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Brinly DT-40BH Tow Behind Dethatcher, 40", Black

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Color: Black


Features

  • Maximum Thatch Removal: 40" working width and 2 rows of 10 independently flexing spring steel tines comb through a lawn, lifting thatch up and out of the lawn where it can be mowed or mulched to promote a healthier root system.
  • Multiple Settings for Different Tasks: Brinly's Dethatcher can be set to work as a straight dethatcher (tines comb the grass, flicking up thatch) or in a more aggressive mode where the tines scrape and scarify the soil as they pull up thatch - useful for re-seeding projects. Place the Dethatcher in transport mode for crossing drives and walkways.
  • Long-Lasting Construction: All steel design with heavy-duty tray holds up to 70 lbs. of additional weight (for aggressive operations). Tines are made of durable spring steel; in the unlikely event of a breakage, a safety rod is included to catch the tine and prevent contact with mower blades. No-flat diamond rubber-tread transport wheels for durability.
  • Easy-to-Engage Transport Wheels: The engagement lever, conveniently accessible from the driver's seat, lowers the 6" never-flat transport wheels when crossing sidewalks, driveways, and paths.
  • Spring Steel Tines: 20 long-lasting, triple-coil strength 3/16 diameter spring steel tines stay flexible and guarantee performance. Tines come pre-assembled to the tray.
  • Universal Hook-Up: A single, heavy-duty universal hitch pin is included to easily attach the Dethatcher to any rider or tractor and most any ZTR or ATV. Features drawbar with adjustable mounting positions to adapt to all tractor hookup heights.
  • Simple Assembly: Tines come pre-assembled on the tray from the factory to decrease assembly time. Includes easy pictorial assembly manual with fastener skin pack; each part is matched to each assembly step. Assembly video also available on Brinly's YouTube channel.
  • Made in the USA: Trusted Since 1839, Brinly-Hardy Company has been dedicated to providing quality, durable, and innovative Lawn & Garden Products built in the USA

Description

Thatch is a layer of built-up organic material (Grass clippings & Dead roots) Between the top growth of grass & the root system. Too much thatch can create a barrier that keeps moisture & air from reaching the roots, stunting your lawn's health. A tine Dethatcher uproots dead grass & large clippings, as well as dislodges compact dirt for better planting. Designed for small to medium- size yards, the Brinly DT-40BH dethatcher comes equipped with multiple operating modes (Dethatch, Scarify, & Transport), dual rows of flexible tines, and a heavy-duty weight tray for use in more aggressive operations. Indiana- based Brinly-Hardy company has been manufacturing quality lawn & garden attachments since 1839. Taking the work out of DIY yard maintenance only gets more effortless with each Brinly product in our broad line of durable attachments. The best yards require the best tools-- get a yard like the pros with Brinly!

Product Dimensions: 40 x 40 x 33 inches


Item Weight: 7.33 pounds


Manufacturer: Brinly Hardy


Item model number: DT-40BH


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Frequently asked questions

The Brinly 40 Dethatcher is quite easy to assemble. Most users report that it takes less than an hour with simple tools and the included instructions are straightforward. However, if you're not mechanically inclined, you might want some help.

Yes, the Brinly 40 Dethatcher is designed to be towed behind any lawn tractor. It has a universal hitch that should connect to most models on the market.

A dethatcher, like the Brinly 40, removes the layer of dead grass and debris (also known as thatch) that builds up on your lawn over time. This helps water, nutrients, and air reach the soil and roots more effectively. How often you should dethatch depends on the type of grass and climate but most lawns benefit from dethatching once a year, usually in early fall or spring.

The Brinly 40 Dethatcher is made with very durable materials and should not require much maintenance. Generally, ensure the tines are in good condition and free of any debris after each use, and store it in a dry place. Periodic inspection and greasing of wheels and any moving parts are also recommended.

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The Brinly DT-402BH-A is generally well-received by users, praised for its performance and effectiveness in dethatching. Most reviewers commended its easy operation and good results. However, the assembly process seemed to be a point of contention, with users citing unclear instructions and difficult assembly.

Pros

  • 🌿 High performance: The device is effective in dethatching, cord clearance, and dirt churning.
  • 👌 Easy to operate: Reviewers cite that setting adjustments and operation are straightforward and simple.
  • 🕗 Saves time: Some reviewers mentioned that the device saved them hours of work compared to manual de-thatching.
  • 🔧 Robust: The machine's durability came up in positive comments, it's seen as sufficient for the task.

Cons

  • 🔎 Unclear assembly instructions: Numerous users found the instruction manual inadequate and unclear.
  • 🔩 Difficult assembly: The process of assembly can be time-consuming and frustrating for some users.
  • ⚠️ Need for additional weights: Some users feel the need to add weights like cement blocks for best results.
  • 💡 Ambiguity regarding debris management: It was mentioned that stuck debris might need manual clearance.

Should I Buy It?

Yes, if you have a sizeable lawn and need a durable, effective dethatching tool, the Brinly DT-402BH-A is a sound investment. Though the assembly might be challenging, the performance and time-saving benefits make it worthwhile.

