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.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.ArboristSite Member. Joined May 8, 2020 Messages 67 Reaction score 28 Location Everett WA. Jun 9, 2022 #4 Motorex Cross Power 2T or Amsoil Dominator. Used both in my motocross race bikes and it was Awesome. ... Redneck Chainsaw Repair AS Supporting Member. Joined May 11, 2012 Messages 9,299 Reaction score 12,173 Location Ohio. Jun 9, 2022 #8Chainsaw. H. Stihl FS-130z Trimmer C1Q-S173 Carburetor Settings. Latest: Huskyvarnya Saws; 33 minutes ago; Hand Held Equipment and Tools. Scrounging Firewood (and ...Apr 21, 2009. #21. ttamoneypit said: 4 yrs ago I bought my 1st chainsaw 42cc craftsman with 18" bar and safety chain--I hated the thing at 1st--I had trouble starting it and then the rope came off of it so I had to tear it apart to reattach it and a few days later it broke off again--so the next time I fixed the rope I split the end and tied it ...Dec 29, 2011. #20. Forester sells several rim/drum systems with 7-pin lo-pro rims with small spline. Mis-matching 3/8 and 3/8 lo-pro will result in excessive wear in sprockets, drive links, and nose sprockets since size and shape of chassis and drive links is different, even if the pitch is the same. Ordered list.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.In Europe, the Partner designed saws were still sold as Partner, no mention of Pioneer, and no models of Pioneer origin. When E-lux took over Poulan, they created the Poulan Pro trademark on the remnants of Pioneer/Partner. The connection to Partner/Europe was still there, and many models were the same initially (remember, E …Dec 1, 2017. #10. the insert is made from the 18mm plug. cut crimp off just above hex. knock porcalin out w/punch. drill out what's left & thread 14m1.25. after tapping, cut to length. hole in head needs to be 5/8 to tap 18m1.5. hi heat Loctite hole &/or insert, screw into head using 14mm plug.ArboristSite Guru. Joined Dec 31, 2002 Messages 594 Reaction score 50 Location California. Mar 2, 2010 #2 Great idea! Mike's site is a great resource, and would be a boon to all complete! ... his site.He is a very,very busy fella and I think some emails just get lost in the process.His email is under obsolete chainsaw parts. Lawrence . Reply ...Dec 13, 2010. #5. One of the site sponsors, chainsawr, has some in various sizes. Go to the site at chainsawr.com. The actual freezer/end producer of the bars is Windy Ridge supply in Tamworth, NH. They will sell to the public and ship to wherever; however they don't seem to undersell their end dealers so you may be able to get a better price ...Jul 6, 2022 · General conversations between those who work in the chainsaw related industry. Arborist business topics? Tree work technique topics? Forestry management …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 . 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 ...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.If a tree falls in your yard, you have brush to keep clear or you like to cut your own firewood, having a chainsaw around can be one of the smarter investments you can make. Howeve...They'll tell you if it was registered by the dealer when purchased (most are). Model : easiest way is to look at any major assembly (like the plastic carb box cover) - the first 4 digits of the part number is the model. Example - 1121 = 026 or 024; 1125 = 034 or 036 etc etc. email me or post on this thread the number...Reaction score. 3,996. Oct 22, 2014. #4. There are plenty of 3002 bars available new. There's a 41" on Ebay right now. But yes you do often have to re-drill oil & adjuster holes. That is a common practice as is lengthening the stud slot. Stihl, Cannon, and GB have a wide variety of bars for 070/090's.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.Blue Max Outdoor Equipment means durable, reliable and powerful. Backed by the industry's Leading 3 Year Warranty, Blue Max is guaranteed to power you through even the toughest conditions. With equipment ranging from blue max chainsaws to chipper shredders you'll find exactly what you need to get the job done.Reaction score. 