EYJONAS!
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Jesus...... I feel like less of a man after reading this thread. I'm going to buy a saw today......
Let’s talk chainsaws!
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BackofBeyond
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Another vote for the Husky 455 here.
Only knock on it that I've had after 2 years of ownership, the bar oil leaks out when not in use. Pretty wide spread problem according to the internets. Not a huge issue, just learn to not fill the tank to take a couple limbs out.
Only knock on it that I've had after 2 years of ownership, the bar oil leaks out when not in use. Pretty wide spread problem according to the internets. Not a huge issue, just learn to not fill the tank to take a couple limbs out.
Misguided
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I have a 261 and a 362. They weigh and handle much the same. Putting a shorter bar on your 361 would make it less cumbersome.
I asked my saw guy and he said just get a 260. The lightness of the 170 makes it great for limbing and small trees the way it is.
deer_shooter
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I believe it is possible but I've never done it. For small jobs the little 14" chain has worked well. I actually cleared a spot in AK about 150' x150' of pretty dense trees (all pine), with some of them 10-12" across the stump and I never felt undergunned so to speak.
Addicting
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Addicting
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We had some scrap to take back and we cleared 175 bucks! So deducted that from the cost on the bank card and the 261 came in under budget. By the time the old one sells at auction this one will probably be a final out of pocket around $250. I can live with that.
huntandfly
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I think you will be really happy with how that saw performs for its size. Enjoy!
Addicting
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It definitely sounds healthy, it’s finally raining here so I won’t get to test it till next week when the sun comes back.
I am basically going to drop 2lbs but still have slightly less performance but not enough that I think I will notice it. God willing I’m not going to be cutting big old knotty oak anymore. I will probably never miss that extra 10cc.
Thanks for everyone’s feedback.
Wrong Burgundy
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For a total chainsaw noob who wants a reliable workhorse saw to buck up some firewood or clear a fallen tree instead of using a WY saw (not fun) what would you recommend? I am no lumberjack, but do enjoy sharp objects moving quickly that cut things.
Addicting
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I did a lot of looking at the different models. If I hadn’t already had ran that 360 for the last 20 years and been spoiled I wouldn’t of bought the one I did. It is completely overkill for what I will use it for. I looked at all the models available today at the store and the MS180 is a nice saw at a good price point. It has the tensioner in the right spot so you don’t fight it. I wouldn’t hesitate buying that for a household saw. Your not going to do firewood with it but basic household stuff it will shine.
If fire wood is your thing I would realistically look at the 300-500 dollar range and get a good farm series saw.
I also looked at the echo and really liked them. You can’t beat the warranty. If your military or Leo Home depo does 10% off. You can get a equivalent Echo there for a few bucks less. Besides that I would avoid big box stores at all cost. Poulan wears many different covers but it’s still the same crappy saw underneath. Most of the ones you will find there be made at that low quality level.
Same for me. 170 for the lighter work, Huskie 55 for the big stuff.
I know this is a little late, but I really thought the weight difference between the two was noticeable. I think we ran 16” bar on the 261 and an 18” or 20” on the 361/362’s. I really liked using the lighter 261 on the smaller stuff. Liked the extra snort on the 361/362’s for most everything else. I also felt like the bigger saws were smoother to run all day. YMMV
I've had Stihls for 40 years. I bought an MS291 with a 20" bar three years ago. I've had a few problems; chain brake seized, narrow kerf bar/chain jumps off cutting brush and limbs. I'm in SE AK and regularly drop trees 30" dbh, and have used it hard. I don't think the build quality is what it used to be. If I were to do it over I'd try a Husky. FWIW, the only two saws the loggers use around here are Stihl and Husky.
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A thousand years from now when we are all turned to dust, earth's inhabitants will be finding buried poulans just like our forefathers found Indian arrowheads. Oh the disappointment garbage dumps will create.
AlaskaHunter
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Not all Stihls are made in USA.
They are made in Virginia Beach, Virginia and Qingdao, China
In 2013, they nearly doubled production in their China facility:
https://www.stihl.com/pi-stihl-production-floor-area-in-qingdao-china-almost-doubled.aspx
The MS201 and larger chainsaws from the MS441 and up were made in Germany.
They are made in Virginia Beach, Virginia and Qingdao, China
In 2013, they nearly doubled production in their China facility:
https://www.stihl.com/pi-stihl-production-floor-area-in-qingdao-china-almost-doubled.aspx
The MS201 and larger chainsaws from the MS441 and up were made in Germany.
AlaskaHunter
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My favorite chain sharpener jig is the Granberg file jig.
