"chuck" wrote in message
oups.com...
I plan to buy a Husqvarna 353, 53cc, 3.3hp 11lb plus 18" bar and
chain,with a decompression valve for easy start. or a Stihl 45-50
cc.The saw would be fine for cutting some large Oaks that I need to get
rid of. My question to the more experienced is the saw okay to rip
logs, or more cc's needed, do you use a ripping chain, is it easier to
cut logs while laying down or better to stand up and cut it in half. I
assume that I should cut twice to eliminate the Pith. How much of
center should be taken out? Any other helpfull suggestions on
harvesting the free wood into bowl blanks. My 12" bowl limit (1974
delta Rockwell)will be replaced some day so saw needs to accomodate my
future purchase. Remember buyers are liars so I may buy different specs
from above if the turning Lords convince me.Thanks in advance

Stay with stihl, and the 361 is the best one. It is always smarter to buy
from a local dealer, thay are there to help you, they need your bisnes.

..............Latter Ron