Yes I do agree, Echo engines are really good unfortunately the trimmers also cost about $200 to $300!!! I think Walmart beckons as the Weedeater Featherlite Xtreme is only $90 The whole trimmer only weighs in at 8lb so just the engine block, carb, exhaust and glow plug should be very light. As I have said before Homelite also sell recon blowers for $50

So in your experience which would be your preference between Weedeater or Homelite?

Rich