Dolmar

[MasterBlaster]

Do any of you climb with a Dolmar ps3300th? It's a couple hundred dollars less than a MS200t, so, I dunno.....

How does it compare to the 200? 2nd place?

 

[Stumper]

I've never even seen that saw but with a name like Dolmar it just has to be good!

 

[MasterBlaster]

Around here Dolmar is non existant, yet I've read previous threads that said it was the Mercedes of chain saws.

So, how about it? Does ANYONE climb with them?

 

[MasterBlaster]

http://www.nhlawn.com/dolmer.html

Theres yur top-handled saw - ps330th! I guess nobodys used it yet. Must be brand new???

 

[SilverBlue]

Here’s a pic. Right away I don’t like the unprotected spark plug and is that a throttle lock on a tree saw? There’s an accident waiting to happen. Not too sure about the muffler bulging out from the side either, rather prefer a flush design.

Geez Butch, I guess if you don’t have a Dolmar your not living in “the real world” either eh?

 

[MasterBlaster]

Like I thought, 2nd place - maybe 3rd.

I just thought Dolmar was supposed to be super cherry.

Think I'll stick with what I'm using!

 

[Ryan Willock]

Brian, you took the words right out of my mouth!! Looks very similar the the Echo.

 

[Stumper]

I don't suppose that a shared design is impossible- particularly if Dolmar is just now rounding out its line with a top handle saw. The old Poulan XXV made it into a husky case for a couple of years. I would expect the sharing to take place between Dolmar and Solo though since they already do that. Does any one have a Pic of Solo's 633? The 634 looks a lot different but it is a semi tophandle.

 

[rahtreelimbs]

Solo 633

 

[Stumper]

Thanks Rich. At the very least the cases are radically different. Probably a different powerplant but who KNOWS?

 

[Saw Man]

Here's some info on the DOLMAR PS3300TH.

>Design almost 8-9 years old. Was a top of the line back then.
>Not super fast, but very easy to start in a saddle, excellent oiler, very, very reliable.
>Spark plug IS protected by the rear Anti Vibe handle. When properly hung from the rear handle loop, it is almost impossible for it to swing, and break the plug.
>Most every saw ever made has a throttle lock. Accidents don't happen unless improper techniques, or carelessness are used.
>Handle halves are seperately replaceable. Many competitive models aren't.
>Muffler is larger so it's cooler. Hence a larger cover.
>Muffler-Clutch cover is easily retained in the rear for Reduced vibration, and strength.
Muffler-Clutch cover is step design so the saw fits into tight spots.
>Echo's CS3000-3400 is a third generation design, that copied alot from the PS3300TH which is a second generation.

Next year a new DOLMAR top handle will be intro'd in the USA.
It's in Europe, but due to testing schedules it hasn't gotten thru yet.
Expect it to be a DOLMAR. Expect nothing but greatness.
I got a picture somewhere will post it later.

DOLMAR will never be in half the shops in any city. Not their style.
The Stihl rep in my area told a friend of mine that if he takes on DOLMAR, he'll go down the street, and set up another dealer, because he lose sales.
They had some distributor problems, but are comming on strong, but quietly.

Glad I held my tongue in check about DOLMAR before I ran some. Changed my opinion,...after.....I got educated.

 

[SilverBlue]

"Most every saw ever made has a throttle lock. Accidents don't happen unless improper techniques, or carelessness are used”.

Good one Saw man, exactly what proper technique would warrant the use of a throttle lock on a top handle saw in a tree? Never needed one on myMS200T . Still don’t like the unprotected spark plug on the Dolmar. And how would a larger muffler with a large surface area run cooler? It must be a high flow design compared to theMS200T .

 

[rbtree]

What is a 634, Stumper?

A Solo? I checked the Solo Germany website, and found only the 633.

I saw the infamous 633 with the broken handle when I was in Clearwater, but got busy and forgot to run it.

Brian, have you ever had any brake problems with your 3400's? Mine engages way too easily. Been too busy to see if I can figure out whether the spring is bad or the whole assembly needs replacing. That is what goes wrong with all 335 Husky brakes. Amazingly enuf, when I spoke to Husky tech support, the guy had no clue as to if a problem even existed. Nevertheless, I'm having Dan PP a new 338 for me as soon as he gets it in!

I have to agree, the 3400 handle shape and configuration, while a little flimsy, is by far the best of any top handle saw I have ever run. I still find it underpowered, even with the opened muffler, but certainly adequate. When I get the 338, maybe I'll put it's 14 inch bar on the 3400, which will pep it up a bit. But one thing I like about the 3400 is it's excellent reach due to the handle design, and thus like the longer bar length.

 

[ramanujan]

um... interia chain brakes save necks and other parts of the body that should not be cut with a chainsaw. i think i'd rather have my chain brake engage inconveniently at times than have it not engage when i need it to. we all make the occasional bad judgement call.

 

[rahtreelimbs]

One of my climbing saws is the Solo 633. I know that it won't set the chainsaw industry on fire with its speed. I like the saw!

 

[rahtreelimbs]

Originally posted by RockyJSquirrel
But if you like heavier saws I'll ship the weights to you and you can bolt them on your saw.

 

[Stumper]

Rog, The 634 is indeed a Solo. It is a Semi-tophandle- the rear handle is somewhat like the Stihl 009. The case is mostly plastic. It is quite a peppy little saw but isn't ideal as a climbing saw (it works but is somewhat more snag prone than the saws designed for climbing. I got mine used from Tony Marks. I'm not sure if it is still in their line or not. My only gripe with it is that the chain tends to loosen rather easily when cutting with pushing chain (the adjuster vibrates loose and the bar shifts).

 

[rbtree]

Brian, Thanks for the info and help!
I've been so busy lately that I haven't even checked out the brake. But the band must be shot, as it allows the chain to spin with the brake on. As well, the brake actuates much too easily, and probably easier than it used to. Cleaning may help that problem, as it sometimes does on the 335. But I may need a new band and or clutch drum.

Stumper, thanks for the info. I wuz just curious....

 

[Saw Man]

Whether or not any of us like, or even start saws the way some Ops manuals are written isn't the point, or even the question.
The way described in most is the safest way in most every case.

Silver Blue- not intending to tell you that if the shoe fits, wear it.
My posts can sometimes be sterile, and abruptly to the point. I'm only interested in the correct facts simply like those I've posted.
No pain intended, or directed to you.

Since the PS3300TH has been out, under two different makers names, I can't remember ever having sold-warranty a spark plug due to breakage.
Do agree with you, and Rocky that a protective cover would be nice to look at, and make one feel more protected.

Now as to the muffler & cover an larger muffler not only can make a saw run cooler, run quieter, but when your cutting in a tight area like a crotch, or the muffler is up against a bimb, the blast of hot air isn't so hot as compared to a smaller muffler-cover.

Manufacturers have to comply with 'skin tempature' ratings of mufflers & covers. beleive it's referred to as the San Demas Test.

You'll be glad to know the new DOLMAR top handle does have a spark plug guard, and a flat muffler-clutch side cover.
They heard you, and listened.

 

[Kneejerk Bombas]

I hope Dolmar copied the Husky 335 spark plug protector of a few years ago...we had one last through TWO trees!