Want to Buy WTB: 100+CC milling saw

[bowtiescottsdale]

As the title states I am looking to buy a 100+cc milling saw, even just a power head.

It can be a project or a brand new complete saw, just let me know what you have.

 

[chipper1]

@Armbru84 , have anything?

 

[Armbru84]

Hmmmmm. Surprisingly I don’t think I do. I have a stock 3120 but I think that is sold.

 

[Bill G]

If your budget allows for a new saw as it appeared to in your first post then please do not mess around. You are looking to run a saw VERY HARD, You will be money ahead to just buy a new saw "old school" saw from Robin Wood. @Robin Wood

 

[bowtiescottsdale]

If your budget allows for a new saw as it appeared to in your first post then please do not mess around. You are looking to run a saw VERY HARD, You will be money ahead to just buy a new saw "old school" saw from Robin Wood. @Robin Wood

I understand what you are saying, but I am borrowing a Ms 880 Magnum, and would love to build and customized my own.

But if there are none available, I may be forced to buy a new one.

 

[Bill G]

Start with a new unadulterated one and build it your way

 

[Squareground3691]

https://www.echotools.com/en_us/products/chain-saws/chain-saw/cs-1201_37

 

[Bill G]

The 1201 would be a good saw but when parts are needed they may be tough to get

 

[bulletpruf]

If you're looking for something reasonably affordable, I think a Stihl 075/076 makes a good milling saw. You can find one that needs TLC for $400 or so, it's 111cc, lots of torque, large fuel tank, and there are only a few difficult to find parts for them.

 

[leeha]

The 1201 would be a good saw but when parts are needed they may be tough to get

All parts are available here in the US either at any Echo dealer or Parts Tree. I heard of a guy
that built a complete 1201 from the IPL.

 

[Bill G]

All parts are available here in the US either at any Echo dealer or Parts Tree. I heard of a guy
that built a complete 1201 from the IPL.

I bet that was pretty pricey

 

[fields_mj]

If money or even availability of the new saws is the issue, G070 is currently $313 usd, G888 is currently $540 USD. Save up your profit until you can afford what you really want, then set the clone on the shelf as a backup.

Just a thought.

 

[thechainsawguy]

I have a used 3120 with new Hyway piston and cylinder powerhead only $1100 all in shipped. Or brand new Husky 3120 for $1650 shipped total.
Dave [email protected]

 

[bowtiescottsdale]

I have a used 3120 with new Hyway piston and cylinder powerhead only $1100 all in shipped. Or brand new Husky 3120 for $1650 shipped total.
Dave [email protected]

interested, any pictures?

 

[Hermio]

I just had a look at this thread and had some thoughts. A brand-new Stihl MS 880 goes for at least $2000. The mill set-up is at least a few hundred. But you can buy a basic bandsaw mill with a 10' track for less than$3000. Sure, the cheaper mills lack some of the features of the more expensive ones and take more effort to use. But they will outperform any chainsaw mill in speed, effort and net wood yield (1/8" kerf vs 3/8" kerf.) Not sure what the attraction is for a chainsaw mill.

 

[GusGus2020]

I just had a look at this thread and had some thoughts. A brand-new Stihl MS 880 goes for at least $2000. The mill set-up is at least a few hundred. But you can buy a basic bandsaw mill with a 10' track for less than$3000. Sure, the cheaper mills lack some of the features of the more expensive ones and take more effort to use. But they will outperform any chainsaw mill in speed, effort and net wood yield (1/8" kerf vs 3/8" kerf.) Not sure what the attraction is for a chainsaw mill.

Portability and ease of setup. Takes up a lot less room.

 

[bowtiescottsdale]

Portability and ease of setup. Takes up a lot less room.

Very true, and I might not have stated that I am planning to cut 4-5ft diameter cookies to make tables. Otherwise,a standard mill would be a great idea.

 

[Bill G]

Very true, and I might not have stated that I am planning to cut 4-5ft diameter cookies to make tables. Otherwise,a standard mill would be a great idea.

I believe you will find that to be a futual idea but others can chime in that have attempted it.

 

[Edwad]

Have a new 881 for 1650 if interested. Or a new 880 at same price.

 

[Edwad]

Have a new 881 for 1650 if interested. Or a new 880 at same price.

Non ported