I've got a tired 044 that I picked up this past spring from a retired logger. Cut about 5-6 cords with it since I got it, and while I really like it, I keep feeling like it needs an overhaul and could stand a little more oomph. Really considering sending it out to one of the builders on this site to get it rebuilt/"woods" ported to be done with it....then, I'll have a strong, reliable saw for years to come.
Anybody else run a ported saw for firewood duty? If so, what is it? How do you like it? To what effect is it ported, and what do you think is too much for this type of use? Just looking for some feedback outside of the Chainsaw forum, which has tendency to drift farther and farther away from real life application at times...
Personally I try to use my saw a good bit at least one of two days every week. Doesn't always work out like that due to family, work, and weather, but when I want my saw to run, I want it to run strong.