your thoughts please

[hiline]

i'm in the market for a new chainsaw :D

so far i've looked a few different models :angel:


but have narrowed it down to these 3 brands

1st Shindawia..........

http://www.shindaiwa.com/nam/en/products/chainsaws/757_757c.php

2nd Stihl

http://www.stihl.com.au/Products/product.cfm?iModelID=401

3rd Husky

http://www.husqvarna.com.au/?url=%2Fnode1342%2Easp%3Fframes%3Dfalse

all saws are around te same price range $1000:(

but the Shindawia is $870 :D

really not sure which way to go :whistling:

please help enlighten me ;)

[incisor]

not a chain saw but i have a Shindawia brush cutter and it has been great, had it 5 years and it is still going great guns...

[abaddonxi]

There are only two brands of chainsaw.:D

Cheers
Simon

[John-2a]

From experience, if your using it all day go with the lightest model, after an hour or two the extra 1-2kg can be crippling, fatigue = less control, less control = less limbs.

If its just a low use / emergency saw, then weight is less important and I would base my choice on the best service/parts/warranty network.

Cheers

Johnno

[Redback]

Stihl:D

[waynep]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iCGEfq82BY :D

[Roverray]

Main !Question is what are you are going to use it for and how often?
until you answer this it is not smart to recomend.!
Please fill us in.

[PCH]

Hi Ray,

I don't have a chainsaw but have a Shindawa brush cutter and it has been going 10 years and never had a problem. It's used every few weeks for about 30 mins at a time. The place I bought it from (Foord Mowers in Dandenong) stopped selling Shindawa due to the difficulties with dealing with the agent they now sell Sthil and other makes. I bought a hedge trimmer and blower both Sthil and they start easily but only had them 1.5 years. The also get used every few weeks for domestic duties.

If I was to get a chainsaw I'd get a Sthil.

Chris

[mittadisco]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2iCGEfq82BY :D

I kind of like the Harley Model (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1D4IdO28JU&mode=related&search=)

[mittadisco]

I kind of like the Harley Model (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1D4IdO28JU&mode=related&search=)

Better still (stihl) is to use your landy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGI3yFih_oo)

[Quiggers]

The many blokes who drop trees around here often argue in the pub about which is better - husky or stihl....

a very big call there hiline... it's a subject as serious as which 4wd is best, if you listen to them...

they get REAL serious:D;):twisted:

I had a petrol echo once upon a time, for occasional use,
cost not much and worked fine....before it was nicked... grrr

Go for one of these ray, you'll clean up the scenery in no time:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOGJLoVi-Bg

GQ

[hiline]

Main !Question is what are you are going to use it for and how often?
until you answer this it is not smart to recomend.!
Please fill us in.


cutting up big logs for the fire :D:D

i have a small saw now but often find its not up to the jobs i put it through:angel:i like big fires


the saw will be used mainly for 4wd and camping

[Quiggers]

check that link ray,

i'm sure the rover v8 would make an ideal donk for a chainsaw:D:D:D

GQ

[hiline]

check that link ray,

i'm sure the rover v8 would make an ideal donk for a chainsaw:D:D:D

GQ


i did see the link mate .........

its no good to me it has 2 handle bars :eek:
i could see the wife holding it with me ;)

[TwoUp]

CS 2150 50cc 18" bar and is a husky by another name $799 or CS2141 41cc 15" bar $629. These are the prices I have recently obtained to replace my old Solo (German) saw. They are for professiona use and will last. The smaller saws are basically hobby saws and even the husky dealers will tell you to stay clear. My 2 bobs worth anyway. Prices in Townsville. Cheers

[Barra1]

Bought a Stihl in 1990 - the only heating we had in the house was an open fireplace (and we live in Albury) so the Stihl earned it's keep over the next ten years. Never once did it miss a beat - they tried to convince me I needed a little buzz-box of a thing - I'm glad I opted for the larger model.

