, but the set includes adapters for most common string trimmers.
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  • @mitchellsmith4742
    @mitchellsmith4742 Год назад +13

    Now I feel like a moron. This is my first year in business and I have an echo 2620T trimmer came with the speed feed 400 head. I’ve been disassembling the head to run my new line through. Never even noticed the arrows 🤦🏻‍♂️ going to be a lot more productive now. Thanks brotha for the tutorial

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  Год назад

      Anytime!

    • @rvh77
      @rvh77 2 месяца назад

      Man, thanks a lot for this video. I just bought a Speed Feed 400 for my Echo 2620. Been a cave man long enough 😂. Can't wait for it to arrive. Now I have a clue how to use it, thanks to you.

    • @Bill-js1cg
      @Bill-js1cg 2 дня назад

      Me too! The friend I borrowed it from didnt know this either!!

  • @chino03emiliz86
    @chino03emiliz86 3 года назад +45

    Thanks Jay ! I’m just a regular dude in Kansas that benefited from your video. Thanks for being a great human being 🤙

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +5

      That's very kind of you to say. Thank you brotha!

    • @Jonnyboy876
      @Jonnyboy876 3 года назад +1

      agreed! my dumb ass had the line in wrong and was wondering why it wasn't self feeding 😂

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +1

      @@Jonnyboy876 Glad you got it right

    • @dustinnorris9402
      @dustinnorris9402 10 месяцев назад +1

      I am also just a regular dude in Kansas that benefited from this.

  • @franchise3531
    @franchise3531 10 часов назад

    I've had my echo for about 4 years and I learned today how to do this correctly lol. I see I'm not the only dummy 😂😂😂😂. Thanks bro

  • @gonehome6245
    @gonehome6245 5 дней назад

    Thanks, now I see why the Speed Feed heads are so popular: More line, easier loading.

  • @michaelvoorhees5978
    @michaelvoorhees5978 Год назад +16

    Scuff the bottom and put a layer of jb weld on it and it'll last so much longer!! You're welcome lol

  • @charlesjacksoniii8787
    @charlesjacksoniii8787 3 года назад +8

    I just bought the Echo SpeedFeed 400 for my Stihl FS 91 R String Trimmer I love it. Its so easy to refill with line.

  • @FranciscoMarcialA
    @FranciscoMarcialA Месяц назад +2

    sir I'm a roofer. wanted to let you know i was struggling with the adapter. and i was jamming a screw driver and hammer. once i saw you pop out the adapter i felt like a moron. thank you for this video. appreciate it

  • @cedriclunford2080
    @cedriclunford2080 Месяц назад +1

    Wow! I've had the speed feed 400 for almost 2 years and when I originally bought it, everything worked fine as it should've. After I decided to replace the original trimmer line with the thicker diamond line, I must have reinstalled with the arrow facing the wrong direction because the string would no longer spit out when bumped. I figured it was a bad unit and would normally disassemble and pull more string through manually . I never knew of this simple and easy to follow instructions. After watching your video, I went out and relooked at my trimmer and sure indeed, i had reinstalled the line assembly with the arrows in the wrong direction . After correcting the issue, It works just as the day I bought it! Thank you so much for the video, I feel like an idiot for not knowing this.

  • @aaronfoley8991
    @aaronfoley8991 2 года назад +16

    Those heads are terrific. A few years back I worked a whole season without knowing it was a speed-feed on my echo 225 so I was always refilling the "archaic" way until a dude from another lawn service pointed it out to me. Felt pretty dumb but shoot, now it's speed feed heads on all the whips at the shop. Great vid. 💪💯

