Mike in all fairness..your a little..excessive
Ive been readin on this forum since 2008..your the undisputed champ of talkin about a particular model
Poll: What is the saw to have in the 70-80cc range?
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Mike in all fairness..your a little..excessive
Ive been readin on this forum since 2008..your the undisputed champ of talkin about a particular model
Ryan, in all fairness I believe I have backed it off, and that my comment in this thread was not excessive, but some people just like to pile on.
I've heard you, and I've tried to adjust my comments, but I should not be expected to remain silent.
And I could give examples of people who are equally infatuated with other saw models, but I won't, I don't do that, but they are out there.
I've heard you, and I've tried to adjust my comments, but I should not be expected to remain silent.
And I could give examples of people who are equally infatuated with other saw models, but I won't, I don't do that, but they are out there.
Mastermind
Work Saw Specialist
You need to specify which version of the 372 xpw it is about, as the 75cc Version only was sold for a few tears in the US. All other xpws are 71cc, including the xt one.
A really good (the best?) starting point for porting would be a 372xpxt (large carb), with the 75cc non-strato top end....
I'm not a real believer in the 75cc top end being "better".
Consider the case volume.......then the restricted transfer ports. I think the 50mm OE jug is the best for performance. Although the 51.mm jug might have a little wider power band.
Mastermind
Work Saw Specialist
Hey Mike.
Your 044 should be home today or tomorrow.
Your 044 should be home today or tomorrow.
CapitaineHaddoc
European Westcoaster
7900, if available. Best power to weight ratio ever.
When I take a look a the votes, I think it's a bit sad, the 2 best rated saws (The 7900 and the original 372) are both replaced by less popular saws...
Edit:
But if i had to buy a new one, it'll be a MS461. Or maybe a 461CM when available
When I take a look a the votes, I think it's a bit sad, the 2 best rated saws (The 7900 and the original 372) are both replaced by less popular saws...
Edit:
But if i had to buy a new one, it'll be a MS461. Or maybe a 461CM when available
Any stihl guru's know if the 441 R c-m is gonna be discontinued ?..i dont see them on the site anymore ?
SawTroll
Information Collector
I would think "fixing" restrictive transfers is a natural part of porting a saw, as long as there is metal to work with. Is that an issue on those 51.4mm top ends?
zogger
Tree Freak
Will a 7900 run a 3 foot bar and oil it adequately in hardwood?
I'm not sure a 365 special isn't the best bore size for case capacity of that chassis. They seem to be right at the heels of a 372.
CapitaineHaddoc
European Westcoaster
I think 32" is OK. 36 is a little too much. Maybe in softwood. For me, it is the perfect saw for 24 and 28" bars.
zogger
Tree Freak
Thanks, just wondering is all. My cs8000 only ever had a 36 on it and it oiled perfectly, even without using the manual oiler, just the auto oiler. If it hadn't gotten swiped, it would be ported by now. I really liked it. Granted, a substantial stout heavy saw, but real easy to run and cut great, I can only imagine what it would have been like ported.
gaspipe
Expert Beer Drinker
I've become a big fan of the Dol-Kita 7900 as of late - smooth and stout. I sold all my Stihls a while back, but I'd say my old 460 or the 372XP would tie for second place for me.
hseII
Addicted to ArboristSite
My uncle has an older 800/8000,( not sure which), and he likes it a lot.
Haven't ran every saw on the list, but most of them (exceptions being Husky 576 and the stihl hybrid). Dolmar 7900 with HD filter would be my first pick of the litter. About the only saw I have I wouldn't consider selling.
Mastermind
Work Saw Specialist
Most people don't even know they are restrictive......
I'm right with you on that statement Mike.
I need to get another one to play with. I'm collecting parts for a 181 build right now.
zogger
Tree Freak
Stock, not fast but sure start easy and pull some dang chain! Ported I guess you'd get some more speed out of one. I still have a box 0 parts from the one I built, mostly just the block with a toasted top end but maybe the cylinder will clean up, ain't checked yet. If I can find another cheap donor I want to make up another one.
Dang CAD, I have two other 80 cc saws but shoot..... hahahaha!
bryanr2
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Me for example. I have had over 30 Mastermind ported saws (all over the model spectra) the latest and greatest and also past offerings, and nothing does it for me more than a 288xp followed by a 262xp. To me, they are the ones to beat (that I have tried) and nothing in either class has come close.
bryanr2
Addicted to ArboristSite
Wow Dolmar has come from behind and is steadily getting further and further away from the others in the poll! Keep em coming.
sidenote: I hate snow. I really really hate it.
sidenote: I hate snow. I really really hate it.
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