gwtx
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I am considering a new pruner. I have an old poulan 446 that was good until I ran over it with my trailer. I bought a poulan sm30 trimmer just to get the "power unit" to use with my pole saw, and after 1 1/2 to 2 yrs. the carb needs a new diaphragm or kit, and they are not available as far as I can determine. I ordered a new carb, but I don't like not being able to fix something and having to throw it away, but I guess that's the american way now days. So I'm considering a new machine. I have several attachments to fit the "poulan pro link" system, and would like to be able to use them on the new power unit, but they won't "bolt on" to the echo pas system. I wish I could find a unit that used a WALBRO carb instead of the chinese junk. Even the "big 2" echo & stihl are using the chinese carbs, and maybe more components from "RED" china. I saw an echo replacement carb for a 225 that looked exactly like the one on my poulan(Ruixing) for less than $20. Looking at the echo ppf 225, I see a lot of resemblance to the poulan 338. Coincidence or Copy??
My question is, is it worth twice the price to buy the echo over the poulan? And then have to replace my othe attachments as well? Thanks, Gary
My question is, is it worth twice the price to buy the echo over the poulan? And then have to replace my othe attachments as well? Thanks, Gary