Trunk size and how many cords/year?
I keep a little 42cc/18" bar C'man also. It does limbing duty and acts as a loaner saw.
Matt
I keep a little 42cc/18" bar C'man also. It does limbing duty and acts as a loaner saw.
Matt
Wasn't the 391 recalled ?I'm not sure what is wrong with this, looks like a small crack but it might be worth checking out.
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Currently I'm looking at a Redmax G5300 which is basically the same thing as the Husky 353 but I still have no idea which one I want to pull the trigger on. However a 346xp might be the perfect saw for my needs... still looking though. I just don't want to buy a saw made in China.
That's an important question, "How much?"
My wife will say - I'm cheap, I say- I'm Frugal.
If a $1000 will buy a great new saw, maybe I can get the same saw for $600 used. The thing is, this isn't for felling trees where one needs 80cc's to blaze through a trunk, it's just needed for bucking and such so I'd like to find a high power to weight ratio, lightweight unit that can easily work a 16-18" bar. In other words a small saw.
I'd look real hard at a Stihl 026/260/261. Lightweight, good power, and can run a 20" on occasion. 346XP would be a good choice too.
If you don't mind spending a few bucks and plan to keep the saw for a long time, I'd stay away from any Husq saw that doesn't have an "XP" on the side.
Wasn't the 391 recalled ?
Yup. No issues with the ones on shelves now but the dealer should be able to run the serial if there is any doubt. Stihl is very thorough with their safety recalls.Wasn't the 391 recalled ?
how do I pick which chainsaw to buy?
I have a small cheezy 16" 32cc. "Craftsman" branded (McCulloch/ Poulan) chainsaw, but I need a "real" saw that is just a bit more powerful as I am always "massaging" the thing to cut.
I am looking for a "all around, use all the time" type of chainsaw.
I live in Stihl country but I'm not sure they're better than Husky's, I just want a real good professional mid-size saw that can be used most of the day for bucking and limbing.
Anything come to mind? thanks.
My wife will say - I'm cheap, I say- I'm Frugal.
I like your style, however I think everyone should have a back up saw, I mean I think we've all "been there, done that" such as myself being stuck a few times in orchards and woods where I bucked incorrectly and got my chainsaw stuck and the only one for miles that heard my wimpering was my dog.Unless you're willing to open your wallet my advice is keep massaging and learn to file chains.
Thanks guys for all the replies but I have a question, what's the deal with the numbering system for Stihl. I mean is there something to it so a guy can figure out what's the displacement by the model number ?
I like your style, however I think everyone should have a back up saw, I mean I think we've all "been there, done that" such as myself being stuck a few times in orchards and woods where I bucked incorrectly and got my chainsaw stuck and the only one for miles that heard my wimpering was my dog.
My neighbor will let me use his big saws anytime. The largest being a 36"Trunk size and how many cords/year?
Matt
Well, I've read your posts here , so I'm going to make a recommendation . Go with a Stihl Farm Boss , or a Husqvarna Rancher in the 60cc range if You just want a reliable firewood saw that won't break the bank to buy , or own .My neighbor will let me use his big saws anytime. The largest being a 36"
Since I just installed a QuadraFire 5100 last Dec, I'm still figuring out the Firewood useage but I'd say about 3-4 cords per year depending on the wood and the season.
There is a Nice 360 Pro with case for $350 in my locale on CL ........ Tryin hard to resist?
(If I sell my 036, then I could...)
There are some nice saws on the used market. Just gotta strike while the irons hot
What ever you do dont waste your money on a ms390 . Maybe mine was a fluke ,but it was just a plane pig. Power to weight ratio is bad. Could'nt pull a 24 inch bar if it tried boogged down alot. 18-20 was ok. My buddy's 290 and 260 ran right with it. The ms260 is a great bucking and limbing saw that wont break you. Like some have said the ms260 026 used is a good way to go. not heavy and good power.
I like a small to mid-sized fast saw 346xp or 260 is what i'd be looking at. Good luck with your purchase.
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