{"id":106687,"date":"2023-12-09T13:14:25","date_gmt":"2023-12-09T16:14:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/?p=106687"},"modified":"2024-12-14T02:25:50","modified_gmt":"2024-12-14T05:25:50","slug":"how-to-string-weed-eater","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/","title":{"rendered":"How to String a Weed Eater"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The most important part of a weed eater is its string; without it, you can&#8217;t cut down grass and weeds or even edge your lawn. So, what do you do when your trimmer runs out of string midway through a project? We\u2019ll teach you how to string a weed eater (aka string trimmer, weed whacker, weed trimmer, lawn trimmer, or grass trimmer) quickly and easily.<\/p>   <div class=\"wp-block-ub-table-of-contents-block ub_table-of-contents\" id=\"ub_table-of-contents-d15f9ca7-e359-4f77-9225-d20698c8a5b0\" data-linktodivider=\"false\" data-showtext=\"show\" data-hidetext=\"hide\" data-scrolltype=\"auto\" data-enablesmoothscroll=\"false\" data-initiallyhideonmobile=\"false\" data-initiallyshow=\"true\"><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-header\" style=\"text-align: left; \"> \t\t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-title\">In this how-to guide:<\/div> \t\t\t\t \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-extra-container\" style=\"\"> \t\t\t<div class=\"ub_table-of-contents-container ub_table-of-contents-1-column\"> \t\t\t\t<ul style=\"\"><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#0-tools-and-materials-needed\" style=\"\">Tools and Materials Needed<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#1-how-to-string-an-auto-feed-weed-eater\" style=\"\">How to String an Auto-Feed Weed Eater<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#2-step-1-remove-the-cap\" style=\"\">Step 1: Remove the Cap<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#3-step-2-remove-the-spool\" style=\"\">Step 2: Remove the Spool<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#4-step-3-discard-old-string\" style=\"\">Step 3: Discard Old String<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#5-step-4-insert-string-into-spool\" style=\"\">Step 4: Insert String Into Spool<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#6-step-5-wind-new-string\" style=\"\">Step 5: Wind New String<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#7-step-6-reinsert-the-spool\" style=\"\">Step 6: Reinsert the Spool<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#8-step-7-cut-excess-wire\" style=\"\">Step 7: Cut Excess Wire<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#9-step-8-put-the-cap-back-on\" style=\"\">Step 8: Put the Cap Back On<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#10-how-to-string-a-bump-feed-weed-eater\" style=\"\">How to String a Bump-Feed Weed Eater<\/a><ul><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#11-step-1-power-down-the-weed-eater\" style=\"\">Step 1: Power Down the Weed Eater<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#12-step-2-remove-old-string\" style=\"\">Step 2: Remove Old String<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#13-step-3-feed-new-string\" style=\"\">Step 3: Feed New String<\/a><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#14-step-4-wind-the-wire\" style=\"\">Step 4: Wind the Wire<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li style=\"\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-string-weed-eater\/#15-faq-about-stringing-a-weed-eater\" style=\"\">FAQ About Stringing a Weed Eater<\/a><\/li><\/ul> \t\t\t<\/div> \t\t<\/div><\/div>   <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"0-tools-and-materials-needed\">Tools and Materials Needed<\/h2>    <p>Luckily, you need only three things to change the string of a weed wacker:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>String<\/strong> (also called trimmer line or wire)<\/li>    <li>A <strong>cutting tool<\/strong>, like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-garden-shears\/\">garden shears<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-garden-scissors\/\">heavy-duty scissors<\/a>, or a multi-tool<\/li>    <li>Measuring tape or another measuring tool<\/li> <\/ul>    <p>The type of string, its thickness, and its length depend on the string trimmer model you own. Use the old wire to determine what wire you\u2019ll need to buy at your local home improvement store. When in doubt, always consult your weed eater\u2019s manual.<\/p>    <p>Usually, you\u2019ll need <strong>20 to 25 feet<\/strong> of trimmer line.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"1-how-to-string-an-auto-feed-weed-eater\">How to String an Auto-Feed Weed Eater<\/h2>    <p>Automatic-feed weed eaters dispense more string automatically once they detect that the current line is too short. To restrung auto-feed weed eaters, you wind a new wire around the spool or replace the spool altogether. Here are the steps to follow for both cases:<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-step-1-remove-the-cap\">Step 1: Remove the Cap<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-cap-.jpg\" alt=\"removing cap from string trimmer\" class=\"wp-image-106695\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-cap-.