I am looking to replace my Homelite XL with an older Stihl saw that is comparable ( read: no taller) in powerhead height as it needs to fit inside a Pelican case I have strapped to the front rack of my 4 wheeler. Something that has good parts availability, is relatively easy to repair and would have no trouble running a 16" bar. The saw is just used to get me outta situations that I shouldn't have gotten into in the first place. Any information would be greatly appreciated.
Homelite XL Replacement
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The newer Stihl saws like an 021 have a chain brake and would be taller than the XL. I had an 015 once that was about the right size and would handle a 16" bar..
The case is 8.75" deep so something no taller than say 7.5" w/ handguard would be about right. Thank you for your help. How is the 015 for parts availability and repairs?
015 parts are no longer available.
John
John
My 020AV measures about 8.5" from the bottom to the top of the handle (it doesn't have a hand guard).
I also measured an 019T and it's about 9.5" tall so that would definetly be a no go.
I don't have any complete 015's at the moment but I think they might be a little smaller.
There aren't many 015 and 020av parts still available from the dealer but used parts aren't too hard to find.
The worst thing is that the fuel lines are no longer available, there are aftermarket fuel lines on ebay for the 015 but for the 020 I have not seen any replacements.
Just a thought: A Poulan 25DA will easily fit where an XL would and you can still find most parts for them. Make sure the oiler works though..Maybe for a little more money you could buy a newer top handle saw of about any make.
