Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Oct 17, 2010 Messages 1,490 Reaction score 358 Location ... saw by having different transfer covers Also there are many 365 Specials around that are 65cc closed port and very fine chainsaws differing from the original 372XP in only having 65cc instead of 70.5cc and having the standard air filter instead of …Eureka, MT. #4. Howdy, The differences in Guide bars are pretty academic. Windsor is a milled groove (means rougher inside finish, but square inside surfaces). Both Oregon and Stihl are automatically ground grooves. (Means smoother finish but a slight taper to the groove width). Cannon is a ground groove, and heattreated by an outside outfit ...I have 2 saws. A husky 350 and a 372. The 372 mainly to get anything that the 350 can't because it's much easier on gas and easier to handle. Although it would be nicer to have a power head that could fit a 36 inch bar and have more power, but I get by with what I have.There are far better and cheaper options from any of these oils you mention . If you are sited in EU ,I may suggest the Power One Racing. from Castrol at 25-30 ml per liter of gasoline.It is maybe the cleanest burning 2T oil available in EU .And quite cheap actually ,at 10-15 € per liter.Full synthetic , JASO-FD .Nov 17, 2013. #6. Handle angle is one difference. I happen to think they have a better looking saw with the color and plastic differences. In the 2166-365/2172-372xp class the Jonsereds have a lower profile air filter housing. I happen to like that more than the higher profile Husqvarna air filer housing.I drew angles across the top at 35, 30, 25, 20, 15, and 10 degrees. This allows me to sharpen cross cut or ripping chain, and I've got a few cross cut chains that I'm bringing back to 10 degrees 5 degrees at a time. Place the guide in a bench vise, and leave the vise loose enough to let the chain slide through the slot.Minnesota. Dec 4, 2023. #2. It's possible to put different length bars, and different pitch chains on saws. The drive sprocket, guide bar, and chain work together as a system, and must be compatible. Change one, and you may have to change the others. I would not put a 3/8 pitch chain on an MS250.As a society, we tend to look at breakups and divorce as a failure. But a relationship ending doesn’t mean it wasn’t successful in some way. Sometimes a fling is ideal for both par...Homeowner Helper Forum. Post thread. Homeowners, this is your chance to ask the pros advice and questions. PLEASE DON'T email arboristsite questions. We only answer questions on the bulletin board. You must join (free) to post.johnhensley said: I was planning to pick up a new T540XP Mark iii to go along with my 550XP. But after searching on the forum most of the threads were related to issues with the previous variants. This will not be a commercially used saw, if purchased. Would just be used around the house to help us clear and trim trees on a small 3 acre property.Feb 5, 2020 · Feb 22, 2020. #9. I’ve got a pair of the notch armor flex chainsaw pants and absolutely love them. Drawback is they are hot. I live in the Midwest and can really only wear them from about October to March comfortably. I attempted a day of felling and slashing in 85+ in them and wanted to strip down. Feb 22, 2020. #9. I've got a pair of the notch armor flex chainsaw pants and absolutely love them. Drawback is they are hot. I live in the Midwest and can really only wear them from about October to March comfortably. I attempted a day of felling and slashing in 85+ in them and wanted to strip down.Chainsaw . Makita EA6100. Thread starter calamari; Start date Dec 20, 2017; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Nov 7, 2014 Messages 1,136 Reaction score 1,524 Location Croatia , (Eastern) Europe ...Location. Oregon. Mar 5, 2006. #1. Hi all. I have learned alot from reading for countless hours many knowledgeable posts from your site. I just purchased a Jonsered 520sp chainsaw and will be receiving it next week. The pictures and the description of the saw are that it is in "like new" condition. That it starts great, idles and runs perfectly.780. Location. Narrows, Va 24124. May 16, 2011. #3. Get a sheet of 