Poulan Pro PP133 17-inch 33cc 2-Cycle Gas-Powered Straight-Shaft Attachment-Capable String Trimmer Review

Average Reviews:

(More customer reviews)With a 33cc engine, this trimmer is probably one of the most powerful 2 stroke out there. I bought it because I needed a strong trimmer to go with my edger attachment (I had read previously that smaller engines would jam with this attachment because they didn't have enough kick). So the first time I used it, I put it to the test: my yard was way overgrown and between the trimming and edging, I had the PP133 working at full throttle for a good two hours...and it delivered. At 12,000 RPM, this is one mean trimmer! Used with an edger attachment, it kicks dirt like nobody's business! So much in fact that after edging my drive way and sidewalk, my legs were covered in blood (tip to myself: wear a pant, or some sort of protection next time). What a difference from my previous 20 cc Weedeater! With that being said, this trimmer has plenty of flaws; so on to the pros and cons:
PROS:
*This trimmer has some serious power
*Easy start
*`kill' button on the handle for quick and easy shut off
*Attachments capable (Poulan or other)
*Comes with a can of oil and spare strings
*Low price
CONS:
*It goes thru a lot of the precut .115 strings (I've read the reviews suggesting the .130 line; I'll try that).
*Precut strings are hard to find
*Vibrate quite a bit
*Heavy trimmer
*Weird head system (no spool, you have to unclip a little plastic cover, remove the old string and feed the new one thru three holes while making sure that you have the same length on each side). It's a simple process, but it gets old quickly as you have to replace the string quite often (maybe the .130 string will help)
* The plastic guard on the trimmer is close to useless if you're right handed, and it's not adjustable either. Because this trimmer spins counterclockwise, everything is kicked right at you and you get hit in the legs and face a lot.
*Gas thirsty!
Despite all the flaws, I give it three stars because it packs a good punch which is what I need. With a stronger string, this could be a 4 stars. With a stronger string and a better head system, it would be a 5. I would recommend it to whoever has a need for a powerful trimmer (make sure you wear safety glasses and pants). For light applications look somewhere else as this would be too much trimmer.

Click Here to see more reviews about: Poulan Pro PP133 17-inch 33cc 2-Cycle Gas-Powered Straight-Shaft Attachment-Capable String Trimmer

Poulan 952711962 33 CC TrimmerThis straight shaft trimmer is well-suited for more demanding landowner lawn maintenance and is powered by a reliable SureFire 33cc 2-cycle gas engine. With a spring assisted start system and 17" maximum cutting width, this model is easy to use, efficient, and cost effective. Split boom shaft with Pro-Link attachment system transforms your trimmer into a multi-functional yard machine. Additional attachments including a blower, brushcutter, cultivator, pole pruner, and edger are sold separately.Poulan 952711962 33 CC Trimmer Features;; Trimmer; Surefire starting system features a reduced pull effort and simple choke operation; Fixed line duel exit head; 33 cc quiet running engine; 17" cutting path; 52" straight shaft; 0.115" line diameter; 14.4 lbs