I have two 261 cms. One runs an 18 inch full chisel chain. The other is set up with a 24 in bar and foll chisel skip. Both saws have cut upwards of 250 face cord and are super runners. I pulled the top end on one saw and ported it and the performance was greatly improved. I'd recommend this to anyone seeking a smaller sized pro quality tool. If you have any level of experience toss that low kickback chain that stihl supplies and you will cut faster and there will be less wear on the saw.
@saltrock9642
Жыл бұрын
My 261 went from “just a saw” to a beast with a full chisel (yellow) Stihl chain. And get a good raker gauge like the ones put out by Husqvarna.
@hnchmen34
11 ай бұрын
How does it handle that 24" bar...?
@enim83
11 ай бұрын
What chain is the full chisel chain. My dealer keeps telling me that the blueish link chain is the only one available
@saltrock9642
11 ай бұрын
@@enim83Stihl full chisel chains have a yellow mark on the box. You will notice a difference when you change over.
@michaelbradley770
7 ай бұрын
@@saltrock9642 you can get full chisel in green and yellow. The only thing different between green and yellow is green is low kickback and yellow is not
@paul.tuttle
11 ай бұрын
I can not thank you enough for pointing out the ppe which most of your fellow US folks neglect ... maybe I’m a little too germanish, but this is really so important !!!! Tell your customers to always fill up oil first, and we'll be friends ... The way you do explain things would even pass the German chainsaw license over here (yes, we do have a chainsaw license over her...) Thank you ever so much !!!
@jeffgood1580
7 ай бұрын
Hah I just bought this saw yesterday and for a split second I considered skipping the chaps but I did get them and ear muffs. I was so glad I bought the chaps. They’re so nice to have and peace of mind is a great thing
@paul.tuttle
7 ай бұрын
@@jeffgood1580 Amen!!!
@paul.tuttle
7 ай бұрын
@@jeffgood1580well done, man well done: For your own safety!
@boobrowsky
7 күн бұрын
Dude did you tried to work 8 hrs in chaps when outside is 25+*C it's more danger due to heat exhaustion than just working without them and keep thinking wtf you doo 😅
@noturbizz1
7 ай бұрын
storage season for my 261 isn't an issue, I run it year round because it starts so easy in winters in Maine. the mTronic is a game changer, I don't adjust carbs my saw does. 0 or 90 degrees it runs ghe same.
@dwainetyncompany
2 жыл бұрын
I own an MS261C. Really enjoy it too. I’ve put a lot of hard hours on that thing. Clearing storm downed trees, bucking firewood for side work, slabbing logs of various hardwood species, even blocking out carvings right down to where I can take my angle grinder and go from there! Very versatile saw. I’ve never ran anything other than Motomix. I don’t run my saw for my career so the weekends and evenings throughout the week here and there are when I use it. Motomix lasts so much longer. I find a gallon of Motomix lasting me more than several months at the rate that I cut. Haven’t had a single issue with my saw, period. Not one!
@Carlsmower
2 жыл бұрын
Sounds like you are doing all the right stuff thanks for the feedback and keep enjoying the incredible chainsaw
@dwainetyncompany
2 жыл бұрын
@@Carlsmower The videos that you make really helped me out a lot in the decision making process. It's my first chainsaw so I had no expectation and no standards! Your videos are actually quite valuable to a potential consumer. A good voice for the industry too. You are phenomenal
@Carlsmower
2 жыл бұрын
@@dwainetyncompany thank you for that we are doing our best to not only give our customers the information they need but ultimately to bring value to other dealerships around the country And heck even the world
@valqueenofValhalla
2 жыл бұрын
I just got one is it really that great of a saw a lot of people rave about it I hope I like it as much it seems to be great 👍
@dwainetyncompany
2 жыл бұрын
@@valqueenofValhalla You definitely made a good decision in your purchase. I couldn't be happier. Honestly.