2,212. Location. Mount Vernon, Ohio. Dec 8, 2019. #7. Currently the Echo CS-590 (Timberwolf) is the best all around firewood saw out there for the money. They can be had for around $310-350 buy-it-now on Ebay with free shipping. If you don't mind stepping up a bit the CS-620P or PW is a nice upgrade.Sep 8, 2008. #1. The guy at the Stihl Dealership asked why I would want to convert over to the 3/8" pitch chain from .325" pitch on my 260, I told him I wanted to be able to swap out with my .031av which also has a 16" bar (which is the truth). He said he hardly ever sells a 3/8' chain and bar for smaller saws like the 260, I believe him as he ...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.Okay, in the market for a chainsaw and want a Stihl due to closeness of dealer and past good luck with brand (trimmer / blower). Have it narrowed down to: Ms270 MS280 MS290 MS310 260 I realize this is a wide range, but only reason I lean away from the 290 and 310 is the weight. I plan to cut about 7 cords a year for home heat.If you have trees on your property that you don’t want anymore or old limbs and branches that litter your land, you don’t have to call a tree service and pay lots of money for some...When it comes to finding the best deals on Stihl chainsaws, it’s essential to know where to look. These high-quality tools are known for their durability and performance, but they ...Chainsaw . connecting rod play. Thread starter JONSEREDFAN6069; Start date Apr 21, 2009; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Sep 26, 2008 Messages 2,483 Reaction score 250 Location T.C. CALIFORNIA. Apr 28, 2009 #20The 5020 overall is a smidge hefty, and a bit bulky, but for the $180 mine cost, it's a real value for lighter felling & bucking, and most limbing. As others have noted, 50 cc saws are so good at most tasks, that they are go-to saws. Much less sweat packing one out into the woods than some big-iron.Addicted to ArboristSite AS Supporting Member. Joined Jan 2, 2012 Messages 2,914 Reaction score 1,493 Location Hartland Maine. Sep 20, 2019 #12 Man that is a nice looking saw . Reply. HarleyT ... I saved it on my old chainsaw repair website. Reply. RedneckChainsawRepair Redneck Chainsaw Repair AS Supporting Member. Joined May 11, 2012 Messages ...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.The nearly identical 62 came out in 1968 and the slightly refined 621 in 1970. The design was well ahead of its time, and production lasted until at least 1982, when it was replaced by the 630, I think. Power rating was 3.6hp/2.65kW at 7700rpm, but it "seems" to have more, the way it cuts.Chainsaw . 35cc to 40cc Chainsaw Decision Available 2023. Thread starter dsell; Start date Jan 11, 2023; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Member. Joined Feb 3, 2018 Messages 83 Reaction score 99 Location Lithuania. Jan 13, 2023 #16 ...The 088 and the 084 are the same sized motors but there are considerable differences inside. the 088 develops more power than the 084 does when they do stock. the factory changed a number of the things we were doing on our woods modifications, all for the better. they changed the combustion chamber volume from 13.5 cc to 11.5 cc. they lowered ...Jan 19, 2012 · Mar 29, 2012. #15. I never gave chaps much thought until I cut my knee and needed an ER visit. I then researched and chose the Labonville full wrap, 10 ply competion chaps. The full wrap is reasuring as I do a lot of ground level brush cutting and 10 plies should have no problem stopping my MS 261. ArboristSite Lurker. Joined Oct 5, 2016 Messages 24 Reaction score 16 ... This is very important. A dull chain will cut poorly and will dramatically shorten the service life of a chainsaw. Reply. unclemoustache My 'stache is bigger than yours. AS Supporting Member. Joined Jan 22, 2009 Messages 23,759 Reaction score 60,958 Location S. Il. near ...measuring piston to cylinder fit is an art form. pistons vary, as do cylinder bore. making a torque plate jig would take a while. honing process is an art form to get correct x-hatch and finish. even removing a hone takes care. cleaning cyl after honing properly takes a very long time. ring fitting, etc.The 620 has improved intake and exhaust which helps explain why it costs $200.00 more. The