I had no problem with the service center guy giving me a hard time. In fact, after my experience of being treated like a jerk at Lowe's, I think he's exactly correct. The problem is I planned a weekend of working outdoors and ended up fussing with the saw for more hours than I spent working. This was despite having basic small engine knowledge and following the owner's manual with precision. I bought a Husky based on reputation. From what I've read, and my experience agrees, Husky has taken advantage of their name brand recognition and used it to sell a Poulan caliber product. I don't care what the product or price point is, I expect to get my money's worth. If I wanted Poulan durability I could have saved $100 and bought a $99 Poulan at Wal-mart and been just as unsatisfied with it. Even if I eventually sell the saw I'll still be out the depriciation and time. I now have close to $700 wrapped up in chainsaws. ($199 for the 142, 3 chains, 60 minutes of fuel to try to return it, etc + the cost of my new Stihl). I just thought, "why would I want to give more money to the company who has put me in this position?"
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