Best and worst chainsaw?

[kenhar]

Over the years I have had Homelite, McCullah, John Deere (echo), and Poulan. Now have 3 Husqvarnas. The 266 was bought new in 1984, still screams. The only time it doesn't start and run is when it's out of gas. Seems to be a bit heavier than it use to be.

 

[DarkBlack]

I think the reason is, e-gas burns hotter than regular no corn alky gas.

It’s blended to take advantage of ethanol’s higher octane to achieve the required level of octane without other additives
If it burned hotter, you’d make more power, since heat is what creates the pressure in the cylinder.

 

[DarkBlack]

If you watch any TV that carries the shows about logging, log homes, Alaskan living, etc, you'll notice that the only chain saw you see anybody use is a Stihl.

That’s called sponsorship. Not much more

 

[DarkBlack]

I don't think there is a better 60cc saw than the 562XP.

My largest saw is my 372xp which I bought as the last production run before they changed months later to emissions compliant X-Torque series. It’s the same weight as a newer 562xp, but has 71cc’s and more HP. It rips.

 

[Cycledude]

My largest saw is my 372xp which I bought as the last production run before they changed months later to emissions compliant X-Torque series. It’s the same weight as a newer 562xp, but has 71cc’s and more HP. It rips.

I probably would have bought 372xp but it’s simply too heavy for me to carry around in the woods. I am a 562xp owner.

 

[4570Man]

I have a 272 and it is a good saw. Super dependable. I like to use it.

I agree on the spring anti vibe being better than rubber bushings. That is why I said earlier in this thread the Stihl 361 is the best saw going. It has spring antivibe, a true 2 stoke, and non stratified motor.

The 372 is a great saw, but there are two different 372. The later "XP" model is an EPA saw, the earlier non XP is a non stratified motor. The earlier 372 OE is much better than the later 372 XP.

I ran the 500i once for a tank of gas. Boy did that tank go fast. But nice saw...

I’ve not noticed my 500i burning gas at a rate exceeding my other saws but I don’t measure each fill up and time it either.

 

[olenjohn]

No deal is a deal unless it’s a Stihl. I own 16 chainsaws. Three of them are Stihl’s. Hands down they outperform all the others. Polulan, Husky, Homelite, Skill, Echo, Remington

 

[airbiscuit]

Everything out performs a Remington.

 

[John_Mc]

I was using the Stabil 360 and then noticed it should not be used for making 2-stroke mixes (with 2-stroke oil). The red Stabil can be used with 2-stroke mixtures. I'll have to look at the Stabil Marine.

Where did you see this?

From the Stabil website:
"STA-BIL 360° PROTECTION™ can be used in any gasoline engine, including 2cycle, but is specifically designed for use in higher end vehicles and equipment, such as classic/hot rod type vehicles, motorcycles, and ATV’s. For Marine engines, we recommend the use of STA-BIL® 360° MARINE." [emphasis added]

 

[JeepHead]

My largest saw is my 372xp which I bought as the last production run before they changed months later to emissions compliant X-Torque series. It’s the same weight as a newer 562xp, but has 71cc’s and more HP. It rips.

I had a 372XP but have not seen it in two years after loaning it to a "friend".