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Posted: 1/22/2024 6:06:09 PM EDT
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I have a MS271 and it's a great saw, I'm an occasional use homeowner. I also have an Echo 355T that is a fantastic little saw for small stuff.
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OK, USA
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Posted: 1/22/2024 8:59:49 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By kerry: Here's a good video for you showing the difference between saws.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gOWIXylqxEThat was a good video, hadn't seen that one. One reason I was looking at the CS501p over the CS4910 was the weight difference, at least I thought. The specs I had seen showed the 501 at 10.6 and the 4910 at 13. Officially on the Echo sight they are 10.6 and 11.1, no bar and chain of course. That is not a big difference. For approx. $180.00 difference the 4910 is sounding good now.  The hole gets deeper again, LOL.
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Posted: 1/22/2024 9:17:20 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: That was a good video, hadn't seen that one. One reason I was looking at the CS501p over the CS4910 was the weight difference, at least I thought. The specs I had seen showed the 501 at 10.6 and the 4910 at 13. Officially on the Echo sight they are 10.6 and 11.1, no bar and chain of course. That is not a big difference. For approx. $180.00 difference the 4910 is sounding good now. The hole gets deeper again, LOL.Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: Originally Posted By kerry: Here's a good video for you showing the difference between saws. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8gOWIXylqxEThat was a good video, hadn't seen that one. One reason I was looking at the CS501p over the CS4910 was the weight difference, at least I thought. The specs I had seen showed the 501 at 10.6 and the 4910 at 13. Officially on the Echo sight they are 10.6 and 11.1, no bar and chain of course. That is not a big difference. For approx. $180.00 difference the 4910 is sounding good now. The hole gets deeper again, LOL.Both are good saws, and almost identical. I think the 4910 is a better value. I did all this research about a year ago when I needed a lighter saw for limbing and clearing land. A simple muffler mod and these saws really wake up, lots of YT vids with dyno runs to check out. As an XP Husky guy I went straight to the Husky's in the 40- 50cc range, but my research showed me the Echo was a much better bang for the buck, and it's still orange.  A year later I am still happy with my decision and the saw has held up very well with a lot of use. It hands down gets the most use out of all of my saws.
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Posted: 1/22/2024 10:46:00 PM EDT
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MS261 is lighter than an MS250 and is a much better saw overall. Love mine, cut 4 to 5 cord of wood a year with it. Get a Pferd sharpener as well.
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Posted: 1/22/2024 11:36:07 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bdicki: Stihl MS261 |
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Posted: 1/23/2024 9:56:14 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Buckshot4U]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Chadnutz: I have a 025 and a 029. The 029 likes to bog down and die at idle sometimes. It always starts right back up, but it is somewhat annoying. I've never touched the carb. Should I just bump the idle up a hair? The 025 has always run well, but it likes to start cutting in an arc down and to the left. I don't know why. It sounds like your 29 needs the carb adjusted. Generally, when a saw starts cutting "in an arc", I'd bet the chain is getting dull. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 1/24/2024 2:19:33 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Buckshot4U: It sounds like you 29 needs the carb adjusted. Generally, when a saw starts cutting "in an arc", I'd bet the chain is getting dull. Regarding the 025, this issue has seemed perpetual, regardless of chain or replaced bar. |
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NC, USA
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Posted: 1/24/2024 2:23:59 PM EDT
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I've had both on the farm. Also most of our heat is with wood. I would choose Stihl any day of the week over the other brand.
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Posted: 1/24/2024 2:31:01 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By seanq: for the win Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By seanq: Originally Posted By bdicki: Stihl MS261 for the win yep |
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Posted: 1/24/2024 2:38:48 PM EDT
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Posted: 1/24/2024 10:10:53 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Chadnutz: I'll turn up the L on the 029. Regarding the 025, this issue has seemed perpetual, regardless of chain or replaced bar. On my 025 one lower mount always slips out. Even when replaced. But most of the time when it cuts crooked is uneven sharpening,rakers or a bent bar. |
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Posted: 1/28/2024 3:47:26 PM EDT
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I have owned Stihl's in the past and currently have one small Stihl chainsaw and 2 Echo's. The Stihl problem by me is their dealer network. Sunsouth John Deere dealers sell Stihl and they act like you are inconveniencing them if you want to by a chainsaw. Want a $130,000 tractor sure but want a chainsaw they will ignore you like you are invisible. Want parts yeah when we get around to talking to you and the price changes depending on how the parts guy feels. I have a lot of Stihl power equipment. When it gets replaced Stihl will not be an option. The nearest Stihl dealer that is not Sunsouth is 50 miles away. echo has a 5 year homeowner warranty as well. Stihl does not come close. Although I have not needed any warranty service.