Echo 590 can use up to a 24" bar while the Echo 620 can use up to a 28in bar. No one seems to mention the Makita 6100 which is on par with the Echo 620 for power and bar length.Mar 23, 2016. #1. I purchased a 5 acre parcel of planted pines in central Florida. I've been going through the pines and cutting down the one's that I don't want. Problem is, the chainsaw blade is only good for about 5 trees and then it's done. These trees are anywhere between 10" - 20" in diameter. I don't know much about chainsaws as I'm only ...Chainsaw . Just bought a new husqvarna 565. Thread starter FXDL; Start date Dec 10, 2020; 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 Mar 6, 2008 Messages 2,062 Reaction score 1,238 Location henderson TN.Mar 29, 2012. #15. I never gave chaps much thought until I cut my knee and needed an ER visit. I then researched and chose the Labonville full wrap, 10 ply competion chaps. The full wrap is reasuring as I do a lot of ground level brush cutting and 10 plies should have no problem stopping my MS 261.Apr 28, 2008. #1. This is a question from a relative novice so be kind in light of my ignorance. I have a Husqvarna 350 which came with an 18 inch bar and chain. I decided to get a 16 inch bar for it and went to the store and bought a Husqvarna HLN 250-66 bar. They didn't have any Husqvarna 16 inch chains so I looked and found an Oregon 16 inch ...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.ArboristSite Operative. I’m using 20” .404 semi chisel Archer chain for personal firewood use and it holds up well. It seems to stretch a very small amount at first but I only tighten the chain once from new then it seems to be all good. Very good for cross cutting firewood at a very reasonable price [emoji1303]Stihl 066 chainsaw for sale with 4 bars (2x20", 1x28", 1x36"), files, sqrench, 12 chains and has just been tuned up and ready for work! I have an 066 chainsaw for sale, with TONS of extras. 4 bars, 3 brand new and 1 used. The bars are as follows; 1x36" 1x28" 1x20 (new) 1x20" (used) 12 brand new chains--Assorted for ALL OF THE BARS.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 ...The 372 is a good saw, but to say it's the best Husky ever made is a little wild in my opinion. Same here, also to be considered-266xp, 288xp, 2101xp, 272xp, 346xp, 394xp, 395xp. Ran all of them, killer saws. Stihl-034, 066, 020/200t, there must be more.Dec 13, 2010. #5. One of the site sponsors, chainsawr, has some in various sizes. Go to the site at chainsawr.com. The actual freezer/end producer of the bars is Windy Ridge supply in Tamworth, NH. They will sell to the public and ship to wherever; however they don't seem to undersell their end dealers so you may be able to get a better price ...I know this has probably been discussed to death here, but I am new to the forum and haven't found the right thread to answer this. The labels on the saws are confusing as well. The serial number tags on a 445, 450, 455 Husky say Sweden (but not the words "MADE IN"). The 235 actually says on...I was wandering what models everyone likes. I have owned and fixed many Stihl saws 024,026,028,036,044,MS260,360,361,362,460,660 and totally refinished an 088 that sold on ebay for $1250 a $600 profit. I would say the impressive saws were the 026/MS260,MS361 and the MS460. The best in my opinoin is the MS460.The 620 has improved intake and exhaust which helps explain why it costs $200.00 more. The Echo 590 can use up to a 24" bar while the Echo 620 can use up to a 28in bar. No one seems to mention the Makita 6100 which is on par with the Echo 620 for power and bar length.Use the Mfg. 2 stroke mix recommendations (use mfg or other top qual. 2 cycle oil) and run the saw like you normally would, avoiding hi revs for several tanks of fuel. Give the saw a workout, albiet avoiding the full open throttle, and allow the saw to break-in over the course of an hour or two of use.The parts will swap out to a 660/650 EVL echo and the parts will sell for more than the whole. Particularly the jug/piston, the coil/ module, the handle and the bottom carrier. All the other parts will sell too. Unless it's pristine, then the whole saw might get some higher $$ action. This is based on selling four orange ones and one yellow one ...Addicted to ArboristSite. McC 610 about 3.75 cubes, 60cc. Very similar McC models: 605, Timber bear, etc. Available new with 16"-24" bars, .354 (extremely hard to find now) and 3/8" chain. One weak point on these saws is the upper av mount for the rear handle is also the airbox, which is a white-metal die casting.Aug 23, 2011 · Arboristsite is a forum & classifieds website for arborists, chainsaws, tree worker and firewood processing. Forums for all aspects of tree work, chainsaws... Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Jan 9, 2009 Messages 1,711 Reaction score 431 Location gold hill,nc. Jan 13, 2011 #2 Chain Saw Collectors Corner - Gasoline Chain ...ArboristSite Operative. I’m using 20” .404 semi chisel Archer chain for personal firewood use and it holds up well. It seems to stretch a very small amount at first but I only tighten the chain once from new then it seems to be all good. Very good for cross cutting firewood at a very reasonable price [emoji1303]From Acres' site; start dates; 028AV 1977 43cc (42mm), 028AV Type 2 and Wood Boss 1979 47cc (44mm). No disconitued dates, but if memory serves 1993 or 4 sounds about right for when they disappeared from the catalog. The 028's big brother the 038 in the Mag II version continued on for several more years before succumbing to the 044.Dec 29, 2011. #20. Forester sells several rim/drum systems with 7-pin lo-pro rims with small spline. Mis-matching 3/8 and 3/8 lo-pro will result in excessive wear in sprockets, drive links, and nose sprockets since size and shape of chassis and drive links is different, even if the pitch is the same. Ordered list.3,908. Reaction score. 1,521. Location. australia. Jan 27, 2012. #2. how could you not be happy with this. there are others that have modified it and so on but all in all i think most are happy with it. so far i think the chain stays sharp a little longer because it sharpens without leaveing any burs.Chainsaw . The ultimate 3 saw plan. Thread starter funky sawman; Start date Mar 2, 2009; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... Arboristsite.com Spooner. Joined Jan 6, 2008 Messages 3,346 Reaction score 410 Location middle east: coast, that is. Mar 3, 2009Based on some older posts (2003) another difference between the 365 and the 365 Special is the carburetor. Supposedly the 365 had a Zamas carb while the 365 Special a Walbro. There are several IPLs for the Spesial on Huskys website. Only one of them (from 2002) says Walbro, the others Zama. M.Last month, I hosted a cordless chainsaw Head-2-Head where we evaluated a total of twelve battery powered cordless chainsaws. We recently posted an in depth article on our website as well as YoutTube video. Check out the links below to see our test. Website Article. YouTube Video.If a tree falls in your yard, you have brush to keep clear or you like to cut your own firewood, having a chainsaw around can be one of the smarter investments you can make. Howeve...Nov 16, 2023 · Join the community of arborists, chainsaw enthusiasts and professionals on ArboristSite Forum. Browse and post questions, answers, tips, photos and videos about …Partner started making saws in about 1955, and as far as I know they were independent until 1979. They made mostly Pro saws in that period, but some Semi-Pro versions were made. About the same was the case with Jonsereds, from 1954 until 1979, and Husqvarna from 1959, until 1978 (or a bit earlier).512. Location. Fairfax Virginia. Oct 5, 2023. #1. I currently run 50:1 and see a lot of different stuff about 40:1 or 32:1 and a lot of different brands of oil. I run a lot of 2-stroke equipment including, blowers, brush cutters, trimmers, chainsaws, etc. on stihl oil. I have seen a lot of stuff about AMSOIL and have thought of switching to it ...I mean they make nearly all the parts, bars, and chains. They clearly have the financial capital, marketing prowess, engineering, and manufacturing capability. Why don't they just go ahead and make a nice one? I'm not talking a electric or battery gadget, I am talking a legit 3-7hp pro level...Blue Max Outdoor Equipment means durable, reliable and powerful. Backed by the industry's Leading 3 Year Warranty, Blue Max is guaranteed to power you through even the toughest conditions. With equipment ranging from blue max chainsaws to chipper shredders you'll find exactly what you need to get the job done.Distance. 