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ret

08-04-2004 14:27:24




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got to get one for nephew to use while he is visiting. Probably won't be used too much after that, just occassionaly, so don't want to spend big bucks on one. Of the cheaper ones out there, any suggestions of which one? Need at least a 18" bar. Thanks REt




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Brad

08-08-2004 10:32:30




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to ret, 08-04-2004 14:27:24  
My only experience is with Stihl. A neighbor and I bought a used one in 1978; he still uses it, I have a new Stihl Farm Boss. A used Stihl beats a new one of any other brand, any day.



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Robert

08-06-2004 12:42:38




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to ret, 08-04-2004 14:27:24  
I had an 18" Poulan, that I bought at Wally World. After a few months use, it got to where it just wouldn't start with less than about 300 pulls (well, it SEEMED that way, LOL!).
I took it back and got a 16" Poulan instead. Best move I've ever made! Not only does it start easy, it runs good, and is easier to manage than the 18".
I believe Poulan makes a decent saw for the price. There are times when mine gets some pretty heavy use, too. Good Luck on whatever you decide!

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MAC,IL

08-05-2004 10:36:24




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to ret, 08-04-2004 14:27:24  
I think sears has about what you are looking for on sale now, a poulan, OK for small jobs and occassional use.



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JT

08-05-2004 10:01:33




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to ret, 08-04-2004 14:27:24  
The best little low priced saw I have found is a Poulan Pro or a little Homelite, The differance, the little homelite are not isomounted, then Poulan Pros are.



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CRUSADER

08-05-2004 08:48:24




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to ret, 08-04-2004 14:27:24  
Ret,
I also was in the need for a chainsaw (my Poulan died), but wasn't needing it for full time use. I was in Sear's looking at thier saws, and the sales lady went into the store room and brought out a couple of saws that they had. I bought an 18" Craftsman for $90.00. It was new in the box, a couple of years old model and looks exactly like the Poulans except a different color paint. If your looking for a chain saw for occasional use you may want to try your nearest Sears store. A simular saw for the same price would've cost me at least $190.00 at Lowe's or any other stores.

Jim

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Vern_MI

08-05-2004 04:41:43




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to ret, 08-04-2004 14:27:24  
I've had a 16" Jonsered (no longer available) for years and thought it was the berries. I found an old 20" Homelite Super XL 360 with a Wilson bar at a flea market for $20. That Super XL will cut wood like a hot knife through butter but it is considerably heavier than the Jonsered.



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TimFL

08-04-2004 21:08:46




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to ret, 08-04-2004 14:27:24  
Got a $120 craftsman for my Dad to use around his cabin. He thinks it is the best thing since mashed potatoes. Only uses it a couple times a year and seems to be fine. I know the chainsaw pureists are out there that will scream Stihl or Husky or whatever, but do you need a $500 chainsaw? Most of the budget units are all made the same anyway.

My $.02



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TimS

08-08-2004 08:52:33




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 Re: speaking of chainsaws in reply to TimFL, 08-04-2004 21:08:46  
I pefer Stihl saws, but I also only buy used ones at flea markets, etc.

Whatever you get, get a spare bar and several spare chains. Almost any saw that will run decently will cut well with a good sharp chain on it.



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