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WI, USA
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Posted: 1/30/2024 11:10:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By whiskerz: I have owned Stihl's in the past and currently have one small Stihl chainsaw and 2 Echo's. The Stihl problem by me is their dealer network. Sunsouth John Deere dealers sell Stihl and they act like you are inconveniencing them if you want to by a chainsaw. Want a $130,000 tractor sure but want a chainsaw they will ignore you like you are invisible. Want parts yeah when we get around to talking to you and the price changes depending on how the parts guy feels. I have a lot of Stihl power equipment. When it gets replaced Stihl will not be an option. The nearest Stihl dealer that is not Sunsouth is 50 miles away. echo has a 5 year homeowner warranty as well. Stihl does not come close. Although I have not needed any warranty service. I've not heard of many people that have had great luck with the Echo warranty when work is needed. If it's not very obviously a manufacturer defect right off the bat, you'll have to fight hard. If it's an engine issue they will blame it on bad gas, bad mix oil, or bad ratio. There's not much that you can do to prove it otherwise. Anything else, if you've run the saw for any length of time at all, they will blame it on either lack of maintenance OR user error/misuse/abuse. So if you take it out of the box and it's fucked, they will replace the saw...but if you run the saw for 4 years, there's nothing they're going to fix. So...that warranty is pretty empty in my opinion. |
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Posted: 1/31/2024 8:47:10 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Kitties-with-Sigs]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: I guess I should have said I am looking at Echo saws also, but everyone likes Stihl's so far...thanks everyone. I'm an Echo user now because of weight and easy start. My oldest, biggest saw is a Husqvarna 55. I have a couple of POS homeowner grade saws I inherited from my mom. I keep them in case I have to loan out a saw. Don't even know if they still run, so I should address that. I bought the Echo after the tornado hit my town and I wanted to help clean up. Getting older is taking its toll. Every pound matters. I don't have the upper body to yank a pull rope. If it doesn't start on the (at most) 3rd or 4th pull, I'm done. Echo equipment is the easiest starting machine I have found, for ME. It used to be Husqvarna, which is why I own one, and it has been an awesome saw. Probably 33 years old at this point. (I have to put ANY saw on the ground with my foot in the handle and pull. I can't yank and drop from a standing position like most of the folks here, even with a small saw.) I have not gone looking for Husqvarna of late because I've understood they aren't what they used to be. Almost everyone on our forum likes Stihl. We who don't are the outliers. My ONLY issue with it, is that they still seem to become more difficult to start with age. All my other small GAS outdoor power equipment is Echo, and I've never seen easier-starting equipment, even used and abused (and trust me, mine gets beaten pretty hard). That is the sole reason I prefer it to Stihl. Stihl is good equipment. Edited: I forgot to say my small GAS powered equipment. I also run a lot of battery tools. |
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VA, USA
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Posted: 1/31/2024 8:52:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By whiskerz: I have owned Stihl's in the past and currently have one small Stihl chainsaw and 2 Echo's. The Stihl problem by me is their dealer network. Sunsouth John Deere dealers sell Stihl and they act like you are inconveniencing them if you want to by a chainsaw. Want a $130,000 tractor sure but want a chainsaw they will ignore you like you are invisible. Want parts yeah when we get around to talking to you and the price changes depending on how the parts guy feels. I have a lot of Stihl power equipment. When it gets replaced Stihl will not be an option. The nearest Stihl dealer that is not Sunsouth is 50 miles away. echo has a 5 year homeowner warranty as well. Stihl does not come close. Although I have not needed any warranty service. I mentioned it above, but this is by far my biggest problem with Stihl. It took going through multiple dealers to find one decent with parts, and they aren't exactly convenient. My buddy that lives in the country hasn't been able to find anywhere within an hour of him that's decent for anything other than buying a new saw. |