1/64" fiber/rubber gasket material from a local auto parts store, comes in a 10"x26" roll for around $5. EDIT: I have seen Grandpa make valve cover and oil pan gaskets out of a corn flakes box. Last edited: May 16, 2011.CT. Feb 28, 2020. #1. My STIHL MS290 was down, so in a bind, I purchased at LOWES, a Craftsman 42cc, 18 inch chainsaw. It has the Model number CMXGSAMY421S on it followed by (41AY421S793) in a few places. It was a complete Bxxxh to get it started, but I finally got it going & I was doing the work with it, but found the bar very wimpy & too ...The difference in gauge is .008" obviously enough. Running a .050" chain in a .058" bar groove, given that normal tolerances and wear will result in even more clearance, clearly can let the chain dance laterally. Note that the top plate angles on the cutters will generate sideways force.Humptulips WA. Aug 9, 2008. #9. slowp said: For small limbs on conifers, a sharp axe works well. I'm serious. If it is a new to limbing person, they'll get an idea of how limbs under tension work and how to stumble around in the brush. A sharp axe will take off a toe as fast as a power saw. Busheler gives good advice.Bailey's - 16" WoodlandPro Chainsaw Chain Loop The top bar and chain combo plus this for extra chains would be a good match.. maybe or play it safe and get the 20NK66 woodland pro Bailey's - 16" WoodlandPro Chainsaw Chain Loop or just stick with the H30. some say they wouldn't budge from a narrow kerf, it cuts too easy.ShoerFast said: Just $0.02 cents worth, as it's a good question, I really am guessing. It seems that you can make a lot of noodles ripping, before you need to sharpen compared to chips cross-cutting. If I had to say, I bet a plain round-filed chisel chain will make more pounds of noodles then it would pounds of chips.Personally I wouldn't even compare the two. The 260 is more nimble, ergonomic, optimum b/c setup smaller, faster chain speed, mag case, pricey for homeowner general use. The 310 probably more at home blocking medium wood, could wear longer b/c, better buy for general use, plastic case, consumer grade saw.You might well have a sleep app that tracks your sleep. I use Sleep Cycle, and have found it has started to even tell me when I cough during the night. It turns out you can run mac...Mar 17, 2014 · Mar 19, 2014. #19. I turn the screwdriver flat with the crank, force it in behind the rubber seal, twist the screwdriver 90°, and then push the handle down. Sometimes you have to move to the other side of the crank and repeat. I can have a seal out in 10 seconds- 20 if I have to pop it in two places. Jul 26, 2023. #8. RedneckChainsawRepair said: Yep new one plastic cased and heavier. Want better built better mag cased saw better buy those 4910 or the 501 that is still being made. I checked the other day and found a online seller with 99 4910 in stock at retail asking prices. Old pic Mitch took when weighed them when came out.Yep, Jonsered is gone. There will still be Redmax 9000's out there and they are just a rebadged 2188, which in turn is just (basically) a red and black Husqvarna 390. Not sure if they are still being produced as such, but there will be some out there in the big wide World. The Husqvarna 390 run means there are a good amount of parts getting ...Aug 17, 2013 · Some available sealers for the cylinder to crankcase . . . Specialty Gasket Makers : Permatex® MotoSeal® 1 Ultimate Gasket Maker Grey. Gasket Makers : Permatex® Ultra Grey® Rigid High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker. Anaerobic Gasket Makers & Flange Sealants : Permatex® Anaerobic Gasket Maker. Chainsaw Parts & Tools. Members must have 30 prior posts and 45 days membership before they can post items in the Trading post forums. Or one can become a Supporting Members and may post immediately. Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ...780. Location. Narrows, Va 24124. May 16, 2011. #3. Get a sheet of 1/64" fiber/rubber gasket material from a local auto parts store, comes in a 10"x26" roll for around $5. EDIT: I have seen Grandpa make valve cover and oil pan gaskets out of a corn flakes box. Last edited: May 16, 2011.Sep 10, 2017. #1. Hi folks - looking for advice on the 'best' hand saw I can find. Saw will be used for cutting camp fire firewood in wilderness area (BWCAW) - tons n tons of downed trees. Ability to quickly cut 10" - 12" boles in a relatively light weight saw is ideal. I'd like to be able to touch the blade up with a small file or stone as well.Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined May 31, 2021 Messages 1,032 Reaction score 5,591 Location Interior Alaska. Dec 23, 2022 #11 Actually, according to CHAINSAW SHACK BRODY, we are all wrong and black widow files are the superior files in every way, shape and form. Reply. Reactions: jolj. B. buzz sawyer Addicted to ArboristSite AS …First the background on the two saws: The Husqvarna was brand new with no tanks through it. 20" factory bar with narrow kerf chain. Fuel used was Husqvarna ethanol free XP+ 50:1 mix. The Stihl had about 7 tanks of fuel through it. 18" factory bar with new Stihl .325/.063 standard chain. Fuel used was Stihl ethanol free 50:1 mix.Does anyone make a tool kit to block off the intake and exhaust sides of a chainsaw to do pressure tests on? I am interested in finding this as a kit and not trying to piece it all together. I understand the rubber flap trick and have used it successfully in the past. Some saws don't have an impulse line to tie into to pressurize.Bozeman MT. Sep 28, 2012. #7. If you are cutting 15" trees, you would be well served to move to a larger primary saw. A pro saw would be best, but a homeowner saw from Stihl or Husky in the 50cc range would probably be fine. Then keep the 445 as a backup, and the craftsman as a loner.Jul 12, 2004 · Dec 1, 2008. #12. timberwolf said: Hold on there. Thickness and end gap are two different things. You can not use a ring that is not exactly the right thickness. Up and down play is unacceptable, cant recall exact spec, but up and down you don't want more than like .001. Rings don't wear significantly in thickness. Feb 10, 2010. #3. 1. Do search for opinions as to which one is better. 2. The MS 361 was discontinued and made MS 362 because of increasingly stringent EPA regulations. The 361 was a conventional two stroke motor whereas the MS 362 is a "strato" saw (like the 441) which has significantly better emissions.as for speed, the 460 may well be a little quicker. it really depends on the size of the wood. the 394 will start to shine with longer bars. i would start to think about re-ringing when compression gets below 135psi, though your saw will run fine with less compression. 67L36Driver. Jan 24, 2011.Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Jun 4, 2008 Messages 5,533 Reaction score 938 Location Nations Capital....seriously. Nov 17, 2010 #67 ... Happiness is a new, well-chosen, quality chain saw. and the rapidity with which it can effortlessly reduce a pile of logs to sticks. In a half hour I did what it would have taken 2 hours and 3 tanks with the ...Chainsaw . poulan 4620. Thread starter thumper440; Start date Dec 8, 2010; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Guru. Joined Jan 22, 2006 Messages 513 Reaction score 55 Location Rockford, Il. Oct 31, 2011 #125,735. Location. Southern Indiana. Sep 19, 2023. #8. My favorite saws have changed over the years and I have grown older and less fit. Right now the saw I grab the most is my Echo 330T. If I get much older I guess I'll buy one of those one hand battery powered 4 inch saws. I still keep my 359 Husky however..A light 28 on a 660 won't balance very well. Personally, I think a 28 sprocket nose bar on a 660 will cut better with full comp chain. East coast wood cuts a lot better (and faster) with full comp in my experience. It also tends to kick a little less and bite better in harder east coast wood. I agree with you, a 36 can be unwieldy, and a 32 is ...Two Stihl MS362C-Ms, two different spark plug sizes. NGK VS Bosch and Plug Gap questions. Husqvarna 136 vs. 137 and 141 vs. 142. - I have the answer! Bosch WSR 6F vs NGK BPMR7A are the two options for MS210, MS250, and I'm sure many other models. Are they both equally good or is one better than the...Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Jan 16, 2016 Messages 1,192 Reaction score 1,114 Location De. Feb 6, 2018 #3 ... Generally, shorter length cutters have only been used by chainsaw carvers (finer detail), and by some racers (less mass). As a practical matter, most people (or saws) will not notice a difference. ...Electric chainsaws have more than enough power to handle almost any job a typical homeowner needs to do, according to The Saw Guy. These corded chainsaws have the power you need to...MIX OIL SPECIFICATION: Homelite chain saw mix oil. CHAIN PITCH: 3/8 in. CHAIN TYPE: Oregon 72. BAR MOUNT PATTERN: 14 link. SHORTEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED: 16 in. (40 cm) LONGEST GUIDE BAR SUPPLIED: 24 in. (61 cm) COLOUR SCHEME: Homelite Red enamel. PAINT CODES: ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST:The cs-490 is a discontinued product now - I could only find it new and available with a 16” bar for $379 at acme. ( I leave the used saw market for those who can diagnose problems quickly). That is the same price as cs-4910 with 16” bar. The price of the cs-501p is currently $500-520.Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Jun 4, 2008 Messages 5,533 Reaction score 938 Location Nations Capital....seriously. Nov 17, 2010 #67 ... Happiness is a new, well-chosen, quality chain saw. and the rapidity with which it can effortlessly reduce a pile of logs to sticks. In a half hour I did what it would have taken 2 hours and 3 tanks with the ...North eastern Ct USA. Aug 22, 2021. #5. If you look at minute 3:38 the Oregon chain is 72lpx not the model that is more recent and readily available 72exl. His Upstart chain is more banged up out of the box than the loops I got in a 6 pack tightly packaged for shipping. Generally Stihl chain is the best which I think holds true here.The chainsaw chain help forum where you'll find help like: Which chain to use for whatever; or How to sharpen a chainsaw chain, etc. Threads 32 Messages 220. Threads 32 Messages 220. S. Need help finding a chain. Jan 15, 2024; Steve1; Chainsaw Mill. Help with saw mills using chainsaws. Threads 5 Messages 32. Threads 5 Messages 32. M.Illinois. Apr 5, 2021. #1. In to 2020 I decided I needed a chainsaw to manage the back 1/3 acre of "forest" on my lot. Picked up a barely used Craftsman cheap ($30), rebuilt the carb with new seals and diaphragms and also the replaced fuel line. Got it running acceptably, and have done a few hours of tree management, and have a few more hours ...File Sources. Here is the deal on the different file factories: All quality chainsaw files are made in Europe today. The three major factories are Pferd (Germany), Vallorbe (Swiss) and Sandvik/Bahco (Portugal). The Sandvik/Bahco files used to be made in Sweden under specific factory names like Viiala and Oberg, but the machinery was moved to ...Jun 25, 2010. #11. 266 xp and se A couple of comments. Thanks to Cantdog for all the infor on the cylinder swaps on to a 266, especially the information on the 272 cylinder. There are 2 cylinders for 268 and so perhaps for 266 too, and tha t is the difference for XP and SE possibly. Open port and closed port.Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined May 14, 2005 Messages 2,028 Reaction score 600 ... Bailey's - Chainsaw Gasket Set for Husqvarna 394/395 Chain Saw this damn saw is nothin but trouble. i have done everything to it except the main case gasket and buy a husqy case splitter and a few extra bearings just in case they are bad and need to be replaced.That saw was last produced around 2008 and represents the last actual pro model saw that Poulan ever produced. It is 54cc and far superior to anything else built in that class such as MS290 and 455 Rancher. It has split cases, adjustable oiler, and very solid construction. Do a muffler mod and that is all it needs to be a really good firewood saw.When you’re searching for a new chainsaw or seeking the right power tools for a project, finding a Ryobi dealer near you is likely on the agenda. Check out this guide to find local...1956 first chain saw with a carburetor enclosed in filtered air. 1961 first light weight gasoline driven ac-dc welder 1962 first balanced piston engine chain saw 1962 first chain saw to self sharpen chain 1962 first chain saw manufacturer in the world to make over one million saws. 1963 