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Stihl or Echo Chainsaw

chas1254 Join Date: Sep 2003 Posts: 11 Ottsville, PA

2003-11-30          69963

I am in the need for a new chainsaw and the brands I am considering are Echo or Stihl. I know that the Stihl is quite established and considered the best, however, we bought an Echo string trimmer and have gotten more service from it than we deserve. I learned that the Echo has a chromed steel cylinder wall and piston, even on their cheaper models. I haven't heard much input on Echo and would appreciate some feedback from you guys.

Thanks as always.

Chas1254

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Stihl or Echo Chainsaw

gerbilone Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 17 Hawthorne,Fl

2003-11-30          69968

Have owned an Echo CS-452VL chain saw with a 16" bar for over 19 years...The only problem I have had is the carburetor....It tends to clogg-up..making starting a pain in the butt. Some day I should clean it....I would buy a new chain saw but I can't kill the one I have...Stihl is a fine brand... ....

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Stihl or Echo Chainsaw

Art White Join Date: Jan 2000 Posts: 6898 Waterville New York   Pics

2003-11-30          69970

I prefer the commercial saws for performance. There is a difference in the torque and normally the rpms that they run at and they are normally lighter. DO not put to big of a bar on as it will hinder the power of the saw it is normally better to make two cuts if in big wood. ....

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Stihl or Echo Chainsaw

Garycorn Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 17 eastern Nebraska   Pics

2003-12-01          70041

I just puchased a new Stihl Pro 260 with 16" bar a couple of weeks ago. Very impressed with it so far. One thing I really like is that the pro model has a decompression button that you push when starting. Works much like a decompression petcock on an old John Deere. This makes pulling the starter rope a lot easier. ....

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Stihl or Echo Chainsaw

Murf Join Date: Dec 1999 Posts: 7249 Toronto Area, Ontario, Canada   Pics

2003-12-01          70047

Unless you're going to put that saw to some serious cutting on a regular basis I doubt you would find much difference between ANY of the MAJOR chainsaw manufacturers.

I would suggest you find the dealer most convenient to you with the best reputation for service and customer treatment, then ask their advice on what is best based on your needs.

Best of luck. ....

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Stihl or Echo Chainsaw

Chief Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 4297 Southwest MiddleTennessee   Pics

2003-12-01          70053

Get the Stihl. You will be VERY happy that you got it for MANY MANY MANY years afterwards. Big difference between string trimmers and chain saws. ....

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