  • @TheScoundrel70
    @TheScoundrel70 2 года назад +29

    Great video Jay! Just a DIY/FYI project to get WAY more life out of your cap, if you pick up a 3/8" carriage bolt, 3/8" fender washer (Or a 1/2" if using a carriage bolt to go over the square base under the head), and a 3/8" lock nut. Drill a 3/8" hole dead center in the cap. If you are using a carriage bolt, use a sharp knife and cut the hole into a square. If you are using any other kind of bolt, this won't be necessary. Pop the washer over the bolt, put the bolt through the hole, and tighten to just snug with the lock washer. Now you have a domed metal head with a metal flat washer covering the high wear area of the cap. Since it's dead center, there isn't any extra load on the trimmer or anything. You can use a regular hex head bolt, but I like to use a domed head bolt, just so it glides smoothly and doesn't catch on anything. If you have a head already wearing thin, you can save it so long as you have not gone through to the spring. I'm not a commercial/professional user, but I used to go through 3-4 caps in a year. This is my third year with a cap that I would say is half worn before adding the bolt/washer trick. All in, a small pack of 6 stainless bolts, 2 stainless fender washers (still using the first one) and 2 lock nuts (still using the first one) cost about $6 from the local hardware store, so if you have a couple minutes to drill and bolt, I'd say it's money well spent since it's even cheaper than just a replacement cap.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +6

      Thank you for the comment. I will definitely try this in the future.

    • @Bluesky-bx2ig
      @Bluesky-bx2ig 2 года назад +6

      You beat me to this tip. I have the original cap on my speed feed because of the installed carriage bolt. Residential use @ 5 years old!

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +2

      @@Bluesky-bx2ig Nice!

    • @sandgrownun66
      @sandgrownun66 Год назад

      I just bought a copy of this head from China, as they are half the price of the originals. After measuring, if you use an M10 (3/8") carriage bolt, the washers will be too big for the included spring. Using an M8 (5/16") bolt, should mean that everything will fit? I will find out, when the bolts, washers and nuts arrive.

  • @davegerhardt1018
    @davegerhardt1018 Год назад +2

    Jay, you mentioned not trusting possibly brittle string. Chickanic explained about that in one of her videos. All old string can be revitalized - "unbrittled" - by soaking the string only (not in the string head) in a container of water. Leave it in there for a day and pull it out to use. It will absorb water to replace what has dried out and it should be as good as new! I hope that helps you with this issue.

  • @rjazco51
    @rjazco51 2 года назад +2

    A tip I learned about ( Brittle ) trimmer line.. REJUVENATE IT...Just let it soak in water for a few hours and it will become soft / plyable again . It won't cause line breaking... ALSO spray a Lubricant in the hole were the trimmer line is & won't jam up... Thanks for this video on how to use the speed feeder...

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад

      Thanks for the tip!

    • @philliphall5198
      @philliphall5198 2 месяца назад

      Dawn dishwashing soap in water helps it feed great and lasts longer 😊

  • @curtmorgan
    @curtmorgan 2 года назад +12

    Thanks Jay; I bought an Echo Speed-Feed 400 Universal Trimmer Head, but I didn't know how to replace the line; this head and your tips are game changers. I really like your chill presentation that gets right to the point from a guy who isn't talking theories but it out there using the tools in the field. I just got back in after changing the line and applying your tips. Thanks again.

  • @wtfisdat6382
    @wtfisdat6382 2 года назад +11

    A BONUS TIP: keep your line submerged in water til the day of use (or even til the time to load the head). There are a lot of landscapers keeping line on their trailer or in the truck. The smart ones are keeping it in a sealed bucket or pail. It will stay far more pliable and cut much longer on each section. You'll use a fraction of line as a pro by doing that. Remember, this stuff breaks down quickly in the sun and hot air. There's a reason you don't have trim line piled up six inches deep already on the properties you maintain. ;)
    Toss that "dead line" you pulled off in for a soak and pull it out in a few days. You won't be keeping it for emergencies, you'll want to load that juicy string.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +3

      Great tip! I might try that with my "dead line". Thank you sir!

    • @AngusNB
      @AngusNB 2 года назад +2

      I was going to leave the same comment. We have no idea how old "New" string from the hardware store is. Throw it in a bucket of water.

    • @ForViewingOnly
      @ForViewingOnly 2 года назад +1

      Interesting tip, I'll give that a go, thanks!

    • @michaelvoorhees5978
      @michaelvoorhees5978 Год назад +1

      @@JaysLawnService did you do it? All line sound be soaked. Even if new. That line could have sat in a hot warehouse for a while. This stuff is made in huge batches. It works on all line!!!!

  • @schaeferlawncarepropertyma4898
    @schaeferlawncarepropertyma4898 2 года назад +2

    Winding up the line into the head is easier if you hold the head in one hand and then use your other hand to wind up the black ring that way the line won't tangle around your wrist.

