Testimonials
A hallmark of all Shindaiwa products is their outstanding performance and reliability. Designed for tough professional use and longest possible life, Shindaiwa products are purchased time and time again by satisfied and loyal customers.Below is just a sample of the many testimonials we have received from loyal Shindaiwa customers like you. Share your own Shindaiwa experiences. View more customer testimonials.
"I just used my new T350 trimmer for the first time, and NOTHING stood in its way! I ran it continuously for about 2 to 2 ½ hours and it never slowed or even hinted of a strain!!
By the way—I ran into a commercial landscaper while I was at Power Equipment picking up my trimmer. He said that he’s been in the business for 16 years and in his opinion, there is no better equipment then Shindaiwa. Thought you might enjoy a compliment. "
Steve G.
Shreveport, LA.
May 14, 2008
"I have owned my T-20 since 1995 had it's only been in the shop once. The valves had carbon on them and [the trimmer] was losing power. The service manager told me I needed to run [the trimmer] wide open to get the engine hot and keep it cleaned out. The trimmer has not been in the shop since."
Joe C.
Chesapeake, VA.
May 14, 2008
"I've owned my Shindaiwa F18 trimmer since 1990. It sees above average use for a residential lawn and still runs the same today as it did when it was new. The only thing I've ever replaced is trimmer string and an air filter. I can't say enough about the performance and durability of this trimmer."
Dave J.
Brandon, SD.
May 11, 2008
"I purchased a farm badly grown up with weeds, etc. My weedeater trimmer kept binding up, getting hot, and it wore me out!! Powell Power Eqpt strongly recommended the Shindaiwa T230 and he gave me great advice. That machine is a workhorse that just won't quit!! It's well designed, great balance, and I can work it all day without pain. Thanks, Shindaiwa for not caving into the "Big Box" monsters and sacrificing quality for their almighty dollar. Dollar for dollar I'm way ahead with my Shindaiwa T230. "
Cliff R.
Andersonville, TN.
April 17, 2008
"I own another manufacturer’s product and a Shindaiwa Ht-2510. I grab the other manufacturer’s product and follow the starting instuctions to a T. 30-40 pulls no luck, wont start. It is pretty new, too! Ht-2510 within 3 pulls and I'm working. The other manufacturer’s product goes on E-bay this week.Going to buy a Shindaiwa articulating hedge trimmer."
Rick C.
San Jose, CA.
April 13, 2008
"After owning the "Yellow" and "Orange" brands of chain saws, I purchased my 488 in 1993 based on power-to-weight ratio which was brought to my attention by the Shindaiwa dealer. It has never failed to start, and the only replacement part other than chains is the bar that I bought to replace the one that got "pinched" due to "pilot error" - I'm still using the original spark plug, and have never had the saw "tuned up". No, I don't use it every week [or month!], but I know that when it's time to cut more firewood, the 488 is ready and so eager to get to work that it almost starts itself! I estimate that I cut 2-3 cords of wood every season - now that we have a portable fireplace with a metal mesh screen for those campsites that don't have fire rings, I'll let Mr. 488 out of his cage, unleash him and turn him loose. Thanks for an outstanding product! [I shouldn't be surprised by its quality since I worked for a Japanese camera company for thirteen years]."
Jim A.
Duluth, GA.
April 6, 2008
"I bought my Shindaiwa F18 weedeater approx. 17yrs. ago after the dealer told me to take it home to test it and he promised I would want to keep it. Thankfully, he was right. I mow/trim a little over two acres at my home and a few yards in town for hire. This weedeater has stayed dependable through water and fire. Approx. 4 yrs. ago it was knocked into a swimming pool and sank 10' to the bottom and last summer my boy spilled gas on it when it was hot and it ignited. I was able to put the fire out quickly and the only damage was to the wiring harness as the photos show. In both cases, I was able to clean it(and dry it) and it started back up and never missed a beat. I have a friend who says he has bought weedeaters and leaf blowers every 2-3yrs and he seems puzzled when I explain that I have used this same F-18 for this long. All I have done is replace the head and proper maintenance. I am now ready to purchase a new weedeater and I have only considered Shindaiwa."
James B.
Eureka, KS
April 3, 2008
"I have owned 2 saws from big box national chain stores. They were poor performers. I now heat house and water with wood burner and cut more wood. I bought a 488 yesterday. Went home and cut 1 whole cord. Twice as quick and no vibration. I will now let someone borrow the old big box store saws and hope they forget to return them. "
Chad C.
Herscher. IL
March 27, 2008
"Best trimmers on the market , been using since 1985."
Richard P.
Syracuse , NY
January 22, 2008
"I purchased the 488 [chain saw] in November 1999. Every year after sitting in the garage all winter it always starts by the 3rd pull. Best saw I haver ever owned."
Alan M
Murray, NE
January 13, 2008
"Had the 451 [chain saw] since 1982 with no major service, no problems. The best saw I have ever owned "
Steve.
November 9, 2007
"In 1988 I bought a 450 chainsaw. It by far was the best I have had. A few years ago I bought some property I had a bulldozer come in to clear some land. I had to cut a big branch so I climbed on top of the dozer, cut it off, handed down the 450 saw. Well to my surprise he ran over my saw. We had to dig it out of the ground. Well it was busted up bad. I pulled the starter rope and it fired up. How many other saws could do this? I've tried to find parts to fix it. The housing is cracked, bar break is broke. I gave up yesterday 11/1/2007 and I bought a 446s. Just wanted to say it is the best saw out there. Just wish I could find parts to fix my 450. Then I would have 2 great saws. Thank you."
Terry R.
Litchfield, OH.
November 2, 2007
"I've been in the lawn service business since 1984 when I bought my first Green Machine Shindaiwa. Our company has used many different types of trimmers over the years but none work as good as the Shindaiwa. We use blowers and trimmers. For a while our company used another brand and our crews hated it. Never again will we buy anything but a Shindaiwa.
Thanks for making such a dependable product. "
Jeff F.
Gardendale, AL.
Oct 2, 2007
"Shindaiwa hasn't attained the status of being a household name like so many other brands but it should be a name known by every homeowner with a lawn to maintain! I purchased a Shindaiwa T20 Line Trimmer over 15 years ago while living in Edmond, OK. The lawn equipment specialty store owner there convinced me that Shindaiwa was in fact one of the best brands that he carried and if I cared for the trimmer it would provide me with 10 good years of service. Even though I had never heard of the brand, I listened to the store owner and took a chance on his expertise being accurate.
I'm certainly glad I did! My T20 has been used extensively, especially at my new residence in Texas which provides a healthy challenge for all of my power lawn equipment. Obviously I have made a concerted effort to maintain this straight shaft trimmer and have only had to take it in for a minor repair once in those 15 years. Of course I have personally replaced a fuel line or two over its life time and spark plugs but those are minor maintenance items.
Lately I have been noticing all the hype about the new "interchangeable" trimmer products that can do trimming, edging, blowing, etc. etc. but every time I pick one up in person I just don't have the same feel or sense of quality that I do with my "old reliable" T20 Shindaiwa.
I can truly look back on my purchase of this excellent product and without hesitation profess that I definitely got my money's worth from that dealer in Oklahoma. I only wish I could say that about all my power equipment. When it does come time for me to retire the T20, you can bet that I will be putting the new products from Shindaiwa at the top of my list for consideration! "
Joel M.
Colleyville , TX.
Oct 2, 2007