Need Homelite Super 2 Saw Replacement

[denn]

I have a Stihl MS251 but it's to heavy for brush and trimming.
I've been using my Homelite Super 2, it now doesn't have spark so I took another Super 2 apart and rebuilt the carb.
I can't get the carb gasket to seal (pressure test) it seems to be to hard (it's OEM kit)
The Super 2 is the perfect saw for me, I only use about 1 to 2 qts. of fuel a year.
I don't have enough years in me to pay $500 for a saw.
I never used a top handle saw, what do you think of 35.2cc Holzfforma® G111 Top Handle ( Stihl 200T copy)
Is there a saw that is as light as the super 2 with the same power?

 

[irhunter]

The CS-310 will get you in about the same cc/weight for pretty short money.

https://www.echo-usa.com/chainsaws/cs-310#specs

Roy

 

[denn]

Thanks for your reply
CS-310 is 8.8 lb.
CS-361P is 8.4 lb. but the dealer doesn't carry that model.
CS-3410 is 8.2 lb. dealer had on stock, it felt bulky and heavier then the Super 2
CS-2511PN is 5.7 lb. pricey $$$, I would think it's a little under powered, that maybe a trade off for weight?

 

[kshansen]

If you don't want the Super 2 anymore any chance you would ship it to me up in Syracuse NY? I have a couple and might be able to make use of some of the parts.

 

[irhunter]

Thanks for your reply
CS-310 is 8.8 lb.
CS-361P is 8.4 lb. but the dealer doesn't carry that model.
CS-3410 is 8.2 lb. dealer had on stock, it felt bulky and heavier then the Super 2
CS-2511PN is 5.7 lb. pricey $$$, I would think it's a little under powered, that maybe a trade off for weight?

I think you're right...no fully-equal options unless you spend enough to get the smallest pro saws.

Odd that there are not 25cc homeowner saws. Or, not any that I am aware of.

If the NOS gasket is too hard to seal, what about getting fresh gasket material and making one? Or, gasket-plus-Dirko?

Roy

 

[denn]

Stihl MS 194 C-E is 7.7 lb., I don't think dealers carry it and the same price as the Echo CS-2511PN, 5.7 lb.
Is there somewhere I can send the carb to have it rebuilt?
I could try a Chinese kit, the gasket maybe softer.
kshansen:
no, I wouldn't part with them, (3)

 

[irhunter]

Stihl MS 194 C-E is 7.7 lb.

The Stihl web site says I can pick one up at my dealer. I don't think that means they have it in stock, necessarily. It's about 500 bucks!

What brand/model is the carb on the Homelite?

Roy

 

[dankas]

I have a Stihl MS251 but it's to heavy for brush and trimming.
I've been using my Homelite Super 2, it now doesn't have spark so I took another Super 2 apart and rebuilt the carb.
I can't get the carb gasket to seal (pressure test) it seems to be to hard (it's OEM kit)
The Super 2 is the perfect saw for me, I only use about 1 to 2 qts. of fuel a year.
I don't have enough years in me to pay $500 for a saw.
I never used a top handle saw, what do you think of 35.2cc Holzfforma® G111 Top Handle ( Stihl 200T copy)
Is there a saw that is as light as the super 2 with the same power?

Take a look at the Neotec 2500 th...I've been using one for a year, it's worked reliably.
while I've got a Super 2 can't us it for the volunteer work I do as lacks current safety stuff...

https://neotecworld.com/products/ne...-gas-chainsaw-25-4cc-portable-mini-chain-saws
First, sign up for their emails, you'll get a 15% off coupon, US shipped 140$- I did this, China shipped $70...
Best!

 

[telecasterfool]

I own two super 2s. If you want a small top handle, and you want new, the cho cs-271t is 6.6 lbs, and the cs-355t is 8 lbs. I own both, and find them reliable.

 

[kshansen]

Stihl MS 194 C-E is 7.7 lb., I don't think dealers carry it and the same price as the Echo CS-2511PN, 5.7 lb.
Is there somewhere I can send the carb to have it rebuilt?
I could try a Chinese kit, the gasket maybe softer.
kshansen:
no, I wouldn't part with them, (3)

Understand! I too am up in the years and not sure how much longer I'll be even handling the Super 2's. Still have the first one I bought on July 25 1975! It has been my main saw for cutting fire wood all these years. Did get a second hand Poulan 2150 when I married second wife but have more trouble getting it started and working than the old Homelite.

 

[denn]

irhunter:
It's a Walbro HDC 65 carb., I'm not sure about the 65
I never used a top handle saw, I don't know if I would like a top handle saw.
dankas:
That's looks like the JonCutter G2500, then there's the, Holzfforma G111 Top Handle (Stihl MS200T copy)
https://www.farmertec.com/35-2cc-Ho...Are-For-MS200T-020T-Chainsaw-pd545144278.html

 

[telecasterfool]

Denn, it sounds like the super 2 is the saw for you. I thought I had two, but I have one Super 2, and on LX-30 Bandit, which I believe uses the same engine assembly with a different handle configuration. Anyway, I am never going to use them, so you can have both if you pay the shipping. I am zip code 60451 if you want to research the cost. I just went out and got the Super 2 running, and then got the Bandit to fire off with mix in the carb. (needs a fuel line to the tank.) I'm pretty sure I did carburetor work on the bandit years ago. Please let me know your thoughts.

 

[kshansen]

Denn, it sounds like the super 2 is the saw for you. I thought I had two, but I have one Super 2, and on LX-30 Bandit, which I believe uses the same engine assembly with a different handle configuration. Anyway, I am never going to use them, so you can have both if you pay the shipping. I am zip code 60451 if you want to research the cost. I just went out and got the Super 2 running, and then got the Bandit to fire off with mix in the carb. (needs a fuel line to the tank.) I'm pretty sure I did carburetor work on the bandit years ago. Please let me know your thoughts.

Telecasterfool, If Denn does not want the Super 2 I would be interested.

 

[denn]

telecasterfool:
That's a very thoughtful of you, but I'm going new.
I'm going to have to up the $$$, thinking Echo CS-2511PN
I would still like to find a shop that rebuilds Homelite carbs, I may post that in chainsaw forum.
Thanks