661 is a pro saw. its an updated 660
Scrounging Firewood (and other stuff)
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I wouldn't say it's and updated 660, I don't know of too many parts on a 660 that will fit on a 661 without modification. The 660 is a standard carb saw while the 661 has an electronic carb/mtronic. The 661 is stihls latest greatest 90cc saw that fills the slot the 660 previously held.
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I wish I needed a 661. Ported they are impressive. There aren't many trees big enough to justify it here. The few I do cut over 30" just go to firewood anyway. Nothing a strong 60-70cc saw can't handle once in awhile.
Just out of curiosity, which is preferred, standard carb or electronic carb/mtronic ? And I agree about the 60-70cc for up to 30". My 038 (60cc) has done well on the occassional 30" and I've used a MS 170 on 24" predominately for a season. I don't really need a 90cc. (but I want one).
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The 261 is my first M-tronic/autotune. But its nice not adjusting the tune for every little weather change. That's all its good for imo.
The 661 is the replacement for the 660 and is more powerful in stock form. Ported, they can be very close. 661 has spring AV and M Tronic.
241, 261, 461 and 661 are all Pro saws. If it has a white handle with a black top, it is a pro saw.
The new 462 is a very good option for you, will put that 170 to shame and does not weigh a ton (in fact, it is very light). Also has great features.
I prefer the M Tronic saws, don't want to have to carry a tiny screwdriver with me!
241, 261, 461 and 661 are all Pro saws. If it has a white handle with a black top, it is a pro saw.
The new 462 is a very good option for you, will put that 170 to shame and does not weigh a ton (in fact, it is very light). Also has great features.
I prefer the M Tronic saws, don't want to have to carry a tiny screwdriver with me!
Reading Stihl saw numbers.
1st number is displacement (approx)
2nd number shows home owner/professional. Even number is professional with zero being considered even.
3rd numbr starts at 0 and goes up for the number of modifications to the original.
I have had a 361 and now a 362 and I believe there is now a 363.
1st number is displacement (approx)
2nd number shows home owner/professional. Even number is professional with zero being considered even.
3rd numbr starts at 0 and goes up for the number of modifications to the original.
I have had a 361 and now a 362 and I believe there is now a 363.
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Well I worked up a bunch of oak today. I forgot pics. I will get some tomorrow. It was a huge oak (+/- 40”). I got to use my 462 for the first time, WOW! It lived up to the hype. I ran my 362 then the 462 and I could immediately feel the extra power with very little added weight. I got about 2 tanks through the 462 today. I’m sure it will get better as it breaks in then I will muffler mod it. Maybe bolt on a Bark Box.
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Made this today, adding to my wood collecting mission.
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Yes it is. Have not used it yet, waiting for 12oz. throw bags to arrive. May cut barrel down, but it is balanced now, will try it first.
Yes it is.
Yes it is.
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Neighbor wants this dead silver maple down. Might drop it once I get the pile cleaned up.
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Well I only did 3 wheelbarrow loads today. Humidity was ugly except for about an hour 3pm imagine that.
Gonna change it up tomorrow make a trip to town for some blue monster paste then put in my new well pump UPS brought today. Should be tons of fun.
Gonna change it up tomorrow make a trip to town for some blue monster paste then put in my new well pump UPS brought today. Should be tons of fun.
Worked up a load of aspen then brought my son out to dinner. He had a huge walleye sandwich. I had the black and blue burger.
And a glass of Pedialyte after splitting.
And a glass of Pedialyte after splitting.
Acquired a “power saw” today from its 90 year old original owner. Long term scroungers will remember that the L65 model is near and dear to me. I sold my dads saw after I more or less wore it out. Will regret that one forever. But can’t change that now.
Dumped out the old fuel that looked like strong coffee. Put in fresh stuff but flooded it off the bat then let stuff evaporate and it fired right up and runs great. Just needs one new antivibe bushing.
Dumped out the old fuel that looked like strong coffee. Put in fresh stuff but flooded it off the bat then let stuff evaporate and it fired right up and runs great. Just needs one new antivibe bushing.
This is where you’re wrong djg James.........You ”need” a 90cc saw........ and I can guarantee if you hang around here with us guys long enough you’ll end up with one LOL