  • @firstname6208
    @firstname6208 2 года назад +2

    Take the spring out of the cap, drill a 5/16" hole dead center, install a 3/4" long bolt, fender washer and poly lock nut. Reinstall the spring and now you will not wear out the cap. I tape the extra string to the darwins grip so whomever grabs the weedeater has extra string. I left some string in my pocket and momma was not happy when it wadded up the spool in her wash machine, never put string in my pocket again.

  • @davidpadilla9462
    @davidpadilla9462 2 года назад +16

    Awesome. Straight to the point and explains why he does and doesnt do certain things, for example, not trusting the provided string in the bump feed, rather, replacing everything clean and fresh having complete confidence in your machine before you begin the task at hand. Gave this first time weed wacker user some confidence. Here we go, lets do it. Thanks, brother.

  • @HenryDarr
    @HenryDarr 3 года назад +31

    Very informative tutorial !
    Straight to the point, great hot tips in regards to the consumable parts and how to replace them efficiently.
    Stay blessed brother 🤙🏽

  • @mustangtonto5862
    @mustangtonto5862 10 месяцев назад +2

    U R Good! Thank you. Yesterday I attempted to use my 400 for the first time, unsuccessfully. Drank a beer and called it a day. After watching your video I know it will work for me today!

  • @ericpigg2689
    @ericpigg2689 Год назад

    I LOVE to watch my neighbor re-string his trimmer. He has to go sit down in the shade while he works on it. I can restring mine without shutting the engine off. I have tried to tell him about the speed feed. He told me they "don't work right". I assured him they do, but then he said they do not work for his trimmer. LOL. At this point I hope he never gets one because watching him struggle is a blast.

  • @GarryBurgess
    @GarryBurgess 2 года назад +3

    Lots of people drill a hole through the cap and put a ⅜ bolt with the flat part on the outside, so when you tap it it won't wear to because you're just tapping on the head of the bold.

  • @victorrippe5845
    @victorrippe5845 3 года назад +3

    Best trimmer head ever been using them for over 20 years ever since Shindaiwa came out with the speed feed head.

  • @bw6480
    @bw6480 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks, this was extremely helpful. For reference, these steps work on the Stihl FS 94 R (Stihl FS94R) string trimmer I own (including the green bushing - described beginning at ~7:50 time). For those that are following this - make sure to get that spacer that goes between the trimmer and the speed head oriented correctly (beginning at ~9:25)!

  • @tomginger9687
    @tomginger9687 10 месяцев назад +1

    Jay, I too went through the cover on my 1st speed feed, exposing the spring. On my second one, I used a washer and a short self-tapping screw in the center of the cover. I have now used that one head for three seasons. I installed the washer and the screw on a brand new head because I wanted all the plastic I could get for the screw to grab. Try it. You will love it.

  • @bethguillory340
    @bethguillory340 2 года назад +9

    I cant't thank you enough for clearly showing how to load the echo trimmer. You brought the trimmer head close to the screen so that anyone can clearly see and comprehend how to line up the little notches. No one is as good and clear and thorough as you. Y should become a teacher, because you both show and explain everything slowly and perfectly.
    GOD BLESS YOU ! AND A BIG BIG THANKS!!!

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +1

      Wow! That is very kind of you to say. Thank you so much!

  • @scoutmasterruss
    @scoutmasterruss 3 года назад +5

    This is why I love RUclips! Thank you for your video. The directions were not easy to follow that came with it. You literally simplified the process.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +2

      I'm glad I was able to help out. Thanks for watching!

  • @breeze787
    @breeze787 Год назад

    I just got my Speed Feed 400 yesterday. It kind of fell apart in my hands and gave the instructions a look. Threw away the instructions and just fiddled with the parts. Installed it took it out in my back yard fired her up and about 6 minutes later I was about half way done. There isn't any kind of positive click to let you know you've let line out. The only way to tell is the swishing of the line gets louder. What a great purchase! I've learned to be patient with the old head now I'm back to enjoying trimming again.

  • @Crossword131
    @Crossword131 Год назад +1

    Homie in a lawn forum I was checking said *his ☆☆☆☆ pro tip* on these was to drill a small hole in the center of the cap, then fit it with a nut and washer outside and a locking nut inside. That way you never make contact with cement and you save the life of the head for longer.
    I haven't tried it, but it seems legit.
    Hope this helps cut down your $$ on new heads/caps.
    New sub. Good sh*t.
    Ups.

