chainsaw recommendations

[creekbend]

IMHO - Stihl. One of my neighbors - Stihl. Another neighbor - Husquvarna.

 

[TomSeller]

dwhite: I'll keep you company on the Husky side. I've used both and while the Stihl generally seems more 'refined', it is also awfully heavy. The new 4-mix engines seem to have a lot of power, but they don't rev up like an old 2-stroke, so it is very deceiving. They're also a b**ch to start.

My husky has never let me down. Starts easy, lightweight, plenty of power, and rugged enough for anything I'll do with it.

The 4-mix are valved 4stroke engines running an oil/gas mix so they don't need crankcase oil. This saves weight and they are mostly on the Stihl trimmer line. Some of the newer Sthil chainsaws are strato saws and are still 2stroke. The strato technology allows the saw to take a "gulp" of fresh air between the strokes to better separate the exhaust air from the fueled air. Bad explanation, I know.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IY7zQKw4qsQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player

 

[adirondackmtnman]

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[adirondackmtnman]

just curious after seeing your post i have an 041AVe that is starting to have ignition issues and am wondering if you had to deal with that on your restore and if you know of parts places with parts for it or and upgrade to the system on these saws(i searched and didnt come up with anything), its been the best darn saw ever and just now starting to die/not restart hot and i dont want to have to give up on it as the rest of the saw is indestructible so far (even after having dropped trees on it,try that with a newer saw)

if i ever have to replace it it'll be a Stihl

If it is electronic and you have an intermittent ignition issue, it could be rust/dirt on the flywheel. Usually the electronic ignition box goes bad permanently when it shows any sign of problems, it quits. All the parts are pretty readily available on ebay

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[adirondackmtnman]

The 4-mix are valved 4stroke engines running an oil/gas mix so they don't need crankcase oil. This saves weight and they are mostly on the Stihl trimmer line. Some of the newer Sthil chainsaws are strato saws and are still 2stroke. The strato technology allows the saw to take a "gulp" of fresh air between the strokes to better separate the exhaust air from the fueled air. Bad explanation, I know.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IY7zQKw4qsQ&feature=youtube_gdata_player

The strato saws make a TON of power on a little fuel too

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[Gordon Gould]

Don't expect a home owner saw bought today to last like your 1978 saw, any brand, even Stihl, it just won't happen. Manufactures just cut to many corners in the cheaper saws. I prefer and upper end farm saw or a pro saw. The newer saws with the catalytic converters can run really hot which is a problem if the carb gets a little lean so you have to keep them tuned or they will cook.
I have run Husky's a long time. Right now I am running a Husky 359 with the catalytic converter muffler replaced with a standard muffler and a Husky 451xt. Both have been great saws. I use one or both almost every day. If I was going to buy another saw I would start by looking a Husqvarnas.

 

[Bigfoot62]

Here's my dilemma: My Stihl 031 that I bought new in 1978 finally bit the dust after many years of noble service. It was one heck of a rugged saw. So, I'm looking for a replacement and have been perusing websites and a couple of local dealers. What I've found fills me with unease. The current stock seems much less robust - lots of plastic, and I've heard grumbles about poor customer service, specifically regarding Husqvarna. So, what to do?

Your Stihl lasted 35 years, and you're wondering what to replace it with??? DUH?

Go get you another Stihl and be happy for another 35 years!!!

BTW, I speak from experience. I have 4 Stihl's: 011, 024, 046 Magnum, and a FS 120 String Trimmer/Pole Saw.

 

[rjwerth]

I have an 025 and an MS361. Both are unstoppable. The 025 is nice and light, and the 361, well you just have to experience it. You could run it all day with a smile on your face. Yes, it is that nice.

 

[deerseeker001]

stihl is a great saw i have a 029 model and have had zero problems.

 

[Budweiser John]

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