Post by: TravisMac on September 09, 2020, 10:20:49 PM
Post by: Bruce on September 10, 2020, 06:24:12 AM
I need to look at the model I ended up with, but they didn't let me over buy. In fact I ended up with a used chain saw and its been great.
Roswell doesn't allow cutting of trees, so not sure why you need a large chainsaw in the jeep.
Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 06:26:50 AM
For a dealer reference, I picked up one from Georgia Chain Saw in CHAMBLEE a few years back.I’ve got a lot of “brush” I want to clear out in the far end of the yard. I don’t want to buy something only to have to go back in a couple of years and get something bigger
I need to look at the model I ended up with, but they didn't let me over buy. In fact I ended up with a used chain saw and its been great.
Roswell doesn't allow cutting of trees, so not sure why you need a large chainsaw in the jeep.
Post by: Bruce on September 10, 2020, 06:35:25 AM
Ive been using it for small branch and brush trimming and it works great in that application. I can reach into the tree and or brush to cut branches then clean out later. Keeps me from climbing into the stickers. Ive cut 4-5" branches with it, goes through no problem.
I have gone back with the chainsaw, but I've used this more than the chainsaw as of late.
I really only use the chainsaw now for cutting trees down. This is much easier to use for day to day trimming. The weed eater attachment works great as well.
Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 07:25:11 AM
Post by: clark123456 on September 10, 2020, 07:51:02 AM
Ya got a picture of the brush?
I have taken down a lot of brush with a Husqvarna brush/weed wacker; Your string trimmer vendor may sell an attachment that isn't a chainsaw, but just a bad-ass blade.
I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)
Post by: Trailabite on September 10, 2020, 08:00:08 AM
Roswell doesn't allow cutting of trees, so not sure why you need a large chainsaw in the jeep.
One of our neighbors received a fine for cutting trees down in his back yard last year. If the tree is less than 6" in diameter or is dead your ok to cut. it most likely would not have been an issue if another neighbor would not have reported him.
Post by: Jeepster1407 on September 10, 2020, 08:14:10 AM
I've got a Husqvarna 455 rancher that's been great! Plenty of power for my needs and starts amazing with little effort over the last 3 years I've owned it.
Post by: Raisinhead on September 10, 2020, 08:16:18 AM
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been very impressed so far.
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Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 08:25:55 AM
I have not tried both chainsaws.Here’s a picture of my bush for ya.
Ya got a picture of the brush?
I have taken down a lot of brush with a Husqvarna brush/weed wacker; Your string trimmer vendor may sell an attachment that isn't a chainsaw, but just a bad-ass blade.
I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)
We’re putting in a fence and I want to create a square vs a radius that is in place now. Plan is to clear all the underbrush and ivy and put down some mulch so that there is a shaded area in the yard. I’ll leave the big trees but limb them up
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Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 08:28:09 AM
I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)Lookin to sail that 291?
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Post by: clark123456 on September 10, 2020, 08:30:16 AM
This will likely be my next chainsaw. Haven’t decided if I’ll keep the gasser too. I don’t expect it to have the same power, but for the light use that I’d need it, I think it will be great.FIFY
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been blown away by them so far.
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Post by: Raisinhead on September 10, 2020, 08:31:37 AM
I literally typed that and deleted it. HahaThis will likely be my next chainsaw. Haven’t decided if I’ll keep the gasser too. I don’t expect it to have the same power, but for the light use that I’d need it, I think it will be great.FIFY
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been blown away by them so far.
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Post by: clark123456 on September 10, 2020, 08:34:42 AM
well, everything is for sail, but I wasn't intending to do so.I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)Lookin to sail that 291?
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I would let you borrow it for a couple of weeks, since that will force you to get it cranked for me! I imagine it's just a matter of validating spark, and maybe a few drops of fuel mix in the cylinder.
Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 08:37:55 AM
Sorry Jay beat you to it. Thanks to my finicky pressure washer I've become a pro at repairing small engines. Welcome to bring it by once we movewell, everything is for sail, but I wasn't intending to do so.I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)Lookin to sail that 291?
