Husqvarna multi /combi system

[miker]

Getting fed up with the quality of husky kit, new combi 525 has stripped 2 drive shafts in 18 months, poor starting when hot ( i have checked coil gap and reset ) stripped the bolt where you tighten the attachment twice, is the Stihl combi  any better ? dont want to switch brands as i have pole saw,hedge cutter etc for the husky, thinking i might try the cheaper 129 and treat it as  a " throw away " tool after a year or so ??

Any thoughts

Cheers

[Mick Dempsey]

I like my Stihl combi tool, especially the 4 stroke engine.

Tbh I don’t use it that much, but it seems good.

 

Mostly husky saws here so I’m no one brand bigot.

[Dan Maynard]

I think the Stihl engine is good, they changed the design of hedge cutter gearbox a few years ago and it's now lighter (which is good) but less durable. I've got the 4 stroke engine which is fine, it has a maintenance on valve clearances that people forget, now the newer KM94 is 2 stroke so taken away that problem.

 

Don't think you'd suffer the same as it seems you have with that one.

[Stubby]

This is why I don't like combi systems . They are a compromise ( as is life ) . I have a dedicated machine for each job . Single sided hedge cutter , double sided long reach hedge cutter long reach pole saw and 2 strimmers ( 45cc and 55cc )  I know its more kit to carry but the job gets done with less hiccups .