Ms241 opinions

[Woodboss251]

I've never owned a pro saw, always have used the homeowner/farm ranch saws.

What makes the ms241 worth another $200 over the ms251.

Weight and power seem about the same.

What's the advantages of the 241

 

[CR888]

One is a farm ranch saw the other is a higher quality pro saw. Clamshell style engine vs vertically split magnesium crankcase. Their are many differences not really explained on a spec sheet. Both saws can be a good option for the user depending on the demands the user puts on the saw. Many will suggest quality remains long after price is forgotten. I'd personally take the 241cm over the ms251 any day of the week. But if you only cut a small amount, the 251 may be just fine.

 

[Woodboss251]

Thanks for the reply cr888

Mainly cutting small stuff 8"-12"

Maybe 8 cords a year at the most.
But, want to make the next saw purchase last a few years.

 

[blsnelling]

I LOVE my 241!

 

[ironman_gq]

Biggest difference is in the engine, pro saws have a removable cylinder and are quite a bit simpler to rebuild and work on. Some of them also have an adjustable oiler as well.

 

[lone wolf]

The 241C is no doubt better.

 

[Full Chisel]

I hear nothing but praise for the MS241. The MS251...meh.

 

[lone wolf]

I hear nothing but praise for the MS241. The MS251...meh.

I prefer it to any other saw.

 

[CR888]

The 241 would have to be one of Stihl's best products in their range. Rarely do they come up for sale used as those who buy them keep them. They are pricey for a 40cc class saw, but there is nothing else on the market currently that compares. If you want a quality 40cc saw that is cheaper the Dolmar 421 is the saw. Buy the 241 if you can afford it, thank us later.

 

[lone wolf]

The 241 would have to be one of Stihl's best products in their range. Rarely do they come up for sale used as those who buy them keep them. They are pricey for a 40cc class saw, but there is nothing else on the market currently that compares. If you want a quality 40cc saw that is cheaper the Dolmar 421 is the saw. Buy the 241 if you can afford it, thank us later.

Damn man your making me want one and I have one already

 

[blsnelling]

My opinion is heavily biased by how they mod. I don't find them that impressive stock, but they turn into little beasts once modded. A muffler mod is a great place to start.

 

[Woodboss251]

Can the .325 rm3 be ran on the 241?

 

[blsnelling]

Sure.

 

[lone wolf]

My opinion is heavily biased by how they mod. I don't find them that impressive stock, but they turn into little beasts once modded. A muffler mod is a great place to start.

Nice work do you have one for sale?

 

[sweetjetskier]

If money is not an issue, grab a 241, with 16 inch B/C and make some chips fly!

Very nice right out of the gate, even better after 8-10 tanks or so. Unexpected power, torque, AV and stingy on fuel.

My 2 cents

 

[blsnelling]

Nice work do you have one for sale?

I do not.

 

[lone wolf]

I do not.

 

[lone wolf]

I do not.

What are you getting out of the worked ones 35 percent gain in timed cuts?

 

[blsnelling]

What are you getting out of the worked ones 35 percent gain in timed cuts?

I don't recall. It might be in a build thread somewhere.

 

[blsnelling]

http://www.arboristsite.com/communi...-saws-ms241c-oe-346xp-ne-346xp-ms261c.288852/

http://www.arboristsite.com/community/threads/snellerized-saws-re-visits-the-ms241c.288723/