i am in the process of trading an LX5 john deere bushhog that i bought with my tractor. i decided to go with an aftermarket bushhog and my dealer is allowing me to trade it in towards other stuff for my tractor. after i got what i needed for the tractor i have about 400$ left over and need to get something of that value. was considering a chainsaw, as i need one. anyone have any opinions of JD saws? are they not a good buy? if they are which model and features should i consider?
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i am in the process of trading an LX5 john deere bushhog that i bought with my tractor. i decided to go with an aftermarket bushhog and my dealer is allowing me to trade it in towards other stuff for my tractor. after i got what i needed for the tractor i have about 400$ left over and need to get something of that value. was considering a chainsaw, as i need one. anyone have any opinions of JD saws? are they not a good buy? if they are which model and features should i consider?
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They are good saws and not mfg by Homelite, which doesn't exist anymore. /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif There have been a couple different mfg's of the Deere saws in the past, and they were not as good as the ones mfg for them now (Italian made). I've used them and they handle well. I had a bad experience with the bar on one, that wore away prematurely and don't know if it was due to an oiling problem or not. Deere replaced the bar and the saw, and the replacement did not wear away at the bar. I like them, although I stick with my Stihl as they are tried and true to me.
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They are good saws and not mfg by Homelite, which doesn't exist anymore. /forums/images/graemlins/tongue.gif There have been a couple different mfg's of the Deere saws in the past, and they were not as good as the ones mfg for them now (Italian made). I've used them and they handle well. I had a bad experience with the bar on one, that wore away prematurely and don't know if it was due to an oiling problem or not. Deere replaced the bar and the saw, and the replacement did not wear away at the bar. I like them, although I stick with my Stihl as they are tried and true to me.
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I've got a CS71 with a 24 inch bar. The salesman told me Olympic made them for Deere. It's pretty decent, have only had trouble with the recoil spring staying on the starter after two Years.
I also have a CS200 with a 16 inch bar it was made by Homelite and has been an excellent saw, I've had it for 5 years and have replaced several parts on it, the only one that wasn't my fault was the bearing going out on the tip of the bar.
Overall, I prefer Deere branded saws over the bigger names and I've cut with and been around a bunch of the brands.
I also have a CS200 with a 16 inch bar it was made by Homelite and has been an excellent saw, I've had it for 5 years and have replaced several parts on it, the only one that wasn't my fault was the bearing going out on the tip of the bar.
Overall, I prefer Deere branded saws over the bigger names and I've cut with and been around a bunch of the brands.
MarlandS
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I've got a CS71 with a 24 inch bar. The salesman told me Olympic made them for Deere. It's pretty decent, have only had trouble with the recoil spring staying on the starter after two Years.
I also have a CS200 with a 16 inch bar it was made by Homelite and has been an excellent saw, I've had it for 5 years and have replaced several parts on it, the only one that wasn't my fault was the bearing going out on the tip of the bar.
Overall, I prefer Deere branded saws over the bigger names and I've cut with and been around a bunch of the brands.
I also have a CS200 with a 16 inch bar it was made by Homelite and has been an excellent saw, I've had it for 5 years and have replaced several parts on it, the only one that wasn't my fault was the bearing going out on the tip of the bar.
Overall, I prefer Deere branded saws over the bigger names and I've cut with and been around a bunch of the brands.
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I have a Sthil MS250 and a John Deere CS56 (if I remember the model # correctly) and I have been just as happy with the JD as I am with the Sthil. /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
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I have a Sthil MS250 and a John Deere CS56 (if I remember the model # correctly) and I have been just as happy with the JD as I am with the Sthil. /forums/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
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I have a Stihl MS 290 Farm Boss and love it! I have a John Deere CS36LE coming with my tractor next week so I'll have to let you know how I like it. The Farm Boss is an 18" saw and the John Deere will be a 14" saw. The John Deere will be used for little jobs or thrown on the back of the quad because it's smaller and lighter.
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I have a Stihl MS 290 Farm Boss and love it! I have a John Deere CS36LE coming with my tractor next week so I'll have to let you know how I like it. The Farm Boss is an 18" saw and the John Deere will be a 14" saw. The John Deere will be used for little jobs or thrown on the back of the quad because it's smaller and lighter.
JMT,
I can't address your question, but may I ask why you are parting with the LX5 for the aftermarket Bush Hog? I am considering the LX5 myself and would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks.
Sorry to side track the discussion /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
I can't address your question, but may I ask why you are parting with the LX5 for the aftermarket Bush Hog? I am considering the LX5 myself and would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks.
Sorry to side track the discussion /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
JMT,
I can't address your question, but may I ask why you are parting with the LX5 for the aftermarket Bush Hog? I am considering the LX5 myself and would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks.
Sorry to side track the discussion /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
I can't address your question, but may I ask why you are parting with the LX5 for the aftermarket Bush Hog? I am considering the LX5 myself and would appreciate your thoughts. Thanks.
Sorry to side track the discussion /forums/images/graemlins/crazy.gif
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I have a John deere CS46 18" bar and love it. It is kinda heavy but very powerful and built heavy duty. It a 45cc engine and compression release and anti-viderating handle.I brought it for 328.00 at my John Deere dealer.
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I have a John deere CS46 18" bar and love it. It is kinda heavy but very powerful and built heavy duty. It a 45cc engine and compression release and anti-viderating handle.I brought it for 328.00 at my John Deere dealer.
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i am getting rid of the LX5 for a couple of reasons. first is i dont need it yet. it will be several months before we get moved to a new property where it will be needed. second is i am told by others that i can get a better value with another brand. basically heavier duty for the same money. since they are willing to give me my money back in trade value i decided to get some other items i need more.
i am getting rid of the LX5 for a couple of reasons. first is i dont need it yet. it will be several months before we get moved to a new property where it will be needed. second is i am told by others that i can get a better value with another brand. basically heavier duty for the same money. since they are willing to give me my money back in trade value i decided to get some other items i need more.
i have never owned a chain saw but have a need for one now to use in conjunction with my new tractor. i will not be cutting firewood or any heavy work, i dont think. any recommendations on specific models. are there other brands considered a better buy?
i have never owned a chain saw but have a need for one now to use in conjunction with my new tractor. i will not be cutting firewood or any heavy work, i dont think. any recommendations on specific models. are there other brands considered a better buy?