  • @gvyberv
    @gvyberv 2 года назад +7

    You amazingly made this feel like a documentary. Man I truly appreciate this and definitely will be subscribing. Please keep the videos coming.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад

      Thank you so much! I appreciate that. Stay tuned.

  • @diarmuidcdc
    @diarmuidcdc 3 года назад +3

    Awesome video on the speed feed head , the instructions to install it, and great tip on how to measure out your line. Thanks so much.

  • @aljingwa1865
    @aljingwa1865 Год назад

    Jay, Thank you for this illustration. I have struggled with string replacement since I got my echo, (not the same power as yours). I laughed out loud this morning after I replaced it, without it faulting when I start the machine. Thank you! I appreciate!

  • @PatriotPaulUSA
    @PatriotPaulUSA 2 года назад +1

    When Shindaiwa invented this head it was a complete game change for the whole trimmer market. I bought one of their trimmers 15yrs ago with it and haven't looked back. I recently put one on my Makita 18v cordless trimmer. I have also seen it under other brand names now like Echo, Oregon, etc. but its still the same Shindawa head. I wont use anything else.

  • @mikesanders9079
    @mikesanders9079 2 года назад +6

    Cave Man here who just got educated! Thanks for a greata video Jay! I've never liked using string trimmers since they're such a pain to re-string. Just bought a new straight shaft stilhl trimmer and I'mm gonna toss the orignial head and give the speed feed a try. Nice camera work and great instructions!

  • @jerrysoutherland662
    @jerrysoutherland662 2 года назад +4

    Also the spool,has a L. and a R on it for a straight and a curve shaft trimmer. Great video.

  • @CalUSAF311
    @CalUSAF311 2 года назад +2

    First thing I just did on my Honda 35cc 4 stroke trimmer.

  • @williamhorn8701
    @williamhorn8701 2 года назад +1

    I was watching your video and another thing came to mind. There is no reason to throw out your older line. Most people don't know this but the trimmer line is hydrophilic, meaning it absorbs water. So you got some line you don't know how long it's been sitting around, put it in a bucket of water. it will reabsorb the water. And your line will be good as new. I keep a bucket of water and put my line in it to condition it before I need it. I always have fresh line waiting to go.

  • @ronmoore3778
    @ronmoore3778 3 года назад +5

    Thanks Jay, that was a life saver. Nice trimmer sound effects LOL. Great video.

  • @jiggs49us
    @jiggs49us 3 года назад +4

    Thanks for the tip on just replacing the Speedfeed bump cover. Saved me from needing to buy a whole new unit. Thumbs up!!

  • @davidmccall3964
    @davidmccall3964 Месяц назад +1

    I appreciate the time you took to make this, thank you for going the extra mile

  • @christopherrobinson9540
    @christopherrobinson9540 3 месяца назад

    After many years in the lawn care industry I discovered last year we should be soaking all trimmer line in water for 24 hours bc it does get brittle (like you mentioned).
    Thank you for the great video👍🏼!!

  • @ZAPATTUBE
    @ZAPATTUBE 2 года назад +5

    Mr. Jay, great job on this video. I been using these heads since they came out. My Echo trimmers out last the Stihls twice as long. Good motors. Thank you.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +1

      I've been hearing that lately. Thanks Zapattube!

  • @johntracy2861
    @johntracy2861 2 года назад +3

    This line string trimmer head has to be the best thing on the market! I have an Echo and it is the best ever! Great video and explanation!

  • @RKCruiser
    @RKCruiser Месяц назад

    Ok, This was amazing. I forgot my dealer sold me this model and I have been taking it apart forever without knowing this feature... Thanks Jay!

  • @charleshiggins8829
    @charleshiggins8829 10 месяцев назад

    Thanks for making this vid. I added the speed head last season and finally ran out of line last cut. I used it to see how to add replacement line. Thanks!

  • @rph247
    @rph247 2 года назад +5

    Jay, great video and tips man! Been using (Shindaiwa's now) Echo's Speed Feed 400 and 450 trimmer heads for years on my Shindaiwa and Stihl trimmers - I'm not sponsored by the brands mentioned in any way and own all my equipment free and clear!
    The string length varies with its gauge; 4 (not full) arm lengths is good for up to 0.095 (2.4 mm). I've stuck with 3 fully extended arms (I'm 6'2) for 0.105 (2.7 mm) lines (FS 94R/111R on 400s) and 0.130 (3.3 mm) lines (B450/FS 131R/240 on 450s). To make it easier on the (twisted) 0.130 line, took a Phillips #2 screwdriver, applied grease then using heat, carefully expanded the spool hub central channel so now it moves freely. To extend the life of the covers, I've epoxy 2 large washers at the bottom - way cheaper. Another couple tips: paint the spool housing alignment arrows white; will make your reloading a breeze! Paint a dot on the spool hub so you know which side goes inside the housing up/down!
    For additional info on Echo 400, go to www.echo-usa.com/getattachment/461b0eb3-9a40-4c7d-ad50-e4430504d147/99944200907es_082013.pdf
    For additional info on Echo 450, go to www.echopartsonline.com/Echo-Speed-Feed-450-99944200903-OEM/
    Shop around for savings!

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +2

      Thanks for the tips!

    • @kma5699
      @kma5699 2 года назад

      Is there a benefit of the Speed Feed 450 over the 400? I dont see an obvious difference in the description other than a $3 upcharge in price, and that it mentions the 450 works on different trimmers.

  • @mrflyazz9605
    @mrflyazz9605 2 года назад +3

    I just bought one of these and your video was great. Thank you for sharing your tips and how to’s with us!!!

  • @benryals7475
    @benryals7475 9 месяцев назад

    You’re awesome thank you for the help. I bought this thing 15 years ago and forgot how to string it.

  • @user-ej5hk5gd6m
    @user-ej5hk5gd6m 10 месяцев назад

    Jay....THANK you for the outstanding knowledge you have provided. Last Saturday I was reloading the spool and cursing the entire time when it would slip and I would have to start over. It took me almost 25 minutes to get the line on the spool and put it in the case. And you just did it in maybe 25 seconds!!! I had not clue and it does not tell that anywhere in the owners manual that I could find!! THANK YOU!!!!! Oohrah!

  • @jorgecardona4901
    @jorgecardona4901 2 года назад +3

    Hey Jay thanks for explaining everything so thoroughly… I appreciate the info, I do work in Florida and I just recently switched to a “speed feed” head, so knowing what to do with modifying with different brands is really helpful, thanks

  • @GaryPhelps55
    @GaryPhelps55 3 года назад +3

    Thanks, I have a home on an acre that's on a corner with a circular driveway. I spend too much time trimming. This will surely help.

  • @freeamerican4243
    @freeamerican4243 11 месяцев назад

    Thank you for this video. I recently rented a house and the owner provided an electric, single line trimmer. Reloading the line was a pain in the butt, as it is with so many other trimmers. The battery operated, single string trimmer was underpowered and cut poorly, so I decided to get a gas powered Stihl. I read several reviews and decided on the FS 91R, knowing I would need to look for a better trimmer head. From your review I decided to purchase the Stens Fast Feed Trimmer Head 385-288, which I think is also marketed under other brand names. The FS 91R used the green adapter. It is very easy to install and it is super easy to replace the string. I wish I had one of these twenty years ago. Reloading the string has been such a hassle.

  • @delphinocasso81
    @delphinocasso81 2 года назад +1

    Thanks for the vid, was a little frustrated trying to figure out fittings until I saw . and now cutting

  • @jamesdees6166
    @jamesdees6166 2 года назад +3

    Idk why but I smiled the whole time I watched this.

  • @PrairieNursery
    @PrairieNursery 3 года назад +4

    Very well explained. Thanks, you helped an old guy get it installed.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +2

      Glad to be of service! Thanks for watching!

  • @samarcher1830
    @samarcher1830 2 года назад +2

    I did not know that my trimmer had that head on it and learned how to load it quickly I used to take it apart and wind by hand . Thanks

  • @bobbypacifico6943
    @bobbypacifico6943 10 месяцев назад

    Dude, thank you so much. You saved me hours of trouble and aggravation. I can’t believe how easy that was.

