I think the Homelite 2100 has converted me.

[klickitatsacket]

Wow! I just got home from the shop (wife is upset because it is 11:00 here). I got engrossed with the tearing down of a junk Homelite 2100 that I bought from a walk in. This thing was trashed. I tore it down even though it was froze up because of the carburetor and a few usable parts.

As I tore into this thing I began to realize what all these guys (NON- Stihl) have been talking about. I can also see why they are no longer around in the form of the saws they use to be. This thing is built like a tank and the cylinder is like honey comb with all the transfer ports. I do not believe any saw manufacturer could build a machine like this and stay competitive price wise; not even with the over priced Stihls. The piston has a full 360 degree skirt and can see a lot of room for exhaust porting. If I can ever find one in better condition I believe I found my next toy to play with.

I have the Tillitson carburetor if anyone needs it. I think I can save the piston and cylinder. The rings are stuck right now but have it soaking in a penetrating oil bath and I will see if I can polish out the cylinder in the morning.

You know the funny thing about this saw is that I have never even ran one. After running other Homelite Wiz's and seeing how this thing is built I believe I might have been over looking some real gems.

 

[Al Smith]

Still got teeth

Those old dogs still have teeth.Amazing,isn't it?Get a hold of one that runs,sometime.It'll make a believer ought of you.You might want to wear your ear plugs though.

 

[Lobo]

Yep! but unfortunately those homi days are very long gone. They were heavy also.

 

[ghitch75]

i got a super xl auto that i have had for 15 years and it was have a over heating problem and a little timing adjustment solved that....it might be a little heavy but it sure cuts fast and starts in 2 pulls.......

 

[oldwild]

I have spent alot and I mean alot of time on my 1130 rebuilding and restoring it! Definitely these are saws from Homelites best days!

 

[Al Smith]

Heavy,humbug.

The Homelite 2100s,McCulloch Super Pro 125,Husky 3120,and Stihl MS 880,all weigh within less than 1 pound of each other.The Mac is heaviest at 23 lbs.The Stihl is lightest at 22.2 lbs.So much for the myth.