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I would let you borrow it for a couple of weeks, since that will force you to get it cranked for me! I imagine it's just a matter of validating spark, and maybe a few drops of fuel mix in the cylinder.
Post by: Trailabite on September 10, 2020, 08:41:06 AM
Wait... there's seriously a law that you cant cut down a tree on your own property?
I've got a Husqvarna 455 rancher that's been great! Plenty of power for my needs and starts amazing with little effort over the last 3 years I've owned it.
Roswell city ordinance: And I was wrong on the size. No trees over 3".
Tree Removal Permit Packet Page 5 of 6 Effective July 1, 2019
TREE REMOVAL REGULATIONS
The Roswell Unified Development Code (UDC), Article 12 - Environmental Protection - Section 1 states that: “No
person may remove, poison, damage, trim, or transplant any tree with a trunk diameter of three (3) inches in
diameter at breast height (DBH), which normally attains a mature height of fifteen (15) feet or more without first
obtaining a permit as provided in this UDC”.
You will be required to provide a Site, Tree Protection and Tree Replacement Plans, as applicable.
Trees to be removed including Specimen Trees will be field verified by the City Arborist.
The application must be approved and all fees paid prior to removal of any trees.
Landscape replacement and maintenance bonds may be required as per Article 10.2.11 of the UDC, as applicable.
Post by: Trailabite on September 10, 2020, 08:43:22 AM
Sorry Jay beat you to it. Thanks to my finicky pressure washer I've become a pro at repairing small engines. Welcome to bring it by once we movewell, everything is for sail, but I wasn't intending to do so.I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)Lookin to sail that 291?
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I would let you borrow it for a couple of weeks, since that will force you to get it cranked for me! I imagine it's just a matter of validating spark, and maybe a few drops of fuel mix in the cylinder.
You might be able to rent something from Home Depot.
Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 08:47:35 AM
I'm just going to pretend I didn't read that and assume its the same as Brookhaven (6"). Don't tree narc on me Chuck!Wait... there's seriously a law that you cant cut down a tree on your own property?
I've got a Husqvarna 455 rancher that's been great! Plenty of power for my needs and starts amazing with little effort over the last 3 years I've owned it.
Roswell city ordinance: And I was wrong on the size. No trees over 3".
Tree Removal Permit Packet Page 5 of 6 Effective July 1, 2019
TREE REMOVAL REGULATIONS
The Roswell Unified Development Code (UDC), Article 12 - Environmental Protection - Section 1 states that: “No
person may remove, poison, damage, trim, or transplant any tree with a trunk diameter of three (3) inches in
diameter at breast height (DBH), which normally attains a mature height of fifteen (15) feet or more without first
obtaining a permit as provided in this UDC”.
You will be required to provide a Site, Tree Protection and Tree Replacement Plans, as applicable.
Trees to be removed including Specimen Trees will be field verified by the City Arborist.
The application must be approved and all fees paid prior to removal of any trees.
Landscape replacement and maintenance bonds may be required as per Article 10.2.11 of the UDC, as applicable.
Post by: j3ff3ry_j33p on September 10, 2020, 08:52:53 AM
Roswell doesn't allow cutting of trees, so not sure why you need a large chainsaw in the jeep.
One of our neighbors received a fine for cutting trees down in his back yard last year. If the tree is less than 6" in diameter or is dead your ok to cut. it most likely would not have been an issue if another neighbor would not have reported him.
geez.
that place , like everywhere I suppose , has sure changed. Wife & I lived on Hillcrest in Roswell for 3-4 years and I used to cut trees for people cause I was "the dude w chainsaw" ... I remember chainsawing trees felled by hurricane Opal & that huge ce storm back in early 90s when I lived down in Inman Park, one for Bill Campbell , iirc...
reporting neighbors for chainsaw use in Georgia sounds like a lame attempt at humor. smh
Post by: Bruce on September 10, 2020, 09:04:52 AM
Post by: Trailabite on September 10, 2020, 09:05:29 AM
I'm just going to pretend I didn't read that and assume its the same as Brookhaven (6"). Don't tree narc on me Chuck!
