Chain saw advice wanted

[Boner]

First question I’d ask is how much you are willing to spend on a chainsaw.

[Sunzuki]

I have an 028, 038, 048 and a Husky 240.
The Husky I have finally gotten to run at a decent pace.
Needed the 21 pin carb adjusting screw driver.
Had to order it in from Ebay and China.

Take a close look at the carb setting screws.
If they don't look normal, don't buy the saw.

My favorite is the 028.

[bigredchev]

Can't beat a stilhl saw. Your son will thank you when he inherits it in 30 years and it still runs.



Husky are Ok, nothing wrong per say but a stilhl Is better for user manners, maintenance and longevity

[Pemby_mess]

If you see any Dolmar saws 50-80cc(makita), don't hesitate. Stihl quality at a bit of a discount. Top notch saws.

[Downwindtracker2]

If you can ,don't buy gas with ethanol . The ethanol washes oil from the cylinder walls. My brother wondered why his Stihl died with just homeowner use. The repair shop asked if he had used Husky gas. Lesson learned.

[allan]

If you can ,don't buy gas with ethanol . The ethanol washes oil from the cylinder walls. My brother wondered why his Stihl died with just homeowner use. The repair shop asked if he had used Husky gas. Lesson learned.

this is excellent advice for all small engines

[SaintSix]

ive got a husky rancher (55 i think) and have been using it for 3 years to cut fire wood and house yard trimmings. Starts on 1-2 pulls runs great. never used a stihl so cant compare. also i find my 20' bar a great size for firewood.

[Hank Hunter]

Kind of a Chevy/ Ford topic. Everyone has their opinion. I think if you buy the higher end Stihl or Husky you will have all you need for firewood

[338win mag]

If it hasn't been mentioned.....the newer huskies below the pro models are made in China. Not sure about the other models but I bought a used 365 recently and it was an exellent saw. Then I realized the adjustment screws (high-low) were unadjustable without a special screwdriver, so I Mcgivered my own tool for this. Not like they used to be when I was falling, I had good luck with the big huskies,,, but I have been told the Echo is a pretty good saw for around the farm.

[B.C.Boy(100%)]

For back yard, personal firewood you can’t find a better happy medium than a 50cc - 60cc saw.
Stihl or Husky can’t go wrong. Anything else is a waste of time and funds.
At CanTire or at Princess Auto you can find bar and chain packages for dirt cheap for the smaller Husky’s.

I run MS461 32”, MS661 with 36”, 390XP 32”-36”mostly for work.
When I’m not bucking 4’+ wood I like my AV028WB and MS340 with 20” bars.
Heck on Friday I had the choice of an MS661, MS461, or MS170, I took the little one with 14” bar and had a blast bore cutting and notching boom sticks.

I had never used such a small saw before, it surprised me, did better than I thought it would.