Truck/Camp Chainsaw

[geetar]

This, there are probably many others as well. Was having a brain fart.

Yea that's just the first one that came to mind that I knew for sure.

 

[Dsnow9]

Yea that's just the first one that came to mind that I knew for sure.

All my old stuff got stolen by a tweeker on a jobsite last year right out of the truck while we were in the yard. Now I have two 500i. They put the carb saws to shame. And I haven’t found a saw that beats the husky 562xp in the tree. It’s the weight of a Stihl 362 but cuts like a 462.

 

[geetar]

All my old stuff got stolen by a tweeker on a jobsite last year right out of the truck while we were in the yard. Now I have two 500i. They put the carb saws to shame. And I haven’t found a saw that beats the husky 562xp in the tree. It’s the weight of a Stihl 362 but cuts like a 462.

I'm running a 500i in the park. It's great.

 

[Salmonchaser]

Mixing stihls and huskies? I didn’t think that was allowed?

Called hybrid vigor!

 

[Salmonchaser]

The premix is also good for winterizing your saw, particularly if you’re not diligent about using ethanol free fuel during firewood/farming chores. Montana is usually the latest hunt and camp wood for me. Get home put the saw away and don’t touch it until March.

 

[pabearhunter]

The last saw I bought was just over 20 years ago. Still goes to camp every year in addition to cutting 5 or six cords of fire wood a year. Stihl MS 310. Still runs like a champ. Came upon a couple of guys cutting camp wood during my trip to Montana this year. They were doing pretty good with one of the Stihl electrics. I was impressed.

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[pabearhunter]

I am not a firewood cutter, so not something I will use much. Was pretty set on getting a light saw to keep in the truck during camping/hunting outings. Really liked the Echo 2511tn, more I read I see top handled saws should only be used by arborists in trees? That drew me to the Echo 2511pn. Both these saws are under 6 lbs, not sure what my current Husqvarna weighs, prly well north of 10, maybe 12 lbs. Lot of folks saying the electric saws now are great too, looking at the Stihl MSA 70cb as that’s on sale with an extra battery and charger. However that weighs a bit more at 6.6 lbs sans and 9.3lbs with battery. Kinda apples to oranges as the Exho weight of 5.7lbs is sans fuel but I think 10 ounces of fuel would still be well under 9lbs? Would like it to be light enough to do some minor trail clearing in some areas/trails I frequent if needed and I’d be carrying it. My dad always ran Stihl gas saws and swore by them but I also remember it being a PITA to start nearly every time I watched him. My Echo weedeater has been flawless when following the starting instructions so expect the same from their saws.

Will these both still leak bar oil? Prly just keep in a tote or case of some sort.

Anyone have any of these?

Top vs. rear handle?

Electric vs. gas? How do the electric saws do in colder temps?

I’m probably also going to grab a Silky saw to keep in truck 24/7.

Curious what other folk have found/used as well if there’s something I’m missing.

It is easier to carry a mixed can of gas than a generator to charge a battery !

 

[Hem]

This guy is loopy, but knowledgeable.

 

[Big Sky Guy]

This guy is loopy, but knowledgeable.

@mtmuley here you go. For some reason this guy also made me think of you even sans your comment above, .300RUM is also a do-it-all cartridge!

 

[pabearhunter]

It's pretty convenient to have a can of the pre mix as opposed to a gas can. Small and easy to store in the truck. mtmuley

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[2rocky]

This one doesn't leak oil.....




Might leak sweat though...


If I found one of these at a yard sale, I'd keep it under my back seat. We have packed them on a saddle horse on rides too.

 

[Wind Gypsy]

All my old stuff got stolen by a tweeker on a jobsite last year right out of the truck while we were in the yard. Now I have two 500i. They put the carb saws to shame. And I haven’t found a saw that beats the husky 562xp in the tree. It’s the weight of a Stihl 362 but cuts like a 462.

have you tried an MS400? on paper it looks better (weight/HP) but i understand that doesn't always play out functionally.

 

[cne-elk]

I have been thought hard about an electric ever since my Stihl went tits up. Some ignition coil they dont make for it anymore, some aftermarket but the saw shop wouldnt mess with after market. I bought one and tried it but have got it to fire up once and that was it. Good to hear remarks on the electric stihl would love to go with that but th eprice was too much sound slike coming down a bit.

I have a silky Katanaboy 650 I carry when i pack with my llamas. I am amazed at what it can cut through and how fast. Done a few 20-24 diameter firs and was done in less than 5 mins easy. Been thinking of getting another silky but smaller probably "big boy" for my son to us so we can double the time especially with some bigger trail clearing jobs thinking of doing this year.

 

[WVmike]

Hard to use anything else when all I've used is Stihl. Awesome saws. They are expensive though.

 

[hank4elk]

Have 2 Stihls and the old faithful Huskie 55.
Using premix from now on with the gas tools.
Use mostly the 170, small trees.

Just got a Stihl 6 inch trimmer w/oiler and a small blower. 2 batteries and chargers with both. Both the same size.
Can't wait til they come out with the pole attachment.
Can get into trunks easier now. PJ's are bushy.

Been buying quality cut split firewood from a friend the last couple years so I cut way less than I did. Lots of trees to trim up.

 

[Dsnow9]

have you tried an MS400? on paper it looks better (weight/HP) but i understand that doesn't always play out functionally.

There is a lot more to it than paper, when up in a tree with a saw sometimes weight distribution or handle angle can make a huge difference. Also, when you are using saws upside down and sideways some run better than others.

 

[44hunter45]

Is there a Stihl saw made today that will handle up to a 28 inch bar with no fuel injection or electronics? mtmuley

I run a MS361 with a 30 inch bar and full comp chain. It has survived some serious abuse. I like everything about it accept the new Stihl gas and oil caps. Carbed with the coil RPM limiter. Replaced the coil with an after market. It will hurt you if you are stupid.