On Nov 12, 3:06*pm, Art Todesco wrote:
Well the old leaf blower has just about had it. *So, we are going to
treat ourselves to a new one. *The present is hand held, 2 cycle gas
and we will probably go that way for the new one. *Any
recommendations or units to avoid? *I probably don't want to spend
$300 on a Stihl or one of those "fancy" names as the unit we have
has lasted many years and was only about $100 back then.

My Echo died today after 25 years or so. So ive been looking and
decided on a 160$ Echo PB250 at HD, the motor is better than my old
unit and reviews put it on the rop. I think it cost me more 25 years
ago. For 160 it will last you longer than your old one, maybe it will
be the last one you buy.