@williamgrissom1995
5 ай бұрын
My only issue with my 261, back when I had it years ago, was that it wasn't tuned very good from the dealership. It bogged down way too easy. So I would recommend learning how to tune your saw. I was inexperienced back then and trusted that the dealer tuned it up the way it was supposed to be and just thought it was a gutless model. So I just used my 361 instead, even when the 261 should have been perfect for the wood size I was cutting. Now I realize my saws weren't tuned for optimum performance by my dealer and it caused me to work harder than I needed to if my saws were tuned right. Maybe it was just my local dealer that did this type of thing. But I would now retune it if I had a Stihl saw underperforming, because Stihl makes really great saws and these saws I bought especially shouldn't have been running the way they were because my saws were all pro saws.
@brucelavender
2 ай бұрын
Great video! All questions answered. Thank you for covering all the details of a saw I am considering purchasing.
@thomasgronek6469
Жыл бұрын
thanks for the video. Questions: The MS362, AND 261 have similar control module / fuel solenoid issues, in that, when the original black solenoid fails (It is designed to fail between 100, and 200 hours (Thanks Stihl), and only the white solenoid is available, what control module should be used? I started with a 4705 A, I was told by Stihl that a 4706 would work, and it didn't, then I used a 4705B, and a white solenoid, (And an orange filter, an important but subtle change that one is supposed to have infused knowledge about I guess). It works for now. More importantly where can we find the information about such issues, the Stihl phone customer service folks rarely know the answers to such questions, , , , and the bigger saws also have issues with change overs, so it would be a million questions for every saw, and different reset procedures with different control module / solenoid combinations So here I sit, with an $800 saw, and another 250 into the saw (It has less than 150 hours on it), which I no longer trust. Which calibration or reset procedure does one follow when these parts are changed ?
@jeffreyrudolph5061
Жыл бұрын
Reply Thanks for sharing . Try an Echo ... for that perfect back up .
@markclark1605
2 жыл бұрын
Very good saw with reasonable power also. The weight is nice with very good balance. Good demo on the saw.
@Carlsmower
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feedback
@danielmatthews3420
7 ай бұрын
Thanks and I love my Stihl MS 261 CM!!!!!
@richardjura7044
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent presentation! Way to go! I have a MS261 CQ
@OnTarget100
2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for an excellent explanation of how to use my STIHL chainsaw. Cheers from Sydney Australia
@justmedontknowdoyou7860
Жыл бұрын
EXCELLENT ,,,,EXCELLENT ,,,,EXCELLENT video and VERY informative. I JUST bought this saw today. And can't wait to start to use it, 'GOOD PRESENTATION"
@monahantp3767
2 ай бұрын
Excellent videos-- Thank you!! Shopping for our first saw, as we had our first maple fall recently... Wish y'all had a store in Olympia WA(!) We do however have a good Stihl dealer nearby. Thanks to your videos we've decided on the 261 without the digital M-tronic,-- too many digital things in our lives already... at least for this over-50-guy :D
@dwhallon21
2 жыл бұрын
Excellent video, only complaint is the starting sequence should have started the saw. PPE is extremely important. I have seen many saws tested or listed for sale where operator doesn't wear safety glasses, has shorts on, or wears open toe shoes. This is a saw folks, and mistakes happen fast. Where your PPE. I often wear my chaps as well. Yes they are a little bulky, yes in summer they are hot, but that saw chain doesn't know difference between wood and your legs, wear at least heavy pants with the other PPE equipment. Again , excellent video, and it's obviously that the demo person isn't doing this for first time, he is knowledgeable and excellent as well
@robinverbridge4900
11 ай бұрын
Carl l really appreciate you covering several things l need to know about my MS 261! Thank-You ..... mine is NOT m tronic but very useful still.
@jamesford9917
Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much for the awesome video on the ms 261
@johnsweeney3060
Жыл бұрын
Great saw features demo, thanks for the info… keep up the good work.
@damodoesall6240
Жыл бұрын
Great introduction Carl !
@bronzepodcast
2 жыл бұрын
Flip Flops are great for chainsaw work!
@Carlsmower
2 жыл бұрын
😂
@bradleymaddy7380
2 жыл бұрын
Steel toe Crocs in 4wd work well also
@P.T._aus_B.
Жыл бұрын
Never did that…😏🤥
@ParasitikOne
Жыл бұрын
Everyone knows wild man style barefoot is the only way to go.
