hilltopper
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If I were interested in starting a chainsaw collection, which brand would be available to buy and get parts for rebuilding.
Collectable Vintage Chainsaws
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If you have no particular brand in mind then the most prolific old vintage saws would be McCulloch and Homelite.
Piuoneerguy600
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hoss
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I agree with Jerry, especially if the homelite is a 750!
You might start small by seeing what you can find at local auctions, yard sales, flea marts or talking to saw shops that have old saws in their parts piles.
I would stay away from the homelites as all the parts and saws you see out there are accounted for....just lacking money at the moment! :monkey:
Ok on a serious note, you cannot go wrong with any brand really. Buy a few you think are cool and play with them a bit then make a decision on which you like the best and go with it.
Ok on a serious note, you cannot go wrong with any brand really. Buy a few you think are cool and play with them a bit then make a decision on which you like the best and go with it.
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Teddy.Scout
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If I were you I would only collect
Dolmar 166's and large Homelites, pretty much any thing over 100cc's
I don't think that you would want to collect any large Stihl's
probably want to stay away from them! LOL
Seriously, take your time, look at pics (this site, internet, and ebay)
Find a brand, size, ARE HECK ANY.
I learned that for my self it is easier for me to maintain and repair same or related saws, for parts, gaskets, ect.
But a more serious note, you have now gone from a recreational user of saws to a full blown addict! It is all down chain from here now! WELCOME ABOARD!
Dolmar 166's and large Homelites, pretty much any thing over 100cc's
I don't think that you would want to collect any large Stihl's
probably want to stay away from them! LOL
Seriously, take your time, look at pics (this site, internet, and ebay)
Find a brand, size, ARE HECK ANY.
I learned that for my self it is easier for me to maintain and repair same or related saws, for parts, gaskets, ect.
But a more serious note, you have now gone from a recreational user of saws to a full blown addict! It is all down chain from here now! WELCOME ABOARD!
hoss
Addicted to ArboristSite
Yeah you know,.........that's where I found all my 750's.
A shop that has been in buisness for a long while and is willing to let you peak and deal can be a treasure trove.
hoss
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I think he should start learning all he can about 084's, 090's and especially the legendary and most desireable 090G with big top end. After that start searching all craigslist Ohio stihl listings and any large Stihls on ebay. Yup that's what he should do.:greenchainsaw:
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Teddy.Scout
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I was inevitable! :greenchainsaw:
hoss
Addicted to ArboristSite
What??? I'm just givin a new collector some sound start up advice. I guess you can't see my halo from there.:angel:
lesorubcheek
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Finding parts is half the fun. I recommend go over to Mr. Acres site and look over some of the models and see if any grab your attention. Many of the listings have photos. Search for threads around here and see how much info you can find on the models that interest you. Ask yourself the reason you really want to get into older saws.
I think most of us have a reason we prefer certain saws. For myself, it started with my father having a 350 Homelite that needed a little fixing up.
Dan
I think most of us have a reason we prefer certain saws. For myself, it started with my father having a 350 Homelite that needed a little fixing up.
Dan
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Teddy.Scout
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Chumming up to the neighbor, I see what is going on Also you will meet like people looking for the same items.
That I had to learn!
Parts are a fun hunt, seems like you will never find them, but then one shows up! Keep in mind I have been on the look out for certain saws-parts for as many days as some have years!
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RandyMac
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There are so many types, from many "ages", that you may have a tough time making a choice. While my focus is McCullochs, I have some Homelites and a few examples of saws that interest me. Pick a brand or motor type, you could have a large collection of nothing but chainsaws powered by that 77cc Westbend motor.
Yep, I agree.
I would look for 166's with bad pistons.
Then i could sell a couple.
And if you can't find any 166's i would
go after Stihl 090G's
Lee
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Teddy.Scout
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2 against one! Good thing I am built like a runner!! LOL!
But if you find a 090G you will need a handy dandy rim sprocket for it!
LOL
Frank Boyer
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Craig's List can be an addiction that is part of CAD. Yesterday, on the S F Craig's List, there was a 090 for $50. I missed it. He said that it ran!!
kevinm1980
ArboristSite Lurker
i like the old homelites, i fell in love with my 77cc xl-922, and recently bought a running xl-12 and used it on a early camping trip and fell in love...lol now i got 4 of them.... my friends took pictures of me cutting firwood on our camping trip and i look soo cool useing that old saw....lol
dt6266
ArboristSite Operative
I agree with Jerry, especially if the homelite is a 750!
im still looking for a 750 that i wont have to take out a second mortgage to get one
Mastermind
Work Saw Specialist
If you started with an XL 12 you could find them in droves...plus they are easy to work on...parts are also not a problem. I would like to have a 044 with a fried piston...hint...hint.
