asbury park
ArboristSite Member
I have a Stihl MS 250 that is about 5 years old. Bought it new. For the entire time I've had it I've had issues with not starting, stalling, bogging down all at the worst times. I've taken it to numerous Stihl shops around me and they all pretty much say the same thing - bad gas. For the past 3 years I have only bought motomix and run it dry if I know I won't be using it for a while. Get it tuned up, keep it sharp, etc. Still have issues.
Today I was out on our hunting land doing some clearing on small stuff and it kept stalling. This is pretty much what happens every time I use it. Very frustrating.
Here's what I use it for - cutting around 1-2 cords per year for our firepit, clearing 2-8 inch trees on the hunting property several days throughout the winter and a little in the summer. Aside from that I may use it a few more time per year to help out the neighbors.
Last year I considered selling it and upgrading to either a 271 or 261. I have a friend with a 271 and he loves it. No issues ever. Seems like it would fit my needs. Was thinking about the 261 because you know you are getting quality in the pro model, the power to weight is great and I'll probably never have to buy another saw again. The downside is it is way more expensive and probably way more saw than I need.
Bottom line, I'm tired of the issues with the 250. Am I doing something wrong? Should I just ditch it and get a new saw? If so, what fits my needs best?
Today I was out on our hunting land doing some clearing on small stuff and it kept stalling. This is pretty much what happens every time I use it. Very frustrating.
Here's what I use it for - cutting around 1-2 cords per year for our firepit, clearing 2-8 inch trees on the hunting property several days throughout the winter and a little in the summer. Aside from that I may use it a few more time per year to help out the neighbors.
Last year I considered selling it and upgrading to either a 271 or 261. I have a friend with a 271 and he loves it. No issues ever. Seems like it would fit my needs. Was thinking about the 261 because you know you are getting quality in the pro model, the power to weight is great and I'll probably never have to buy another saw again. The downside is it is way more expensive and probably way more saw than I need.
Bottom line, I'm tired of the issues with the 250. Am I doing something wrong? Should I just ditch it and get a new saw? If so, what fits my needs best?