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Posted: 1/31/2024 8:59:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eclark53520: I've not heard of many people that have had great luck with the Echo warranty when work is needed. If it's not very obviously a manufacturer defect right off the bat, you'll have to fight hard. If it's an engine issue they will blame it on bad gas, bad mix oil, or bad ratio. There's not much that you can do to prove it otherwise. Anything else, if you've run the saw for any length of time at all, they will blame it on either lack of maintenance OR user error/misuse/abuse. So if you take it out of the box and it's fucked, they will replace the saw...but if you run the saw for 4 years, there's nothing they're going to fix. So...that warranty is pretty empty in my opinion. That may depend on the dealer. I won't buy any gas equipment from a big box store. I go to an equipment dealer, I buy pro tools, and they take care of me. Now...I haven't had to take the chainsaw in, but when I need help with my other equipment they are there for me, and I chose this one because they're good people (farm equipment dealer in a small town) and they Echo repair guy in their shop is considered a wizard by everybody in the region. (God, I dread the day he retires). The one complaint I have is that they don't stock absolutely every tiny part for the equipment and sometimes have to order. They know I run stuff professionally but they ignore that for warranty purposes, which they absolutely don't have to do. So I think the warranty is honestly only as good as the dealer. But that seems to apply to a lot of things these days. |
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Posted: 1/31/2024 9:04:47 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By slowr1der: I mentioned it above, but this is by far my biggest problem with Stihl. It took going through multiple dealers to find one decent with parts, and they aren't exactly convenient. My buddy that lives in the country hasn't been able to find anywhere within an hour of him that's decent for anything other than buying a new saw. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By slowr1der: Originally Posted By whiskerz: I have owned Stihl's in the past and currently have one small Stihl chainsaw and 2 Echo's. The Stihl problem by me is their dealer network. Sunsouth John Deere dealers sell Stihl and they act like you are inconveniencing them if you want to by a chainsaw. Want a $130,000 tractor sure but want a chainsaw they will ignore you like you are invisible. Want parts yeah when we get around to talking to you and the price changes depending on how the parts guy feels. I have a lot of Stihl power equipment. When it gets replaced Stihl will not be an option. The nearest Stihl dealer that is not Sunsouth is 50 miles away. echo has a 5 year homeowner warranty as well. Stihl does not come close. Although I have not needed any warranty service. I mentioned it above, but this is by far my biggest problem with Stihl. It took going through multiple dealers to find one decent with parts, and they aren't exactly convenient. My buddy that lives in the country hasn't been able to find anywhere within an hour of him that's decent for anything other than buying a new saw. I get any Husky parts I need online, I see Echo parts are available also. |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 1/31/2024 9:05:59 PM EDT
[Last Edit: JohnnyLoco]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: I guess I should have said I am looking at Echo saws also, but everyone likes Stihl's so far...thanks everyone. Echos are easier to start, chains go on faste. I like both, echo cs210 gets many jobs done. The ms250 is a good saw too. |
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Posted: 1/31/2024 9:08:46 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Nate19]
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Very happy with my 251 and don’t regret my purchase but in hindsight, I would have bought the 271. For what I do with it, the 251 is sufficient but the 271 would provide a little better length and power.
ETA: As someone else mentioned, the 251 seems to be kind of a “tweener” saw. In all honesty, I wish I would have bought a much lighter, smaller saw and a much heavier, larger saw instead of trying to compromise. But honestly, for a typical homeowner saw where you cut a handful of trees and limbs a year and burn a stack or so of firewood either inside and/or ourside, the 251 or 271 alone will do you just fine. |
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Posted: 2/4/2024 11:39:06 PM EDT
[Last Edit: Merlin]
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Stihl and their over-engineered and overly-complicated gas and oil caps.
