The craziest thing just happened... I talked to my wife about it and she said, "Well, if we are going to spend that much money, it is best for you to get the bigger one (362) so that it will be able to do everything you need it to and you won't need to replace it down the road." (She doesn't know about CAD) I was shocked! You've got to understand that my wife likes to pinch a penny! She understands that I am trying to create another form of income for our family that works for me while still being a full-time pastor. I can't just go out and get a part-time job at Walmart or something because I have to be available to our church when they need me and I have to keep reasonable office hours. Cutting firewood may not be the most profitable venture ever, but I did make enough profit at it last year and I already have a start on my customer base.
With all of that said, I am getting the 362. You guys are right about getting the bigger saw... I just didn't want to spend the money. That saw is going to pay for itself because my productivity will be much better. I really appreciate you guys helping a newbie like me make the right decision on such a big purchase. I think I am going to go with the 20" bar and a full chisel chain. Does that sound about right to you guys? Is there any significant difference between the different types "yellow chains" that Stihl offers? I will be cutting almost exclusively hardwood (live oak and mesquite mostly) and most landowners will only let me cut trees that have recently died.
as long as you wear all the safety gear, go ahead and get the 33rsc72's for that 20" you will find that saw balances very well with a 20....
I may be more excited than you right now....I cant wait until you put 3-4 gallons of fuel through that saw and see it really come to life...
and your wife is RIGHT....buy what you NEED....it will make the "work" more pleasurable....I have a very firm understanding of being a penny pincher, but for the most part they come around when you plead your case with good info...
