My Craftsman 4218 still runs strong:
Poulan made it but my Echo CS-3900 cuts just as fast and will likely last forever.
Suggestions for a light weight saw for trimming and limbing?
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Poulan made it but my Echo CS-3900 cuts just as fast and will likely last forever.ColdNorCal
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Nice! At first it may feel strange and possibly not worthy of cutting too much because it is so light. lol Also, the rings seat after about 5 tanks of gas and the power does increase. I read about this and found it to be true. Then of course theirs the muffler mod. Several of us reported that our 352's that were made in 2018 did not have a cat conv. However, opening up the mufflers small exhaust port and the tuning did wake the saw up.
If it is not brand new or of it is damaged report it to ebay. They are very supportive and responsive when it comes to fraud sales. However, always contact the seller first to see what they have to say.
Indiana always charges me sales tax on ebay purchases but that's the way they are in this state. I think they call it greed..
ColdNorCal
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eBay started charging sales tax for most states last year. Just found the link below. Missouri, where the OP is from, is not taxed.
https://www.ebay.com/help/buying/paying-items/paying-tax-ebay-purchases?id=4771
https://www.ebay.com/help/buying/paying-items/paying-tax-ebay-purchases?id=4771
I'm patiently waiting for echo to bring the 2511wes to the states. Looks to be under 6lbs for a rear handle.
I picked up a lightly used 352 for $110 at a pawn shop last week.
Good deal on the 352.
They can be had here if you're willing to pay.
Congrats.
Look forward to hearing how you like it.
ColdNorCal
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Here is a Oregon 14" bar and chain combo for only $19. 2 months ago it was only $15. I bought something else then to meet the $35 free shipping requirement.
https://www.walmart.com/ip/27856-Ad...-a66-16f838d37b74eb&athancid=null&athena=true
https://www.walmart.com/ip/27856-Ad...-a66-16f838d37b74eb&athancid=null&athena=true
IQRaceworks
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Well, my "Brand New" Echo CS-352 came in today. I'm a little disappointed....just because it looks like it's been ran, but maybe they do that before they leave the factory? The tank smells like fuel, the bottom of the case and handle looks like it's been scuffed up, the muffler has oil/carbon all over it, and the chain has thrown some bar oil inside the clutch area. It looks like it's been ran....but not cut anything (the chain is clean). Probably not even worth worrying about...right? Maybe I can get the ebay seller to give me a little bit of a refund. I guess for $200, I really can't complain.
I'll try to get out tomorrow and cut some wood with it! It's going to look a lot worse after I run a few tanks of fuel through it.
I'll try to get out tomorrow and cut some wood with it! It's going to look a lot worse after I run a few tanks of fuel through it.
Yeah , the seller has run it in . No biggy , for what you have paid its a Win / Win ! Cheers Bro !
ColdNorCal
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Not sure what to think about the condition. I'd send the pics to the seller and ask why it was used but advertised as brand new. That would also mean not to use it until an agreement is met. Then again, its a nice saw and you got it for a good price, especially without paying taxes.
I would leave well enough alone....
IQRaceworks
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Yeah, at this point I'm not too worried about it.
IQRaceworks
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Actually.... thinking about it a little more. What if someone bought it a registered it already for the warranty.......then returned the saw? Is there any way for me to check that?
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My echo dealer will not allow a new saw from his shop with out running and tuneing it for the area.
Echos at one time had a rep of being sold adjusted to lean and pukeing quick.
You can always send in the numbers to Echo and ask if it is now regustered in your name.
Al
Echos at one time had a rep of being sold adjusted to lean and pukeing quick.
You can always send in the numbers to Echo and ask if it is now regustered in your name.
AlColdNorCal
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Bought one off ebay knowing the Echo warranty is mixed at best and I was going to MM it anyway, voiding any warranty. I do recommend tuning it. Mine was lean out of the box and started and ran much better after removing caps and tuning.
Contact Echo or try to register it online.
https://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO
Contact Echo or try to register it online.
https://www.echo-usa.com/Warranty/Register-Your-ECHO
90% of Echo,s require muffler modifications for optimal power . Even without Muffler Mods , retuning of the carbs in most Regions is eventually needed , once broken in due to their epa restricted style carbs . I always advise the customer to have the Dealer agree to saw tuning at a later date prior to purchase by the owner . P.S. Also as previously advised understanding the owner liabilities of the 5 yr warranty is critical !
Huskybill
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My local husky dealer never gave me a saw he didn’t take out of the box new and run for me first. He cut and adjusted the carb. I’d rather have him check it first.
Note, tru value stores had sales on the Stihl ms170 for $159 the past few holidays. It’s no world beater or for cutting the giant redwoods but for the small stuff it’s perfect.
Note, tru value stores had sales on the Stihl ms170 for $159 the past few holidays. It’s no world beater or for cutting the giant redwoods but for the small stuff it’s perfect.
Yes with a small muff modd and tuned good they cut way faster than a Stihl 170 or 180. Steve
