7sleeper
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That is always a very objective way to analyze a product to exclude certain properties and only include other properties....
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Dolmar 6100 vs ms362
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After being fueled the dolmar would be heavier but run alot longer with 5oz extra on each tank. I have have the stamina to run a 90cc saw all morning so longer run time between fueling is better for me. As for nimbleness... I've heard the 6100 is pretty decent. I'll let you know once I own one!
PS: anyone outside the US want t buy and ship me a makita 6100???
WKEND LUMBERJAK
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It is very balanced to me the next guy may not think so. It runs a long time on a fill up. It seems a lot lighter than the 6401 that I had (now 84cc). Wish air filter was on the 6400-7900 series.
WKEND LUMBERJAK
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It is very balanced to me the next guy may not think so. It runs a long time on a fill up. It seems a lot lighter than the 6401 that I had (now 84cc). Wish air filter was on the 6400-7900 series.
XSKIER
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First, you got your #s wrong (362 is 13.0 lbs), second I hefted both saws side by side and could not tell the difference in weight (so who knows if the factory stated #s are correct), third you are ignoring the member who owns one of each and likes the 362 better. I'm not knocking the 562, I'm sure it is a great saw, but so is the 362. After running 6 tanks of fuel through the 362 I am very satisfied with my decision and that is all that matters. My decision was not bias. The M-Tronic is more sophisticated than Auto Tune. You just push the control lever down and pull the start cord, period! No purge bubble, half choke, full choke, etc. And if I carry one back up bar it will fit either the 044 or the 362.
There were sound reasons for my decision, and if you disagree with them you can buy what you like, but don't infer my decision was bias.
You also neglected to mention the reviews posted by consumers (many of them professionals) on the Husky website. Go look at their concerns and then tell me I made the wrong decision. There is a difference between bias and having your "eyes wide closed".
I like the looks of the new Air filter on the M-tune Stihl.
The Dolmar may be a Simpler overall design.
If you are shopping for Husqvarna now, you should also consider the 555. Priced lower, It is slightly less powerful than the 562xP, but also a smidge lighter due to a small bar mount and low top air filter. It's magnesium-cased construction is pro all the way.
If you have dealer support or were willing to shop online, the quality of the Jonsered 2258/ 2260 is comparable to the other saws in this conversation.
If I were shopping for a new 60cc saw, I'd dig up a NOS Jonsered 2159.
I'm not a huge fan of the 60cc class, in theory, but I'm always on the lookout for another Husqvarna 261/ 262xp! Or a good, cheap used ms361.
The Dolmar may be a Simpler overall design.
If you are shopping for Husqvarna now, you should also consider the 555. Priced lower, It is slightly less powerful than the 562xP, but also a smidge lighter due to a small bar mount and low top air filter. It's magnesium-cased construction is pro all the way.
If you have dealer support or were willing to shop online, the quality of the Jonsered 2258/ 2260 is comparable to the other saws in this conversation.
If I were shopping for a new 60cc saw, I'd dig up a NOS Jonsered 2159.
I'm not a huge fan of the 60cc class, in theory, but I'm always on the lookout for another Husqvarna 261/ 262xp! Or a good, cheap used ms361.
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This IS a convenient feature on StihLs. It is my understanding that the Ms261, the Ms362, AND the 441 all can comfortably run the same 18" bar/chain combo. For example.
my mistake on the weight of the 362 cm. I could have swore the Stihl website had it at 13.7 when I made that post. Mustang I don't dislike Stihl products I've owned 5 different stihls over the years including the 362 twice removed predecessor the 036 pro and it was a heck of a runner. I just like the nimbleness, av, air filtration and weight of the husky saws I run now. I still have a Stihl backpack blower and pro weed eater I wouldn't trade for the world. Have you ever owned a husky saw????
my mistake on the weight of the 362 cm. I could have swore the Stihl website had it at 13.7 when I made that post. Mustang I don't dislike Stihl products I've owned 5 different stihls over the years including the 362 twice removed predecessor the 036 pro and it was a heck of a runner. I just like the nimbleness, av, air filtration and weight of the husky saws I run now. I still have a Stihl backpack blower and pro weed eater I wouldn't trade for the world. Have you ever owned a husky saw????
Honestly if the weight difference is within 1/2# who cares? I mean honestly I have lightened up a saw 8-10 oz just by cleaning all the oil soaked wood dust out of it... just sayin...
but go ahead and continue.... where were we???
Ford vs Chevy or Chevy vs Dodge?
my mistake on the weight of the 362 cm. I could have swore the Stihl website had it at 13.7 when I made that post. Mustang I don't dislike Stihl products I've owned 5 different stihls over the years including the 362 twice removed predecessor the 036 pro and it was a heck of a runner. I just like the nimbleness, av, air filtration and weight of the husky saws I run now. I still have a Stihl backpack blower and pro weed eater I wouldn't trade for the world. Have you ever owned a husky saw????
No I haven't, wish money were no object and I could get one of each. My nephew (MechanicMatt) tested a 562 and was in love with it, I am not knocking Husky saws. My point was only that there were valid factors that led me to purchasing the Shihl (not bias) and the difference between the 562 and 362 ... well you may as well flip a coin, they are both excellent saws. The weight difference between the brands is significant in the 50 cc class, minimal in the 60 cc class, and disappears in the 70 cc class. That said some 261 owners report more low end torque than similar size Huskys, I don't know, I have never run them.
Bottom line is that both Husky and Stihl have used technology to make their pro saws cut like the older ones in the next size up, and that is a good thing for us. Also note that the 261 & 362 M-Tronic have better air filtration systems than previous generation saws of this size. With Stihl expanding the M-Tonic system to more saws buyers have more than one great saw in each size to choose from and that is a good thing. Enjoy your saws.
That may be true but it will out run it by a good margin (if both saws are stock) and the 261 C-M will likely run right with it. They will also be a little smoother with the new AV system. After using 70 cc saws for 20 years, the 362 feels like a light weight to me. I'm very pleased with this saw.
Hey, I have loved my 10 mm 044 for 20 years, but this saw is lighter and will cut right with it. I'm happy!
VINIFIREWOOD
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Anyone know of a comparison video of the 362 vs 562 ? Simillar to the one of the 6100 vs 562 posted earlier.
7sleeper
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That is a generel problem I believe. There simply exist no comparison videos of the 60cc class. Further it is always unknown how far the presented saws have been modified or not. So as long as no video material from a good source is presented I am highly skeptical of all this theoretical bias.
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These are both models I would like to run at a gtg. They both sound like they would be good for a firewood hack like me
I really don't like going to any manufacturer's or seller's website for reviews. Hell, I can build a website with good reviews already on it. Half the people usually sound like they are kissing the web owner's behind side. Nope, I'd rather glean info from somewhere like this where its an all out brawl. At least along with some jaded views there are many honest views, good or bad. You read enough on here you can see who has blinders on. If I bought something that was good I'd say so, and if I got a POS you can rest assured you'll here that, too. I sure ain't going to talk someone into making the same mistake, and I bet there are others in the world that are the same way.