 Just had the oil cap shit the bed on my MS-362. Luckily, the closest Stihl dealer is only 15 miles away - and is open on Sunday. Had my wife pick up a few. As much as I like my Echo CS-501P 50 cc saw, it won't be bucking these two large White Oak trunks. I'll need my MS-362CM with its 24" bar those two.  |
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Posted: 2/4/2024 11:56:26 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Merlin: Stihl and their over-engineered and overly-complicated gas and oil caps. Just had the oil cap shit the bed on my MS-362. Luckily, the closest Stihl dealer is only 15 miles away - and is open on Sunday. Had my wife pick up a few. As much as I like my Echo CS-501P 50 cc saw, it won't be bucking these two large White Oak trunks. I'll need my MS-362CM with its 24" bar those two. https://i.imgur.com/sTOAgf1.jpg Those are nice logs. |
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Posted: 2/5/2024 12:05:35 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Merlin: Stihl and their over-engineered and overly-complicated gas and oil caps. Just had the oil cap shit the bed on my MS-362. Luckily, the closest Stihl dealer is only 15 miles away - and is open on Sunday. Had my wife pick up a few. As much as I like my Echo CS-501P 50 cc saw, it won't be bucking these two large White Oak trunks. I'll need my MS-362CM with its 24" bar those two. https://i.imgur.com/sTOAgf1.jpg I always carry two extra. But I use my older screw cap saws while on the snogo. Wish I had those trees.  |
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VA, USA
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Posted: 2/5/2024 12:43:33 AM EDT
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029 Super is my go-to, muffler modded with a 20” bar. Stihl equipment has always treated me well.
I have FS56 and FS250 trimmers, the 029 Super, an MS660 clone that I built, and a Husky clone climbing saw. The rest of the family has Stihls as well… 028, MS310, MS230, MS170, 009L, FS45s, battery trimmers, etc I do not like the MS362s or MS400s, seems like my 029 has more grunt even when all 3 had 20” bars. Dealer support isn’t really an issue as I do all my own work. The local farm supply is a Stihl dealer so I just call and order my parts |
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Posted: 2/5/2024 9:04:21 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Buckshot4U]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Merlin: Stihl and their over-engineered and overly-complicated gas and oil caps. The grad school marketing major that invented the toolless Stihl caps should be taken out into the street and shot. Talk about a solution looking for a problem. |
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OK, USA
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Posted: 2/7/2024 10:23:37 AM EDT
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I finally got to look at a few Echo saws yesterday. I think I'm just going to go with a CS4920. It's $180.00 cheaper than the CS501P that I was looking at, and it looks like it would do what I need it to do for as long as it takes. May look at a smaller say also, for taking care of limbs and stuff. Just FYI, the dealer told me that at the end of March, and first of April Echo will be having 10 to 20% off sale. I can wait till then, and maybe my backpay will be here by then also. Thanks everyone, it's been an informative thread!
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Posted: 2/7/2024 11:30:18 AM EDT
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I have heated my house in central CT for 45+years. Not a hobby woodstove but my only heat. Some years (20%of total ) when I ran into a deal I bought wood but other than that it was all me and my saw.
I have used up one of the old Farm bosses and another (021?) smaller Stihl . Bought another mid sized Stihl with a covid check and while it is a good saw it is no farm boss . I have two Echo saws , one the bigger Grizzley model which is actually quite similar to my old favorite farm boss and also a smaller echo for limbing. I am in decent shape for my age of 70 but of course no spring chicken. Years ago I came to the conclusion two different sized saws are way better than one. One medium sized saw for the heavy work and a smaller saw for limbs and lighter stuff . The two saw combo really saves your back. If you happen to get one saw pinched you have the second to cut it out . I have a mid sized Huscavarna that doesn't impress me . Been to several different dealers to tune it and it is still quite difficult to get started and run well. Stihl still makes a great line of saws but I believe Echo gives you a great saw and way more bang for your buck. I now have four or five seasons on the Echo saws and am very happy with them . |
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Posted: 2/7/2024 11:31:26 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By bdicki: Stihl MS261 This, the Pro version. The Pro upgrade is worth it. Starts easier, more robust and durable so that you aren't mechanicing on it. The 260 series is the best saw that they make. Relatively light, good power and torque, reliable, easy to start, high RPM. |
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WI, USA