first u.s. chain saw manufacturer to open a plant in europe.Chainsaw. H. Stihl FS-130z Trimmer C1Q-S173 Carburetor Settings. Latest: Huskyvarnya Saws; 33 minutes ago; Hand Held Equipment and Tools. Scrounging Firewood (and ...BLACKROCK LIFEPATH® DYNAMIC 2035 FUND INVESTOR A SHARES- Performance charts including intraday, historical charts and prices and keydata. Indices Commodities Currencies StocksThe 3410 replaces the 310 while the 3510 replaces the 352. Echo's press release for the 3410 says it has 1.7 horsepower. Echo's Non-US websites list the 3510 as having 2.02 horsepower (converting from Kw). Weird that they are both 34.4 cc - maybe its like 590 and 620 power difference but both being the same cc's.Ontario, Canada. Oct 24, 2012. #3. Those are Italian made saws, same company as makes Oleo-Mac and Efco. They are a good solid saw, just not that well known. Most recently you'll find John Deere models are actually rebadged Efco chainsaws. They will cut wood just as good as anything else out there.Chainsaw ..050 vs .063. Thread starter biggenius29; Start date Feb 6, 2009; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Operative. Joined Dec 10, 2008 Messages 215 Reaction score 33 Location Central Coast, CA. Feb 7, 2009 #17Help Support ArboristSite: Chainsaw Stickies. All chainsaw stickies are here. Do NOT start threads here. This is for stickies that are in the chainsaw forum. Once you PURCHASE a sticky with your credits a moderator will move it from Chainsaw to here. Threads 34 Messages 302K. Threads 34 MessagesApr 3, 2010. #18. SawTroll said: The 2163 is the newer version of the 2063. They have a smaller (62.4cc vs. 65) and "hotter" engine than the 2065/2165. Max power specs are the same, as are the basic design of the saws, they all belong to the Husky 371 "family", and were made at the Husky factory.Location. Sacramento. Aug 18, 2012. #1. I thought it would be fun to start a new forum going over the rarest of the rare vintage chainsaws. Please feel free to post pics and reasons the saw is so rare. Lets make this a fun and educational forum :msp_biggrin:Jun 30, 2013. #11. Kick backs suck. If you're drop starting a chainsaw it can cause the bar to nose down into your knee or mess up tendons in your hand or arm. Three years ago I had my pressure washer try to pull me back in to the recoil. It hurt further up my arm and it didn't go away quick, like stuff usually does.Hi guys, I wanted to share a video on chainsaw tuning to my YouTube channel. It was only a couple of years ago that I was pulling my hair out over the... Forums. New posts Search forums Terms and Rules. ... Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Aug 12, 2019 Messages 4,230 Reaction score 5,759 Location Australia.Chains Saws. Bar and chain size can be changed on most chainsaws. Call Customer Service for pricing and additional information.Location. New England. Dec 7, 2009. #3. Best climbing saw on the market is the 200T but stihl just plain rapes you on the price. Some of the climbers I know have recently switched to Redmax and to Solo cuz they cant justify the price of a new Stihl in the down economy. If you have the cash, stihl is the way to go.Chainsaw . Best years and or version of the Husqvarna 372 xp. Thread starter ft. churchill; Start date Apr 11, 2012; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Oct 17, 2010 Messages 1,490 Reaction score 358 Location ...Chainsaw . Piston Ring End Gap. Thread starter litefoot; Start date Dec 1, 2008; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Operative. Joined Oct 6, 2007 Messages 392 Reaction score 47 Location Lafayette, La. Dec 1, 2008 #6 Crofter said:The Sugihara bars have advantages, and disadvantages. They oil quite well and wear slowly. The large-mount bars work especially well on Stihl compared to Husky and others, since the bar slots are cut for Stihl (the others need to use spacers, which adds an insignificant bit of looseness).Jul 15, 2012 · Long story short, I have a 2009 372xpw saw, 28" bar. Got it used with low hours. Around 2016 or 2017... Wasn't used much but sits a lot. (Inside a truck) Leaking bar oil, piston is scored on exhaust side, still have 150 psi compression though. Saw got hot and siezed up when it cooled down... Dec 9, 2010. #2. In my opinion the 4620 Poulan is actually a pretty good saw, we sell them at Wal-Mart for $149. As long as you take care of them they will last you a long time as a homeowner use saw. Plenty of extra power to be found with just a simple muffler mod, the EPA has about killed everything anymore.Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Dec 27, 2008 Messages 1,472 Reaction score 1,130 Location Indiana. ... Oh yes, and there are plenty of them out there Kind of like chainsaw operators . Reply. Reactions: fields_mj. RedneckChainsawRepair Redneck Chainsaw Repair AS Supporting Member. Joined …Flippy caps. One idea is to switch the caps. Take the flippy caps off, Clean the flippy caps, Put them back on,and go cut trees. If gas leaks out 3/10 times then, ask the dealer for "A new flippy cap." If oil still leaks and gas is ok,maybe it's. the threads inside the tank.Trigger-Time said: From Stihl's web-site. "HP Ultra is a fully synthetic 2-cycle engine oil specially suited for high performance chain saws and power tools. This oil has outstanding engine cleaning characteristics, plus “ultra” superior lubricating qualities in comparison to. other 2-cycle engine oils.3,306. Location. Scotland. #3. The 6401 7901 range of saws are good, They are the same saw but with a different piston and cylinder to go from 64cc to 79cc. I have a Makita DCS7900 its the same as the 7901 but with out the de-comp starter. The 7900/7801 is the Dolmar PS7900 in the US. DCS = Dolmar Chain Saw.Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Jul 19, 2019 Messages 4,201 Reaction score 8,409 Location ... WoodlandPRO Arborist Chainsaw Protection Pants (Hi-Vis)? JQ . Reply. R. Ranger-692 ArboristSite Member. Joined Oct 25, 2021 Messages 75 Reaction score 138 Location WYO. Apr 7, 2022 #11Colorado. Sep 27, 2010. #4. setup. The breaker/spinner is part of the investment. 100 foot rolls of chain come with 25 presets. You can figure out how many you can make by doing the math. It is cheaper in the long run to make your own. Bonus is that you can make chain for others at a slight markup.Chainsaw . Homelite XL-101 Parts. Thread starter Former Saw ... ArboristSite Guru. Joined Oct 8, 2005 Messages 903 Reaction score 177. Dec 14, 2005 #3 ray benson said:Yes, that's pretty clear! I hereby nominate coveredinsap the official Arboristsite chainsaw mill advocate. Reply. W. WRW Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Jan 13, 2002 Messages 6,497 Reaction score 6,887 Location Partlow, Virginia. Apr 11, 2006 #5 carvinmark said:9,505. Reaction score. 1,406. Location. Kansas. Feb 18, 2008. #3. It's a piece of metal, usually alum., mounted on the botom of the saw right in front of the clutch. It's purpose is to catch and absorb the inertia of a broken chain, or a chain that has come off the bar, and slow it so it wont hurt you, or the saw.May 1, 2012. #4. To convert an old point model over to a nonpoints model useing stihl parts, you need the coil and the flywheel along with the wiring to make it easy. Or go to napa buy an omega module for under $20. Follow instructions, except for reverse the wires, and you have a nonpoints model.Also I think it works better hooking up to a choker on the log. I have pulled 20' long 24" Douglas Fir logs, 10' long 30" maple and Douglas Fir logs, side hill down hill and on the flat. The newer Lewis winch is lighter weight then the older ones. I paid $600.00 for a new one from my local chainsaw dealer.Sep 10, 2013 · The Forestry Forum » Forum » General Forestry » Chainsaws (Moderator: chet) » Arboristsite Hacked. Tried to log on to AS this morning and got a page that said …May 11, 2007. #1. On the photo pages I posted a few pictures of a 75' Ash that I had cut down last year with a little Echo chainsaw. This saw was new when I first used it on this tree and in my humble opinion the Echo was worth it's weight in gold. Some specs of interest. The model # is CS-440 it has a 45 cc motor and an 18" bar.
The difference in gauge is .008" obviously enough. Running a .050" chain in a .058" bar groove, given that normal tolerances and wear will result in even more clearance, clearly can let the chain dance laterally. Note that the top plate angles on the cutters will generate sideways force.. Letthemwatch myvidster
