electric Blowers

[bchopeful]

Hi guys, I have a drywasher on its way. I picked up an echo leaf blower two stroke, but didn;t realize the oil from fuel mixture could cause problems on the riffle board. I was looking at switching to an electric version such as the STIHL BGA 85. Do you guys seeing any issues with that. I am thinking my run time wouold only be 30 minutes between charge times. Thanks in advance for the responses.

 

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[WesP]

I think a simpler solution would be a stright 110 volt leaf blower an extension cord and one of those $99 800 watt generators. You could place the generator up wind out of the dust and far enough to keep the noise level tolerable. A two or three gallon gas can would give you a lot of run time. I would think the total investment would be less then $200.

 

[DizzyDigger]

Used my Weed Eater Featherlite leaf blower to run a drywasher
daily for about 9 days...other then me staying on the gold, I
never had problem one with it.

 

[bchopeful]

Is there really any huge concern with using a 2 stroke and the mixed gas? Or should I really return the echo 2 stroke for a either an electric or 4 stroke engine?

 

[arizau]

I would opt for longer operating time. It may be a non-issue but since you are worried about contamination, maybe you could jury rig the blower air intake or engine exhaust so that they are remote from the unit.

 

[russau]

BC I'd run what you have on hand until you see if there really is a problem. I hate the 2 stroke noise myself BUT I'd put up with it until you dig the $$ for a 4 stroke blower and then change out what you have now!

 

[AZADAM]

An electric blower will cause the drywasher to run smoother and more consistent. I really like the idea, but would opt for a generator for the power source .You must have a variable speed blower as well..

 

[highdesertranger]

I don't understand how 2 stroke oil will contaminate the riffle box. the air you are blowing over the riffle box has nothing to do with the oil and gas mixture. highdesertranger

 

[bchopeful]

Highdesertranger it was something that I read. I am not even sure if its a real big deal. In the end, I bought the Makita 4 Cycle. No mixing of gas required and I gotta say, I love the cruise control switch. It allows you to adjust the throttle at any speed.

 

[okbasspro]

Some 2 stroke blowers put exhaust down the air output tube. Just look for where exhaust exits if not in the tube your good to go.

 

[N-Lionberger]

Some 2 stroke blowers put exhaust down the air output tube. Just look for where exhaust exits if not in the tube your good to go.

That is good to know thanks!