@stokermeister3
5 ай бұрын
When switching from winter to summer mode does a person need to do a reset of the saw or when putting on a 20” bar ?
@benjaminleslie3155
2 жыл бұрын
Certainly a peppy little saw 💪💯
@Carlsmower
2 жыл бұрын
Yeah for it size it is pretty awesome machine
@harryharry3193
2 ай бұрын
great presentation. subbed.
@freddiebuckner912
2 жыл бұрын
hi josh I hope you are well could you please do a video on the stihl ms151t, ms194t and ms201t
@Carlsmower
2 жыл бұрын
Great idea! We'll try to work these into the mix!
@freddiebuckner912
2 жыл бұрын
@@Carlsmower great thank you
@jeffcoulter7181
Жыл бұрын
Great review and fantastic safety advice.
@MrDuffy81
7 ай бұрын
I’m looking at buying a new saw. Actually my first saw. I was looking at the 271 and the mechanic at the store was telling me that it was a decent machine for what I need. Then I watched an online review and they were talking about the 271 not being with the 261 is. I used to work for a tree company and he told me to get the 362. I’m probably only going to be using it Once in a while. I don’t have my own tree business or anything but I do plan on helping some neighbors cut down some broken branches if need be after I get the saw. I could always try to make money with it. Wondering if the 271 would even be feasible to use to do trimming and cleanups and small removals? Or do I need to go bigger? Thanks for any information you can offer.
@Timijim
2 жыл бұрын
I’ve had one for a couple years. Not bad for a little guy.
@2010bigfathen
9 ай бұрын
You are supposed to hold it at full throttle until you hear it change sounds, it tells all about it in the owners manual. That’s only on the first start up
@4kVideoTours
Жыл бұрын
That was awesome, thanks! 👍🏼😎😀 I want one! What length bar is on that one? I noticed Stihl recommends a 16” bar. Do they all ship to dealers with a 16”? I want a 20” when I get one. I have a 170 -16”, 250 -18” and I’d love a 261 with a 20”. I do understand I can add one, just wondering how they arrive default from Stihl, thanks! 👍🏼😎
@jeffsmith1830
Жыл бұрын
Bought one today. Came with a 20.
@4kVideoTours
Жыл бұрын
@@jeffsmith1830 cool deal, I bought my MS 261 two weeks ago with a 20” bar, works great! Love that de-compression button! 👍🏼👍🏼🤓
@jeffberg9313
Жыл бұрын
very good video, thank you
@ReggieChump
5 ай бұрын
Which bar do you all prefer, the one in this video, or the new "Light 04" bar? The Light 04 bar looks rubbish compared to the old style, but does it cut better??
@tonypavone9775
Жыл бұрын
Wow, you nailed it!!
@turgus69
Жыл бұрын
great video, what length cutting bar is put on this saw? 50cm?
@hankventurez
Жыл бұрын
Based sales rep.
@goldbuyer
Жыл бұрын
"You Own a 261" ? I wish. If I did, I certianly wouldn't run HP Ultra in it that's for sure. Other than that, great video.
@68fmj51
Жыл бұрын
What’s the problem with Ultra? That’s what I’ve been using in my MS 170 for years, and I just bought a 261 with a standard carb.
@ReggieChump
10 ай бұрын
Been using HP Ultra for years. Ran a KM 131r for nearly 4 years (strimmer head, leaf-blower, hedge-cutter attachments). It did a massive amount of work, I wore the driveshaft out on it, inside those 4 years... The engine still ran fine when I sold it. I'm a gardener, so bought a new KM 131r. Don't use that cheap fuel.
@barnyardbrio7597
10 ай бұрын
thanks for showing me where the gas goes
@bldrmtnman
Жыл бұрын
Do you need to clean this saw's spark arrestor?
@AnthemBassMan
6 ай бұрын
Should be part of your regular maintenance. Only takes a minute to pop out the screen to check if it’s getting a buildup of carbon on it.
@ericplatt3390
Жыл бұрын
Do these have gas vent tube? And where the heck is it located?
@grgygantz6760
Жыл бұрын
Here in hot azz Florida . We run Wession oil, since we also need oil to do our fries in the field.
