Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA)
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- 127cc Briggs & Stratton 550 series engine
- Single lever blade clutch & depth control system
- Steel powder coated handle
- 3.5" edging depth
- 4-position bevel
- 4 wheel chassis with 1/4" steel frame
- Wheels - 8" ball bearings
- Variable speed throttle control
- Cutterhead 5/8" dia. shaft with solid steel flanged pulley
- 2" x 9" blade
- Debris sweep deflector
- Enclosed belt pulley deflector
- Curb riding
- Replacement blade(Ace No. 70230)
- 2 year warranty
- Not for sale in CA
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What people are saying
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by PowerReviews(based on 19 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
68%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Easy to handle (14)
- Good power output (12)
- Ergonomic grip (6)
- Lightweight (4)
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight edging (18)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Do-it-yourself (14), Avid do-it-yourselfer (4)
Most Liked Positive Review
Mclane edger performs beautifully!!
Ok here's my review: Just got the unit today from my local Ace hardware which was a smooth process overall. Got it home unpackaged the unit, put six bolts on for the handle, ...Read complete review
Ok here's my review: Just got the unit today from my local Ace hardware which was a smooth process overall. Got it home unpackaged the unit, put six bolts on for the handle, tightened two screws for the throttle, filled it up with about a half quarter of 10w 30 motor oil (which is not included) and filled it up with fresh gas. First pull and off she went. Checked the depth setting to my preference and completed my yard with no problems. Also, this edger has a bevel feature which tapers the top of your grass giving you a fresh look that no one on your block can compete with. I replaced my 25+ year old Mclane with this newer one and wow it put my old unit to shame. So my overall opinion, spend the extra $100 over the stick edgers and wanna be's because this Mclane edger packs the power and will not disappoint.
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Most Liked Negative Review
OK Hardware--Bad Customer Support
Unit is easily assembled. Controls on engine for CHOKE, FUEL, THROTTLE, and ELECTRICAL ON & OFF are not marked or marked very well. Had extreme difficulty getting unit to start and ru...Read complete review
Unit is easily assembled. Controls on engine for CHOKE, FUEL, THROTTLE, and ELECTRICAL ON & OFF are not marked or marked very well. Had extreme difficulty getting unit to start and run. McLane's Customer service, via phone, provided no help McLane has refused to answer any of my 4 written inquires. Likewise engine manufacture, refused to accept that their product was not well marked and could not/would not give me proper settings for operation. McLane was informed each time I communicated with the engine people, but chose not to enter the discussion. I have one remaining, on going technical issue with McLane.
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Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Ergonomic Grip
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
I have had my McClane edger probably ten years and have never had a problem with it. Starts easily with normally one pull, blade changing is easy, controls are easy to use. The only problem is the right rear tire virtually melted for no reason, the rest of the tires look almost new.
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Ergonomic Grip
- Lightweight
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
I HAVE BACK PROBLEMS AND IT IS VERY EASY TO START AND LIGHTWEIGHT BUT DOES THE JOB
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Received quickly, Easy to assemble, Mclane quick to ship acccessories.
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Easy to start
- Ergonomic Grip
- Powerful
- Well built
Cons
- Missing a bolt and 2 nuts
Best Uses
- Island edging
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
This edger looks like it will "last forever". Well built, has a belt guard and metal throttle plate now. Engine is OHV - nice touch and has a gas-shutoff. The kill switch is easy to mix up when starting - uses o and -. Edges quickly, but if the ground is unevevn you may miss a little - not its fault. Free shipping to my local Ace was nice. I'm very pleased with it.
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Beveled edge
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Ok here's my review: Just got the unit today from my local Ace hardware which was a smooth process overall. Got it home unpackaged the unit, put six bolts on for the handle, tightened two screws for the throttle, filled it up with about a half quarter of 10w 30 motor oil (which is not included) and filled it up with fresh gas. First pull and off she went. Checked the depth setting to my preference and completed my yard with no problems. Also, this edger has a bevel feature which tapers the top of your grass giving you a fresh look that no one on your block can compete with. I replaced my 25+ year old Mclane with this newer one and wow it put my old unit to shame. So my overall opinion, spend the extra $100 over the stick edgers and wanna be's because this Mclane edger packs the power and will not disappoint.
