clarification for Poley4
The tolerances on Shindaiwa are wonderful.How many have you torn-apart?Those who have won't even bat an eye at what I "said", no Husqvarna 372 or Stihl ms440 I've ever tore down came apart just by "unbolting".Crankcase separating tools, heat and ice, are usually required.Read my keys, Shindaiwa's are durable if left stock.A word about FourPaws, I respect his wrenching ability, but his opinion and facts don't always line up, we once had a discussion about whether or not the 695 was rev-limited, I said yes, he said no, I say read the yellow sticker next to the carb adjusting screws, the dealer website, Acre's website or ask anyone who owns one that isn't to pridefull to answer truthfully.Do a search on the Shindaiwa 695 or look for post by Junkwrencher.I'm no expert, just someone who literally had in excess of 30 695's at one time in my possession.