Agreed. A 28" lite on a 660 is about perfect even though its about same weight as a 20es.
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Agreed. A 28" lite on a 660 is about perfect even though its about same weight as a 20es.
Ron660
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If you keep feeding that 461 a steady diet of vitamins (Motul 800 2T off-road at 32:1) he'll be fine. Just occasionally mix some banana oil with the bar lube.
Ron660
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I have a regular 28"ES bar on my 660. Maybe I need to try a 28 or 32" ES light. Extra weight adds up quick after a few tanks of fuel.
KG441c
Keith
We can put the 28 es light on the 660 next time u r down so u can get a feel for it
redbull660
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email dave and get a 28" tsumura. ES light is good as well. Close to same price when u figure in sales tax and driving.
I've tried it several time with the 28" regular weight bars. I'll do a tank or 2 on the 660 and be like this sucks! lol Then I'll put the 28 tsumura on and I'll go another 4 tanks no problem. It's amazing how a shift in balance (cuz the weight savings is probably around 1lb only) makes a giant difference.
I have both of those sizes I would part with. I want to make an order of the tsumura after new years and was going to sell the ones I have.
Ron660
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Does the Tsumura weight close to an ES light in both 28" bars? Tsumura are also the Total brand of bars?
Ron660
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Good deal. PM sent.
redbull660
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stats and pics are here my man ... http://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/bar-data-picture-thread.265892/
if I remember right the difference is a few oz. But it's pretty tough to discern the difference, I think because they both balance exceptionally well.
Yup Tsumura makes Total. But Total is a solid bar.
Ron660
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Good deal. Yes they're very close in weight. Thanks for that post on all the bars.
porsche965
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Just picked up a 36 stihl light bar and chains. Had the oiler turned up on the 661. Now where are those Goonies!
Ron660
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So you prefer the 3/4 wrap handle on the 660? I'm considering getting one.
redbull660
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I prefer the 660R. cuz it's like what $30 more? and you get the wrap and HO oiler and large clutch cover. Stihl should only make 661R and 660R Just sayin!
If nothing else I'd get the R model for the HO oiler and or large clutch cover. Sell the handle if you don't like it. Buy a used regular one and paint it if it's too ugly. Probably easy to find?
to directly answer your question - I like the wrap design better and how the top of the handle continues further.
If nothing else I'd get the R model for the HO oiler and or large clutch cover. Sell the handle if you don't like it. Buy a used regular one and paint it if it's too ugly. Probably easy to find?
to directly answer your question - I like the wrap design better and how the top of the handle continues further.
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Thanks. I think I'll go that route. I spoke with a Stihl rep. several days ago and they said I couldn't order a "R" kit for my 660. They said I would have to order each part separate. I found out that's very pricey. At least I have the chain roller on my bar spikes so far..lol. HO oiler is next.
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There is a pin next to the oiler adjustment that is a stop for max oil,you can tap the pin in to be able to turn the adjust screw more to gain more oil.
KG441c
Keith
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Is that for a 660 also?There is a pin next to the oiler adjustment that is a stop for max oil,you can tap the pin in to be able to turn the adjust screw more to gain more oil.
redbull660
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http://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/661r-fever-its-here.267957/page-2#post-5078224
I posted a pic of the oiler pin on the 661.
KG441c - 660 does not have that pin.
I posted a pic of the oiler pin on the 661.
KG441c - 660 does not have that pin.
KG441c
Keith
Figures! Was trying to savE my buddy alil money on his 660 from buying a HO oiler
KG441c
Keith
Guess they r adding some nice features to the newer saws today. Thats pretty nice to be able to tap that pin
He can buy the parts for around $40 or the whole oiler for $90.
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