On Jul 10, 7:44 am, "Toller" wrote:
I have never had much luck with chainsaws, but then I have always bought
junk.

Currently I have a Craftsman 16" 36cc.http://www.sears.com/sr/javasr/produ...00&vertical=Se...

Although I haven't used it much, it barely cuts and when I push it the blade
just stops. Getting through anything more than a branch is an ordeal; but I
see professionals going through 3' logs like butter.
I concede my technique is largely responsible, I wonder if it is entirely
responsible.

There is an "new" Echo 440CS available locally for a very low price.http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/...uctDisplay?sto...

Since the normal price is more than twice that of the saw I have, I have to
think it is somehow better.
Will the Echo do better for me than the Craftsman; or would I be just as
unhappy with it?

As long as the motor is running normally, any problems cutting is due
to the chain/bar. Read your manual if you don't have one and it will
give you tips on running it and how to sharpen chain. Most of the
problems with the big box cheapos (craftsman) are due to leaving gas
in them for extended periods and then not running well (if at all)
when the carb cruds up. Once running they should cut the same as the
expensive ones, just not as fast.

Harry K

. Most of the
problems with the big box cheapos (craftsman) are due to leaving gas
in them for extended periods and then not running well (if at all)
when the carb cruds up.
Harry K

I always use Stihl oil for my Stihl chain saw and never had a
problem. Last time I bought some of their oil I finally ready the
bottle trying to figure out why it cost more. That was when I
realized it has a Fuel Stabilizer in the oil to keep the gas fresh.
It's worth paying a little more for it. That is why the saw can sit
for months and start right up.