8.71mi. Elevation +. 3127f. TrailRank. 40. View more photos. Ouhattar Summit passing through the Azibs of Tiferguine et returning via an off-trail route. Oukaimden is a picturesque mountainous region located in the Atlas Mountains of Morocco.The old McCullough PM-6A weighed in around 7 lb, dont know the displacement. A current Redline saw is around 1.5 cubes, and gutless at 1.1 hp, weighs 6.4 lb, likely the lightest ever.What do you think about this Sent from my iPone using TapatalkLocation. U.S.A. Jan 30, 2022. #7. After comparing specs and photo's of the current Redmax line up with the current Husqvarna line up, here's what I came up with as far as saws that are magnesium crankcase pro saws. GZ9000= 390XP. GZ7100= 372XP. GZ4350= 543XP. GZ5000= 545 or 550.In Europe, the Partner designed saws were still sold as Partner, no mention of Pioneer, and no models of Pioneer origin. When E-lux took over Poulan, they created the Poulan Pro trademark on the remnants of Pioneer/Partner. The connection to Partner/Europe was still there, and many models were the same initially (remember, E …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.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 …In his shop in the corner I saw a Wizard chainsaw. I was wandering who made them? It kinda looks like Homelite may... Forums. New posts Search forums Terms and Rules. ... Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Dec 29, 2003 Messages 1,179 Reaction score 56 Location Republic Mo. Nov 23, 2011 #2 Most likely a poulan 306. Reply. Reactions: Sagetown. S.Location. Virginia. Jul 28, 2022. #10. some starting fluids are labeled to contain cylinder lubricant for use in 2 strokes. I have used them for a while on 2 strokes but still just very lightly. If it still won't start on just a quick burst or 2 of fluid, then something needs to be adjusted or fixed. U.What do you think about this Sent from my iPone using TapatalkArboristSite Lurker. Joined Apr 3, 2023 Messages 44 Reaction score 38. Sep 25, 2023 ... A chainsaw was designed to disapate heat being made of magnesium that transfers heat very well! Take a look at all the crap that they put in the exaust pipe these days trying to save the planet! You cannot restrict the exaust of a 2-stroke!Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Jan 9, 2009 Messages 1,711 Reaction score 431 Location gold hill,nc. Jan 13, 2011 #2 Chain Saw Collectors Corner - Gasoline Chain ...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:Chainsaw . best BAR-n-CHAIN oil. Thread starter 333.okh; Start date May 7, 2013; Help Support Arborist Forum: This site may earn a commission from merchant affiliate links, including eBay, Amazon, and others. ... ArboristSite Operative. Joined Nov 1, 2011 Messages 121 Reaction score 23 Location Bemidji, MN. May 7, 2013 #20Feb 18, 2024 · Best Top-Handle Climbing Saw. Echo Top-Handle Arborist Chainsaw. Lightweight Model With Safety Features. This arborist chainsaw features a 12-inch guide …3,908. Reaction score. 1,521. Location. australia. Jan 27, 2012. #2. how could you not be happy with this. there are others that have modified it and so on but all in all i think most are happy with it. so far i think the chain stays sharp a little longer because it sharpens without leaveing any burs.Apr 29, 2005. #6. I have a Poulan 3400 I bought new in 1980. I certainly don't use it everyday. I think a working 3400 is worth $40. Lots of parts are easy to come by, but if you broke any of the body part, what's painted green I think you'd have a hard time finding that. At worst you might have to rebuild the carb, put new rings on the piston ...Ok so as i understand it the "gauge" refers to the thickness of the metal that make up the links and cutter sections. .043 being thinner. Also the .050 takes out a bigger chip than the .043. The chip the .043 takes out is also often shallower than the .050. The .043 chains make a thinner cut and ( theoretically) require less power to run. The ...The 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.Have conversations with others that enjoy talking about chainsaws, trees, logging, milling, carving and anything else you can think of that has to do with trees. Private. Only members can see who's in the group and what they post. Visible. Anyone can find this group. History. Group created on March 16, 2009. Name last changed on January 3, 2022.