It doesn't say anything about winching them out!
Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 09:11:46 AM
We took down a tree at our old house in sandy springs that way, it was obviously pretty small, but so is 3 inches (no offense @clark123456) "I was just respooling the winch and the tree uprooted"
I'm just going to pretend I didn't read that and assume its the same as Brookhaven (6"). Don't tree narc on me Chuck!
It doesn't say anything about winching them out!
Post by: jd30005 on September 10, 2020, 09:21:38 AM
This will likely be my next chainsaw. Haven’t decided if I’ll keep the gasser too. I don’t expect it to have the same power, but for the light use that I’d need it, I think it will be great.
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been very impressed so far.
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Jay, Jay, Jay. Battery operated yard equipment? Really? I'll stick with my Stihl combustion engine gear. ;-)
Post by: Raisinhead on September 10, 2020, 09:47:55 AM
Don’t worry, still keeping my stihl backpack blower for the fall. I originally picked up the makita for the kids to use on the trampoline and small jobs. Added bonus was an excuse to get 4 - 5amp batteries.This will likely be my next chainsaw. Haven’t decided if I’ll keep the gasser too. I don’t expect it to have the same power, but for the light use that I’d need it, I think it will be great.
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been very impressed so far.
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Jay, Jay, Jay. Battery operated yard equipment? Really? I'll stick with my Stihl combustion engine gear. ;-)
Post by: BigMike on September 10, 2020, 10:06:07 AM
well, everything is for sail, but I wasn't intending to do so.I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)Lookin to sail that 291?
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I would let you borrow it for a couple of weeks, since that will force you to get it cranked for me! I imagine it's just a matter of validating spark, and maybe a few drops of fuel mix in the cylinder.
Never lend your wife or chainsaw to someone, they're liable to throw a rod in either of them. lmao lmao lmao
If you're in Roswell Clark, drop it by my house, I'll get it running for you. I got my start on engines "professionally" at age 13 working in a lawnmower repair shop.
Post by: clark123456 on September 10, 2020, 10:46:08 AM
I wanted to be a small engine repair guy after watching some YouTube videos recently, but that faded quickly! Thanks, Mike, for the offer.well, everything is for sail, but I wasn't intending to do so.I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)Lookin to sail that 291?
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I would let you borrow it for a couple of weeks, since that will force you to get it cranked for me! I imagine it's just a matter of validating spark, and maybe a few drops of fuel mix in the cylinder.
Never lend your wife or chainsaw to someone, they're liable to throw a rod in either of them. lmao lmao lmao
If you're in Roswell Clark, drop it by my house, I'll get it running for you. I got my start on engines "professionally" at age 13 working in a lawnmower repair shop.
I'm gonna be in the basement all weekend...I may give it a go; I'll save the extra parts for you or Travis to put it back together and get it working.
I always think of these scenes from Doc Hollywood when I take anything apart:
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Post by: 8lugLJ on September 10, 2020, 11:06:49 AM
This will likely be my next chainsaw. Haven’t decided if I’ll keep the gasser too. I don’t expect it to have the same power, but for the light use that I’d need it, I think it will be great.
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been very impressed so far.
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Jay, Jay, Jay. Battery operated yard equipment? Really? I'll stick with my Stihl combustion engine gear. ;-)
Im so proud of you right now John.
Husky saws all day Tmac, 435, 445, 455, all good saws. Stihl is overpriced and underpowered IMO, and esp if you look at dollar per HP and features. The newer Husky stuff is super easy to start and keep tip top.
Post by: BigMike on September 10, 2020, 11:20:11 AM
This will likely be my next chainsaw. Haven’t decided if I’ll keep the gasser too. I don’t expect it to have the same power, but for the light use that I’d need it, I think it will be great.
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been very impressed so far.
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Jay, Jay, Jay. Battery operated yard equipment? Really? I'll stick with my Stihl combustion engine gear. ;-)
Im so proud of you right now John.
Husky saws all day Tmac, 435, 445, 455, all good saws. Stihl is overpriced and underpowered IMO, and esp if you look at dollar per HP and features. The newer Husky stuff is super easy to start and keep tip top.
I still have a Husky 251 from around 1987 and use it often.
Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 11:23:50 AM
Thanks hadn't looked at those. I bought one of their push mowers about 3 years ago and that thing still starts in the first 3 pulls every timeThis will likely be my next chainsaw. Haven’t decided if I’ll keep the gasser too. I don’t expect it to have the same power, but for the light use that I’d need it, I think it will be great.
I decided to get one of their battery powered blowers and have been very impressed so far.
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Jay, Jay, Jay. Battery operated yard equipment? Really? I'll stick with my Stihl combustion engine gear. ;-)
Im so proud of you right now John.
Husky saws all day Tmac, 435, 445, 455, all good saws. Stihl is overpriced and underpowered IMO, and esp if you look at dollar per HP and features. The newer Husky stuff is super easy to start and keep tip top.
Post by: BigMike on September 10, 2020, 11:26:08 AM
I wanted to be a small engine repair guy after watching some YouTube videos recently, but that faded quickly! Thanks, Mike, for the offer.well, everything is for sail, but I wasn't intending to do so.I have the MS291...I couldn't get it cranked the last time I tried, so I switched to the electric chainsaw with the portable generator...not nearly as convienient, but it did work and was a lot less frustrating :)Lookin to sail that 291?
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I would let you borrow it for a couple of weeks, since that will force you to get it cranked for me! I imagine it's just a matter of validating spark, and maybe a few drops of fuel mix in the cylinder.
Never lend your wife or chainsaw to someone, they're liable to throw a rod in either of them. lmao lmao lmao
If you're in Roswell Clark, drop it by my house, I'll get it running for you. I got my start on engines "professionally" at age 13 working in a lawnmower repair shop.
I'm gonna be in the basement all weekend...I may give it a go; I'll save the extra parts for you or Travis to put it back together and get it working.
I always think of these scenes from Doc Hollywood when I take anything apart:
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Hahaha, if I'm channel surfing and that movie is on, I watch it.
Only need 3 things, spark, compression, and fuel. My guess is it has old gas in it and the carb needs cleaned out. Disassemble, be careful with the gaskets and diaphragm, remove jets, soak in carb cleaner and blow it out with air.
Post by: BigPrince on September 10, 2020, 03:22:13 PM
Post by: Grass Janitor on September 10, 2020, 04:48:12 PM
We always used Stihl saws, varying sizes from the little one hand climber saws (which are more expensive than bigger saws) up to 660. The 260 size saws we had were definitely the most versatile, but even the little 180s would hold up for a long time.
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Post by: BigMike on September 10, 2020, 07:31:23 PM
Post by: Scott F. on September 10, 2020, 08:18:49 PM
The Stihl ms251 (All the ‘0 saws have been replaced with the ‘1 models if I remember correctly) is a good size homeowner saw. I think for what you need it would be fine. But I would only get it if you catch it at the $299 ($349 msrp). They run the $50 off sale a couple times a year from what I have seen. The 250/251 is a good balance of enough power without too much weight for home work to wear you out.
Growing up we always had Stihls. When I bought my first saw I bought a Husqvarna 435. The Huskys are good saws too, especially the true Huskys (i.e. the commercial saws). I upgraded from the 435 to a 465 which I got a great deal on. The 435/440/445 are nice and light but with a sharp chain will cut some serious $#%t. If you want to spend more for a new Husqvarna, I recommend getting the 450 Rancher bc that is the threshold where they go from mainly Poulan built parts to Husky parts in the 450 and bigger saws. But the 450 is a pretty good size saw so it will tire you out until you get use to it.
I am not super opposed to the battery saws either for small infrequent tasks. I have Milwaukee M18 tools so I would probably get their saw. The Stihl and Makita are nice as well, but Stihl is expensive of course.
