You work 12 hour days and cut that much wood on the side? My question is, when did you have time to make that 15 month old????????????????
Let me know what chains you are using to cut 800-1000 cord via 3 chains Stellite tipped ? Lmfao !So that saw has cut 800-1000 cords into firewood?
He needs a saw that will cut circles into infinity !It replaced the 350, which, by the way, will cut circles around it!
You know I have never thought of that possibility of not the correct amount of oil in the bottle! I will remember to check that from now on when I mix. I always mix a tad rich on the oil in case the gas pump is off a little.Not really
I used a stihl MS660 for 3 years till it locked up. Gas got mixed lean, I am guessing that the mixing oil was not correct in the bottle. I have caught that several times and that may be what happened to my jonsered. As I was in a hurry in the rain and did not double check the bottle to make sure it was full. I have found the bottles not correct several times after the Stihl locked up.
The MS 880 has failed 2wice clutch and drum failure after 2 years.
The MS 661 is on its 2nd year used daily and has cut a couple tractor trailer loads of wood a day give or take.
The jonsered and the 455 are used just an hour a day several times a week. But mostly on the weekends.
As I said. I cut firewood as a side business.
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So to summarize , you basically straight gassed 2 $1200 saws . No biggy we all **** up . However most of us acknowledge this basic negligence up front . So to cut to the chase , no saw , I repeat no single saw made in Gods wide earth is capable of cutting 500 cord of hardwood annually . Not even Cedar or Birch for toothpick manufacturing ! So lets get real please ! P S. Congratulations on the addition to the family , time to reflect on your Priorities Bro !Not really
I used a stihl MS660 for 3 years till it locked up. Gas got mixed lean, I am guessing that the mixing oil was not correct in the bottle. I have caught that several times and that may be what happened to my jonsered. As I was in a hurry in the rain and did not double check the bottle to make sure it was full. I have found the bottles not correct several times after the Stihl locked up.
The MS 880 has failed 2wice clutch and drum failure after 2 years.
The MS 661 is on its 2nd year used daily and has cut a couple tractor trailer loads of wood a day give or take.
The jonsered and the 455 are used just an hour a day several times a week. But mostly on the weekends.
As I said. I cut firewood as a side business.
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Why would you think , with your lack of success with two of the biggest and arguably best saws ever mass-produced , that a Prosumer Grade middle weight saw would solve your delima ? Just asking , to me it's readily apparent that operator error or negligence is the cause of your current situation . Mixing oil adequately isn,t Rocket Science !Not really
I used a stihl MS660 for 3 years till it locked up. Gas got mixed lean, I am guessing that the mixing oil was not correct in the bottle. I have caught that several times and that may be what happened to my jonsered. As I was in a hurry in the rain and did not double check the bottle to make sure it was full. I have found the bottles not correct several times after the Stihl locked up.
The MS 880 has failed 2wice clutch and drum failure after 2 years.
The MS 661 is on its 2nd year used daily and has cut a couple tractor trailer loads of wood a day give or take.
The jonsered and the 455 are used just an hour a day several times a week. But mostly on the weekends.
As I said. I cut firewood as a side business.
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I like how most of you jump to conclusions.Why would you think , with your lack of success with two of the biggest and arguably best saws ever mass-produced , that a Prosumer Grade middle weight saw would solve your delima ? Just asking , to me it's readily apparent that operator error or negligence is the cause of your current situation . Mixing oil adequately isn,t Rocket Science !
Never assume the bottle is accurate . A separate graduated cup in millilitres / ounces is the best. Even then I rinse the cup out with gas to ensure all oil is utilized . Also a little xtra oil as you mentioned is a good policy when your cutting as much as Jeff has indicated .You know I have never thought of that possibility of not the correct amount of oil in the bottle! I will remember to check that from now on when I mix. I always mix a tad rich on the oil in case the gas pump is off a little.
Thanks for the clarification we all assumed from your notes that you were cutting up to 500 cords with the J-Red for approx 2 yrs and were contemplating the same with the 455 Jeff , sorry for the curt response last nite my Bad . However if your only cutting a few hrs with your personal saw daily or weekends all should be good . 30 - 40 cords a yr is pushing it though even for a lower reving medium torgue range 455 in my opinion lol. P.S. I believe you are spot on with the obvious advantages a Professional Grade saw provides e.g. light weight with easy handling and quick response due to a higher compression , higher reving quality built engine . Also in my original response to the J-Red scenario I advised that 40:1 fuel mix would be advised along with proper tuning in the cut along with periodic plug checks to validate proper engine performance . This practice would even prevented the other Stihl saws failure . All the Best in your future cutting , be safe Dad !I am sorry that this has hijacked your thread.
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Thank you and agree as I would have a saw rich and replace a fouled plug than one lean.Thanks for the clarification we all assumed from your notes that you were cutting up to 500 cords with the J-Red for approx 2 yrs and were contemplating the same with the 455 Jeff , sorry for the curt response last nite my Bad . However if your only cutting a few hrs with your personal saw daily or weekends all should be good . 30 - 40 cords a yr is pushing it though even for a lower reving medium torgue range 455 in my opinion lol. P.S. In my opinion you are spot on with the obvious advantages a Professional Grade saw provides e.g. light weight with easy handling and quick response due to a higher compression , higher reving quality built engine . Also in my original response to the J-Red scenario I advised that 40:1 fuel mix would be advised along with proper tuning in the cut along with periodic plug checks to validate proper engine performance . This practice would even prevented the other Stihl saws failure . All the Best in your future cutting , be safe Dad !
Man I keep hoping to one day get a dump trailer. Right now I have an 04 Ford f250 with an 8 foot bed.I’m reading all this and just jealous you get free firewood from your job! Dang, must be nice!! What kinda truck ya got? And I’m hoping a dump trailer too....
Nice clean load of wood , that goes a long way within extended saw & chain life in itself Jeff !Man I keep hoping to one day get a dump trailer. Right now I have an 04 Ford f250 with an 8 foot bed.
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It all depends on the market price on what hardwoods we put into RRT. But we use W Oak, R Oak , Ash, Beech, Birch, Hickory, H maple and S Maple and Cherry.What type of wood do they use for ties?
No, I have thought about it but I do not have the time, profit would be very generous 3 to 4 times higher but you would have to sit on your money for 6 months to a year.Do you sell bundled wood? Your buyers gotta be happy with no dirty bark....
Not yet, wife has been down with the Flu type B, even with a Flu Shot. So I am taking care of every one in the house. But I do need to get back to work tomorrow as this doen time is driving me insane.Jeff any success in the J-Red troubleshooting ? Also further to the 455 , is it new ? As to it not having enough ass , all the Ranchers are a slower cutting saw due to their lower rpm range . That is why they last so long within firewood usage the tortoise & the hare scenario lol. They are a little heavy for their output but for simple bucking other than the 465 are under 13 lbs . You may wish to consider a 359 type saw for better cutting speed & handling . However all high reving saws eventually burn up when used hard , to be expected. , nature of the beast ! Professional fellers often replace their equipment every 4-5 yrs , they cannot afford unexpected downtime . Very interesting job & lifestyle Bud !
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