  • @jonathanfegelein9361
    @jonathanfegelein9361 9 месяцев назад +9

    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 ruclips.net/user/postUgkx_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.

  • @sspivey38
    @sspivey38 3 года назад +3

    Thanks man, I just bought one of these and now I know how to install it. Greetings from Kentucky!

  • @johnmcnally8906
    @johnmcnally8906 11 месяцев назад

    Little late to your video. Been looking at this head for a while. My Stihl head (parts) disappeared in the weeds a couple of days ago. Almost went and bought a replacement at the local Stihl dealer, then remembered the 400 Echo Speed Feed head. Finally picked one up at Home Depot. Really like the "400", but I think Echo should send you some bucks, the enclosed "instructions" suck! Your video is really a great help! Concise and no B.S., outstanding job! Thanks!

  • @iwannachopbladeslawncare
    @iwannachopbladeslawncare Год назад

    This is the first video I discovered the speedfeed head so I'm coming back to help others... The part where the line goes in, there's two sides(R) and (L). If your trimmer spins counter clockwise(Which the majority would) make sure the (L) you will see on the line feed is facing up before you put the cap on. Vice versa for the clockwise. I was wondering why my line was going in rather out just trimming lol... so added in to help others because I don't recall it was ever mentioned in this video.

  • @arthurmiller83
    @arthurmiller83 3 года назад +5

    Thanks for the video Jay. I purchased an Echo speed feed 400 yesterday. I own a 1995 Echo 2100. The worst thing about it was restringing the original head with line. It was such a tedious process which had so many variables that could go wrong. You had to hold your mouth just right and find the proper VOCABULARY in order to complete the mission at hand.

  • @wpowerwagon
    @wpowerwagon 3 года назад +4

    Yep I have 3 weed eaters and all 3 have one, the best thing ever, I get mine from Amazon for 11.00 each

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +1

      I love those things man!

    • @kma5699
      @kma5699 2 года назад

      $11 for the complete head or just the top cap?

  • @yadda10akataxpayinvoter
    @yadda10akataxpayinvoter Год назад

    its 1 march 2023 and yo video was the ONLY one I could understand to put my used echo weed eater head back together.. had to take it apart to remove weedbarrier 'strings' or shredded pieces.. thanks again.. im savin this video

  • @elderj.singleterry9431
    @elderj.singleterry9431 Месяц назад

    Just started my lawn care business and I have the echo trimmer and love it but have not changed the line yet but i feel like its coming really soon so thanks for your demo

  • @Lammdawg1
    @Lammdawg1 3 года назад +4

    Hey Uso. Man I really appreciate the video. I would've been screwing with that thing for an hour before figuring it out. Took 10 minutes and you cracked me up while doing it 🤙🏻

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +2

      All love Toko! Thanks for watching Lammdawg!!!

  • @MrFuzzyscreen
    @MrFuzzyscreen 3 года назад +6

    having problems with the speed feed and this may have saved me a lot of time. thank you!

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +2

      Happy to help!

    • @foto2548
      @foto2548 3 года назад +3

      @@JaysLawnService Really great tutorial video!! I remember the days of stringing up a weedeater the old ways! Speed feed is all I use now. Subscribed!

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +2

      @@foto2548 Haha! Thanks man!

    • @bobscafidi9184
      @bobscafidi9184 2 года назад

      I hate this head.

  • @garymucher9590
    @garymucher9590 2 года назад +1

    I just now came home from buying this same trimmer head. My reason for buying this replacement head was because I had to re-string trimmer line about three hours ago. I had to disassembly the head unit to re-sting new line. Not anymore... Thumbs Up!

  • @RobertoCompana
    @RobertoCompana 21 день назад

    Appreciate it! I have a Stihl FS 55 and your video is 1000x better than Echo's written instructions. Looking forward to using the Speed Feed. Too bad Stihl hasn't come out with a similar product.

  • @braydenpitcairn3843
    @braydenpitcairn3843 3 года назад +3

    Excellent video, heading to buy one right now! Thank you!

  • @kensandifer884
    @kensandifer884 3 года назад +3

    They come with no instructions.. this was very thorough and informative... thanks.. !!

