Monday, December 26, 2011

Blizzard of '96 Aftermath (2 feet deep and...)

It just kept snowing. By the time it ended on January 8, 1996, there was more than two feet on the ground where we lived, and deeper drifts around the cars. And me, I had only a snow shovel -- no power equipment. It got tiring... Although I got a lot done by the next day, you'll see there was still a long way to go...

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Friday, December 16, 2011

The Quiet Efficient PB251 Echo Leaf Blower

!±8± The Quiet Efficient PB251 Echo Leaf Blower

Manufacturers of leaf blowers have had to take into consideration the new laws relating to noise and air pollution output from gas driven power tools. Out of all of these tools the gas blower has had the worst record in creating large amounts of noise pollution. Echo have responded to these requirements by producing machines that both meet these needs and still produce the power we need to get the yard jobs done. They have also managed to develop some nice features in the process.

With a maximum air speed of 145 mph the Echo PB 251 hand held blower is easily able to cope with clearing decent sized yards. The speed of the air gets the leaves and debris moving and then the 390 CFM air volume generated makes sure that it keeps moving. It is powered by a 25.4 cc power boost vortex engine. It definitely packs a punch. Although it isn't as powerful as back pack models it still manages to cope with most jobs and you haven't got all the problems of having to get strapped in. Despite the power generated, the amount of noise produced has been kept down to 65db, which should meet the regulation needs in most areas. There is some debate about the design of the engine as far as the number of piston rings is concerned. This engine has one piston ring where as other designs have 2 rings. There have been no problems reported about this, as far as I know.

One of the most important features of a good power tool is its ability to start quickly and easily. The PB 251 cranks very easily and there is no need to prime the fuel every time. When the weather is hot and you need to blow your yard and sidewalks off, you want something that is going to start quickly and finish off your yard as soon as possible. This Echo machine does just that. It also has no problems starting when the engine is hot. Some people have complained about its ability to start, but this just seems to be a small minority. It is thought that the need for lean mixtures to meet emissions laws might be responsible for some problems in these kinds of machines. You need to make sure you use the correct grades of gas and oil in the fuel mixture.

A number of features make this gas powered leaf blower easy to use. With a weight of only 9.9lbs this is a light machine which helps a lot when it comes to using it for longer periods of time. It has two handles making it easy to hold and the top handle has three positions to help in directional operation. It uses rotation control technology to stop the force of the air coming out of the blower from trying to twist the machine out of your hands. There is also a useful trigger lock. As well as being very quiet the machine doesn't suffer very much from vibrations.

The reliability and standard of manufacture of garden power tools varies greatly but this blower is definitely on the quality side of the spectrum. It has a good amount of power and will take care of anything for the average home. It will blow light to moderate piles of lawn clippings and leaves with no effort at all. It is a great machine for a reasonable price with a fantastic 5 year warranty.


The Quiet Efficient PB251 Echo Leaf Blower

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Saturday, December 10, 2011

Yamaha Raptor 250 - The ATV For Adult Beginners

!±8± Yamaha Raptor 250 - The ATV For Adult Beginners

The Yamaha Raptor 250 is the perfect beginner ATV quad for teens through adults. The Raptor 250 is smaller than its bigger siblings (Raptor 350, Raptor 660, and Raptor 700R), but allows ample room for a larger rider. The Raptor 250 has a single piston 249cc 4-stroke engine that was originally used on the Yamaha Ripper, but has been modified for ATV off-road use. It has a broad powerband which is beneficial to any beginner ATV rider. This engine packs more than enough power for any beginning rider and enough oomph to be enjoyed by experienced riders that tend to favor bigger models.

The Yamaha Raptor 250 is a quad that you can grow with. Don't think that because this is your "beginner bike" you'll quickly get bored with it once you become a more experienced rider. There are plenty of aftermarket manufacturers of ATV performance parts such as carburetor jet kits, exhaust systems, wheels and tires, and more. All these items will let your Raptor 250 run with the "big boys" and it's definitely a quad that you'll keep for years.

Consumer's Digest named the Yamaha Raptor 250 a "Best Buy" in the Sport ATV category and ATV Sport magazine named it the "Best Of Class" for 2008. With those votes of confidence and Yamaha's history in the sport ATV market, you can be assured that the Raptor 250 is a reputable ATV that has lots to offer. Yamaha didn't cut corners when producing this ATV. It has the power and performance capabilities of ATVs priced twice as much as the Raptor 250 all packaged into a lightweight, economical, fun-out-of-the-box ATV that will give beginners and veterans years of enjoyment.


Yamaha Raptor 250 - The ATV For Adult Beginners

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