Uploaded July 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago
Thinking about buying the STIHL FS 56 RC-E string trimmer? Watch this review before you spend your money! I cover the NEW EasySpool head, performance, power, pros, cons, and whether it's worth buying.
In this review, I take an in-depth look at one of STIHL's most popular straight-shaft string trimmers. You'll see real-world cutting, edging, startup demonstrations, vibration testing, and my honest thoughts after using it. I'll also compare the new EasySpool head to ECHO's popular Speed Feed design, discuss what I like, what grinds my gears about it, and who this trimmer is best suited for.
If you're shopping for a new string trimmer, this review should help you decide if the STIHL FS 56 RC-E is the right choice.
Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed the video, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment letting me know what trimmer you'd like to see reviewed next!
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SNOWBLOWER SCHOOL - RUSTPROOFING COURSE OPTIONS:
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3.Email garagegearjb@gmail.com to purchase a PDF file of the Rustproofing Your Snowblower Course. An invoice will be sent to you via email. When you receive the invoice, you will be required to PayPal $9.99 to garagegearjb@gmail.com. Please include your email and name in the comments section. You will receive the PDF in your email within 24 hours after payment is received.
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PRODUCT LINKS:
Echo Red Armor 50:1 Oil Mix amzn.to/3PLWRkn
Echo Cross Fire String Trimmer Line amzn.to/4oXeUad
Stihl PRO Trimmer Line .095 amzn.to/44JTQds
Stihl Standard Trimmer Line .095 amzn.to/3UM0ICp
Stihl Synthetic 50:1 HP Ultra 2 Cycle Oil Mix amzn.to/3WLlHYx
Stihl FS 56 RC-E Air Filter amzn.to/4vGurOw
Stihl FS 56 RC-E HIPA Carburetor amzn.to/4aqlgsT
Lift Table amzn.to/47eHA7M
Deck Scraping Tool amzn.to/3TNrBVV
Form-A-Funnel amzn.to/48o0Aj7
Weather Tech Snowblower Mat (FOR LAWN MOWERS TOO) amzn.to/3LfQbsQ
Pivoting Workbench Dock Light amzn.to/3wCa1ur
Gladiator Workbench amzn.to/3osnsbb
WATCH THESE NEXT:
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ECHO SRM 225 vs STIHL FS 70R (Which String Trimmer Is Better?) youtu.be/vJaN2CEWMGM
How To Replace A Toro Super Recycler Drive Belt (Step-by-Step) youtu.be/0zqAy_G2VS8
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How To Repair A Damaged Lawn And Grow Grass Fast Before Summer youtu.be/GTe8DI7tgec
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JB and Garage Gear do not own the rights to the additional photos and clips used in this video.
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. Garage Gear assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Garage Gear recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Garage Gear.
JB from Garage Gear is a member of the Amazon Affiliate Program and may receive a commissions on select purchases. These commissions do not influence the prices you pay on Amazon. Thank You for supporting Garage Gear!
#stihl #stringtrimmer #lawncare
Thinking about buying the STIHL FS 56 RC-E string trimmer? Watch this review before you spend your money! I cover the NEW EasySpool head, performance, power, pros, cons, and whether it's worth buying.
In this review, I take an in-depth look at one of STIHL's most popular straight-shaft string trimmers. You'll see real-world cutting, edging, startup demonstrations, vibration testing, and my honest thoughts after using it. I'll also compare the new EasySpool head to ECHO's popular Speed Feed design, discuss what I like, what grinds my gears about it, and who this trimmer is best suited for.
If you're shopping for a new string trimmer, this review should help you decide if the STIHL FS 56 RC-E is the right choice.
Thanks for watching! If you enjoyed the video, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and leave a comment letting me know what trimmer you'd like to see reviewed next!