  • @LairdKenneth
    @LairdKenneth Год назад +1

    Thanks for demo starting the details, others don't jet you see it well enough

  • @shortyorc121
    @shortyorc121 2 года назад +1

    Bro this video sold me on the echo speed feed. Went out to Home Depot today and bought one. Installed it on my Honda gx35 no issues. Works fantastic! Thanks so much man its definitely a game changer.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +1

      Hell yeah Shorty! Good for you Bro! Glad you got some good input from my video. Thanks!

  • @alpagano50
    @alpagano50 3 года назад +7

    Epoxy a Nylon Thick washer to the bump side so it wears off. cheaper and last longer. you could use a Steel body washer.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +2

      I've seen a couple other youtubers do that. I'll have to give it a try.

  • @chrislowe4885
    @chrislowe4885 3 года назад +3

    Great video , I just bought this and it helped me install it.

  • @luisquintana2248
    @luisquintana2248 2 года назад +2

    Wow you answered all my questions, plus gave multiple ideas on how to improve my lawn cutting game and even storage of my machines. Thanks bro.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +1

      Happy to be of service. Thanks for watching!

  • @Superkeyruns
    @Superkeyruns 2 года назад +1

    You deserve an award, my friend! I was stumped. You saved the day. Appreciate it.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад

      Happy you got it figured out. Thanks for watching!

  • @greggs.4321
    @greggs.4321 2 года назад +20

    Great demonstration! Clear and concise instructions. Works super on my Echo. Less time consuming and easier than refilling the common spool. And precutting line to carry in your pockets is a really good idea.
    Thanks for your tutorial.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад

      I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for watching!

  • @grinstylez
    @grinstylez 2 года назад +3

    DOPE! - Showing love from The Bronx 🗽

  • @mikecranford9245
    @mikecranford9245 2 года назад +1

    Great video Jay! Very helpful. Went out and bought the ECHO 400 today to use with my Stihl FS 131R and what a time saver!

  • @MegaAce1987
    @MegaAce1987 2 года назад +1

    My echo has notched on the string so taking cap off for more string is required, you don’t gotta use the notches!!!! That’s awesome

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад

      I know right! lol

    • @MegaAce1987
      @MegaAce1987 2 года назад +1

      @@JaysLawnService I will apply that method next time I’m weedeating a bunch! Last gig my wife and I knocked it out less that 3 hours, with what I just saw I’m sure we can shave off 1 man hour together when we go back to that customer in the fall

  • @melvinslawncareandpressure787
    @melvinslawncareandpressure787 3 года назад +3

    Great video man, i just subscribed to your channel. I keep rolls of string cut, taped and ready to go and always keep on in the pocket for when needed💪💪💪

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +3

      Yes sir! Gotta go to war with the extra ammo. LOL

  • @abro9598
    @abro9598 3 года назад +3

    Great video! Well explained. think ill look into buying one.

  • @hokeywolf632
    @hokeywolf632 5 месяцев назад

    My wife was wearing me out on the responding. Now I can teach her this trick.

  • @Fernando-ns2yx
    @Fernando-ns2yx 8 месяцев назад

    Been using a Remington 2510 weed trimmer for about 10 years. What a pain it is to change the line, "caveman style". My trimmer broke, thank God.....I had no idea these speed heads existed. Going tomorrow to HD to buy me a new trimmer..Thank you

  • @Boilerking76123
    @Boilerking76123 3 года назад +3

    Uggggggghhhhhh ! , Us Cavemen like make spaghetti with trimmer line. [ Just saw this speed feeder today on Amazon and ordered it immediately ]

  • @johan-zs8nc
    @johan-zs8nc 3 года назад +66

    Never seen a gangsta lawn care dude before until now! Great vid man.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +16

      LOL! That's hilarious! Must be my southern accent maybe?

    • @bettycrocker3425
      @bettycrocker3425 2 года назад +2

      Good lookin on the speed feed uce!

    • @sixty2jeff
      @sixty2jeff Год назад +4

      🎼🎼🎼”You see him rollin….weed eatin…..and mow-in.”🎼🎼

    • @skoffco
      @skoffco Год назад +2

      What’s a gangsta?

    • @tnn-obsessedpatriot6196
      @tnn-obsessedpatriot6196 Год назад +2

      Huh? I couldn't find a gangsta anywhere. Lol

  • @cruzforbes9743
    @cruzforbes9743 2 года назад +1

    I have absolutely no clue about speed feeds. Great tutorial and tip with the line trimmer in your back pocket. Thanks a lot man.

