Has the 661 been proven like the 066/660?

[2000ssm6]

The full time fallers I talk with a lot have switched them to adjustable carbs since the solenoid is so iffy. Some last 6 months some 2 weeks in production cutting.

Ok, carb and air filter problem solved but still not cost effective when I'm buying a new saw that should have those parts to begin with. That would be a $1500 saw after porting and other needed mods.

I've been running that 440 with a 28" full skip/8 pin since it came back, might drop down to a 7 pin and see how she does with torque. Just installed a max flow also and noticed some rpm gain.

 

[2000ssm6]

661 - If you purchase a new saw from dealer it's going to have the latest jug, latest coil/IM, updated boot.

661 - If you buy used. - take rewind cover off. Look for 1144C on cylinder, look for 4701A on the coil, look for a "straight" boot. (see attached pic).

opening up the muffler port helps. wider weave screen helps. removing the baffle helps (drill welds then pry it out)

max flow helps quite a bit... 30 tanks on max flow without cleaning. vs 1 tank on hd2.

video is worth watching!

oh ps. I used to be a 066/660 hoarder. Those are all gone. Now I hoard 661s cuz they blow the 660 away in every department. Sorry opinions are like *a-holes and yes I have one!

Thanks for the info, made a note in case I might want a 661.

 

[Deets066]

Ok, carb and air filter problem solved but still not cost effective when I'm buying a new saw that should have those parts to begin with. That would be a $1500 saw after porting and other needed mods.

I've been running that 440 with a 28" full skip/8 pin since it came back, might drop down to a 7 pin and see how she does with torque. Just installed a max flow also and noticed some rpm gain.

661 with a max flo is the new hot setup for a 90 cc worksaw. Just depends on how much you really need it

 

[Redbull661]

661 + muffler mod + max flow + 28" lite bar + 8 pin sprocket = hooked

ported = junkie

tree monkey 661 - 36" 9 pin semi skip square factory stihl chain

tree monkey 661 8pin 404 RS factory stihl chain

 

[RI Chevy]

Nice Juluan! The .404 looks violent. Which do you prefer running better? .404 or 3/8?

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[hseII]

Your the first guy I've heard of that doesn't like a 461. I really like mine

Same Here.

 

[sawmikaze]

Stihl did a great job with that 1 series saw can't really say that for the 461

Who doesn't like a 461 ?

 

[junkman]

Who doesn't like a 461 ?

They are too loud .

 

[sawmikaze]

They are too loud .

Beat it you sh!t hoarder.

 

[RI Chevy]

They cut wood too fast! Lol

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[sawmikaze]

They cut wood too fast! Lol

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They actually have a slow broad torquey kinda feel.

 

[junkman]

They actually have a slow broad torquey kinda feel.

^^^^^This ^^^^ ,plus they are too loud

 

[RI Chevy]

They like to run on red oiled fuel too. Lol

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[junkman]

They like to run on red oiled fuel too. Lol

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Red is for the bar
Blue is for the gas

 

[TreeLife]

Air filter issues. Suggest using MaxFlow.

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I'm considering a MaxFlow setup for my 660, any reason I shouldn't?

 

[Deets066]

I'm considering a MaxFlow setup for my 660, any reason I shouldn't?

No

 

[Deets066]

I'm considering a MaxFlow setup for my 660, any reason I shouldn't?

 

[Chainsaw Addict]

No

660 seems better sealing filter. Prevent fines better. But a MaxFlow is best.

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[KiwiBro (deleted)]

the port job on that block is a bit ruff

 

[TJ the Chainsaw Mechanic]

No issues on the stock 661's we've sold yet. Been good saws. Hell none have even come back for minor services.