BEFORE YOU BUY A STIHL BG 86C LEAF BLOWER, WATCH THIS!

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BEFORE YOU BUY A STIHL BG 86C LEAF BLOWER, WATCH THIS! The BG86C-E handheld LEAF BLOWER is at the TOP of STIHL's line up. Watch as I go over all the FEATURES on this leaf blower including its ANTI-VIBRATION SYSTEM, its EASY2START feature, the PURGE PUMP PRIMER and its WASHABLE AIR FILTER. I even cover all of its specifications like the CFM rating, WIND SPEED and BLOWING FORCE. Is there ENOUGH CFM coming out of the pipe on this leaf blower? LIKE & SUBSCRIBE!!!
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@greenmtnman7714 9 ай бұрын

I bought a BG86 about 5 years ago. It was their biggest handheld at the time. I'm fortunate to have a gas station close by that sells ethanol free. I use it in everything I own, even a new Jeep Wrangler.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing greenmtnman!

@jeffgriffith7003 9 ай бұрын

I bought this exact leaf blower from Ty’s Outdoor Power in Gretna Nebraska, and I love it! Been using it for about a month and a half so far and it performs great. Glad I went with the larger model, it has plenty of air power.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Jeff!

@iowafox2206 9 ай бұрын

I've got a BG50 that was my grandpas till he went with a electric one I use it for blowing off my mowers and sidewalks. Its been a great little unit. Not the most powerful but does the jobs I ask of it.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Heard good things about those blowers Iowa! Thanks for sharing my friend! 👍

@Rebel9668 Ай бұрын

I just have the little BG-50 but it still cranks up pretty easily. I've found I use it just about year round. Blowing lawn clippings off the porch and back deck (from side discharge mower), blowing leaves away from the house in the fall so that I can mulch them up with the mower and in winter I use it to clean snow off of our vehicles and porch/back deck as the Ariens Sno-Thro is too heavy to get up those, LOL!

@GarageGear Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing rebel! You got a lot of good things to share about lawn equipment

@apexiumim2741 9 ай бұрын

This vid reminded me to check spark arrest and air filter. Ya.. I let it lapse 😮 Was running fine (so I thought). Removed spark arrest, half blocked.. burnt the little bugger and then cleaned my air filter. World of difference!! Starts first or second pull, power is like it was new. I guess over time, I didn’t notice power drop. I’m surrounded by massive white pine trees, these things bleed pine needle fall and spring. Raking is backbreaking… but with my Stihl BG…. No issues blowing these suckers away! Thanks JB!

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Glad she’s running like new for ya Apex! Just in time for fall! Let the BG do the work! Thanks for sharing Apex!

@Edward-Norton 9 күн бұрын

I had a stihl gas blower and I sold it to try an ego 650 electric. I really miss that stihl blower and I'm thinking about going back to gas. It was perfectly balanced and it had more power than the ego unless you had the ego in turbo mode. I used that stihl blower for over 10 years and it didn't miss a beat and ran good when I sold it.

@GarageGear 8 күн бұрын

Sounds like you are ready to go back to gas!

@Matthew_Does_To_Many_Things 9 ай бұрын

I love my Husqvarna 125B handheld leaf blower! It always starts like the day we got it! All you gotta do is follow the starting instructions that’s put in the machine. It doesn’t have the “easy starting” feature like your sthil where it just have to pull slowly. But it never gave me any issues.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Awesome Matthew! I’m gonna have to do a review of them soon! 👍

@danielwillliams9669 Ай бұрын

I own one of these already, I think I have the CE though. Again, great feed back. I do need the clean the arrestor - I have it for over 5 years and never cleaned that. Some say you can clean it with a wire wheel. Thanks again for another great video!

@GarageGear Ай бұрын

Hey Daniel! Cool! You can take that metal screen out, heat it up with a torch, let it cool, then hit it with a wire brush to know the carbon off of it. It will be clean as a whistle. Install it and you’re good to go!

@sixate 9 ай бұрын

Been using my BG 56C for probably 10 years. Never an issue. Just gets used for grass cleanup after mowing and minimal leaf cleanup in the fall.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Awesome blower! They last and last! Thanks for sharing six!