  • @georgevaughanjr3796
    @georgevaughanjr3796 Год назад +2

    Just installed my speed feed head.Gave it a try,truly a time saver

  • @AL5J_
    @AL5J_ 3 года назад +3

    @JaysLawnService Best vid on the Echo 400 I've seen on RUclips. Thanks!

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +2

      I appreciate that John! Glad you liked it. Thanks for watching!

  • @ramoncastillo4848
    @ramoncastillo4848 3 года назад +3

    Thank you for the video really helped me ….. returning the favor….. to knock out brass fitting use the handle end of the tool instead of the screw driver side…. Again thanks for the help

  • @Methodical2
    @Methodical2 2 года назад +2

    I remember when the speed feed came out and folks were constantly complaining about it and they didn't like it. I had an Echo 225 trimmer where I had to feed the line the old way and hated stringing it. I purchased the 266T around 2015 and it had the speed feed head and I immediately liked the head because I hated the other method of stringing the head. I've been using the speed feed head ever since. I don't go through them like you do though because I don't do this for a living. Glad you found a cheaper solution than a full replacement. I will certainly remember those bump head replacements.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад +2

      Awesome! This makes year 5 for me.

    • @mountain7777
      @mountain7777 Год назад

      Where do you purchase the Speed Heads and or caps? Home Depot?
      I seen several after market “Speed Heads” on Amazon but not sure I trust those. A few dollars more and get the real thing has always paid off for me.

  • @nenadvelimirovic1590
    @nenadvelimirovic1590 Год назад

    Pure experience shared with others .. I am impressed with the tutorial ! thank you!

  • @n3lson33
    @n3lson33 2 года назад +4

    Thank you very much for this video I’ve had my echo speed feed for over a year and didn’t know how to installed it until I saw your video

  • @Ghosttothepost
    @Ghosttothepost 3 года назад +5

    Great Video. I just bought the Echo GT 225, and it came with this ridiculous head you would have to put 6 inch pieces of trimmer line at a time. For a great weed eater Echo sure blew it in the head they sell with it.

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  3 года назад +3

      Yeah man, the speed feed head is awesome!

    • @kma5699
      @kma5699 2 года назад

      Is there any reason Echo makes a separate Speed Feed 400 for the curved shaft Echos? I was going to buy one for my SRM210 straight shaft as it was only $19 instead of $29 online, but the description says the $19 one is for curved shafts ONLY. Still not sure why curved or straight shaft should make a difference on why the $19 Speed Feed head wouldn’t work on a straight shaft trimmer

  • @debbiebellingham56
    @debbiebellingham56 Год назад

    Thank you. The shop did say to do something like this just needed a visual. Although I didn't remove the white thing as it seemed like I has to break it to remove it. It still worked so thanks again

  • @hixsoneldridge9524
    @hixsoneldridge9524 2 месяца назад

    This guy is great. i just got my first Speed head and he was very detailed . thanks for your instruction.

  • @johnmills3163
    @johnmills3163 3 года назад +3

    Excellent video ... Thanks !!!

  • @lcapers1
    @lcapers1 2 года назад +3

    Great instructional video!

  • @benkanobe7500
    @benkanobe7500 2 года назад

    Jay. Thank you! I just subscribed. What I really liked about this RUclips is you didn't just talk about the 400 you showed us exactly how to do it and then the spare part to purchase. I was measuring line for the last 10 years, and now I am just going to use my wingspan and never walk my acres of land without spare line in my back pocket. I wish you all the best from Fallbrook, CA!

    • @JaysLawnService
      @JaysLawnService  2 года назад

      Ben, thanks for watching! I'm glad I was able to help.

  • @ahill209
    @ahill209 16 дней назад

    So much easier to respool compared to the Husqvarna T35 where you have to remove the cover and take off the spool. I like the hack of carrying a replacement line in your back pocket. I just use my trimmer for my personal residence, so no big deal if the line runs out, but I can see where carrying more line saves time on the job. There's another hack to put a bolt on the bumper cover that will extend the life of the cover. You end up bumping on the bolt vs. on the plastic.