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-cap--300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-cap--646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-cap--150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-cap--768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MAED2lmYdlw-repair-the-string-trimmer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">egon69<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>The first step is removing the cap from your trimmer, as it keeps the wire spool in place. Power down your weed eater and disconnect it from its power source, whether a socket or a battery. If the weed eater is hot to the touch, wait for it to cool down before working with it.<\/p>    <p>Flip the trimmer head around and remove the spool cap. Try unscrewing it, prying it off, or popping tabs that keep it in place; the method to remove your cap varies with your weed eater model.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p><strong>Don\u2019t have a removable cap?<\/strong> You might have a bump-feed weed eater. The section further down is a tutorial on how to put string in a bump-feed weed eater.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"3-step-2-remove-the-spool\">Step 2: Remove the Spool<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-spool.jpg\" alt=\"removing spool from string trimmer\" class=\"wp-image-106696\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-spool.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-spool-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-spool-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-spool-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/remove-spool-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MAEEqikJIRI-repair-the-string-trimmer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">egon69<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Next, gently pull out the spool from the weed eater, cutting away any wire if it\u2019s stuck. This plastic cylinder is usually the only thing in the weed whacker\u2019s cap. Keep a mental note of how the spool is facing before you take it out (or take a picture with your phone).<\/p>    <p>If your weed eater model accepts a pre-wound spool and you want to use a new spool, then you may skip to Step 6.&nbsp; However, this is more expensive than simply winding your spool with a new line of string.<\/p>    <p><strong>If your weed eater doesn\u2019t have a removable spool,<\/strong> you might have a bump-feed weed eater. You can skip to the section about restringing a bump-feed weed eater for instructions.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-step-3-discard-old-string\">Step 3: Discard Old String<\/h3>    <p>Remove the old string from the spool. If there\u2019s still a sizable chunk of string, you probably only need to rewind it, but most of the time it\u2019s better to just use new wire. The trimmer line is rather inexpensive.<\/p>    <p>You can keep the old line of string as a reference for what gauge of weed eater string you\u2019ll need if you haven\u2019t already bought replacement wire.<\/p>    <p>When undoing the old wire, take note of how it was attached to the spool and what direction it was wound in. The wire could be attached to the spool through an opening or a clip.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-step-4-insert-string-into-spool\">Step 4: Insert String Into Spool<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/insert-string.jpg\" alt=\"inserting string into weed eater\" class=\"wp-image-106697\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/insert-string.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/insert-string-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/insert-string-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/insert-string-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/insert-string-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MAFT8eLjgw4-handyman-fixing-a-string-trimmer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cesarrosphoto<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Now, take your new trimmer line and attach it to the spool. Usually, you\u2019ll need to feed only about \u00bd-inch or so of the new wire. Lock it into place.<\/p>    <p>Do you have a two-string lawn trimmer? If you do, check how many eyelets (openings) your spool has:<\/p>    <ol class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><strong>One opening? <\/strong>Thread your string through the opening and pull until you have two halves of wire hanging from your spool.<\/li>    <li><strong>Two openings? <\/strong>You\u2019ll need to cut the string in equal halves and attach both halves to the spool<strong> <\/strong>openings.<\/li> <\/ol>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-step-5-wind-new-string\">Step 5: Wind New String<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/wind-string.jpg\" alt=\"winding string around spool of string trimmer\" class=\"wp-image-106698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/wind-string.