I just purchased a used MS361 on Ebay and want to get a couple extra chains. The 20" bar that is on the saw has most of the paint off and I can't read the chain info. Can someone give me some info on what chain I need. I know I want the non-safety chain. I know I could go down to the dealer and get a replacement but chains are a lot cheaper on Ebay. How about the Forester brand bar and chain? Are they a good quality product? Thanks for any help guys!
What chain for my MS361?
- Thread starter Rassmo
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Stihl 33RSC 72DL.
BaldSawRunner
ArboristSite Operative
MS361 is such an awesome saw...it don't need no stinkin' chain to cut wood.:monkey:
But, seriously, what blsnelling said
But, seriously, what blsnelling said
Lakeside53
Stihl Wrenching
RM for wood on the ground...
coppersnowblue
ArboristSite Member
33 RSC, Pitch 3/8", Gauge 0.050, Links 72 Keep em sharp an it will cut like a dream.
lcso10
ArboristSite Guru
13/64 file but there are alot of people around here that use the 7/32 file.
juststumps
ArboristSite Guru
i would drop the 20" bar , and go with the 16"..... same chain "33RSC" 60 drive links.....thats what i run on mine ... if your cutting wood bigger than 16" on a regular basis, i'd go up a saw,,, 440,441,460...JMHO
the file is 5.2 or 5.3 mm ( i forget)
SawTroll
Information Collector
Agreed - if the bar is .050 (most likely is, in the US). :agree2:
33RM if the wood is dirty.
SawTroll
Information Collector
Both sizes work.:agree2:
I usually start with a 13/64 (first couple of filings), the go to 7/64, and back to 13/64 at the end of the chains life.
Pablo26
ArboristSite Guru
Stihl chain is swell allright, but if you are looking to buy online, check out the woodsman pro on sale at Baileys for $11, if your bar is .50.
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