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Muddy Waters

Thinking about buying a sprayer,I never have a had a decent one.was looking at a Hudson 4 gallon Bak pak style,any suggestions,Will be spraying Actinovate,Biota Max,Compost tea,Fungicides etc.Its about 70$,should I spend more & get better quality or is this good enough for 3 kins 4 melons,some maters couple FPS.Would like to hear from people who have used several types Please.

5/9/2012 8:57:40 PM

Omaha, Ne.

I tried a back pack sprayer. But it was to much weight on my back. It was easier for me to use hand. but I'll only be spraying 4 plants.

5/10/2012 8:37:52 AM

The North Coast

This is the one that I have:
http://www.tractorsupply.com/-1013081

5 gallons, built in pump and rechargeable battery, extendable pull handle and wheels.

Pros: excellent long range (30') or fine mist spraying, excellent battery life, good spray volume and pressure, easy drag behind model with cool wheels

Cons: a bit of a short coiled hose, I may swap out the hose with a longer non coiled version. The wheels are most terrain, not all terrain.

This is the best unit for my needs...it's get r' done.

5/10/2012 9:05:29 AM

Rhode Island

no matter what you decide i would advise either a backpack motorized misting sprayer or one that rolls on platform and dispenses the spray by battery.
beats the hell outta a hand pump for sure.
we would be lost for time without our sthl backpack. saves a ton of time and gives great coverage above and below the canopy.
if you plan on sticking in the hobby id advise the sthl. easier to get in and around.
pap

5/10/2012 2:00:47 PM

Breslau, Ontario, Canada

The Stihl was the first "major" buy I made my second season growing. I remember the first time a sprayed the patch and it took me about 5 minutes to do the whole thing. I stood there thinking to myself, that was fast, now what do I do? it's still light outside...lol

5/10/2012 4:53:41 PM

President - GPC

Yup, That Stihl is worth itZ weight!

5/10/2012 5:13:22 PM

Muddy Waters

Ok Ive seen Todd Dawson using a blower is this the Stihl your talking about?You cant blow compost tea can you??lol

5/10/2012 5:36:16 PM

Mt Vernon Ky

I got a Stihl works great with compost tea

5/10/2012 5:43:17 PM

President - GPC

SUre a low RPM I wouldnt think your breaking up too much.....

5/10/2012 5:50:30 PM

Polson, Montana

I bought a Stihl and it works great. Have had one the Stihl chainsaws and it was the best. Can't beat the quality but hate the weight.

5/10/2012 6:36:34 PM

Mass

Solo for backpack sprayer and Stihl for backpack mist blower.

5/10/2012 7:31:34 PM

Muddy Waters

What all can you apply with the stihl?

5/10/2012 7:31:59 PM

Polson, Montana

dust,liquids

5/10/2012 8:39:16 PM

Muddy Waters

Whats a stihl cost?

5/10/2012 9:43:30 PM

Polson, Montana

Mine was $650 from Ace Hardware, got about $15 back on rebate.

5/10/2012 11:09:20 PM

Muddy Waters

Wow! big bucks! Thanks Emmett

5/11/2012 5:16:02 AM

Muddy Waters

I wouldnt call that a steal for the Stihl!

5/11/2012 5:16:45 AM

Omaha, Ne.

Did anyone ever get a modified hand blower to work well? My back can't take the weight.

5/11/2012 8:36:57 AM

formerly RGG

Mark, this is the sprayer and the best deal on it I can find and would recommend to you :

http://www.amazon.com/Solo-475-Deluxe-4-Gallon-Professional-Diaphragm/dp/B003BQOHWW/ref=sr_1_cc_3?s=aps&ie=UTF8&qid=1336787151&sr=1-3-catcorr

5/11/2012 9:48:11 PM

Polson, Montana

Got one of those too; but it will be a chore to cover the pumpkin leaves on these plants. Have been there, buy the Stihl.

5/11/2012 10:34:58 PM

Muddy Waters

http://www.stihldealer.net/productdetails-dealer-_crrraa-prodid-887-toplvl-9-catid-9-subcat-9-catprods-53.aspx

I found this. Wow Really Nice! But I,m all out of 700$ checks.I used the last one to buy the screen for the Kin Cave.LOL!Maybe if I win some Kin Fins I will buy one this winter Thx all for the feedback!

5/12/2012 1:48:49 PM

Polson, Montana

Ok,stop the poor mouthing and buy it!
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5/12/2012 7:50:12 PM

Muddy Waters

I stopped by Petes this afternoon,the Stihl on sale for 659$.I tried it on, back pack style Very nice!But I'm all out of 600 $ checks to .LOL! I bought the one at TSC for 99$! will have to do for now!

5/12/2012 9:18:28 PM

formerly RGG

IMHO a diaphragm sprayer is superior to a piston sprayer because they are able to pass small particles much better than a piston sprayer.

5/12/2012 9:19:38 PM

Breslau, Ontario, Canada

With an attachment for the Stihl, you can spread dry/granular products also.

5/12/2012 10:00:57 PM

Polson, Montana

You don't need an attachment it will spread dry or wet.

5/12/2012 10:12:51 PM

Muddy Waters

I'm Thinking of designing my own blower/sprayer.I have an electric one.Do you think this is doable??

5/13/2012 1:40:22 PM

Colorado

gilmour 362 hose end sprayer. Excellant sprayer for liquid concentrates. you can buy one on ebay for 25 bucks with shipping

5/13/2012 8:12:20 PM

President - GPC

Do you have a Stihl CoJoe....lol...I thought so....

5/14/2012 10:05:48 AM

Honesdale, Pennsylvania

I have used that same Hudson. Its a workout and awkward to even get on by yourself. The pump system does work well and if you are physically fit could probably cover your plants with it. You would just have to look at it like you are getting a some exercise while you are spraying your plants.

5/15/2012 4:33:33 PM

Mt Vernon Ky

I wasted a ton of money till I got my sthil

5/16/2012 7:19:44 AM

South Bloomfield, Ohio

Yes, the Stihl is pricey but, if you think of the money you spend in total over the years on devices trying to make the spraying process simpler and faster, you'll be ahead in the long run. The Stihl is very durable, easy to use, and reliable.

5/16/2012 10:48:03 AM