Correction: the blades are $60-$80 a pair

"RonB" wrote in message
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I can parrot your success wiht the Ryobi planer. I have owned one of the
old 12-5/16" planers for years and it just keeps on going. The machine
continues to do good work and sounds just as robust now as it ever has. I
also have a 6-8 year old Ryobi 2 cycle lawn trimmer that is providing good
service.

Can't say the same about some of their newer equipment. Also, they have a
habit of leaving their customers high and dry with regard to parts. When
I bought my planer the replacement blades were about $19 a pair. The only
source now is aftermarket at $60-$60 a pair. Fortunately, a Delta blade
fits the machine and only costs about $25 a pair.

I am afraid I am coming up with the same situation with the string
trimmer. The bump knob is about worn throught and the local dealers say I
might have to replace the entire head. The knob isn't available.

RonB