Jan 18, 2023 · I have the option of a stihl ms261 and ms 261cm. same price. one with m-tronics the other without. which is better or should I get? is m tronic worth it or better than manual …

Mar 23, 2024 · Stihl MS 261, 271, 291 or 391? I'm looking to buy my first gas chainsaw. I have an Ego CS1800 which I'm very happy with, but I've recently started getting log-length firewood …

Mar 6, 2021 · Mine is a standard MS261 that's been a great saw for many years. I run an 18" bar with 0.325” pitch, 74 driver, .063” gauge chain (either full or…

Jan 4, 2023 · The 261’s inboard clutch is great for general cleaning and changing bar/chains. But more significant repairs require more work compared to the 550 outboard clutch.

Apr 29, 2020 · For heavy farm use, that 261 will last forever - assuming you take care of her. Edit - Regarding maintenance issues - none so far (ballpark of 20 cords, mix of hard and soft …

Mar 1, 2023 · This! Stihl color codes theirs. Yellow chain = full chisel. Green = semi chisel. I also like Oregon chain a lot. Considerably cheaper, holds an edge 2/3s as long, but it’s also …

Stihl MS 261 I am thinking about getting the above saw for storm debris clean up. I heard from a Dealer that Stihl will offer a full wrap handle for that model next year. Has anyone else heard …

Oct 8, 2023 · Just got a new Stihl 261cm and looking for advice on how to break it in. The instruction Manual only says not to use high revs off load for the first three tanks but nothing …

Sep 2, 2022 · M tronic is better for performance, manual is better for easy field service. If you work on your own saws, go manual, if not go m tronic. I prefer m tronic, stihl has worked the …

Jul 31, 2023 · Just bought a MS 261 C-M experienced the same problem would run and then bind up. Even running it just in the air it would do it. The chain isn't getting oiled in the channel of …