correct string for Stihl FS 56RC Trimmer

[marby73]

I haven't used this trimmer in a couple of years and I can't figure out how to replace the string. The Internet says it uses .095 string but the grooves in the trimmer head are too large for that string. This is the FS 56RC (there is no E on it). It is a straight shaft trimmer. What am I doing wrong? Thanks.

 

[StarTech]

I think that is an old 30-2 trimmer head and if so then it uses 080"/.095"/.105" lines.

 

[Fish]

Here is the one I pulled off my trimmer, it has the .095 line. The little notches are to hold the line in position until you get it correctly in the metal eyelets and snap the cover on.

 

[mikehouse]

I also have a 56.If you'd try the newer C 26-2 head,you'd be so much happier.

 

[Fish]

I also have a 56.If you'd try the newer C 26-2 head,you'd be so much happier.

I have a stack of them, they do not sell very well I am tempted to try one out.

 

[7394]

Speed-Feed 400 head, & happy days..& they can be adapted to Stihl string trimmers. .095 Husqvarna Titanium Force..... nuff said..

 

[mikehouse]

Speed-Feed 400 head, & happy days..& they can be adapted to Stihl string trimmers. .095 Husqvarna Titanium Force..... nuff said..

View attachment 60603hat titanium,but i'm sticking with the c 26-2.

I use titanium as well,but sticking with the c 26-2

 

[7394]

 

[Hammermechanicman]

I will second the speed feed 400. I use 095 round line. Better than any of the stihl heads IMHO.

 

[bertsmobile1]

I suppose you had those Stihl auto feed heads that advance the line every time you back off the throttle
I have replaced at least a dozen of those and talk about line wasters .