The 620 has improved intake and exhaust which helps explain why it costs $200.00 more. The Echo 590 can use up to a 24" bar while the Echo 620 can use up to a 28in bar. No one seems to mention the Makita 6100 which is on par with the Echo 620 for power and bar length.. Tamil cinema xnxx
Aug 23, 2011 · Arboristsite is a forum & classifieds website for arborists, chainsaws, tree worker and firewood processing. Forums for all aspects of tree work, chainsaws... ArboristSite Lurker. Joined Jun 17, 2008 Messages 49 Reaction score 4 Location Central New Jersey. Nov 24, 2008 #1 OK I am now sick and tired of this piece of shirt Craftsman chainsaw I own. It did its job, sort of. But my friend has a 38" oak that fell in his yard and Im gonna go at it soon, and I dont want to use that old shirt Craftsman I ...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.I am a chainsaw newbie, looking for a saw to start carving with. Did my chainsaw course on a Husqvarna 346 with a 15" bar, and since then have used a Stihl 021 with a 12" bar and a Stihl 026 with a 15" bar. Saw will be used mainly for carving medium sized bits of wood, maybe also cutting firewood once a year. Can someone recommend a decent saw ...Help 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 MessagesI muffler modded my new CS-4910 before it even saw wood for the first time. Two screws to remove the deflector and spark arrestor screen and pulled the baffle tube out of the muffler. I also removed the stock exhaust deflector and replaced it with the one from a Shindaiwa 400 (Echo/Shindaiwa part # A313001460).American Arborist Supplies your #1 source for tree care, arborist supplies and tree climbing and safety equipment. The latest gear from the best suppliers.Just a saw that works when needed with enough power is. A few saws from Husqvarna fit that scenario, 460 Rancher, 555, 565 are the ones that come to mind. Priced lower than the "XP" variants but have the same hard parts like cases cranks and cylinders, these saw were built to work and last.Addicted to ArboristSite. Joined Mar 12, 2004 Messages 2,475 Reaction score 2,349 Location Greenwich, NY. Nov 12, 2017 #4 Here is a comparison chart I made up a couple months ago. This saw feels much closer to a 6100 in power vs the 5105/5000 series. ... I have chainsaws and chainsaw accessories. Joined Jan 3, 2016 Messages 2,831 Reaction score ...Chelford Chainsaw Company ArboristSite Member. Joined Nov 25, 2018 Messages 55 Location Chelford. Jan 21, 2019 #17 On the flip side however my worst purchases (by no means the worst saw) was a husky 372xp. Was sold as running, paid nearly £300 for it, and almost everything thinkable has gone wrong. Still not fully sorted now, get angry looking ...Feb 9, 2010 · West kentucky. Feb 9, 2010. #7. timberwolf said: Measure the clearance at the skirt maybe 1/4 inch up from the bottom. The crown is intentionally undersized to allow for thermal expansion so the piston is more or less a perfect cylinder at operating temperature. .0060 does sound kinda so-so. Now, I know the 200T is a great saw, one of the best top handle ever made, but a brand new MS201T is €840 MSRP, meaning any Stihl dealer will let it go for €800 with your choice of bar and a spare chain thrown in for good measure. Were I on the market for a brand new top handle saw, it would be a no-brainer.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.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.The 372 is a good saw, but to say it's the best Husky ever made is a little wild in my opinion. Same here, also to be considered-266xp, 288xp, 2101xp, 272xp, 346xp, 394xp, 395xp. Ran all of them, killer saws. Stihl-034, 066, 020/200t, there must be more.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.The 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..