Re: OT Chain saw woes

Posted by rview_ on October 10, 2015 at 05:18:09 from (162.212.119.7):

In Reply to: OT Chain saw woes posted by cool hand on October 09, 2015 at 17:06:25:

Don't know why people need to be so polar/brand loyal with stuff and trash other brands just because. It's the Ford vs. Chevy, JD vs. IH argument, and I simply never understood that argument. I understand buying something and sticking with the same brand because of past experience, but I also understand that other companies put out quality products TOO and would not bash them. I will say I don't like a certain model, but that's a personal preference thing.

Husqvarna makes quality saws on par with the other brands mentioned. Do research on them on any arbor forum and you'll see many agree, myself included, at least you'll find few that trash the brand as a whole. I know people that have Stihl, Husky, etc., many have luck, some have an occasional issue, with both. Dolmar?, never seen one around, but I know they are quality. 10 years ago I went to town, closest town with stores is 30 miles away, and I wanted a quality saw that didn't have issues. I was getting either a Stihl or Husky. Husky won out so a same size/HP Stihl only because it was a little cheaper. It was Bomgaars (I think Bomgaars, if not the store before them, I forget when they took over). 10 years later and more use than I can figure up, no issues of any kind with my 455. Never a dealer.

Now, some models aren't "great" with any brand, same is true with Stihl. Husq. 2xx series are their Poulan models. This 440 I was researching to get a lighter saw for a few miles of cedar clearing out of barb wire fences. I decided I'd try a shorter bar on the 455, or get something like a 550 xp (lighter that 455, comparable power pro saw). The 440 seems to be a bit finicky with starting. I did see a post somewhere that said the directions didn't work for them. I think I saw some people say they end up with a flooded saw, pressing the bulb too many times. Also, spark gap and pinched fuel line. But of course, some are duds and need repair.

Dealer vs. box store. For one, I don't see having a choice of where to buy a product as a bad thing. Having a saw at a non-repair dealer opens up the possibility of saving money for one. Over $100 on some of these models. Another reason is, I buy stuff online if I can. I don't have time to run 30 miles to town on a whim every time, or 70 miles if I need something from Menards, etc. If I can get the same thing shipped cheaper than if I drive to town, I'll do it. Of course, saw may need carb. adjustment, same as any other power equipment, and it can still be taken in if a person doesn't have the ability to do it. One could expect that. And Stihl selling at non-servicing dealers? Don't see what the big deal is. Years ago I did see them at Ace hardware, and they did not service them at that time, I asked (Ace hardware is 90 miles away). They may by now, I don't know. I did a dealer search for my zip, the closest dealer is 30 miles away (closest town), they have a certified tech, as I know, because it's the JD dealer. The rest within 80 miles do not have a certified one, though I've been to most of the places, my guess is they do service them. I do know at least MOST do service them.

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