MS361 Full Wraps

[WACutter]

After reading this thread on Stihl 361 full wrap bars by Lakeside53, I really wanted one. Lo and behold, a few new OEM kits showed up on Ebay recently for a good price. Although the kit available only included the bar, updated a/v mount, and screws, I figured I would see how it went without the added dog and larger clutch cover.

I thought I would take a few pictures of the kit nice and clean, before I tried it out this weekend. The new bar has thicker grip material than the original, and is made of metal instead of plastic. It feels far more substantial to me. Being an OEM kit, the fit and finish is on par with the saw itself. Can't wait to try it.

Some eye candy......

 

[Cedarkerf]

Yer gettin there.

Once you have the double dogs and tall clutch cover you will be a true PNW cutter. Had to say it before Gas does.:hmm3grin2orange:

 

[chowdozer]

After reading this thread on Stihl 361 full wrap bars by Lakeside53, I really wanted one. Lo and behold, a few new OEM kits showed up on Ebay recently for a good price. Although the kit available only included the bar, updated a/v mount, and screws, I figured I would see how it went without the added dog and larger clutch cover.

I thought I would take a few pictures of the kit nice and clean, before I tried it out this weekend. The new bar has thicker grip material than the original, and is made of metal instead of plastic. It feels far more substantial to me. Being an OEM kit, the fit and finish is on par with the saw itself. Can't wait to try it.

Some eye candy......

How come that saw is so clean?

Had to ask before Gas did.

 

[WACutter]

Clean Saw

I admit, it is still a virgin :biggrinbounce2: . I just bought it a while back, and haven't gotten around to playing with it or taking it out yet. Been fighting with an older, cranky 440.

I guess I need some before and after pictures!

 

[SinglerM]

Ooooohhhhh......Aaaaaahhhh.

I WANT ONE!

How much did the hit cost?
I'm getting a 361 soon. (sooner)

Mitch

 

[SinglerM]

You get to be the first guy on the block with one.

Cool.

 

[chowdozer]

I WANT ONE!

How much did the hit cost?
I'm getting a 361 soon. (sooner)

Mitch

They don't sell them in Utah. :hmm3grin2orange:

 

[WACutter]

The guy on Ebay still has a few

It looks like there are a couple left on Ebay. $55 plus shipping. Mine was new in a Stihl baggie.

http://cgi.ebay.com/STIHL-MS361-FUL...4605239QQihZ015QQcategoryZ20538QQcmdZViewItem

 

[BC_Logger]

they make other handles that are not full wrap:hmm3grin2orange:

 

[Pablo26]

Great looking handle bar there. I wasn't quite sold on the stock uber plastique,(too much time on a bro in law 's ms290?) but that set up is the ticket, sweet!

 

[SinglerM]

Ha,Ha.

They don't sell them in Utah. :hmm3grin2orange:

That would figure
I'm still cracking up.

Mitch

 

[manual]

Looks Good, I'm sure it will be useful in your area.
You might want to order the improved chain catcher/ Double dogs Assy.

 

[beelsr]

good find on the flea. I was about to order the kit from my dealer today. Already had the double dogs so just the bar is fine.

 

[SawTroll]

they make other handles that are not full wrap:hmm3grin2orange:

Yep, I think the 361 is a bit small for a West Coast full wrap saw, but what do I know....:help: :help:

 

[SWE#Kipp]

Yep, I think the 361 is a bit small for a West Coast full wrap saw, but what do I know....:help: :help:

Troll you should try it on your 372 though very nice
and you don't loose the angle of the handle

 

[SawTroll]

Troll you should try it on your 372 though very nice
and you don't loose the angle of the handle

Ha Ha, I really don't need that saw, just wanted it - and it is a really nice blocking saw - can't wait to try it with a 16" and 3/8"x8, for bucking..,.....:greenchainsaw: :greenchainsaw:

 

[SWE#Kipp]

Bucking with that combo is pure fun

 

[Sprig]

Sweet! But far too clean! *cleans drool offa chin*
That is pretty good price too imo, now git out there and have some nice safe fun!! :chainsawguy: *tree* :chainsawguy:

 

[SawTroll]

Sweet! But far too clean! *cleans drool offa chin*
That is pretty good price too imo, now git out there and have some nice safe fun!! :chainsawguy: *tree* :chainsawguy:

The 372xpg is a pure "fun" saw for me, didn't need it at all....... :greenchainsaw: :greenchainsaw:

Don't tell Witchy......

 

[WACutter]

Sweet! But far too clean! *cleans drool offa chin*
That is pretty good price too imo, now git out there and have some nice safe fun!! :chainsawguy: *tree* :chainsawguy:

Heading out tomorrow! I noticed today that the ebay guy is now out of the 361 full wraps. Wonder where they all went??

I think that I'd consider the full wrap bar even if I didn't live in the Northwest To me, the saw feels much more solid in my hands, and the additional padding makes it more comfortable and easier to hold. I suppose that part of the perceived comfort factor, for me at least, could be that most of my saws have the full wrap, so I am just used to it.