The chainsaw now lives in my shed - not used - only because the new house has gas-heating. Must start it up and give the neighbors a rev.:D

A mate who worked on the City Council said the council workers abused chainsaws and the only make that stood the test of time was Stihl.

He also said: "I reckon everything you look at, you will find yourself asking "is it as good as a Stihl". So just get it."

He was right.

[Barra1]

Am I allowed to have two cracks at this.:o

Ray, you don't strike me as a bloke who mucks around with second-best stuff - just get the right equipment and get the job done.;)

So your question has me intrigued - why are you mucking around with this "which is best" etc. I have no doubt you already know which brand is best.

Other brands might be good - probably even as good but you won't find a brand which is better.

[rovercare]

I got a Stihl 066 and a dolmar 6200, the dolmar was cheap brand new...cheap cheap:eek:

And the stihl is second hand, I was gonna buy an 088 (mmm 120cc makes short work of big logs:D) new, but when the 66 came along second hand, honest:) for 450, i couldn't say no:)

But for what you do Ray, I wouldn't go under 60cc and a 20" bar, MINIMUM, but I'd be going as big as you can justify, bloke built like you ain't gonna have trouble hanging on to a big saw;)unlike us smaller framed folk:D

Oh back to the question:angel:, never had anything to do with shindaiwa, but either husky or stihl I have, you wont go wrong with either to be honest, but like buying a new falcon or commodore, just personal preference

Although the Husky's are alittle lighter and nicer to hold on to, but you won't be hanging on to it all day:D

[mcrover]

CS 2150 50cc 18" bar and is a husky by another name $799 or CS2141 41cc 15" bar $629. These are the prices I have recently obtained to replace my old Solo (German) saw. They are for professiona use and will last. The smaller saws are basically hobby saws and even the husky dealers will tell you to stay clear. My 2 bobs worth anyway. Prices in Townsville. Cheers

Jonsered is Huskys domestic range not their commertial saws.

As you know Ray, I have a wide range of Sthil saws and would recommend the comertial saws (without easy start pull start) to anyone but.......The Commertial Huskys are just as good and have a few different features such as rubber engine mountings rather than springs and you can replace the clutch springs without having to pull the whole clutch apart.

In saying all that, I used to work for a Shindawa distributor and we got a really good run out of their saws, they are easy to service and even easy to rebuild if something goes wrong.

A big plus is that their importer/wholesaler is about 15mins from your house so parts arent a problem.

We have a Shindawa 477 at the farm that my old man bought second hand (through my old work) about 6 years ago and it's done a power of work but I have put a piston set through it when someone forgot to mix his fuel (the BIL).

Give me a PM if you want some contacts.

[weeds]

Have you looked at echo

I used to maintain a fleet of them and had no issues except for engine mounts

I have just been given a 20yo echo and it still goes like the clappers

[mcrover]

Bought a Stihl in 1990 - the only heating we had in the house was an open fireplace (and we live in Albury) so the Stihl earned it's keep over the next ten years. Never once did it miss a beat - they tried to convince me I needed a little buzz-box of a thing - I'm glad I opted for the larger model.

The chainsaw now lives in my shed - not used - only because the new house has gas-heating. Must start it up and give the neighbors a rev.:D

A mate who worked on the City Council said the council workers abused chainsaws and the only make that stood the test of time was Stihl.

He also said: "I reckon everything you look at, you will find yourself asking "is it as good as a Stihl". So just get it."

He was right.


Working in the golf course industry for the last 11 years I have seen pretty much most major brands of saws and even though we run Stihl at my work it is more because of the dealer that is near us gives us great deals and carrys plenty of spares.

It isnt about what is as good as a stihl, as there is a lot about the latest stihl product that I dont like in comparison to a Husky that I think is a step above the Stihl product in reliability and servicability when used in commertial applications but it all comes at a cost.

It doesnt matter what brand out of the 3 that you buy, if you dont look after it then it will be unreliable but if you look after it it could last a lifetime.

[waynep]

Ok to be serious ...can't go wrong with a Stihl I reckon.... parts readily available and dealers all over the place ( unlike LandRover ). I've had a Stihl saw and brushcutter for 15 years never given me any trouble.

[spudboy]

Another vote for Stihl. I've got 3 of them for farm use and they have been bullet-proof. If they still sell a "Farm-Boss" model, go for that one. One of mine is 20 years old and you can still get parts for it.

[mcrover]

Another vote for Stihl. I've got 3 of them for farm use and they have been bullet-proof. If they still sell a "Farm-Boss" model, go for that one. One of mine is 20 years old and you can still get parts for it.

They do still sell a Farm Boss, It's pretty much just the MS310 and MS 410 with a different aircleaner and case plus farm boss stickers.

The old 056 and 061 saws were brilliant and powerful, we've got 1 each of them at the farm as well, the 061 is set up with the post hole drill (for boring the holes for the wire) but they are a bit scarey to use when you look at all the safety features on the new saws and they are damn heavy.

All 3 have parts easilly available, Stihl can be a bit of a pain when it comes to things like carbi diaphrams and the like.

[spudboy]

I must have the smaller one then - it is an 044 with a 20" blade (I think). This is the type that hire places rent out. They are almost idiot proof.

[hiline]

thanks heaps guys :D:D:D


now back to this :wallbash::wallbash:

[Bytemrk]

I have a Stihl farmboss.. bloody great... highly recommended..

( Actually to be honest...Dad had one.. I borrowed it...and Mum begged me not to return it as he is getting on and it's really too big and heavy for him.... Mum's happy.... I'm happy..... and I think he's forgotten about it:twisted:....)

Buy the Stihl Ray.

Mark

[googe]

I used to work for the forestry and they only used stihl,the 038 with 18" bar is good for quick clearing of larger tree's,standard form good for cleanup,i realy like the the 036 light and powerfull,the only trouble we have had is the right full mix and good bar oil and keep bar oil jernals clean,stihl dont seem to like getting to hot.

Greg


:burnrubber:

[JohnE]

Mines a Stihl 009, ( Farmboss) no probs a great saw, have flogged it numerous times and it still goes great, easy to maintain,
most of the other properties around here use them too,
they have a great reputation in the circles i sometimes talk in, for reliability and ease of use.

I'd buy another if I needed one.

john

[Fusion]

Got to go stihl farm boss .... best by far and easy to get parts anywhere.... very reliable :)

[hiline]

ok ok i get it now .............:woot::woot:



stihl it is then ;)

[weeds]

So which still will it be

[hiline]

So which still will it be

a farm boss at this stage :D

20in bar 3/8 chain 67cc motor.........oh the thrill of black balloons flying into the Ozone;)

look out trees i'm coming to burn you all :twisted::twisted:


yes i know i'm a environmental vandal :p

[DeeJay]

If you decide on a Stihl, just make sure its made in Germany. They come out of Brazil too. Not so good and some Chinese parts are creeping in on those.
Personally my Husky will do me for firewood. I got a bit carried away and have a 94cc with 24,30 & 42" bars and a 65 cc with 20 & 24".
No wuckers:cool:

[gorby]

I used to work in forestry about 10 years back, and had a husky and a stihl. Of the 2 the Stihl was my favorite. Never really gave me any grief at all. If memory serves correct it was an 056 with an 18in bar on most of the time. The Husky was slightly smaller and was good for ground work.

HTH

[hiline]

back to tossing the coin :D;) for which one :angel:

[Roverray]

The problem with the little 009 is the single bar bolt eventually allows the bar to move and wear the alloy. I have 2 and use them for major pruning of a mango orchid from a cherry picker. Some mention of HEAVY for some of the puppies you mentioned, I have a McCoulloch 250 ( thats 250 cc ) the difference between using it and the 009 is like driving a Mk 3 ACCO with armstrong steering to driving a Rangie. ( you know after a days operation) The smaller Huskys have 2 bar bolts which is an advantage. Product quality in the top of the range brands is very good.
Go for a good deal no matter which brand you buy.

[LandyAndy]

Hi Mate
Im not a Stihl man at all,the farmboss are crud throw aways.
They are the cheapies made to a price for farmers,the only good sthils are the proffesional models which are heaps dearer!!!.
Get the husky they are real good.
We have 2 farmboss saws at work,horrible saws,I get real sore wrists from the vibrations,I take my own saw in for big jobs!!!
Early Echos are good,but the new stuff is questionable,I have an Echo twin cylinder I destroyed when stuck in a tree,got a spare saw to build 1 from the 2,worth big$$$ to collectors so wont be used mutch more when re-built.
My main saw is a Dolmar,615si.Neat saw plenty of grunt,real HP compared to the same size Sthils at work,and no vibration.This is the proffesional model,so a good saw.
My other saw is a Husky XP120,biggest they make,120cc of pure grunt,need to be a big fat barsteward like me to hang on,runs a 4ft bar like a 2ft bar on a normal saw.
Get a Husky you wont regret it,all my mates have them,and love them.
Andrew

[mcrover]

If you decide on a Stihl, just make sure its made in Germany. They come out of Brazil too. Not so good and some Chinese parts are creeping in on those.
Personally my Husky will do me for firewood. I got a bit carried away and have a 94cc with 24,30 & 42" bars and a 65 cc with 20 & 24".
No wuckers:cool:

About 90% of the parts in the engines and all the cases for stihl and Husky all come from China.

The only parts that come out of Brazil at the moment as far as I know is the chain and bar and some of them come from the states.

Stihl is still assembled in Germany and electrical parts from Bosch (Japan/Chinese made these days) and Husky im not entirely sure where they are assembled these days, some where in Europe im pretty sure,

Husky is the biggest selling saw in the US and europe, they have about 60% of the commertial market over in the US and well over 50% in Europe.

Echo and Komatsu are about the only 2 companys that are still making small engines in Japan and Wisconsin/Techumse and Kohler are the only ones still pumping small engines out of the US.

Theres the bit of useless information for the day.

[Hymie]

I bought a Husky 345e for cating around in the Disco.
I liked the Husky saws having used both Husky and Stihl. The thing I liked about Husky saws was the case, more versatile than the Stihl one.
Anyhow, its like the Ford v Holden, Labor v Liberal, Tojo v Pootrol v Landrover debate.
As long as what you get cuts wood I guess, I won't bag you for your choice...

[hiline]

not wrong with your last post Hymie ;)

it all gets way to confusing :woot:

here i was thinking go into a shop and buy a chainsaw with a biggish motor and bar problem solved :D

how wrong can a man be :(

[Hymie]

how wrong can a man be :([/QUOTE]

Real Men are secure enough to never admit to being wrong, at least not in front of the Mrs anyhow.
Have a look at the Husky carry case, nice and square, easy to load and pack stuff around in the car, big enough to fit all you safety gear and spares as well as the saw.

Mind you, a bigger saw is nice if you have the means.:)

[twitchy]

I kind of like the Harley Model (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q1D4IdO28JU&mode=related&search=)

I'll take ya Hardley & raise you about 6 cylinders!!!!!!!!!!

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R27UHHhxtX0

Go the Husky bloke you wont ever need another... They are awesome.

[hiline]

now Twitchy i think your getting a little carried away there ;)

nice though.........

imagine the time you'd save cutting firewood :D

[big harold]

OK I have been watching with interest so now I will jump in.
I have had a Stihl 038 magnum for 13 years.
It has never stopped 50:1 stihl oil and stihl bar lube.
Cut hundreds of loads of firewood and fence posts.
Went through this conversation with a fellow farmer not that long back.
When we did the maths could not go past the 038 magnum.
These have a 20" bar and 72cc motor.
I am fairly sure these are still made in Brazil due to them not meeting the emmission laws.
No they are not cheap at around $1200 but the next step up to a 044 magnum is $1600
A lot of my friends have 038 Magnums and I have not heard of any breaking down.
Husky have open clutch which to me would gather a lot of dust causing premature wear.
A bloke from work swears by his husky but I don't think it comes close to the STIHL.

[DirtyDawg]

Hi Mate
Im not a Stihl man at all,the farmboss are crud throw aways.
They are the cheapies made to a price for farmers,the only good sthils are the proffesional models which are heaps dearer!!!.
Get the husky they are real good.
We have 2 farmboss saws at work,horrible saws,I get real sore wrists from the vibrations,I take my own saw in for big jobs!!!
Early Echos are good,but the new stuff is questionable,I have an Echo twin cylinder I destroyed when stuck in a tree,got a spare saw to build 1 from the 2,worth big$$$ to collectors so wont be used mutch more when re-built.
My main saw is a Dolmar,615si.Neat saw plenty of grunt,real HP compared to the same size Sthils at work,and no vibration.This is the proffesional model,so a good saw.
My other saw is a Husky XP120,biggest they make,120cc of pure grunt,need to be a big fat barsteward like me to hang on,runs a 4ft bar like a 2ft bar on a normal saw.
Get a Husky you wont regret it,all my mates have them,and love them.
Andrew


You get a "Woody" with this post mate:D:D:D:D
We all know of your "Chain Saw Fetish":D:D

[LRHybrid100]

I have both a Shindawia chainsaw and brushcutter - recommended by local council contractors!!!

GREAT value and machinery.

LRH

[hiline]

i'm picking mine up tomorrow Mark :D:D

Shindawia 577 :banana::banana:

$850 cash with the carry box full tank of fuel and bar oil...........

also included is a sharpener more bar oil gloves goggles
and a fuel can :D:D


had another member offer me a deal and to keep quiet about it ;)
but i declined coz my offer was far better:p
mates hay who needs them .............

[sclarke]

i'm picking mine up tomorrow Mark :D:D

Shindawia 577 :banana::banana:

$850 cash with the carry box full tank of fuel and bar oil...........

also included is a sharpener more bar oil gloves goggles
and a fuel can :D:D


had another member offer me a deal and to keep quiet about it ;)
but i declined coz my offer was far better:p
mates hay who needs them .............

Wow i could have got you a 2nd hand Ryobi electric for a case of beer, i stole it out of a White Disco

[hiline]

Wow i could have got you a 2nd hand Ryobi electric for a case of beer, i stole it out of a White Disco


sounds good Steve but i really wanted the warranity just incase it breaksdown.........;)

[hiline]

here she is in all its glory :D:D:D:D


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/12/1065.jpg

now just need to get out in the bush to give her a go :banana::banana:

even more safety fires now ;)

[weeds]

nice:clap2:

[rovercare]

Looks like you need to use it on the lawn:angel:

[Pedro_The_Swift]

is that a sewing thimble its sitting on???:angel:

[DirtyDawg]

I got a MAC 45cm, 48cc chains saw and put a sthil Chain on it all for around $400 and it cuts like a knife through hot butter...but I dont use it daily..but at least once every 2 weeks for a couple of hours.

[hiline]

Looks like you need to use it on the lawn:angel:


yes i know :angel:
your worse than the wife;)

[Dunnie]

My16" bar Stihl has been worked really hard for several years with only consumables like the chain, bar, drive sprocket and spark plug being replaced. It never fails to start. Highly recommended.

[weeds]

here she is in all its glory :D:D:D:D


https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2008/12/1065.jpg

now just need to get out in the bush to give her a go :banana::banana:

even more safety fires now ;)

so.....have we used it yet, we need a trip report on the unit

[Treads]

Did they throw in chaps etc?

