Thank you, thank you! You just made this quicker and easier than anyone else ever has. I’m nearly giddy after fighting the dual lines for years. You’re the best!
@getting it done north of 7. -- I am incredibly grateful for this video. After 41 years of life I finally am knowing how to string my trimmer proper. I couldnt be happier. Subscribed my man!
Just wanted to say thank you for this video. My husband passed away unexpectedly last year and I am just starting to get a handle on outdoor chores that he used to take care of. When I went to used the trimmer, it was out of line but I didnt know how to replace it... but I do now! Thank you again for your help!
The dreaded weed eater issues with the line. You just showed how to do it easily though, folks should be able use this as a great guide. Well done Roland.
Thank you sir, first time living in a home and needed a weedwackwr because my yard was looking horrible compared to the neighbors. I put it off for so long. You helped me a ton!
I just got mine a few weeks ago and I love it my friend recommended me this brand I mean I seen it around with landscapers using it. I think it’s mandatory to use sthil if you’re using it professionally as a landscaper because of the quality of this brand. I just bought for home use and I can say it’s the best I enjoy using it. lol 😆
Thank you for having this, my husband had to be away this week and I had to figure this out on this weedeater myself. Without your help couldn't have done it.
excellent video Roland! I will go look at my line cutter head but normally I use the blade. I can't get close to anything with the blade though like wooden or metal posts because it will try and cut them and something will get damaged :(
@@GettingItDoneRepairs that was the problem when I first bought it. The string wouldn't kick out when I tapped it. Took apart and resting. Seems to work fine now.
Omg thank you so much I was trying to do this for the first time my husband always does our yard work and I am super proud of myself thank you! U explained it so well and it really helped me!
I love how to videos, I have a weed wacker. A different brand, but I have a heck of a time putting the string in it. I can't remember which way the string goes because the numbers are all wore off. This helped a lot. :)
See That's how I am always learning how to do new things. I pay attention, just in case I have to do that particular things. Thanks for the video very informational for me. Blessings
Thumbs up for the hardship you endured, yes stihl are pretty good I just purchased and filled my weedeater with motomix by stihl this weekend, guy at shop says its brilliant stuff for storing over winter guarantees to start up in spring no problem
Thank you, every year when I store mine for winter, all I do is add some fuel stabilizer to the fuel and start it to run it thru the fuel system quickly. Then I remove the fuel from the tank, and start it again and run it dry. That's it! Fires up every spring no problems. I also use premium fuel always.
Hi there, I'm thinking about buying one of these and the complaint that I have heard is that the bump knob doesn't work, and the line gets all tangled up. After watching your excellent video, I'm wondering if these folks just didn't know how to refill the line properly. Does the bump knob work ok for you?
Hi there, I have never had an issue with the bump knob yet. My father has the same model and no issues either. Glad you found our channel. If you dont mind, can I ask you to subscribe to our channel? It really helps us smaller channels out and I'd really appreciate it. Also it doesn't cost you anything. Thanks and have a good evening 🙂👍
@@GettingItDoneRepairs Done! And thanks for the speedy reply, I'm planning on purchasing my FS38 today, and was hoping to hear back from you before that :D. Thanks again for your great work.
I am having problems with the line not wanting to come out when bumped. It did for the first couple of years that I had the trimmer, but now the line does not want to come out and I have to pull the spool out and unwind it. Any suggestions.
Lol, you need 3 hands to respool a weed whaker, don't ya, Roland? Mark hates respooling his, lol. Mine? Too easy, 2 pieces, snap, snap, done. Stihl makes AWESOME Products. Good, informative vid, my friend.
i love my fs 38 the line part gets people angry about it one thing to mention there is arrows that tell you which way to wind when you put line in hole.
The head of my fs38 gets very hot and the line melts together and it won't feed out. Does greasing that hidden hole (saw it the last video) keep it from getting too hot?
Mine does same thing, line fuses to each other and wont feed. FS45. Dealer says cause I didn't wrap it tight. Made no difference. Spend more time fooling with the feed than wacking weeds. Think I'm going to get an Echo, zero problems with line feed from the one I once borrowed.