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Ergonomic Grip
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
- Trimming Around Rocks
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Got approximately 350 ft. of edging. This edger with the B/S 550 Series engine does a very good job. Got to pull a few times to crank,but I blame the 10% corn in the gasoling for this. A small engine repairman friend advised me to try fuel stablizer.
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Ergonomic Grip
- Lightweight
- Powerful
Cons
- No cons
Best Uses
- Cutting flower beds
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
this machine is one of the best you will find. I use it to edge my concrete drive & cut flower beds.Craftmanship is second to none.Assembly was a breeze,bolt on handle,bolt on throttle cable,add oil & gas & you are done.The problems with the throttle cable is gone.Stay away from the 475 series engine,its all aluminum,go with 550 series,its got a cast iron cylinder,much better engine.Buy it from Ace,you will have no regrets.Super good people!
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Lightweight
- Well made
Cons
- Not gas efficient
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
In a day and age of cheap foreign made imports McLane still builds a quality edger. This is the power edger you need that you will not find in the box stores. It is well made and operates with ease. I wish they would make the curb attachment standard.
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
- Multiple problems
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
I have had trouble with this unit since day one. With minimum help from McLane or Briggs & Stratton I have solved most of these issues. The unit now performs well. Two days ago I attempted to change the blade. I discovered that to do so one needs to use a 3/4 inch box wrench for the bolt at the end of the shaft and a 5/16 inch Allen wrench inserted into a socket in the shaft on the other end. My assortment of Allen wrenches did not fit the socket. I marched off to the store and purchased a new set. I tried the 5/16 inch wrench and it would not fit the socket. I called McLane. They indicated I was the only one with this problem. I was told to press the used blade to the ground to keep if from turning and then use the 3/4 inch wrench to do the job. What I did - I lightly filed the six surfaces of the Allen wrench until it fit McLane's version of a 5/16 inch socket. Another work-around required to make the machine work! Not a good record!
Pros
- Easy to Handle
Cons
- Difficult to Start
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Hard starting
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Powerful
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Good product!
Pros
- Easy to Handle
Cons
- Sticks with Heavy Grass
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
The new briggs 3.5 engines are not very good. Briggs and Stratton blames McLane for throttle problems & McLane blames Briggs.
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
I've owned the unit for a couple of months. Today is the first time I have been able to operate it without "jerry-rigging" a solution to a problem that shouldn't exist!
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
- Technical support
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Unit is easily assembled. Controls on engine for CHOKE, FUEL, THROTTLE, and ELECTRICAL ON & OFF are not marked or marked very well. Had extreme difficulty getting unit to start and run. McLane's Customer service, via phone, provided no help McLane has refused to answer any of my 4 written inquires. Likewise engine manufacture, refused to accept that their product was not well marked and could not/would not give me proper settings for operation. McLane was informed each time I communicated with the engine people, but chose not to enter the discussion. I have one remaining, on going technical issue with McLane.
Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Ergonomic Grip
- Lightweight
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Never owned one before. Setup is extremely easy. Does a super job.
Pros
- Easy to Handle
- Powerful
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
A solid well built piece of equipment.
Pros
- Easy to Handle
Cons
- No cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
I have had this brand of edger for over 30 years and have serviced it once. It is the best edger for edging your lawn, much better than a string weed eater.
Pros
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Straight Edging
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Ran for 26 years before giving up the ghost. Can't ask for more than that.
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Mclane® 3.5 HP Gas Edger & Trimmer (801-3.5RP-CA):
Mclane Makes a great product but with all companies there will always be one or two that are defective.. Mine was one of the defective ones.. [...]
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