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/wind-string-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/wind-string-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/wind-string-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/wind-string-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MAEJMfZVO7g-repair-the-string-trimmer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">egon69<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Now, it\u2019s time to wind the new string around the spool. Check your spool for any arrows and wind the string in the direction of the arrows. Consult the user manual if you can\u2019t find any. When in doubt, roll clockwise.<\/p>    <p>Wrap your wire around the spool firmly, but not too tightly, in even rows. Start from top to bottom \u2014 overlapping only once you\u2019ve reached one end \u2014 to prevent tangling and crossed wires. Keep wrapping until you\u2019ve almost reached the rim of your spool; never go beyond the rim. You should have a fair bit of string hanging off.<\/p>    <p>If you have a two-string trimmer, the process is quite similar. You\u2019ll just need to make sure the two strands of wire are wound evenly in their individual sections or slots. Never cross a wire into the other section. You can wind both strings at the same time or separately.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"7-step-6-reinsert-the-spool\">Step 6: Reinsert the Spool<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/reinsert-spool.jpg\" alt=\"replacing a spool of string to the head of a weed eater\" class=\"wp-image-106699\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/reinsert-spool.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/reinsert-spool-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/reinsert-spool-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/reinsert-spool-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/reinsert-spool-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MAFT8QCqCEE-handyman-fixing-a-string-trimmer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">cesarrosphoto<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Your spool is now ready to be placed back into your weed eater. Feed the excess string through the opening in your string trimmer.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Then, attach the spool the same way it was attached before you took it out. Hold onto the spool tightly to prevent the wire from unwinding. If you don\u2019t remember which side it\u2019s supposed to be placed on, look for a logo or something similar that could give you a hint as to where. Or check the user manual for instructions.<\/p>    <p>You may need to press on tabs or squeeze the spool together to lock it into place.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-step-7-cut-excess-wire\">Step 7: Cut Excess Wire<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cut-excess-wire.jpg\" alt=\"cutting excess wire from a weed eater spool\" class=\"wp-image-106701\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cut-excess-wire.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cut-excess-wire-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cut-excess-wire-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cut-excess-wire-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/cut-excess-wire-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MAED2tioM0c-repair-the-string-trimmer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">egon69<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>Cut off the excess wire, leaving about 4 to 6 inches of string hanging out of the trimmer. Your weed eater may not work without this excess string. It\u2019s OK if you can\u2019t get it exactly right, as the weed eater will cut off any additional excess when you start it.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-step-8-put-the-cap-back-on\">Step 8: Put the Cap Back On<\/h3>    <figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/put-cap-back-on.jpg\" alt=\"putting cap back on a string trimmer\" class=\"wp-image-106702\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/put-cap-back-on.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/put-cap-back-on-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/put-cap-back-on-646x485.jpg 646w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/put-cap-back-on-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/put-cap-back-on-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Photo Credit: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/photos\/MAED2n4l8QU-repair-the-string-trimmer\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">egon69<\/a> \/ Canva Pro \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.canva.com\/policies\/content-license-agreement\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">License<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>    <p>All that\u2019s left is to put the spool cap back on. Make sure it\u2019s locked into place before starting the weed eater. Then, you can check if everything has turned out right.<\/p>    <p>If your string trimmer works, pat yourself on the back; you\u2019ve successfully restrung an auto-feed weed eater! Now you\u2019re ready to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/lawn-care-2\/how-to-weed-whack\/\">weed whack like a pro<\/a>.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"10-how-to-string-a-bump-feed-weed-eater\">How to String a Bump-Feed Weed Eater<\/h2>    <p>Unlike auto-feed string weed eaters, bump-feed weed eaters release string manually when you bump their heads against the ground or any hard surface. Usually, these string trimmers don\u2019t have removable spools. Here\u2019s a step-by-step guide on how to restring one of these weed eaters.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"11-step-1-power-down-the-weed-eater\">Step 1: Power Down the Weed Eater<\/h3>    <p>Turn off your weed eater, then unplug or remove its battery. If your weed whacker is hot to the touch, let it cool down before working with it to avoid burns.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"12-step-2-remove-old-string\">Step 2: Remove Old String<\/h3>    <p>Remove old string peeking out from the string trimmer head. You can simply pull it out, but some models have removable caps.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>If your string trimmer model has a removable cap, detach the cap, take out the bump head, and pull out the string. Then, put everything back in place.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"13-step-3-feed-new-string\">Step 3: Feed New String<\/h3>    <p>Orient the bump head of your weed eater so that any arrows are lined up properly. Then, feed the new string through the opening on the bump head. There might be some resistance, but keep pushing until the string emerges from the opening on the opposite side.<\/p>    <p>Once the other end of the string is out, pull until your wire is split into even halves. You can pull the wire together to check if the halves are equal.<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"14-step-4-wind-the-wire\">Step 4: Wind the Wire<\/h3>    <p>Push down on the bump head and wind it up. There should be arrows telling you which direction to turn the weed eater\u2019s head. Keep turning until you have about 4 to 6 inches of wire hanging out.<\/p>    <p>Test your weed eater. If everything is in working order, then congrats! You\u2019ve learned how to wind a bump-feed weed eater.<\/p>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"15-faq-about-stringing-a-weed-eater\">FAQ About Stringing a Weed Eater<\/h2>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"16-can-weed-eaters-use-any-string\">Can Weed Eaters Use Any String?<\/h3>    <p>Yes, weed eaters can use any string (with a few caveats). You don\u2019t have to use your model\u2019s manufacturer\u2019s trimmer line. Some weed eaters can even take larger or heavier wires for more heavy-duty projects.<\/p>    <p>The shape of the string trimmer line typically doesn\u2019t matter when restringing your weed eater, but some models take only specific wires.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"17-should-you-soak-your-trimmer-line-in-water\">Should You Soak Your Trimmer Line in Water?<\/h3>    <p>Yes, you can soak your trimmer line in water, but don\u2019t expect it to get stronger than it originally was. Over time, the trimmer line becomes more brittle due to excess heat or cold. Soaking your brittle trimmer line in water seems to strengthen it because it\u2019s returning moisture that your string lost.&nbsp;<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"18-is-a-bump-feed-weed-eater-better-than-an-auto-feed-weed-eater\">Is a Bump-Feed Weed Eater Better Than an Auto-Feed Weed Eater?<\/h3>    <p>It depends on your needs. Bump-feed weed eaters give you more control over when your line is dispensed, need less maintenance, and are easier to restring, but the repeated bumping can break it after a while.&nbsp;<\/p>    <p>Auto-feed weed eaters are easier to find and easier to use, but they require more maintenance and may go through your wire supply much faster.<\/p>    <p>However, that doesn\u2019t necessarily mean one is better than the other. Some of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-weed-eaters\/\">best weed eaters<\/a> are automatic-feed models, while others are bump-feed models. Need more weed eater model suggestions? We\u2019ve reviewed many weed eaters, including:<\/p>    <ul class=\"wp-block-list\"> <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-cordless-weed-eaters\/\">Cordless weed eaters<\/a><\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-battery-powered-weed-eaters\/\">Battery-powered weed eaters<\/a> <\/li>    <li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lawnstarter.com\/blog\/reviews\/best-electric-weed-eaters\/\">Electric weed eaters<\/a> <\/li> <\/ul>    <h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"19-keep-your-lawn-beautiful-with-professional-help\">Keep Your Lawn Beautiful With Professional Help<\/h2>    <p>Lawn care can be difficult to keep up with if you\u2019re juggling work, family, and precious me-time \u2014 especially if you\u2019re dealing with a sickly or weedy lawn. 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