Definitely an exception.
Stihl MS261 or Husqvarna 545?
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Been running a 550xp and a 562xp ever since they were introduced (first generation). The 550xp starts, runs, re-starts just like any other normal carb chainsaw. The 562 takes two pulls to re-start when it is warm and no I don’t use fast idle. Rock solid saws just like any other husky I have owned. Wish I could say the same about my stihls.
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But but but, Bra-aad, what about the handling!? I mean, the 261 is missing the crucial outboard clutch, which when engaged fills the entire clutch cover with helium and makes the saw practically float. At least that's what I've heard...
I'll take the inboard clutch every time I have an option.
Seriously?! I've had no use at all for a 60cc saw for years now. I sold both my MS361 and 357XP and have never looked back.
I'm glad your saws run well, but I read of FAR more issues with the 550 and 562 than I do of the 261 and 362. There have been a couple Stihls here and there that needed an inexpensive solenoid, but there have been countless Huskys that have had ongoing issues, some that have never been solved.
Now, I'm not brand biased when I say the above. Most of my work saws became Huskys over the years. But, the 550 and 562 have been plagued with issues.
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I am sorry but this is NOT true! To be correct the Echo 501sx is the lightest pro 50cc on the market right now!
Echo 4.7kg
Stihl 4.9kg
Of that I am not quite sure. Certainly not to the extent of Husqvarna but there have been quite a few remarks of pros (in another forum) having problems. So to be honest I seriously doubt that they are both in any way perfect.
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What's an Echo 501SX, lol?
That's a bag of sugar and a whole lot of grunt more..
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Like this one? Late 2016? It's nice, smooth as butter but not as powerful as I thought it would be. Do these struggle to break in like the MS362's??
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Typical neglect when things don't fit into one's reallity...What's an Echo 501SX, lol?
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No biggie. I remember when the dolmar 5100 came out and we had countless rumors of the saws blowing up killing busloads of nuns. Mine ran fine until it was replaced by the husky 562xp. I also have the worlds worse luck. If something is going to break down, it will do so when I own it. I own a lot of husky, stihl, dolmar, redmax, shidaiwa, honda, and echo. Only stuff I have ever had to bring back to the dealer was stihl stuff. Well-built good looking saws but shitforbrains engineering on every other aspect.
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So, the physical size of a 261 same as a 60cc saw, lighter yes, but same size. This is part of the handling issue.
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I like the new ms261, just a little too chunky. Might get one though.
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Same here with a 562xp. No issues at all.
Have you modded the muffler? They need it!Like this one? Late 2016? It's nice, smooth as butter but not as powerful as I thought it would be. Do these struggle to break in like the MS362's??
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I don't get the chunky comments when it's lighter than all other pro grade 50cc saws, except maybe this Echo that I don't know about.
I also have no idea why anyone would think the 261 is chunky other than brand bias. The 261 also has the best air filter on the market, the 550 filter needs grease on the base to make it seal, even than dust still gets in.
No it's completely stock. So if I modded the muffler what would it compare to. Don't dare delve any further as it is way too shiny at the moment!
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