Echo 440 evl and 500 vl

[angry inch]

anyone know much about 440 evl or a 500 vl i got one of each i'm working on. good, bad, other wise. parts available?

 

[echoshawn]

anyone know much about 440 evl or a 500 vl i got one of each i'm working on. good, bad, other wise. parts available?

Parts are out there, but might have to hunt a little. Lots on fleabay.
I have a 500VL as well and its always been a great saw! Smooth running, and good torque, especially for 35+ years old.
The 440EVL is very similar, obviously smaller, just electronic ignition instead of points on the 500.

 

[outdoorlivin247]

The early 500vl were recalled...

See this link...

CPSC - Echo Recalls Model Cs-500VL Chain Saw

 

[cobey]

Parts are out there, but might have to hunt a little. Lots on fleabay.
I have a 500VL as well and its always been a great saw! Smooth running, and good torque, especially for 35+ years old.
The 440EVL is very similar, obviously smaller, just electronic ignition instead of points on the 500.

Im getting a 500vl pretty soon, i hope it will make a great addition to my line up :biggrin: