Did you upgrade to the 261? Or a different model?250 is 45cc
261 is 50cc but the pro version
271 is 50cc but the homeowner version.
The 261 has an adjustable chain oiler, the 271 doesn't. Big advantage since the 271 is kind of skimpy on oil.
I have a 271 that I've had for a few years. I somehow managed to burn the piston out and rebuilt it. So far, it's been running well. I recently upgraded because I need a larger bar size and my 271 was slow with a 20 inch bar. I'm a buy once, cry once kind of guy, so I went big.
Figure out what size bar you plan on running. If 20 inch max, the 271 works. If you're a buy once, cry once, get the 261.
I wasn't sure. I have a big box store Ryobi trimmer that is 40:1. It has far surpassed in service what I have invested in it, so I'm happy with that. Although, it is the 2nd one of the same model I've had in 10 years. They're like 149 beans out the door.Echo is 50:1 so getting a Stihl wouldn't be a problem.
I seriously upgraded to an ms500i...Did you upgrade to the 261? Or a different model?
I seriously upgraded to an ms500i...
I want a 462 with the wrap around handle and 28" bar. I have absolutely no justification for a saw that size.I hope it was the 500i from the classifieds. I’ve been watching it, but I really don’t need one when I have a 462.
kinda like claymores and a howitzer for meI want a 462 with the wrap around handle and 28" bar. I have absolutely no justification for a saw that size.
But I still want it.
No. I was tempted, but I ended up getting a good deal on one with a full wrap handle and 32 inch bar.I hope it was the 500i from the classifieds. I’ve been watching it, but I really don’t need one when I have a 462.
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It’s not a saw for most folks. I do heat with a wood boiler..I want a 462 with the wrap around handle and 28" bar. I have absolutely no justification for a saw that size.
But I still want it.
Don't overlook the Echo CS-590. It's a great value in a 60cc class saw. From all of the research I did, they get VERY positive reviews and are often referred to as "semi-professional" or "heavy duty homeowner".Any saw size that I should get as a do it all saw? Not planning on taking down giant trees as of right now. I have a 16” ego electric saw lol obviously that isn’t going to cut it. Was looking at the farmhand / rancher series saws I have no allegiance to any brands my only gas outdoor gear as of right now is an echo leaf blower