I get the s@#ts with putting all that stuff on, but chaps, safety sunnies & gloves are always my minimum wear.

I'll try to dig out a short video of new style chaps being "tested" :cool:

[disco2hse]

Did they throw in chaps etc?

I get the s@#ts with putting all that stuff on, but chaps, safety sunnies & gloves are always my minimum wear.

I'll try to dig out a short video of new style chaps being "tested" :cool:

So you mean chaps like these, or the ones on the left :wasntme::angel::D:D
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/

[greg smith]

Have used most types. Stil do not oil well enough[eco friendly chainsaw] Shind- have not used nor seen in pro use. Husky saw of choice robust all parts avail[at least here in nt qld]. Worked with pro had used stil but went back to husky less down time more durable bbar & chain[oiled better esp in sappy wood ie carrabean pine.

[gruntfuttock]

Ray,

When i got my new saw, the bloke told me to cut light stuff up to about 8" and keep off of the box and heavy tough wood like that for the first 4 to 6 hours. He said too much tough stuff to soon does a new saw no good.
Now weather this is 110% correct or not I do not know. There are many other people on here better qualified than me to tell you but it seemed to make sense to me. Bit like running in a new car.

Cheers

[Treads]

So you mean chaps like these, or the ones on the left :wasntme::angel::D:D
http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/1/1b/VP_original_lineup.jpg

LOL :eek:

Well I dunno, is this close?

http://photos-d.ak.facebook.com/photos-ak-sctm/v125/246/21/528115946/n528115946_372211_4187.jpg

That's me on the left, Fireline tree felling at Gilgandra Jan07

[DeeJay]

Ray,

When i got my new saw, the bloke told me to cut light stuff up to about 8" and keep off of the box and heavy tough wood like that for the first 4 to 6 hours. He said too much tough stuff to soon does a new saw no good.
Now weather this is 110% correct or not I do not know. There are many other people on here better qualified than me to tell you but it seemed to make sense to me. Bit like running in a new car.

Cheers
Well I was a McCulloch Rep for 2.5 years 18 years ago, and it sounds like he is saying something for the sake of saying something to impress you !!
If he were selling a car , using the same logic, he would say keep away from hills for the first 1500klm (maybe he still talks in Miles? )
I would say he is referring to the bar/chain/sprockets bedding in and all that needs is extra oil at first.
Cheers, David.
.PS Ray, What did you buy in the end??

[hiline]

Deejay i bought at the mower shop across the raod from Mountain Gate shops.....


as for a report on its first use ..............


its a bloody rip snorter :D:D

[BigJon]

An old farmer gets talked into buying his first chainsaw by the hotshot salesman.

"I guarantee it will cut down 30 trees a day" the salesman said.

Old farmer is pretty impressed by that, so he takes it home.

A week or so later the farmer is back at the shop, complaining to the salesman "You told me this saw would cut down 30 trees a day! I am lucky to cut down 3."

The salesman takes the saw, puts it on the ground and starts it up "Vroom vroom".

The farmer jumps back and yells "What's that noise??"


heh heh heh:p:twisted:

[hiline]

:Rolling::Rolling:

[gruntfuttock]

DeeJay,

Like I said I am no expert on these things, and do not claim to be. Just seemed logical to me. Basically he said "Don't go out and bury the length of the bar into a big old grey box till it runs in a bit"

He is a nice bloke and not the sort of bloke who just says something just to move the air around.

I do know that he complained to the manafactuer several times and they sent out two of their engineers to see about his complaints.

It freaked those blokes right out when they saw the bloke who was complaining.

His working gear was shorts, singlet and thongs. BTW he collects and sells wood as a profession and wears this summer, winter whatever.

[460cixy]

mate give it some light work for the first tank of fuel then rip in to full noise.

