Without a doubt, the crappiest STIHL ever produced...

[ford832]

I must say I am sorry, as we all are, sometimes we can't help ourselves

LOL.After reading innumerable Stihl v Husky v Jred threads here's the way I see it.(bear in mind this is modern day pro type saws limited to those I've used or had apart-I expect different models would give different results as they all have their issues)When I bought the 2156 I easily could have bought a Stihl as my dealer sells both but I didn't.Why?,because I like the feel of the Jred.As a matter of fact,I preffered to use my 350 over my 026-for the same reason.I've found with proper care and feeding both have a similar lifespan but as to the build quality and fit and finish it's no comparison-Stihl.That doesn't mean Huskies won't go as long or have more repairs but if you take them apart the difference is obvious(eg.have a look at the oil pump set up on the two)To sum up-feel,handling,av-Husky.Quality-Stihl.There you have it,the final word on the debate-you're welcome.Now I don't want to see any more of these BS comparison threads........actually,I lie,they make for great reading
Besides,It's all pointless anyway as everyone knows the best saw ever built was the P500/5000

 

[RED-85-Z51]

LOL.After reading innumerable Stihl v Husky v Jred threads here's the way I see it.(bear in mind this is modern day pro type saws limited to those I've used or had apart-I expect different models would give different results as they all have their issues)When I bought the 2156 I easily could have bought a Stihl as my dealer sells both but I didn't.Why?,because I like the feel of the Jred.As a matter of fact,I preffered to use my 350 over my 026-for the same reason.I've found with proper care and feeding both have a similar lifespan but as to the build quality and fit and finish it's no comparison-Stihl.That doesn't mean Huskies won't go as long or have more repairs but if you take them apart the difference is obvious(eg.have a look at the oil pump set up on the two)To sum up-feel,handling,av-Husky.Quality-Stihl.There you have it,the final word on the debate-you're welcome.Now I don't want to see any more of these BS comparison threads........actually,I lie,they make for great reading
Besides,It's all pointless anyway as everyone knows the best saw ever built was the P500/5000

Ill go along with that. It looks and feels solid, not sure what it costed new, but I cant imagine it was too terribly much. Jury is still out on the Choke location though...but it it very difficult to accidentally activate it.

 

[Stihl 041S]

LOL.After reading innumerable Stihl v Husky v Jred threads here's the way I see it.(bear in mind this is modern day pro type saws limited to those I've used or had apart-I expect different models would give different results as they all have their issues)When I bought the 2156 I easily could have bought a Stihl as my dealer sells both but I didn't.Why?,because I like the feel of the Jred.As a matter of fact,I preffered to use my 350 over my 026-for the same reason.I've found with proper care and feeding both have a similar lifespan but as to the build quality and fit and finish it's no comparison-Stihl.That doesn't mean Huskies won't go as long or have more repairs but if you take them apart the difference is obvious(eg.have a look at the oil pump set up on the two)To sum up-feel,handling,av-Husky.Quality-Stihl.There you have it,the final word on the debate-you're welcome.Now I don't want to see any more of these BS comparison threads........actually,I lie,they make for great reading
Besides,It's all pointless anyway as everyone knows the best saw ever built was the P500/5000

But long posts should be double spaced. I don't always, but I should. Agree with the rest.

 

[RED-85-Z51]

I tell ya, you guys take things too personally. You are more than willing to talk down about the Wild Thing, and Poulans in General, using your "opinions"....but let someone talk down about a Stihl and the lynch mob shows up.

There are people that can only afford, or only know about the Poulans...and they like them. Then there are people that hate them like they kicked dirt on their momma. Same can be said for Husky, Echo, and even...yes, STIHL.

Again, Im not saying the whole Stihl lineup is junk, I actually like some of their saws for what they are, are they worth it for me to go drop the big $$ on? Like most firewood cutters, NO.

This 280 has a feel that Ive never felt when Ive picked up a Stihl, any stihl. It left me dissappointed at best. My opinion, just from picking it up, Id never have spent 500 dollars on it new. And the owner regretted doing it, he even told me this.

Why didnt I tear it down right there and fix it? Because that's not how we roll. First come, first serve. His name and ticket went on the roster, and likely late monday, maybe Tuesday it will come up for repair.

It says something that he would rather take it to a NON-STIHL shop for repair, rather than the place he bought it. He doesnt like, and more importantly TRUST his dealer after they passed off this Lemon as a saw.

I ran a stihl back when I was in small engine repair school, it was older, not sure what model it was, but that was the nicest stihl Id ever ran prior, and to this day I havent run one as nice. IT was a bit heavy, it was loud, but it was worth it. The muffler up front was like my 031, little pipe out the muffler facing down. But it felt bigger than my 031 is. I liked that saw, but it wasnt mine and the owner refused to sell it.

I know most of you love and constantly leghump stihl with the passion of a Horny Chihuahua...but you must understand that not everyone is convinced...I might eventually go the orange way, but thus far...No sir, I dont like it.

Maybe my MS-260, After built and modded, will be what pushes me over..it might push me away farther..who knows...

 

[Stihl 041S]

I tell ya, you guys take things too personally. You are more than willing to talk down about the Wild Thing, and Poulans in General, using your "opinions"....but let someone talk down about a Stihl and the lynch mob shows up.

