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B.C.

03-27-2000 10:49:12

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Anybody got any opinions on Stihl vs Husqvarna in the 3.7 to 4.2 cubic inch size, 16 to 20 inch bar length for occasional use, like dealing with the odd tree blown down and so on? I'm not talking steady use. Thanks.

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Ben

05-08-2002 10:04:32

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

I own a Pioneer, but I have a Sthil leafblower and Sthil has a good reputation of being very reliable.

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Chuck K

03-28-2000 07:13:32

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

I own a lawnmower/saw repair shop and IMHO the husky is probably the better deal $ for $ of the 2 The Husky 51 is just about perfect for your usage and you may still be able to find them on a close-out sale. Husky has replaced the Model 51 so a lot of dealers are clearing them out. There as absolutely nothing wrong with them, Husky just decided it was time to change

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B.C. ..Thanks for the Input

03-28-2000 05:45:01

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

Your comments have the trend I kind of expected. They are both good but maybe for occasional use the Husky might be the better deal. Besides where I live there are more Husky dealers around. Guess I'm suspicious of the obvious.

I've had and liked a McCullough Pro Mac 610 with a 20 inch bar for the last 15 years. Mac has gone under, and it's already getting hard to find parts etc for it. The only things I didn't like about the Mac were that I often wished I had gotten a 16 inch bar instead, and that it seemed that a lot of things on it were chintzier than they needed to be.

If you talked to a Stihl, Husky or Jonesrud guy up around Duluth, which is where we lived when I bought the Mac, they acted like they wouldn't take the time to spit on Mac, Homelite or Poulan.

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Corky

03-28-2000 03:42:57

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

B.C if parts and service being equal in your area I would buy the husky they are much lighter.I have run Stihl and Huskys both and I cut 10+ cords a year.If money is no object get yourself a Dolmar those are built for commercial applications.But you can't beat them.Good luck

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wes

03-27-2000 22:55:43

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

well,i have a stihl 028.it hasn't failed me in the
15 years i've had it.i cut 4 to 6 cords a year
(when i'm not too lazy)and use it for lots of chores around house and property.i have even milled a little locust wood and assorted hardwood
stumps with it.i have fallen of a 20ft slash pile
with it,and dropped more than a couple times.i'm on my second bar due to my own uneven sharpening.
it still runs good even though i don't take very
good care of it.i paid $289 plus x-tras back then
and they haven't gone up much in comparison.i don't think my 028wood boss is still available,but
i'm sure one in that size range will do.
hope this helps.

wes

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D Ward

03-27-2000 17:03:04

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

Ignore the dealers that push one over the other. I've used Poulan (9 years service), Mac's, John Deere(12 years service and still cutting strong), and currently use primarily Stihl 86 and Husky 55 rancher real heavy. I'm hard on em. I can't say either is better, but the more you pay up front and the better you take care of em the longer they last. I also recomment getting a little larger (more power) saw than you think you need and putting a 2" shorter blade on it that you intended. Keep sharp chains well lubed and outta the dirt. Use recommended oil/fule/lube/filter service.

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Matt

03-27-2000 16:37:35

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

Husky are great saws but for the occasional use it will see a Stihl would work just fine. If you want to get the best then get a Husky.

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larry h

03-27-2000 16:28:06

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

we have sold them both and for service and quality there is no comparison the husky is way ahead in every way we would glad to quote you a price because we do ship nationwide if you know which model you want thanks larry

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Paul Fox

03-27-2000 14:29:01

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

My dealer, who serves the local pros that cut for a living, sells both Stihl and Huskies. He says it's six of one and a half-dozen of the other. After discussing my intended use, (6 cords of firewood a year, and maybe 3 or 4 days in the wood lot cleaning up deadfalls) he recommended a Stihl 025. I've been very happy. Starts good hot or cold, runs clean, good vibration control, decent on fuel.

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bbott

03-27-2000 11:28:51

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Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to B.C., 03-27-2000 10:49:12

They are both good mfgs and good saws.

I have (2) in that size range and like them
both.. My Stihl 028AVE Super hasn't given a single problem over all those years and lots of use... The newer saw is a Husky 51, 24" bar they
go for right at $300.. it runs good, is a bit lighter than the Stihl.. had it about 3 years, no troubles at all.

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Hendo (OR)

03-27-2000 20:57:01

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Re: Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to bbott, 03-27-2000 11:28:51

I have 3 Stihls, 029, 025 and some little thing, have used Stihls for over 30 years and they have out run Pulans & Huskeys of friends of mine, cord for cord of wood, they are easy starters, one pull usually but they are my preference.
I have also had a Remington, Macs, Pioneer and Homelite, none would hold up to real work, money always buys more.
I know that here in timbre country the only saws I see on the jobs are Stihl and Husquvarna, it is a personal thing I guess.

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Bart

04-05-2000 07:59:37

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Re: Re: Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to Hendo (OR), 03-27-2000 20:57:01

I personally like the Husquvarna best. I have two saws that are over 25 years old. we use them a lot and but you have to take care of what ever you get. I see people driving around with the saw in the back of a truck for three months at a time. It jsut seems to me that the Husquvarna turn more rpm than the Stihl. Stihl makes a good saw, but you get what you pay for.

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rvrwood

04-14-2000 22:58:26

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Re: Re: Re: Re: Expert Chain Saw Advice Wanted in reply to Bart, 04-05-2000 07:59:37

have used both stihl and husquvarna. ended up owning the husky. for general maintenance, cutting firewood, dropping small to medium hardwoods (up to 24" dbh) the husky 257 works very well. light, well made. do have a hard time starting it on occasion...but once you get your particle saws' starting quirks figured out, they become an old friend. careful though...wicked dangerous tools if not using common sense and thinking ahead.

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