Shindaiwa 757 ported....

[TRI955]

I started another thread with fuel concerns for my 757 that Jasha did a "tune-up" on. He said that it was around 200psi and should be ok on premium pump gas. So, of course, when I got the saw home last night from Jasha I had to check it out. Jasha does outstanding work and when he said "around 200psi" I think that he was on the low side. I checked it last night with my new Lisle compression tester(with the schrader valve in the end) and it read 215psi!!!!:jawdrop: So after the feedback that I got for the other thread I stopped and got some 110VP race fuel and gave it a go. I blocked up some 30" walnut for a buddy of mine this morning for his wood burner and it seemed to do really good. When I first started, wasn't really very impressed, did some carb adjustments and by the end of the first tank all I can say is WOW!!! Once this saw gets broke-in it should be really mean, it now has about 8 tanks of fuel through it since new. I'll keep you posted....

 

[alderman]

Yeah, but the dyno tests say they're overated........



Hey Mike:

If you ever get the chance, put up some videos of that one in action.

Just came in from running the pole saw and the 377--cleaning up some low hangers, but it's too hot for that stuff.

 

[TRI955]

If you ever get the chance, put up some videos of that one in action.

Yea, I guess I'll have to hijack somebody's video camera and give that a try. I'm going to put the 20" bar with a 8 pin rim on it tonight, that should make it fun!

Jasha, I just want to say thanks again, the saw runs awesome!!!!

 

[blsnelling]

We must have a video! As it sounds like you found out, it'll run real rich on race gas until you retune it.

 

[BlackCatBone]

The 357 that Jasha ported for me is also 200+ psi and runs great on 91 octane, ethanol free pump gas. I've never tried any race gas.

 

[TRI955]

The 357 that Jasha ported for me is also 200+ psi and runs great on 91 octane, ethanol free pump gas. I've never tried any race gas.

It sure seems to like the 110 race gas.....

 

[Tree Sling'r]

I don't think you need anything other than high octane, properly mixed. It is not reving high enough to do any damage.
Mike, keep me posted.

 

[StihlBoy440]

Yeah I think a video is a must! Jasha what do you think of the Shindaiwa 757, would it be saw you would use, can you compare it to anyother saws like say a 440 or 372?

 

[Evan]

ive got pretty good digital camera, ive been useing it to make my videos. i have a 8g card so i can take some long videa

id love to see it running

 

[StihlBoy440]

BUMP, I am still interested in seeing a good video and hearing from Slinger on how he would compare this saw to other saws like a modded 440 or 372!

 

[Tree Sling'r]

BUMP, I am still interested in seeing a good video and hearing from Slinger on how he would compare this saw to other saws like a modded 440 or 372!

I don't have a use for one, but that does not mean that it is not a good saw or I don't care for it.

 

[StihlBoy440]

I am mainly wanting to know how the power was compared to other saws in its class. They are alot cheaper and if the power is there I might would try one out, I own a modded 372 and love it but I am always looking for something else to try.

 

[TRI955]

Nex time I have it out I will make a point to get some video of it in action. I have a new saw on it's way to me so I'm sure it won't be too long. It's not another Shindaiwa either. I am suprised at the intrest all of a sudden on this one, thank you!

 

[alderman]

Hey Mike:

What could you possibly have coming that's more interesting than a slingerized 757?

 

[TRI955]

Hey Mike:

What could you possibly have coming that's more interesting than a slingerized 757?

New saw might get Sling'r'ized too!!!!

 

[TRI955]

BUMP, I am still interested in seeing a good video and hearing from Slinger on how he would compare this saw to other saws like a modded 440 or 372!

I don't have a use for one, but that does not mean that it is not a good saw or I don't care for it.

Boy, you kinda danced around that question Jasha!

 

[StihlBoy440]

Yeah I know, I just want a seat of the pants feeling, no timed cuts or anything, I know he uses his saws in the real world. I would just like to know how this saw would compare with any of the other saws in and around this class. So what is this new saw you are getting?

 

[TRI955]

Well I finally got some video of the saw in some 20" White Oak today......

20" bar with full chisel chain, 8-pin rim....

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Mike

 

[STEVEGODSEYJR]

what the heck happen to the video? I only get 4 seconds and then it is over. Maybe I am just a dumba$$?

 

[alderman]

Works for me. Most of the time my 757 is wearing a 24" bar. Nice to see the saw in action.