Been running one for 8 years now, Has never gave me any problems. Some people dont care for them since they are in the homeowner line. But they do what they are suppose to. Keep the chain sharp and you'll be fine.
ive got one that's about 8 years old too, I run it with a 24 inch bar and converted it to 3/8" along with a muffler mod, I usually don't use it on wood that big, I just like the length for cutting firewood without having to bend over much...My opinion would be to stay with the 18 for all around use.
View attachment 450099
Kind of excited about this guy. Never had a stihl before... its in complete working order. Came with a few extras too.
I have an 029 that I have been using for more years then I am willing to say. (Don't want to sound old) my 029 still gets used weekly, still starts in under 4 pulls from cold, and is the go to for the bulk of my work.
Keep her sharp, keep her clean and use good fuel and oil and she will out last most. Also when storing make sure you drain all fuel and start and run the carb dry, I then put a spray of stable right in the carb.
You should get many years of good service out of her.
It should serve you quite well. A lot of guys, me included, get addicted to the pro saws, but reality is, more dang wood is cut by thousands and thousands of guys with farmbosses, ranchers and various poulans.View attachment 450099
Kind of excited about this guy. Never had a stihl before... its in complete working order. Came with a few extras too.
Thats also what it came with. Three extra chains one being a green chain he had labled as a limb chain. Was a good ole fella! Sold an old jeep and took saw and some cash! Haven't ran it yet. But looking forward to it! I guess the echo maybe be more of a limb saw now!Looks good. Sounds like a good deal. These saws were the most popular in their line that Stihl ever made. With the proper care it can last you for years to come. Optimal for me on the MS290 is the 18" bar and chain. I like the .063 x .325 pitch chain in the yellow label (full chisel). With a muffler mod and the right tune you will be quite surprised I'd say. Congratulations!
I have one, been cutting firewood with it for 10 years, with no issues at all.
When I saw cut firewood, I mean about 100 cords a year.
It will run a 20" bar just fine.
Good saw.
Not knocking the 290, ran one for several years. But cutting 100 cord a year with one?
I wouldn't have the patience for it, when we got into those numbers it was 362 & 441 time. Lot faster cutting & less vibration.
Not knocking the 290, ran one for several years. But cutting 100 cord a year with one?
I wouldn't have the patience for it, when we got into those numbers it was 362 & 441 time. Lot faster cutting & less vibration.
Enter your email address to join: