Ultimate "Firewood" Saw

Moparmyway · Oct 24, 2019

FordTruckMan said:
OK so clearly I need to look harder for someone to port my 661.

THIS !!!

FordTruckMan · Oct 24, 2019

Moparmyway said:
THIS !!!

Please feel free to recommend someone! I only found Randy from a google search and another forum...If anyone is reading this that ports saws and would consider themselves on the same level as MasterMind, please reach out to me.

Moparmyway · Oct 24, 2019

FordTruckMan said:
Please feel free to recommend someone! I only found Randy from a google search and another forum...If anyone is reading this that ports saws and would consider themselves on the same level as MasterMind, please reach out to me.

Same level as Randy ??? ............. count me out

FordTruckMan · Oct 24, 2019

Moparmyway said:
Same level as Randy ??? ............. count me out

Sorry, is that something that's not likely to happen? I don't mean to offend anyone, I simply don't know any better. I am making the assumption that Randy is really good based on various posts I have read about his reputation, and the fact that he has a website and a 3 month back log.

I would like to have someone who is just as capable, is that a more fair way to put it? They don't need a website and a 3 month back log lol. I just want someone who can provide proof that they know what they are doing, and isn't going to screw me over.

USMC615 · Oct 24, 2019

FordTruckMan said:
Sorry, is that something that's not likely to happen? I don't mean to offend anyone, I simply don't know any better. I am making the assumption that Randy is really good based on various posts I have read about his reputation, and the fact that he has a website and a 3 month back log.

I would like to have someone who is just as capable, is that a more fair way to put it? They don't need a website and a 3 month back log lol. I just want someone who can provide proof that they know what they are doing, and isn't going to screw me over.

Check the PM I sent you...

FordTruckMan · Oct 24, 2019

Thank you Sir, PM replied.

jk14 · Oct 24, 2019

FordTruckMan said:
Sorry, is that something that's not likely to happen? I don't mean to offend anyone, I simply don't know any better. I am making the assumption that Randy is really good based on various posts I have read about his reputation, and the fact that he has a website and a 3 month back log.

I would like to have someone who is just as capable, is that a more fair way to put it? They don't need a website and a 3 month back log lol. I just want someone who can provide proof that they know what they are doing, and isn't going to screw me over.

There's plenty of reputable guys in here, one that I'd put at the top of the list is @tree monkey you will not be disappointed by him. The R&D that he puts into his work is second to none.

Spladle160 · Oct 24, 2019

There are at least a dozen highly capable builders on here who I'm sure @Mastermind himself would proudly recommend. Most of the best stay away from composting their abilities on internet forums. It can quickly devolve into unnecessary bickering. I have a mastermind 661. I've never run a stock one. I can't imagine anyone considering it underpowered.

cuinrearview · Oct 24, 2019

FordTruckMan said:
Sorry, is that something that's not likely to happen? I don't mean to offend anyone, I simply don't know any better. I am making the assumption that Randy is really good based on various posts I have read about his reputation, and the fact that he has a website and a 3 month back log.

I would like to have someone who is just as capable, is that a more fair way to put it? They don't need a website and a 3 month back log lol. I just want someone who can provide proof that they know what they are doing, and isn't going to screw me over.

Ima send you a suggestion too

TreeLife · Oct 24, 2019

Folk arent going to steer you wrong brother, lots of good porters on the site!

Nutball · Oct 24, 2019

The 661 can be ported specifically for more low end torque. An oil pump modification should help it pull a 36" well. I don't like running bigger than a 28" on a 661 for low oil output reasons. The 661 is a extra short stroke saw too, so a 395 might be the way to go.

Echos are built for torque, but I have no idea how well a ported cs800 pulls a 36". They are long lasting and cheap to buy and maintain.

If you know how to use peaky saws without low end torque, then they pose little problem. Just keep the chain sharp and the depth gauges filed enough to where the saw self feeds well with the whole bar buried in wood without pulling it out of that peak power band. My Jonsered 2188 (husqvarna 390) was like that, I didn't lean on it, just helped it along as it flew through wood at 9500rpm. With a 7t and Stihl square skip chain and a super oil pump, it had no problem burying a 42" with only a muffler mod.

I think a Husqvarna 572 would be a great all around saw to replace the 290 and 661 for non 36" bar cutting, but for something extra light weight yet capable, a ported Echo 490 is excellent with a 20" bar.

Mastermind · Oct 24, 2019

Ported chainsaws are overly loud, and they frighten me.

cuinrearview · Oct 24, 2019

Nutball said:
a ported Echo 490 is excellent with a 20" bar.

Vid?

Loving your other Echo thread BTW.

Bigmac · Oct 24, 2019

Mastermind said:
Ported chainsaws are overly loud, and they frighten me.

You face your fears daily!

huskihl · Oct 24, 2019

I'll have time in early January to port your 661 if you'd like.

Termitebuffet · Oct 24, 2019

Mastermind said:
Ported chainsaws are overly loud, and they frighten me.

You forgot how bad they smell. ..

Sent from a potato

sawmikaze · Oct 24, 2019

Nutball said:
The 661 can be ported specifically for more low end torque. An oil pump modification should help it pull a 36" well. I don't like running bigger than a 28" on a 661 for low oil output reasons. The 661 is a extra short stroke saw too, so a 395 might be the way to go.

Echos are built for torque, but I have no idea how well a ported cs800 pulls a 36". They are long lasting and cheap to buy and maintain.

If you know how to use peaky saws without low end torque, then they pose little problem. Just keep the chain sharp and the depth gauges filed enough to where the saw self feeds well with the whole bar buried in wood without pulling it out of that peak power band. My Jonsered 2188 (husqvarna 390) was like that, I didn't lean on it, just helped it along as it flew through wood at 9500rpm. With a 7t and Stihl square skip chain and a super oil pump, it had no problem burying a 42" with only a muffler mod.

I think a Husqvarna 572 would be a great all around saw to replace the 290 and 661 for non 36" bar cutting, but for something extra light weight yet capable, a ported Echo 490 is excellent with a 20" bar.

All you have to do is punch the pin in for a 36" bar and it works just fine. No mod required.

cuinrearview · Oct 24, 2019

huskihl said:
I'll have time in early January to port your 661 if you'd like.

Nobody likes this hack or recommends him in PMs.

Nutball · Oct 24, 2019

sawmikaze said:
All you have to do is punch the pin in for a 36" bar and it works just fine. No mod required.

I forget there's some stupid thing like that.

huskihl said:
I'll have time in early January to port your 661 if you'd like.

It certainly would be more cost effective than buying a new saw.

Backtroller · Oct 24, 2019

Moparmyway said:
Same level as Randy ??? ............. count me out

There are some great porters here BUT don’t sell yourself short. That 661 you built me is the single most impressive saw I have ever run

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