johnsayen
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Can’t wait to see a US based 400 vs 462 video comparison, or just a 400 review video. The real question is how big of a log do you need to get into to want the 462 over a 400?
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The weight difference is minimal and it’s a half horse or so less powerful. To me idk why you would not buy the 462 unless the $200 extra is gonna hurt you. I’m interested to see some comparisons too though, The 400 might be a screamer like the 562 is.Can’t wait to see a US based 400 vs 462 video comparison, or just a 400 review video. The real question is how big of a log do you need to get into to want the 462 over a 400?
Vibration ratings are notably lower in the 400 and it consumes less fuel so this makes it a more practical all day saw for someone felling and limbing smaller trees. I wouldn’t want to limb with a 70cc+ saw all day.The weight difference is minimal and it’s a half horse or so less powerful. To me idk why you would not buy the 462 unless the $200 extra is gonna hurt you. I’m interested to see some comparisons too though, The 400 might be a screamer like the 562 is.
How does it sound with a muffler mod? Any clips you could post?Grab the starter rope by the handle and slowly let go of the power head.
It's a good way to test compression in a quick and easy way. However results can be mis leading if you are not familiar with the diameter of the rope spool. Most the new saws I've seen have larger diameter spools, or pulleys to make a saw easier to pull. That makes it all the more impressive for the 400 IMO. Saw has great compression.
Sugi Hara 24"/25", or 84DL bar with Husky C-83 X Cut chain.
It's a quality piece of work like most Stihl Chainsaws.
I wish I could say more, I just haven't logged the handle time with it yet.
No clips. That's really not my thing. It's sort of loud the way I did my modd. My intension however is gain cooling capacity and add performance.
Just my oppinion from limited use is that it's a really good saw.
How it fits into ones saw plan is an individual decision.
It's been on the market for about two years I think. No problems yet I'm aware of. If it stays that way, I believe this saw is here to stay.
All this is just my oppinion. Not fact. Except the loud MM. That's loud.
I would pay $200-$300 more for this over a 362 in a Net York Minute.
You need to go a little more "up". By the time Justin and Big Gretch allow you to they will probably be here.Any updates on availability of the 400? My local dealers have not seen nor heard of them yet.
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