18" and smaller? Get a 261CM, remove the baffle in the muffler, and run a 20 inch bar.
I used a ported 241 for such work, btw.
If you were to buy a new saw 60 cc and under
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18" and smaller? Get a 261CM, remove the baffle in the muffler, and run a 20 inch bar.
I used a ported 241 for such work, btw.
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Keith
For that tree a 241c would be fun to cut with and light
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That is what I am looking to do. I believe a new 60cc saw will fit the gap between my old homelites. For the firewood I typically cut I don't think I can go wrong with 60 cc.
Me too. But this is a pick one and only thread with no budget, so have fun and choose wisely.
I have a 82 cc homelite that is used with 20" bar and up, looking for a 60cc setup for 16-18" bars
Even with all the limbs? still use the 440?[/QUOTE]
No, I start out with the limbing saws , the Husky 346 or the stihl 261 then when I feel they are getting a little slow in the bigger logs I switch to the 440 Stihl. You don't need a 60 CC saw get a 70 CC saw.
sunfish
Fish Head
I prefer the small mount. All my saws except the 562 are small mount.
Me too , ive given them all a fair shake now , i know its different strokes for different folks but id like to see someone run a 2260 and a 362 back to back..not just cutting 2 cookies and keep a straight face and say they like the 362 better.
Thornton
40:1 wide open like a chicken on a chain
Jonsered 2253 or Husqvarna 550XP, depending on color preference.
18" bar.
Find a tree and have fun.
I agree MS 241 and 261 you cant go wrong but you need both
I work in forestry professionally. All I have is a 181, a 241 and an 044. It's all I need. Hell, I fell an 18" spruce that was in my christmas tree way yesterday with the 181. If I had a 261(which I would prefer), I would sell the 241.
Then you have to consider bar and chain swaps with all different brands is a pain. Its nice to have interchangeability.
I didn't see anyone mention the 545/Jred 2252, which is a 550 mechanically, just less aggressive tuning.. It's also a hundred bucks cheaper. I love mine.
If I was buying it, my choice in the class would be a 555 with a 20" bar.. IMO, that is the peak performer for the money spent, besides the Echo 590. A ported 362 is gonna cost the better part of a grand. That's a lot of money for one saw, especially a 60cc.
If I was buying it, my choice in the class would be a 555 with a 20" bar.. IMO, that is the peak performer for the money spent, besides the Echo 590. A ported 362 is gonna cost the better part of a grand. That's a lot of money for one saw, especially a 60cc.
Thornton
40:1 wide open like a chicken on a chain
I know..that'd be me..thats my tailgate.
That's why I posted it i wanted it but didn't have the $
Let me throw in my two cents again with a longer explanation. You say you want a 60cc saw so go pick a 60ishcc saw that handles the best for you, preferably a pro model that our porting wizards have had good success modifying. Have it ported.
Basis for recommendation: The speed of the saw though important is not the biggest factor in productivity - you are. The more comfortable you are with a properly sized saw the more efficient and productive you will be. Once you pick the saw that handles best to you, then get it ported to achieve its maximum efficiency and productivity. Pick your accessories and chains with the same in mind. A former AS poster was known for saying with reference to chains types and the frequency of sharpening "faster by seconds, slower by minutes." The same principle applies to saws. A poor handling fast saw will likely result in less productivity at the end of the day than a slightly slower but better handling saw.
Ron
Basis for recommendation: The speed of the saw though important is not the biggest factor in productivity - you are. The more comfortable you are with a properly sized saw the more efficient and productive you will be. Once you pick the saw that handles best to you, then get it ported to achieve its maximum efficiency and productivity. Pick your accessories and chains with the same in mind. A former AS poster was known for saying with reference to chains types and the frequency of sharpening "faster by seconds, slower by minutes." The same principle applies to saws. A poor handling fast saw will likely result in less productivity at the end of the day than a slightly slower but better handling saw.
Ron
Scenario tree Hard maple Pictured between barn and trailer. Imagine it in an open field and 16-18" at stump
1 saw drop/limb/buck. Go
346xp. No need for much more than that.
For limbing you can not go wrong with the 346 that is where it shines
sunfish
Fish Head
I use mine for a lot more than limbing...For limbing you can not go wrong with the 346 that is where it shines
