stihlboy
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bout time you fessed up brad i was waiting to see this thread
New Solo 681 / Vids & Pics
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E.V.A. Sawman
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We have a 681 as one of our shop saws, It is one of my favorites saws of all time, this thing has been used and abused and it keeps on rockin. I don't know how many hours are on it but it still runs like new, and still pulls about 175lbs. comp. Our problem is the dealers in our area don't carry them because there is not a big enough profit margin (so they say) All I can tell you is you are going to LOVE this saw.
Nothing but rave reviews from all of you guys. Which leads me to the question. Why do so few guys own them? $730 is not a bad price for a 81cc saw, especially when it runs like a 90cc saw.
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have you weighed it? Niko always insist it is about 1lb heavier than the 7900.
No I haven't. It's quite nose heavy with this 28" bar on it, so it's not all that heavy. I need another Oregon Reduced Weight bar, lol.
Under_Pressure
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Does that have the tensioner in the clutch cover? I thought someone said Solos had them case mounted vs. cover mounted like the Dolmar, but maybe I'm wrong. It's kind of neat how the mag and the plastic are two different colors- makes it easy to see what's what.
The 681 looks like a smooth runner stock, much better looking than the 7900 too.
I agree Brad with a 28 inch bar, you want a reduced weight bar. They are about level with a 24 inch. Comparing to the 7900. I have a 32 inch lightweight and it feels extremely light, and a nice balance. Dave.
stihlboy
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honestly that kit doesn't improve airflow much if any. it was designed to give the filter longer service intervals
Not according to actual field testing done by MCW in AU. He reported a noticeable gain when putting one on his stock 7900.
stihlboy
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well it wasn't designed for that but if it works then i guess thats a bonus. i feel your engine can only flow so much air
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Well blsneling I expect to see a sales jump for the 681 in the next few weeks. Because if you recomend it, that means a lot! That's great news for a small company like Solo!
I sure am happy with my 644 but the cash just ain't here for something bigger.
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I sure am happy with my 644 but the cash just ain't here for something bigger.
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toddstreeservic
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yeah, maybe you should talk to them about being sponsored.
joatmon
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I'm not sponsored per se, but Gregg has his ways of making it up to me.
Brad,
So, am I to understand that this "review" has some "strings" attached to it?
ole joat
I paid for this saw in full. No strings attached. Gregg has never asked that I make my reviews public, but has not objected either. He appreciates honest feedback.
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