My new 260 Pro took no prisoners today

[Plasmech]

Take off the 7 tooth 325 rim replace it with 8 or switch to 3/8. Service the air cleaner regularly and I doubt it takes any more then other comparible saws. Every 50cc + saw I run with 325 7 took to much gas. I like to have some wood cut before I start refueling saws.
I think he meant it burned more gas because it was being used more often.
I prefer bigger saws but in that class I wouldn't go out of my way to buy anything else. I have a fair amount of hours behind the 346 and 026 and I like the feel of the 026. Haven't noticed the 346 better in handling charactoristics or reliability and I believe it takes up less space in my truck tool box. Mabe the 346 is a bit faster,definately somewhat smoother and better air filteration. They come a long way from making an 026 or 260 obselete in my book.:greenchainsaw:

Wouldn't changing to a .375 chain put *more* strain on the engine...being that its more aggressive?

 

[woodshed]

Wow, if he likes the MS260 so much he would abslutely $hit his drawers if he ever had the opportunity to run a 346XP NE. Bliss comes at a price, for me it was $460. 346XP NE>MS260 PRO.

Scott

 

[SawTroll]

Wow, if he likes the MS260 so much he would abslutely $hit his drawers if he ever had the opportunity to run a 346XP NE. Bliss comes at a price, for me it was $460. 346XP NE>MS260 PRO.

Scott

You are right about the 346xp, but the 260 still is a good saw.....

 

[woodshed]

You are right about the 346xp, but the 260 still is a good saw.....

In the same way that a Farm Boss is a good saw...

Some dream of greatness, and some achieve.

Scott

 

[Wild Knight]

What is the difference between the 260 and 260 pro?

Does Stihl have plans to put the updated anti-vibe on the 260? Maybe call it a 261... Or are they not updating the anti-vibe to trying to keep this saw as light as possible?

 

[Frank Boyer]

A 260 with a muffler mod is much different after the mod. The 260 is a strong little saw. We don't need a 660/084 for everything.

 

[skid row]

What is the difference between the 260 and 260 pro?

Does Stihl have plans to put the updated anti-vibe on the 260? Maybe call it a 261... Or are they not updating the anti-vibe to trying to keep this saw as light as possible?

The 260 pro has an adjustable oiler and a decompression valve, the non-pro does not.

 

[mrpotatohead]

A shout out to all those considering the MS-260 Pro...

In my opinion, this puppy ROCKS. Again, I may be new to climbing but not to saws. I recently sold my 290 Heavy Boss and got a 260. So far, there hasn't been ANYTHING that the 290 did that the 260P can't. Nice and light, built like a tank like all pro models (except the 192 T C)...she's a ripper. Love this saw!

Throw a 20" bar on there and it's really sweet to limb with. My feeling is that this saw gets a bad rep because people think it doesn't have enough balls. I think it has plenty of balls to do what it was designed to do.

At some point I will need a 361 or a 441 but as of now, the 260P is taking care of everything.

What a good thread. Everyone for the most part is on a displacement kick it seems. But I've found that a lighter, more agile, better handling saw will get more work done due to the fact the saw doesn't wear you down as fast.

 

[woodyman]

I love my ported 026 but would like to try a 346XP.

 

[super3]

I traded my 14 tankfulls old 5100 for a 260P
Flame away

 

[Plasmech]

I love my ported 026 but would like to try a 346XP.

Cool. Got a pic that shows the porting a little closer?

Hey do you know if Husky saws will take Stihl bars and chains?

 

[Plasmech]

The 260 pro has an adjustable oiler and a decompression valve, the non-pro does not.

Some say the decomp valve is not worth it but in my opinion it is. Really takes the bite out of a start, especially if you're up a tree. But maybe I'm just a wimp.

 

[resotek]

Wow, if he likes the MS260 so much he would abslutely $hit his drawers if he ever had the opportunity to run a 346XP NE. Bliss comes at a price, for me it was $460. 346XP NE>MS260 PRO.

Scott

I don't like the el' cheapo primer bulb, ack-hum, I mean "Air Purge" bulb or the goofy choke / kill switch wobbly thing that feels like it's going to fall out. By my count, that THREE controls related to starting and stopping the darn saw. I'll stick to my tried and true single control. Oh, I really don't like those "Snap-loc" cover clips. I see many saws missing them because they're impossibly difficult to use. I'd hate to try them with gloves on.

So, in short, I'm glad you like the 346xp but we were NOT talking about it on this thread and I would certainly never buy one.

-Mel

 

[Evanrude]

I'll stick to my tried and true single control. Oh, I really don't like those "Snap-loc" cover clips. I see many saws missing them because they're impossibly difficult to use. I'd hate to try them with gloves on.

-Mel

Exactly why I will never consider a 346, or any husky for that matter. They just dont feel as good as a Stihl. BTW, I love my 260, I too use it more than any other saw I own. Just a flat out reliable, nimble, and good running, saw!

 

[woodyman]

Cool. Got a pic that shows the porting a little closer?

Hey do you know if Husky saws will take Stihl bars and chains?

Heres a couple pics of port job my first and I think some of the large mount Stihl and Huskys interchange with a spacer I think Baileys sells them.

 

[GrizzlyAdams86]

Here's all the saws I need:

260 Pro and 288xp. Might bring the others with for fun.

 

[Chaz1]

I don't like the el' cheapo primer bulb, ack-hum, I mean "Air Purge" bulb or the goofy choke / kill switch wobbly thing that feels like it's going to fall out. By my count, that THREE controls related to starting and stopping the darn saw. I'll stick to my tried and true single control. Oh, I really don't like those "Snap-loc" cover clips. I see many saws missing them because they're impossibly difficult to use. I'd hate to try them with gloves on.

So, in short, I'm glad you like the 346xp but we were NOT talking about it on this thread and I would certainly never buy one.

-Mel

Let me clue ya in a little. That little "air purge" / primer bulb is there for a reason. It's called "cold starting". If you lived up here in "The Great White North" you would grow to appreciate that "little thingy"!!!!!! Try starting your saw when it , say, 5 degrees outside! That was a primary reason for me to buy another saw. My MS260 Pro is a ****** to start. Sometimes the simple antiquated "choke system" just doesn't cut it. Hats off to Husky for it's ability to "think outside the box".

Hate to tell you this but I've always run Stihl saws. Yes they are good saws. But they are not flawless. The NE346XP is my first Husky. And I'm damned impressed. Bought it on the advice of my local Stihl/Husky dealer and his head mechanic as they both own these saws. They are personal friends of mine and gave me their honest opinions. They were right.

I have countless hours with boths of these saws bucking firewood.(We supply two camps and 5 households!) I can't knock the 260. Light, nimble but it is underpowered compared to the 346. And yes, we are talking about both of these saws by the way! As far as the plastic cowl clips go, they aren't a problem at all. They are MUCH, MUCH easier to use when you rarely have to open up the cowl to clean the air filter in the first place!!!!! Again, superior design.

Bottom line guys, try "thinking outside the box"!!!!!!!!! I did and it has paid big dividends.

 

[Plasmech]

Heres a couple pics of port job my first and I think some of the large mount Stihl and Huskys interchange with a spacer I think Baileys sells them.

Cool thanks!

 

[Raymond]

Let me clue ya in a little. That little "air purge" / primer bulb is there for a reason. It's called "cold starting". If you lived up here in "The Great White North" you would grow to appreciate that "little thingy"!!!!!! Try starting your saw when it , say, 5 degrees outside! That was a primary reason for me to buy another saw. My MS260 Pro is a ****** to start. Sometimes the simple antiquated "choke system" just doesn't cut it. Hats off to Husky for it's ability to "think outside the box".

Hate to tell you this but I've always run Stihl saws. Yes they are good saws. But they are not flawless. The NE346XP is my first Husky. And I'm damned impressed. Bought it on the advice of my local Stihl/Husky dealer and his head mechanic as they both own these saws. They are personal friends of mine and gave me their honest opinions. They were right.

I have countless hours with boths of these saws bucking firewood.(We supply two camps and 5 households!) I can't knock the 260. Light, nimble but it is underpowered compared to the 346. And yes, we are talking about both of these saws by the way! As far as the plastic cowl clips go, they aren't a problem at all. They are MUCH, MUCH easier to use when you rarely have to open up the cowl to clean the air filter in the first place!!!!! Again, superior design.

Bottom line guys, try "thinking outside the box"!!!!!!!!! I did and it has paid big dividends.

But..but I already have a STIHL tattoo.

 

[Chaz1]

But..but I already have a STIHL tattoo.

LOL That's hilarious!!!!