Nov 15, 2006 · The 620 in the USA has a non limited ignition and a different carb. The second edition 600p cylinder was changed to provide 20% more fuel efficiency. Echo also advertised the HP rating of the cs-590 to be around 4hp. The graph is in the other thread if anyone want like to view it. How meerkats communicate involves three types of communication. Learn how meerkats communicate and what methods they use to signal and warn the gang. Advertisement You want a cooki...Personally I wouldn't even compare the two. The 260 is more nimble, ergonomic, optimum b/c setup smaller, faster chain speed, mag case, pricey for homeowner general use. The 310 probably more at home blocking medium wood, could wear longer b/c, better buy for general use, plastic case, consumer grade saw.Looking for a end all be all chainsaw for myself. I have large? (20-30 inch diameter) trees in my area and in case of a shtf scenario want a chainsaw that can get it done. Willing to pay for the "best" upper tier chainsaw. Needs to be extremely reliable and have excellent power. ThxCT. Feb 28, 2020. #1. My STIHL MS290 was down, so in a bind, I purchased at LOWES, a Craftsman 42cc, 18 inch chainsaw. It has the Model number CMXGSAMY421S on it followed by (41AY421S793) in a few places. It was a complete Bxxxh to get it started, but I finally got it going & I was doing the work with it, but found the bar very wimpy & too ...Milwaukee, Wisconsin, U.S.A. Yesterday at 7:52 AM. #4. ECHO is a great homeowner saw when you want a lot of value for the money. Parts and shop manuals are available online, unlike the other two major brands, so repairs can be made by the homeowner if needed (like a brittle fuel hose due to age and ethanol in the fuel).This is for stickies that are in the chainsaw forum. Once you PURCHASE a sticky with your credits a moderator will move it from Chainsaw to here. Threads. 38. Messages. 317.6K. The Beg for Manuals Thread. Yesterday at 11:59 PM. atpchas.Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Jun 13, 2001 Messages 5,057 Reaction score 4,962 Location Dayton Nevada. Mar 20, 2018 #2 You smoked it. ... I have a Poulan 4218 chainsaw, i had it running good this afternoon then the power started to decrease and it finally stopped. I let it sit for about an hour tried it and it started ...Chainsaw Enthusiast. AS Supporting Member. - Proper sized hex and Torx drivers, sockets, screw drivers. - Compression tester. - Pressure / vacuum tester. - Tachometer. - Piston stop strategy (stop, spoon, rope, impact wrench, etc.). - Clutch removal sockets to fit the saws you are going to work on.Measuring a chainsaw bar length is a simple process that can be accomplished in minutes with just a measuring tape. The chainsaw bar length identifies the size of the cutting area ...Some available sealers for the cylinder to crankcase . . . Specialty Gasket Makers : Permatex® MotoSeal® 1 Ultimate Gasket Maker Grey. Gasket Makers : Permatex® Ultra Grey® Rigid High-Torque RTV Silicone Gasket Maker. Anaerobic Gasket Makers & Flange Sealants : Permatex® Anaerobic Gasket Maker.ArboristSite Lurker. Joined Apr 2, 2014 Messages 46 Reaction score 16. Jun 8, 2014 #10 I have used the HF sharpener for a couple years and regret wasting my time with it. Reply. w8ye Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Apr 16, 2011 ... Sounds like you are not a heavy chainsaw user, so dumping money into a chain sharpening system that you rarely ...Stay away from Ebay though--prices are generally just too high. Depending on what you're looking to spend you might want to see if you can land a husky 350 refurb from a dealer. So "best" 50cc saws (used): 346xp NE, MS 260, Dolmar 5100, Dolmar 510. followed by a lot of other decent saws...ms 270, ms 280, husky 350, jonsy 2150.If you want a true "100 cc" saw, the 2100 husqvarna is the saw, if you ar willing to round to the nearest 3 ccs, a nice 7 series mac will make you smile, but only under certain conditions. Thoes old torquers won't be runnin the show untill you have them in aboout 50'' of wood. My 103cc 795 is a complete joke untill you bury the 42'' bar past ....