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Posted: 2/7/2024 5:37:43 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By FedDC: This, the Pro version. The Pro upgrade is worth it. Starts easier, more robust and durable so that you aren't mechanicing on it. The 260 series is the best saw that they make. Relatively light, good power and torque, reliable, easy to start, high RPM. All MS261 are 'pro' version. That model is in the professional line up. |
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SD, USA
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Posted: 2/7/2024 5:43:02 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By ruffhowzer: I'd buy the brand that had the closest dealer to you. This is what I did. Did all the research and narrowed it down to Stihl or Husqvarna. I would have been fine with either, both great brands. Husqvarna not only had a couple of dealers real close to me, one of 'em was also a certified service/warranty shop. Only needed 'em once but was glad to have them close instead of driving a long ways or shipping. |
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Posted: 2/7/2024 6:13:41 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: I finally got to look at a few Echo saws yesterday. I think I'm just going to go with a CS4920. It's $180.00 cheaper than the CS501P that I was looking at, and it looks like it would do what I need it to do for as long as it takes. May look at a smaller say also, for taking care of limbs and stuff. Just FYI, the dealer told me that at the end of March, and first of April Echo will be having 10 to 20% off sale. I can wait till then, and maybe my backpay will be here by then also. Thanks everyone, it's been an informative thread! I think it will serve you well. I bought a little Jon cutter top handle China saw off Amazon for $100. It has been amazing for small limbs and to keep in the Ranger for clearing trails. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07NZ4JTDT?tag=arfcom00-20 |
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Posted: 2/7/2024 6:25:44 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: I finally got to look at a few Echo saws yesterday. I think I'm just going to go with a CS4920. It's $180.00 cheaper than the CS501P that I was looking at, and it looks like it would do what I need it to do for as long as it takes. May look at a smaller say also, for taking care of limbs and stuff. Just FYI, the dealer told me that at the end of March, and first of April Echo will be having 10 to 20% off sale. I can wait till then, and maybe my backpay will be here by then also. Thanks everyone, it's been an informative thread! Let us know what you get! I was on board for a more expensive saw, but ended up with the CS400 because there wasn't much choice at the time--we'd had a major tornado in our town and there were hardly any saws to be had. I needed it yesterday. I will be interested in what you end up with, and how you like it. Thanks also for the heads-up on the sale. I may not be able to wait cuz I need a hedge trimmer attachment, but it's good to know that's coming. ~Kitties |
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Posted: 2/7/2024 6:26:48 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Buckshot4U: The grad school marketing major that invented the toolless Stihl caps should be taken out into the street and shot. Talk about solution looking for a problem. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Buckshot4U: Originally Posted By Merlin: Stihl and their over-engineered and overly-complicated gas and oil caps. The grad school marketing major that invented the toolless Stihl caps should be taken out into the street and shot. Talk about solution looking for a problem. Husky did it right with their flip caps. 
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Posted: 2/7/2024 6:31:31 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Advance: I've got a MS250 and it is more chainsaw than I honestly need (semi-annual firewood and storm cleanup). I went into the ACE Hardware set on a 261 but the sales guy talked me down to reality. Had it for a few years and zero issues thus far. It is light, handy and fast. This I’m on 40 acres and heat with wood. I’m cutting all the time. Serves me well. I have a few chains that I rotate/ sharpen |
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Posted: 2/7/2024 7:55:10 PM EDT
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@SixpackinOK
I actually went looking for the thread from when we got hit by the tornado and the folks here helped me with a saw. Of course you can read through the first couple of pages if you WANT....but there is some freaking AMAZING information about saws starting on page 3. I had already gotten my saw for the emergency, but the conversation continued...discussion about brands, builds, engines, specs....all in everyday language that is so useful, from some of the most knowledgeable folks on our forum. It might be worth a read. Like I said, the first couple of pages are mostly back and forth helping me with "what's crap that I should not buy cuz there's not much choice in this disaster." On page 3 though....it shifts to really good details. Chainsaw stuff I wish had not gone to archive |
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TX, USA
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Posted: 2/11/2024 12:44:43 PM EDT
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Look at a 241 or 261. My old 241 runs a 16" all day long, and should run an 18" bar if i needed it to do so.