@ridehardny
2 жыл бұрын
Great video, however the starting procedure is improper for a “C” series saw. It needs to be calibrated as outlined in the manual.
@prestonfreeman8443
2 ай бұрын
1st thing you need to do is put some holes in the muffler.. Awesome power afterwards
@davidwatson7544
2 ай бұрын
Do you need to adjust the carburetor after doing so?
@prestonfreeman8443
2 ай бұрын
Nope, the saw adopts to the modification
@EddieTM-gj3vt
11 ай бұрын
Where could I purchase the helmet you use?
@jaydee2620
2 жыл бұрын
I usually get 2 tanks of fuel for every tank of bar oil, in ALL of my chainsaws. Idk is that just me ??
@jimzeleny7213
2 жыл бұрын
That's pretty much what I get too. And usually sharpen the blade after two tanks of gas.
@ReggieChump
7 ай бұрын
Can anyone help, please? The Ms261-c ( "18 Light 04 bar) states a 4.8mm file... But, when sharpening, I'm finding that the aforementioned file barely fits in the gullet? Seems too tight and awkward to sharpen, but it states it's the correct file? Any advice, please? From "England'istan".
@bobrazowsky85
6 ай бұрын
4.8 mm is right file for .325 chains. I think you need to use a special tool for attach your file and that tool "slide" on the flat chrome gauge when you work, it's help a lot.
@ReggieChump
5 ай бұрын
@@bobrazowsky85Thank you. Yeah, it seemed way too tight to start with... Almost as if upon withdrawing from the sharpening stroke, it was rubbing on the tooth. After quite a few sharpenings, it seems easier now. Just thought someone might advise a smaller file, a trick/hack, or something. Might try the 2-in-1 file, but I don't like the fact with the aforementioned, that it's only one part of the file in contact... I mean you can't rotate the file, or tap/clean it without removing it. Take care out there 👍
@bobrazowsky85
5 ай бұрын
@@ReggieChump my methode : a simple file-holder sthil ( specific to .325, be carreful to choice this one) it's cost 12€ / $ . and a small oregon tool magnetic fixing on the bar, in red plastic, with visual-lines, for maintain 30/25° angle. Simple fast, easy and very efficient for me. flat-file by hand for the racker.
@ReggieChump
5 ай бұрын
@@bobrazowsky85 👍
@ReggieChump
Ай бұрын
@@bobrazowsky85Thank you so much... You're awesome! Been using the magnetic-file-plate and the saw is cutting brilliantly. That and the file in a handle is all I'm using now. THANK YOU 🙏
@ARIANTOYanto-b9e
9 ай бұрын
Bagus sekali aku suka... ❤...
@jeffcarinda1719
Жыл бұрын
Please(anyone), what his the best starting procedure for a warm MS 261 saw? I usually end up flooding it. It’s a new saw.
@aidansherry3890
Жыл бұрын
The key to easy warm starting is to allow the saw to run at idle for 5 or so seconds before you stop it so the tuning gets back to tick over, if you stop it straight off high revs it will still be on hi rev tuning when you go to re start and will be difficult to get going, hope this will help
@fredd323
Жыл бұрын
I had an issue with a tank vent that would prevent the saw from being started easily once warm. the tank would sometimes fountain gas or spit a mist of air and gas if you popped the fuel cap open after running or sitting in the sun.
@hidhshsj123
2 ай бұрын
What about the Stihl 044
@valqueenofValhalla
2 жыл бұрын
I run saws I have run them since 14 I wore chaps then while working I dropped due to heat stroke I will never wear them again. If I have to I wear arborist pants lighter comfortable and they breath a lot better they do cost half what a good pro saw cost though
@Patriot-pq1ku
2 жыл бұрын
I grow up around loggers my dad was even one for a few years I never seen one wear all this safety crap like chaps only good pair of pants an boots its the world we are living in
@ciphercode2298
2 жыл бұрын
In reality accidents can happen,but learning about tension and compression in wood will greatly diminish the risk of injury. It's also good practice to offset your stance some and keep your bar and chain in excellent condition.
