echo chainsaw

[ModernMode]

I'm an amateur Stihl 017 owner for about 11 years. I've been very satisfied with it, though the spark arrester screen clogs out at the worst times. I would say if you're going to buy a cheaper brand, make sure it has vibration control. My father bought one without it and it made my hand go numb. I absolutely hated sharpening or having my chains sharpened so I switched over to Oregon Powersharp bar and chain. Now I sharpen it with the clip-on attachment and it only takes 3 seconds. When you do buy a new chain, a new sharpening stone comes with it. I'll never go back to a traditional chain.

 

[hrvata]

I'm still using the Homelite XL-2 that I bought in 1969. I changed the fuel lines and rebuilt the carb, but the saw still runs and very good I might add. It is the model with a 12" bar and the double throttle trigger. I basically bought the Stihl for a bigger saw (16"). I might check to see if someone else can make the necessary repairs for less. Supposedly it needs oil line replacement and carb work.
That seems awful expensive to repair just those items. I'll wait to see if Stihl gets back to me. I could always put a "JUNK" sign on it and set it out on the front lawn.

 

[dehli farms]

do they still make a two cylinder saw, they used to make them for john deere?

 

[Kodie's Lawn Service]

do they still make a two cylinder saw, they used to make them for john deere?

I have never seen a 2 cylinder one would be cool though :thumbsup:

 

[hrvata]

I have had all 3 Stihl, Echo, Husqvarna Echo always started and ran good did not cut as well as the other 2 Always had problems with Stihl oilers and starting, cases seem to leak....cutting was good...I kept my husky, love it balanced better, cuts better. All but echo are pro models I cut at least 1x per week. With Husky and Stihl it is really Ford or Chevy. Parts are easier to find on the Husky if you buy on the internet. Echo is a good brand for a home owner

I heard that Stihl had oiler problems, but I guess I hoped to be lucky. Well it didn't happen and now I have a worthless saw since the dealer suggested buying a new one.

 

[Kodie's Lawn Service]

I heard that Stihl had oiler problems, but I guess I hoped to be lucky. Well it didn't happen and now I have a worthless saw since the dealer suggested buying a new one.

To fix that problem take and run a thiner oil

 

[Hand2ThePlow]

I've owned a Husqvarna 142 for about 3 years and probably wouldn't buy another. It was replaced once and repaired twice under warrenty for leaking bar oil like the Exxon Valdez. It's currently in the shop again for the oil leak.

My son bought a EFCO at a local box store on clearance and I thought he'd make a mistake. I'd never heard of EFCO and was surprised at how well this saw performed. When it comes down to it we own chain saws to cut wood and this saw cut tree for tree, limb for limb with my brother in law's Stihl 025. It never lacked power and runs very smoothly.

I'm not suggesting that the EFCO is an equal to the Stihl,when it comes to chain adjustment or replacement, field repairs and the sort, it's hard to beat a Stihl. Not to mention their dealer network. But if price is an issue, the EFCO is a better alternative to the Stihl than a Husq or other "name" brands I've owned or operated.

My 2 cents worth :smile:

 

[ModernMode]

I own an stihl 017 with carrying case. I've always had to keep a paper towel under the saw when in the case because the bar oil leaks. Since this is the only saw I've ever owned I assumed that was normal. Is it?

 

[pugaltitude]

I've owned a Husqvarna 142 for about 3 years and probably wouldn't buy another. It was replaced once and repaired twice under warrenty for leaking bar oil like the Exxon Valdez. It's currently in the shop again for the oil leak.

My son bought a EFCO at a local box store on clearance and I thought he'd make a mistake. I'd never heard of EFCO and was surprised at how well this saw performed. When it comes down to it we own chain saws to cut wood and this saw cut tree for tree, limb for limb with my brother in law's Stihl 025. It never lacked power and runs very smoothly.

I'm not suggesting that the EFCO is an equal to the Stihl,when it comes to chain adjustment or replacement, field repairs and the sort, it's hard to beat a Stihl. Not to mention their dealer network. But if price is an issue, the EFCO is a better alternative to the Stihl than a Husq or other "name" brands I've owned or operated.

My 2 cents worth :smile:

Efco are an Italian brand made by a company called Emak.
The Emak name comes from when Efco and Oleomac joined together to make Emak in the 70s.
Some of their product is on par if not better than certain stihl and husqvarna product.

Emak also own an engine company called tecomec.
Stihl use tecomec engines in some of their product.
Very reliable but is getting is expensive considering some production is in china like all manufacturers.

 

[Hand2ThePlow]

After use you should expect some oil to seap out but I've never owned a saw (other than my Husq) that starts draining the tank everytime you set the saw down . I owned a Craftsman saw for 20 years and it never leaked a drop. My BIL owns 3 Stihls and my boy's EFCO don't leak either. So I guess my experience is that no, leaking oil isn't "normal"