Debra, I too have this same problem. Very confused no matter how tight or loose I wind the cord, it quickly becomes useless as the cord no longer will feed out. I can't even pull it out. Question, did you try your oil idea, and did it work?
I've had an fs38 14 years... no problems just maintenance and a spark arrester cleaning once every few seasons.... bam every time, even poor storage....
Maybe when you wind the string on the spool the string is crossing over itself and creating a lock. Take the string off and try again. You will figure it out.
Also make sure the string you are using is the correct diameter for your trimmer. Too big or too small will cause this problem. Also you check the spring under the bump cap. Make sure it's not broke or worn. Good luck!
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Thank you, thank you! You just made this quicker and easier than anyone else ever has. I’m nearly giddy after fighting the dual lines for years. You’re the best!
You just made my day with your comment. Thank you and your welcome 🙂🙂
@getting it done north of 7. -- I am incredibly grateful for this video. After 41 years of life I finally am knowing how to string my trimmer proper. I couldnt be happier. Subscribed my man!
That's great to hear. 😊
Best video I’ve seen in a long time. Thank you for getting right to the point how to string the line.
Just wanted to say thank you for this video. My husband passed away unexpectedly last year and I am just starting to get a handle on outdoor chores that he used to take care of. When I went to used the trimmer, it was out of line but I didnt know how to replace it... but I do now! Thank you again for your help!
I'm glad the video helped you!
Thanks for your help!
The dreaded weed eater issues with the line.
You just showed how to do it easily though, folks should be able use this as a great guide. Well done Roland.
Finally…. An FS38 that actually looks like mine, all the other videos looked different than mine.
Thank you sir, first time living in a home and needed a weedwackwr because my yard was looking horrible compared to the neighbors. I put it off for so long. You helped me a ton!
I just got mine a few weeks ago and I love it my friend recommended me this brand I mean I seen it around with landscapers using it. I think it’s mandatory to use sthil if you’re using it professionally as a landscaper because of the quality of this brand. I just bought for home use and I can say it’s the best I enjoy using it. lol 😆
My yard is a weedy jungle a week after going over it. Good to refill the line right the first time every time. Nice instruction on how to do it.
Thank you for having this, my husband had to be away this week and I had to figure this out on this weedeater myself. Without your help couldn't have done it.
Glad it helped! Good luck with it 😃
Thank you for the proper rundown. Gonna make this weekend go much smoother.
Awesome info, my problem is buying the wrong gauge line for mine all the time, must have 6 rolls in the garage now, lol.
Haha I did that years ago with another brand
Thank you, you simplify it and make it easy. Very much appreciated
Thank you very much Amigo, my mom tried and couldnt get it to work so i came to RUclips here. I appreciate you!!
Amazing!
i am a kid and i am trying to learn how to weed whack so to do that i need to learn how to string a fs 38 so this really helped!! :)
Awesome, keep an eye out for Wednesdays video then. More tips on lawn trimmers. Thanks for watching 😀
We have always used the fast feed head from Echo. Stihl is a winner for sure though.
-Little Rick
Thx for watching 😊
Always a helpful reminder in the spring. Thanks.
excellent video Roland!
I will go look at my line cutter head but normally I use the blade. I can't get close to anything with the blade though like wooden or metal posts because it will try and cut them and something will get damaged :(
I was hoping to see the blade and which trimmer you use with a blade.
Great job...my major problem is getting the string out the feeder holes....gotta practice I guess...you made it look easy...thx for the video
You will get it, take it apart and try again!
do you mean the string won't feed out while using?
@@GettingItDoneRepairs that was the problem when I first bought it. The string wouldn't kick out when I tapped it. Took apart and resting. Seems to work fine now.
EXCELLENT. Glad to have that explanation. Well Done
You are welcome, thanks for watching 😀
You're the real MVP!!
Lol thanks for the compliment ☺ Have a great day!
Omg thank you so much I was trying to do this for the first time my husband always does our yard work and I am super proud of myself thank you! U explained it so well and it really helped me!
You're welcome 😊
Awesome teacher. The Manuel didn't cover it and I appreciate the message. Big thumbs up 👍
I love how to videos, I have a weed wacker. A different brand, but I have a heck of a time putting the string in it. I can't remember which way the string goes because the numbers are all wore off. This helped a lot. :)
I hope so, thanks for watching 😊
I just bought my 1st STIHL fs38 and I like it but line got stuck when I tapped the knob. How do I know which direction to wind the line?