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OK, USA
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Posted: 2/11/2024 2:42:27 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Kitties-with-Sigs: @SixpackinOK I actually went looking for the thread from when we got hit by the tornado and the folks here helped me with a saw. Of course you can read through the first couple of pages if you WANT....but there is some freaking AMAZING information about saws starting on page 3. I had already gotten my saw for the emergency, but the conversation continued...discussion about brands, builds, engines, specs....all in everyday language that is so useful, from some of the most knowledgeable folks on our forum. It might be worth a read. Like I said, the first couple of pages are mostly back and forth helping me with "what's crap that I should not buy cuz there's not much choice in this disaster." On page 3 though....it shifts to really good details. Chainsaw stuff I wish had not gone to archive Thanks! There is some good information in there. Now I just need the patience to wait till the end of March, LOL. I actually forgot about it, but I have a smaller Stihl saw that I loaned to a friend probably 3 or 4 years ago. I'll be getting it back in a week or two. It has a 16" bar, pretty sure anyway. |
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MO, USA
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Posted: 2/11/2024 3:36:25 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By eclark53520: All MS261 are 'pro' version. That model is in the professional line up. I believe the previous gentleman was referring to some saws that actually say "Pro" on the top of the engine cover. Some models could be purchased with "Super" also. I don't recall what the designated. I think my 026 is a Pro and the 036 a Super. I believe the new letter suffices denote options. I have 2*ms180, 026, 036, 044, and 066. I cut wood to heat my house and usually need 2.5 cords of oak, hickory, ash, locust and some hedge. I use the Stihl 3-1 sharpener for quick chain touchups when refueling. I have separate round and flat files to really sharpen up a chain after hitting metal in logs. The 261 modern equivalent of my 026 is probably as big as OP needs a 250 or 270 will also work at a lower price. I bought all my saws used at a steep discount. I also do a lot of my own repairs. I usually start all my big saws without using the decompression button. One day I went to start the 036 and on the first pull the pull handle and recoil mechanism came clear through the outer casing. I was done that day. Took it as a sign from God or guardian angle that I shouldn't cut that day. Last week I was on 3-4 pull on same saw, repaired, and it fired/backfired? and the recoil dogs did not disengage. Pulled the pull handle out of my hand and it hit me right in the nuts. I was done for a minute to catch my breath. I don't care what saw OP gets but please buy and wear safety chaps. |
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Posted: 2/11/2024 3:48:54 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Kitties-with-Sigs: Thank the ash borers I'd guess. Those are nice logs. Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Kitties-with-Sigs: Originally Posted By Merlin: Stihl and their over-engineered and overly-complicated gas and oil caps. Just had the oil cap shit the bed on my MS-362. Luckily, the closest Stihl dealer is only 15 miles away - and is open on Sunday. Had my wife pick up a few. As much as I like my Echo CS-501P 50 cc saw, it won't be bucking these two large White Oak trunks. I'll need my MS-362CM with its 24" bar those two. https://i.imgur.com/sTOAgf1.jpg Thank the ash borers I'd guess. Those are nice logs. |
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Posted: 2/12/2024 8:45:06 AM EDT
[Last Edit: Buckshot4U]
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Meche_03: I usually start all my big saws without using the decompression button. One day I went to start the 036 and on the first pull the pull handle and recoil mechanism came clear through the outer casing. I was done that day. Took it as a sign from God or guardian angle that I shouldn't cut that day. Last week I was on 3-4 pull on same saw, repaired, and it fired/backfired? and the recoil dogs did not disengage. Pulled the pull handle out of my hand and it hit me right in the nuts. I was done for a minute to catch my breath. I don't care what saw OP gets but please buy and wear safety chaps. I had a similar day the last time I cut wood. Luckily, my nuts came out unscathed.  Attached File |
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OK, USA