[Chenz]

Having been in the arboriculture game dealing with day labour and contractors doing tree work as well as flogging firewood for a number of 30 years I would have to say Stihl is the go.

I have used Husky, Oleo-Mac, and the rest and Stihl, if well maintained and cleaned will outlast the lot of them.

Like anything if you no maintain she no gunna work too good.

[Jojo]

A bit late on the topic but better late than never...
I use a Husqvarna 339, not the biggest one available but for me as an occasional user more than adequate. And not too heavy and clumsy. Husqvarna (apparently dubbed Husky at your place) are high quality professional products that have been around for ages. My choice was definitely influenced by living close to the manufacturer, just about half an hour by car and I can dump the lump on their desk if something should not work as it should. So far it always did.
Stihl is another high quality manufacturer, preferred by professionals world wide, and so are Jonsered (but to get to their place I need to drive for more than an hour ;)).

If you only use it occasionally, get a smaller (read: handier) one, but go for a quality product with enough power and don't forget to wear prper safety gear, even in warm climate.

Cheers

[Diego Luego]

For what it's worth I bought the Stihl winter last year (2007). It developed a partial fuel blockage within an hour, the dealer fixed it after hours that night and it has been good as gold ever since. There was a splinter of plastic or metal in the jet.

Yes I would buy another Stihl.

[Disco_owner]

Stihl.

[Tank]

Better still (stihl) is to use your landy (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wGI3yFih_oo)
Wonder how they'd go cutting real wood like Australian Hardwoods, could you imagine the kickback one of these machines would have, Regards Frank.

[Ace]

I havent read alot of the last 8 pages, i am in a hurry but wanted to reply.

We have a Husky chanisaw at school and its a POS, takes ages to start, its rubbish.

I have recently bought a Stihl saw, mine was around the $750 mark, and we got a free toy one for marcos and a free radio/cooler with the saw. I love the thing, starts so easily, cuts effortlessly, when the chain is sharp and is so light you can swing it around all day without getting a sore back.

Go the stihl Ray, it might cost more if serviced and looked after it will be the last chainsaw you ever buy.

[dirtdawg]

you didnt read much did you, he bought the shindawa!!!!!!!!!!

[Ace]

you didnt read much did you, he bought the shindawa!!!!!!!!!!

what gave that away?

I just saw people on the last page putting their two cents worth in so thought i was in time.

So Hiline, how is the new saw? The local mower place sells this brand and nothing else. I had my heart set on a stihl so didnt even bother looking, but i would be interested to see what you think of the shindiawa. Matt

[rovercare]

what gave that away?

I just saw people on the last page putting their two cents worth in so thought i was in time.

So Hiline, how is the new saw? The local mower place sells this brand and nothing else. I had my heart set on a stihl so didnt even bother looking, but i would be interested to see what you think of the shindiawa. Matt

Maybe read the whole thread before posting next time:wasntme:

[hiline]

Ace ...........she's a rip snorta :D:D

cuts fire wood no problems at all and $300 cheaper than the other brands mentioned :p

[953]

Ray,
all 3 r quality brands but at least u can say u have the biggest .................................................. ................air filter around:o.
Cheers Dean.

[Bushie]

Did they throw in chaps etc?

I get the s@#ts with putting all that stuff on, but chaps, safety sunnies & gloves are always my minimum wear.

I'll try to dig out a short video of new style chaps being "tested" :cool:



Should be top of the list.

We introduced chaps in the local RFS during the mid 90s, one of the guys was pretty anti, but I forced the point 'no chaps - no operating' he was bloody glad of it - he tested the chaps on his thigh before the morning was out. He now displays them at every course he instructs at.

Treads - I hope hearing protection is minimum as well :)


Martyn

[hiline]

Ray,
all 3 r quality brands but at least u can say u have the biggest .................................................. ................air filter around:o.
Cheers Dean.

:Rolling::Rolling::Rolling: dean you come up with some goods mate :BigThumb: