SandMan
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Hi to the forum-
I'd describe myself as a large lot homeowner who cuts one to two cords of firewood a year at most, occasionally helps with downed trees on family farms, and will be helping family near New Orleans to clear several downed trees of all sizes. Probably 90% of what I cut are hardwoods, mostly oak and hickory. I have a Craftsman 3.7PS that was passed down from my Dad. It's starting to show its age a little, but with a sharp chain it has been adequate for my needs over the years and has cut a lot of wood. I think it is finally starting to lose a little compression, so this week I checked in at the local Stihl dealer (great service IMO) and was recommended the MS250 for my needs as described above.
Here's my question: The old Craftsman (Poulan clone?) has a 3.7 cubic inch engine. I have no idea what the rated horsepower is, but I assume this is a much lower rpm engine as compared to the Stihl. The MS250 is only 2.77 cubic inch but is rated 3 hp. I have not yet run the MS250 and would trade it back for an upgrade if necessary. Based on my experience with the old saw, am I going to be happy with the MS250?
Thanks in advance for your responses and opinions, Ed
I'd describe myself as a large lot homeowner who cuts one to two cords of firewood a year at most, occasionally helps with downed trees on family farms, and will be helping family near New Orleans to clear several downed trees of all sizes. Probably 90% of what I cut are hardwoods, mostly oak and hickory. I have a Craftsman 3.7PS that was passed down from my Dad. It's starting to show its age a little, but with a sharp chain it has been adequate for my needs over the years and has cut a lot of wood. I think it is finally starting to lose a little compression, so this week I checked in at the local Stihl dealer (great service IMO) and was recommended the MS250 for my needs as described above.
Here's my question: The old Craftsman (Poulan clone?) has a 3.7 cubic inch engine. I have no idea what the rated horsepower is, but I assume this is a much lower rpm engine as compared to the Stihl. The MS250 is only 2.77 cubic inch but is rated 3 hp. I have not yet run the MS250 and would trade it back for an upgrade if necessary. Based on my experience with the old saw, am I going to be happy with the MS250?
Thanks in advance for your responses and opinions, Ed