Battery powered chainsaw

[AchingBack]

Just in time for Dewalt to sell you another battery saw with an even "better" battery for it.

Nothing wrong with better batteries if you want one.

 

[Snobdds]

What makes you think battery equipment isn't rebuildable,(sp)? I've already had a motor replaced in one of my saws. They aren't anywhere near as involved as many gas powered saws. Look into it.

Your post implies you had to have someone replace it for you. How many homeower joes would elect to send off a saw for a chance it's fixable rather than just buy a new one to get the limb cut up?

 

[Snobdds]

Nothing wrong with better batteries if you want one.

You are a marketing departments dream come true...

 

[AchingBack]

Your post implies you had to have someone replace it for you. How many homeower joes would elect to send off a saw for a chance it's fixable rather than just buy a new one to get the limb cut up?

Didjaever hear about warranties? How many gas saws come with a 5 year warranty like my EGO equipment?

 

[Snobdds]

Didjaever hear about warranties? How many gas saws come with a 5 year warranty like my EGO equipment?

I don't know if this argument changes the discussion as warranties come on both types of equipment. Most warrantee claims come in the first 2 years so does it matter if it's 5 vs 3?

 

[kenmbz]

Both of my Echo Saws have 5 year warranties.

 

[Snobdds]

Both of my Echo Saws have 5 year warranties.

My stihl and huskys come with warranties too, but I never pay attention to their length.

I just aquired a Stihl 090 and a McCulloch Super Pro 125 that are older than me to cut some huge Cottonwoods along ditches. I wonder in 40 years if a guy will go out of his way to buy a 2020 dewalt battery chainsaw?

 

[AchingBack]

I don't know if this argument changes the discussion as warranties come on both types of equipment. Most warrantee claims come in the first 2 years so does it matter if it's 5 vs 3?

Evidently in your world, it doesn't. I prefer a 5 year warranty. More peace of mind.

 

[Snobdds]

Evidently in your world, it doesn't. I prefer a 5 year warranty. More peace of mind.

So warranties drive your purchase decisions on a consumable item.

There is an oxymoron term for that...

 

[AchingBack]

So warranties drive your purchase decisions on a consumable item.

There is an oxymoron term for that...

I buy what I like regardless.

 

[crashz]

Snobdds - I think you can replace the cells in the batteries. I do know its common for the Ryobi batteries. Not sure on Dewalts. From what I see (I haven't actually replaced them yet, but I have two batteries to rebuild) it looks much easier that replacing rings in an old worn out saw.

I cut up a 18" poplar that fell with my Milwaukee. It has great power and the larger batteries (9mAh??) last a surprisingly long time. Best of all, no hard starting. Works right off the bat.

 

[Snobdds]

I buy what I like regardless.

My B&D stock appreciates your repeat business...

Stock up on those batteries...

 

[Snobdds]

Snobdds - I think you can replace the cells in the batteries. I do know its common for the Ryobi batteries. Not sure on Dewalts. From what I see (I haven't actually replaced them yet, but I have two batteries to rebuild) it looks much easier that replacing rings in an old worn out saw.

I cut up a 18" poplar that fell with my Milwaukee. It has great power and the larger batteries (9mAh??) last a surprisingly long time. Best of all, no hard starting. Works right off the bat.

Anything is possible if you have the time, knowledge, and access to correct parts. I don't doubt someone has replaced the cells.

 

[Bill Guenthner]

My stihl and huskys come with warranties too, but I never pay attention to their length.

I just aquired a Stihl 090 and a McCulloch Super Pro 125 that are older than me to cut some huge Cottonwoods along ditches. I wonder in 40 years if a guy will go out of his way to buy a 2020 dewalt battery chainsaw?

Makes a person wonder why you would need to keep acquiring saws if they all last forever.

 

[RoyJackson]

Some people will argue that the batteries with go bad and you can't find replacements in X years. I'd say that might be a reasonable thing worry about.

If one is handy enough, batteries can be repaired:

Parts may be a hassle though...

 

[Snobdds]

Makes a person wonder why you would need to keep acquiring saws if they all last forever.

Well bill...trees continue to keep growing. Plus when you have a ranch, a cabin, and a ski chalet in the mountains...I like to have lots of saws at each place for each type of cutting.

 

[AchingBack]

My B&D stock appreciates your repeat business...

Stock up on those batteries...

I don't own such.
Please continue with your obtuse comments. It seems to be your stock in trade on these forums, big boy. I enjoy watching people make fools of themselves. Over and out dealing with comments born out of ignorance. Enjoy your gas powered life.

 

[Snobdds]

I don't own such.
Please continue with your obtuse comments. It seems to be your stock in trade on these forums, big boy. I enjoy watching people make fools of themselves. Over and out dealing with comments born out of ignorance. Enjoy your gas powered life.

I feel you're giving up on your point. You were just about to convince me, but now I have to suffer with my old reliables.

 

[Fuddy1952]

Who could own just one screwdriver? This is 1/4th of the ones I have.

 

[Gale Hawkins]

Our 18" Kobalt 80v starts jerk free.