@Salmomlox 9 ай бұрын

Hi JB! When you first started the leaf blower, I knew exactly it was the Stihl. I have the same model and love it. However, I had to upgrade to the backpack model. I still have and use both. Great review. How's the foot? Have an awesome day. ☺☺

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Hey salmom! Definitely an awesome blower! The foot is all better. Still not running on it but we’ll get there eventually. Thanks for asking! 👍

@mrRoverkane 9 ай бұрын

I just got a house. Came from a townhouse apartment where I used a corded SunJoe 😂 I still use that little thing. Time to upgrade though. Works like a champ for $15

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Hey Rock what you got! Thanks for watching Rover!

@LessThanHandy 9 ай бұрын

Let me save you time and grief, get a Stihl but don't get it from a large chain store - go to a dealer.

@apexiumim2741 9 ай бұрын

First?? Loll Had mine for about 5 years now. Best leaf blower by far! Light, compact and powerful. I never use the flat nozzle as I found it useless tbh. Oh.. and I always start while standing. It’s not a chainsaw hahaha (although.. I’ve done that as well 😮) I hold with my left hand and pull with the right. Yep.. it’s pointing behind me when starting. Bills gonna eat sushi tomorrow! Go Bills!!!

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

What’s up, Apex! Thanks for sharing the tip for the community. The bills will def eat sushi tomorrow ha!

@smallblock412 9 ай бұрын

Nice machine but I like my Echo PB- 2620. The almost 100 more CFM is noticable. I also prefer the round nozzle compared to the flared end. Seems to move more debris easier.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Definitely more noticeable CFM on the echo Smallblock! Totally agree! Thanks for watching my friend. 👍👍

@jaybooth4815 9 ай бұрын

Great review JB! I really like the easy start you demonstrated. I have the EGO battery which is ok but fairly heavy and the batter doesn’t last to long anymore. I’ve had it about 4-5 years now. I gotta check this out. Maybe hit you up offline to ask you a few questions. Gonna be an awesome weekend! Cheers my friend!

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Appreciate you Jay! Those who batteries have a limited lifespan! If you want to check out this blower sometime let me know and we’ll figure out a day! 👍 go bills!

@The_Mace 9 ай бұрын

JB: "It's really hard to flood this engine." The Mace: "Challenge accepted."

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Mace: Hold my beer… Lol! Thanks for the laughs every Saturday my friend! !!! Enjoy your weekend!

@LarryOtt 9 ай бұрын

i just bought a bg 86 to replace my bg 55 i was will to pay the extra for a little more power thought i was getting about 10 percent more power but it feels like 10 percent less not happy at all

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing this Larry!

@Robsbrd99 5 күн бұрын

I thought I'd check and see if you still like this blower. I'm in the market for one and will get it in early September to play with before the leaves come. The reason I like this blower is because my dad has had a BG 85? for 15 years plus now and just had to replace the primer last year. That's been its only repair.

@GarageGear 4 күн бұрын

@@Robsbrd99 it’s a great blower my friend! One of the best!

@Robsbrd99 4 күн бұрын

@GarageGear Thank you, Sir. What I wanted to hear. Dad is a Stihl man and I thought I'd join him. I like the Echo, too. Just can't see myself with something other than a Stihl, though. Was thinking about their Red Armor oil. Was planning on going back and forth between cans of the Stihl oil and the Red Armor to keep the arrestor and the piston cleaner.

@GarageGear 4 күн бұрын

@@Robsbrd99 go for it! Let me know how it works out for you.

@timpmuldoon736 9 ай бұрын

Very Informative Video JB.. I’m Husqvarna guy when come to gas powered yard tools , previously owned STIHL - BC200 Back Pack Blower hard starting & carbon up a lot spent more in shop than in use.. Still not Sold on Battery 🔋 yard equipment have seen $$ of Battery 🔋 when you need to replace..

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing tim! I agree on the battery prices. Wild how much the replacements cost.

