first build help weed eater

[Steve Best]

i would prefer chain driven though

Hmmm, on limited funds, that is called "champagne tastes on beer wages"!

It doesn't take long to exceed the cost of a China Girl kit when you start fabricating.

 

[Guest-366629]

Friction drive works way better

 

[Steve Best]

Friction drive works way better

You say that like you believe it?

One line answers like this are no help unless you back them up with supporting information like Don did.
Why is the friction drive better?
How do you get over its problems?
Have you ever done one? Have pictures?

ps: Hey guys, very busy with life but great to drop into this forum.
My current project: 1971 MF50 backhoe, Perkins 4.203 diesel blown headgasket, in frame overhaul.
Had to pull the front axle forward to drop the oil pan, replacing cylinder liners, new pistons.
Did a lot of good work until she boom! ("pftssssssst" really)