There are people that can only afford, or only know about the Poulans...and they like them. Then there are people that hate them like they kicked dirt on their momma. Same can be said for Husky, Echo, and even...yes, STIHL.

Again, Im not saying the whole Stihl lineup is junk, I actually like some of their saws for what they are, are they worth it for me to go drop the big $$ on? Like most firewood cutters, NO.

This 280 has a feel that Ive never felt when Ive picked up a Stihl, any stihl. It left me dissappointed at best. My opinion, just from picking it up, Id never have spent 500 dollars on it new. And the owner regretted doing it, he even told me this.

Why didnt I tear it down right there and fix it? Because that's not how we roll. First come, first serve. His name and ticket went on the roster, and likely late monday, maybe Tuesday it will come up for repair.

It says something that he would rather take it to a NON-STIHL shop for repair, rather than the place he bought it. He doesnt like, and more importantly TRUST his dealer after they passed off this Lemon as a saw.

I ran a stihl back when I was in small engine repair school, it was older, not sure what model it was, but that was the nicest stihl Id ever ran prior, and to this day I havent run one as nice. IT was a bit heavy, it was loud, but it was worth it. The muffler up front was like my 031, little pipe out the muffler facing down. But it felt bigger than my 031 is. I liked that saw, but it wasnt mine and the owner refused to sell it.

I know most of you love and constantly leghump stihl with the passion of a Horny Chihuahua...but you must understand that not everyone is convinced...I might eventually go the orange way, but thus far...No sir, I dont like it.

Maybe my MS-260, After built and modded, will be what pushes me over..it might push me away farther..who knows...

This is a crappy thing to do. With a good post like this, there isn't much to

bash on. Except for taking good natured cheap shots of course.

Rob

 

[04ultra]

This is a good time to insert the famous Go ECHO!!!









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[Stihl 041S]

This is a good time to insert the famous Go ECHO!!!









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Did Echo make John Deere saws before JD bought Homelite?

 

[RED-85-Z51]

Did Echo make John Deere saws before JD bought Homelite?

Echo made saws for JD and for Sears.

 

[Stihl 041S]

Echo made saws for JD and for Sears.

Many thanks!

 

[04ultra]

Echo/Craftsman




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[Stihl 041S]

Craftsman/echo




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I that different from a Echo/Craftsman?

 

[LarryTheCableGuy]

Ultra...what came in the crate, a bunch of laptops?

BRAHAHAHAHAAA!


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[04ultra]

I that different from a Echo/Craftsman?

more like ECHO (KIORITZ CORPORATION)/crapsman







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[04ultra]

Ultra...what came in the crate, a bunch of laptops?

BRAHAHAHAHAAA!


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Something BIG with a Bowtie on it...................





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[jhellwig]

Put said bowtie back in crate and mail to me.


I wounder if the reason the cylinder on the echo is is laying down is cause it is ashamed to be an echo.

 

[RDT]

A new crate engine. http://skillmanracingparts.com/Merc...en=PROD&Product_Code=Z56HCM&Category_Code=GPE

 

[RED-85-Z51]

Put said bowtie back in crate and mail to me.


I wounder if the reason the cylinder on the echo is is laying down is cause it is ashamed to be an echo.

It's laying down because it makes it more Aerodynamic i nthe cut...

Oh by the way, This morning I confirmed 100% that the case in question on the CS510/520 is indeed METAL. The front of the saw, under the muffler, engine cradle, carb surround, it's all a big honkin piece of Solid METAL. The Motor bolts directly to the METAL case which houses the carb, and Oil resevoir. The rear handle and top handle bolt to the composite cradle for the AV system. The area behind the clutch, all part of the big honkin metal case. The oiler is housed in the metal case as well.

 

[04ultra]

A new crate engine. http://skillmanracingparts.com/Merc...en=PROD&Product_Code=Z56HCM&Category_Code=GPE

It was a ZZ502





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[Stihl 041S]

A new crate engine. http://skillmanracingparts.com/Merc...en=PROD&Product_Code=Z56HCM&Category_Code=GPE

How about that. A chainsaw motor you can put in a car!

 

[Slamm]

Some people (Red) are so stupid, they don't even know it, LOL.

Red, you are quite possibly the biggest idiot/loser, I have ever witnessed in the computer world. You have formed a make-believe, fantasy life over and about chainsaws?!?!?!?!?!?!??!?!?!?!?!

You couldn't sit us all down in a movie theater and project a movie on the screen that would convince anyone in this forum that you know squat about saws, you can't work and sure don't have even a pinch of working experience to back up anything you say.

When it comes to Stihls or probably any saw that is new or newer, you are akin to hearing the "valuable" opinion of a lifetime owner of a Ford Fiestiva and rusted out Escorts, about the intricacies, longevity or power of a Mercedes or Chevy Duramax Dually.

I can see you walking into a Mercedes showroom and expounding, add nauseum, about how the rusted out Escort you own, will get you anywhere the mercedes will and the escort is "lighter", and the spring that is poking out of the seat scratches your back while you drive, and the rusted out fenders make it lighter and easier to change out a flat tire.

When comparing the saws, used and abused, by professionals and people who actually work for a living with these tools, practically, every saw in your line-up would qualify it, for at best, boat anchor material.

You are so ingnorant you don't even know it, LOL.

No go, get back on your "meds",

Sam