👉Echo Red Armor 50:1 Oil Mix amzn.to/3PLWRkn
👉 GET MY VIDEO RUSTPROOFING COURSE HERE: garagegearjb.etsy.com/listing/1578902799
👉GARAGE GEAR STICKER PACK HERE: garagegearjb.etsy.com/listing/4360371311
👉BUY FROM LOWE'S HERE: shoplowes.me/466SCeF
👉BUY BRUNT HERE: gopjn.com/t/2-529834-376103-289744
CONTACT INFO:
EMAIL: garagegearjb@gmail.com
INSTAGRAM: garagegearjb
TIKTOK: garagegearjb
FACEBOOK: Garage Gear
SUPPORT THE CHANNEL or help me take the GARAGE GAL out to dinner!
paypal.me/garagegear?country.x=US&locale.x=en_US
Thank you for supporting the channel!
GARAGE GEAR AMAZON STORE
amazon.com/shop/garagegear
SNOWBLOWER SCHOOL - RUSTPROOFING COURSE OPTIONS:
1.Amazon Storefront:
See pinned list labeled – SNOWBLOWER SCHOOL RUSTPROOFING
amazon.com/shop/garagegear?linkCode=spc&tag=garagegearjb-20
2.Etsy:
etsy.com/listing/1578902799/rustproofing-your-snowblower-course
3.Email garagegearjb@gmail.com to purchase a PDF file of the Rustproofing Your Snowblower Course. An invoice will be sent to you via email. When you receive the invoice, you will be required to PayPal $9.99 to garagegearjb@gmail.com. Please include your email and name in the comments section. You will receive the PDF in your email within 24 hours after payment is received.
Thank you supporting Garage Gear!
PRODUCT LINKS:
Echo Red Armor 50:1 Oil Mix amzn.to/3PLWRkn
Echo Cross Fire String Trimmer Line amzn.to/4oXeUad
Stihl PRO Trimmer Line .095 amzn.to/44JTQds
Stihl Standard Trimmer Line .095 amzn.to/3UM0ICp
Stihl Synthetic 50:1 HP Ultra 2 Cycle Oil Mix amzn.to/3WLlHYx
Stihl FS 56 RC-E Air Filter amzn.to/4vGurOw
Stihl FS 56 RC-E HIPA Carburetor amzn.to/4aqlgsT
Lift Table amzn.to/47eHA7M
Deck Scraping Tool amzn.to/3TNrBVV
Form-A-Funnel amzn.to/48o0Aj7
Weather Tech Snowblower Mat (FOR LAWN MOWERS TOO) amzn.to/3LfQbsQ
Pivoting Workbench Dock Light amzn.to/3wCa1ur
Gladiator Workbench amzn.to/3osnsbb
WATCH THESE NEXT:
BEFORE YOU BUY A STIHL FS 70R STRING TRIMMER, WATCH THIS! (It Just RIPS!) youtu.be/CmqyRcIestg
ECHO SRM 225 vs STIHL FS 70R (Which String Trimmer Is Better?) youtu.be/vJaN2CEWMGM
How To Replace A Toro Super Recycler Drive Belt (Step-by-Step) youtu.be/0zqAy_G2VS8
Toro Recycler vs Recycler Max: Is The CHEAPER Mower Actually Better? youtu.be/A1kyFMmihZc
How To Repair A Damaged Lawn And Grow Grass Fast Before Summer youtu.be/GTe8DI7tgec
Before You Buy A Toro Recycler Max, Watch This (Honest Review) youtu.be/RhiW7nLOjr0
JB and Garage Gear do not own the rights to the additional photos and clips used in this video.
Disclaimer:
Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, I cannot guarantee against improper use or unauthorized modifications of this information. Garage Gear assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Use this information at your own risk. Garage Gear recommends safe practices when working on machines and or with tools seen or implied in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Garage Gear, no information contained in this video shall create any expressed or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage, or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or from the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Garage Gear.
JB from Garage Gear is a member of the Amazon Affiliate Program and may receive a commissions on select purchases. These commissions do not influence the prices you pay on Amazon. Thank You for supporting Garage Gear!
#stihl #stringtrimmer #lawncare