Post by: Scott F. on September 10, 2020, 08:25:24 PM
Post by: TravisMac on September 10, 2020, 09:23:07 PM
According to the stihl website the 250 is $50 off right now. Think I might borrow one for this round then buy one if I need it again for something that my pole saw can’t handle
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Post by: Mortalis5509 on September 12, 2020, 11:00:27 AM
I bought a 251c about 15 months ago and it has been great. Pictured next to my saw is a friend's 391 that he told me to keep for him, it's a beast and I wouldn't want to lug it a round all day.391 is awesome. If its your "new" saw, go get a 20" bar.
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Post by: Scott F. on September 20, 2020, 08:34:22 AM
Post by: TravisMac on September 20, 2020, 09:00:06 AM
@TravisMac did you end up deciding on a chainsaw?I got the echo PAS power head and some attachments for my birthday, so I ordered the brush cutter and pole saw attachments. Jay lives close to the new house so going to borrow his if I come across anything too big for what I have
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Post by: Scott F. on September 23, 2020, 07:49:55 AM
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Top handle saws are great for limb-ing or just keeping in a vehicle for backcountry trips.
Post by: TravisMac on September 23, 2020, 07:55:19 AM
Since I love talking about chainsaws...this is the next one on the wish list for me (the Echo or the Stihl version):Why is one style better than the other for limbs vs felling an entire tree?
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Top handle saws are great for limb-ing or just keeping in a vehicle for backcountry trips.
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Post by: 8lugLJ on September 23, 2020, 08:30:12 AM
Since I love talking about chainsaws...this is the next one on the wish list for me (the Echo or the Stihl version):Why is one style better than the other for limbs vs felling an entire tree?
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Top handle saws are great for limb-ing or just keeping in a vehicle for backcountry trips.
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You are opening a whole other can of worms here lol.. Go down the YouTube funnel of professional tree fellers sometime, that would be easier than to explain how they use the rounded handles for different cutting positions vs. just a top handle.
@Scott F. I was seriously thinking about a battery top handle rig for the Jeep, but I am afraid the battery wont hold charge for extended periods, even if I leave the battery off until I need to use it.
Post by: TravisMac on September 23, 2020, 08:37:00 AM
I thought about that, but figured it would be one less opportunity for Scott to talk about chain saws and I didn’t want to do that to himSince I love talking about chainsaws...this is the next one on the wish list for me (the Echo or the Stihl version):Why is one style better than the other for limbs vs felling an entire tree?
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Top handle saws are great for limb-ing or just keeping in a vehicle for backcountry trips.
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You are opening a whole other can of worms here lol.. Go down the YouTube funnel of professional tree fellers sometime, that would be easier than to explain how they use the rounded handles for different cutting positions vs. just a top handle.
@Scott F. I was seriously thinking about a battery top handle rig for the Jeep, but I am afraid the battery wont hold charge for extended periods, even if I leave the battery off until I need to use it.
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Post by: Scott F. on September 23, 2020, 09:27:44 AM
IMO, when you have a tree on the ground, it’s easy and less tiring to walk down the tree limbing it with one hand and using your free hand to toss the limbs. Even general limbing of standing trees is easier than lifting up a full size chain saw.
@Jeeptrk yea that battery concern is always in the back of my mind. I don’t have any experience with saw batteries yet, but the drill batteries just keep getting better over the last couple of years. I have had good luck with all my Li-ion batteries so far. Not like the old crappy Ni-Cad batteries from awhile back.
I carry a jump box in my trunk that I take out every month or so and make sure it’s topped off. Might need to do something like that with a saw battery.
Post by: clark123456 on September 23, 2020, 09:36:36 AM
Since I love talking about chainsaws...this is the next one on the wish list for me (the Echo or the Stihl version):I think I'm in love. Thanks for sharing.
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Top handle saws are great for limb-ing or just keeping in a vehicle for backcountry trips.
Post by: clark123456 on September 23, 2020, 09:40:34 AM
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