Author Topic: need help for new saw (Read 4391 times)

missourilogger · « **on:** January 02, 2009, 07:15:02 pm »

i want a saw that can handle a 24 inch bar in oak and other hardwoods i want something like my dads 362xp husky or a stihl 361 are there any other good choices

badpenny · « **Reply #1 on:** January 02, 2009, 07:47:08 pm »

A Husky 372 xp would be a good choice, in my opinion. I run a 20" 3/8 pitch bar on mine for most work, and have a 28" 3/8 pitch for bigger stuff when needed, with 73LG full comp chains for both. One of these days I will try a skip chain on the 28 just to see what it does. I cut mostly oak and birch for firewood, in the 12" to 24" DBH. Also, white pine and spruce up to 44" DBH for sawlogs. The 28" with rip chain helps fit the larger logs on the mill by taking off 2 slabs.
Others have their favorites, and I'm sure will chime in with them.

missourilogger · « **Reply #2 on:** January 02, 2009, 07:59:42 pm »

what is a husqvarna 365xp are they the new 362 or are they old?

sawguy21 · « **Reply #3 on:** January 02, 2009, 09:08:56 pm »

The 365 is a great saw but is probably the minimum for a 24" bar and on the way out due to new emission regs. The 372XP would meet your needs very well but grab one while you still can, they are heading the way of the dinosaur too. The MS361 is a little small but will work with a sharp skip chain.

chevytaHOE5674 · « **Reply #4 on:** January 03, 2009, 12:36:03 am »

Stihl 440 or 460, Both will pull a 24" through hardwood nicely. If you want to pull it easily and have the option to go to a larger bar, then get yourself a 660 and be done.

Ianab · « **Reply #5 on:** January 03, 2009, 03:46:58 am »

For a 24" bar you could look at a Dolmar 7900.

It's going to weigh a little more than the 60cc saws, but not much more, and the 79cc really makes a difference. It will run a 24" bar with ease, and is nicely balanced with that size. I run a 28" on mine, but cut mostly big softwood. It could run bigger, especially with a skip chain.

They are a good quality German saw, similar quality to the Stihl and Husky.

Ian

chevytaHOE5674 · « **Reply #6 on:** January 03, 2009, 08:43:33 am »

Forgot about the Dolmar 7900. I have a 6400 and it is begging for the 7900 piston and cylinder. A 7900 would pull a 24" bar nicely in hardwood.

underdog · « **Reply #7 on:** January 03, 2009, 09:52:55 am »

Echo CS-670
Echo CS-8000

Piston · « **Reply #8 on:** January 03, 2009, 01:21:55 pm »

I don't know much about the husky and dolmars but i have an MS361 and wouldn't recommend it to use with a 24" bar, unless you just want that bar length for the occasional large tree. if your gonna be using most of that 24" more than just occasionally, i would definately step up to the 460. if cost is an issue check out good used one for the same price as a new 361.
i'm sure the other brands are just as good, whatever you get keep that chain sharp!

rebocardo · « **Reply #9 on:** January 03, 2009, 01:35:57 pm »

I have owned and used Husky 365, 372 and 272. That series will do the job fine.

I loved my Husky 365s (bought two new), but, I decided to go to an older Stihl 066. You know the saying, there is no replacement for displacement

I had a Husky 3120, way too heavy for normal work.

If you can justify the weight and cost, the 066/660 Stihl might be the way to go. My next big saw will probably be the 660.

missourilogger · « **Reply #10 on:** January 03, 2009, 03:29:53 pm »

how old are the 365 is it new

gizmodust · « **Reply #11 on:** January 03, 2009, 05:08:39 pm »

I've got a MS361 with a 24" bar and semi chisel. Knocked down the rakers a bit and it seems to go through a 30" blackwalnut and some 20"hickory pretty good. There again, a sharp chain makes the difference. Remember, that's just my &0.02

missourilogger · « **Reply #12 on:** January 03, 2009, 09:02:40 pm »

i dont need a saw that can handle any thing bigger than a 24/25 inch bar and i need it for the occaional tree i think i will get a 361 when things pick up a little with deer season about over ill be able to go back to work were just people who cut on weekends for extra money but dont cut little stuff the smallest we fall for logs are about the size of a normal steering wheel on a truck thanks for the help

Piston · « **Reply #13 on:** January 04, 2009, 08:10:44 am »

good choice, i think for only the occasional large tree the 361 is a good choice, i have only had mine for 2months now but love it. also you'll see some threads about hard starts for this saw, i haven't had any of those problems and it always starts just fine. good luck

Captain · « **Reply #14 on:** January 04, 2009, 08:47:53 am »

Dolmar 6400 and 7300 can handle it as well also. Just not as well as the 7900.

Captain

missourilogger · « **Reply #15 on:** January 04, 2009, 09:52:46 am »

what about the johnsared 2165 turbo are they any good

ladylake · « **Reply #16 on:** January 04, 2009, 03:45:51 pm »

I'd vote for a Dolmar 7900, same wieght as the 372 or 440 with the power of a 385 and more than a 460 at a reasonable price. Steve

rebocardo · « **Reply #17 on:** January 06, 2009, 11:21:28 pm »

I think you can still buy the 365 and 372 new, have not checked in a while.

Dave Shepard · « **Reply #18 on:** January 06, 2009, 11:51:56 pm »

My local Husky dealer has 4 372's. He said they are really, really, without question going to discontinue them this time. For real.

I wouldn't mind one, but I've got more important things to get. $:-\$

Cut4fun · « **Reply #19 on:** January 08, 2009, 02:30:53 pm »

I know where there is some used and new saws for sale if someone was interested. Just passing on the info, none of the saws are mine and pricing will be through Pm's if you are interested.

Dolmar 7900 , Like new 20" bar and new chain 375.00
350.00 PHO + shipping or pick it up...That I have been using for chain testing really strong stock saw. I want this saw myself, but cant justify it with all the others already.

EHP 5100, spun crank bearing has been fixed, still has issues running. Carb?

Brand new in da box Dolmar 5100.

Jonsered 2149 freshly woods ported with new OEM piston. $300 with 16" b+c and shipped to lower 48.

Husky 2100 full wrap race ported, has carb issues and tank needs a good cleaning. Cut great and fast for 1 cut but starts to go lean into 2nd cut.

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