What to look for in a used chainsaw?

[Sid Post]

If my search was messed up. please post a link ...

I'm looking at buying a good clean used chainsaw. What should I be looking at to make sure I'm not buying someone else's basket case or problem prone chainsaw? Initially I'm looking for a Husqvarna 372XP but, a similar Stihl would probably be a better choice.

Or, perhaps there are dealers who will sell over the phone since they can't sell on the "error'net" for less then MSRP. I'm moving to the Huntsville, Alabama area for geographic reference.

TIA,
Sid

 

[TRI955]

Make sure it runs with good compression and the oiler works, no broken parts. I prefer pro grade saws too...


Mike

 

[Country1]

make sure it runs with good compression and the oiler works, no broken parts. I prefer pro grade saws too...


Mike

+1

 

[DEG305]

Same as whats been said plus dealer support in the area

 

[newstihlcutter]

buy one that is in the market place here, none of the great guys on this site would sell you a bad saw. and there are a couple of 372xps in there right now

http://www.arboristsite.com/pp-classifieds/showproduct.php?product=3860&cat=6

 

[bytehoven]

buy one that is in the market place here, none of the great guys on this site would sell you a bad saw. and there are a couple of 372xps in there right now

http://www.arboristsite.com/pp-classifieds/showproduct.php?product=3860&cat=6

:agree2:

Buying a saw from an AS member would be my next best choice to buying new, and in many cases, probably better than buying new.

 

[spudulike]

Check the bottom of the saw - clean means light use and a rough battered bottom is hard to disguise and means heavy use - just like a woman

Check compression, chain condition - bar for adverse wear, chainbrake is present, working and in servicable condition, check the sprocket isnt badly grooved and the bearing is not worn, the oiler is functioning and the saw starts and revs freely. Always be very careful to check for cracks in the plastic and alloy case parts as well as around the bar mounts.

Spud

 

[Sid Post]

To check to see if it's stolen, should I just call the sheriff?

 

[sefh3]

:agree2:

Buying a saw from an AS member would be my next best choice to buying new, and in many cases, probably better than buying new.

Only if the member knows what they are doing!!!

 

[DSS]

Check the bottom of the saw - clean means light use and a rough battered bottom is hard to disguise and means heavy use - just like a woman

LMAO...Perfect,man,perfect.1+