New saw...Stihl or Husky??

[SawTroll]

Agreed I'm moving up in size, but I just wanted to say that I'm currently using a 20" bar...the 24" has been recommended should I upgrade as it's easier on the back...less bending?

It could be easier, but it could also be the opposite, depending on exactly what you are doing at the moment. It sure weights more.....

And; Oddly enough, nobody has mentioned that the 385/2186 weights considerably more than the 460.....

 

[SawTroll]

Anyway with various Husky models, I was confused as to what was what. The dealers didn’t seem to know the max bar length for each model either.

With Stihl, they have an easy to read chart which shows consumer saws, pro saws, etc. Then they list max sized bars for each model. And power/weight of each model.
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This is a non-issue in my opinion.
Take a look at Huskys website and/or catalog, and you will easily find the info you need.
The dealers you have spoken to must be rather ignorant.

 

[SawTroll]

Note: With the 440/460, you can get the optional “Arctic version” which has a heated handlebar!

Another non-issue in the Husky vs. Stihl debate!
Take a look at G/XPG models from Husky or W/WH models from Jred.

 

[jokers]

Ah, I see mr. congeniality has spoken

I thought that I was rather congenial in my reply Lobo.

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA!

Don`t take it personally, it`s just that you are outspoken so your words make an easy target.

Oddly enough, nobody has mentioned that the 385/2186 weights considerably more than the 460.....

SawTroll,

the difference in weight is about one pound but I feel that the superior balance of the 385 more or less negates the weight differential. The Air Injection and spring anti-vibe really make the 385 a nicer saw to run IMO.

Russ

 

[troopr1954]

Thanks...and another related question?

I wanted to thank everyone in this forum that responded to my newbie question...it's great to have such a wealth of knowledge available thats so freely given.
On another note, I'd like to educate myself on chain...
I'm running my 038 AV Super Pro with a 20" roller-nose bar (I'm SURE thats not what they're called but someone will tell me!!!) with a stihl oilomatic chain. The numbers on the box are: 3873 002 0072 33RS 72
Would someone comment on the suitabilty of this chain for fir, pine and birch firewood, some of which is 24"+ in diameter (logging landing leftovers)?
Also, can you explain what the figures mean, and what I should look for in a suitable chain for this purpose as far as raker depth, cutting angle etc?
Thanks again folks,

 

[fishhuntcutwood]

The numbers on the box are: 3873 002 0072 33RS 72
Would someone comment on the suitabilty of this chain for fir, pine and birch firewood, some of which is 24"+ in diameter (logging landing leftovers)?
Also, can you explain what the figures mean, and what I should look for in a suitable chain for this purpose as far as raker depth, cutting angle etc?
Thanks again folks,

For Stihl chain, the numbers you need to worry about are the 33RS 72. Instead of my trying to explain it, here it is demystified for you-

http://www.stihlusa.com/chainsaws/identify.html

As far as maintaining your chain angles and depth gauges, just get a file guide. It'll keep you at 35 degrees on the cutter and should have a measurement to check your depth gauges (rakers). Most run them at .025" or thereabouts. There are exceptions, but this a a good starting point.

Again, do a search and you'll find plenty of reading.

Jeff

 

[Lobo]

I thought that I was rather congenial in my reply Lobo.

HA HA HA HA HA HA HA!

Don`t take it personally, it`s just that you are outspoken so your words make an easy target.

You are obviously as congenial as a large hemorrhoid !

 

[kevlar]

Don't kno if you have tried this yet but 33rsf chain might work a little better plus half of the cutting teeth to file.

 

[pbtree]

You are obviously as congenial as a large hemorrhoid !

 

[jokers]

You are obviously as congenial as a large hemorrhoid !

awwwww......did I hurt your feelings Lobo? Sorry, but I don`t waste congeniality on those whom I`ve found to be full of beans.

Russ

 

[SawTroll]

Don't kno if you have tried this yet but 33rsf chain might work a little better plus half of the cutting teeth to file.

The skipped cutting teeth is not replaced by extra non-cutting tie strap pairs, so the correct relationship is about 2/3 the cutters.
Exact relationship depends on the driver count.

 

[Lobo]

awwwww......did I hurt your feelings Lobo? Sorry, but I don`t waste congeniality on those whom I`ve found to be full of beans.

Russ

I am sure your ex must have recognised that when she dumped you !

 

[kentuckydiesel]

Awfully big saws and really long bar to just cut firewood with, unless you have some real huge trees you are blocking into firewood length.

I use an 038 for everything down to trimming small branches. I personally can't see why a person would want a smaller saw, we have some, but I don't use them. The 038 is just right most times, but has been a little too small on some occasions.

-Phillip

 

[belgian]

I use an 038 for everything down to trimming small branches. I personally can't see why a person would want a smaller saw, we have some, but I don't use them. The 038 is just right most times, but has been a little too small on some occasions.

-Phillip

I've been using a 038 for 15 years (as my single saw) for all my work (felling, limbing, bucking, cutting my hedge), but it"s only now that I've put this little MS200 to my tool collection, I realise how much fun it is to cut with a powerfull, lightweight saw. I barely use my bigger 361 anymore, except for really when I need it, of course, for the bigger stuff.
Operating a large saw wears you out sooner, and obviously requires more skill and care to operate. Size doesn't always matter !

 

[SawTroll]

....The numbers on the box are: 3873 002 0072 33RS 72
Would someone comment on the suitabilty of this chain for fir, pine and birch firewood, some of which is 24"+ in diameter (logging landing leftovers)?
........

Nobody has really answered your simple question so far, so I will do it.

The answer is, without any doubt, YES.
It should be one of the most suitable ones.
If you want to try other chain, I suggest Stihl 33RSC, Oregon 72LP or Oregon 72LG - in that order of priority.
The RSC and LP have anti-vibe chassis, and should be a bit smoother in the cut.

 

[jokers]

I am sure your ex must have recognised that when she dumped you !

Thanks for the concern Lobo.

Actually, since you have alluded to working in the mental health profession, my ex is an untreated manic depressive(she has been diagnosed but refuses treatment), she is to this day, and there is one very common validation characteristic that manic-depressives exhibit, can you guess what it may be? It makes things tough for a spouse or significant other. C`mon, exhibit some of your assumed accumen.

Since you brought my ex up, do you realize that even though I have been divorced for two years, my ex continues to live in my finished basement because I provide her with a safe haven, just as I did through 14 years of marriage.

Such a cheap shot Lobo, maybe you really are a nasty little man with psych isssues of your own. Don`t forget Lobo, I have stared down many dragons, the least of which wouldn`t even be you, you don`t exist that high on the food chain.

BTW, have you been to "whatsthebestlawnmower" lately or won`t they let you in anymore? Last I heard, they were considering legal action. hahahahaha!

Russ

 

[Tree Sling'r]

Take this for what its worth. We run 19 cutters right now 18 of us run Stihl and the lone "Orange Abortion - Husky" cutter makes a lot less money when we gypo. One thing I will say though, they are light and have little vibration.