@Sgt.chickens
Жыл бұрын
@@Patriot-pq1kumy dad has been a woodsman for over 40 years. He never goes without safety equipment. Its not "the world we live in" its common sense. Seen plenty of cunts who say "oh i dont need that" end up sawing straight into their leg. All of a sudden the safe guy doesnt look so stupid
@rogerpowers3891
8 ай бұрын
@@Sgt.chickens Nah it’s common sense do not do anything stupid. You can be safe without looking ridiculous with all the “safety” stuff all over you. So aka don’t be an idiot and be aware of your surroundings and you’ll be fine. End of story.
@pietdeboer5008
2 жыл бұрын
I like this saw. What sword do You use, 40 cm / 45cm ?? I own the MS 211 / 35cm sword and the MS 251/ 40cm sword..👍👍 Greetings from Germany Piet
@aussiehardwood6196
2 жыл бұрын
I use a big Sword...it makes it more powaful.
@ciphercode2298
2 жыл бұрын
Here in the states we usually run an 18" or 20" bar on the ms261.
@vascopires2045
2 жыл бұрын
don't forget to install the air filter
@Carlsmower
2 жыл бұрын
If you purchase from our dealership everything comes assembled, but good call!
@ggi7778
Жыл бұрын
This guy is the Gordon Ramsay of stihl world 🤣
@paulliberatore6199
Жыл бұрын
No flip flops?? Tell that to the crews in Indonesia...they won't listen to a word you say. I've seen them practically naked trimming and removing trees...no safety harnesses, thread for ropes, no safety gear whatsoever, free climbing; insane, however...no injuries.
@Sgt.chickens
Жыл бұрын
No injuries untill their is. And when their is. Its not going to be a little ouchie.
@anthonyduffy1278
Жыл бұрын
Just instant death! Roll deceased to one side,dig grave, roll deceased into grave and backfill. Hey presto, job done, don’t bother with accident book lads. Nothing to see here, back to work, chop chop!
@visa1960
Жыл бұрын
How many cc
@robertgoth5570
10 ай бұрын
50.2 cc
@hamrochannel4891
Жыл бұрын
Price please
@bradleymaddy7380
Жыл бұрын
I bought mine a week ago, $700 is the going price in Ohio with an 18” bar. Add $20 & you can get a 20” bar. With my research of reviews, the 18” seems to be the sweet spot for balance
@OldMotorcycleAdventures
Жыл бұрын
Someone told me this saw has a metal body, is that true?
@tonydalton8712
Жыл бұрын
It has a Magnesium body.
@em4703
Жыл бұрын
HP ultra sucks, there are better synthetic oils out there. The carbon deposits with that oil even when running the best fuel, is crazy. Hard pass, just because its "bio degradable when spilled", that doesnt cut it when your piston gets scored to crap before 1000 hours of work instead of 3000+
@tonydalton8712
Жыл бұрын
What oil do you recommend?
@em4703
10 ай бұрын
@@tonydalton8712 Motul 800 offroad, Echo Red Armor
@AnthemBassMan
6 ай бұрын
Amsoil Saber also. But regardless of any oil stating that you can run 80:1 or 100:1, personally I always run a 40:1 mix. That Stihl HP Ukraine is bad. Charging what they do for an oil that still has a JASO FB rating. Come on. Super Tech from Walmart is rated FB and costs a lot less.
@Jason-fg4jr
2 жыл бұрын
There is a channel redd flag works on saws and that hp ultra is jacking up exhaust port side of the piston... I have 7 saws and won't be running that caster crap anymore
@Red-c5l
4 ай бұрын
Yaatik essaha
@matthewlarock3614
10 ай бұрын
No one makes a pair of chaps for big guys.
@bradleysmith4649
9 ай бұрын
Boots gloves
@uppertributaries
2 жыл бұрын
Dirt and debri have entered your cylinder.
@jbruins156
Жыл бұрын
snoozer
@kellysahy2850
Жыл бұрын
All you’ve done is describe the obvious by giving a “reader’s digest” version of the saw’s manual. So stupid. You give yourself a bad name by enticing “clicks” with the video description, but then just give a bland sales pitch.
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