    • Works great!
Color: Matte Black
This dethatcher worked out really good for me. It came a day early, which was a nice surprise. However, it was not easy to put together. I would have sent it back if my son hadn't helped me. The location of the screws, washers and nuts were difficult to get to with the ratchet and wrench, and the nuts didn't seem to be threaded properly or something. Kinda weird. Once it was put together, it worked great. This has 3 settings for the tines. One is in the up position for traveling along with it not actually engaging with ground, 2 brings up grass and thatch, 3 brings up grass and thatch and also rakes into the dirt if you add weight to the top. It didn't go as deep as a verticutter, but it was a lot easier to pull it behind the mower than wrestling with a verticutter. To use this, I waited till the day after it rained so the ground would be soft. I mowed my grass pretty low using the catcher...about 2 inches. I hooked up the dethatcher to my riding mower and drove slowly. I started out with it in the 2 position. It raked up thatch, but I soon switched to the 3 position after adding a row of bricks bungeed to the top. It brought up a bunch of thatch and raked the ground, which is what I was after. I did have to stop and unclog the tines a few times...sticks and leaves were getting caught. I then mowed again with the catcher to pick up all of the thatch. It was a big job, but I fertilized after the dethatching process and two weeks later my grass looked awesome. I plan to run it over my back yard again and put down another round of winterizer. Not sure if it matters, but I have fescue being taken over by zoysia grass in my front yard. My back yard is a mess of fescue, wild violets and wild euonymus looking vines. The dethatcher raked through the zoysia grass and fescue perfectly, but it didn't do much to the violets or the ivy. All in all, using this is much more convenient than renting a verticutter and about the price of a one-day rental. I look forward to using it in the spring and the fall for years to come. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 3, 2023 by Cheryl
    • Wondeful purchase and it works as advertised!!!!!
Color: Black
Review Image by JJ JJ
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My package arrived quickly and I couldn't be happier with my purchase. Everything was intact and neatly packaged inside of the box. Inside of the box you will find the installation manual, the unit itself (tines already attached) and the loose parts in the bottom will be the handle and tow arms. The instruction manual includes written and picture diagrams to help you and it was pretty straightforward and took me approximately an hour to fully attach, adjust and tighten everything. The nuts, bolts and other parts are neatly organized on a cardboard sheet with plastic covering that's easily accessed at the time you need each part. They're organized on the cardboard broken down by sections and the instruction manual will tell you which parts are needed from each section as you move along. I quickly attached it to my zero turn mower and placed two cinderblocks on top for extra weight and away I went. It pulled up a lot of dead grass, weeds and other debris hidden under my lawn. Our lawn has never been dethatched so after dethatching I used my push mower that has a bagger on it and I removed all thatch from my lawn. This evening I'm going to go back over it again to make sure I've removed all possible thatch before reseeding my lawn this weekend. The unit itself is well built and feels solid and durable. I would recommend keeping it stored inside of a shed or some type of shelter because of course if it does rust it will only weaken it's strength. I feel confident that I will be using this for years to come because firstly it did a nice job and secondly because I try my best to take care of my lawn equipment and if I take the same care with this, it should last me for years. I'm very please with my purchase and never believed it would pull up as much thatch as it did, very surprised! Fast and dependable service from Amazon as always! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2016 by JJ JJ
    • Works great. Bring beer for assembly
Color: Black
Once assembled this this is awesome. You throw a couple cinder blocks on the back with a bungie (not provided) and off you go. I did use it without the cinder blocks and it worked fine but im basically renovating my lawn so I used the bricks for extra weight. Assembly: My (and it appears many others) biggest gripe. The platform is a stamped part. That's fine. What's not fine is they decided to punch both flanges for the arms in one direction, and hope you catch the fact that one arm goes on the inside of one of the flanges and the other arm goes on the outside. STUDY THE DIRECTIONS CAREFULLY. I assumed it would be symmetrical and ended up taking the thing apart to do it correctly. Why they couldn't just have the other flange punched the opposite direction I have no idea. Anyways the arms are the biggest pain. If you've got hands (not big hands, just hands) getting the arm bolts and nuts to line up without dropping the nut 100 times and throwing the whole thing through a window is just about impossible. I suggest having a beer while assembling. Once you get past the arms it's not bad. Using the thing redeems the assembly process. The height adjustment: Transport-all the way up. Dethatch- dethatches moderate lawns. Scarify-basically drops the tines even deeper to really pull up alot of thatch, or in my case moss, or roughen up the dirt for overseeding. You can easily adjust the height from your mower without getting off which is a big plus. Pulled up all my thatch no problem and removed a ton of the moss that my yard is full of. Pro tip: if you have a lawn sweeper use that after you pull up the thatch. I originally raked it into piles for part of the yard, the other part I used the sweeper and I bet it saved 2 hours of work on my .75 acre lawn. Overall it's a joy to use and it's pretty light and easy to hang on a wall for storage with the bricks off of it. 5 stars if the assembly wasn't a process that should be banned by the geneva convention. TL;DR- Great to use, assembly sucks ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 21, 2021 by Dxh24
    • Does a good job where there's no St. Augustine grass.
Color: Flat Black
Ideal for raking up a seed bed or just clearing out old thatch but can't be used where there's St. Augustine or any long runners.
Reviewed in the United States on March 8, 2024 by Kenda G.

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