@SVW1976 9 ай бұрын

Where can we get ethanol free fuel? Thats a nice machine. I have a Poulan Pro BVM200FE. It converts to a vacuum which is great for getting leaves out of all the nooks and crannies of my yard. Mulches them as it sucks. I beat it up up pretty good and its given me years of mostly trouble free operation. My biggest issue is its hard to start after its been running awhile. Any ideas what that might be? Its done that since new.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Sounds like maybe the magneto may be your problem in this case. Give her a look! You can find ethanol free gas at some gas stations.👍

@davt8615 2 ай бұрын

56 and 86 are certainly the best looking units 👍 Husky 525bx has so much more grunt though, all i use for work paired with my BR600. Do love my BG56 for the garden and drive though, very reliable 👌 as you said bro good fuel is the number 1 rule 😅, good stuff Buddy ATB from 🇬🇧

@GarageGear 2 ай бұрын

Appreciate you and the info here ATB! Thanks for watching!

@mrRoverkane 9 ай бұрын

In a world of battery, it’s refreshing seeing someone review the “outdated” gas lol

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

I’m done reviewing battery stuff! Gas products get more views on my channel. Thanks for watching!

@dougweir441 9 ай бұрын

Real men like real power equipment......when there is work to be done.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

@@dougweir441 right on! 👍

@lancairw867 Ай бұрын

I have both. DeWalt 🔋 blower for in and around the garage area. Stihl 86 for all other applications. I usually get 8 years out of the gas hand held Sthils 👍🏻👍🏻

@thelawnguy7373 23 күн бұрын

@@dougweir441yes sir

@TecumsehRulesbcserk 9 ай бұрын

I’ve officially started up my own side business of outdoor power equipment repair. So far I’ve been getting pretty good business but I expect to get busier in the later fall months.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Oh I’m sure you’ll be busy come winter time with all the snowblowers that need repair! Thanks for watching BCSERK!👍

@dougweir441 9 ай бұрын

If you don't use much or going to store for a few months use Stihl canned gas. Stihl trimmer, chainsaw, blower and tiller all get good gas/oil and always start. Great tip with the spark arrestor for people who don't know.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing, my friend!

@lukematei8364 9 ай бұрын

Good day sir! Just curious how would you compare this to the echo blower you have? I'm a gardener in Australia by the way and like your content

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Hey Luke! I have a comparison video coming out on these two blowers this weekend! Stay tuned!

@Corvette1658 5 ай бұрын

Well it’s now been a month since I had my STIHL BG86C. I got it for Christmas I’m loving it best blower I even owned.

@GarageGear 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing corvette!

@Steven-jn2cw 11 күн бұрын

It seems to blow good, how does it suck? Just to clarify I am referring to the BG86!

@GarageGear 11 күн бұрын

@@Steven-jn2cw hahahah it blows great but doesn’t suck! lol! Thanks for watching Steven!👍👍

@zorak1704 8 ай бұрын

I’ve had one for six years now with the gutter tube kit. Total time saver.

@GarageGear 8 ай бұрын

Definitely a useful accessory!

@Carlos.Rivera 9 ай бұрын

I was looking for Echo blower (the one you reviewed) but this bad boy seems good value for the money

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Definitely a good value! I’ll be comparing echo and stihl in the next one!

@kirkthebeerslinger 9 ай бұрын

@@GarageGearI will hold off on my question then...first thing I was like how do you like the straight pipe compared to the curved pipe designed to cut down on the gyroscopic effect/fatigue on your wrist...which has better output/weight/runtime/ergonomics...so I will just wait to get your take on those and more...I have my preference... will be interesting to see if we agree 🙂

@paulg687 7 ай бұрын

What comes out of the exhaust on these things? Do you need to wear protective breathing?

@GarageGear 7 ай бұрын

Hey Paul exhaust smoke comes out today them. You do not need to wear masks when using this.

@BigDaddysGarage 9 ай бұрын

You can't go wrong with Stihl !

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Definitely can’t go wrong with stihl! They make an amazing product!👍

@michaelcasale2453 9 ай бұрын

I got the BG50 12 years ago and still runs awesome

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! Can’t beat ‘em

@anthonyelectric6045 9 ай бұрын

I love the balance and performance with mine. Good review

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! Have a great weekend!

@haroldmontegut 9 ай бұрын

Great review JB! When I bought my my Echo PB2520 I gave this one a hard look. I went with the Echo because of the higher CFMs and the lower price.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

The echo definitely has a bit more kick to it! Thanks for watching bud!

@zsmizzy 9 ай бұрын

How it is low on cfm versus competitors?

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

The CFM on this blower is 365. On a competing echo model it’s 450+. Even battery models crank higher numbers so this one is a little low.