See That's how I am always learning how to do new things. I pay attention, just in case I have to do that particular things. Thanks for the video very informational for me. Blessings
Yes you never know. RUclips helps me learn how to do many things. Thanks for your support and take care. :)
Stihl rocks, no issues
Thanks Just got one that will make my job easier thank you again
Excellent straight forward video.
Thanks 😊
Thumbs up for the hardship you endured, yes stihl are pretty good I just purchased and filled my weedeater with motomix by stihl this weekend, guy at shop says its brilliant stuff for storing over winter guarantees to start up in spring no problem
Thank you, every year when I store mine for winter, all I do is add some fuel stabilizer to the fuel and start it to run it thru the fuel system quickly. Then I remove the fuel from the tank, and start it again and run it dry. That's it! Fires up every spring no problems. I also use premium fuel always.
Hi there,
I'm thinking about buying one of these and the complaint that I have heard is that the bump knob doesn't work, and the line gets all tangled up. After watching your excellent video, I'm wondering if these folks just didn't know how to refill the line properly. Does the bump knob work ok for you?
Hi there, I have never had an issue with the bump knob yet. My father has the same model and no issues either. Glad you found our channel. If you dont mind, can I ask you to subscribe to our channel? It really helps us smaller channels out and I'd really appreciate it. Also it doesn't cost you anything. Thanks and have a good evening 🙂👍
@@GettingItDoneRepairs Done! And thanks for the speedy reply, I'm planning on purchasing my FS38 today, and was hoping to hear back from you before that :D. Thanks again for your great work.
@@shellybusch2016 Thank you Shelly! Good luck with your purchase.
Yup they work
Thank you so much for an informative instruction. I have been going crazy trying to get the lines on and now I know how. Jack
Easy to follow and ready to use again!
Great to hear!
Hi Roland, I found this very informative. I have never changed the line but if I have to I now know how. 💕NonnaGrace
Thank you for instructing this process ! Appreciate you! 😊
You are so welcome!
I am having problems with the line not wanting to come out when bumped. It did for the first couple of years that I had the trimmer, but now the line does not want to come out and I have to pull the spool out and unwind it. Any suggestions.
Thank you for the video. Just have a question how do you get more string out when it gets shorter
You bump it on the ground
everything i needed to know. Great Job.. Now as a kid a had a 1968 Honda 300 Dream. Is that what"s behind you?? I haven't seen one in Years..
Thanks and the bike is a 72 Honda CD175
Thank you thank you thank you what an excellent demonstration and much better than trying to follow the manual instructions. A+
You are welcome. Hope it all worked out for you.
I only just did this on Saturday! Very informative video and a easy step by step guide nice one mate
Thank you 😊
very nice tutorial sir ..
Very helpful, well illustrated.
Lol, you need 3 hands to respool a weed whaker, don't ya, Roland? Mark hates respooling his, lol. Mine? Too easy, 2 pieces, snap, snap, done. Stihl makes AWESOME Products. Good, informative vid, my friend.
Lmfao
great video, thanks everything i needed to know .But as a kid i had a Honda 300 Dream . Is that a Dream?? Haven't seen one in years.Thanks
Thank you! This helped me out today.
Glad to hear it!
Me, too! Thanks so much!!!
@@mariapappano8471 Happy to hear it! You made my day with the comment 🙂
Thank you so much for the tutorial I've had a lot of trouble filling the line thank you so much I'm going to try right now thank you my friend
Thanks for watching!
Well, I have been doing it so wrong, no wonder my line comes right back out. Thank you so much, this really helped.
That was an excellent how to… Nice work
i love my fs 38 the line part gets people angry about it one thing to mention there is arrows that tell you which way to wind when you put line in hole.
Right on like mine too
Very good video, easy to follow and easy enough to do.
Thanks! 😀
Easy to follow! Thank you!
You're welcome 😊
Great video - many thanks!
Great info! My Husband loves his Stihl chainsaw too.
Hi and thanks!
