Pole Saw

[rebocardo]

> He came out and said there was something wrong with the way it idled and that he wouldn't
> sell it to me!

Not a bad dealer to have.

FWIW: Whenever I have bought a saw local, even when my Stihl dealer sold Huskies, they would assemble them, fire them up a few times, and test run it before handing the saw over.

You know, now that you mention it, I think I remember that happening to me too. He started a saw, didn't like the way it idled, went and got another one while I waited.

So, I wouldn't say it was unusual for a tech to start a saw, not quite like how it runs, then put it down and pick another for a customer or decide to order another one.

I have done the same sort of thing selling cars. It does not mean the original pick was bad, just something didn't feel right and it needed looking at. So, I would sell a different car and take the original home on a demo/test ride to be sure.

[sawmilllawyer]

Goodfeller now that's a Good Dealler. Seriously, it is important to have a dealer who will service and maintain your equipment, particularily for the dealer only fixes. Sounds like this guy realy wants your business but does not want to sell you something that is faulty. I say I would do more business with him over the years.

[thecfarm]

Sounds like you did good with a dealer.I have no idea about price.Must have a warranty that came with it.If it turns out to be a lemon,which I would doubt it,take it back.That's why a dealer is a big help.But off the shelf you have to set it up yourself and fix any minor problem.Someone I know bought a cheap saw,off the shelf.Used it for 2-3 hours would not run good at all.All set to take it back,but thought he would try a new plug.That was the problem.Plug that came with it was junk.