85 Lb Push Broadcast Spreader
Agri-Fab 85 Lb Push Broadcast Spreader is rated
out of
5 by
10.
Product #:
0000000001645
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SKU:
006621551
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Model #:
45-0388
$59.95
Specifications
- Model # 45-0388
- 85 lb capacity covers about 1/4 acre (14,000 sq ft)
- Rustproof poly hopper and spreader plate increases product life
- Up to 10 ft spread width
- 10 in pneumatic tires allow for smooth transport
- Item assembled measures 35 in L x 22 in W x 33 in H
- Assembly required
- Weight: Approximately: 20 pounds
- Shipping Dimensions: Approximately 23.5 x 16 x 12.75 inches.
- This product cannot be shipped to: CA
Reviews
Rated 2 out of
5
by
pds03 from
Poorly designed & maufactured
First, the Control Cable assembly came in the shipping box in pieces. There is no diagram showing how to reassembly it. Second, The Stand Tube, part #28463 was bowed out so far that 1/4" x 2" hex bolt threads would bottom out before the Tube went solid against the Frame Assembly. I had to use washers to get the bolt to tighten the Stand Tube. The Handle assembly, fully bolted, twists from side to side. There is no way to make the male part of the tube solid inside of the female part of the tube. Way too much slop in the whole assembly that cannot be taken up by the bolts. Very disappointed in the overall quality of the unit.
Date published: 2018-06-20
Rated 2 out of
5
by
FF Bryan from
Great Design, Poor Manufacturing
Just put this together, the main tube that the axle mounts on was bent, and the holes for the axle holders weren't punched out properly. I tried to get the main tube bent into shape, but couldn't quite get it right. A flat file took care of the holes, but it was kind of a pain. An additional issue was the holes for the bolts were punched too hard, making it difficult to tighten them because they sank into the bar. Took about an hour to assemble,unfortunately it's crooked. I needed to get the fertilizer down, so I figured I could live with it. When I finally started, I ran into the same problem as just about everyone here, the control box is the cheapest, poorest made piece of junk EVER. There is no shut-off other than the setting lever, and you cannot tighten the wingnut enough to actually make the setting stop work. It is almost impossible to get an even spread. I would get to the end of the row, pull the setting lever to stop, turn, push it forward, then spend 1/2 the next row trying to get it properly adjusted. I always try to purchase American made products, the alternatives were all Chinese made junk, but I'm second guessing myself on this purchase.
Date published: 2018-04-21
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Don1958 from
Disappointed
I am highly disappointed with this product. I have an axle holder that does not fit on the axle and one of the nylon nuts has no thread. I purchased three of them and have only put together one because it took so long to do.
Date published: 2017-12-19
Rated 4 out of
5
by
Robin up from
Good value and Mills offers outstanding service
I purchased about a month ago to replace a Scott's spreader that had a broken metering control. Mills had a competitive price and a super price on standard shipping. As has been my experience before with them, they under promise and over deliver. Unfortunately, they don't have a retail store in my area, because if they did it would be my first stop. If I can't find what I need locally, however, they are my first choice when ordering on-line.
I bought this spreader because the company is located in the Midwest, although the parts for this product, which admittedly is their cheapest, are made in Mexico. I believe they make the majority of their products in Illinois. One problem so far, and it is still quite serviceable, is the handle doesn't align exactly with the bottom bracket. It does the job as advertised, though.
Date published: 2017-10-30
Rated 5 out of
5
by
KKUSA1 from
Excellent...Except
I try to buy local products whenever I can and I was really impressed with this spreader when I saw it on display...I still am! Works great with one exception. Despite handling it very carefully, the control lever on mine broke after just three uses. The spreader will last a lifetime...the control lever obviously will not.
Date published: 2017-06-15
Rated 2 out of
5
by
Simon727 from
Average Spreader
The spreader works, however I was disappointed that it doesn't have a lever to stop fertilizer from coming out. Instead you have to pull lever that the settings are on when you stop and then reset again when starting up. I did burn my lawn in a couple small places because of this.
Date published: 2017-05-23
Rated 1 out of
5
by
sundance from
poooooooor quality
This product was a real pain to put together. None of the holes were drilled out in the hopper and they did not line up to the hopper support bracket, which caused the wheels to to be on an angle and the spread plate hits the control cable. I also added washers to be able to bolt support legs tight. Because of the hopper support not bent correctly only one leg touches on flat surface. I have my doubts about the transmission because it is real stiff.
Date published: 2017-05-06
Rated 1 out of
5
by
bubba from
Same Problem
I also have the 85lb push spreader and the control keeps on breaking. It would be nice if we could retro the 100lb control to fit but NO so I guess I have to keep buying the plastic one every year
Date published: 2016-04-26
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