@zsmizzy 9 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear with the round nozzle it’s 444

@peterohmart707 9 ай бұрын

I won one for five years and it is really a good machine. It was worth the money!

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Peter!

@tgsgardenmaintenance4627 3 ай бұрын

This is a great machine, and i still have one,but in my opinion, the Husqvarna 525BX is the best handheld blower on the market!

@GarageGear 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing tgs!

@andyesir 9 ай бұрын

excellent review as usual ....Go Bills !!!!

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Appreciate you Dave!

@electroddxful 9 ай бұрын

Great review JB. I have the BG55 and it also works really well. Have a bless weekend 🙏🙏🙏🙏

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Hey Ray! Heard a lot of good things about that blower too! Hope you’re having an awesome weekend so far bud! 👍👍

@yalerich7417 9 ай бұрын

Yes, Stihl is good stuff-I have a Stihl chain saw w/the easy start@ u can't go wrong (with Stihl)!

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Stihl makes a great product! Thanks for watching as always yale!👍

@kencurtis228 9 ай бұрын

Thank You for Sharing

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching

@JohnSaylock-ec4cd Ай бұрын

I run saber 80 to 1... Ten years now and no problems.

@GarageGear Ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@kevinmills5293 7 ай бұрын

I’ve watched many YT videos of battery leaf blowers and non seem as effective as this Stihl. Have you found a battery powered blower which is more effective at moving leaves?

@GarageGear 7 ай бұрын

Nope they’re all dead in 20-30 minutes. Not good for larger properties!

@kevinmills5293 7 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear hi, thanks for the reply and I understand the limited run time of a battery blower but what I’d like to know are there battery units out there that are as powerful as a petrol blower without spending stupid money?

@regularSenseAppeal 3 ай бұрын

@@kevinmills5293 probably as powerful but not without spending silly money. Thing is this one will still run perfectly 15 years from now. How will those batteries hold up? I have a 20-25 year old 2 stroke Stihl chainsaw and an old Stihl hedge trimmer and they still run like new.

@CKID-dv8tq 5 ай бұрын

I love mine super powerful and easy to start !

@GarageGear 5 ай бұрын

They make a great leaf blower

@CKID-dv8tq 5 ай бұрын

@@GarageGear they do all their stuff is good I have their weedwackers and chainsaws

@jvenema86 9 ай бұрын

so wonderful beautiful video my best friend i love it see so nice

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@thelawnguy7373 23 күн бұрын

Stihl engine had a different sound to it. Sounds like a dirt bike

@GarageGear 22 күн бұрын

They definitely sound different!

@joebarzo9935 9 ай бұрын

all this great info...and a cheeky sense of humor - what's not to love? Hit the LIKE button dear friends. An easy way to reciprocate.

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Hey Joe! Got an idea for a funny KZfaq short. “Things you can say about your lawnmower, but not your partner” stay tuned lol! Thanks for being a cool fan as always!

@user-cw4rp9xg5o 7 ай бұрын

Next clue is if you use right hand to use the blwer , what are you doing with left hand ? 😊

@GarageGear 7 ай бұрын

Moving fallen sticks off my lawn? Lol

@pillcosby3949 13 күн бұрын

This machine or the echo pb2620? Thanks

@GarageGear 12 күн бұрын

@@pillcosby3949 hey pill did you see this video STIHL BG 86C VS. ECHO PB-2620 - Which Leaf Blower Is BEST? kzfaq.info/get/bejne/qJObpbWUtdTYZo0.html

@user-cw4rp9xg5o 7 ай бұрын

😊 hey , think on it , how would you improve it ? I will not give you answers yet.

@GarageGear 7 ай бұрын

Increase the CFM?

@carl3233 8 ай бұрын

my self i use a rake its cheaper.

@GarageGear 8 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@montefiveforty1 9 ай бұрын

I swear my 86 blows better with the other attachment

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing monte

@matthewschnipke3251 6 ай бұрын

I am Left handed that fan is a big negative

@GarageGear 6 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing Matthew

@henrymurawskibigdogrepair 9 ай бұрын

Just make sure you do not drop started because you will break it

@GarageGear 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@calvinbarnes7664 2 ай бұрын

I have one but I'm having a problem getting to turn over

@GarageGear 2 ай бұрын

Is it older?