Thank you for the video! Is there a difference of 2mm vs. 2.4mm trimmer line? Thank you.
One is a bit thicker than the other. Mine says we can use either one.
Thank you I was struggling
Thank You for the expert advice ,well said!
You are welcome and thanks for watching!
Thanks man. That was super helpful
Glad it helped
Big thanks from Quebec !
Your welcome 😊
Thanks, very good instructions.
You're welcome 😊
Thank you so much for teaching this.
You are very welcome!
You make it look easy!!!!
How does one keep the line from binding up so badly shortly after installing the new line??? I pulls itself deep in the wind and gets jammed tight
Thanks so much. Worked like a charm!
Your welcome, glad you found this video!
thanks for sharing great tips
Thank you well done and now I know how to get it done
Awesome, you got this!
great help!!! Thank you for the great instruction
Your welcome!
Thanks for the advice
Thanks for the great info
They make a great chainsaw I enjoyed your video very much thanks for sharing
Well explained thank you 😊
You’re welcome 😊
I just bought one and the head is now different but won't feed properly and using the recommended line
thanks for the video i have the stihl fs 38 weedeater
Glad it helps, it's a good trimmer.
Remember to only use NON-ETHANOL fuel in all your great Stihl tools.
great presentation, thankYou 🦘
Thanks 👍
Love my stihl!
Definitely!
The head of my fs38 gets very hot and the line melts together and it won't feed out. Does greasing that hidden hole (saw it the last video) keep it from getting too hot?
I've never heard of that problem. Wow! Sounds like greasing the hole might help. Let me know how you make out.
Mine does same thing, line fuses to each other and wont feed. FS45. Dealer says cause I didn't wrap it tight. Made no difference. Spend more time fooling with the feed than wacking weeds. Think I'm going to get an Echo, zero problems with line feed from the one I once borrowed.
Debra, I too have this same problem. Very confused no matter how tight or loose I wind the cord, it quickly becomes useless as the cord no longer will feed out. I can't even pull it out.
Question, did you try your oil idea, and did it work?
Yup
Thank you !!! Your a life saver!! Lol
Happy to help!
Thanks for the help.
You're welcome!
Perfect !! Now I gotta make it look easy in front of the wife 😂😂
You got it! 🤣
Lol
love the old Honda Motorcycle
Thanks!
I've had an fs38 14 years... no problems just maintenance and a spark arrester cleaning once every few seasons.... bam every time, even poor storage....
Great! its definitely a reliable trimmer.
Hell yeah
Good job
Great video
Thanks!
Dang, I've been buying a new trimmer when the line runs out. LOL
Seriously 😳
Hopefully he’s joke.
🤣
Fuuuuuuuuuck! lol
Wow
Thanks perfect!
When i string it up, i have to stop every 10mins to let out more string and cut it because it is not auto feeding out. what am i doing wrong?
Maybe when you wind the string on the spool the string is crossing over itself and creating a lock. Take the string off and try again. You will figure it out.
Also make sure the string you are using is the correct diameter for your trimmer. Too big or too small will cause this problem. Also you check the spring under the bump cap. Make sure it's not broke or worn. Good luck!
the trimmer head has (?) to be moving when you bump it. so rev it up half way or so and bump it on solid ground or pavement/brick and it should unwind
@@michaeljolive7226 yes it has to be rotating but there are times it won't feed.
Thanks for sharing sir
Thanks for watching!
Bad ass! Thank you.
THANK YOU
Great video ! ! ! Thank you . I like the Stihl products. Cheers from Canada, snow country
You're welcome! 😀
Thank you sir
Welcome
Good job than😊
Thanks 😅
Helpful
Glad you think so!
thanks
You're welcome!
What if you can't get the spot knob off?
Get a spot knob tool
Can I use 0.95 line with it?
2.0
@@GettingItDoneRepairs 2mm? Way too thick don’t you think?
@@timmenojr.8032 is it for the Stihl FS38? If it is, it's just right.
@@GettingItDoneRepairs I’ve always used 0.95 for all my weedwackers.
@@GettingItDoneRepairs 2.4 is the same as 0.95 just different measurements I believe.
Life saver lol
Thanks
Nice hat
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