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Posted: 2/12/2024 9:02:20 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Meche_03: I believe the previous gentleman was referring to some saws that actually say "Pro" on the top of the engine cover. Some models could be purchased with "Super" also. I don't recall what the designated. I think my 026 is a Pro and the 036 a Super. I believe the new letter suffices denote options. I have 2*ms180, 026, 036, 044, and 066. I cut wood to heat my house and usually need 2.5 cords of oak, hickory, ash, locust and some hedge. I use the Stihl 3-1 sharpener for quick chain touchups when refueling. I have separate round and flat files to really sharpen up a chain after hitting metal in logs. The 261 modern equivalent of my 026 is probably as big as OP needs a 250 or 270 will also work at a lower price. I bought all my saws used at a steep discount. I also do a lot of my own repairs. I usually start all my big saws without using the decompression button. One day I went to start the 036 and on the first pull the pull handle and recoil mechanism came clear through the outer casing. I was done that day. Took it as a sign from God or guardian angle that I shouldn't cut that day. Last week I was on 3-4 pull on same saw, repaired, and it fired/backfired? and the recoil dogs did not disengage. Pulled the pull handle out of my hand and it hit me right in the nuts. I was done for a minute to catch my breath. I don't care what saw OP gets but please buy and wear safety chaps. Not only chaps, but a helmet with a faceshield. The helmet would have saved me some stitches once, I told the story on here before. |
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Posted: 2/12/2024 9:56:10 AM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: Not only chaps, but a helmet with a faceshield. The helmet would have saved me some stitches once, I told the story on here before. This. Most people don’t wear either. My advice is always get the best chainsaw you can afford. And make friends with the closest dealer with a good service department. |
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Posted: 2/13/2024 4:10:14 AM EDT
[#42]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: The only ones that I saw online were $690.00 to 720.00(ish). That is a little more than I want to spend. Would like to keep it in the $400.00 range, with $500.00 pretty much being my max. But they looked like good saws.I have Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: Originally Posted By bdicki: Stihl MS261 The only ones that I saw online were $690.00 to 720.00(ish). That is a little more than I want to spend. Would like to keep it in the $400.00 range, with $500.00 pretty much being my max. But they looked like good saws.I have |
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Posted: 2/13/2024 1:27:34 PM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By MethaneMover: PM inbound PM replied to. |
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Posted: 2/15/2024 12:02:24 PM EDT
[#44]
Originally Posted By MethaneMover: PM inbound Originally Posted By SixpackinOk: PM replied to. |
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Posted: 2/15/2024 12:17:17 PM EDT
[#45]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Merlin: The plot thickens.....  |
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Posted: 2/15/2024 7:46:34 PM EDT
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Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By Merlin: The plot thickens..... ....and the world may never know the whole story  
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Posted: 2/15/2024 9:17:07 PM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: ....and the world may never know the whole story Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: Originally Posted By Merlin: The plot thickens..... ....and the world may never know the whole story This is a piece of oak off the lake place, about 6'6" long and 12-14" in diameter.  Attached File |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 2:27:50 PM EDT
[#48]
Just FYI, the sale has started for the Echo products, at least at the dealership I'm going to buy from. It's 15% off, and I think they said it goes through Apr. 6th.
After looking at the trees I'll be cutting, I'm probably going with either the CS-4010, or maybe even the CS-3510. The biggest trees are around 10"-12" in diameter, and most of them are probably 6"-8". A big saw would just be overkill, and I don't need to be pushing myself unnecessarily either. I'm way past doing something just to prove I can, lol. I really would like to have the CS-501P though... Thanks for all the advice and suggestions, it may be helpful later also. |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 3:00:11 PM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryOriginally Posted By SixpackinOk: Just FYI, the sale has started for the Echo products, at least at the dealership I'm going to buy from. It's 15% off, and I think they said it goes through Apr. 6th. After looking at the trees I'll be cutting, I'm probably going with either the CS-4010, or maybe even the CS-3510. The biggest trees are around 10"-12" in diameter, and most of them are probably 6"-8". A big saw would just be overkill, and I don't need to be pushing myself unnecessarily either. I'm way past doing something just to prove I can, lol. I really would like to have the CS-501P though... Thanks for all the advice and suggestions, it may be helpful later also. Let us know what you get! I need a new hedge trimmer, so I called my dealer to check on the Echo sale. Ours here doesn't start until April 20th. I need it now, and said I'd come in anyhow cuz I couldn't wait. They said, "what are you getting? I told them and they said, "just come on in. We'll take care of you." That's the power of a good dealer when you are a regular. I'll be interested in which saw you end up with and how you like it. |
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Posted: 3/21/2024 3:51:18 PM EDT
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MS261. Lighter and more powerful.
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