SawTroll
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Sure, it has started to happen, but not with Stihl as far as I know - so far..........:censored:
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Sure, it has started to happen, but not with Stihl as far as I know - so far..........:censored:
FATGUY
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the proof is in the search function.
i have read the posts, you have ignored them or cried foul. no suprise really.
I'm just surprised you can read.:stupid:
Lakeside53
Stihl Wrenching
AVATAR?!?!? That's an actual photo!!!
lololol and you think that's a "beak"
ents
ArboristSite Guru
DR. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde.
new MS280 owner
Just breaking in my 280 this month. Several pounds heavier than my old 025 with the same bar length (18"). It seems to run much longer on a tank of gas although the fuel tank capacity is just 5cc higher. With a 10cc bigger engine displacement I'd expect it to be more fuel thirsty. Idling mode seems to be smoother and quieter than the 025. Even with an Elastostart cord upgrade I occasionally get too much compression resistance to pull the cord. A decompression valve was only available on the "deluxe" C-BQ version which I did not opt for, and most folks do not think one is necessary on saws under 60cc. So far Im enjoying using my 280.
delta
stihl 011, 025, 280
Just breaking in my 280 this month. Several pounds heavier than my old 025 with the same bar length (18"). It seems to run much longer on a tank of gas although the fuel tank capacity is just 5cc higher. With a 10cc bigger engine displacement I'd expect it to be more fuel thirsty. Idling mode seems to be smoother and quieter than the 025. Even with an Elastostart cord upgrade I occasionally get too much compression resistance to pull the cord. A decompression valve was only available on the "deluxe" C-BQ version which I did not opt for, and most folks do not think one is necessary on saws under 60cc. So far Im enjoying using my 280.
delta
stihl 011, 025, 280
spacemule
The Peanut Gallery
Is this the first step to fuel injection on saws?
quoting the current Stihl catalog on IEM
"...The digitally controlled magnetic valve opens and closes 33 times per second, allowing for the precise control of the fuel feed.... The fuel-air mixture is automatically and constantly adjusted, allowing for maximum operating efficiency under varying conditions, like altitude, outside temperature or even fuel quality..."
Does this explain the better fuel efficiency?
"...The digitally controlled magnetic valve opens and closes 33 times per second, allowing for the precise control of the fuel feed.... The fuel-air mixture is automatically and constantly adjusted, allowing for maximum operating efficiency under varying conditions, like altitude, outside temperature or even fuel quality..."
Does this explain the better fuel efficiency?
You are getting smarter
MALLEE
ArboristSite Lurker
Havent had a good run with MS 280. The case broke underneath, then engine went after only 15 months. Had a Husqvarna 350 for 4 years and it is still going untill the other day when I cracked the clutch trying to remove it and made mistake of not having a torch handy to heat it up and loosen with some crc. The old stihls used to last a lot better, only the pullers would fail. On order a new 50cc 346xp, hoping it will outperform both of them and at a light weight. Dont know if a 357xp would be better, couldnt decide between that and 346xp. 1 lb, 0.7 hp difference.
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Why did the case break. Why not tell the whole story.
MALLEE
ArboristSite Lurker
I dont know why it broke, it was only cutting wood. It wasnt damaged or dropped or anything. It has a weak join between the 2 parts of the case underneath. The 350 would cut just as well and felt a lot lighter to use.
Lakeside53
Stihl Wrenching
Which part broke? I've never seen a broken case/tank on the 280... It's been a great selling saw - no money in service though - almost never see them again! 
The engines are good for a couple of thousand hours. What happened to yours?
The engines are good for a couple of thousand hours. What happened to yours?
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MALLEE
ArboristSite Lurker
Theres a thin part underneath about 1" wide. If someone has a photo of one underneath i could show you. The engine turns half a turn then locks up, i didnt bother to pull it apart but its either the rod or crank. maybe they send the junk to australia, and my 280 isnt the same as your 280. we usually get junk.
SawTroll
Information Collector
The true weight difference is quite a bit more.
